This rugged 39-mile trail cuts through remote backcountry, much of it along private land. Seven designated campsites are located on the trail.  Please print a copy of the map (PDF format) when planning your trip.

Eastern Half of Trail - Northern Trailhead

The northern trailhead of the eastern half of the GLT is located in Grafton Notch State Park on Route 26. Here there is a large trailhead parking lot, where the Appalachian Trail meets Route 26, about 13 miles from Bethel, Maine.

Eastern Half of Trail - Southern Trailhead

The southern trailhead of the eastern half of the GLT is located just north of where Eddy Road meets Route 26 in Newry, Maine.

1) Travel approximately 4.7 miles North on Route 26 from Route 2 in Newry. There is a green street sign on the left, identifying Eddy Road.

2) The southern trailhead parking lot is on the right, across from Eddy Road.

Western Half of Trail - Southern Trailhead

By landowner agreement, there is no parking at this trailhead.  Follow the directions above for the Eastern Half - Southern Trailhead, then walk 0.6 mi. south on the shoulder of ME 26 to a sign for the Grafton Loop Trail.