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Maine is home to many mountains and several state parks but there is only one mile-high Katahdin, the northern terminus INSIDE of the , located in the glorious Baxter State ATV Trails Park. Located right “next door” is the Katahdin Woods and & Rules...... 63-65 Waters National Monument. These incredible places are right Multi-Use Trail here in the Katahdin Region. Make us your next destination— Map (K.R.M.U.T.)...... 66-67 for adventures in our beautiful outdoors, and experiences like none other. Let us help you Discover Your Maine Thing! Canoeing & Kayaking...... 56-61 Located in the east central portion of the state, known as The Map...... 50-51 , the Katahdin region boasts scenic vistas Children’s Activities....18 and abundant wildlife throughout northern Penobscot Coun- ty’s hilly lake country, the rolling farm country of western Pe- Cross-Country Skiing nobscot, and southern Aroostook’s vast softwood flats. The & Snowshoeing....68-71 area is home to incredible wildlife; including our local celeb- Maps...... 72-79 rity the , as well as osprey, bald eagles, blue herons, Directory , black bear, white-tailed deer, fox and more. of Services...... 82-97 Festivals...... 98 Visit in spring, summer and fall to enjoy miles of hiking trails—from casual walks to challenging hikes, kayaking and Getting Here...... 5 canoeing on pristine lakes, white water rafting with up to Katahdin Area Class V rapids, world class fishing for trout, landlocked salmon Hikes...... 32-49 and smallmouth bass, birding, nature photography, mountain Map...... 50-51 biking and much more. Katahdin Woods Visit in winter to enjoy Katahdin’s spectacular snowmobiling, & Waters National Monument...... 20 cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice climbing and dog Directions...... 23 sledding. Our backyard features groomed and scenic XC ski Hikes...... 24-25 trails to accommodate beginners through experts. There Maps...... 26-27 are miles of back-country XC skiing and snowshoeing in and around and the Katahdin Woods and Waters Moose...... 10-11 National Monument as well. Snowmobilers enjoy over 350 Museums, Attractions, miles of groomed trails with welcoming lodges, food and gas Arts...... 14-17 to keep the fun going. Outdoor Recreation...... 12-13 Come for our festivals and join the fun—there’s always something going on. (schedule on page 93 and on website) Scenic Byway...... 6-7 Map...... 8-9 Whatever the season, let the Katahdin Region be your Snowmobiling... 80-81 outdoor playground. Enjoy all your outdoor activities with the breathtaking backdrop of Maine’s majesty. Wildlife...... 10-11

207-723-4443 KatahdinMaine.com 3 Getting Here The Katahdin region is closer than you think.

BY AIR: BY BUS: Bangor International Concord Coach Airport oncordcoachlines.com flybangor.com 800-639-3317 207-992-4600 Offers direct service to Logan Airport in and South Portland International BY CAR: Station I-95 North to exit 244 Jetport (Medway, Millinocket, portlandjetport.org Greyhound Baxter State Park South 207-774-7301 greyhound.com 800-231-2222 Entrance) or I-95 North to Rental cars available at both exit 264 (Sherman, Patten, airports Cyr Bus Lines Matagamon, Baxter State cyrbustours.com Park North Entrance). Millinocket Municipal 800-244-2335 Follow directions from Airport | 207-723-6649 Cyr bus offers one northbound the north or south to the The airport has 2 runways, a departure from Bangor at Swiftbrook Road entrance main terminal, 3 municipally 6:30pm daily to Medway and to the Katahdin Woods owned hangers, 3 privately points north. Daily southbound and Waters National owned hangers and 13 tie departure from Medway is at Monument, page 23. downs. Operating hours Summer 9:30am to Bangor. Contact KACC 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (or later) 7 for info on shuttles and taxi days a week; Winter 8:00 am to service. 5:00 pm Monday-Friday. Fuel with credit card service, car rentals (by reservation) and attendants on duty.

