Baring Plantation, Maine
St. Croix River plantation near Calais
Overview
Key Facts
What Baring Plantation Is Known For
Baring Plantation Local Highlights
Things to Do
Living in Baring Plantation
Baring is primarily residential; residents shop in Calais and rely on private wells and septic. Refuge lands limit development and preserve quiet.
Weather & Seasons
summer
Mild, 65-78 F
winter
Cold, 5-25 F with steady snow
spring
Cool and damp, 38-55 F
fall
Crisp, 45-60 F with strong foliage
How to Get There
On US-1 west of Calais and east of Princeton; Route 9 access via Baileyville.
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Baring Plantation outline
Outdoor Recreation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baring Plantation known for?
Baring Plantation is known for its access to the Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge's Baring Division, which offers hiking trails, birding, and ponds. The plantation sits along the St. Croix River corridor near the Canadian border.
How far is Baring Plantation from Calais?
Baring Plantation is about 10 minutes west of Calais on US-1. Residents rely on Calais for shopping, services, and Canadian border crossings.
What outdoor activities are available in Baring Plantation?
Baring Plantation offers hiking and birding at Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge trails and ponds, paddling on the St. Croix River, fishing, and scenic drives along US-1 toward Princeton and Grand Lake Stream.