BANGOR DAILY NEWS • May 26, 2023
All-terrain vehicle enthusiasts from across the state are expected to put on some serious miles over Memorial Day weekend with the official opening of the 2023 Maine ATV season. Large landowners on whose property many of the trails are located have agreed to the opening. But the state stresses that there are no trail connections on some stretches, including Rockwood to Jackman and Jackman to The Forks, because of timber harvesting, washouts and damage to roads and trails. Riders are asked to stay on marked trails, which have green and white signs, and should remember that not all snowmobile trails are open to ATVs and larger utility task vehicles, which are commonly referred to as side-by-sides. Enthusiasts should respect “closed” signs, drive to the right at an appropriate speed and avoid tearing up the trail.