Baxter State Park
Bordering the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument in Maine's North Central Woods, and home to the tallest peak in the state.
Guide Sections
Use Baxter State Park's guide sections to understand how this stop fits into the larger park plan.
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Bordering the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument in Maine's North Central Woods, and home to the tallest peak in the state, Baxter State Park is a land trust first created by a governor with a "magnificent obsession" to preserve Maine's land. Now almost a century later, the park is over 200,000 acres of unpaved wilderness open to visitors mainly for camping and hiking, though snowmobiling and boating are permitted in designated areas. Approximately 25% of the park is open to hunting and trapping, except moose, in the spirit of keeping it "natural" though the park limits camping days and visitors. Be sure to download the separate Chimani Baxter guide (included in your subscription) for a complete destination guide for Baxter State Park.