Maine · Mountain biking

Moose Pond Loop

0.5 mi
round trip
97 ft
climb
Mixed
surface
Out and back
route
Aug–Sep
best months

Moose Pond Loop is a short, easy mountain biking route in the Carrabassett Valley of Maine, managed by State Park and Recreation. The trail is a green circle, about 0.9 miles long when ridden out and back, with a total climb of about 97 feet. It's a compact, low-effort ride that works well for beginners, families or as a warm-up before heading to longer trails. The route passes through mixed terrain with a variety of surfaces, which adds a little texture to the ride without making it too demanding. The trail sits in woodland country, and riders can expect a peaceful outing with the chance to see wildlife along the way. Summer is the most comfortable time to ride. Typical averages from the nearby Long Falls Dam weather station show July highs around 77°F with lows near 55°F, while winter highs stay in the 20s. Several other trails start close by. Jabba The Hut and First Tracks are both about 0.1 mile away, and the Old Race Trail is a hiking option at a similar distance. Climbers can find Tufulio's Boulders about 4 miles off.

  • Best time to go · Aug–Sep

    Best time to visit Moose Pond Loop

    Best months: August–September. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      23° / 4°

      12 wet

    2. Feb

      26° / 5°

      10 wet

    3. Mar

      35° / 14°

      12 wet

    4. Apr

      47° / 28°

      12 wet

    5. May

      62° / 40°

      14 wet

    6. Jun

      71° / 50°

      14 wet

    7. Jul

      77° / 55°

      14 wet

    8. Aug

      76° / 53°

      12 wet

    9. Sep

      68° / 46°

      11 wet

    10. Oct

      54° / 35°

      13 wet

    11. Nov

      40° / 25°

      13 wet

    12. Dec

      29° / 14°

      14 wet

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Long Falls Dam, ME, 11.2 mi away at 1,160 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

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