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Jay to Farmington Trail
Thursday, March 7, 2024
| Other Names | Jay Farmington Rail Trail, Temple Spring, Hardy Brook, Whistle Stop Trail, Franklin County |
| Last Known Status | Temporarily Closed (closed for mud season) |
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.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | Maine ATV Registration |
| Dates Open | Open daily except during mud season. | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | ATVs and motorcycles must be registered in Maine. No reciprocity with other states. |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust 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 & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | dirt bikes permitted if registered as an ATV |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | (maximum width 60 inches) |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Yes | |
 Camping | ||
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | keep vehicle on trail |
| Rule Enforcement |
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TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | State Recreation, City Land |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
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. |
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 moses.informe.org |
| 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 |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | Farmington, ME | |
| Diesel | Farmington, ME | |
 Water | Farmington, ME | |
 RV Hookup | Farmington, ME | |
 RV Disposal | Farmington, ME | |
| Campground | Farmington, ME | |
 Conv Store | Farmington, ME |
RIDER COMMENTS & REVIEWS