The northern section of the DeMeritt University Forest includes woods roads and single track suitable for walking, trail running, and mountain biking. Snowshoeing and skiing are popular winter uses, though the trails are not groomed as they are in the southern portion of the DeMeritt Forest.
The DeMeritt University Forest was named for Dwight B. Demeritt in 1971 in recognition of his work to procure the land for the University of Maine. The DeMeritt University Forest has played a key role in education and training of students as well as research and demonstration. It is a haven for wildlife and members of the University community alike.
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College Avenue Extension: There are two primary access points via gated woods roads directly off College Avenue Extension. From the traffic light at the intersection of Stillwater Avenue and College Avenue, head north on College Avenue Extension. The first trailhead is in approximately 1.1 miles. A gravel parking lot is on the left (west) side of the road while the gated road leaves from the right (east) side of the road.
The second major trailhead, also leaving from a gated road and gravel parking area, is in another 0.7 miles, or approximately 1.8 miles from the Stillwater Avenue traffic light.
The trails can also be accessed earlier on College Avenue and off of Stillwater Avenue and ME-43, all with extremely limited parking, or at the Old Town High School.
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Pros: Lots of trails to choose from! Hidden gem since most traffic goes to the south forest.
Cons: Single track trails are not well maintained so use caution.
Note: Sewell Rd. is a much smoother walk than Logan Rd. which had its share of uneven grooves and loose dirt on the road. Sewell Rd. doesn’t have a designated trail head with a map like Logan Rd. does though.