Aroostook River
Flowing northeast across Maine's potato country, the Aroostook passes Ashland, Washburn, Presque Isle, Caribou and Fort Fairfield before crossing into New Brunswick to meet the St. John.
Course of the river, simplified. Map data from Natural Earth (public domain).
Weather at the Aroostook River (National Weather Service) ↗
River facts
| Length | 112 miles |
|---|---|
| Source | Junction of Millinocket and Munsungan streams, northern Penobscot County, Maine |
| Mouth | Joins the St. John River at Aroostook, New Brunswick |
| State | Maine |
Boat ramps, launches and bait shops
Detailed ramp, bait shop and lock-and-dam listings for the Aroostook River are coming soon. Until then, these searches open Google Maps along the river:
Fishing regulations
Check the state agency for river-specific rules, seasons and limits before you fish:
Facts from Aroostook River (Wikipedia) ↗