Moose and Fall Foliage Tours in Maine

As the cold moves in, the green moves out. With that, New England brings the most striking scenes while the leaves transform through thousands of colors. Maine’s advantage of being furthest North, experiences this change firstly around late September to early October. So, this year undergo the Moosehead Loop to feel the ultimate Fall foliage picture in New England.

This 210-mile journey will pass by Moosehead Lake, Moxie Falls, Mount Kineo and through towns Skowhegan and Jackman. Below is the specific route and a general picture. Sections to take note in are Route 201 (Solon through West Forks) and Route 6 & 15 (Jackman through Rockwood.

• Start in Skowhegan taking U.S. Route 201 North through Bingham up toward Jackman
• You will then intersect with Route 15. Take this going south, then east through Greenville, following into Dover-Foxcroft
• Next you will pick up Route 7 going south toward Newport
• When you reach Newport, take Route 2 west into Palmyra. Proceed to take Route 151 west toward Athens
• After arriving in Athens, take Route 150 south and that will loop you back to Skowhegan.

Need a map? Google Maps can help.

Take a pit stop in Jackman for prime time season of moose watching. Take a break from driving and hike or ATV into the wilderness with your camera and wait for the unforgettable. Remember that even though they may be ten times our weight and at least seven feet tall, they are unaggressive and should be treated with our fullest respect. Want to spend some more time in Jackman? Check out their website for more ideas on making your Maine drive a better experience.

Buckle up and enjoy the New England Fall foliage on the Moosehead Loop in Maine. Don’t forget your cameras!