Fore River Trail

Trailhead

From Portland’s Congress Street turn onto Hobart Street. You can join the trail in many places along Hobart Street. A small parking area is located across from Osgood Street. Other trailheads are located at the Portland Transportation Center Bus/Train Station. Parking is available along Thompson’s Point Road; fee parking is available at the Portland Transportation Center, 100 Thompson’s Point Road off Congress Street. METRO Bus Route 5.

Description

The Fore River Trail is a gravel and boardwalk trail along the Fore River, through wooded and marshy areas. Subtle overgrown land-forms indicate the location of old wharfs and roads. At the Thompson’s Point loop, warehouses and tidal inlets contrast industry with nature, and offer good views of the Fore River estuary and the Portland Jetport. This section is flat gravel and boardwalk, with some uneven packed-earth surfaces. Signs direct users in a loop along the road back to the Portland Transportation Center with its connection to the Fore River Parkway.

Other Information

The Fore River Trail was funded with restoration funds from the Julie N oil spill in Portland Harbor in 1996, this trail opened on the fifth anniversary of the spill September 27, 2001. Interpretive signage along the trail describes the area’s fragile river, marsh, and forest ecosystems and the damage caused by the spill.

The Thompson's Point peninsula may soon be transformed into an entertainment complex that will include a sports arena, restaurant, hotel, and office buildings. The trail around the perimeter will remain but may be closed during construction.

Trail Manager

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