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Atlantic Way Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 24 Google reviews · Running trail in Saco, Maine · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Atlantic Way Trail's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about Atlantic Way Trail
“Very scenic area all year round.”
Very nice trail near the ocean. The trail goes out into a marsh area. Trail is dry and easy access. Plenty of bird watching. The trail is free. Like most areas the ticks are there so be prepared. Being prepared for the ticks I suggest long pants secured around the ankles.
Nice walking trail following a babbling brook. Created on the wetlands, so really great ecosystem with lots of birds to see.
Really pretty. Little bridges over water if you take Plymouth trail. BRing BUg. Spray. Loved it!
This is a short, level, some places muddy, GREAT local trail, perfect for a nature fix. Few know of it. Made by Saco Bay Trails, an all volunteer group who make, mark, build bridges and put up signs about many such trail. Unsung heros who make Saco such a great place to live.
Plan your run at Atlantic Way Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- Websitesacobaytrails.org
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Hours
| Monday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–9 pm |
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