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Major city · United States

AndoverAndover, Maine

Half a day is enough: see the Lovejoy Covered Bridge, walk the village, then move on. Not a base for exploring western Maine.

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Andover is a tiny town (population about 800) in Oxford County, western Maine. Its main draw is the Lovejoy Covered Bridge, a 70-foot span over the Ellis River where locals swim in summer. The village has a handful of historic buildings but no restaurants or lodging open to travellers. Most visitors pass through on the way to Bethel or Rumford.

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Weather
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Currency
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Best months
Jun–Sep
avoid Nov–Apr (many roads and facilities closed or limited)
Airports
PWM · LEW
Nights
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This is a basic guide for Andover: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
  • North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
  • North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
  • North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
  • United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
  • United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
  • United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
  • United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.

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  • Walking areas with bag rules
  • Day plans checked against opening hours
  • Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
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Emergency numbers for Andover911 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Andover, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works

Decide

What it is known for, and when the weather works

At a glance

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

Lovejoy Covered BridgeAndover Earth Station (former Telstar site)Historic buildings on the National Register
Airports
PWM Portland International Jetport (About 1 h 45 min drive; rental car needed) · LEW Auburn/Lewiston Municipal Airport (About 1 h 15 min drive; limited commercial flights)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Avoid

    −2°C (28°F)

  2. Feb

    Avoid

    0°C (32°F)

  3. Mar

    Avoid

    5°C (41°F)

  4. Apr

    Avoid

    12°C (54°F)

  5. May

    not flagged

    19°C (66°F)

  6. Jun

    Best

    24°C (75°F)

  7. Jul

    Best

    27°C (81°F)

  8. Aug

    Best

    26°C (79°F)

  9. Sep

    Best

    22°C (72°F)

  10. Oct

    not flagged

    15°C (59°F)

  11. Nov

    Avoid

    7°C (45°F)

  12. Dec

    Avoid

    1°C (34°F)

Best: Jun–Sep. Avoid: Nov–Apr. Month by month →

Warmest Jul (27°C (81°F)), coolest Jan (−14°C (7°F) low), wettest May (13 rain days), driest Feb (9). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Andover: next 7 days

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Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

−2°C (28°F)

−14°C (7°F)

10 rd

Feb

0°C (32°F)

−12°C (10°F)

9 rd

Mar

5°C (41°F)

−7°C (19°F)

11 rd

Apr

12°C (54°F)

−1°C (30°F)

11 rd

May

19°C (66°F)

5°C (41°F)

13 rd

Jun

24°C (75°F)

10°C (50°F)

13 rd

Jul

27°C (81°F)

13°C (55°F)

12 rd

Aug

26°C (79°F)

12°C (54°F)

11 rd

Sep

22°C (72°F)

7°C (45°F)

10 rd

Oct

15°C (59°F)

1°C (34°F)

10 rd

Nov

7°C (45°F)

−5°C (23°F)

11 rd

Dec

1°C (34°F)

−11°C (12°F)

11 rd

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Arrive & move

Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Getting around

Car only. The village is walkable on foot, but the bridge and earth station are a short drive from the centre. No public transport.

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time
Bethel, Mainego

Door to door: About 15 min

Car via Route 5 south, about 15 min

Lodging, dining and outdoor activities (skiing, hiking).

Rumford, Mainego

Door to door: About 10 min

Car via Route 5/120 east, about 10 min

Larger town with shops, restaurants and the Rumford Falls.

Mexico, Maine

go

Door to door: About 15 min

Car via Route 2 east, about 15 min

Small town with a few services.

Roxbury, Maine

caution

Door to door: About 20 min

Car via Route 17 north, about 20 min

Rural area; limited services.

Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in

Eat & sleep

Which area to sleep in

Where to sleep

Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.

No lodging in Andover

Stay in Bethel (15 min south) or Rumford (10 min east) for motels, inns and B&Bs.

PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Practical

What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Cost per day

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
$0 (day trip from Bethel or Rumford)
Mid
$0 (day trip)
High
$0 (day trip)

Watch out

Safety

Very safe. The main risk is driving on narrow, winding roads in winter. No crime concerns.
  • No fuel, food or accommodation in town: stock up in Bethel or Rumford.
  • Lovejoy Covered Bridge is on Route 5 just north of the Rumford line; easy to miss.
  • Andover Earth Station is on private land — check access before visiting.

Emergency numbers

Police, fire, ambulance
911

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AndoverAndover, Maine

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Emergency

  • Police, fire, ambulance911

Embassy

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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Portland Jetport to Andover: About 1 h 45 min drive; rental car about $50–80/day

No local phrases needed; English is universal.

Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources

Deep dive

What this guide covers so far, and its sources

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Andover. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: Jun–Sep · avoid Nov–Apr (many roads and facilities closed or limited) · month by month →
  2. 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 3 bands
  5. 4 day-trips, door to door
  6. 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
  2. Walking clusters with bag rules
  3. Day plans checked against opening hours
  4. Field-verified times and fares

Meanwhile

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