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5.2 miles
Distance
333 ft
Climb
-336 ft
Descent
01:12:09
Avg time
-1 ft
Altitude change
271 ft
Altitude min
357 ft
Altitude max
344 ft
Altitude start
344 ft
Altitude end
-25.6%
Grade max
16.2%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
1 mile
Distance flat
01:12:09
Avg time

Summerhaven Loop Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Summerhaven Recreational Area
    Augusta, Maine
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Local Popularity
    5 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #152471 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #351782 in Trail Running
    • #339825 in Hiking
  • State Ranking
    #700 in Mountain Biking · Maine [+]
    • #3,017 in Trail Running
    • #3,033 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Mixed
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes

The trails here are not very technical, but they are a blast to ride. The network is mostly made up of ATV & snowmobile trails, with some single track connectors in between the major trails. I had a ton of fun out here, as the doubletracks aren't groomed to be flat easy trails, but are made for ATV's to have some fun. This means there are large berms with turns and you can have some fun on your MTB as the trails allow you to build up some speed to hit those berms. You'll pass through some super large sand playgrounds for ATVs where you can try to slog it, but the sand is deep. Also, there are a lot of trail connectors off of these areas, so don't be afraid to cross one to the other side. Don't let the occasional sound of gunshots scare you, as you will pass by a shooting range on your ride.

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Berms
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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Aug 2, 2023 @ 9:30am
Aug 2, 2023
 Many fallen trees blocking S and SE sections of trail. Most were easy to carry a bike around.
Apr 27, 2022 @ 8:32am
Apr 27, 2022
 Trail is pretty dry for the most part. Just be cautious of all the leaves in certain areas, as they can cover large rocks or downed tree limbs.
Oct 19, 2021 @ 7:40am
Oct 19, 2021
 Doesn't seem like this trail has gotten much use lately. It has been closed off to ATVs, and the barriers are sometimes annoying to get around....
Apr 25, 2019 @ 3:02pm
Apr 25, 2019
 Minor Water drainage issue with some wet areas, but doable. Unfortunately I was told when I got back to the Jeep that the trail is closed until...
Sep 21, 2018 @ 7:17am
Sep 21, 2018
 First time riding the summerhhaven loop and not knowing what to expect. Mostly very nice hard packed conditions with a few sandy spots. Very flowy...
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on Aug 2, 2023
Ideal
Avg: 3.7 (1 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      2 Reviews & Comments

      AndrewQnfnWt
      I was able to kind of do a loop by going on the dirt road past the Maine fish and game shooting range but there was a gravel pit where this trail is marked. Trailforks map was helpful because there many old roads that went off in different directions. The pond is a popular swimming spot and you can bike down to it.
      iamneilhead
      Trails are very disused: ton of fallen trees, thick leaf litter, difficult to navigate due to lack of signage. Also, at the point furthest from the trail head, there are signs warning of soil contamination.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Summerhaven Loop located?
      Summerhaven Loop is located in Summerhaven Recreational Area, Augusta, Maine, United States. It is part of the Summerhaven Recreational Area trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 44.39048, -69.81774.
      ▼ How hard is Summerhaven Loop?
      Summerhaven Loop is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Summerhaven Loop?
      Summerhaven Loop has 333 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 336 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 271 ft to 357 ft.
      ▼ Is Summerhaven Loop a point to point trail?
      Summerhaven Loop is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is mixed.
      ▼ How long is Summerhaven Loop?
      Summerhaven Loop is 5.2 miles long. The trail type is mixed.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Summerhaven Loop?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Summerhaven Loop. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Summerhaven Loop? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Summerhaven Loop are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Summerhaven Loop?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 1 hour 12 minutes to ride Summerhaven Loop. The trail is 5.2 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Summerhaven Loop?
      Summerhaven Loop is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 44 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 47 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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