Katahdin Stream in Baxter National Park

Katahdin Stream

A popular family campground providing access to Katahdin via the Appalachian Trail.

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Katahdin Stream Details

Established in 1939, Katahdin Stream is a popular family campground providing access to Katahdin via the Appalachian Trail as well as access to numerous streams and ponds in the Kidney Daicey area. Summer Season: May 15 - October 15 Winter Season: December 1 - March 31 Sites: 12 lean-tos 9 tentsites 3 group sites site #1 holds 12 people site #2 holds 13 people site #3 holds 25 people Facilities: Vault outhouses no showers Activities: Hiking- access to Katahdin Fishing Skiing (winter only) Canoeing (rentals available)

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Katahdin Stream

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Katadhin Stream

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Hunt (Appalachian) Trail

The Hunt trail denotes the official route of the Appalachian trail to Baxter Peak.

0.1 mi away

Mount Katahdin

Meaning "The Greatest Mountain," it is the tallest in the state and has seen centuries of use from all cultures.

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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.