Down East Sunrise Trail
South St, Calais, ME 04619
87 miles of trails
Explore the shaded stretches of Maine's longest rail-trail in Calais, spanning 87 miles from Ellsworth. Leashed dogs appreciate parking and trash cans along the multi-use path. Pack bug spray for wooded areas.
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- Park
- Down East Sunrise Trail
- Type
- Trail
- Location
- Calais, Maine
- Coordinates
- 45.1839, -67.2772
- Trail miles
- 87
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (280 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 6.7 / 10 — Solid
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:No
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:No
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.7 from 280 reviewers
- · Real shade
- · 87 miles of trail
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Dog policy
87-mile multi-use rail-trail from Ellsworth to Calais. Leashed dogs welcome on Maine's longest rail-trail.
What this park has
- Shade
- Parking
- Trash cans
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