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Fore River Sanctuary
157-169 Rowe Avenue, Portland, Maine 04102
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About the Fore River Sanctuary
Located in Portland, Maine, the Fore River Sanctuary is a beautiful 85-acre park with over 70 miles of trails and green space to explore. Sponsored by Adopt-A-Trail partner Dr. David Kerr and Wyman's, this sanctuary is home to Jewell Falls, Portland's only natural waterfall, and the former Cumberland and Oxford Canal. The diverse habitats in this sanctuary provide excellent bird-watching opportunities where salt and freshwater marshes meet.
Owned by a mix of private landowners, Portland Trails, and the city, the Fore River Sanctuary is a great example of collaboration to preserve green spaces. Trails are marked with different colors for easy navigation, and maps are available for reference. The land around Jewell Falls was donated by the family of Tom Jewell, one of Portland Trails' founders.
Visitors can easily access the Fore River Trail and Stroudwater Trail from Congress Street sidewalks, and connect to the Capisic Brook Trail by following a path from Frost Street to Riverview Street. Parking is available in several locations, including the Maine Orthopaedic Center's lot, Rowe Avenue, Hillcrest Avenue, Westbrook Street trailhead, and Starbird Lane.
For a peaceful escape into nature in the Greater Portland area, the Fore River Sanctuary is a must-visit destination. Contact Portland Trails for more information about this beautiful sanctuary.
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157-169 Rowe Ave, Portland, ME 04102, United States
Reviews of Fore River Sanctuary
"Very nice area for walks, good trails, and some beautiful scenery."
"I hiked here with my dog while visiting Portland. It’s a lovely hiking area with a waterfall, marshlands, and boardwalks. There’s several trails you can take, so you can spend a couple of hours here if you want to!"
"Short, well marked hike into the woods to reach the waterfall. Some people around, but not overcrowded."
"While on a recent trip to Maine my wife and I were looking for a short hike to break up the drive. Fore River Sanctuary was a great pick with lots of trails and lots to see. We happened to go after it had been raining for the last two day so the trails were a little muddy. The trails were well maintained and still very passable. If we were in the area I would definitely like to explore more."
"Definitely an old favorite... Beautiful views through the marsh... Lots of greats little loops. Jewel falls is a must see. A beautiful piece of woods you'd be surprised to find tucked in Portland. However trails can be quite busy especially in summer months and the falls end is often quite busy"
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