View of the drive into Saint Croix Island International Historic Site.
Saint Croix Island International Historic Site
International Historic Site · ME
The winter of 1604-1605 on Saint Croix Island was a cruel one for Pierre Dugua's French expedition. 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.
Park report
Alert: Information
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesOperating Hours & Seasons
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available3 activities
Park Name
InfoSaint Croix Island International Historic Site
Designation
InfoInternational Historic Site
State(s)
InfoME
Phone
Info2074540418
sacr_information@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoA park ranger will be available at the Visitor Center at the following days and times.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Saint Croix Island Ranger Station
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoBurial, Cemetery and Gravesite, Explorers and Expeditions, Animals + 2 more
Weather Info
InfoLocated 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-Oct
Getting There
InfoSaint 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
Location
Info45.1286° N, -67.1336° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website