A Day in Caribou

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.

Corn Maze Itinerary

Caribou, Maine

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One-Day Itinerary

Morning:

8:00 am: Breakfast: Greenhouse Restaurant

19 Main St, Caribou, ME 04736 | 207-498-3733

Caribou, MEStart off the day with a delicious breakfast at the Greenhouse Restaurant, located right at the Caribou Inn & Convention Center!

Hours: Monday- Sunday 7:00 am- 11:00 am. 

[Travel Time to Collins Pond Park: 7 minutes]


9:30 am: Collins Pond Park

27 Caribou St, Caribou, ME 04736

Caribou, MEEnjoy a Beautiful 1.5 mile walk at Collins Pond located in downtown Caribou!

[Travel Time to Farms Bakery: 5 minutes]


Afternoon:

11:30 am Lunch: Farms Bakery

118 Bennett Dr # 110, Caribou, ME 04736 | 207-493-4508

Caribou, MEGrab Sandwiches at Farms Bakery to take with you to the corn maze or if you are hungry, eat lunch right at the bakery!

[Travel Time to Goughan’s Berry Farm: 9 minutes]

Afternoon  Continued:

12:00 pm: Goughan’s Berry Farm

875 Fort Fairfield Rd, Caribou, ME 04736 | 207-498-6565

Caribou, MEAll participants who take on the thrilling scavenger hunt in the corn maze, will be able to enjoy a free delicious ice cream! Also ask about combo deals to add mini golf to your adventure at Goughan’s Berry Farm! You may even want to pick a pumpkin or two to take home!

Hours: Monday- Saturday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm and Sunday from 12:00 pm- 5:00 pm. 

[Travel Time to Frederick’s Southside Restaurant: 8 minutes]


5:30 pm: Supper: Frederick’s Southside Restaurant

507 Main St, Caribou, ME 04736 | 207-498-3464
 
Caribou, MEServing you seafood, pizza, stir-fry, burgers, salads, and much more!
Hours: Tuesday- Saturday 11:00 am- 8:00 pm and Sunday 12:00 pm- 7:00 pm

[Travel Time to the Caribou Bowl O Drome & Sports: 5 minutes]


7:00 pm: Caribou Bowl O Drome & Sports

97 Bennett Dr, Caribou, ME 04736 | 207-498-3386

 Caribou, MEHead over to Caribou Bowl O Drome & Sports for some late night bowling fun!

Hours: Monday 11:00 am- 12:00 am, Tuesday- Wednesday 11:00 am- 9:00 pm, Thursday- Saturday 11:00am- 12:00 am, and Sunday 11:00 am- 9:00pm.


Hotel Recommendations

Caribou Inn & Convention Center

19 Main St, Caribou, ME 04736 | (207) 498-3733

Caribou, ME

A conveniently located, full-service hotel and convention facility!

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.

Lodging Alternatives

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 larger than Connecticut and Rhode Island combined.”
  • 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.