Vining Lake Community Preserve

Description

The Vining Lake Community Preserve consists of 406 acres of rich habitat surrounding the 26-acre undeveloped Vining Lake. This diverse and ecologically important property is home to many of Maine’s freshwater fish, birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians.

The easy to moderate trails expose visitors to granite outcroppings, wetlands, and woodland, as well as spots for picnicking, swimming, and fishing. Moose are frequently seen browsing in the wetlands or cooling off in the lake mid-summer.

Hand-carry boat access is available for canoe and kayak launching 100 feet from the parking lot. The Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife stocks the lake annually. 

An important area to the surrounding community, Vining Lake will forever remain as it is: undeveloped and available for everyone to enjoy!

Other Information

Thank you for your stewardship and care of this preserve for present and future generations. The preserve is open from dawn to dusk. Help us protect these special places by observing
the following guidelines: 

• Please practice “carry-in/carry-out” and “leave no trace” ethics.
• Please stay on or near the trail to avoid damaging the surrounding vegetation.
• For your safety, wear orange during hunting season.
• Do not carve graffiti or initials in rocks, ledges or trees.
• Avoid stepping on moss, lichen or salt marsh grass that does not recover from repeated stress.
• Collection of lichens or other plants is not permitted.
• Keep dogs on a leash or under voice control at all times.
• Fires, camping, ATVs and snowmobiles are not permitted.
• Do not feed or disturb wildlife.
• Please respect neighboring private property and roads.

Trail Manager

For additional information, visit the Downeast Coastal Conservancy's website, or contact: