Mackworth Island State Park

Trail Distance

1.5 miles (loop)

Dogs

Must be kept on leash

Bikes

Not Allowed

GPS Address

Andrews Avenue off US-1, Falmouth

Parking

Large parking lot to the right after the entrance gate (must pay fee)

Bus Access

Greater Portland METRO Route 7 (Stop 448 at Andrews Rd if coming from Portland)

Additional Information

Ownership

State of Maine

Property Type

State Park

Property Uses

Hiking, cross country skiing, swimming, and nature study are all allowed. Bikes and motorized vehicles are prohibited.

Additional Directions

From I-295 South take exit 9 towards Falmouth Foreside. Keep right onto Veranda Street. Continue on US-1 N for approximately three-quarter miles and turn right onto Andrews Ave. Continue another three-quarter miles over the causeway to the State Park entrance.

From bus stop #448: Continue about three-quarter miles on Andrews Rd over the causeway to the state park entrance

Property Description

The 1.5 mile island-walk circles the 100-acre island. The Baxter School for the Deaf is located on the island; please keep to the perimeter pathway and do not interfere with school activities.

History

The property was donated to the State of Maine by former Governor Percival Baxter in 1946.