Washburn Maine Map

About Washburn, Maine

Washburn is a locality in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. It is a small community with a population of 937. Washburn is located at 46.7900°N, 68.1575°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 4786.

Washburn rests in a landscape shaped by the steady hand of glacial retreat, where the earth rises and falls in broad, sweeping contours rather than sharp peaks. It lies 140.6 miles north-north-east of Bangor, ME (from Bangor, ME: bearing 12°T), and is situated 8.4 miles south-west of Caribou. Fields of potato, their green a vibrant punctuation against the wider, softer greens of surrounding forests, stretch towards horizons that seem perpetually accessible, bathed in a light that often softens to a hazy gold as the day wanes. The air, especially after a rain, carries the clean scent of damp soil and pine needles, a constant reminder of the deep woods that press in, their shadows lengthening with the afternoon sun. A quiet hum of agricultural machinery often underscores the stillness, a mechanical pulse beneath the rustling leaves and the calls of unseen birds. The history of Washburn is inextricably tied to the cultivation of the land, a legacy built upon the rich, dark soil that has sustained generations. From its early days as a hub for timber and agriculture, the economy has largely revolved around the potato harvest, a crop that defines the seasons and the livelihoods of many here. Though the methods have modernized, the fundamental rhythm of planting, growing, and harvesting persists, a continuity that lends a sense of enduring purpose to Washburn. The Presque Isle Stream, a ribbon of water that winds through the area, has historically been a vital resource, its presence shaping the early settlements and continuing to offer a place for quiet contemplation, reflecting the sky in its unhurried flow.

About This Washburn Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Washburn, Maine — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 46.790042, -68.157533. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Washburn and Aroostook County.

Detailed location data for Washburn includes the ZIP code (04786), telephone area code (207), county seat of Aroostook County (Houlton), and school district assignment (School Administrative District 45). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Washburn is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.