Mount Katahdin - Wikipedia
WEBMount Katahdin (/ k ə ˈ t ɑː d ɪ n / kə-TAH-din) is the highest mountain in the U.S. state of Maine at 5,269 feet (1,606 m). Named Katahdin, which means "Great Mountain", by the Penobscot Native Americans, it is within Northeast Piscataquis, Piscataquis County, and is the centerpiece of Baxter State Park.
Mount Katahdin - Baxter State Park - U.S. National Park Service
WEBJan 4, 2022 · Katahdin, which translates to "Greatest Mountain" in Penobscot, is the highest mountain in the state of Maine at 5,269 feet. Katahdin is adjacent to Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument and the prominent visual feature in the region.
Hiking Mount Katahdin and the Infamous Knife Edge Trail in Maine
WEBSep 7, 2021 · It’s Mount Katahdin, the centerpiece of 235,000-acre Baxter State Park in north-central Maine and, as the highest mountain in the state (5,267 feet), one of the great pinnacles of New England hiking.
Ultimate Guide To Climbing Mount Katahdin: Duration, Routes, Permits ...
WEBEverything you need to know about climbing Mount Katahdin. What trail to take. Best time to climb. Permits & fees. What to wear and pack.
Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument (U.S. National Park Service)
WEBApr 10, 2024 · Spread across a wild landscape offering spectacular views of Mount Katahdin, Katahdin Woods and Waters invites discovery of its rivers, streams, woods, flora, fauna, geology, and the night skies that have attracted humans for …
Katahdin : Climbing, Hiking & Mountaineering : SummitPost
WEBKatahdin is the highest mountain in Maine and the northern terminus of the Appalachian Trail. It is located within Baxter State Park, a wilderness-managed area in which humans come second that some refer to as the 51st state. The mountain, being a mile above sea level, towers above the comparatively low Maine lakes and forests.
Mount Katahdin – Appalachian Trail's Northern Terminus - Mountain …
WEBApr 15, 2023 · The highest mountain in Maine, USA, Katahdin is the imposing northern terminus of the Appalachian Trail, the icon of Baxter State Park. Trees wither away at approximately 4,000 feet of elevation due to the severe microclimate.
Mount Katahdin and Hamlin Peak Loop, Maine - AllTrails
WEBMount Katahdin and Hamlin Peak Loop. Hard • 4.8 (308) Baxter State Park. Photos (3,414) Directions. Print/PDF map. Share. More. Length 11.4 miElevation gain 4,455 ftRoute type Loop. Check out this 11.4-mile loop trail near Stacyville, Maine. Generally considered a challenging route.
Mount Katahdin's Baxter Peak via Hunt Trail - AllTrails
WEBHow to get to Mount Katahdin's Baxter Peak via Hunt Trail? Directions from Millinocket, ME: Travel approximately 15 miles north on SR 11 to reach the Togue Pond Gate. Bear left and travel about 7 - 9 miles to the Katahdin Stream Campground.
Hiking Mount Katahdin - Knife Edge, Hunt & Abol Trail [Video …
WEBQuick Navigation: Trails | Trail Map | Directions | Current Weather | Pictures. Elevation: 5,269 feet (1,606 meters) Elevation Gain: Around 3,900 feet (1189 meters) depending on the trail. Difficulty: Strenuous. Distance: 8.6 miles (14.84 km) Duration: 5-10 hours.
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