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Although cemeteries today are often viewed as strictly a repository for the dead, they have traditionally also been used as a public park. The historic relationship for cemeteries and open space is quite strong, and Evergreen Cemetery is a great example of this relationship. An extensive network of country lanes, paved roads, wooded trials and greenscapes invite the exploration of the cemetery on bike, foot and cross-country ski. At the far end of the developed cemetery, the ponds are a favorite spot for picnics. As the largest open space in Portland, the cemetery attracts a rich variety of avian life. Maine Audubon utilizes Evergreen Cemetery and its undeveloped woods for annual bird watching excursions.

Cemetery grounds are open from 8:00 am to 6:30 pm  each day, except for November to April when they close at 4:30pm. Utilizing Cemeteries for quiet recreation is encouraged by the City of Portland; however, we request your respectful consideration and use:

• Limit recreational use to walking, x-country skiing, and jogging.
• Please take ball, Frisbee, and other games to another park location
• Leave flowers, trees, and other plants for enjoyment of others
• Carry-in, carry-out trash
• In active cemeteries, such as Evergreen and Forest City, please be mindful of funeral services. Quietly and respectfully conduct your leisure in another part of the cemetery grounds.
• Treat gravestones with care and encourage children to do so as well, many are quite old and fragile.
• Dogs are prohibited in Western Cemetery, and Eastern Cemetery. Dogs are allowed in Evergreen and Forest City Cemeteries on a 25’ leash. Please respect graves and gravestones when walking pets. Scoop after your pet and carry out bagged waste.

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