Rivermeadow Nature Preserve

Westbrook | 44 acres

 

Rivermeadow Nature Preserve consists of 3,300 feet of Presumpscot River shoreline and 44 acres of forested wetlands, some of the only remaining wetlands near downtown Westbrook. The shoreline, wetlands, and forest provide essential habitats for hundreds of species of migrating birds, pollinators, reptiles, and amphibians. Many of these species are quickly declining due to habitat loss, such as spring peepers, spotted salamanders, leopard frogs, and wood turtles. 

This Preserve is in the homeland of the Wabanaki People. We respectfully acknowledge these People of the Dawn–past, present and future–and their connection to these lands and waters.

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TRAIL FACTS

  • Activities: hiking, running, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing

  • This land is forever conserved for wildlife and low-impact recreation. We ask that you respect the land.

  • Please leave no trace and only take with you what you brought in.

  • This preserve is open from sunrise to sunset. Camping is not permitted.

  • Please be mindful of the river. The current is strong and unpredictable. Swim at your own risk.

  • Dogs under voice control or on leash are welcome. Please pick up after your furry friend.

  • Please stay on the marked trails to avoid damage to the fragile wetland ecosystem.

  • Difficulty: Easy, mostly flat terrain made up of a mix of bridges and woodchipped paths.

  • Parking is located at 58 Lincoln Street: Cornelia Warren Four Seasons Rink, link here.

Rivermeadow Nature Preserve TRAILS

The trails are mostly flat and level, with gradual changes in elevation. The trail features views of the Presumpscot River, wooded wetlands, and woods. The trail is made up of a mix of six-foot boardwalk and paths covered in woodchips, making the trail easy to follow and navigate. The trails are a total of 1.5 miles. The trail includes a Story Walk along the river with a book rotated annually.

 

Thank you!

 "Special thanks to Casco Bay Estuary Partnership for their ongoing financial support of the Rivermeadow Nature Preserve" 

Partners in the conservation of Rivermeadow Nature Preserve:

Westbrook Housing
Intercultural Community Center
Westbrook Recreation and Conservation Commission
Westbrook Community Center

Our sincere thanks to Alan Wolf and Brian Goldberg, whose vision and generosity made Rivermeadow Nature Preserve a reality.

Thank you so much to the nearly 200 supporters who generously donated to the Presumpscot Regional Land Trust in order to forever conserve this land.

ADOPT-A-TRAIL SPONSOR RIVERMEADOW NATURE PRESERVE:

Learn more about becoming an adopt-a-trail sponsor here.