Sandy Stream Pond Trail
This trail is one of the most popular trails for viewing wildlife, particularly moose.
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Sandy Stream Pond Trail Details
This trail is one of the most popular trails for viewing wildlife, particularly moose. After leaving Roaring Brook Campground, you cross over the bridge for Roaring Brook and pass the junction with the Russell Pond Trail. After 0.7 miles you arrive at the viewpoint known as the Big Rock where you can catch your first glimpse of a moose. From there you continue to the junction with South Turner Mountain Trail, then turn west for another 0.7 mile to the junction with Russell Pond trail. Continue south on Russell Pond Trail for 1.1 miles to return to Roaring Brook Campground.
Difficulty
Low
Distance
3.1 miles
Estimated time
2.5 hours
Region
N/A
Nearby Parks Around Sandy Stream Pond Trail
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Sandy Stream Pond Trail
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0.1 mi away
Russell Pond Trail
This trail provides access to the heart of Baxter State Park.
0.1 mi away
Chimney Pond Trail
This trail is the most popular route to Baxter Peak, via Chimney Pond.
0.2 mi away
Little East (T)
Located on the Freeze Out Trail and Webster Lake Area. A eight person tent site.
0.2 mi away
Roaring Brook
One of the Park's busiest campgrounds, and the most popular trailhead for a hike to Katahdin.
0.2 mi away
Roaring Brook Nature Trail
The Roaring Brook Nature Trail is a self-guided nature tour.
