Mount Katahdin
Meaning "The Greatest Mountain," it is the tallest in the state and has seen centuries of use from all cultures.
Plan Around Mount Katahdin
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Mount Katahdin Details
A 10.6-mile strenuous out-and-back hike via the Hunt Trail. Mount Katahdin will continuously pop up in just about any Maine guide book due to its popularity. Meaning "The Greatest Mountain," it is the tallest in the state and has seen centuries of use from all cultures. As the centerpiece of Baxter State Park and Maine, Katahdin also has the honor of being the end (or beginning) of the infamous Appalachian Trail. As the last and roughest miles of the well-worn route, visitors here come in all forms. The hike to the summit is no small feat either, be prepared for a day to ascend.
Difficulty
High
Distance
10.6 miles
Estimated time
5h 5m
Region
N/A
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Mount Katahdin
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Grassy Pond Loop Trail
Offers the opportunity to visit Daicey Pond and three remote trout ponds.
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Appalachian Trail (From Katahdin Stream Campground to Daicey Pond Road)
The trail passes two small ponds that are frequented by moose.
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Hunt (Appalachian) Trail
The Hunt trail denotes the official route of the Appalachian trail to Baxter Peak.
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Katahdin Stream
A popular family campground providing access to Katahdin via the Appalachian Trail.
