Mill Brook Preserve

1/6/19 (Credit: Michael Hanson)
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Peaceful and forested trail along Mill Brook just minutes from Portland.
Trail Activity
Hiking
Length
4.40 miles, Network
Difficulty
Moderate
Town
Westbrook
Surface
Dirt/Forest Floor
Pets
Permitted
Fees
No
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Description

The Mill Brook Preserve trail system opened in 2016 on 120 acres of forested land along Mill Brook in Westbrook. Mill Brook is notable for the largest annual migration of alewife fish from Casco Bay to Highland Lake. The fish migration can be seen while hiking along the trail generally in late May and early June. This secluded and hilly forest valley is peaceful and feels remote while just minutes from Maine's largest urban center. 

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Please keep dogs on leash.

Presumpscot Regional Land Trust supports healthy lands, waters, wildlife, and people across the Presumpscot River watershed through conservation, water quality monitoring, education, and public access. Our success is based on member support. To learn more and become a member go to www.prlt.org.

Trail Manager

For more information and a print map of the preserve, please visit Presumpscot Regional Land Trust online.

Presumpscot Regional Land Trust

Presumpscot Regional Land Trust
PO Box 33
Gorham, ME 04038
Phone: (207) 536-8623
info@prlt.org

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Be prepared for extreme weather. Bring rain/wind gear, warm clothing, and matches/fire starters.
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Trailhead Information

Mill Brook Preserve has four trailheads:
  • The northern trailhead is at the intersection of Methodist Road and Route 302.
  • The MAGAN trailhead is across Route 302 from Willow Drive (where parking is available). Please use caution when crossing Route 302 to get to the trailhead.
  • The Methodist Road trailhead is near 802 Methodist Rd. Please park on the side of Methodist Road.
  • The southern trailhead is on Perry Court next to 55 Perry Court. 
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rosyrae1
May 30, 2021
I think we just missed the migration of the alewives, sadly as we didn't see any fish! We started at the northern trailhead off Methodist Rd and 302. We enjoyed hiking along the river and seeing the small rapids and waterfalls along the way. We made it to the northern fish pool before we turned around and headed back to the car. No bugs and the weather was cool and overcast, which made for comfortable hiking conditions.
trailblazer
March 21, 2021
The trails are very icy in shaded areas and makes hills dangerous to navigate. I would wait until summer to bring younger children or casual hikers.
iceflame
June 03, 2019
There is no better place in the Portland area to see the massive migration of the alewives. Several thousands pool up at some of the small rapids along the brook!
bellawendella
June 20, 2018
Great place to see alewives migrate in spring. Easy access for children.
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1/6/19 (Credit: Michael Hanson)
alewives, 5/24/18 (Credit: Michael Hanson)
alewives, 5/24/18 (Credit: Michael Hanson)
Mill Brook Preserve
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