The Kennebunk to Arundel stretch of the Eastern Trail is a great place for a winter hike with your dog.  Round trip the Kennebunk to Arundel stretch of the Eastern Trail is approximately six miles of flat easy walking.  Or if you’re feeling adventurous, you can walk 12 miles from Kennebunk to Biddeford and back.  Following the former route of Eastern Railroad, this trail is popular with dog walkers, snowshoers, and cross country skiers.  Please be aware though that the trail does parallel Interstate 95 in some areas.  We noticed that in the winter without the foliage to block the noise, our dogs were more concerned by the sound of the traffic than they are on summer visits.  Also the trail does take you over the Maine Turnpike on a footbridge.  So if your dog is skittish this may not be the tranquil walk you envisioned.  But that is just one small stretch of what is overall an enjoyable hiking trail surrounded by dense woods and over rivers and wetlands.

Parking is available at Kennebunk Elementary School.  Dogs are required to be on leash.  For more information including directions, please visit our Dog Friendly Places page.