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The winter of 1604-1605 on Saint Croix Island was a cruel one for Pierre Dugua's French expedition.
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Iced in by freezing temperatures and cut off from fresh water and game, 35 of 79 men died. As spring arrived and native people traded game for bread, the health of those remaining improved.
Although the expedition moved on by summer, the beginning of French presence in North America had begun.
The park is normally open year-round during daylight hours. Some park facilities are closed during the winter.
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A short, accessible interpretive trail features bronze figures of the French and Passamaquoddy, as well as displays that discuss historical events and the interaction of the two cultures.
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The ranger station provides information for the area and the history of Saint Croix Island and marks the start of the interpretive trail leading out to the viewpoint…
84 Saint Croix Drive, Calais, ME (207) 454-0418 Directions
Today: Closed · Ranger on Duty Hours, May 23, 2026 to October 31, 2026 (Closed Tuesday and Wednesday)
A park ranger will be available at the Visitor Center at the following days and times.
| Monday | 8:00AM - 4:00PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 8:00AM - 4:00PM |
| Friday | 8:00AM - 4:00PM |
| Saturday | 8:00AM - 4:00PM |
| Sunday | 8:00AM - 4:00PM |
The park has limited services during the winter months. The visitor center is closed and the interpretive path sculptures are covered.
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
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Located in Maine, Saint Croix Island experiences all four seasons. Summer temperatures range from 50-80F (10-27C). Fall temperatures range from 25-70F (-4-21C). Typically the first is in frost mid-October and first snowfall begins in November and can continue through April with an average accumulation of 67 inches (170 cm). Winter temperatures range from 5-30F (-15 - -1C). Spring temperatures range from 20-60F (-6-16C).
Saint Croix Island International Historic Site is best reached by private vehicle. The site is located 8 miles (13 km) south of Calais, Maine, on US Route 1, and can be reached either by Route 9 from Bangor or US Route 1, the coastal route from Portland and points south.
From US Route 1, turn onto St. Croix Drive. The entrance gate is on the right. The visitor center is inside the ranger station.
Mailing address: 84 Saint Croix Drive, Calais, ME 04619
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