Construction of the Aroostook Valley Railroad began in 1909, with tracks running from Washburn to Presque Isle. Branch lines were later added, serving the localities of New Sweden, Carson, and Caribou. At its peak, the AVR owned fewer than 32 miles of mainline track, making one round trip between Presque Isle and Caribou. The AVR was eventually abandoned and closed in 1996. Aroostook Valley Trail is a 28 mile trail that connects the towns of Presque Isle, Caribou, Washburn, Woodland, and New Sweden. Riders will find a gravel surface trail that is open to multiple use, year round. Scenery varies from open fields to deep woods, and meanders along many streams and the Aroostook River. Most of this trail is very remote and riders should be prepared for a backcountry experience. Enjoy the trail and please remember it is multi-use; motorized users must yield to non-motorized and please demonstrate courtesy and ethics to all trail users as well as abutting landowners.