Carroll Plantation, Maine
Route 6 ridges east of Lincoln
Overview
Key Facts
What Carroll Plantation Is Known For
Carroll Plantation Local Highlights
Things to Do
Living in Carroll Plantation
Carroll is remote; residents drive to Lincoln or Lee for supplies. Winter plowing focuses on Route 6, and side roads can be rough in mud season.
Weather & Seasons
summer
Mild, 65-80 F
winter
Cold, 0-20 F with frequent snow
spring
Cool and muddy, 38-55 F
fall
Crisp, 45-60 F with ridge-top color
How to Get There
On Route 6 between Lee and Topsfield; I-95 access via Exit 227 in Lincoln.
Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.
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Carroll Plantation outline
Outdoor Recreation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carroll Plantation known for?
Carroll Plantation is known for its scenic ridge views toward Katahdin from Route 6, its role as an ATV and snowmobile trail hub connecting Penobscot and Washington County networks, and its remote feel with sparse development.
How far is Carroll Plantation from Lincoln?
Carroll Plantation is about 25 minutes from Lincoln on Route 6. Access to I-95 is available via Exit 227 in Lincoln, and the plantation sits between Lee and Topsfield on the Route 6 corridor.
What outdoor activities are available in Carroll Plantation?
Carroll Plantation offers extensive ATV and snowmobile riding on connectors reaching east and west, trout fishing in small ponds and brooks, hunting, and scenic foliage drives with long ridge-top views in September and October.