Sheepscot River
The Griggs Preserve is a peaceful wildlife area located in
Newcastle, ME, fronting the Sheepscot River. While lacking the
views of some other midcoast Maine cache spots, it is a tranquil
area for hiking and wildlife viewing. The main trail (white blazes)
loops 1.5 miles across this 56-acre parcel of huge pines, stone
walls, and woodpecker hideouts. Another ½ mile of trails pass
through natural springs and bogs. You'll also see the Central Maine
Railroad skirting the river--hence the name of the cache--but
please be a safe geocacher and stay away from the tracks.
Directions to the preserve: From Wiscasset, take Route 1 North
about 2 miles and take a left at the top of the hill onto Cochran
Road (look for Skip Cahill’s Tires). Proceed about one mile and
take left onto Trails End Road (marked with a private driveway
sign). The winding road leads to the parking lot on your left
(before the bridge). Please keep all cars in the parking lot and
respect our neighbors.
Cache is 5-cup plastic container with a blue lid, filled with
goodies for young and old.
Good luck and have fun!