Katahdin Lake Trail
This level trail follows the old Katahdin Lake Tote Road from Roaring Brook Road to the lake.
Plan Around Katahdin Lake Trail
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Katahdin Lake Trail Details
This level trail follows the old Katahdin Lake Tote Road from Roaring Brook Road to the lake. The trail starts on the east side of Avalanche Field, and there is a small parking area for day hikers. After a half mile the trail crosses Sandy Stream near the ruins of the old Hersey Dam before passing through an old logging camp site. At 1.7 miles the trail junctions with Martin Ponds Trail. At 3 miles the trail junctions with the other end of the Martin Ponds trail and also with a trail leading to the Katahdin Lake Day-use Picnic Area and canoe rentals.
Difficulty
Low
Distance
3.3 miles
Estimated time
1 hour
Region
N/A
Nearby Parks Around Katahdin Lake Trail
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Katahdin Lake Trail
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1.2 mi away
Bear Brook Group
One of two group site areas located approximately two miles from Roaring Brook Campground.
1.3 mi away
Martin Ponds (L)
Located in the Roaring Brook Area. A six person lean-to.
1.3 mi away
Roaring Brook Nature Trail
The Roaring Brook Nature Trail is a self-guided nature tour.
1.3 mi away
Little East (T)
Located on the Freeze Out Trail and Webster Lake Area. A eight person tent site.
1.3 mi away
Roaring Brook
One of the Park's busiest campgrounds, and the most popular trailhead for a hike to Katahdin.
