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Jay to Farmington Trail
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
| Alt Names | Jay Farmington Rail Trail, Temple Spring, Hardy Brook, Whistle Stop Trail, Franklin County |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This multiple use trail has several access points and is about 14 miles long and primarily consists of hard packed terrain with several sections consisting 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.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Farmington, ME | |||
| 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. |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Trail |
| Land | State Recreation, City Land |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Visitor Reviews & Comments) |
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | Maine OHV Sticker |
| Dates Open | open daily except during spring thaw | |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | Yes (60 inches) | has entrance gate or posts |
 Motorcycles | Permitted | dirtbikes permitted if registered as an ATV |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTVs / SXS | Permitted | (maximum width 60 inches) |
 SUVs / Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy/Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| Two Strokes / 2 Cycle Engines | No Restriction | |
| Helmets Required | Yes | |
| Bicycles | No Restriction | |
| Hiking | No Restriction | |
| Horseback | No Restriction | |
 Camping | ||
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Cross Country | Prohibited | stay on trail |
| Emergency / Law Enforcement | ||
| Insurance | *Disclaimer: RiderPlanet strongly recommends that all riders obtain medical insurance and buy motorcycle insurance or ATV insurance before visiting any of the locations depicted on this website. | |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Maine Bureau of Parks And Lands - Western Public Lands Office 129 Main Street Farmington, ME 04938 (207) 778-8231 www.maine.gov |
| Contact Info | Maine Department of Inland Fisheries And Wildlife 284 State Street Augusta, ME 04333-0041 (207) 287-8000 www.maine.gov |
| Comment | Maine OHV Permit Info |
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TERRAIN
| Miles Of Trail | 14 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 400 to 800 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Hazards |  Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice |  Some | |
 Amateur |  Mostly | |
 Expert |  Little |
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GPS POINTS
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KEY SERVICES
 First Aid | Farmington, ME | |
 Gasoline | Farmington, ME | |
| Diesel | Farmington, ME | |
 Water | Farmington, ME | |
 RV Hookup | Farmington, ME | |
 RV Disposal | Farmington, ME | |
| Campground | Farmington, ME | |
 Conv Store | Farmington, ME | |
 Swim Area | Farmington, ME | |
 Water Body | Farmington, ME | |
 Boat Ramp | Farmington, ME |
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