East Branch Saco River

Total Miles3.3
Technical Rating
2Easy
Best TimeSpring, Summer, Fall
Trail TypeFull-Width Road
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Trail Overview

This is a well-maintained dirt gravel road with lots of pull-off spots to pop up camp and trailheads. It dead ends at a hiking trail. There are a lot of scenic views and a bridge crossing over the river. A campsite is next to the river and a small beaver pond are great locations.

Photos of East Branch Saco River

Difficulty

This is a dirt road that is not plowed in winter months. There is one rough spot near the end by the beaver bog.

Technical Rating

2

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Jacob King
Oct 26, 2025
Open
NormalWashboard
Super easy cool dirt roads. We came from southern Maine so we didn’t want anything too far for a single night out in the woods. Gorgeous spot to setup camp right next to the river. Slight washboard on some parts but overall well kept dirt road.
M Brooks
Jul 12, 2025
2025 Subaru Crosstrek
Open
Wayne Panno
Jun 22, 2025
Open
Normal
Only rough spot is all most at the end by the swap and parking area, it’s just a short piece of larger rocks for water to cross the road. Still easily crossed with a car
Matt Jeep
Aug 19, 2024
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Normal
Nice drive with the family. Looks like a great place to camp.

East Branch Saco River Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High Clearance
  • Full Width

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