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Madelyn Marx Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 15 Google reviews · Running trail in Kennebunk, Maine · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Madelyn Marx Preserve yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. 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 Madelyn Marx Preserve
“This is a beautiful area for walking the dog or enjoying scenic views and bird watching.”
An absolute classic. A great dog walk, bike ride or hike through the marsh.
I grew up in Kennebunk 1995-2006. Sea Road School is where I went to 4th and 5th grade and I have fond memories riding my bike on this trail. Mom called it the bridal path. Glad to see it’s still around and being used.
This is a beautiful area for walking the dog or enjoying scenic views and bird watching.
Trail conditions & character
“This is a beautiful area for walking the dog or enjoying scenic views and bird watching.”
Plan your run at Madelyn Marx Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- 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
- Websitekennebunklandtrust.org
- Social Instagram · Facebook
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