Augusta, ME...... 146 miles | 2 hrs Houlton (Canadian Border).....69 miles | 1 hr Bangor, ME...... 62 miles | 1 hr Montreal, Quebec CA...... 325 miles | 6.5 hrs Bar Harbor, ME...... 121 miles | 2 hrs City, NY...... 513 miles | 8 hrs Boston, MA...... 300 miles | 4.75 hrs Portland, ME...... 199 miles | 3 hrs Conway, NH...... 233 miles | 4 hrs Greenville, ME...... 85 miles | 2 hrs Quebec CA...... 326 miles | 5 hours Halifax, Nova Scotia CA..... 410 miles | 6.5 hrs St. John NB, CA...... 173 miles | 3.5 hours Open Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri & Sat 10 AM - 6 PM And by appointment or chance Wed and Sun Cover Images: Mark Picard Wildlife Photography and Moose Prints Gallery, Rick Coming from a distance? Feel free to call ahead! Levasseur. KACC would like to thank the following for their contributions and photos: 58 Central Street, Millinocket, Maine • 207-447-6906 • www.moosprintsgallery.com Mark Picard Wildlife Photography and Moose Prints Gallery, Photography by Mike, Anita Mueller, Baxter State Park, Elliotsville Plantation, Katahdin Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument, The Maine Highlands, Outdoor Center, Northern Timber Cruisers, North Light Gallery, Don Nodine, Matt Scaccia/The Nature Conservancy, Bill Patterson/The Nature Conservancy, Milllinocket Historical Society, Jeff Anderson

207-723-4443 KatahdinMaine.com 5 KATAHDIN WOODS AND WATERS Scenic Byway

The Katahdin Woods & Waters Scenic Byway takes visitors through some of the most spectacular natural landscape that inland Maine has to offer.

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Dominating that landscape is Katahdin, Maine’s tallest mountain at 5,268 feet, the northern terminus of the Appalachian Trail. The Byway begins at the southern entrance of Baxter State Park and winds its way through Millinocket, along Route 11 and the to Patten, ending at Baxter’s northern entrance at Grand Lake Matagamon. When you visit the Katahdin Area, you visit Maine’s tallest mountain, its mightiest river, its greatest State Park, and its new National Monument.

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9 O IC O 11 NT LLA 60 Miles 244 2 AATT Birding As an official stop on the Maine Birding Trail, the region has many diverse Wildlife habitats for bird watchers. With four thousand feet of changing elevation in Baxter State Park, birders will find an extraordinary amount of diversity. Boreal species including , Grey Jay, Black-backed Woodpecker, Boreal Chickadee, Cape May, Blackpoll and Bay- Check out the Maine Birding breasted Warblers are often the target Trail website (mainebirdingtrail​ species of birders who visit the area. .com/Boreals.html) for pictures Venture out on your own or take part in and information about some of a weekend birding tour hosted by a local our local birds. inn or remote . Good Boreal Sites Moose & Wildlife Tours Katahdin: Baxter State Park is full of boreal habitat, though much of it is at The moose is our local celebrity, with its imposing size and unique physique. In elevation. Along the road, mixed boreal the spring, as the water plants sprout in shallow water, moose emerge from habitat extends from Katahdin Stream deep in the woods and are easy to spot along the roadside. Late May and early Campground through Nesowadnehunk June, they wade out at dawn and dusk to avoid the bugs and continue to forage. Field Campground to Trout Brook Farm. The Moose often adopt a routine, so campers and people out at these times can four mile stretch above Nesowadnehunk encounter them almost like clockwork. Although quiet and shy by nature, care Field is particularly boreal. Hunting should be taken to give moose safe distance, particularly a cow with her calf in The Katahdin Region is a the spring, or a male in rut in the fall, as they can be aggressive. The home of Katahdin has become a wonderful area for bear, tremendous place to visit for birders, Our area is fortunate to have a variety of moose and wildlife tours available moose and deer trophy with 209,000 acres filled with difficult- by van, boat and plane/seaplane. If you prefer not to join a group tour, our hunting. With vast woods to-find birds. The State Park has acres of experienced, licensed guides offer private tours. Along with moose you will be surrounding the town- wilderness to be appreciated and is full treated to beautiful views of Katahdin, mountain streams, lakes and more. Other ships, wildlife abounds. of experiences for any birder to take in. wildlife frequently seen include white-tailed deer, fox, and black bear. Along the Bear, beaver, grouse, marshes and streams you may observe beaver, , mink and otter. Birds to see: American Pipits, Bicknell’s pheasant, fox, rabbit and Thrush, Blackpoll Warblers, Black-backed other birds are all plenti- Woodpeckers, Boreal Chickadees, Lease ful as well. Guide services Fishing Flycatchers, Merlin, Spruce Grouse, Yellow- can assist in planning, Whether it’s ice fishing, whipping the fly rod downstream, trolling the lakes bellied Flycatchers outfitting and guiding or casting from shore—the Katahdin Region has it all. With both the East and West branches of the Penobscot River, the Pemadumcook Chain of Lakes and the : This fee area is you on the hunting expe- many other ponds, lakes and streams that dot the area, a variety of fish await Maine’s premier working forest. Public rience of a lifetime. Our the eager fisherman. The West Branch of the Penobscot is noted as one of the access is encouraged, but make sure to sporting camps provide best fisheries for land-locked salmon in the nation. Smallmouth bass fishing is get good maps and info at the entrance lodging, meals, guides, unparalleled in the lower reaches of the Penobscot. You can find more pristine gate. Large boreal stands are present transportation and every- thing you need for a suc- trout waters for native here than anywhere in the lower 48 states. throughout the North Maine Woods and Registered Guides, lodges and tackle shops can help tailor your fishing desires cessful hunt. every trip is an adventure. and needs.

