Scopan
🌤 Weather at Scopan by season
| Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16–65 °F | 50–78 °F | 26–69 °F | 3–28 °F |
Each range runs from the coldest monthly average low to the warmest monthly average high in that season (1991-2020 climate normals), measured at Presque Isle, 16 mi away, elevation 599 ft. Conditions at the park can differ from the station, especially where elevation differs — check a forecast before you go.
🏆 Aroostook Wilderness — Remote 5,000-acre lot on Scopan Lake — deep in Maine’s Aroostook County backcountry
Scopan is a public reserved lot on Scopan Lake in Aroostook County — deep in the backcountry of America’s largest county east of the Mississippi. The remote lake offers primitive camping, excellent fishing for brook trout and landlocked salmon, and complete wilderness solitude. Aroostook County’s 6,829 square miles make it larger than Connecticut and Rhode Island combined — with vast forests, potato fields, and some of the darkest skies in the eastern US.
Visitor Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Aroostook County, ME |
| Entry Fee | Free |
| Lake | Scopan Lake — wilderness fishing! |
| Skies | Some of the DARKEST in the east! |
About Scopan
Scopan public reserved land surrounds Scopan Lake in Aroostook County — Maine’s northernmost and most sparsely populated county. The area provides remote lake access in the heart of the potato-farming country that defines Aroostook County’s character. The boreal forest surrounding the lake supports moose, loons, and spruce grouse.
Scopan in Aroostook County provides primitive recreation on Scopan Lake in northern Maine’s Aroostook region — the “County” as Mainers call it. Aroostook County (6,829 sq mi) is the largest county east of the Mississippi — bigger than Connecticut and Rhode Island combined. The region is famous for potatoes (Maine was America’s top potato producer before Idaho), the Northern Lights, and some of the most remote terrain in the eastern U.S.
Things to Do
Fishing for brook trout and salmon, canoeing on Scopan Lake, primitive camping, moose watching, and experiencing the unique culture of northern Maine — where French-Canadian heritage and potato farming define the landscape.
Primitive camping, fishing, canoeing, birdwatching, aurora viewing (the County is dark enough for Northern Lights), and exploring Maine’s enormous, remote Aroostook County.
Insider Tips
Aroostook County: Scopan sits in Maine’s Aroostook County — “The County” — America’s largest county east of the Mississippi. Pro tip: This is the heart of Maine’s potato country and also offers exceptional hunting and fishing. Northern lights: The dark skies of northern Maine offer rare opportunities to see the aurora borealis.
Best Time to Visit
Fall: Hunting season and foliage. Summer: Fishing and hiking. Winter: Snowmobiling — Aroostook County has vast trail networks. Spring: Early fishing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Aroostook County?
Aroostook County covers 6,829 square miles — larger than Connecticut and Rhode Island combined. It’s the largest county east of the Mississippi River. Known locally as “The County,” it’s famous for potato farming, vast forests, and some of the most remote wilderness in the eastern US.
Make it a road trip: Pair a visit with Salmon Brook Lake Bog (within about an hour’s drive) or Aroostook State Park (within about an hour’s drive).
Wildlife & Nature
Scopan — on Scopan Lake in northern Maine. The area’s boreal forest, lake, and wetlands support moose, loons, and brook trout.
Nearby Attractions
Aroostook County — surrounding. Presque Isle — 30 miles east.
🐾 Dogs & Pets at Scopan
- Pets allowed? statewide rule
- Pets are allowed at most Maine state parks year-round, including trails, but must be leashed, under the handler's physical control and never left unattended.
- Leash rule statewide rule
- Leash not exceeding 4 feet, under the physical control of the handler
- Beaches & swim areas statewide rule
- Pets are not allowed on state park beaches April 1 through September 30; leashed pets are welcome on beaches October 1 through March 31
- Statewide exceptions statewide rule
- No pets allowed at Sebago Lake State Park campground; park staff may assign pet owners to less congested camping areas
Are dogs allowed at Scopan?
Pets are allowed at most Maine state parks year-round, including trails, but must be leashed, under the handler's physical control and never left unattended. Individual parks can post stricter rules — check signage on arrival.
Rules verified July 2026 via maine.gov. More: Maine state parks guide · Dog rules in all 50 states compared
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