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Edwin L Smith Preserve Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 177 Google reviews · Running trail in Kennebunkport, Maine · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Edwin L Smith Preserve Trailhead'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.
1100-acre forest with miles of hiking trails through a wildlife habitat & natural landscape.
What runners say about Edwin L Smith Preserve Trailhead
“The trails are well maintained and marked.”
“The place for walking is super, beautiful rocky terrain, and the distances of the trails are suitable for an easy weekend walk.”
“The trails are pretty well marked which is helpful.”
“Plenty of trail variety with some advanced features, and usually a beginner-friendly route is available around the hard stuff.”
The Edwin L Smith Preserve is a great place for hiking. It offers a number of connected trails allowing for long, medium, or short hikes depending on your interest. It also connects to the Trolley Line Trail if you want additional mileage. The trails are pretty well marked which is helpful.
I used this trail for mountain biking, though I can see it being great for hiking as well! Plenty of trail variety with some advanced features, and usually a beginner-friendly route is available around the hard stuff. Beautiful scenery, just remember to bring bug spray!
There are several different trails to go on. The trails are gorgeous and well kept. I will definitely be going back to this Preserve to hike.
Clearly marked trails. Not overloaded by mosquitos Parked across the street with plenty of parking
Trail conditions & character
“The place for walking is super, beautiful rocky terrain, and the distances of the trails are suitable for an easy weekend walk.”
“Although I saw only people and dogs the trails looked well ridden by mountain bikes too.”
“The trails are pretty well marked which is helpful.”
“There was probably 6 cars in the parking lot when I arrived and left with Plenty of room for vehicles of All sizes.”
“The place for walking is super, beautiful rocky terrain, and the distances of the trails are suitable for an easy weekend walk.”
Plan your run at Edwin L Smith Preserve Trailhead
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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 trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitekporttrust.org
- Phone(207) 967-3465
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