Mayberry Hill Preserve – Casco, ME – Lake Region Kid's Calendar

Looking for a short family hike with a little something extra for young explorers? Mayberry Hill Preserve in Casco combines an accessible field path, a woodland loop, several places to rest, and a natural play area made with rocks, logs, and sticks.

Families can keep their visit simple with a stroller-friendly walk around the field or continue onto the 0.9-mile Loop Trail for a more traditional hike over roots, rocks, and bog bridges. With a seasonal StoryWalk and plans to expand the nature playspace, this preserve is an especially inviting place to introduce young children to hiking.

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Trail Experience

Mayberry Hill Preserve protects 160 acres of meadows, mixed woodlands, streams, and former agricultural land in Casco. Families can choose between the accessible Field Trail, the longer woodland Loop Trail, or combine the two for a varied outdoor adventure.

The Field Trail begins near the parking area and follows a wide, compacted stone-dust path through the field. This section has gentle slopes and is stroller friendly, making it a good choice for toddlers, young walkers, and families who are not ready for a traditional woodland trail.

Several benches are spaced along the path, offering convenient places to rest, enjoy a snack, or slow down and watch what is happening in the meadow.

Just off the accessible path, families will find a nature playspace where children can climb on rocks and logs, build with natural materials, and explore stick houses. Additional features are planned, including a mud kitchen expected to be added in fall 2026.

During the summer and fall, the preserve also hosts a StoryWalk in partnership with the Casco Public Library.

Families looking for a longer walk can continue onto the 0.9-mile Loop Trail. This portion feels much more like a traditional Maine hike, with narrower woodland paths and roots, rocks, uneven ground, and bog bridges to navigate.

Following the main loop clockwise, hikers descend gradually through the woods. Old stone walls and sections of barbed wire offer reminders of the land’s agricultural history, while a former quarry area shows where granite was once cut for building foundations.

The lower portion of the loop is relatively flat but still has uneven footing. As the trail circles back toward the field, hikers may notice old logging roads, apple trees remaining from former orchards, and other signs of the preserve’s past.

Along the trails, families can enjoy:

An accessible stone-dust field path
Several benches for resting
A nature playspace with rocks, logs, and stick structures
A seasonal StoryWalk
Mixed woodland and meadow habitats
Historic stone walls
A former granite quarry site
Wild blueberry bushes
Old apple trees
Streams and seasonal wet areas
Opportunities for bird watching and wildlife spotting

Trail Details

Location: Mayberry Hill Road, Casco, Maine
Loop Trail Distance: 0.9-mile loop
Field Trail Distance: Approximately 0.3 miles
Difficulty: Easy on the Field Trail; Easy to Moderate on the Loop Trail
Uses: Walking, hiking, bird watching, nature exploration, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing
Surface: Compacted stone dust on the Field Trail; dirt, roots, rocks, and bog bridges on the Loop Trail
Stroller Friendly: Yes, on the Field Trail only
Facilities: Portable restroom available near the parking area from May through October
Parking: Off-street parking area for approximately 8–10 vehicles, including an accessible parking space
Managed by: Loon Echo Land Trust

The parking area is plowed for winter use. A kiosk at the trailhead provides a map and preserve guidelines. Because there are no “you are here” markers along the trails, Loon Echo Land Trust recommends taking a photo of the map before beginning your walk.

Tips for Families

Ages: The Field Trail and nature playspace are suitable for all ages. The Loop Trail is best for children who are comfortable walking over roots, rocks, and uneven ground.

Strollers: The wide stone-dust Field Trail is stroller friendly. Strollers are not recommended on the remainder of the Loop Trail.

Footwear: Sneakers should work well for the Field Trail during dry conditions. Hiking shoes or sturdy sneakers are recommended for the woodland loop.

Season: Visit during summer and fall for the seasonal StoryWalk, fall for colorful foliage, or winter for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.

Dogs: Dogs are welcome but must be leashed or under strict voice control. All dog waste must be carried out.

Pack: Bring water, snacks, bug spray, and weather-appropriate layers. Consider packing an extra change of clothes once the planned mud kitchen is added.

Navigation: Take a photo of the trail map at the kiosk before starting the woodland loop.

Hunting: Hunting is allowed on the preserve. Wear blaze orange during hunting season. Extra orange vests may be available at the kiosk during peak fall hunting season.

There are no trash cans, so families should plan to carry out everything they bring into the preserve.

See It For Yourself

Why Families Love It

Mayberry Hill Preserve makes it easy to choose an adventure that works for your family that day.

Families with babies, toddlers, or strollers can enjoy a short walk along the accessible Field Trail, stop at the benches, visit the nature playspace, and read the seasonal StoryWalk without committing to the full woodland loop.

Older or more experienced young hikers can continue onto the Loop Trail for roots, rocks, bridges, and signs of the land’s farming and quarrying history.

The nature playspace adds an open-ended element that many young children love. Instead of traditional playground equipment, kids can balance on logs, climb over rocks, add to stick structures, and use their imaginations with materials found in nature.

It is a simple, flexible destination where families can walk, play, rest, and explore at their own pace.

Plan Your Next Family Adventure

Before you head out, check the Lake Region Kids Calendar to see what else is happening nearby—from library activities and community events to seasonal outings and other family-friendly trails.

Whether you visit for a stroller-friendly field walk, a stop at the nature playspace, or the complete woodland loop, Mayberry Hill Preserve offers an approachable outdoor adventure for families in the Sebago Lake region.

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