Canaan is a town of 4,000 people that has always highly valued education and is home to two school systems: Cardigan Mountain School and Mascoma Valley Regional School District. With more than 12,000 acres of conserved land, outdoor recreation, sports and cultural events are the mainstay of life in Canaan. Hunting, fishing, boating, canoeing, swimming, hiking, biking, ATV travel, organized team sports, snowmobiling, and horseback riding are enhanced by the beauty of local mountains and lakes.
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Canaan Town Website
Canaan Schools
Cardigan Mountain State Park
Canaan Motor Club
Northern Rail Trail
2025 Tax Rate: $31.16
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