Morse Cove
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What You Need to Know
- No camping permitted
- No fires permitted
- Carry out all trash (see details)
- Keep pets under control
- Please leave no trace
- Respect privacy of preserve neighbors
Why we Care
A View to Protect
Step onto Morse Cove and discover a serene coastal setting to enjoy a relaxing picnic while you scan the surrounding landscape for resident wildlife. From waterfowl enjoying Penobscot Bay to characterful old apple trees dotting the landscape, this 4.5 acre preserve is a scenic destination worth preserving.
Features
How to Get There
From the junction of Route 166 and Route 1 in Orland, follow Route 166 south for 9.9 miles. Stay right at an intersection with Route 166A and continue on Route 166 another 0.2 mile to the small preserve parking area on the right.
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Click on trails and landmarks to learn more about what Morse Cove has to offer.
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Field Notes
Getting to Know Morse Cove
The Path to Conservation
The property was generously donated by Bruce Gould and Kathleen McClory to MCHT in 2022.
On the Cove
The Morse Cove Preserve consists of 4.5 acres on a high point near its namesake, a small embayment just south of where the Penobscot River empties into Penobscot Bay. This land sits high with steep slopes from its relatively level upland down to the sandy and mudflat shores on the cove. The surrounding tidal waters are frequented by waterfowl and wading birds, while the uplands attract an assortment of migratory and resident songbirds.
The vegetation, once part of an old farmstead, is mostly early successional and includes several old apple trees. There are some parts that were formerly meadows or fields, and have little undergrowth, allowing for views out to the ocean through the trees. Remains of a stone foundation and a dug well are the remaining signs of the more recent human story of the land.
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Deepening Our Connections to Nature and One Another
Our stories remind us why we commit ourselves to the work of conservation. Here in Maine, nature is still big and bold enough to remind us that we are part of it. We want to make sure this remains true.
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Help Us Take Care of the Preserve
This preserve belongs to all of us; that’s why it’s important to leave as little trace as possible when you visit.
To do that, please:
- Carry out all trash
- Carry out all pet waste
- Carry out all human waste (including toilet paper)