Norway Rail Trail

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The footbridge was improved in 2019 with new decking and guardrails. (Credit: Brendan Schauffler)

The stone dust surface is great for walking, running, rolling, or biking. (Credit: Brendan Schauffler)

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Walk along an abandoned railbed behind the scenes of downtown Norway.

Trail Activity

Length

0.60 miles, One Way

Difficulty

Easy

Town

Norway

Surface

Dirt/Forest Floor, Gravel/Crushed Stone, Sand, Grass, Pavement

Pets

Permitted

Fees

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Description

The Norway Rail Trail is a popular local shortcut between the Gouin Athletic Complex and ME-26 strip in South Paris and Norway's downtown. It follows a decommissioned rail line for 0.6 miles trailhead to trailhead, crossing two roads and passing behind several neighborhoods. Bikes are welcome on the trails, but please be aware and respectful of pedestrians.

Read about MTF Accessibility Ambassador Enock Glidden's visit to the rail trail using his wheelchair at MTF Stories.

Trail Manager

Healthy Oxford Hills
181 Main Street
Norway, Maine 04268
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Trail Tips

Plan Ahead and Prepare

Be prepared for emergencies. Pack extra clothing, food, and water and also a flashlight, first aid and repair kit, matches/fire starters, whistle, signaling mirror, and pocket knife.

Directions

Trailhead Information

Visitors to the Norway Rail Trail may park at either the South Paris or the Norway end.

South Paris: park in the skate park lot across from the Dead River truck depot on Charles Street (turn off of 26 at the Paris Farmers Union). The trailhead is directly across Charles Street, just follow the old rail ties.
Norway: park in the dirt lot across the street from the Norway Fire Department and Town Office on Beal Street. The trailhead is at the back right corner of the lot.

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