Highland Research Forest

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Easy trails around the headwaters of Highland Lake offer an amazing wetland complex to explore.
Trail Activity
Walking Hiking Snowshoeing
Length
1.70 miles, Network
Difficulty
Easy
Town
Bridgton
Surface
Dirt/Forest Floor
Pets
Permitted
Fees
No

Description

Several trails cross the preserve. A trail heading south from the parking area, and left at the junction near the privy, leads to a large wetland, 0.3 miles from the trailhead. Starting on the same trail to the south, but heading right at the junction near the privy, a trail leads to Highland Lake, a total distance of 0.8 miles from the trailhead. A trail heading north from the parking lot offers another route to Highland Lake, or the option to make a loop.

The intent is for this research forest to become a place that offers visitors a glimpse into sustainable harvesting and the importance of a forested watershed; and a space for long-term research projects related to woods, wildlife, soil and water.

Trail Manager

For more information, visit the Lakes Environmental Association website, or contact:

Lakes Environmental Association
230 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
Phone: (207) 647-8580
colin@mainelakes.org
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Trail Tips

Dispose of Waste Properly
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Trailhead Information

From the intersection of ME-117 and US-302 in Bridgton, go north on ME-117 (Harrison Road) for 1.4 miles. Turn left on Middle Ridge Road, and continue straight after 1.6 miles onto Upper Ridge Road. Go another 2.2 miles and take a left on Common Drive. There is a parking lot at the trailhead 0.8 miles down Common Drive on the left.

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