Trappers Trail

Trappers Trail is a short, easy hike in Maine's Hirundo Wildlife Refuge, managed by a non-governmental organization. The trail is about 0.6 miles long and rises only about 10 feet, so it's a gentle walk that works well as a quick stop or a warm-up before exploring more of the refuge. The route is an out-and-back, with the high point at about 170 feet and the low at about 137 feet. The climb is back-loaded, and the steepest stretch comes at about 0.36 miles in, with a grade of about 3 percent. The total gain and loss over the full route are each about 67 feet. Summer is the most comfortable time to go. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in Old Town show July highs around 79°F with lows near 56°F, while winter highs stay in the 20s and 30s. Several other trails start close by. Needle and Leaf Trail is about 0.1 mile away, Beech Trail about 0.2 mile, Hemlock Trail about 0.3 mile, and Lady Slipper Trail about 0.4 mile.