Ashland, Maine
North Woods gateway at the edge of wilderness
Overview
Ashland sits at the edge of Maine's North Woods, the last substantial town before millions of acres of wilderness. This remote community maintains logging traditions, offers wilderness access, and embodies northern Maine frontier character.
Key Facts
Population 1,200
Region Aroostook County
County Aroostook
Founded 1862
Nearest City Presque Isle (50 miles), Millinocket (70 miles)
What Ashland Is Known For
Ashland Local Highlights
North Woods Gateway
Last town before vast wilderness areas.
Ashland Logging Museum
Preserving lumber industry heritage.
Wilderness Access
Gateway to Allagash, Baxter North Gate, and remote areas.
Snowmobiling
Excellent ITS trail network access.
Things to Do
1
Visit Ashland Logging Museum
Learn timber industry history and heritage.
2
Access Allagash Wilderness
Launch point for wilderness canoe trips.
3
Snowmobile
Extensive trail network through remote areas.
4
Fish remote waters
Brook trout in wilderness streams and ponds.
5
Explore North Woods
Hiking, camping, and wilderness adventure.
Living in Ashland
Ashland offers remote living for those seeking wilderness proximity. Very affordable housing, limited services, self-sufficient character required. Economy based on logging, seasonal recreation, and services. Harsh winters, remote location, tight-knit community. Appeals to outdoors people, loggers, and those seeking frontier lifestyle.
Weather & Seasons
summer
Warm but short, 68-82°F
winter
Extremely cold, -10 to 25°F
spring
Late, muddy, 32-55°F
fall
Brief but beautiful, 35-60°F
Local Wildlife & Nature
Moose (abundant) Black bears Lynx Brook trout
How to Get There
Route 11 is main north-south route. Route 163 west to Allagash. Remote location, 50 miles from Presque Isle, 150 from Bangor.
Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.
Satellite preview
Ashland outline
Key Facts
Population
1,200
Region
Aroostook County
County
Aroostook
Founded
1862
Nearest City
Presque Isle (50 miles), Millinocket (70 miles)