Hunting
Hunting Guidelines
Mahoosuc Land Trust supports the region’s rich tradition of respectful public use of private land for recreation, including hunting. Some properties do not allow hunting due to restrictions imposed by donors of the land. Additionally properties with close proximity to residences may have additional special restrictions.
Please review the rules and details below, and call or email us with any questions.
Rules and Details
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All state and local laws must be followed. Links below.
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Shooting across established trails is prohibited.
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We recommend the use of non-lead ammunition. Lead-free ammunition is a requirement to hunt on Flint Mountain Wildlands.
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Motorized vehicles are not allowed for hunting.
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Target shooting is prohibited on all our properties.
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A free permit is required to hunt on Flint Mountain Wildlands.
Tree Stand Guidelines
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Prior written permission from MLT is required to place a deer stand.
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Use of nails, screws, or screw-in steps are not permitted.
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Stands must be labeled with your name and contact information.
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Stands may be placed one month prior to opening day and must be removed within one month of the end of hunting season.
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Any stands placed on the property outside of that timeframe will be removed without notice.
Where Can I Hunt?
Androscoggin River Islands
Hunting is allowed on island lands owned by MLT.
Androscoggin River Landings
Hunting is prohibited. River landings are small, recreational access points for kayaks, canoes, and drift boats.
Crooked River Headwaters (Greenwood to Bethel)
Hunting is allowed. Bear bait, bear traps, and bear hunting with dogs are not permitted. Landowner notification required for tree stand use and the stand must include the name of the hunter. Guide services and game cameras are not permitted without written permission. For permission, contact Bruce Barrett, brucewbb@icloud.com, 207-890-0750.
Flint Mountain Wildlands (Albany Township) Free Permit Required
Deer and game bird hunting is allowed. Moose, predator (including bear) hunting is forbidden. Trapping and snaring are forbidden.
Request free Flint Mountain Wildlands hunting permit at info@mahoosuc.org
Glassface Ledges Conservation Area (Rumford Center)
Hunting is allowed in the Glassface Ledges Conservation Area. The hiking trail to the Ledges is used throughout the year.
Intervale Gateway (Bethel)
Hunting is prohibited on the Intervale Gateway property due to proximity to residences and public road
McCoy-Chapman Forest (Gilead)
Hunting is prohibited on the McCoy-Chapman Forest property due to deed restrictions on the property.
Rumford Whitecap Mountain Preserve (including Ellis River Conservation Area and “Lots 36 and 37”), Rumford
Hunting is allowed, and guaranteed as a condition of funding from the Land for Maine’s Future program. The hiking trails are used throughout the year.
Scruton Family Tree Farm (Upton)
Hunting is allowed
Shelburne Riverlands (Shelburne, New Hampshire)
Hunting is allowed on the Shelburne Riverlands. Shelburne Riverlands is located entirely within the state of New Hampshire. Follow all local and NH state laws.-Hunting access is guaranteed as a condition of funding from the NH Land and Community Heritage Investment Program (LCHIP).
Stewart Family Preserve (Top of Puzzle Mountain, Newry)
Hunting is allowed. The hiking trails are used throughout the year.
Valentine Farm (Bethel)
Hunting is prohibited due to grantor restrictions in the transfers of this properties.