Benton Archives - Maine by Foot

Rotary Centennial and Peter Garrett Trails

22FebruaryadminBenton, Winslowpicnic tables, river, wheelchair accessible

This extended joined trail along the Kennebec River is beloved by locals and the subject of some fantastic wildlife photography posted on the Kennebec Messalonskee Trails Facebook page. The Rotary Centennial Trail is about 1.5 miles one way, while the Peter Garrett Trail (formerly the East Kennebec Trail), is about 0.7 miles, and ends at

Benton River Park

24MayadminBentonriver, wheelchair accessible

A gorgeous and easy trail along the Sebasticook River, with a big gazebo at the start surrounded by daffodils in springtime. Nothing to dislike here, except that it’s only 0.2 miles long one way! More info from Kennebec Messalonskee Trails. Directions: The trail is next to the Benton town office, at 1279 Clinton Avenue. Park