Central Aroostook Farm Trail
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.
Our recommended breakfast at Farms Bakery
118 Bennett Drive #110, Caribou, ME 04736
Start off your day at Farms Bakery, where you can get delicious baked goods, sandwiches, and more!
15 min drive to Gromaine
Next stop – Gromaine LLC
12 Margison Road, Woodland, ME 04736
Gromaine was founded by two brothers who descended from six generations of Maine farmers. They provide organic, sustainably grown lettuce and leafy greens to select Maine restaurants, specialty grocers, and directly to consumers.
Contact: (207) 272-6844; tristan.noyes@gromaine.com
Call or email for information before visiting the farm, or check out their online store.
5 min drive to McElwain’s Strawberry Farm
Then – McElwain’s Strawberry Farm
711 Sweden Street, Caribou, ME 04736
McElwain’s Strawberry Farm features pre-picked and U-pick strawberries, generally sold between late-June and most of July. They also have a farm stand selling a variety of vegetables including pumpkins, squash, cucumbers, sweet corn, string beans, and tomatoes.
Contact: (207) 498-8276; fmcelwai@maine.rr.com
Hours: Monday thru Saturday – 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM; to guarantee hours they recommend you either call ahead, check their website, or check their Facebook page (all updated daily).
5 min drive to Par & Grill
Lunch at Par & Grill
6 Carroll Street, Caribou, ME 04736
Head over to Par & Grill for lunch at this full-service restaurant featuring a full swing golf simulator.
10 min drive to Goughan’s Berry Farm
Goughan’s Berry Farm
875 Fort Fairfield Road, Caribou, ME 04736
Goughan’s Berry Farm has something for everyone, every season of the year. They have a corn maze, maple syrup, greenhouses, strawberries, mini-golf, petting barn, kiddie rides, farmer’s market, pumpkins, Christmas trees and wreaths, and a dairy bar.
Contact: (207) 498-6565; goughanfarms@yahoo.com
Hours: Monday thru Saturday – 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Sunday – 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
10 min drive to Circle B Farms
After lunch – Circle B Farms
287 East Presque Isle Road, Caribou, ME 04736
Circle B Farms, located along the Aroostook River, specializes in their apple and blueberry orchards, and vegetables. They feature pre-picked or U-pick, fresh or frozen, or at your local grocery store. They also supply the Farm to School program, restaurants, local farm stands, hospitals, and more.
Contact: (207) 498-8238; circlebfarms04@hotmail.com
Hours: Open year-round but hours change seasonally; call or check their website for updated hours
10 min drive to Micmac Farms
Micmac Farms
1353 Presque Isle Road, Caribou, ME 04736
Micmac Farms is a family farm that grows and produces healthy foods, planting over 4-acres of vegetables a year, and owns a hatchery home to 53,000 Maine brook trout. They offer free tours of the farm and aquaculture facility, by appointment or walk-in appointments during their hours.
Contact: (207) 493-1269; jpelkey@micmac-nsn.gov
Hours: Monday thru Wednesday – 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Thursday and Friday – 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday – Closed
Call to confirm hours
25 min to Knot II Bragg Farm
Knot II Bragg Farm
469 New Dunn Town Road, Wade, ME 04786
Knot II Bragg is a small farm devoted to the practice, lore, and culture of herbalism in the County.
Contact: (207) 455-8386; knotiibragg@outlook.com
Hours: Tuesday thru Saturday – 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM by appointment, June 1 thru Oct 31st
20 min drive to Mascoto’s
Dinner at Mascoto’s
6 Center Street, Caribou, ME 04736
Finish off your day at Mascoto’s for a relaxing Italian meal.
Activity Alternatives
Packing Checklist
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.
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Fun Facts
Caribou became a point for immigrants from Sweden to settle around 1870, causing agriculture to flourish in the area.
During this period, Caribou became the largest potato shipping hub in the world.
Agriculture in Aroostook County is such a major factor in its culture that the County holds the annual Maine Potato Blossom Festival and holds the Potato Queen Pageants.
