Highlights of Smyrna Mills, Oakfield, and Island Falls
Itinerary Note
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.
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One-Day Itinerary
8:30 am: Start your day with a delicious breakfast at The Brookside Inn
2277 US-2, Smyrna, ME 04780 | (207) 757-8456
Open for breakfast, lunch, and supper, Saturday – Thursday , 7:00 am – 7:00 pm and Friday 7:00 am – 8:00 pm
[Travel Time to The Pioneer Place, U.S.A. : 2 minutes]
9:45 am: Shopping at The Pioneer Place, U.S.A.
2539 US-2, Smyrna Mills, ME 04780 | (207) 757-8984
This little Amish-owned store in Smyrna carries a wide variety of goods, from food items, to apparel, to tools, and so much more! Open Monday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm and Saturday 8:00 am-4:00 pm.
[Travel Time to Spring Break Maple Farms: 4 minutes]
10:45 am: Spring Break Maple Farms
3315 US-2, Smyrna Mills, ME 04780 | (207) 757-7373
Purchase your favorite Maine maple and honey products to take home with you! Open Monday- Friday from 9:00 am- 4:00 pm and Saturday 9:00 am-1:00 pm.
[Travel Time to A Place to Eat: 4 minutes]
11:45 am: Lunch: A Place to Eat
260 Oakfield Smyrna Rd, Oakfield, ME 04763 | (207) 757-7474
Open Sunday-Friday from 6:00 am- 2:00 pm and Saturday 6:00 am- 7:00 pm!
[Travel Time to Birch Point: 13 minutes]
1:00 pm: Birchpoint Campgrounds
Rent paddle boats, kayaks, or canoes, and explore Pleasant Lake! “If you are looking for Maine family adventures, our outdoor activities are peaceful and relaxing. From the camping, hiking, kayaking & canoeing, to horse shoes, Birch Point Campground has something to offer everyone.”
[Travel Time to Oakfield Railroad Museum: 13 minutes]
(If your 1-day trip is on a weekend consider adding this stop!) 3:00 Oakfield Railroad Museum
[Travel Time to Va Jo Wa Golf Course from Oakfield Railroad Museum: 12 minutes]
4:00 pm: Va Jo Wa Golf Course
[Travel Time to The Trough Food Truck: 12 minutes]
6:00 pm Supper: The Trough Food Truck
A full service food truck, offering fast and friendly service! Be sure to try their delicious fresh squeezed lemonade! Open Monday- Saturday 11:00 am- 7:00 pm.
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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.
Lodging Alternatives
Fun Facts
Did you know…
- “Aroostook is named for the Indian word meaning ‘beautiful river.’”
- Consists of 2 cities, 53 towns, 9 plantations, and 112 unorganized townships.
- 89% of the area is forest, 1% is water, and 10% is farmland.
- The County is known for growing broccoli, hay, and potatoes.
- Aroostook County is the largest County East of the Mississippi.
- The County was part of the Underground Railroad.
- There are two Indian reservations: the Houlton band of the Maliseet Indians reservation in Houlton and Aroostook County band of Mi’kmaq Indians reservation in Presque Isle.
- The economy is based on forest-related industries and agriculture.
- Average summer temperatures are in the mid 70s, while average winter temperatures can be below 0 Fahrenheit. Average snowfall is well above 100 inches.