The Ledges

A series of natural waterslides located within Baxter State Park.

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The Ledges Details

A series of natural waterslides located within Baxter State Park, this is a popular local swimming hole destination. You have to enter Baxter State Park, which requires a fee, in order to access The Ledges. They are approximately 1 1/2 drive from Millinocket and can be quite busy during the summer weekends and holidays.

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Low

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Nearby Points of Interest Around The Ledges

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0.1 mi away

Slide Dam

Provides good swimming and fishing opportunities (fly fishing only).

0.1 mi away

Slide Dam

The Slide Dam shelter is along Nesowadnehunk Stream and provides good swimming opportunities.

0.1 mi away

Slide Dam/Marston

8 parking spaces

0.2 mi away

Marston Loop

Loop takes 7-8 hours. Very tough.

1.0 mi away

Mt. Coe Trail

This can be difficult footing as the slide is gravel, loose rock, and large granite.