Many of the trails here at Mount Agamenticus are named for well-known plant or animal species (like Cedar, Bobcat, Goosefoot, Porcupine). Others are named for physical features. Ring Trail, for example, is called Ring because (and you may have guessed) the trail makes a ring around First Hill. Another: Northface Path is on the northern face of the summit.

Okay, so, what’s a Darter? The Swamp Darter is one of Maine’s smallest freshwater fish and, at the northernmost limit of its range here in the state, is considered a Threatened species. It is known to be found in only three locations in Maine, all right here in southern York county: the York River, the Great Works River, and the Neddick River drainages. Chase’s Pond, Folly Pond, Chicks Brook, Boulter Pond, and Hooper’s Brook are all within these drainages. You can read more about the Swamp Darter here (outside PDF opens in new tab), at the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife website!

Is there a trail name that you’re curious about? Check out our trail map here (PDF opens in new tab) and let us know!

Check us out on Instagram or Facebook to follow along later this month, when we’ll be highlighting our trails named for plant and animal species! Follow the hashtag #TrailSpotlight.

Last modified: November 29, 2020