Madawaska, Maine
Maine's Most Northern Town
Overview
Madawaska sits at the very top of Maine. It is deeply connected to its Canadian neighbor, Edmundston, with many families living on both sides of the border. It is a stronghold of French Acadian culture and serves as a key industrial center with its paper mill.
Key Facts
Population 3,800
Region Aroostook
County Aroostook
Founded 1869
Nearest City Bangor (3.5 hours)
Town Office
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What Madawaska Is Known For
Madawaska Local Highlights
Acadian Festival
Maine's largest cultural festival celebrating Acadian heritage.
Four Corners Park
A destination park dedicated to long-distance motorcycle touring.
Paper Industry
Home to the Twin Rivers Paper Company mill.
French Heritage
A bilingual community with deep French roots.
Things to Do
1
Visit Four Corners Park
See the monument dedicated to the Southern California Motorcycle Association's tour.
2
Attend the Acadian Festival
Enjoy the tintamarre parade and traditional food in August.
3
Eat ployes
Try the traditional Acadian buckwheat pancake.
4
Ski at the Four Seasons Trail Association
Enjoy cross-country skiing and mountain biking.
5
Cross to Edmundston, NB
Visit the Canadian sister city across the bridge.
Living in Madawaska
Madawaska is a quiet, safe, and bilingual community. Winters are long but embraced with enthusiasm. The cost of living is very low.
Weather & Seasons
summer
Mild, 65-75°F
winter
Extreme cold, -10 to 20°F
spring
Late thaw, 40-55°F
fall
Colorful, 45-55°F
Local Wildlife & Nature
Moose Snowshoe Hare Lynx Deer
How to Get There
Madawaska is located on Route 1, about 20 minutes east of Fort Kent. It is the northernmost point of US Route 1.
Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.
Satellite preview
Madawaska outline
Outdoor Recreation
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to speak French?
No, everyone speaks English, but you will hear French spoken frequently in stores and restaurants.
Why do motorcyclists go there?
It is one of the four corners of the 'USA Four Corners Tour,' a long-distance riding challenge.
Key Facts
Population
3,800
Region
Aroostook
County
Aroostook
Founded
1869
Nearest City
Bangor (3.5 hours)
Town Office
Visit official website