There are very many news items and documents about the Eastern Trail – past (its rail history and past efforts to build the trail), present (current events and activities), and future (what more we need to do), and how YOU can help! We attempt to organize access to these rich resources here – please contact us if you are confused or are seeking additional information!
The biggest news about the Eastern Trail are the Trail Development campaigns that are under way. You can read about them here.
- One campaign is the Over the River Campaign. The Over the River section of trail transits 3 miles through Saco and Biddeford.l. Learn more here.
- A second campaign is Blazing the Trail South: Kennebunk to South Berwick. When complete, Blazing the Trail South will add 19 miles and extend a current 6.2 mile off road section of the Eastern Trail. Learn more here.
- We are nearing the construction phase of our Close the Gap campaign. A key piece of trail is missing in Scarborough. A 1.6-mile “gap” interrupts off-road travel between South Portland and Saco. More information here.
Click here to view the latest news flashes about the Eastern Trail and related subjects. This page contains the most recent news about the trail but also archives older news going back several years. It is a good way to catch up on the latest happenings on and about the trail!
View more involved News Stories and Archives here. This page contains major news articles about the trail, is a good way to learn more about current efforts and the rich history of the development of the Eastern Trail
Other documents with helpful information about the ETA and its work are:
- A listing of key ETA documents
- ETA Annual Meeting Programs
- Important internet links about other Rail-Trails in Maine, walking and biking resources, and other friends and supporters.
- Information on Laws and Regulations related to the Eastern Trail.
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