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Welcome to York Parks & Recreation

The mission of the York Parks and Recreation Department (YPRD) is to promote health and wellness of families and the community in all of its diversity. The Parks division is responsible for the operations and maintenance of public buildings and grounds, parks, beaches, recreation facilities and all athletic fields. The Recreation division offers a wide variety of comprehensive community enrichment programs, popular camps, and tremendously successful and well attended events for participants of all ages. Collectively, we are committed to building a vibrant community and our citizens of tomorrow.

Mt. Agamenticus

Since 1999 conservation work at Mount Agamenticus has focused on protecting the natural resources of the area by managing recreational use, remediating trails and habitats, and educating the public.

Thanks to the collaborative conservation efforts of many partners, volunteers, and donors, Mount A has become a wonderful place for the local community to enjoy the outdoors, experience its scenic beauty, and to appreciate its significance as one of “Maine’s Last Great Places.”

Wild & Scenic River System Kayak Trips

Trips are free, but registration is required

Explore the upper reaches of the York River and Smelt Brook. Trips launch from the Scotland Bridge boat ramp and paddle upstream to experience the beautiful salt marsh and estuary. Each trip will include basic paddling instruction as well as education on the ecology of the York River and surrounding landscape. All necessary equipment will be provided. If you would like to use your own equipment, please let us know prior to the day of the trip. No paddling experience necessary.
Ages 14 and up

Trip Dates
Friday, October 18th - 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Registration

Wednesday, October 23rd 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (Sunset Paddle) Registration

The Action Kayak Trip - Ages 12-18

Sunday, October 20th - 1:00pm-3:00pm

Explore the upper reaches of the York River and Smelt Brook. We will launch from the Scotland Bridge boat ramp and paddle upstream to experience the beautiful salt marsh and estuary. This trip will include basic paddling instruction as well as education on the ecology of the York River and surrounding landscape. All necessary equipment will be provided. If you would like to use your own equipment, please let us know prior to the day of the trip. No paddling experience necessary.