This large area of wilderness contains a number of attractive ponds, numerous marshes and swamps, and miles of undeveloped frontage on Lower Togus Pond. The main road bisecting the preserve is a wide dirt road, with several offshoot trails - of varying quality - that head off in loops to the southeast. Highlights of the area are Moody Pond, Wellman Pond, and Givens Hill, which rises to 550 feet in elevation, making it one of the higher points in the area. The waterfront area on Lower Togus Pond is also worth visiting, but be prepared to bushwhack, as there are no trails to the west of Mud Mill Road.
For additional information, visit the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife website, or contact:
Recognize Working Forests and Waters: Maine’s landscapes are not just for recreation—they’re also active, productive environments that support local livelihoods and communities. Forests may be actively logged; waterways are used for lobstering, clamming, aquaculture, and transport. For everyone’s safety, maintain a safe distance from active logging operations, and do not disturb working docks, fishing equipment, traps or buoys.
SOUTH ENTRANCE/MUD MILL ROAD
Head east on ME-17 out of Augusta. 5.1 miles from ME-9, take a left on Mud Hill Road. Go 1.8 miles to the end of Mud Hill Road where there is space to park.
NORTH ENTRANCE/SOUTH BELFAST AVE
Head west on ME-105 (South Belfast Ave) out of downtown Augusta. 7 miles from the traffic circle just east of the river, and about 1.5 miles past the bridge over Togus Pond, look for Mud Mill Road on the right. There is room for a few cars to park off ME-105.
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