Ocean Point Preserve

Wildlife viewing opportunities abound on these trails along a pond and wetlands, designated as significant habitat by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife.
Trail Activity
Walking Hiking Snowshoeing
Length
1.10 miles, Loop
Difficulty
Easy
Town
Boothbay
Surface
Dirt/Forest Floor
Pets
Permitted
Fees
No

Description

The white-blazed Norman Van Horn Trail forms a 0.9 mile loop around the property, including a section along the east shore of Tibbetts Pond. The blue-blazed Golden Crowned Kinglet Trail extends from the southwest corner of the Norman Van Horn Trail 0.2 miles down to a wonderful wetland viewing location.

In addition to its designation significant waterfowl wildlife habitat for inland waterfowl and wading birds by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, Tibbetts Pond is also a popular recreational area for bird watchers and ice-skaters.

Other Information

In May 2010, ornithologist Jeff Wells documented 75 species of birds utilizing the area.

Trail Manager

For more information, visit the Boothbay Region Land Trust website, or contact:

Boothbay Region Land Trust

Boothbay Region Land Trust
PO Box 183
Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538
Phone: (207) 633-4818
brlt@bbrlt.org
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Trail Tips

Respect Wildlife
Avoid known animal mating or nesting areas during sensitive times.
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Trailhead Information

From the junction of ME-27 and ME-96 at the light in Boothbay Harbor, travel east on ME-96 for 5.2 miles. Turn right onto Van Horn Road and proceed 0.3 miles, to a small parking area on the left. Please do not park along road.

Click on a parking icon to get custom directions
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