Winter COVID-19 Update

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News & Updates

“Know before you go” and help keep Mount A’s trails safe and open this winter! Please continue to adhere to CDC physical distancing guidelines and pay attention to 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. Additional information from the Town of York can be found here. Links open in new tab.

While our busiest season is now behind us, Mount Agamenticus is likely to remain a popular destination for winter recreation this year. Parking remains 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 7am to sunset from October to March.

Weather conditions may cause temporary road closure. In the event of an extended closure, information will available on the notification bar at the top of our website as well as on our social media accounts!

Trails may be snowy or icy. For winter hiking tips, click here.

➤ Parking – 

  • Parking remains LIMITED. Park in designated parking areas only and do not block gates or roadways.
  • DO NOT park in unplowed lots. Plow crews are busy keeping main roads and access safe.  They sometimes need extra time after a weather event to get to Mount A. Please give them a break by not arriving during or shortly after a storm so they can do their work effectively.
  • Have a back-up plan, and BE PREPARED to turn around and head elsewhere if parking is full or lots aren’t plowed.

Places to Go:

➤ Amenities/Facilities –

  • Port-a-potties at the summit are CLOSED for the season. The unit at the Base will remain open and is serviced by an outside company once a week during through the winter (typically on Mondays). There are NO other restrooms available.
  • The summit Learning Lodge is closed for the season.
  • The Conservation Office remains closed to the public. Please note that the office is staffed sporadically in the winter months and that we may not be available to talk outside or answer the phone. You may leave a voice mail OR contact us via our website. DO NOT call the office in an emergency. In an emergency, call 911.
  • Trailboxes are open and maps are available! If you need a map, please take it with you, rather than returning it to the box. Trail maps are still also available online to download or print. Click here.
  • Most decks and platforms are open; please allow others to exit before going on to decks. Stairs may be icy.
  • Bring an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Trailboxes, port-a-potties and deck/platform handrails are high touch surfaces.
  • Running water is NOT available at the summit for handwashing or drinking.

All organized groups and parties of 10 or more visiting Mount A must fill out our Group Registration Form in advance. Indoor/sheltered space is not available for group use.

➤ Site Rules –

Help us protect this important resource and each other by abiding by all Park Rules (link opens in new tab) including:

  • Stay on marked and designated trails.
  • 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

Post last updated December 13 2020.

 

If you’d like to support Mount A at this time, donations are always welcome. You can donate on site via the yellow donation tubes at the base and summit, online via Square, or by check through the mail. Proceeds go toward the Conservation Program to promote sound stewardship of the land and public education. All donations are tax deductible. Thank you for supporting the work we do here at Mount A! Click here to learn more.

Last modified: April 1, 2021

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