This preserve features a wide, smooth and relatively flat 0.4-mile shoreline trail along tidal Strawberry Creek with a nice view of the cascade and a resting area. This section of the trail is designed to be more accessible for people with varied mobility including those who use mobility devices. Its hard-packed gravel surface is 4-6 feet wide with cross slopes under 2%, and a maximum running slope of 7%. The steepest grade is at the Strawberry Creek view point, a wooden platform that includes a 5” step. There are multiple benches and other rest stops along the trail. Recent erosion has been temporarily addressed with accessible solutions.
Beyond the inclusive trail is a rugged backcountry style trail with spectacular views from 150-foot cliffs overlooking Long Reach. Fairy house zones provide children with a place for play and creativity. Unbroken, preserved forests stretch to the east and south of Long Reach. The Reach itself is a submerged valley that is now tidal mudflats. Across the Reach is the 90-acre Long Reach Preserve.
Learn about Aggie and Molly's visit to the Cliff Trail with Aggie using her wheelchair at MTF Stories!
And, read about MTF Accessibility Ambassador Enock Glidden's visit to the rail trail using his wheelchair at MTF Stories too!
GUIDELINES
For additional information, visit the Town of Harpswell Recreation Department website, or contact:
Town of HarpswellTrailhead is located behind the Harpswell Town Office (263 Mountain Road), which is 1.3 miles east on Mountain Road from it's junction with ME-123, and 1.3 miles west on Mountain Road from it's junction with ME-24.
There is ample parking at the trailhead.
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