Fewer barriers mean more accessibility on western Maine trails

SUN JOURNAL • July 15, 2026

For years, adaptive athlete Enock Glidden, of Rumford, said he had to travel to Maine’s coast to find trails accessible to wheelchair users, people using mobility devices, parents pushing strollers and older adults seeking gentler terrain. That is beginning to change in western Maine. New and improved accessible trail options now include Buck’s Ledge, Inland Woods + Trails’ Rumford Community Forest, and longtime favorites such as Davis Park and Valentine Farm. Glidden said more accessible trails are on the way as land managers increasingly prioritize accessibility while recognizing Maine’s aging population.