From the Friends of the West River Trail Lower Section Steering Committee:
We have been working to resolve a misunderstanding at the Rice Farm Road Trailhead area, where no trespassing signs have been posted for the last several months. We have researched the issue and recently sent letters in our effort towards resolution of the misunderstanding. We will post updates on the website as we have new information.
Feel free to email us with questions or comments at lowersection@westrivertrail.org. Thank you.
To view the letters, click on the links below.
Friends of the West River Trail Letter to Melvin Mayo 5-14-15
West River Trail Ownership Questions Legal Letter 2-11-15
THE WEST RIVER TRAIL 
I wonder about the current status of this disagreement with the Mayo property owner. It sounds like the problem regards parking at the trailhead. We expect to use the trail in January 2016 and may want to spot cars.
Dear John G,
We cannot say for sure that the parking area will be available, as Mr. Mayo has in the past placed barriers there. We remove the barriers when we become aware of them. Parking along the east side of Rice Farm Rd, across from the trailhead, is an option for you. Thanks for being in touch. We welcome questions and comments. Let us know if you encounter any concerns when using the trail.
Kathleen
Friends of the West River Trail Steering Committee