Old Canada Road Scenic Byway
Visitor Services

Service	Description	Service	Description
	Fees There are no fees.		Bicycle/Pedestrian Facilities The Kennebec River Valley Bicycle Tour is a hilly, scenic, 68-mile gem that winds through the Kennebec River Valley over a mix of... [more]
	Camping Camping is available at a number of private campgrounds and remote locations. Sites are available in Solon on the Kennebec River,... [more]		Food There are places to dine and buy food in Solon, Bingham, Caratunk, The Forks, West Forks, Parlin Pond, Jackman, and Moore River.
	Gasoline Fuel is available at Solon, Bingham, West Forks, and Jackman. Several outfitters also provide fuel for snowmobiles at their establishments.		Information Travel information is available in Bingham at the Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center and at the Jackman Visitor Center.
	Lodging Overnight lodging is available in Solon, Bingham, Caratunk, The Forks, West Forks, Parlin Pond, Jackman, and Moose River. During the... [more]		Phone Public phones are available along the byway. Cell phone service is intermittent between Parlin Pond and Solon, but it is good in Jackman.
	Restrooms Public restrooms are located at the five rest areas and at some convenience stores along the byway. The rest areas are closed during the winter.

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Special Considerations

As of June 1, 2009, all travelers entering the United States (including U.S. citizens) are required to present a passport or other accepted form of documentation. For more information, visit the U.S. Customs and Border Patrol website.

Try to avoid driving the byway during the 4th of July and Labor Day weekends when it is the most crowded.

Also, when driving the byway, be careful of moose in the road. Many collisions happen every year involving moose in the roadways.

Be aware of narrow passages of roads and logging trucks that are frequent on the byway.

Restrictions

Roads on the byway are only closed during extreme weather conditions.

Seasons

Best Time to Drive

Weekends are generally the busiest times on the byway, including Fridays. The road is well-maintained throughout the year. Winter can be a great time for a scenic drive, but check the forecast first.

Fall

September is the favorite camping month for many since campsites are open, the air crisp, and the water still warm.

High Season

October is the peak fall foliage season and traffic is fairly light, as schools are open. March is a favorite for outdoor activities, as the sun is warm and most of the snow arrives during this month.

Off Season

Mud season is usually in late April and early May.

Spring

In March, sap starts flowing, and many people who live near the byway take to the woods to make maple syrup.

Summer

August can be hot, so it's the perfect time to be near water.

Winter

January marks the beginning of ice fishing season. Some years, however, the ice does not cooperate. Please call ahead for ice conditions.

Road Conditions

To find up to date information about the road conditions along Old Canada Road Scenic Byway, please visit the FHWA listing of web sites for more information.

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