Big skies. Room to roam.

Things to Do in Aroostook County

A little fresh air, a new trail, a great local meal—or all three. Find your next northern Maine adventure.

Find your thing

6,828 sq. mi.
of possibility

Photo: Sunset over Beaver Pond, Aroostook National Wildlife Refuge · Keith Ramos / U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service

Make a day of it

Pick a direction. See where it takes you.

Start with the kind of day you want. Each guide has more places, details, and local links to help you plan.

Outside, all year

Trails, lakes & big woods

Find ski hills, hiking, paddling, fishing, wildlife, mountain biking, and wide-open spaces.

Explore recreation Ride the County

ATV trails

Connect with local clubs and trail networks for a ride through the County.

Plan an ATV ride Two wheels

Biking & rail trails

Browse rail trails, quiet roads, and routes for exploring on two wheels.

Find a bike route Winter mode

Snowmobiling

Get trail, club, and grooming resources for planning a winter ride.

Explore snowmobiling Take the scenic route

Parks & public lands

Visit state parks, wildlife refuges, and special places to get outside.

Browse parks Stories & culture

Museums & history

Meet the people, traditions, and history that make the County what it is.

Explore museums Come hungry

Eat something local

Find a table, try a County favorite, and make time for ployes.

See where to eat Happening nearby

Events & community

Look for festivals, suppers, races, and gatherings happening around the County.

Open the calendar Find your basecamp

Explore all 66 towns

Pick a community to start exploring and see what’s close by.

Find a town Get oriented

Maps & places

Browse County and community maps to help find your way around.

View the maps Stay a little longer

Places to stay

Find a hotel, inn, cabin, sporting camp, or other place to rest up.

Find a place to stay A glimpse of the County

Wildlife & photos

Take a look at the landscapes and wildlife found across northern Maine.

Browse the gallery

The County is big. Start anywhere.

Make your own kind of day.

Pick a town, find a trail, and leave a little room for the unexpected.

Explore the towns