The Eastern Trail Alliance periodically updates this page with trail alerts, conditions, and reports. Our small team relies on trail users to share their trail observations and report problems by filling out this form. Trail conditions are always subject to change, be alert and use caution while on the trail.
All areas:
Due to recent rain and variable temperatures, trail surfaces are very icy and wet. Studded tires and cleats on shoes/boots are a must. See photo. Be careful out there!
Saco
The trailside water fountain in Saco has been turned off for the season, thanks to Jim Godbout of Jim Godbout Plumbing & Heating, Inc. who provides this service in-kind.
Biddeford
A change in the route for the northbound on-road segment of the Eastern Trail in Biddeford is recommended. The new route was proposed in 2025 as a temporary detour due to a major construction project on Elm Street. To travel northbound using the ET on-road detour, please follow these cues (route shown in green on the map):
- Continue straight on Main St through the intersection with Elm St
- Left turn on Lincoln St
- Right turn on Pearl St. Continue straight on Pearl until you reach the turnaround next to the old smoke stack
- Continue straight through the fence onto the narrow asphalt path. Look for the Eastern Trail sign on the black street light pole
- Continue along the asphalt path under the railroad tracks and turn left on Upper Falls Rd. at the Foundry Building
- Continue on Upper Falls Rd towards The Levy building and Elm St
- Right turn on Elm Street. Continue on Elm Street across river bridge to traffic signal
- Left turn on Lincoln St at traffic signal intersection
The Southbound Eastern Trail route has not changed. However, cyclists in the Biddeford-Saco area are encouraged to stay alert and be aware of their surroundings at all times given increased automotive congestion there.
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