10 Spring, Summer and Fall KatahdinMaine.com 207-723-4443 Spring, Summer and Fall 11 Outdoor Recreation

White Water Rafting Fly on Floats, Wheels or Skis White water enthusiasts will enjoy the Class 1-5 rapids on the East and West Branches of Whatever the season, enjoy the beautiful Katahdin Region from the air. Experienced pilots the Penobscot. Trips include “The Ultimate” where you run the Class 5 rapids two times, offer scenic, survey, photo and wildlife flights from land or water. overnight camping and rafting excursions, multiple river excursions and more. Families with children as young as four can raft together on a Family Rafting Tour (Class 1 rapids) For the more adventurous visitors, book “The Bush Plane Adventure”, a lower altitude complete with riverside bar-b-que, swimming and natural water slides. Rafting/lodging/ flight providing a unique view of the landscape. If you are looking for a special evening, meal packages are available. Whatever your rafting needs are, let our outfitters design the fly into one of Maine’s historic remote sporting camps, enjoy a memorable dinner and perfect river adventure for you and your family. then fly out. Fly-in fishing, canoe, and moose tours can be arranged (canoe included)— just bring your lunch! Shuttle service for hikers is available and you can even have a float Guide Services plane pick you up and deliver you right to your own dock. The Katahdin Region from the The Katahdin Area offers a wide range of guide services and outfitters. Our fishing guides host sky is an excellent way to truly see the vast forest, pristine lakes, meandering rivers and, a variety of trips on the Penobscot River or have them guide you to the more remote ponds and of course, Katahdin itself. lakes in the region. Many guides offer hiking and canoeing trips with all gear included as well as shuttle service. Private moose/wildlife tours or photo tours are available. Sporting Camps & Lodges Maine is noted for big white-tailed deer, moose and some of the best bear hunting in the United Located on pristine lakes in the heart of the Maine woods, sporting camps have been States. We have numerous guides that will work with you to arrange your hunting trip. a tradition for over 100 years. Today many of these camps are modernized with full bathroom facilities and electricity. Others offer gas lights and wood stoves for a more rustic setting. Many offer both housekeeping meal plans or the popular full meal plan served around the dinner table in the main Golf lodge. Summer offers canoeing, swimming, wildlife, fishing, hiking Hillcrest Golf Club is a member-owned 9-hole course located at One Golf and just relaxing while the winter provides warm cozy cabins for Club Rd. in Millinocket. Each hole is unique and challenging. No. 6 tee and snowmobiling, ice fishing and cross-country skiing. Guide services No. 7 green offer great views of Katahdin. are available for traditional hunting and fishing, as well as for wildlife excursions. Whether you are planning a family vacation, A complete golf club, Hillcrest offers club rentals, cart rentals, 9/18 hole hunting or fishing excursion, or a corporate retreat, you will find green rates, leagues, Sunday morning tournaments, Pro Shop and youth your perfect getaway at one of the many area’s sporting camps. instruction. The clubhouse serves lunches throughout the day, along with a full bar. Patrons can lounge in the bar, the main dining room, or relax on Bicycling the covered porch overlooking the course. Catering services are offered at Great bicycling can be found in the Katahdin Region! Check the club for wedding receptions, family and class reunions or group meet- out maps on BikeMaine.org for several different routes in the ings. For more information contact the club at 207-723-8410 or visit the web- area. Enjoy plenty of great mountain biking in the Monument, site: hillcrestgolfme.com. Bring your clubs and play Hillcrest in the shadow and on a variety of trails, including the K.R.M.U.T.. of beautiful Mt. Katahdin. You will enjoy the experience.

