Located on Black Point Road next to Camp Ketcha, Libby River Preserve features woods and field trails and an observation deck overlooking the Libby River marsh, part of Scarborough Marsh.
Trails: 1.4 mile
Land: 90 acres
Open year round.
Leave no trace.
The Trails
1 mile
Access Trail, Lucy R. Sprague Memorial Trail
How to get there
Get directions to the trailhead location.
Activities
- Hiking, wildlife-watching, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing.
- Dogs must be leashed at all times to safeguard Camp Ketcha youth education and horseback riding programs.
- No biking. (Bikes are permitted on nearby Camp Ketcha trails).
- For the benefit of visitors and wildlife, no drones.
- Bowhunting is allowed only with SLT permission. Visitors are encouraged to wear blaze orange during hunting season. Hunting is not permitted on Sundays in Maine.
- Any collecting, foraging or commercial activity requires a permit from SLT. No exceptions.
Want to join others who help maintain these trails for the community?
The Land
90 Acres
Natural Features
Open fields, woods, wetlands, and wildlife. Abundant ferns and bird life, with over 80 bird species recorded. Views of the Libby River and Marsh.
History & Current Use
In 1996, SLT purchased 125 acres from the Larrabee family, who had a saltwater farm there for many years. 50 acres were deeded to the State of Maine to add to Scarborough Marsh. The remaining 75 acres became Libby River Preserve. In 1999, the Lucy R. Sprague Memorial Trail was created. Camp Ketcha generously provides a parking area and access trail to the Preserve. In 2007, Eagle Scout Bryant Shannon built the observation deck that overlooks Libby River marsh.
SLT has worked with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to create habitat for the state endangered New England cottontail, which they hope will return in the coming years.
SLT purchased this property with support from individuals and foundations.