Picnic 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.

Picnic Itinerary Map

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Everyone loves enjoying Maine’s great wilderness and wildlife, so why not go out and have a picnic? This itinerary will take you outside on hikes, where you can find the perfect spot to camp out and chow down. Enjoy breathing in the fresh air while also enjoying your favorite foods!


Day 1

Breakfast at Karen’s Diner and Korner Pub

439 Main St, Calias, ME 04619

Many reviews say their breakfast is amazing with their bacon egg and cheese as a favorite!

Pick up Picnic Supplies at Tradewins Shop n’ Save

361 South St, Calais, ME 04619

You have to pick up your picnic essentials before you continue on, maybe some of your sandwich materials? Your life will be a lot easier if you bring either a picnic basket or a lunch box for this trip.  

Coast of Maine

Picnic Locations

Option 1 – Moosehorn Wildlife Refuge

Moosehorn Wildlife Refudge

470 Youngs Cove Rd, Pemboke, ME 04666

It is a 13.6-mile network of trails so you can pick and choose what you wish to do! 

Option 2 – Devil’s Head Conservation Area

Devils Head Shore

Devil’s Head Conservation Area, Calais, ME 04619

The trail is roughly 2.7 miles in length.

Option 3 – Calais Waterwalk Way 

Walkway

Calais Waterfront Walkway, Calais, ME 04619

The trail is about 1.5 miles each way for a total of 3 miles.

Dinner at Nook and Cranny Restaurant

575 Airline Rd, Baileyville, ME 04694

They offer a wide variety of foods with options for everyone!


Fun Facts

  • The United States celebrates National Picnic Day on April 23
  • World Picnic Day is celebrated on June 28
  • The word “picnic” comes from the French pique-nique which directly means, “meal eaten outdoors”
  • One of the first records of picnicking comes from the tables of Robinhood, where he would eat bread and cheese under the trees

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

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