Land Use and Access

CMP's corridors are generally open to the public for a variety of recreational uses and are often used for agricultural, residential and commercial uses; however, special requirements and/or agreements may govern specific uses.

Snowmobiling and ATV Use

Many clubs possess licenses to ride snowmobiles and/or all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) in CMP's corridors. Organized snowmobile and ATV clubs licensed by the Maine Department of Conservation (MDOC) Bureau of Parks and Lands may apply for a trail license in CMP's corridors. The Bureau of Parks and Lands is currently working with clubs possessing MDOC licenses to obtain individual CMP licenses. All requests for new trails should be made to the Bureau of Parks & Lands.

In MPRP corridors undergoing construction, access to trails will be controlled according to the contractor's best judgment. Contractor representatives will work closely with local clubs to provide notifications and identify potential impacts. Every reasonable effort will be made to keep trails open through speed restrictions or detours, but it may be necessary to close trails to protect the safety of riders and workers alike. To view the most recent trail closures, click here.

If you have questions about how construction may impact your trails, please contact the Community Relations department.

Hiking, Bicycling, Hunting and Other Non-Motorized Uses

Hiking, bicycling, hunting and other non-motorized uses are generally allowed on CMP's fee-owned corridors, except where expressly prohibited. Abutting landowners may have reserved rights, such as agricultural rights, that may limit these activities. If you have a question concerning a specific area, contact CMP Real Estate Services at 1-800-876-3260.

Agricultural Use and Wood Harvesting

Special agreements need to be in place prior to using CMP's corridor for agricultural uses, including wood harvesting. Please contact contact CMP Real Estate Services at 1-800-876-3260 before harvesting wood on or adjacent to transmission line corridors. Wood harvesting work could result in personal injury, damage to the transmission lines, environmental damage or unauthorized timber trespass, and CMP wants to ensure that any wood harvesting work conducted on or near its corridors are performed in a safe and legal manner.

If you already have an agricultural agreement and are concerned about MPRP construction impacting your crops or timber, please contact the Community Relations department.

Commercial, Residential and Other Uses

If you would like to use CMP's corridors for commercial, non-commercial, residential or any other uses, please visit CMP's Website for more information or contact CMP Real Estate Services at 1-800-876-3260.