The Shiloh Pond Trail offers a peaceful hiking experience through lush forests, wetlands, and streams, leading to scenic spots like the 19-acre Shiloh Pond and a small waterfall. The trail provides opportunities for outdoor recreation, including fishing, paddling, and wildlife observation. It is part of a 215-acre conserved area.
The Shiloh Pond Trail offers a diverse hiking experience with a trail surface that includes dirt paths, grassy sections, and the natural forest floor. The trail occasionally follows decommissioned woods roads, providing a slightly more compacted surface. Additionally, there are sections of bog bridging, which help navigate through the wetter areas of the forest, ensuring a more stable and dry passage for hikers.
The trail is marked with blue blazes and cairns.
For those interested in water activities, the trail provides access to both Shiloh Pond and Little Shiloh Pond. Shiloh Pond, spanning about 19 acres, is open for fly-fishing only, featuring naturally reproducing Eastern brook trout. The pond is accessible via trails that lead to its shoreline, allowing for both fishing and scenic enjoyment. Boat access is limited to carry-in and non-motorized vessels. The property is managed to preserve its natural beauty and ensure public access for outdoor activities year-round.
Winter access: Shiloh Pond Road is not plowed during the winter. To access Shiloh Pond Community Forest park at the turn from Tufts Pond Road & Grindstone Pond Road to walk in. This is the end of winter maintenance.
For additional information, visit the High Peaks Alliance website, or contact:
From Kingfield, head north on ME-27 then take a left onto Tufts Pond Road. Go 3.3 miles then turn left on Shiloh Pond Road. Continue 0.3 miles to a small parking area at the trailhead.
Note: Shiloh Pond Road is not plowed in winter; hikers must park at the juction of Tufts Pond Road and Grindstone Pond Road and walk in the half-mile to the trailhead from there.
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