Cyr Plantation, Maine
St. John Valley fields north of Van Buren
Overview
Cyr Plantation borders Van Buren with open potato fields and spruce ridges. Snowmobile trails and farm roads provide access to the broader St. John Valley, while residents use Van Buren and Caribou for shopping.
Key Facts
Population 78
Region Aroostook
County Aroostook
Founded 1870
Nearest City Van Buren (5 minutes)
What Cyr Plantation Is Known For
Cyr Plantation Local Highlights
Agriculture
Potato and grain farms typical of the Valley.
Border scenery
Wide views across the St. John River into New Brunswick.
Trail access
ITS connectors run north-south along the Valley.
Things to Do
1
Ride the ITS
Snowmobile along the St. John Valley corridor toward Madawaska or Caribou.
2
Foliage and sunrise drives
Follow Route 1 for open-sky dawns and harvest views.
3
Bird the fields
Look for hawks, eagles, and migrating geese over farmland.
Living in Cyr Plantation
Cyr Plantation is purely rural; residents rely on Van Buren or Caribou for schools, groceries, and healthcare. Winters are long and windy.
Weather & Seasons
summer
Mild, 65-78 F
winter
Very cold, -15 to 15 F with deep snow
spring
Cool, 35-55 F
fall
Crisp, 40-58 F with field foliage
How to Get There
On US-1 north of Van Buren and south of Cyr Cove; Route 1A leads south toward Hamlin and Caribou.
Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.
Satellite preview
Cyr Plantation outline
Key Facts
Population
78
Region
Aroostook
County
Aroostook
Founded
1870
Nearest City
Van Buren (5 minutes)