Aroostook State Park Conditions & Activities

Temporary Park Closure Alert - Aroostook and Cobscook State Parks are temporarily closed due to in-process infrastructure improvements. A reopening date has not been determined, and the hope is to reopen before the end of the 2025 camping season. These park enhancements include the construction of new bathroom facilities and modernized, accessible amenities, as well as underground water and utility upgrades. These investments reflect the Bureau of Parks and Lands’ commitment to providing high-quality recreational spaces while preserving the natural beauty of these popular outdoor destinations. We hope you will visit nearby destinations including other Maine State Parks—some helpful destination planning resources include BPL Park Search, State Park Campgrounds, VisitMaine-Camping, and Maine Trail Finder. For the latest updates sign up for the Park Alerts. For Aroostook, text AROO to 888-514-7527. For Cobscook text COBS to the same number.

Park & Trail Conditions

February 18, 2025 | After the recent snows that we received, the trail conditions for skiing have been resurrected. Most trails have been groomed with set track. The conditions are great. We will be out grooming today to take care of some of the snow drifting that is taking place. The snowshoe trails are open and ready to be explored. Please be advised, that we do not allow snowshoers, walkers, or dogs on any of the ski trails. Thank you for your consideration. The sliding hill is not open, due to slush on the lake. The Maine State Ski and Snowshoe Trailer will be here on February 28th and March 1st, from 10am to 2pm. Equipment sign-out for onsite use, will be loaned out with the park admission fee. We are not open for winter camping and will not be accepting reservations during the 2025 camping season. We will open the campground once our new shower house project is completed.

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Park Events

    No programs currently scheduled.

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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