Sanford-Springvale Rail Trail

Sanford-Springvale Rail Trail
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The Sanford-Springvale Rail Trail is a six-mile trail built on the old rail bed that passes through Sanford. Running easterly from the Lebanon town line, this multi-use trail is used year round by hikers, bicyclists, walkers, joggers, cross-country skiers, horses, ATV riders, and snowmobilers.
Trail Activity
Snowshoeing Mountain-biking Cross-country-skiing Walking
Length
5.90 miles, One Way
Difficulty
Easy
Town
Sanford
Surface
Dirt/Forest Floor, Gravel/Crushed Stone
Pets
Permitted
Fees
No
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Description

This trail runs from the Lebanon border through Springvale, crossing multiple roads as it passes through town. Features include forest, Deering Pond, and a nearby baseball field. 

Work on the trail has resulted in graded dirt and gravel which allows for multiple uses. 

This trail provides ample recreational opportunities in all four seasons.

Trail Manager

Sanford Trails is an all-volunteer organization that promotes, builds, and manages trails in Sanford and Springvale. Learn more by contacting:

Sanford Trails

Sanford Trails
919 Main Street
Sanford, ME 04073
Phone: (207) 324-9130
recreation@sanfordmaine.org
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Trail Tips

Dispose of Waste Properly
Dispose of solid human waste in a cathole 6-8 inches deep and at least 200 feet from water, camp, or trails. Don't forget to cover it up when you're done!
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Trailhead Information

Multiple entrances to this network in Springvale include:

  • Hanson Ridge Road
  • Oak Street
  • Main Street
  • Pleasant Street
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tonerspill
June 25, 2017
A walked the trail today towards Lebanon and also back towards Deering Pond from Hanson Ridge Rd. The weather was nice, but I would definitely recommend some kind of bug spray, because the flies and mosquitoes were pretty thick today.
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Sanford-Springvale Rail Trail
Mousam Way Rail Land Trust (Credit: Linda Stevenson)
Deering Pond on a warm August Day (Credit: Linda Stevenson)
(Credit: Linda Stevenson)
Chipmunk watching me walk by (Credit: gary janson)
Painted turtles sunning in the pond (Credit: gary janson)
Plenty of daisies at the trail head (Credit: gary janson)
(Credit: J Stanley)
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