Scarborough River Wildlife Sanctuary
Owascoag was the original name of the now popular town of Scarborough.
Plan Around Scarborough River Wildlife Sanctuary
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Scarborough River Wildlife Sanctuary Details
Owascoag was the original name of the now popular town of Scarborough. Meaning "land of much grass," the title originates from the miles of salt marshlands that cover the property. The 52 acres of the Scarborough River Wildlife Sanctuary are a testament to the early use of the area for farming and its extensive wetland habitat. With one and a half-miles of easy to moderate trails, visitors will get glimpses of the marshy woods, pools, and Scarborough River on a land that was most recently used as a golf course. Facilities: Parking
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Nearby Parks Around Scarborough River Wildlife Sanctuary
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Scarborough River Wildlife Sanctuary
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0.5 mi away
Peterson Field Sport Complex
The Peterson Fields Sports Complex is just that, an area of designated fields and recreation set aside for the enjoyment of the public.
0.6 mi away
Eastern Trail
Starting in the woods near Kennebunk and running almost thirty miles to the lighthouse of South Portland, the Eastern Trail is a popular walking path for those wishing to view historical Maine.
0.6 mi away
Seavey Landing
A hand-carry site at the end of a residential road that allows paddlers to launch into the Dunstan River and eventually the Scarborough River.
0.8 mi away
Dunstan Landing
A high-tide hand-carry launch for paddlers looking to access Scarborough Marsh, or a starting point for walking looking to access either the Eastern Trail (south).
