Highlights: Route follows along the West Branch of the Penobscot River. Pass by rural farms, forests, and logging communities, as well as historical landmarks in the towns of Medway, Mattawamkeag, Winn and Chester. Opportunities to see wildlife and birds.

Distance: 38 miles

Terrain: Moderate terrain, hilly, for intermediate cyclists. Trail conditions are generally fair to good. Watch for broken pavement. Caution -- Logging trucks are common on roads in this area. Watch out for them. Some roads have no shoulders.

How to get there: The ride begins at the Roy L. Powers Recreational Area parking lot on ME 157 in Medway. Take Exit 244 off I-95. Starting point is less than 2 miles west of exit.  Download the map above for additional information about the route.

For additional information, please contact:
Maine Department of Transportation
(207) 624-3300
www.exploremaine.org