Saint Croix Island National Historic Site
Wheelchair accessible
A shoreline exhibit describing the disastrous first attempt by the French to colonize North America.

šŸ“œ International Historic Site commemorating the first French attempt to colonize North America.
šŸ” Features interpretive trails, statues, and a visitor center.

Why Go

šŸ“œ Learn about early European settlement and Indigenous Passamaquoddy history
🚶 Explore self-guided interpretive trails with bronze figures and signs
šŸžļø Enjoy panoramic views of the island and surrounding area

Why Avoid

āš ļø Island itself only accessible for archaeological research
šŸ’¤ Visitor center closed during winter months
ā„ļø Displays on interpretive trail covered in winter to prevent damage

Tips

ā˜€ļø Interpretive trail open during all daylight hours year-round
šŸŽ§ Audio files available for interpretive trail in English, French, and Passamaquoddy

Hours

šŸ•’ Grounds open sunrise to sunset daily. Visitor center hours are seasonal, typically Thursday through Monday.

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