ATV Riding

Maine’s ATV trail network is one of the largest and most interconnected in the country. From the rolling potato fields of Aroostook County to the rugged logging roads of the Western Mountains, there is terrain for every riding style.

The Maine Difference: Landowner Relations

Unlike out West where trails are often on public BLM land, over 90% of Maine’s ATV trails are on private land. This access is a privilege, not a right.

• The Golden Rule: Stay on the marked trail.
• Tread Lightly: Don’t tear up the trail. If it’s too muddy, turn back.
• Carry Out Trash: Leave the land better than you found it.

Major Trail Systems

• The County (Aroostook): The “Crown of Maine” is legendary for its vast network. Riders can travel for days, staying at ATV-friendly lodges and eating at trailside diners without ever needing a trailer. The trails here are often wider and smoother, suitable for long-distance touring.
• The Moose Loop: A famous 138-mile loop in Franklin County offering incredible mountain views, elevation changes, and technical challenges. It connects rangeley, Stratton, Eustis, and Carrabassett Valley.
• Downeast Sunrise Trail: An 87-mile multi-use rail trail running from Ellsworth to Ayers Junction. It’s flat, wide, and perfect for families, offering scenic marsh views and access to salmon rivers.

Renting & Guided Tours

Don’t have your own machine? No problem. Outfitters in Jackman, The Forks, and Millinocket offer rentals of modern Side-by-Sides (UTVs) and guided tours that handle all the logistics for you.