Highlights of Hodgdon & Weston Itinerary

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.

Houlton Gateway

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Morning:

8:00 am: Breakfast: First Settler’s Lodge

341 US Route 1 Weston, Maine 04424 | (207) 448-3000

Weston, MEA complete breakfast is served from 7:00 am- 8:30 am. (For those who get up earlier, a more limited selection of breakfast items will still be available!)

[Travel Time to Million Dollar View: 4 minutes]


9:00 am: Million Dollar View Scenic Outlook

341 US-1, Weston, ME 04424

Weston, MEBeautiful scenic view overlooking East Grand, Brackett, and Deering Lakes!

[Travel Time to Peekaboo Mountain: 7 minutes]


9:30 am: Peekaboo Mountain Look-Out Tower

Tower Drive, Weston, ME

Weston, ME Highlights Hodgdon WestonOnce you arrive at the trailhead, park your car at the bottom of the trail (on the side of the Harris Hill road) and walk up to the tower. (It is highly recommended that you do not attempt to drive your car up, you will most likely cause severe damage to your car.)

Special Note: This destination is not safe for everyone. This is a tower with semi-steep steps and railings; the top is primarily enclosed. Please use caution when visiting and be smart. Not recommended for children.

[Travel Time to the dairy bar: 30 minutes]

Afternoon:

12:00 pm: Lunch: Anderson’s Mill Pond Dairy Bar

226 Hodgdon Mills Road, Hodgdon, Maine 04730 | (207) 532-9891

“We strive to go above and beyond our customers expectations! We have a variety of food and ice cream and are always coming up with many different flavors and variations.” Open Monday- Tuesday 11:00 am- 7:00 pm and Wednesday- Sunday from 11:00 am- 8:00 pm!

[Travel Time to Seiders Hill-Top Lanes: 5 minutes]


2:00 pm: Seiders Hill-Top Lanes

61 Calais Road, Hodgdon, Maine 04730 | (207) 254-2133

With activities such as bowling, mini-golf, arHodgdon, MEcade games, pool tables, air hockey, dart boards, a bouncy house, and a golf simulator, Seiders Hill-Top Lanes has an activity that everyone in the family will enjoy! Open Thursday- Friday 5:00 pm- 9:00 pm, Saturday 10:00 am- 9:00 pm, and Sunday 12:00 pm- 5:00 pm. 

[Travel Time to Wynes Trailside Popcorn: 7 minutes]

4:30 pm: Wynes Trailside Popcorn

126 London Road, Hodgdon, Maine 04730 | (207) 521-1339
 
“Featuring fresh, delicious homemade caramel popcorn available in cashew, peanut and plain.” Open on Saturday from 3:00 pm- 8:00 pm and Sunday from 3:00 pm- 7:00 pm.

[Travel Time to T n S Market: 5 minutes]


Supper 5:00 pm: T n S Market

209 Hodgdon Mills Road, Hodgdon, Maine 04730 | (207) 532-6672
 
Call ahead to place an order for pizzas, subs, or fried food! (Pizza Recommended!) Open Monday- Saturday from 5:00 am- 9:00 pm and Sunday from 7:00 am- 9:00 pm. 

[Travel Time to Hidden Springs Winery: 6 minutes]


6:30 pm: Hidden Spring Winery 

1057 White Settlement Road, East Hodgdon, Maine | 207-532-0753

“Wines made from locally grown fruits, wild berries and apples. Always open by appointment.” Open Thursday- Friday from 11:00 am- 7:00 pm and Saturday from 12:00 pm- 5:00 pm. Hidden Springs Winery is another great place to have supper if desired, as well as dessert!


Hotel Recommendations

First Settlers Lodge:

341 US Route 1, Weston, Maine 04424| (207) 448-3000

“First Settlers Lodge offers a relaxed atmosphere and a variety of overnight accommodation all with private baths and views of the surrounding Grand Lake areas”

 

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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.

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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.