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Jay to Farmington Trail

Friday, May 17, 2024

Other Names

Jay Farmington Rail Trail, Temple Spring, Hardy Brook, Whistle Stop Trail, Franklin County

Last Known StatusOpen

This multiple use trail has several access points and is about 14 miles long. The terrain is mostly hard packed with several sections of gravel and sand. The trail is marked and offers riders some scenic views of nearby rolling hills and farmlands.

The area is open year-round except during mud season, which is usually around late March through May, but exact dates vary. During the winter months this trail may be enjoyed by snowmobiles.

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REGULATIONS

Permit RequiredYesMaine ATV Registration
Dates OpenOpen daily except during mud season.
Other ATV Stickers AcceptedNoATVs and motorcycles must be registered in Maine. No reciprocity with other states.
Spark ArrestorYesA spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles.
Noise LimitYes (96 dB)
Whip FlagsNot Required
Maximum Vehicle WidthYes (60 inches)has entrance gate or posts
Allow Dirt Bikes, Trail Bikes and Motorcycles Motorcycles & Dirt BikesPermitteddirt bikes permitted if registered as an ATV
Allow All Terrain Vehicles / Quads / Four Wheelers ATVsPermitted
Allow Utility Terrain Vehicles, Side by Sides (SXS), RZR UTV & SXSPermitted(maximum width 60 inches)
Allow 4x4 Jeeps, SUVs and 4 x 4 Trucks with License Plates SUVs & Jeeps (registered)Prohibited
Dune Buggy & Sand Rail
4x4 (unregistered)
Prohibited
2 Stroke EnginesNo Restriction
MX Helmet RequiredYes
Camping / Overnight RV Parking Camping
Campfire Restrictions Campfires
Night RidingUnknown
Trail BlazingProhibitedkeep on the trail
Rule Enforcement
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TYPE OF AREA

AreaMotorized Trails
LandState Recreation, City Land

FEES & PASSES

Parking(None)
Entry(None)
Riding(None)
Camping(None)

RATINGS

Our RatingRating
Recommended StayFull Day
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DRIVING DIRECTIONS

Nearest CityFarmington, ME
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Trail MapGo To Trail Map
From: Auburn, ME
1) Take Hwy 4 North toward Farmington, about 44 miles
2) Turn left on Oak Street
3) Continue about 300 yards, turn left
4) Proceed toward the trailhead, stage here.

OFFICIAL CONTACTS

Contact InfoMaine Bureau of Parks And Lands - Western Public Lands Office
129 Main Street
Farmington, ME 04938
(207) 778-8231
www.maine.gov
Contact InfoMaine Department of Inland Fisheries And Wildlife
284 State Street
Augusta, ME 04333-0041
(207) 287-8000
moses.informe.org
CommentMaine OHV Permit Info

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TERRAIN

Miles Of Trail14
Climate TypeForest
Elevation400 to 800 ft.
Trail MaintenanceMarked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained
HazardsThis trail has few hazards.Few(hazards assumed marked but use caution)
Easy Terrain NoviceThis trail has some beginner terrain.Some
Moderate Terrain AmateurThis trail has mostly intermediate level terrain.Mostly
Difficult Terrain ExpertThis trail has little expert terrain.Little

KEY SERVICES

Gasoline GasolineFarmington, ME
Diesel DieselFarmington, ME
Potable Water WaterFarmington, ME
RV Hookups RV HookupFarmington, ME
RV Dump Station RV DisposalFarmington, ME
Primitive Camping CampgroundFarmington, ME
Convenience Store Conv StoreFarmington, ME
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