Lobster Cove Meadow

Lobster Cove Meadow is one of three preserves in a network nature preserves that makes up Meadow Brook Conservation Area. Lobster Cove Meadow is comprised of 46.8 acres of wetlands, fields, and forested uplands, with 1.5 miles of easy and moderate walking trails.  Several of the trails lend themselves to jogging and cross country skiing, as well as hiking, bird watching, and botanical surveys.  Short sections of the trail are moderately steep, but the central trail along an old road offers an easy, multi-use out-and-back path that extends to the far end of Meadow Brook. The south end of that trail connects to Appalachee and Autumn View preserves via an historic trail just beyond the bridge. Please stick to the marked trail when accessing these preserves.

The three preserves that make up the Meadow Brook Conservation Area are exceedingly rich in wildlife. More than 140 species of migratory and nesting birds have been sighted, along with a variety of other creatures. Wildflowers adorn the meadow from spring to fall, attracting multitudes of butterflies.

In 1880 the stream traversing the wetlands between Lobster Cove Meadow and Autumn View was dammed, creating a large lake that was used for a thriving business harvesting, storing and selling ice. The ice works closed in 1907 but the dam remains in place to stabilize the water level and secure this critical part of the meadow’s outstanding wildlife habitat.

Parking at Lobster Cove Meadow is limited. Avoid blocking the private driveway near the entrance. Additional parking is available at Autumn View Preserve. Hunting is by permission only at Lobster Cove Meadow. Hunting and fishing are prohibited at Appalachee and Autumn View preserves. Dogs must be kept leashed at all times throughout all three preserves located in the Meadow Brook Conversation Area.

Directions to Lobster Cove Meadow: From the junction of Routes 27 and 96 in Boothbay Harbor, at the traffic light, take 96 and proceed about 0.3 mile to Eastern Avenue. Turn right on Eastern Avenue and in less than 0.1 mile, just past the convenience store, you will see a parking lot and a BRLT kiosk on your left. From the parking area follow the trail signs to the BRLT property. Please stay on the trail and respect the privacy of the abutting home owners.