Jonesboro

JonesborWelcome to Jonesboro!

“Jonesboro  is a town in Washington County, incorporated on March 4, 1809. It had previously been known as Chandler’s River. Hannah Westin, and her sister, carried 50 pounds of lead through the woods from Jonesboro to Machias to support the effort to capture the British vessel Margaretta in 1775.” https://maineanencyclopedia.com/jonesboro/ (Check out that website for more interesting historical information.

Activities

  • Barren View Golf Course 1354 US-1, Jonesboro, ME 04648 | (207) 434-6531
    • Beautifully-maintained golf course with practice areas available for those just starting! There is also a shop that carries equipment and a snack bar to refresh after a round!
  • Great Cove Golf Course 387 Great Cove Rd, Roque Bluffs, ME 04654
    • A nice par 3 golf course with wonderful views of the ocean!
  • For more activity alternatives visit nearby Jonesport and Machias!

Dining

  • Swamp Yankee BBQ 749 US-1, Jonesboro, ME 04648 | (207) 434-2068
    • Classic options like brisket and pulled pork, served with sides of corn bread, beans, and coleslaw. Food truck is often around different festivals in the state!
  • For other dining alternatives check out nearby Jonesport and Machias.

Lodging

Jonesboro- chandler River Inn
Jonesboro- chandler River Inn
  • Blueberry Patch Motel & Cabins 550 US-1, Jonesboro, ME 04648 | (207) 434-5411
    • With both standard motel rooms and cozy cabins available for rent, Blueberry Patch also offers an outdoor pool during the warmer months of the year, and a communal fire pit with chairs to allow guests to comfortably socialize. Try their homemade blueberry muffins in the morning for a classic Maine breakfast!
  • Chandler River Inn 654 US-1, Jonesboro, ME 04648 | (207) 434-2540
    • Offering several rooms to choose from with convenient amenities, the Chandler River Inn has fine dining options available, as well as access to the river nearby with free kayak rental!
  • For more lodging options visit Jonesport and Machias!

Shops & Services

  • Garden Side Dairy- Hatch Knoll Farm: 29 Hatch Knoll Rd, Jonesboro, ME 04648 | (207) 434-2674
    • Located at Hatch Knoll Farm which offers a wonderful assortment of cheeses and other products! Stop by for a snack!
    •  Selling a wide variety of cheeses year-round and other seasonal products such as blueberries!
  • For more shops & services check out nearby Jonesport and Machias.

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