Saint Agatha, Maine
Acadian village on Long Lake
Overview
Saint Agatha sits along Route 162 with camps, cottages, and farms overlooking Long Lake. Winter brings riders to the snowmobile trail network, while summer focuses on boating, fishing, and lakefront lodging.
Key Facts
Population 730
Region Aroostook County
County Aroostook
Founded 1899
Nearest City Madawaska (15 mins)
Town Office
Visit official website
What Saint Agatha Is Known For
Saint Agatha Local Highlights
Long Lake views
Wide open vistas toward New Brunswick and the St. John Valley hills.
Acadian heritage
French and English are both common; festivals and churches reflect local culture.
Snowmobile hub
ITS trails cross town, linking to Van Buren, Madawaska, and Fort Kent.
Things to Do
1
Boat or fish Long Lake
Launch for salmon, trout, and long summer days on the water.
2
Ride ITS trails
Use local trailheads for long-distance sled trips across the Valley.
3
Scenic drive
Follow Route 162 for lake overlooks and access to Sinclair and Frenchville.
Living in Saint Agatha
Saint Agatha is small, bilingual, and lake-focused. Residents visit Madawaska, Fort Kent, or Edmundston, NB for major shopping and healthcare.
Weather & Seasons
summer
Mild, 60-75 F
winter
Cold, -5 to 20 F with deep snow
spring
Cool, 35-55 F with late melt
fall
Crisp, 35-60 F with lake foliage
How to Get There
Route 162 connects to US-1 in Sinclair; nearby border crossings are in Madawaska and Van Buren.
Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.
Satellite preview
Saint Agatha outline
Key Facts
Population
730
Region
Aroostook County
County
Aroostook
Founded
1899
Nearest City
Madawaska (15 mins)
Town Office
Visit official website