Western Maine group conserves riverside woods in Strong

SUN JOURNAL • July 17, 2026

A 124-acre property along the Sandy River has been permanently conserved, protecting forest, farmland and river habitat while securing public access to the land. High Peaks Alliance announced the conservation of Walrath Woods on South Strong Road about a mile south of the village. The property includes 1.7 miles of river frontage and will eventually be home to the Sherry Walrath Memorial Trail, a roughly 0.8-mile out-and-back path with river access, viewpoints, kiosks and benches.