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Bonny Eagle Recreation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 161 Google reviews · Running trail in Limington, Maine · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Bonny Eagle Recreation Area'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.
Relaxed outdoor area for swimming, tubing and rock-enclosed pools, plus picnics and BBQs.
What runners say about Bonny Eagle Recreation Area
“There’s a good amount of space to spread out, and it feels well-kept without being overdeveloped.”
“Peaceful spot with great views of the water — perfect for a quiet walk, a quick picnic, or just sitting and taking it all in.”
One of my favorite summer spots. The water is lovely and it's quite beautiful from the foliage and the views of the skies. I've been to the actual rest area once and it was nice to just sit in the shadow water and relax. Some people bring chairs and place them in the water to just let the river run over you.
Stopped by Bonny Eagle Recreation Area and it was a really nice surprise. Peaceful spot with great views of the water — perfect for a quiet walk, a quick picnic, or just sitting and taking it all in. There’s a good amount of space to spread out, and it feels well-kept without being overdeveloped.
Great place right around the corner from where I live. There are shallow areas to sit in by the rocks or deeper areas to to tubing down the river. I love to bring my dogs there. There are a couple of trails to walk around and then we splash around in the water for a bit.
Love bringing my grandkids here. It's fresh moving water and it's free. We have spent several summer afternoons here over the years cooling down in the heat of the summer and I have enjoyed bringing my dog along and walking along the trail.
Trail conditions & character
“Peaceful spot with great views of the water — perfect for a quiet walk, a quick picnic, or just sitting and taking it all in.”
“We have spent several summer afternoons here over the years cooling down in the heat of the summer and I have enjoyed bringing my dog along and walking along the trail.”
Plan your run at Bonny Eagle Recreation Area
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.
- At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–9 PM |
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