Brave Boat Headwaters Preserve, Kittery, ME

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Take a quiet wooded hike at Brave Boat Headwaters Preserve in Kittery, Maine. Located on approximately 60 acres, this 1.5 mile easy walk takes you through dense forest, past wetlands, and over vernal pools, with historic stonewalls crisscrossing the path, reminding you of its early farming history. In fact, you can extend your walk by walking the Sawyer Farm Trail which will take you to Bartlett Road.

Dogs are allowed on-leash. As always please pick up after your dog, and respect the wildlife that call it home. The Kittery Land Trust also asks that you respect the private property owners who have granted easements for access to this trail. Parking is available in the dirt lot at 185 Brave Boat Harbor Road. Look for the kiosk.

For more hiking recommendations, including the Kittery Town Forest, visit our Dog Friendly Places reviews.

Easy to follow, 1.5 mile loop trail.
With benches along the way for bird watching or if you’re extra quiet you may spot a deer or two!
On the day we visited conditions were dry on the trail. But in a normal season there are water crossings, especially in the spring.
Fun Fact: 2022 marks Kittery’s 375th Anniversary. The first recorded reference to “Brave Boat Harbor” was in 1645. It is believed early settlers called it that because the main channel is not deep and is difficult to enter especially during low tide when the surf is rolling. Some of the earliest settlers lived in the area of Brave Boat Headwaters Preserve.

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Chuck Billy is a Golden Retriever, living in Southern Maine, who likes to share his unique observations on life with his little brother Asa. When not writing his blog, he spends his days being awesome.

1 comments on “Brave Boat Headwaters Preserve, Kittery, ME”

  1. Christina (and Starling)

    Oooo! A place to explore on my next visit to Maine. Thanks boys! 😘😘

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