Most Katahdin trails remain closed until further notice- read more
Author: Baxter State Park
Most Katahdin trails remain closed until further notice Until further notice, the only trails open on Katahdin are the Abol Trail and the Hunt Trail, to Baxter Peak only. Visitors may also hike the Chimney Pond Trail to Chimney Pond, but no further up Katahdin. All other Katahdin trails remain closed- there is no access… Continue reading “”
Currently open trails: Abol to Hunt, Hunt to Baxter Peak only, Chimney Pond Trail to Chimney Pond only, and Traveler Ridge Trails. All other Katahdin Trails remain closed
Two Katahdin trails will open on Sunday, May 28
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BAXTER STATE PARK TRAILS UPDATE
Starting Sunday, May 28th 2023 the Hunt and Abol Trails will be open for hiking to Baxter Peak. All other Katahdin Trails remain closed, including Knife Edge, Helon Taylor, Chimney Pond, Hamlin, Cathedral (and Cut-Off), Northwest Basin, North Peaks, Baxter Peak Cut-Off, Saddle and Dudley Trails. The Traveler Range trails also remain closed at this… Continue reading “BAXTER STATE PARK TRAILS UPDATE”
The Park Tote Road is now open in its entirety
Our headquarters building (including the reservations office) will be closed to the public on May 1-5 and May 9-10, due to the use of our meeting facilities. Reservations can still be made online or by phone during these days.
Baxter State Park Hires New Director!
The Baxter State Park Authority announces the appointment of its new Park Director, Kevin Adam. Click to Read More!