Alna, Maine
Sheepscot River villages and heritage rail
Overview
Alna stretches along the Sheepscot River north of Wiscasset. The village of Head Tide, its stone church, and the 1898 Head Tide Dam reflect the town’s river history. The volunteer-run Wiscasset, Waterville & Farmington Railway Museum offers steam train rides through fields and marshland, making Alna a hidden history stop in the Midcoast.
Key Facts
Population 720
Region Midcoast
County Lincoln
Founded 1794
Nearest City Wiscasset (10 minutes)
Town Office
Visit official website
What Alna Is Known For
Alna Local Highlights
Wiscasset, Waterville & Farmington Railway
A restored narrow-gauge line offering seasonal steam excursions and events.
Head Tide Historic District
A compact riverside village with 19th-century homes and a landmark church.
Sheepscot scenery
Tidal river views, marshes, and backroads connecting to Wiscasset and Newcastle.
Things to Do
1
Ride the steam train
Take a WW&F Railway excursion through Alna’s fields and woodlands.
2
River photography
Capture marsh light and historic Head Tide along the Sheepscot.
3
Midcoast day trip
Pair Alna with nearby Wiscasset, Damariscotta, and coastal villages.
Living in Alna
Alna offers rural Midcoast living with river views and quick access to Route 1 services in Wiscasset. Residents value its quiet pace, open land, and community rail volunteers.
Weather & Seasons
summer
Warm, 70-80 F
winter
Cold, 10-30 F with coastal moisture
spring
Cool and muddy, 40-55 F
fall
Crisp, 45-60 F with bright foliage along the river
How to Get There
Reach Alna from Route 218 north of Wiscasset; Route 1 access is about 10 minutes away.
Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.
Satellite preview
Alna outline
Key Facts
Population
720
Region
Midcoast
County
Lincoln
Founded
1794
Nearest City
Wiscasset (10 minutes)
Town Office
Visit official website