Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Fort Fairfield, Maine

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 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

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

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

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

This trail is restricted to ATVs and SXS traffic only due to narrow width limitations enforced by gates at both ends. Riders should expect wet and muddy conditions, heavy overgrowth, and significant insect activity due to the trail’s proximity to a lakeside swamp. Please plan your gear and equipment...
Learn more about Deer Fly Lane

This is one of three western entrances into the SCOPAN park. The route features mixed terrain, ranging from gravel and mud to hard-packed dirt farm road passing through private pastures. Please be mindful of your noise levels and stay strictly on the trail, as trespassing on the surrounding private ...
Learn more about MMC Outdoors Extension

This is a well-maintained, smooth multi-use gravel connector two track trail. Please be aware that you may encounter other users in standard passenger vehicles. The area features several ponds and streams, offering excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing, so please stay alert and mindful of pot...
Learn more about Evergreen Way

This smooth, wide route winds through the rolling hills of the SCOPAN forest, offering unobstructed views of the surrounding landscape. The trail’s generous width makes it an accessible drive, while the freshly cut vegetation along the edges frequently attracts local wildlife. Please note that this ...
Learn more about SCOPAN Slip Road

This out-and-back trail is a recent addition to the SCOPAN forest area. The route features a newly established, raised trail bed constructed with dirt, gravel, and stone fill sourced from the surrounding landscape. Users should expect rocky, rutted terrain with slick conditions and deep mud puddles ...
Learn more about SCOPAN Spur

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

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

The Lean-To Ridge Trail traverses the base of Scopan Mountain’s north face, offering an excellent opportunity for an overnight excursion with an accessible lean-to and a notable bridge crossing over a mountain runoff stream. The route features stunning foliage views during the autumn months. The tra...
Learn more about Lean-To Ridge Trail

The lower section of Up North Road is the crown jewel of this trail network. Spanning nearly six miles, this route showcases the incredible diversity of the surrounding landscape and offers a perfect sampling of every environment you will encounter in the area. The highlight of the trail is a pictur...
Learn more about Up North Road Lower

If approaching from Up North Rd, be prepared for a width-restriction gate at the eastern end of the trail. This is meant to keep out full-size vehicles, not ATVs, dirt bikes, or SXS users. Otherwise, this route offers stunning scenic views across varying terrain, including a bog where the stream pas...
Learn more about Presque Isle Stream Traverse

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

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

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 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

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

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 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

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

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