Pleasant Pond Mountain: Part of the Appalachian Trail system, this local favorite is a short hike suitable for all ages and rewards accordingly with expansive, 360-degree views.The drive along Old Canada Road offers plenty of opportunities to get your heart pumping and legs working on one of the many trails and mountains spanning its length. The Falls: The final crescendo of Old Canada Road, this scenic roadside area features views of a waterfall marking what is now almost the end of the byway.Attean Overlook: Just south of Jackman, this overlook showcases sweeping views of Moose River Valley, Attean Pond and miles of rivers and streams flowing to the Canadian border.A gentle network of trails, some being ADA-accessible, offers a mix of forest floor, and the chance get up close to some of Maine’s flora and fauna, crushed stone and grass paths (all with incredible views!). Marking the southern gateway of the byway and showcasing the sprawling beauty of Maine’s High Peaks, this is a must-stop. Old Canada Road is awarded the title of national scenic byway for good reason-the breathtaking overlooks dotting the byway are worth every pull over. Must Stop Viewpoints for a Photo-Op or Picnic Jackman Moose River Region: With cool lakes, streams, brooks and rivers easily accessible, paddlers and anglers of every type and skill will appreciate this quality fishing area.The serene water offers great fly fishing opportunities as well, with plenty of landlocked salmon and brook trout. Parlin Pond: This crystal clear, spring-fed lake is ideal for a paddle or swim.Short and sweet, this hike is great for families and dog-walkers. Moxie Falls: Also in The Forks area, Moxie Falls is one of Maine’s highest waterfalls with an impressive 92-foot drop.
The dam-controlled releases of this intersection make it the Northeast’s premier whitewater rafting destination, with trips ranging from “mild to wild.”
White Water Rafting: The byway’s southern half meanders the eastern side of the Kennebec River all the way to The Forks, where the Dead River and Kennebec River meet.Running alongside rivers and their powerful currents, as well as many other lakes and streams, you’ll find no shortage of water activities, for both thrill-seekers and leisure lovers, near the byway. The road also follows the historical river trade routes of the Abenaki Tribe. The signs tell the story of the arduous, ill-fated journey American Revolutionary War Colonel Benedict Arnold took with his army in the 1700s on their way to Quebec City, how many Quebecois walked to Maine in search of mill work in the 1800s and more. Visitors can learn about the region’s culture and history through bilingual (English & French) interpretive panels and kiosks along the byway, detailing everything from its logging roots to its development into the important trade route that it is today. Today, its proximity to the Kennebec and Dead Rivers, as well as numerous lakes and ponds, makes water activities a prominent attraction along the byway, while mountain trails and postcard-worthy views call to hikers and bikers of all ages and abilities. As rich in history as it is beautiful, the Old Canada Road National Scenic Byway’s 78 miles run throughout lands harkening back to (and pre-dating!) America’s beginnings.
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