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& The Arts The Patten Lumbermen’s Museum, located at 61 Shin Pond Road in Patten, is home to nine buildings housing the vast collection of tools and equipment that reflect every aspect of the woodsmen’s life and work in the 1800’s and the first three decades of the 20th century. Your tour will include dioramas of camp life, heavy equipment, tools, models, films, a blacksmith shop, a gift shop and more. Paid admission. lumbermensmuseum.org | 207-528-2650.

Museums The Oakfield Railroad Museum is dedicated to the early years of railroad transportation. The Antique Snowmobile Museum is located at the Northern Timber Cruisers Clubhouse Besides seeing the historic wood frame station building, you can be intrigued by hundreds on the Millinocket Lake Road in Millinocket. The museum features a host of reconditioned of photographs—some of which are over a century old. There are also vintage signs sleds from a number of early manufacturers, all of which are in working condition. The and advertising pieces, signal lanterns, original railroad maps, telegraph equipment, museum is open by appointment. northerntimbercruisers.com | 207-723-6203. newspapers, a hand car, a motor car, restored mail carts, the C-66 caboose, and a , located on Rt. 11 between Millinocket and Brownville, houses the weathervane that came from the top of the old water tower that was demolished in 1982. skeletons of a and charcoal kiln—the only remnants of the Katahdin Iron Open weekends 1:00-4:00 Memorial Day to Labor Day. No fee, donations appreciated. Works—which operated for a total of 25 years between 1843-1890 and is tied closely 207-267-5882 to technological advances in the iron industry. KIW had 16 charcoal kilns like the one The Ambajejus Boom House, operated and maintained by the West Branch Historical remaining, with each kiln burning 50 cords of wood and producing the charcoal vital to Preservation Committee, is located on the Pemadumcook Chain of Lakes and is open fueling the blast furnace. At one time, the Iron Works employed 400 men, using 200 horses spring through fall. The facility has been restored to its original state which once housed and oxen to cut and haul the 20,000 cords of wood burned yearly in the kilns. KIW was river drivers who stayed overnight while working the log drives of years past. This historic donated to the Maine Bureau of Parks and Recreation and became a historic site in 1965. building holds countless artifacts, tools and equipment from the bygone logging days. It Extensive restoration was done on the furnace and kiln in 1966. Surrounding KIW is beautiful is only accessible by boat or float plane. Donations accepted. Ambajejus Boom House, P.O. scenery along with numerous recreational opportunities. One of the most popular hikes is Box 362, Ambajejus Lake, Millinocket, ME 04462 | themaineboomhouses.org | 207-731-3672 Gulf Hagas, a 3.5 mile gorge through slate bedrock, known as the Grand Canyon of the East. A road fee is charged at the gate. northmainewoods.org The Chesuncook Boom or Boarding House sits on a high point of land at the place where meets the western extremity of Ripogenos Lake. This is the site of the original Chesuncook Dam. There are outstanding views of the back side of the Katahdin Range and the length of Chesuncook Lake. The area has a rich history of dam building and The Millinocket Historical Society’s Museum, located at 80 Central movement of wood in both long log and four foot bolts over many years. The Boarding St., offers a look at over a century of life in Millinocket andthe House is a frame building two stories high. Originally equipped with electrical generation, surrounding area. In addition to the main display room, there steam heat, and a horse barn, it had sleeping accommodations for 24 men and was built are several theme rooms including the School Room, the Service in about 1916. It is currently in the process of being restored. Room, logging and river driver tools and photos, and much more. continued on next page millinockethistoricalsociety.org | 207-723-5477

