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Reed Plantation, Maine

Quiet farming settlement near Fort Fairfield

Overview

Reed Plantation is a quiet farming community where potato cultivation and traditional agriculture continue to define the landscape and lifestyle. The small population maintains strong community ties while benefiting from proximity to Fort Fairfield and Presque Isle for services and employment.

Key Facts

Population 245
Region Aroostook
County Aroostook
Founded 1878
Nearest City Fort Fairfield (10 minutes)

Weather & Seasons

summer

Warm and pleasant, 65-78°F

winter

Very cold with heavy snow, 0-22°F

spring

Cool and wet, 32-54°F

fall

Crisp and colorful, 38-60°F

How to Get There

Reed Plantation is located near Route 1 between Fort Fairfield and Presque Isle in central Aroostook County.

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Reed Plantation outline

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Reed Plantation known for?

Reed Plantation is known for its potato farming heritage with cultivation and traditional agriculture defining the landscape. The small population maintains strong community ties in this central Aroostook County farming settlement.

How far is Reed Plantation from Fort Fairfield?

Reed Plantation is about 10 minutes from Fort Fairfield, located near Route 1 between Fort Fairfield and Presque Isle in central Aroostook County.

What activities are available in Reed Plantation?

Reed Plantation offers farming experiences, hunting in surrounding fields and woods, snowmobiling on Aroostook County trails, and cross-country skiing through the scenic agricultural landscape.