Katahdin Woods And Waters National Monument Camping And Huts

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·Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument
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Overview

Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument is located in Maine’s north woods, adjacent to Baxter State Park. Katahdin Woods and Waters protects part of an extraordinary natural and cultural landscape: the mountains, woods, and waters east of Baxter State Park (home of Mount Katahdin, the northern terminus of the Appalachian Trail), where the East Branch of the Penobscot River and its tributaries, including the Wassataquoik Stream and the Seboeis River, run freely. Campsites, lean-tos and huts located throughout the monument provide opportunities to stay overnight while hiking, biking, paddling and participating in other recreational activities.

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Campfire Allowed

    (22 of 25 campsites have Campfire Allowed)

  • Checkin Time

    (Majority of the campsites have 1:00 pm)

  • Checkout Time

    (22 of 25 campsites have Checkout Time)

  • Hike In Distance To Site

    (Up to 10')

  • Max Num Of People

    (Up to 20)

  • Max Num Of Vehicles

    (Up to 1)

  • Pets Allowed

    (16 of 25 campsites have Pets Allowed)

  • Shade

    (19 of 25 campsites have Shade)

  • Site Access

    (Majority of the campsites have hike in)

Natural Features

Wooden picnic table and stone fire ring at Wassataquoik Campsite along the International Appalachian Trail. - Credits: NPS/Jason Gablaski
Wooden picnic tables near metal fire ring at Upper East Branch Campsite. - Credits: NPS/Jason Gablaski
Brown wooden sign for Big Spring Brook Campsite on river bank. - Credits: NPS/Jason Gablaski
Brown wooden sign for Big Spring Brook Campsite on river bank. - Credits: NPS/Jason Gablaski

The main stem of the East Branch Penobscot River drops over 200 feet in about 10 miles through a series of rapids and waterfalls. Spectacular views of Mount Katahdin, located in neighboring Baxter State Park, can be seen from the Katahdin Loop Road. Within the monument, smaller peaks offer views of a vast forested landscape. 

Recreation

Brown wooden sign for Big Spring Brook Campsite on river bank. - Credits: NPS/Jason Gablaski

Experience Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument by paddling the East Branch Penobscot or Seboeis Rivers, hiking on the 30 miles of the International Appalachian Trail that pass through the monument or by biking former logging roads. Wildlife watchers might see moose, black bears or a variety of birds while driving the 16-mile Katahdin Loop Road. Winter activities include snowmobiling in designated areas, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. 

Permitted Equipment

  • tent-N/A

  • boat-N/A

  • rv-N/A

  • camper van-N/A

  • pickup camper-N/A

  • pop up camper-N/A

Nearby Attractions

Baxter State Park, home of Mount Katahdin, is adjacent to the western boundary of Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument. 

Additional Information

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