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Keeping with the tradition of Katahdin and the arts, many art- ists, photographers and writers come to the region to be inspired by the beauty and serenity that is Katahdin. Area artisans have teamed up with local inns and sporting camps to offer outstand- ing instruction and lodging packages with an array of workshops including photography, oil painting, watercolor and writing.

The Arts The Katahdin Region has a long history of attracting famous artists, poets and journalists to the area. explored the Maine Woods on three occasions: in 1846 he traveled the West Branch by Batteau, intent on climbing Katahdin; in 1853 he accompanied a moose-hunting expedition; and in 1857 he visited the upper Allagash. Henry David Thoreau penned three essays on his travels in the North Maine Woods and spent his final days preparing said essays for publication. His last words in 1862 were “Indian” and “moose”— references to his Maine experiences. Well known artists have come to experience and paint the sunsets, sunrises and storms of Katahdin over the years, including , who painted Katahdin for over 40 years. Church is associated with the of American Landscape Painters. Maine native Marsden Hartley, an American modernist painter, poet, and essayist began painting Katahdin at age 62.

The region offers fine art galleries as well as crafts and collectibles created by regional artisans in all mediums and price ranges. The galleries are owner-operated and the artists are typically onsite to share their knowledge and answer questions you may have about their work.

207-723-4443 Spring, Summer and Fall 17 Children’s ;;Rent a canoe or kayak and explore ;;Have your picture taken at one of the areas lakes, ponds or Pockwockamus Rock or the MA_NE streams. sign in East Millinocket. Activities ;;Book a guided canoe or kayak ;;Book a Moose or Wildlife Tour excursion. via van, boat or plane.

;;Bring a picnic, swim and enjoy the ;;Visit the Millinocket Historical sand beach at Togue Pond. Society’s Museum to see exhibits such as: the Old School Room and the ;;Take home a moose track! Make your sports corner, as well as logging and own plaster casts of moose or other river driving tools and photos. animal tracks and take them with you. You need plaster of Paris, water ;;Take to the skies for a wildlife tour, and a mixing bowl. sightseeing flight or fly-in fishing excursion. ;;Spend the day enjoying a family friendly white water rafting trip. ;;Pick berries in season; Maine Many companies offer “soft” rafting is home to wild blueberries, appropriate for small children. blackberries and raspberries. ;;Borrow a Children’s Naturalist Adventure Backpack from Baxter State Park at Togue Pond Visitor Center, Matagamon ;;Swim in the East Branch of the ;;Treat yourself to a Whoopie Pie—the Official Maine State Treat. Gate and roadside Ranger Stations. Packs are free, on Penobscot River at the Medway loan on a first come first serve basis and include dip nets, Recreation Complex. ;;Head South on Rt. 11 and spend the binoculars, guides, flashlight, sketch pad and much more. day at beautiful Jo-Mary Beach. (Fee) ;;Grab the hot dogs, marshmallows, ;;Check out the kids and adult programs at the Millinocket chocolate and graham crackers and ;;Visit “Ledge Falls” in Baxter. Memorial Library. Wifi, community events, books, eBooks. make treats over a campfire. Bring a life jacket, picnic and towel to millinocketmemoriallibrary.org spend the afternoon enjoying ;;Enjoy an afternoon at the Millinocket ;;Visit the Patten Lumbermen’s Museum—Nine buildings of tools and equipment this natural waterslide. Municipal Pool, Sports Complex, and that reflect woodsmen’s life and work in the 1800’s. Also, heavy equipment such as (Not recommended for small children) Playground. horse drawn logging sleds, tote sleds, wagons and more. ;;Book a Guided Fishing Excursion. ;;Drive around the Katahdin Loop Road ;;Hike to the Ice Cave in the Wilderness Area. While you are in the Katahdin Woods and Waters ;;Tube on the East Branch of the there, hike down to First Debsconeag Lake and up to the “Lookout.“ Pack a lunch National Monument, with lots of Penobscot River beginning at and don’t forget your flashlight for the cave. This 2.5 mile hike offers spectacular short hiking opportunites, and some Matagamon. views of Katahdin. Appropriate for children of all ages. incredible vistas. ;;Take a trip to the North Entrance ;;Every Saturday morning in July and August, rain or shine, Baxter Park provides ;;Visit the Ambajejus or the of Baxter State Park and enjoy children’s programs at a campground. Contact Elise Goplerud at 207-731-4458 or Chesuncook Boom houses for a look the numerous trails and scenery [email protected]. baxterstateparkauthority.com at what life was like for the men who including South Branch Falls. ; hauled the logs down the Penobscot ;Fish, bar-b-que, and hunt for frogs at Jerry Pond, open for fishing to children under 16 (sunfish, brook trout, shiners and hornpout. Accompanying adult must have Maine River. A fascinating look at life in the ;;Pick a warm, clear night and go star fishing license). early 1900’s gazing and catch fireflies.

