Friends of the Mountain Division Trail

06/19/2026

Windham Historical Society sponsors Mountain Division Railroad Line program
https://news.thewindhameagle.com/2026/06/windham-historical-society-sponsors.html
Windham Maine Historical Society

06/18/2026

“The celebration kicks off Sunday, June 21, with the fourth annual “Chalk the Trail,” which is a free family event that allows people to get creative with chalk on the Mountain Division Rail Trail (near the Maine Visitor Center). There will be face painting, bubbles and bicycle helmet giveaways Sunday morning from 9-11 a.m.”

Fryeburg Rec
Maine State Visitor Information Center Fryeburg

FRYEBURG, Maine — In celebration of the nation's 250th anniversary, the town of Fryeburg has a week of festivities planned called “Once Upon A Fryeburg,” which kicks off this Sunday

06/18/2026

Trail Advisory – 6/19/26 Sunday Morning

A friendly heads-up for trail users: the Trek Across Maine will be passing through this weekend, and riders will be using the Mountain Division Trail between Gambo Road and Route 202 on Sunday morning.

If you plan to be out on that section of the trail, please use extra caution, slow down, and be prepared for increased bicycle traffic. Everyone is encouraged to share the trail and help make it a safe and enjoyable experience for all.

Thank you, and we hope everyone has a wonderful weekend on the trail! 🚴☀️

06/15/2026

📢 The Friends of the Mountain Division Trail Spring 2026 Newsletter is here!

This issue includes exciting updates on the future of the Mountain Division Trail, including the proposed 10-mile trail expansion through Fryeburg, Brownfield, and Hiram. Learn about the latest engineering plans, upcoming public comment opportunities, trail events, volunteer activities, and more.

Inside this issue:
🚴 Mountain Division Trail expansion update
📝 How to participate in the MaineDOT public review process
🌲 Acadia National Park Carriage Trails feature article
🎉 Opening Day on the Trail recap
🎨 Chalk the Trail in Windham highlights
📅 Upcoming summer events throughout the region

The Mountain Division Trail continues to connect communities, support local economies, and provide outstanding opportunities for recreation and transportation across western Maine.

Read the newsletter and stay informed about what's happening along the trail!

Thank you to all of our volunteers, supporters, donors, and community partners who help make this trail possible.

👉 Spring 2026 Newsletter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SjWsetSerfvvKUJVWH6Ec49hqCIUTjHn/view?usp=sharing

06/14/2026

Coming to the Mountain Division Trail to walk your dog? We now have free dog waste bags and a little treat for pups inside our visitor center.
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06/12/2026

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06/06/2026

🌲 Exciting Partnership Announcement! 🌲

Have you noticed the Mountain Division Trail in Gorham looking a little cleaner and more maintained lately?

We’re excited to announce a new partnership between the Friends of the Mountain Division Trail and Gorham Parks & Recreation to help keep the Gorham section of the trail safe, accessible, and enjoyable for everyone.

As part of this effort, Andrew Walton has been out on the trail clearing brush, trimming vegetation, and addressing maintenance needs before they become bigger problems.

“My goal is to keep the trail clear and safe, and perform preventative maintenance to increase the lifetime of the trail surface,” says Andrew.

Regular maintenance helps improve visibility, enhance safety for all trail users, protect the trail investment, and preserve the beautiful experience that so many walkers, runners, and cyclists enjoy.

The Mountain Division Trail continues to grow in popularity, and partnerships like this help ensure it remains a high-quality community asset for years to come.

Thank you to Gorham Parks & Recreation for their support and commitment to the trail!

📍 Have you been on the trail recently? Let us know what improvements you’ve noticed in the comments.

Gorham (ME) Recreation Department

06/04/2026