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Thorncrag Bird Sanctuary

This local landmark, originally known as the 'Crag,' was the 1800s home of the local Thorne family; encompassing over 300 acres, the property is now a protected wildlife preserve which provides habitat for a a wide variety of native, as well as endangered and uncommon, birds and wildlife.

Thorncrag is now used as a demonstration and workshop site for various civic groups and environmental educators; passive recreation is encouraged at the site, including birdwatching, picnicking, hiking, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, skating, and nature photography.

Visitors can walk the various trails with the help of a self-directed brochure, available from the Stanton Bird Club. Open until dusk; admission to Thorncrag is free to the public.

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Location	Monticello & Highland Spring R Lewiston Maine 04240
Phone	207-782-5238
Contact	Stanton Bird Club
Website	http://www.avcnet.org/stanton/thorncrg.htm 126) Rte. 126 brings you into Lewiston on Sabattus Street. Once in Lewiston you will see Hannaford's Supermarket on the right. Turn right there onto Highland Spring Road at the stone pillar with a Thorncrag sign on top. The Sanctuary is at the end of Highland Spring Road. You can park on the shoulder. THE BIRDS OF THORNCRAG ...