18 Spring, Summer and Fall KatahdinMaine.com 207-723-4443 Spring, Summer and Fall 19 Gravel Roads: Many of the roads you will be traveling on are active, gravel logging roads. Always travel on the right, never stop on the road itself, do not linger on roads or stop on bridges. Park your vehicle well off Katahdin the road or in a parking lot. Always yield to logging trucks! There are normally no logging trucks on the Katahdin Woods & Waters Loop Road. Once you enter the gates, however, you may encounter hikers, bikers, horses and, of course, wildlife. National Monument Dogs: Leashed dogs are welcome in the Katahdin Woods and Waters Recreation Area.

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The Katahdin Loop Road (17 mile loop) is a popular way to get an overview of the Katahdin Woods & Waters National Mon- Monument with spectacular views of Katahdin. The road from Route 11 to the loop, and ument is a special part of Maine with the loop road itself, are gravel roads that are graded so that a regular passenger car can world-class fishing, hunting, hiking, traverse this during the summer season without difficulty. There are no services in the snowmobiling, canoeing, mountain bik- Monument, so make sure you are stocked up on food and fuel as cell phone service is ing and spectacular views of Katahdin. It spotty to non-existent. There are outdoor toilet facilities along the way, but no potable is administered by the National Park Ser- water, so bring an adequate supply. vice and was established on August 24, During the winter, enjoy snowmobiling on the east side of the East Branch of the 2016. Penobscot River, and skiing from the Monument’s northern entrance. Take Route 159/ Bordered on the west by Baxter State Grand Lake Road out of Patten to access the winter skiing near Matagamon. Park, with the East Branch of the Penob- Wildlife: People come to Maine to see moose and there’s no place better than the Katahdin scot River running through its heart, the Region. Take the 17-mile car ride around the clearly marked Katahdin Loop Road and you area includes amazing opportunities will have a great chance of seeing Maine’s iconic big game animal. Keep your eyes peeled for traditional outdoor activities. Whether it’s canoeing and for eagles, black bears and lynx too; you never know what may show up to say hello! fishing the rivers, streams and ponds, hiking or mountain biking the miles of Hunting: Hunting the “king of game birds”—a title applied evenly to and trails, or riding a snowmobile deep into the heart of the Maine Woods, Katahdin woodcock—amidst the fall foliage of Maine’s North Woods should be on every sportsman’s Woods & Waters National Monument is a special place for everyone to enjoy. bucket list. The Monument is open to hunting on all of its lands east of the East Branch of the Penobscot River. Mountain Biking: Crisscrossed with old logging roads and trails, Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument has mountain biking for most experience levels. Winding through the nps.gov/kaww woods, the trails along the East Branch take you by Haskell Rock and the Hulling Machine, Find information about road conditions, while others climb the ridgelines for unparalleled views. stamp cancellations for the National Parks Fishing: Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument offers world-class fishing Passport program, Children’s Activities, opportunities: remote ponds filled with wild and native brook trout plus the scenic East and maps of the Monument. Stop into Branch of the Penobscot that holds species from brook trout to smallmouth bass and one of their offices: 200 Penobscot Ave. in Millinocket, ME or at the Patten Lumbermen’s landlocked salmon. The remote and wild Wassataquoik will challenge any angler with its Museum (check website for hours). You pools and rips, and the offers fantastic spring and fall trout fishing with a can also get your Passport stamped at the more gentle grade. Katahdin Area Chamber of Commerce!

