Author: Baxter State Park

Snow and freezing rain have fallen at high elevations on unfrozen ground. These create conditions that are impactful to the alpine habitat and trails, and also may be hazardous for unprepared hikers.

The National Weather Service is forecasting a heat wave this week, starting Tuesday. Please adjust you plans in the Park accordingly, as strenuous hiking in these conditions can be dangerous.

Don’t forget to bring a printed copy of your day use parking or camping reservation!

Check our daily conditions report for up-to-date information.

Roaring Brook Road suffered significant damage over the winter, and will be delayed in opening this spring. The first week of camping reservations, May 15 to May 23, have been cancelled, and there will be no vehicular access to the campground and to most trailheads along the road during this time. We are working to… Continue reading “Roaring Brook Road- delayed opening” →

The Park’s headquarters building in Millinocket, including the reservations office, will be closed to the public from April 29 to May 10th for training events. Reservations may still be made online and by phone during these two weeks.