Eats, Treats & Cool Places in St. John Valley
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.
Highlights of Fort Kent Map
In this itinerary, you’ll find some delicious places to stop in and grab a meal in the St. John Valley area!
Day 1
8:00 AM – Start off with breakfast at Rock’s Family Diner
378 W Main St, Fort Kent, ME 04743
This diner has delicious home cooked meals along with their infamous whoopie pies. They are located across from the international bridge connecting the United States and Canada.
Hours: Open 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Drive to Fish River Falls
9:00 AM – Begin your hike at Fish River Falls
This is a 0.8-mile hike for all ages that takes you to the Fish River Waterfalls. At the Falls there are picnic tables for you to be able to truly take in the sight.
Drive to America’s First Mile
11:00 AM – Visit America’s First Mile
341 W Main St, Fort Kent, ME 04743
This monument marks where US Route 1 begins! It sits next to the bridge from Canada to the United States. Route 1 runs from Fort Kent, Maine to Key West, Florida!
5 minute drive to Mooseshack II
12:00 PM – Head on over to Mooseshack II for lunch
76 E Main St, Fort Kent, ME 04743
Mooseshack II is known for their pizza and subs. They offer eat in, take out, and delivery!
Hours: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
25 minute drive to Mardens
1:30 PM – Visit Mardens
81 Fox St, Madawaska, ME 04756
Mardens is known for their low prices on surplus and salvage items!
Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Saturday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Sunday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
5 minute drive to Madawaska Four Corners Park
3:00 PM – Visit Madawaska Four Corners Park
213 W Main St, Madawaska, ME 04756
This park is dedicated to bikers who have biked to all four corners of the United States!
5 minute drive to Dolly’s Restaurant
5:00 PM – Dinner at Dolly’s Restaurant
17 US Route 1, Frenchville, ME 04745
Dolly’s Restaurant serves up some great American cuisine!
Hours: Sunday – Monday 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM, Tuesdays – Closed, Wednesday – Saturday 6:30 AM – 9:00 PM
5 minute drive to Madawaska Tastee-Freez
6:00 PM – Grab dessert at Madawaska Tastee-Freez
153 Main St, Madawaska, ME 04756
Madawaska Tastee-Freez serves many “tastee” dessert options!
Hours: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Fun Facts
Did you know…
- The annual CAN-AM dogsled race begins and ends in Fort Kent? There are three different race lengths, 250 miles, 100 miles, and 30 miles!
- Fort Kent is where US Route 1 begins! There is even a monument for it!
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.
