Oxford County Foodies 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.
Oxford County Foodies Trip Map
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For people whose stomach speaks louder than words when it comes to food, this itinerary is perfect for you! With local eats such as cafes and breweries as well as some trails to burn off those calories to continue enjoying the several food options Oxford County offers, this itinerary will satisfy every craving as well as getting to know the area!
Day 1
Breakfast at Rising Sun Cafe and Bakery
130 Main Street South Paris, ME 04281 | (207) 743-7046
They offer quick morning pastries with coffee.
Hours: Tues – Fri 6AM-4PM, Sun 7AM-2PM
10:30 AM Streaked Mountain Trail
Streaked Mountain Rd, Buckfield, ME 04220
Enjoy a short hike of a little over a mile at the Streaked Mountain Trail! Pet friendly and a short trail, surround yourself with the Maine’s beautiful nature to escape outdoors!
12:00PM (noon) Crossroads Diner
24 Mayville Rd Bethel, ME 04217 | (207) 824-3673
With offers for both indoor, outdoor, and take-out there is so many food options to choose from! Come take a break and experience and old fashioned diner with classic favorite such as a delicious tuna melt to a classic dessert of chocolate creme pie!
Hours: Mon – Thur 5:30AM-3PM, Fri – Sat 5:30AM-8PM
2:30 PM Swain Family Farm
185 West Bethel Road Bethel, ME 04217 | (207) 357-9504
Locally grown and cropped in Bethel, Swain Family Farm is the perfect stop on this trip! Providing expertise on crops such as corn and cucumbers, this family owned and orientated farm will help you find the local gems of local food!
4:00PM Crosstone Restaurant
Temporarily closed. Please call before visiting!
1132 S Main St Bryant Pond, ME 04219 | (207) 674-2392
Enjoy the large seating area of the conference center with meals to satisfy every craving! With a fancier inside design and a cozy fireplace to enjoy your meal by, Crosstone helps satisfy your heart and your stomach!
Fun Facts
Did you know…
Streaked Mountain Trail has the majority of it covered with wild blueberries that make a great trail snack!
Crosstone Restaurant has a fireplace that stands 13 ft. tall made from many rocks from Oxford County, 36 states, 18 countries, and 5 continents!
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.