Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Blaine, Maine

This section of the Mars Mountain loop features more adventurous terrain than the other segments. This nearly forgotten portion passes through a narrow trail in a pine forest before opening up alongside a pasture. If you are lucky, you may spot the patriotic hay bales located right next to the trail...
Learn more about Lower Mars Mountain Loop

Expect a well-maintained trail featuring diverse terrain, including farm access roads, wooded sections, and a creek crossing. There are plenty of spots to pull over for a break or to photograph your machine against the backdrop of the windmills. This trail serves as one segment of a three-part mount...
Learn more about Mars Mountain Loop Upper

Expect a well-maintained, dry trail that connects the Bangor & Aroostook corridor to the western sections of the trail system. The route features one major road crossing and traverses a diverse landscape of farm fields, spruce and cedar forests, and a private residential area where the landowner act...
Learn more about Crum Memorial Trail

This scenic trail offers a diverse transition between landscapes, starting along farm access roads before leading into a serene, brookside environment that winds through a lush canopy of spruce and cedar trees. The trail surface changes from loamy soil in the woods into hard packed dirt alongside th...
Learn more about Youngs Brook Crossing

No. 9 Road is a wide, well-maintained gravel road open to public traffic. It winds through a mix of timberland and private property, making it suitable for passenger cars and trucks. Be mindful of oncoming local traffic, and keep an eye out for wildlife, as the area is frequently populated by deer, ...
Learn more about No. 9 Road

The Mars Mountain Loop features diverse terrain, ranging from open farmland and dirt roads to dense, wooded sections. This route offers stunning scenic views of the mountain's backside and brings you closer to the towering windmills. Please note that the trail includes several deep, wooded segments ...
Learn more about Mars Mountain Loop Middle Section

Simpson Road is a well-maintained gravel route that serves as a primary connector, bringing ATV and SXS traffic from the town of Westfield, Maine, into the expansive trail network of the Aroostook Timberlands. Please note that this is a shared-use road with local residences; all riders should mainta...
Learn more about Simpson Road

This northern section of the Bangor and Aroostook Trail follows an old railroad corridor featuring multiple bridges and scenic pull-off points. As a primary travel artery for the region, this route experiences heavy OHV traffic; please remain vigilant for oncoming machines and wildlife, especially d...
Learn more about Southern Bangor & Aroostook Upper Trail

The route is characterized by smooth gravel surfaces with minimal obstacles, offering miles of scenic riding and frequent wildlife sightings. Please be aware that this is an active working forest, and you should expect frequent encounters with heavy machinery, including trucks, bulldozers, and skidd...
Learn more about Hannington Road

St. Croix Road serves as an entry point to a vast logging tract teeming with abundant wildlife. This route features a wide, well-maintained gravel road primarily used for logging operations; however, it also serves as an official ATV access route for the first mile. Please be aware that this is an ...
Learn more about St Croix Road

Enter the trail from the south, beginning on an old logging track that is generally wide with minimal vegetation. After crossing the bridge, the trail’s character changes significantly, becoming quite overgrown and narrow in sections. When the path seems like it's going to end, it opens into small c...
Learn more about Bank Farm Road

This gravel road serves as a primary ATV and SXS connector, providing a smooth, wide surface for riders traveling out of Presque Isle, Maine, to access forest trails, or is the last bit of gravel road you will see if heading into Presque Isle. Please exercise caution, as the road ends at the local t...
Learn more about Lathrop Road

This route follows a wide gravel road lined with residential properties that leads directly into the town of Monticello, Maine, where you can resupply at Beal’s Country Store. As this is a shared residential area, please be respectful by maintaining low speeds and minimizing noise throughout your ri...
Learn more about Hoyt Road

Timber Run is a classic ATV trail featuring a variety of technical challenges, including mud, whoops, overgrown vegetation, tight tree sections, and water crossings. Running alongside South Brook, this trail provides a remote backcountry experience while remaining easily accessible. The proximity to...
Learn more about Timber Run

