Rt 27 Connector
- 0.2 mi
- round trip
- 62 ft
- climb
- Mixed
- surface
- Out and back
- route
- Aug–Sep
- best months
The Rt 27 Connector serves as a short linking trail in Maine's mountain biking network, offering an easy ride suitable for beginners and those looking for a gentle warm-up. This brief out-and-back route features mixed surface conditions that provide a taste of varied terrain without overwhelming newer riders. At just 0.16 miles, it's perfect for skill building or connecting to longer trail systems in the area. The green circle rating makes it accessible to families and riders developing their confidence on mixed surfaces.
Best time to go · Aug–Sep
Best time to visit Rt 27 Connector
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.
Jan
23° / 4°
12 wet
Feb
26° / 5°
10 wet
Mar
35° / 14°
12 wet
Apr
47° / 28°
12 wet
May
62° / 40°
14 wet
Jun
71° / 50°
14 wet
Jul
77° / 55°
14 wet
Aug
76° / 53°
12 wet
Sep
68° / 46°
11 wet
Oct
54° / 35°
13 wet
Nov
40° / 25°
13 wet
Dec
29° / 14°
14 wet
Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Long Falls Dam, ME, 10.7 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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