📜 2.9-mile walking path along a historic railway bed in Hancock, Maine. 🔍 Features wetlands, diverse wildlife, and remnants of the Maine Shore Line Railroad. # Why Go 🦅 Excellent bird watching, including bald eagles and migratory birds 🚶 Easy to moderate hike with historical railway remnants 🏞️ Scenic views of Old Pond, Youngs Bay, and marshland 🐾 Pet-friendly for leashed dogs 🚂 Walk historic tracks once used by Gilded Age aristocrats. 🚶‍♀️ Peaceful trail for hiking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing. # Why Avoid ⚠️ Stumble hazards from wooden ties and tree roots 🦟 Mosquitoes can be fierce, especially in wooded and muddy areas 🐻 Occasional bear sightings reported, stay alert. 🚲 Not recommended for biking due to narrowness and hazards 🚧 Narrow path with encroaching trees, single file in many spots. # Tips 🧴 Bug repellent is highly recommended. 🗺️ Keep an eye out for blue marks on trees for Western access. 🗣️ Make noise and carry a whistle due to reported bear activity. # Cost 💰 No fees. # Parking 🅿️ Free parking lots available at both Eastern (Point Road) and Western (Old Route One) entrances.