Portland Trails

 

 
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1. Back Cove Trail 3.5 miles

One of the oldest and most popular of the trails in Portland , this beautiful loop around Portland 's Back Cove offers great views of the Portland skyline. Ideal for walking, running, biking and dog walking. There are benches and two water fountains (seasonal) along the trail. Portable toilets are available in the parking areas at Preble Street Extension and Payson Park .

Loop trail with stone dust and paved surfaces--mostly flat with a slight rise along the stretch that parallels I-295. The Back Cove Trail connects to the Eastern Promenade Trail under Tukey's Bridge.

Trail access:
Parking is available in the lot off Preble Street Extension and on the north side of Baxter Boulevard at Payson Park.

METRO Bus route: 8

 

 

 

Portland Trails . 305 Commercial Street . Portland, Maine 04101
207.775.2411 . Fax- 207 871-1184  .  Email- info@trails.org

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