Vanceboro, Maine
Canadian border wilderness
Overview
Key Facts
Weather & Seasons
summer
Warm and pleasant, 70-80°F
winter
Very cold with heavy snow, 5-25°F
spring
Cool and wet, 35-50°F
fall
Colorful and crisp, 40-55°F
How to Get There
Vanceboro is located on Route 6 at the Canadian border in northeastern Washington County, about 1.5 hours from Bangor.
Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.
Satellite preview
Vanceboro outline
Outdoor Recreation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vanceboro known for?
Vanceboro is known as a tiny border community on the St. Croix River, historically important as a railway crossing into Canada. Today it offers excellent fishing, hunting, and a quiet wilderness lifestyle in far eastern Maine.
How far is Vanceboro from Calais?
Vanceboro is about 50 minutes from Calais on Route 6 at the Canadian border in northeastern Washington County. It's about 1.5 hours from Bangor.
What outdoor activities are available in Vanceboro?
Vanceboro offers wilderness fishing in the St. Croix River and nearby lakes, hunting in surrounding forests, canoeing, and a unique location straddling the Maine-New Brunswick border.