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From the South: 1. Take Interstate 95 North to Exit 244 Medway/Millinocket or Exit 264 to Sherman/Patten. 2a. From Exit 244, turn left onto Rt. 157 West for just under a mile then turn right onto Rt. 11 North (also called the Grindstone Road and Maine Scenic Byway), just before you cross the East Branch of the Penobscot River. Travel on Rt. 11 for 19.9 miles before coming to to a sharp right turn. Turn left there onto a gravel road – this is the Swift Brook Road. 2b. From Exit 264, turn left and then follow the signs for Rt. 11 South. In approximately 5.2 miles you will come to a sharp left turn – go straight onto a gravel road – this is the Swift Brook Road. 3. Travel 5.2 miles on the Swift Brook Road (one bridge crossing, go slow, use caution). This is an active logging road, so be prepared to yield to trucks.

You will come to a fork and see a sign for the Katahdin Loop Road; take a left at the fork. For the Lunksoos Boat Launch, go straight (bear right) here. Travel 2.5 miles on the Swift Brook Road and you will come to the Whetstone Bridge over the East Branch of the Penobscot. Cross the bridge, and stay on this main road -- do not turn off! Watch out for active logging trucks turning onto and off of the road from the Whetstone Bridge for the next 4.5 miles – logging trucks have the right of way. Follow KWW Loop signs approx. 4 miles to a kiosk on the left at Sandbank Campsite. Continue past kiosk (please sign in) and STAY LEFT of the KWW Gate. Vehicle access is not available winter through mud season. Visit nps.gov/kaww for road conditions and access. Lunksoos Boat Launch can be reached by bearing right at the fork and following the Seboeis River Road approx. 2 miles. The boat launch is on your left beyond the kiosk. The gravel roads remain closed until the spring mud season ends and the roads are opened for the season. Check with the for updates.

From the North: 1. Take Interstate 95 South to Exit 264 Sherman. 2. Turn left and drive approximately 1/8 mile; take left onto Rt. 11 South. Follow Rt. 11 South (also known as Grindstone Road) for 5.2 miles. On a very sharp left hand curve, go straight onto a gravel road—this is the Swift Brook Road. 3. Continue with step 3 of the From the South directions above once you turn onto the Swift Brook Road.

207-723-4443 Spring, Summer and Fall 23 KATAHDIN WOODSNational AND WATERS Monument Hikes