This lightly traveled, narrow trail winds through dense forest between Gould Brook and South Brook, passing numerous marshes along the way. Due to its low elevation and proximity to the watershed, expect muddy conditions throughout the route, especially following rainfall. While the trail’s remote n...
Learn more about Morey Brown Run

The SCOPAN connector trail is a smooth, well-maintained gravel road designed for efficient access to surrounding trail networks. Throughout the route, you will encounter several clearings suitable for staging or parking. As this is a multi-use corridor, please remain alert for various OHV traffic, a...
Learn more about SCOPAN Connector

This route diverges from the Bangor & Aroostook Railroad trail into expansive logging territory. Begin on Farm Access Road before transitioning into a forest section. Following a recent major overhaul, the trail opens up beyond the tree line to a rugged, elevated, and rocky path that stretches for a...
Learn more about Big Brook Road

This scenic multi-use trail, located just east of Squa Pan Lake, features a smooth and well-maintained surface suitable for a variety of vehicles. Because it is open to all types of OHV traffic and passenger vehicles, please remain alert and share the trail responsibly. A highlight of the route is a...
Learn more about West Chapman Extension

This trail is strictly designated for ATV and SXS use. The terrain features a varied surface consisting of hard-packed dirt, loose soil, mud, ruts, gravel, and loose stones, with occasional embedded boulders that require careful navigation. Whether traversing the steep hillside switchbacks in either...
Learn more about C Line Road

This is an ATV and SXS exclusive trail featuring width-restriction gates at both entrances. It is a demanding, long-track route that presents continuous technical challenges, with a surface that fluctuates between deep ruts, rock gardens, gravel sections, and mud. The trail is narrow, leaving little...
Learn more about SCOPAN Mountain Loop

This section of the Mars Mountain loop features more adventurous terrain than the other segments. This nearly forgotten portion passes through a narrow trail in a pine forest before opening up alongside a pasture. If you are lucky, you may spot the patriotic hay bales located right next to the trail...
Learn more about Lower Mars Mountain Loop

Expect a well-maintained trail featuring diverse terrain, including farm access roads, wooded sections, and a creek crossing. There are plenty of spots to pull over for a break or to photograph your machine against the backdrop of the windmills. This trail serves as one segment of a three-part mount...
Learn more about Mars Mountain Loop Upper

Expect a well-maintained, dry trail that connects the Bangor & Aroostook corridor to the western sections of the trail system. The route features one major road crossing and traverses a diverse landscape of farm fields, spruce and cedar forests, and a private residential area where the landowner act...
Learn more about Crum Memorial Trail

This scenic trail offers a diverse transition between landscapes, starting along farm access roads before leading into a serene, brookside environment that winds through a lush canopy of spruce and cedar trees. The trail surface changes from loamy soil in the woods into hard packed dirt alongside th...
Learn more about Youngs Brook Crossing

This section of the Mars Mountain loop features more adventurous terrain than the other segments. This nearly forgotten portion passes through a narrow trail in a pine forest before opening up alongside a pasture. If you are lucky, you may spot the patriotic hay bales located right next to the trail...
Learn more about Lower Mars Mountain Loop

Expect a well-maintained trail featuring diverse terrain, including farm access roads, wooded sections, and a creek crossing. There are plenty of spots to pull over for a break or to photograph your machine against the backdrop of the windmills. This trail serves as one segment of a three-part mount...
Learn more about Mars Mountain Loop Upper

Expect a well-maintained, dry trail that connects the Bangor & Aroostook corridor to the western sections of the trail system. The route features one major road crossing and traverses a diverse landscape of farm fields, spruce and cedar forests, and a private residential area where the landowner act...
Learn more about Crum Memorial Trail

This scenic trail offers a diverse transition between landscapes, starting along farm access roads before leading into a serene, brookside environment that winds through a lush canopy of spruce and cedar trees. The trail surface changes from loamy soil in the woods into hard packed dirt alongside th...
Learn more about Youngs Brook Crossing