Western Maine is home to some of the best mountain biking trails in the state. Our backcountry trail system offers an exciting way to experience the Maine wilderness and connects with some of New England’s finest mountain biking routes.
Maine Huts & Trails offers 50 miles of backcountry trails, accommodating riders of all skill levels on both regular mountain bikes and fat tire bikes. Our trails connect with others maintained by Carrabassett Region NEMBA, Town of Carrabassett, Sugarloaf, and more.
Trail Conditions
Before heading out check MH&T Trail Conditions or the local NEMBA chapter’s conditions page.
Suggested Routes
The trails around Stratton Brook Hut are a must-ride for all locals and visitors to areas. Enjoy a water break at the Vista overlooking the Bigelow Mountain Range, and continue down to link to miles of other local trails along the Narrow Gauge Pathway.
Stratton Hut Loop via Oak Knoll and Newton’s Revenge
Riders seeking a quieter and more remote trail experience will appreciate the ride from Airport Trailhead to Poplar Hut and beyond. Follow the flowing Sticky Trail onto Long Falls Dam Road, and climb to the Halfway Yurt and Yurt Vista for panoramic views of Western Maine.
Airport TH to Halfway Yurt
Bike Rentals, Apparel, and Maintenance
Sugarloaf Outdoor Center, Carrabassett Valley, ME
Northern Lights Bike Shop, Farmington, ME
Mainely Outdoors, Farmington, ME
Skowhegan Outdoors, Skowhegan, ME
Best Maine Hut Destinations for Mountain Biking
-
Stratton Brook Hut
Getting to Stratton Brook Hut requires a moderate ascent of just over 600ft of elevation. Visitors should be prepared for a hearty workout on the way up and a fun, fast descent on the way down. When to Visit Stratton Brook Hut Our eco-lodge is open primarily during our winter season (late December through mid […]
-
Poplar Stream Hut
Poplar Stream Hut is the closest hut to our Kingfield office and can be accessed from the Airport Trailhead in Carrabassett Valley. Reaching the hut requires crossing land owned by the Penobscot Indian Nation and leased by Maine Huts & Trails. Please be respectful of the land and wildlife as you enjoy a gentle ascent […]
-
Flagstaff Lake Hut
A two mile hike from the trailhead will deliver you to a picturesque lakeside vista before reaching the hut where you can kick back and relax. Our most popular hut, Flagstaff is a great “first hut” for new visitors and for wildlife enthusiasts. Birders will see kingfishers, loons, and pileated woodpeckers. Deer, beavers, and playful […]
-
Grand Falls Hut (Closed)
Grand Falls is our most remote hut, located almost 12 miles northeast of Flagstaff Lake. A combination of dead outdated batteries and washed out bridges have kept the Hut closed for the last couple years. In addition to the batteries needing replacement, record flooding has not been kind to our 18+ bridges that extend along […]