Summer Update

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News & Updates

“Know before you go” and help keep Mount A’s trails safe and open! Please continue to adhere to current CDC physical distancing guidelines and follow all posted signage. Visitors from out of state should familiarize themselves with state guidelines regarding COVID-19, which can be found at Maine.gov.

Mount Agamenticus is a popular destination for recreation in the summer months. Visitors should know that parking at Mount A is limited and may reach capacity, especially on weekends and holidays. Peak hours are typically between 10:00am and 2:00pm.

The park and trails are open dawn to dusk.

The summit access road gate is open 6am to sunset from April to September.

➤ Parking – 

  • Parking is LIMITED. Park in designated parking areas only and do not block gates or roadways.
  • Have a back-up plan, and BE PREPARED to turn around and head elsewhere if parking is full.

Places to Go:

  • Use Maine Trail Finder to find another trail or walking path close to you.
  • Visit nearby York Land Trust or
  • Great Works Regional Land Trust sites.
  • This map (PDF opens in new tab) from our Gateway to Maine Outside partners shows some of the access points in coastal southern Maine. There are so many wonderful trails to explore within just a few miles of Mount A!

All organized groups and any party of 10 or more people visiting Mount A must fill out our Group Registration Form in advance. 

➤ Amenities/Facilities –

  • Port-a-potties are available at the Summit and Base, and are serviced by an outside company twice a week (typically on Mondays and Fridays). There are NO other restrooms available.
  • The Conservation Office is typically staffed on weekdays between 8:30 and 4:00pm, but we may be out in the field. If staff is unavailable and you have a question, call the office phone at (207) 361-1102 to leave a voicemail OR contact us via our website. We will get back to you as soon as possible. DO NOT call the office in an emergency. In an emergency, call 911.
  • Trail boxes are open and maps are available. There are two trail box locations at the summit: one is at the kiosk; the other is at the entrance to the Lodge.
  • Drinking water is available on the summit, outside the Learning Lodge under the deck.

➤ Learning Lodge –

  • The summit Learning Lodge is open to the public from 12-4pm on most Saturdays and Sundays from Memorial Day Weekend to Indigenous Peoples Day.
    • We may open late on some Saturdays due to scheduled educational programming. Any actual closures will be posted on our website and social media accounts:
      • The Lodge will be closed Sunday July 10th and 24th.
  • Masks are appreciated inside, but not required.
  • No food or drink. Water bottles are okay. No dogs.
  • The Lodge is also available May-October to school & camp group visits, and other pre-scheduled groups for educational programming.
  • Read more information about the Learning Lodge.

➤ Site Rules –

Help us protect this important resource and each other by abiding by all Site Guidelines for Use (link opens in new tab) including:

  • Stay on marked and designated trails.
    • If you’ve discovered Mount A through another website like AllTrails, please be sure to double-check your route against our trail map.
  • Keep dogs ON LEASH at all times.
  • Take all trash out with you, including pet waste.

Please contact us to report any problems or concerns; you can also call the Conservation Office during the week at (207) 361-1102. We will get back to you as soon as we are able. If you have an EMERGENCY, CALL 911.

Other Contacts:
York Police Dispatch: (207) 363-4444
Town of York Parks & Recreation Office: (207) 363-1040
The Center for Wildlife – Wildlife Assistance Hotline: (207) 361-2300 (located 375 Mountain Road, Cape Neddick)

Photo by Jerry Monkman.

Post last updated July 8, 2022.

Last modified: September 2, 2022

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