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Aroostook State Park Conditions & Activities
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Park Events
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Park Location and Hours
Off U.S. Route 1 south of Presque Isle on Echo Lake. Lat 46.615453 / Lon -68.008184
Park Hours: Open all year; 9:00 a.m. to sunset daily unless otherwise posted at the gate. Visitors may continue to enjoy the park during the off season by parking outside the gate, - without blocking it - on the days it is closed, and walking in during these same hours. Please be aware that facilities are closed during the off season.
Fee collected year-round at entry booth by staff or self-service station. Cash or check only, no credit cards accepted.
Winter Activites
Aroostook State Park offers excellent maintained trails for classical cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. The trail system has a warming hut, away from the parking lot, allowing the users a chance to rest and meet new friends next to the fire.
Cross-country Skiing +
- Groomed 15 mile ski trail system offers a wide variety of skiing for all skill levels.
- Grooved double set track weave through distinctive Aroostook County forest and farm land areas, allowing visitors a chance to explore all the Park's winter beauty.
- A warming hut is located at the intersection of the Maze and Red Pine Trails.
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Snowshoeing +
- Packed 6 mile snowshoe trail offers a vigorous trek to the top of Quaggy Jo Mountain.
- A flagged 1/2-mile snowshoe spur trail has been added to the warming hut on the ski trail.
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Sliding +
- For those young at heart, use the plastic sleds provided or bring your own, a sliding hill near the Park entrance is packed and ready for a quick run down memory lane.
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Ice Skating +
- An ice skating rink is on the lake. It is generally open but conditions may vary after snow storms and warm temperatures.
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Winter Camping +
- Winter camping is allowed, however contact the park staff prior to your visit to make arrangements (207) 768-8341.
- If you are looking for warmer accommodations check out visitAroostook.com for a list of local businesses.
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