Plan Your Trip
The 87.9-mile Downeast Sunrise Trail passes through the woods, marshlands, and coastal villages of Hancock and Washington counties. Many users experience the trail by exploring one of its three segments: the Eastern, Central or Western trail segments. These segments are described on two individual maps available for download. There are many points of interest in each of the segments of the Down East Sunrise Trail.
Trail Maps
Who Uses the Trail
Bikers, Hikers, and Skiers
The Downeast Sunrise Trail has a gravel surface. For your comfort, we recommend riding at least 1.75-inch wide tires if you're biking. Keep in mind that some sections are sandier than others. Conditions may also vary with the seasons and weather.
Bicycle Shops
- Bar Harbor Bicycle Shop - Bar Harbor
- Southwest Cycle - Southwest Harbor
- Pat's Bike Shop - Brewer
- Rose Bicycle - Orono
ATVers and Snowmobilers
Several towns along the Sunrise Trail allow ATV/Snowmobile access to certain roads for trail users to take advantage of local services. See signage on the trail and follow information in towns for detailed information.
ATV Clubs
- Acadia Area ATVers - Hancock
- Airline Riders ATV Club - Eddington
- Downeast Trail Riders ATV Club - East Machias
- Machias Ridge Riders Trail Club - Machias
- Narraguagus Trail Riders - Cherryfield
- Sunrise Trail Riders ATV Club - Calais
Rentals
Crow's Nest Rentals LLC - Machias
Dining, Lodging & Entertainment
Hancock and Washington counties, home to some of the most beautiful scenery in the world, offer dining and accommodations for every taste and budget.
Hungry?
Camping
Cottonwood Campground
Columbia Falls, Maine | Mile 43 on the trail
RV hookups, cabins, tent sites, treehouse, side-by-side and e-bike rentals
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Friend and Friend
Ellsworth, Maine
Crow's Nest Rentals
Machias, Maine
Whitney's Tri-Town Marine
Maine