Special Events on the Sunrise Trail

The Sunrise Trail is the perfect venue for school groups, clubs, charities and others to host races and other special events.

ATV Raffle 2025

July 2025

Tickets available at local businesses across Hancock and Washington counties. Support the trail and win big!

Ride-In & Picnic 2024

September 2024

Annual community ride-in and picnic. Members and trail users gather to celebrate another great season on the trail.

Trail Relay 2023

July 2023

102.7-mile relay race covering the full length of the Down East Sunrise Trail. Team finish celebration at the pool!

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Hosting an Event

How to Host Your Event

If your organization would like to host an event or activity on the trail, such as a trail ride or fundraiser, please download and complete the application below. Organizations or businesses that would like to host a special event or activity are required to obtain a Special Use or Conditional Use Permit from the Department of Conservation, Off-road Vehicle Division at least 4 weeks prior to the start of the event.

Special Use Permit Info

Permit Submission

Submit your completed application to:

Lana LaPlant-Ellis

Maine Department of Conservation

22 State House Station

Augusta, ME 04333-0022

(207) 287-5574

[email protected]

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