Views of Casco Bay – East End Beach loop from Mayor Baxter Woods
Views of Casco Bay – East End Beach loop from Mayor Baxter Woods
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Views of Casco Bay – East End Beach loop from Mayor Baxter Woods
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15.5km
60m
Cycling
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: May 8, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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301 m
Mayor Baxter Woods
Highlight • Forest
It's a designated municipal forest and bird sanctuary, recognized for its ecological value.
Tip by
5.26 km
Views of Casco Bay
Highlight • Beach
You can find detailed information about the bay on the website of the 'Friends of Casco Bay - Casco BAYKEEPER'.
cascobay.org/casco-bay
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Tip by
5.35 km
Railroad Crossing on Eastern Promenade Trail
Highlight • Cycleway
6.20 km
Waterfront View at Eastern Promenade
Highlight • Viewpoint
Tip by
6.35 km
East End Beach
Highlight • Beach
Tip by
7.81 km
Eastern Promenade Trail
Highlight • Trail
15.5 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
12.4 km
1.51 km
1.12 km
410 m
< 100 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
13.3 km
904 m
757 m
475 m
< 100 m
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Description
If you're looking for an easy touring cycling route that blends urban nature with stunning coastal vistas, the "Views of Casco Bay – East End Beach loop from Mayor Baxter Woods" delivers. This 9.6-mile (15.5 km) route, rated easy, features a gentle 211 feet (64 metres) of elevation gain and can be completed in about 55 minutes, making it perfect for a relaxed ride combining Portland's green spaces and waterfront. It's an excellent choice for families or anyone seeking a diverse cycling experience without a strenuous workout.
What to expect on Views of Casco Bay – East End Beach loop from Mayor Baxter Woods
This route offers a journey through contrasting landscapes. You'll begin in the tranquil Mayor Baxter Woods, where wide, easy paths of hardened dirt and stone dust wind through towering red pine stands and shaded forests, providing a peaceful escape within the city. After navigating some urban streets to connect, the ride transitions to the vibrant Eastern Promenade Trail, a smooth, paved multi-use path. Here, you'll enjoy continuous waterfront views of Casco Bay and its numerous islands, passing by the popular East End Beach. The varied terrain, from shaded woods to open coastal paths, makes for an engaging and accessible ride suitable for most touring bikes and skill levels.
Planning your visit
It's important to note that this loop connects several distinct areas, so you'll need to be comfortable traversing city streets to link Mayor Baxter Woods with the waterfront sections. From Baxter Woods, you'll typically follow roads to connect to the Back Cove Trail, which then leads to the Eastern Promenade Trail and East End Beach. This bicycle touring route Portland Maine combining urban parks and waterfront is best enjoyed during the spring or fall for comfortable temperatures and fewer crowds, though summer offers full amenities at East End Beach. Always plan your transitions carefully, as not all connecting segments are off-road.
Trail details
- Distance: 9.6 miles (15.5 km)
- Elevation gain: 211 feet (64 metres)
- Difficulty: easy
- Estimated time: 55 minutes
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