Jackson, Maine
Hilltop farms north of Belfast
Overview
Jackson sits on high ground between the coast and the Kennebec Valley. Open fields, dairy farms, and small sugarhouses line Route 7, while gravel backroads link to Dixmont and Monroe. Residents shop in Belfast or Newport and enjoy sweeping sunsets from hilltop barns.
Key Facts
Population 610
Region Midcoast Maine
County Waldo
Founded 1818
Nearest City Belfast (20 minutes)
What Jackson Is Known For
Jackson Local Highlights
Rolling farmland
Pastures and hayfields stretch across the ridges.
Maple sugaring
Local producers boil sap each March on backroad farms.
Elevated views
Hilltops provide long looks toward the coast and interior.
Things to Do
1
Drive the ridge roads
Loop Routes 7 and 220 for foliage and farm scenery.
2
Visit sugarhouses
Sample syrup during spring open houses.
3
Bike quiet backroads
Low-traffic routes toward Brooks and Monroe suit gravel rides.
Living in Jackson
Scattered homes and farms with no major commercial strip; groceries are in Belfast or Newport. Expect windy winters, snow-packed dirt roads, and strong agricultural roots.
Weather & Seasons
summer
Warm, 68-80 F
winter
Cold and snowy, 8-28 F
spring
Cool, 40-58 F with mud season
fall
Crisp, 45-60 F and vivid foliage
How to Get There
Route 7 connects Jackson to Belfast and Newport; Route 220 links to Brooks and Thorndike.
Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.
Satellite preview
Jackson outline
Outdoor Recreation
Key Facts
Population
610
Region
Midcoast Maine
County
Waldo
Founded
1818
Nearest City
Belfast (20 minutes)