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Get InspiredNorth AmericaUnited StatesMaineSaint Croix Island International Historic Site

Saint Croix Island International Historic Site

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Park·Quiet, Reflective, Educational, Scenic
View of the drive into Saint Croix Island International Historic Site.
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An interpretive trail guides visitors through the history of the island and the people who called it home.
Photo by from Nps
The Passamaquoddy's assistance kept the French explorers alive.
Photo by from Nps
Pierre Dugua and his men spent a dealthy winter on Saint Croix Island.
Photo by from Nps
As you walk along the trail waysides provide more information about surviving that deadly winter of 1604-05.
Photo by from Nps
View of the drive into Saint Croix Island International Historic Site.
Photo by from Nps
An interpretive trail guides visitors through the history of the island and the people who called it home.
Photo by from Nps
The Passamaquoddy's assistance kept the French explorers alive.
Photo by from Nps
Pierre Dugua and his men spent a dealthy winter on Saint Croix Island.
Photo by from Nps
As you walk along the trail waysides provide more information about surviving that deadly winter of 1604-05.
Photo by from Nps

The Saint Croix Island International Historic Site marks the location of Pierre Dugua's 1604–1605 French expedition, a pivotal moment in North American history. This site commemorates a brutal winter where nearly half the group perished, surviving only through trade with native people. Today, as a protected National Park Service area, the site offers interpretive trails and exhibits that detail the resilience of these early explorers. Visitors can enjoy a quiet, educational space to reflect on the foundational beginnings of the French presence on the continent while walking through scenic Maine landscapes. It is an ideal stop for those looking to combine history with a peaceful outdoor experience.

The Saint Croix Island International Historic Site marks the location of Pierre Dugua's 1604–1605 French expedition, a pivotal moment in North American history. This site commemorates a brutal winter where nearly half the group perished, surviving only through trade with native people. Today, as a protected National Park Service area, the site offers interpretive trails and exhibits that detail the resilience of these early explorers. Visitors can enjoy a quiet, educational space to reflect on the foundational beginnings of the French presence on the continent while walking through scenic Maine landscapes. It is an ideal stop for those looking to combine history with a peaceful outdoor experience.

Address
84 Saint Croix Drive
Websitenps.gov
Phone2074540418

Highlights

  • Interpretive trails detailing the 1604 French expedition

  • Educational exhibits on early North American history

  • Peaceful, protected natural landscapes

  • Commemoration of the resilience of early explorers

Before you go: Saint Croix Island International Historic Site essentials

  • The site is primarily an outdoor interpretive area; check weather conditions before visiting.

  • It is a protected National Park Service area, so please respect the historical signage and natural environment.

  • Ideal for those interested in early colonial history and the interactions between French explorers and indigenous peoples.

Best For

History buffs and those seeking a peaceful, educational outdoor experience.

Occasion Tags

Educational, Tourists

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Location

Maine, United States
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