Dunn's Depot Trail

Description

The Dunn’s Depot Trail in North Yarmouth goes for half a mile down the west bank of the Royal River through mature mixed hardwood flood plain forests. There is a primitive 0.4 mile loop trail on the banks of the river that connects to the main trail. Dunn's Depot Trail is a quiet, primitive alternative to (or extension of) the more popular and well-maintained trails at Old Town House Park, across the road on the other side of Route 9.

Location

512 Memorial Highway (512 State Route 9), North Yarmouth

Length

1 mile loop

Permitted activities
Hiking
Dogs on leash or under voice control
Snowshoeing
Bird Watching

More information

Maps
Adjacencies

Old Town House Park across Route 9 contains popular and well-maintained trails traversing its 62 acres. Baston Park is located nearby on the eastern bank of the Royal River.

Trails, Trailhead, + Accessibility

Parking for Dunn’s Depot Trail is available at the Town of North Yarmouth's Route 9 boat launch (GPS Address: 512 Memorial Highway (512 State Route 9), North Yarmouth, ME).

The trail begins on the opposite side of Route 9. Please do not park on this side of Route 9 in the paved area for the Fire Department's dry hydrant on the edge of the Royal River.

Stewardship and Conservation History

Royal River Conservation Trust holds a conservation easement protecting this land which is owned by the Dunn’s Depot Homeowner’s Association.

Rules +  regulations

Permitted:  Hiking and snowshoeing.  Dogs are welcome on leash or under voice control, leaving no evidence of their visit.

 

Not Permitted:  Bikes, hunting, and snowmobiles.

 

Please adhere to postings on private abutting land.

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Dunn's Depot Trail

The Dunn’s Depot Trail in North Yarmouth goes for half a mile down the west bank of the Royal River through mature mixed hardwood flood plain forests. There is a primitive 0.4 mile loop trail on the banks of the river that connects to the main trail. Dunn's Depot Trail is a quiet, primitive alternative to (or extension of) the more popular and well-maintained trails at Old Town House Park, across the road on the other side of Route 9.