Sprague Pond Trail

The five and a half mile moderate trails pass a pond, woodlands, fields, and a waterfall known as "Skull Falls."

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Sprague Pond Trail Details

Within the largest preserve on Maine's coast, The Basin Preserve, the Sprague Pond Trail cuts through 114 acres of land, including woods, streams, and ponds that help feed and protect this larger estuary. Sprague Pond itself is a total of 10 acres and is spring fed, leaving crisp, clear, and clean water in a picturesque setting. The five and a half mile moderate trails pass a pond, woodlands, fields, and a waterfall known as "Skull Falls."

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Sprague Pond Trail

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The Basin Preserve

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