Chandler Brook Preserve - North Yarmouth, ME
Chandler Brook Preserve – Dog-Friendly Trails in North Yarmouth, Maine
Chandler Brook Preserve offers expansive, pet-friendly trails in North Yarmouth, Maine, making it a favorite destination for dog owners and outdoor enthusiasts. The preserve features wide, generally level walking paths through open fields and wooded areas, perfect for group walks, hiking with dogs, and enjoying the quiet beauty of this hidden gem. Most trails are well-maintained, though some wooded sections may be muddy or have downed trees after wet weather. The open field provides sunny exposure, while the woods offer a cool respite with patches of welcome shade.
This dog park in North Yarmouth stands out for its dog-friendly policies—dogs are allowed on leash or under voice control. There are benches scattered around the trails for resting, and waste stations with dog poop bags and a trash can at the trailhead help you keep the park clean. Chandler Brook itself is a highlight, giving dogs the chance to splash and play in the water. With its natural setting, Chandler Brook Preserve is perfect for those seeking relaxed, off-leash adventures and dog-friendly hiking in Maine.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are dogs allowed off-leash at this park? Yes, dogs are allowed off-leash if under voice control, or they may be on leash.
- What are the park’s leash requirements? Dogs may be on leash or under voice control; responsible off-leash behavior is expected.
- Are poop bags or waste stations provided? Yes, dog poop bags and a trash can are available at the start of the trail.
- Are there benches or seating areas for owners? Yes, there are benches scattered along the trails.
- Is there shade or shelter available? There is natural shade in the wooded portions of the trails.
- Are there walking or hiking trails connected to the park? Yes, the preserve features several well-marked walking and hiking trails through fields and woods.
- Is there a swimming area or pond for dogs? Yes, dogs can enjoy splashing and playing in Chandler Brook.
- Is the park muddy after it rains? Some trail sections, especially in the woods, can become muddy after wet weather.
Reviews
This was a nice, generally level, easy trail.
It is dog friendly, and we only encountered one dog, who was on leash. Dogs are allowed on leash or by voice control.
There are dog poo bags available at the start of the trail, as well as a trash can. The map is also at the start, and marks the trails by color. I’ve given the trail a 4 out of 5 because while it was generally an easy trail, you have to stick to the wide trails. There are small trails (either animal made or maybe people “off roading”) that are misleading. Stay on the well trodden, wide trails. I think it could be useful to mark the trails with colors or signs to help hikers.
The field was nice, and the wood portions were a nice respite from the sun in the open field. The dogs enjoyed the creek. There are also some benches scattered around, but not consistently. They are nice benches!
This was a nice, generally level, easy trail.
It is dog friendly, and we only encountered one dog, who was on leash. Dogs are allowed on leash or by voice control.
There are dog poo bags available at the start of the trail, as well as a trash can. The map is also at the start, and marks the trails by color. I’ve given the trail a 4 out of 5 because while it was generally an easy trail, you have to stick to the wide trails. There are small trails (either animal made or maybe people “off roading”) that are misleading. Stay on the well trodden, wide trails. I think it could be useful to mark the trails with colors or signs to help hikers.
The field was nice, and the wood portions were a nice respite from the sun in the open field. The dogs enjoyed the creek. There are also some benches scattered around, but not consistently. They are nice benches!
This was a nice, generally level, easy trail.
It is dog friendly, and we only encountered one dog, who was on leash. Dogs are allowed on leash or by voice control.
There are dog poo bags available at the start of the trail, as well as a trash can. The map is also at the start, and marks the trails by color. I’ve given the trail a 4 out of 5 because while it was generally an easy trail, you have to stick to the wide trails. There are small trails (either animal made or maybe people “off roading”) that are misleading. Stay on the well trodden, wide trails. I think it could be useful to mark the trails with colors or signs to help hikers.
The field was nice, and the wood portions were a nice respite from the sun in the open field. The dogs enjoyed the creek. There are also some benches scattered around, but not consistently. They are nice benches!
This area is quite a hidden gem. Great place to stroll with kids and dogs (great place for them to run–yes, I mean both kids and dogs.)
This area is quite a hidden gem. Great place to stroll with kids and dogs (great place for them to run–yes, I mean both kids and dogs.)
This area is quite a hidden gem. Great place to stroll with kids and dogs (great place for them to run–yes, I mean both kids and dogs.)
Nice wide trails for walking in groups. Most of the trails are very well maintained, but some are quite overgrown. Great place to take dogs to run around and play in the brook.
Nice wide trails for walking in groups. Most of the trails are very well maintained, but some are quite overgrown. Great place to take dogs to run around and play in the brook.
Nice wide trails for walking in groups. Most of the trails are very well maintained, but some are quite overgrown. Great place to take dogs to run around and play in the brook.
Nice quiet area. Field trails are all clear, however the wood trails have a lot of trees down and mud holes to contend with.