Deblois, Maine
Blueberry ridges on Route 193
Overview
Deblois sits between Beddington and Cherryfield with sweeping blueberry fields and scattered homesteads. The Narraguagus River begins nearby, and dirt roads lead to small ponds and hunting areas. Services are in Cherryfield or Machias.
Key Facts
Population 74
Region Downeast & Acadia
County Washington
Founded 1852
Nearest City Cherryfield (15 minutes)
What Deblois Is Known For
Deblois Local Highlights
Blueberries
Commercial barrens that paint the landscape red each fall.
Headwater streams
Cold brooks feeding the Narraguagus River.
Quiet roads
Light traffic and wide-open skies along Route 193.
Things to Do
1
Scenic drive
Combine Route 193 with the Airline for a Downeast loop.
2
Bird and wildlife watching
Look for eagles and moose on the barrens and wetlands.
3
Hunt and fish
Access remote woods roads for deer, bear, and trout; see the /guides/fishing-guide for rules.
Living in Deblois
Deblois is sparsely populated; plan to travel for groceries and fuel. Seasonal berry trucking defines late summer traffic.
Weather & Seasons
summer
Cool, 60-75 F
winter
Cold, 5-25 F with snow
spring
Cool and damp, 38-55 F
fall
Crisp, 45-60 F with red barrens
How to Get There
On Route 193 north of Cherryfield and south of the Airline (Route 9).
Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.
Satellite preview
Deblois outline
Key Facts
Population
74
Region
Downeast & Acadia
County
Washington
Founded
1852
Nearest City
Cherryfield (15 minutes)