AMERICA, ONE BEAUTIFUL ROAD AT A TIME

Old Canada Road Scenic Byway

Maine
Take your time. Make a few stops. Enjoy the view.
Preparing to Canoe the Kennebec River · Public Domain. Photo by user Mary Lou Ridley · Photo credits
THE JOURNEY IS THE REASON TO GO

Let the road set the pace.

The Old Canada Road Scenic Byway is a snapshot in time. Tracing the route of generations of travelers between Maine and Quebec, this segment of U.S. Rt. 201 winds right alongside the Kennebec River, Wyman Lake, and the Dead River. Encounter old-time villages and abundant wildlife in mountain ridges, forests, and rivers.

The experienceNational Scenic Byway
Start with this outlineChoose a section of the named byway
Some canoers socialize and prepare to go canoeing on the Kennebec River.
Preparing to Canoe the Kennebec River
Public Domain. Photo by user Mary Lou Ridley · Photo credits
A lone canoer enjoys the scenery while paddling the Kennebec River.
Canoeing the Kennebec River
Public Domain. Photo by user Mary Lou Ridley · Photo credits

Before you drive

Choose your stops before departure and check current road access, weather and vehicle suitability. A byway listing does not guarantee that every section or visitor facility is open.

Make it a satisfying day

Choose a realistic section, then allow time for viewpoints, a town stop and breaks. Scenic mileage rarely tells the whole story of how long an outing will take.

Match the road to your vehicle

Check the exact roads for your car, RV or motorcoach. Tunnel dimensions, turning space, grades and road surfaces can matter as much as distance.

Official route information ↗State road-condition links ↗

Route overview and designation: Federal Highway Administration, America’s Byways. Research: October 2026. This is a travel idea, not live navigation or a guarantee that the full route is open. Confirm exact roads, current conditions, parking and any attraction reservations before departure.