Winter in Calais Itinerary
Itinerary
Note – we put some scheduled times in here just to give you some ideas. You can pick and choose what you want to do. Be sure to look at when they are open and if there are any COVID restrictions. In fact, it would probably be a good idea to call any that you plan to visit just to be on the safe side.
Winter in Calais Map
Winter. The time for good food, comfort, and warmth. For people looking to settle in to a cabin or lodging area, or whether embrace the cold and adventure outdoors this itinerary is perfect for you!
Day 1
9:00 AM Crumbs Cafe and Bake Shop
257 Main St
Calais, Maine 04619 | (207) 454-8995
Start the day with a warm cup of coffee paired with a delicious homemade baked good before the day’s adventures begin! This sit down cafe serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner that truly makes you feel as if you’re home away from home!
Sipayik Trail, ME 04467
This short 1.8 mile track is the best place to break out the cross country skiis or snowshoes. Burn off the breakfast calories and enjoy the crisp winter as you go along the trail. With views ranging from the Little River, Gleason Cove, Western Passage as well as the eastern side promising the Bay in New Brunswick, of St. Andrews and Deer Island.
1:00 PM Lunch at Jo’s Diner and Pizzeria
195 Main St Calais, Maine 04619 | (207) 454-8400
Stop at this family owned restaurant for your cozy fix! Ranging from a classic grilled cheese delight to a fresh dough pizza to satisfy those at home cravings, Jo’s Diner and Pizzeria will serve you well!
2:30 pm Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge
Located between Eastport and Calais along US Route 1 in the DownEast region, where in the winter, trailheads are directly off US Route 1
With more than 10 miles of trails and a wheelchair accessible trail Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge provides several options to continue the winter adventures. Whether sledding, using snowshoes, or cross country skiing these trails will leave you surrounded by the winter wonderland Maine’s nature has to offer.
End your day with Karen’s Diner and Korner Pub
439 Main St, Calais, ME 04619 | (207) 454-0500
Grab a drink, relax after a long winter day, and enjoy classic meals such as fish ‘n chips to end your outdoor adventure.
Packing List
The weather in Maine can be unpredictable. Therefore, here are some ideas to be prepared. Wear comfortable clothes and dress in layers, Maine is very casual, so you probably will not find any restaurants that require formal attire.
Spring/Summer/Fall: clothes, comfortable sneakers or hiking shoes for walking, sun hat, sunscreen, sweater or jacket, insect repellent, toiletries, and phone/camera
Winter: clothes (layers), ski pants highly recommended, winter boots, jacket, hats, scarves, gloves, warm socks, toiletries, and phone/camera. Please pack a helmet if you are participating in snowmobiling, skiing, or snowboarding
Fun Facts
Did you know…
The St. Croix River that runs through Calais rises and falls 25 feet each day and is pulled by the Atlantic Ocean into Passamaquoddy Bay.
Calais is the hometown to the first railroad built in the state, and was built in order to transport lumber.
Whitlocks Mill Light Lighthouse is used to this day consisting of a tower, keeper’s house, equipment shed, oil house, and bell house.