Do you like the Pineland Farms trails in New Gloucester? Libby Hill Trails in Gray? Or Twin Brook trails in Cumberland? If so, you will love the trails at Skyline Farm in North Yarmouth, Maine. Why? They were all designed by John Morton of Vermont, a 7-time Winter Olympic biathlon participant (athlete, coach, and team leader)!
The public trails at Skyline Farms have been some trails that I have wanted to check out since learning this fun fact and boy, they did not disappoint!
Read through the blog for an in depth summary of the trails at Skyline Farm and IMPORTANT BATHROOM details or….. head straight to the summary at the bottom for quick information.
General Information:
The trails at Skyline Farm are located at 95 The Lane, North Yarmouth with another trailhead located just off of Sweetser Road. No need to worry about parking, there are ample spots available at both trailhead locations!
Some of the trails were first established in the 1950s & 1960s as bridle paths when a riding school was held at the farm and the current network of about 2 miles of trails was designed by John Morton. Skyline Farm and their trails are also protected through a conservation easement held by the Royal River Conservation Trust. Over 40 acres are being protected for future generations to enjoy this beautiful and historic land!
Most of these trails are gravel with some off-shoot trails having more natural surfaces and one section of a trail being on cut grass on a perimeter of a meadow. Jogging strollers should have no issues with gravel or cut grass.
It should be noted that legal trapping is allowed on the private property adjacent to the farm from October 1st-December 31st and as such, Skyline Farm encourages pets and children to stay on the trails.
Also, try to visit on a Sunday afternoon! The historic carriage museum is open from 1-4pm on Sundays.
Our Experience:
We had a wonderful time walking along these trails. We parked at the Sweetser Road trailhead and walked what I would consider the outer loop of the trail system. Our walk included the Stage Line trail to Breakneck Hill to Wiffletree trail. It was roughly a 1.25 mile loop with some small inclines. These are definitely kid-friendly trails!
I love trails that give you a sense of meandering through the forest and the trails at Skyline Farm definitely give off this vibe. If you complete the outer loop of this network of trails, you will crisscross over Toddy Brook a couple of times and views of Bradbury Mountain in Pownal come into view when you are on the highest portion of the hill.
Trails are marked but there are definitely some intersections that could use some additional signage. Be sure to snap a picture of the trail map before you head off!
Bathroom Rating: D
There are NO bathrooms located at Skyline Farms. The closest bathrooms most likely will be at the gas station or Toots Ice Cream in the village of North Yarmouth, just up the road from the trailheads.
If risking whether the bathrooms are open at the gas station or ice cream shop isn’t your jam, I highly recommend the Oxo Tot Travel Potty and liners.
Local Food Options:
You will not be short of options for food around Skyline Farms. Here are a couple of my recommendations that are all about a 10 minute drive from the trailheads.
- Cumberland Food Stop offers a variety of sandwiches, pizza and more with an online ordering option and picnic tables out front. Closed on Sundays.
- Dara’s Bistro is a great morning spot to grab one of their fabulous breakfast sandwiches and some caffeine. My personal favorite is a hot maple latte with oatmilk here!
- Pineland Market Market is one of my favorite spots to grab a sandwich or gluten free bagel. I also love picking up some Pineland Farms meat and other groceries when I’m there!
Additional Adventures:
Looking to add on to your adventure to Skyline Farms? Here are a couple of options you add to your day that are nearby:
- Bradbury Mountain State Park: Looking to add in some more miles? Considering exploring more trails at one of the first state parks in Maine!
- Pineland Farms: Even though the cows are gone, the education barns are still a fun place to visit! Looking for learning opportunities? Check out the Malaga Island Memorial or walk the Malaga Island Historical Walk to learn more about those who were forcibly taken from Malaga Island.
- Burchard Dunn School: Located just across from Pineland Farms, this is one of my favorite playground spots when in this area! Be sure to check out their nature playground tucked in the woods just adjacent to the playground equipment.
Summary:
Skyline Farms is a fabulous network of trails in North Yarmouth, Maine. With about 2 miles of mostly gravel trails that crisscross Toddy Brook and give you views of Bradbury Mountain on the highest point of the hill, this is a fabulous spot to explore with children! Jogging strollers should have no issues on the gravel trails.
The trails at Skyline Farms are accessible at two different trailheads; one at 95 The Lane and other on Sweetser Road. The outermost loop of the network of trails will give you about 1.25 miles of trails and are perfect for those with young ones in tow!
Trail signage could use some improvement so be sure to snap a picture of the trail map before you head off.
There are NO bathrooms on site. The gas station and ice cream shop in the village of North Yarmouth, just up the road from the trailheads will be your closest options for a bathroom. Consider packing Oxo Tot Travel Potty and liners.
And, as always, be sure to do a tick check after you finish on the trails!
Happy Adventuring!
~Natalie
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