These are the local resources guests ask about most often.
Think of this page as a quick orientation: not a directory, just the essentials that help the days unfold smoothly.
We share exact addresses and the most current details in your pre-arrival info.
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Before You Arrive
If you need a final grocery run, ice, or a last-minute supply stop, the closest options are on the main route to the lake.
We recommend arriving with your core food plan set, then filling any gaps locally.
On the Way
Fuel, coffee, and basic supplies are available on the approach.
If you're towing gear or arriving with coolers, a quick last stop can make the handoff feel easier.
Attractions (Near Us or On the Way)
In Town
Pharmacy, hardware, and general stores are all within a short drive.
- Walgreens (Winthrop)
- Audette's ACE Hardware (Winthrop)
- Paris Farmers Union (Winthrop)
- Monmouth General Store (Monmouth)
If you forget something small, there's usually a simple fix within reach.
Restaurants/Breweries
Local spots guests often enjoy for a relaxed meal before or after their stay.
Mainland Tenting and RV'ing
If you're arriving with an RV, there are nearby options on the mainland.
We can point you to the closest sites and availability in your pre-arrival notes.
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Email Your Business InfoHiking Trails near Monmouth, Maine
Whittier Woods Walking Trails (Monmouth)
Easy • ~1.4 mi network • woods + boardwalk sections
Town trails near the public boat launch; well-marked loops for a quick walk.
Woodbury Nature Sanctuary / Conservancy (Monmouth–Litchfield)
Easy–Moderate • ~4.1 mi network • twin peaks + Mud Pond views
Large sanctuary with multiple trail loops, overlooks, a historic cemetery, and wetlands.
Mount Pisgah Conservation Area (Winthrop/Wayne)
Moderate • ~4.4 mi network • fire tower + ledges
Popular nearby hike with a public fire tower and wide views on clear days.
Gott Pasture Preserve (Wayne)
Loop options • shoreline + woods • wildlife-sensitive area
Quiet preserve on Wilson Pond with trails through forest and along undeveloped shoreline.
Vaughan Woods & Historic Homestead (Hallowell)
Easy • riverside woods + bridges • close to downtown Hallowell
Shaded trails along the river with restored bridges; good for a short scenic walk.
Kennebec River Rail Trail (Augusta–Hallowell–Gardiner)
Easy • ~6.5 mi one-way • paved multi-use riverside path
Great option for an easy walk/run with multiple access points and parking.
Androscoggin Riverlands State Park (Turner)
Multiple routes • long riverfront trail system
Large trail network with several corridors; some sections are multi-use (expect ATVs in places).
If You Need Help
For urgent needs, local services are available in the region and listed in your arrival materials.
On-island support is always available through the 1BSI Reset Crew and the Exchange Tent on the island.
