Rail-Trails Northern New England

Explore 60 of the best rail-trails and multiuse pathways across three states with this official guide.

All across the country, unused railroad corridors have been converted to public multiuse trails. In this official guide, the experts from Rails to Trails Conservancy present the best of these rail-trails, as well as other multiuse pathways, in Northern New England.

Tour Maine’s Eastern Promenade Trail, showcasing Portland’s Casco Bay and Portland Harbor. Enjoy picturesque countryside on the Northern Rail Trail, New Hampshire’s longest rail-trail. Take a ride along Vermont’s Island Rail Trail, which boasts a spectacular marble causeway crossing Lake Champlain. Whether you’re on feet, wheels, or skis, you’ll love the variety in this collection of multiuse trails, from beautiful waterways and scenic areas to the hustle and bustle of the states’ urban centers!

In this book, you’ll find:

• Detailed maps for every rail-trail, plus driving directions to trailheads
• Icons indicating the activities each trail can accommodate
• Succinct descriptions written by rail-trail experts

“You can now throw away all your self-help books on fighting depression, losing weight, toning muscles, finding something to do with your kids, and learning American history. Just use this guide, find a great trail, and enjoy!”
-Peter Harnik, Director, Center for City Park Excellence, Trust for Public Land