Holbrook Ponds Paddling

Description

This short paddle around the Holbrook Ponds is accessed by a 500 foot portage trail which ends at the north shore of Little Holbrook Pond. From the put-in on Little Holbrook it is a brief 0.5 mile paddle due south to another portage trail at the far end of the pond. This portage trail follows the stream between Holbrook and Little Holbrook Ponds south from the take-out for about 300 feet and comes out on the north shore of Holbrook Pond. From the put-in on the north shore of Holbrook Pond it is less than 1 mile to the far end of the pond.

The two short portage trails may be wet at times. Both are in need of improvement, but are easily passable.

Other Information

There is no camping at Holbrook Ponds.

The Debsconeag Lakes Wilderness Area Preserve Guidelines:

• Hunting and fishing are allowed according to state laws and regulations.
• Vehicles are restricted to designated roads. ATVs are not permitted anywhere in the reserve.
• Horses, pets, and other domestic animals are not permitted.
• Fires are allowed by permit only in existing fire rings at designated locations. Use only dead and down wood.
• Do not collect or remove plants or animals.
• Camp only in designated campsites. No reservations or fees required. [No Camping at Holbrook Ponds]
• Camping at any one site is limited to a two week maximum stay.
• Please use the latrines installed at campsites.
• Carry water for washing at least 200 feet away from streams or lakes and use small amounts of biodegradable soap.
• Pack it in, pack it out! Remove all trash and leave your campsite looking better than when you arrived.

Trail Manager

For more information or a printable map please contact The Nature Conservancy.

The Nature Conservancy, Maine Field Office
14 Maine Street, Suite 401
Brunswick, ME 04011
Phone: (207) 729-5181
naturemaine@tnc.org
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