Orient, Maine
East Grand Lake border village
Overview
Orient hugs the eastern shore of East Grand Lake with a small border crossing into New Brunswick. Camps and lodges line the waterfront, offering salmon and trout fishing, boating, and snowmobiling. Services come from Houlton or Danforth.
Key Facts
Population 156
Region Aroostook
County Aroostook
Founded 1856
Nearest City Houlton (35 minutes)
What Orient Is Known For
Orient Local Highlights
East Grand Lake
Clear water and renowned cold- and warmwater fishing.
Border gateway
Seasonal crossing to Fosterville, New Brunswick.
Four-season camps
Outfitters host anglers, snowmobilers, and paddlers year-round.
Things to Do
1
Fish East Grand
Troll for salmon and togue or chase bass along the coves.
2
Cross-country sledding
Use local ITS routes along the lake and toward Danforth.
3
Paddle the shoreline
Explore islands and quiet bays; check border rules when near Canada.
Living in Orient
Orient is camp-focused; residents travel to Houlton or Danforth for supplies. Expect lake-effect weather and busy summers on the water.
Weather & Seasons
summer
Mild, 65-78 F
winter
Cold, -5 to 20 F with heavy snow
spring
Cool, 35-55 F
fall
Crisp, 40-58 F with bright lakeside foliage
How to Get There
Follow US-1 south from Houlton or north from Danforth; border station connects to Route 122 in New Brunswick.
Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.
Satellite preview
Orient outline
Key Facts
Population
156
Region
Aroostook
County
Aroostook
Founded
1856
Nearest City
Houlton (35 minutes)