Parks and Places

21 Mount Agamenticus
York, ME  03909

Featuring thousands of acres of unfragmented forest and 40 miles of trail, Mt Agamenticus provides vital opportunities for conservation and recreation.  Standing at 692 feet, it offers breath-taking panoramic views of distant mountain ranges, inland ponds, and the seacoast area. Popular activities include hiking, bird watching, mountain biking, cross country skiing and picnicking. Trail head parking is located at the bottom of the access road, or you can drive to and park at the summit.  Once at the summit you will find observation decks, picnic tables, the Learning Lodge, and access to a network of nature trails.  More detailed information about Mount Agamenticus and a trail map can be found here:  http://www.agamenticus.org/ Mount Agamenticus has a carry-in, carry-out policy and no trash receptacles are available.

PARKING: Free – Summit, base and at some trail heads

HOURS: Dawn to Dusk

AMENITIES:

• Trail maps
• Picnic tables
• Learning Lodge open weekends, 11:00am – 3:00pm, Memorial Day to Columbus Day weekend
• Portalets at summit and base

11 Sohier Park Road
York Beach, ME  03910

Sohier Park is the gateway to the famous Nubble Lighthouse, the most photographed lighthouse in the world.  Sightseeing, picnics, scuba diving, and fishing are some of the things enjoyed in the park.  Benches around the park provide a place for sightseers to relax and enjoy the views.  A Welcome Center houses public restrooms and a newly expanded and renovated gift shop.  Sales at the gift shop support the upkeep of Sohier Park as well as the Nubble Lighthouse.  Parking in the park is free and allows for tour bus and trolley visits as well.  http://www.nubblelight.org/

PARKING: Free

AMENITIES:

• Public restrooms open daily from first weekend in May through Columbus Day
• Granite benches
• Grassy park for play, sunning, or picnics
• Scuba Diving (ordinance)
• Fishing
• Restaurant and take-out nearby
• Trash receptacles
• Seasonal gift shop

MAINTAINED BY:York Parks and Recreation (207) 363-1040

Located at the entrance to the York Beach square area, from Ridge Road, the York Beach Ball Field has a baseball/softball field and large grassy area toward the Church Street end of the field. Permit Parking surrounds this field with metered parking along Railroad Avenue and across the street, at an adjacent parking lot. Home to annual crafts fairs and other annual events, this field boasts two fenced dugouts, raised spectator benches and a powered concession stand with refrigerator.

Bog Road
York, ME 03909

Tucked away just the other side of I-95 are the Bog Road Fields and Benjamin Park Playground.  This park is home to two multipurpose athletic fields, a Little League baseball field and a playground aimed at 3-12 year olds.  A large gravel driveway and parking area is shared between the playground and fields.  A fully powered concession stand is on site with a refrigerator inside.  Currently under construction, a new multipurpose field and additional parking is planned for fall 2014.

PARKING: FREE

AMENITIES:

• Baseball Field
• Three multipurpose fields
• Picnic Tables
• Playground
• Portalets from spring to fall

MAINTAINED BY: York Parks and Recreation (207) 363-1040

200 US Route 1
York, ME  03909

Constructed on the bank of the York River, Goodrich Park, home of the Grant House, was donated to the Town of York by Mary Marvin Breckinridge Patterson, and is home to York Parks and Recreation Department’s offices.  This scenic location allows for picnics and passive recreation along the York River.  The public is welcome to enjoy the picnic table and grounds.  Some small Town committee meetings are held inside the River Room at the Grant House.  There is a large gravel driveway for parking, and a rough trail runs along the river behind the house.

PARKING: Free

HOURS: Office is open Monday – Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm

AMENITIES:

• Picnic table
• Short trail
• Public Restrooms when offices are open
• Boat launch opposite barn on York River Bridge, Route 1

MAINTAINED BY: York Parks and Recreation (207) 363-1040

York Street, Route 1A
York Harbor, ME  03911

Moulton Park is nestled just beyond York Village in York Harbor, this small neighborhood park is neighbor to St. George’s Episcopal Church and just across from York’s Art Association.  The park was donated by Gilman L. Moulton.  Home to years of “Art in the Park’ and Firemen’s Field Day events, this park has a large grassy area, many impressive specimen of trees, and a bench to rest on.  Parking is limited.

PARKING: Free

AMENITIES:

• Benches
• Picnic tables
• Grassy park with trees and shade
• Nearby gallery

MAINTAINED BY: York Parks and Recreation (207) 363-1040

York Street, Route 1A
York Harbor, ME  03911

Also known as Hartley Mason Park, this large 4-acre seaside park sets above York Harbor Beach and allows breathtaking views of the ocean and York Harbor Beach.  Hartley W. Mason donated this land to the Town of York and the park was opened to the public in 1993.  The park is located directly across from the York Harbor Inn and is the backdrop for many weddings.  Benches are nestled throughout the grounds and allow for visitors to enjoy the views and shady trees.  The park is overseen by the Hartley Mason Board of Trustees.

PARKING: Posted 2-Hour Parking along Route 1A/York Street

AMENITIES:

• Benches
• Scenic Fishermen’s Walk to York Harbor Beach
• Walking distance to Public Restrooms at York Harbor Beach
• Directly across from Pub/Restaurant/Inn
• May be reserved for weddings – call Jeffrey McConnell, Hartley Mason Reserve Trustee (207-363-5494) for details and costs.

RESERVATIONS: Contact Jeffrey McConnell jmcconne@maine.rr.com or 207-363-5494

OVERSEERS: Hartley Mason Board of Trustees

MAINTAINED BY: York Parks and Recreation (207) 363-1040

Ellis Park and Short Sands Beach is owned by the Town of York and managed by a private Board of trustees known as the Ellis Park Committee. While the Committee has oversight of the park the Town has a shared responsibility to manage and maintain park facilities.

Working cooperatively, the goal of the Town and Park Trustees is to make the park the very best it can be for the enjoyment of residents and visitors alike. For additional information or to offer suggestions please call the Parks and recreation Department at 207-363-1040 or email parks-rec@yorkmaine.org

Restroom Facilities

The Park has a new, modern restroom facility which opened in June of 2014. The Parks and Recreation Department is responsible for managing the facility which is open from May 1^st through Columbus Day weekend. The schedule and hours of operation are as follows;

May 1^st through June 15^th, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM

June 16^th through September 15^th, 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM

September 16^th through October 15^th, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Schedule may be extended, weather permitting

The Cliff Walk is currently closed due to hazardous conditions created by the recent storms.