Our Story
Old Canada Road
What does it mean to be part of the Old Canada Road National Scenic Byway? Since 2000, the Old Canada Road National Scenic Byway has welcomed visitors to the area. Once people come here, they often try to find ways to make it an annual event. Come find out what they have discovered.
Mission
Old Canada Road National Scenic Byway will strive, with broad civic and business partnerships, to educate residents and the traveling public about the area’s history, culture, and natural features while promoting traditional scenic integrity.
Vision
Old Canada Road National Scenic Byway will be a destination where people can participate in and enjoy intriguing cultural and historical interpretation and diverse recreational opportunities and hospitality amid spectacular Maine scenery.
What’s New?
- 2024: A new map/visitor brochure
- 2024/25: Miles of new highway pavement, rumble strips, and a new bridge in Solon
- 2026: Look for a series of kid-friendly nature panels on the Kennebec River Trail.
- 2026: New wayfinding signage on the Kennebec River Trail (3.5 mi) in The Forks & on the Dead River Trail in West Forks.
- 2026: New kiosk near the Caratunk/ The Forks town line.
We strive to maintain rest areas and scenic lookouts/turnouts along the Byway to meet MaineDOT safety standards and provide enjoyable traveler experiences.