Author: Baxter State Park

On March 19th, our Park Headquarters in Millinocket is hosting a training with the Maine Forest Service, which will lead to limited parking in our visitor parking area. However, our reservations office is still open, and visitors can park in nearby locations to access the office.

On the afternoon of April 8, a total solar eclipse will pass through the Katahdin region of Maine. This event is a rare and special occasion for our state. The path of totality will pass directly over Katahdin, Millinocket, Patten, and many other communities in the region. People from all over Maine and the country… Continue reading “The solar eclipse in April coincides with northern Maine’s mud season” →

Snowmobiling is now closed in Baxter State Park. The Park has closed the Main Entrance Gates at Togue Pond Gatehouse, Matagamon Gatehouse, and the Logan Brook Road gate.

Yesterday’s storm brought enough snow that the Park’s Tote Road is now accessible by snowmobile. PLEASE REMEMBER: The Tote Road is the only place in the park where snowmobiles are allowed. DO NOT FOLLOW snowmobiles tracks that lead off the TOTE ROAD. The speed limit is a maximum of 20 MPH throughout the entire park.… Continue reading “Tote Road Update” →

What you need to know about the April 8, 2024 solar eclipse and Baxter State Park

In early April, there is no access to Katahdin or the Traveler Range, and limited access to other locations within Baxter State Park. Those wishing to view the April 8th solar eclipse should be aware of the seasonally restricted access and consider making alternative plans. While the Park is open year round, access to much… Continue reading “What you need to know about the April 8, 2024 solar eclipse and Baxter State Park” →