Brownfield, Maine
Saco River valley with mountain views and music heritage
Overview
Brownfield sits south of Fryeburg along the Saco River. The town draws visitors for paddling trips, mountain hikes, and concerts at Stone Mountain Arts Center. Open fields and distant peaks give it classic frontier-to-mountain scenery.
Key Facts
Population 1,600
Region Maine Lakes & Mountains
County Oxford
Founded 1802
Nearest City Fryeburg (15 minutes)
Town Office
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What Brownfield Is Known For
Brownfield Local Highlights
Stone Mountain Arts Center
An acclaimed barn-style venue hosting national musicians in the foothills.
River recreation
Saco River camps and launches popular for summer canoe trips.
Burnt Meadow Mountain
A local hike with sweeping views toward Mount Washington on clear days.
Things to Do
1
Catch a show
See live music at Stone Mountain Arts Center year-round.
2
Paddle the Saco
Enjoy gentle floats between nearby campgrounds and take-outs.
3
Hike Burnt Meadow
Climb the blue-blazed trail for a half-day mountain outing.
Living in Brownfield
Brownfield offers rural homes and camps with services in Fryeburg or North Conway. Tourism peaks in summer and during concert nights.
Weather & Seasons
summer
Warm, 70-82 F
winter
Cold, 5-25 F with steady snow
spring
Cool and muddy, 38-55 F
fall
Crisp, 45-60 F with mountain foliage
How to Get There
Route 160 runs north-south through town; US-302 in Fryeburg provides access to Portland and New Hampshire.
Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.
Satellite preview
Brownfield outline
Key Facts
Population
1,600
Region
Maine Lakes & Mountains
County
Oxford
Founded
1802
Nearest City
Fryeburg (15 minutes)
Town Office
Visit official website