Piscataquis County Map, Maine
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Piscataquis County, Maine
Piscataquis County is Maine’s second largest in area. Despite its size, it’s the least populous county. It’s a wild and rugged place, covering a huge swath of north-central Maine.
The county’s name comes from the Abenaki word for “branch of the river.” Speaking of rivers, the county boasts some of the best whitewater rafting in New England on the Penobscot and Kennebec.
Moosehead Lake is the largest in Maine and it’s here too. It’s a paradise for outdoorsy types. Hikers come to Baxter State Park to tackle Mount Katahdin, the northern terminus of the Appalachian Trail.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Piscataquis County |
| County Seat | Dover-Foxcroft |
| Population | Approximately 16,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Dover-Foxcroft, Greenville, Milo, Guilford, Brownville, Sebec, Monson, Abbot, Shirley, Sangerville, Bowerbank |
| Interstates and Highways | US-6, ME-11, ME-15, ME-16, ME-23, ME-150 |
| FIPS Code | 23-021 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 4,378 square miles (3,961 sq mi land, 417 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Aroostook County (North), Penobscot County (Southeast), Somerset County (West) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | Maine |
| Coordinates | 45.3973° N, 69.3776° W |
| Etymology | Named after the Abenaki word “Peske’te’gwas,” meaning “branch of the river” |
| Major Landmarks | Moosehead Lake, Baxter State Park, Gulf Hagas, Katahdin Iron Works, Mount Kineo, Borestone Mountain, Appalachian Trail |
| Website | Piscataquis County Website |
PHYSICAL MAP
Piscataquis County Topographic Map
Piscataquis County is Maine’s wild heart. Yep, it’s a rugged expanse of mountains, forests, and lakes. The southern end has some gentle hills, but the land quickly rises into the craggy peaks of the Hundred-Mile Wilderness. Zoom in to see all the details with our topographic map below.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Piscataquis County Satellite Map
In our satellite map, you’ll notice Piscataquis County is heavily forested, with only thin logging roads cutting through the wilderness. Moosehead Lake shines with its irregular shape stretching nearly 40 miles. The few towns appear as tiny clearings along rivers. But they’re barely visible beneath the towering trees.
OUTLINE MAP
Piscataquis County Blank Map
The county is roughly rectangular but pinches inward near its center. It’s completely within the state of Maine and close to the Canadian border.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 3 neighboring counties of Piscataquis County:
Maine County Map
Life moves at the pace of the tides here. One day is spent hiking forest trails, the next watching fog roll over quiet harbors. See what makes each county special with our Maine county maps.