Portage, Maine facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Portage, Maine
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 Portage, Maine
Location in Maine
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| Country | United States |
| State | Maine |
| County | Aroostook |
| Elevation | 650 ft (200 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
04768
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| Area code(s) | 207 |
| GNIS feature ID | 573678 |
Portage is a small, quiet village located in the northern part of Maine, a state in the United States. It is not a separate town but is part of a larger area called Portage Lake. This village is found in Aroostook County, which is known for its beautiful nature.
About Portage
Portage is a special kind of community called an "unincorporated village." This means it is a small group of homes and buildings that are part of a bigger town, in this case, Portage Lake. It is located right on Maine State Route 11, which is a road that runs through the area.
Location and History
The village sits on the southeastern shore of Portage Lake. This lake is a beautiful natural feature in Maine. Portage is about 10 miles (16 kilometers) north-northwest of another community called Ashland.
Portage has its own post office, which helps people send and receive mail. This post office has been open for a long time, starting on November 6, 1883. The ZIP code for Portage is 04768.
