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Belfast Rail Trail – Downtown Belfast loop from Belfast

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Maine

Waldo County

Belfast Rail Trail – Downtown Belfast loop from Belfast

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(6221)

15,514

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Belfast Rail Trail – Downtown Belfast loop from Belfast

00:48

12.2km

120m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 18, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.44 km

City Point Station – Belfast & Moosehead Lake Railroad

Highlight • Historical Site

This historic train line is operated by the non-profit Brooks Preservation Society. You can ride along in 100+ year old train cars throughout the year. Different seasons offer unique themes such as Halloween & Christmas trains.

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5.55 km

Belfast Rail Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This crushed-gravel trail runs alongside the Passagassawakeag River. It's built on the railbed of what used to be the Belfast & Moosehead Lake Railroad, and is well-suited for walking, running, …

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7.90 km

Start of Hawthorne Hike

Highlight • Trail

This is the typical starting point for the Hawthorne Hike, a walk through the streets of downtown Belfast that traces the shape of an elephant, tusk and all. The trail …

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8.12 km

Downtown Belfast

Highlight • Settlement

Belfast is a seaport at the the mouth of the Passagassawakeag River estuary on Belfast and Penobscot Bays that has a rich history that is reflected in architecture and many …

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8.53 km

Harbor Walk

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Harbor Walk allows runners and walkers to pass along the shore of the harbor in downtown Belfast. It connects to the Belfast Rail Trail on one end and runs through Heritage Park on the other.

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12.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.59 km

3.12 km

1.62 km

1.27 km

414 m

121 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.13 km

3.35 km

3.04 km

521 m

124 m

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Sunday 7 June

18°C

11°C

48 %

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Belfast Rail Trail – Downtown Belfast loop from Belfast

City Point Station – Belfast & Moosehead Lake Railroad

Belfast Rail Trail

Start of Hawthorne Hike

Downtown Belfast

Harbor Walk

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