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A. Sandbank C. Orin Falls Hike Distance: 6 miles round trip (gravel roads, use caution Nature Walk crossing bridge) | Difficulty: Easy Distance: .25 mile round trip | Difficulty: Easy Wassataquoik Stream and Orin Falls -- Described by Myron Avery as “a brawling mountain torrent of the clearest water, tumbling along a bed Park just before the Loop Road Gate choked with enormous pink boulders,” the Wassataquoik descends in continuous rapids and follow signs to a small pond with a bench from Baxter State Park to the Penobscot River’s East Branch, a distance of about 14 miles. for wildlife viewing. Be very quiet, don’t Once a scene of intense logging activity in the 19th century, it is now one of the wildest, slam car doors, and talk quietly or not at least-developed watersheds in the northeast. The Wassataquoik Tote Rd. was built along all to avoid scaring possible wildlife in the stream to support logging operations in the 1950’s and early 60’s. Orin Falls is an the pond. Very easy 5 minute walk. (Foot attractive stretch of rapids well worth a visit. Also, Donn Fendler (Lost on a Mountain In traffic only) Maine) followed sections of the Wassataquoik down to the East Branch and his rescue at Lunksoos Camps. B. Lynx Pond Walk Directions: Drive 2 miles past the Loop Road Gate. At Katahdin Loop Road intersection Distance: .4 mile round trip | turn right, drive 1.5 miles and turn right at Wassataquoik Gate sign. Drive approx. 3 miles Difficulty: Easy to the service gate and park your vehicle. Follow the road north (turns left) staying on the Early morning and evening hours IAT across Katahdin Brook — 1.5 miles to the intersection. Go straight here for 1.5 miles to best for wildlife sightings at this quiet little Orin Falls sign on the right. Walk in 100 yards to the falls. pond. Drive approx. 2 miles past the Loop D. Barnard Mountain Hike Road Gate. At the intersection turn Distance: 4 miles round trip left. In approx. ¼ mile, look for a sign Difficulty: Moderate

on the right. Parking is just ahead Barnard Mountain Summit: (1,621 ft.) A gentle climb to a tree-covered on the left. Be very quiet on your summit with terrific views of Katahdin and Katahdin Lake. approach. Walk approx. 2/10 of a mile to a bench on the pond. Very easy Directions: Drive 2 miles past the Loop Road Gate. At the Loop Road intersection turn right. 5 minute walk with a short, narrow Drive 5 miles to Barnard Mountain—sign located on the right. Park and follow the IAT boardwalk to the pond. (Foot traffic North, crossing Katahdin Brook. There is an outhouse located just behind the IAT lean-to only) on the left side of the trail. In 1 mile the trail forks to the right; walk about .25 mile and see the sign for Barnard Mt. trailhead on right. Easy hiking along well built switchbacks to the top of Barnard Mt. with an estimated 2+ hours total hiking time, round trip.

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Family-friendly Difficulty: Easy/Moderate Bicyling Distance: 3 miles round trip | Time: 2 hours Dogs Park at the Ice Cave Parking lot located at the end of the Hurd Pond Road—a left turn off of welcomed the Golden Road immediately after crossing Abol Bridge. Drive about 4 miles and keep left at the fork to reach the trailhead. Walk around the gate and begin the wooded foot trail. (Don’t Snowmobiling follow either of the two roads)

ATV You will walk through a mixed hardwood/softwood forest and experience a slight elevation gain. When you reach an old “skid trail”, follow the markers left for a hundred yards until Cross Country you take a right back on the forested path. On this section you will find numerous huge, Skiing fern covered boulders. As you continue on the trail you will come to an intersection: The Wildlife Scenic Lookout Trail will be 0.2 miles to your right, the First Debsconeag Lake and the Ice Cave Watching Trails will be to your left. Views from the Scenic Lookout are spectacular. To the East is the Tenting/ Debsconeag Deadwater and Omaha Beach; below you (South) will be First Debsconeag Lake, Camping a deep tributary of the Penobscot watershed, home to brook trout, lake trout and land-locked Fishing salmon. Head back down the trail to see the Ice Cave (0.1 miles from the intersection) or down to the shore of First Debsconeag (0.2 miles)—this is a great place to sit and have lunch. Snowshoeing The Ice Cave is a talus type; this means that it was formed by a pile of heavy boulders that Hiking Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to accurately describe the distance, difficulty, location and were plowed together by during the thus forming a cave. These types of ADA Accessible trail description of all hikes, both in and out of Baxter State caves are not common. Steel rungs in the rocks provide access into the cave. Use extreme Park, and to reflect the most accurate information available caution if there is ice present above you or underfoot on your descent. Condensed moisture at the time of printing. However, all trails are subject to on the steel rungs or rocks may be slippery; the rungs may be covered by ice that is not Swimming closure and trail conditions may change at any time. You are responsible for your own safety. Please remember passable early in the summer. Bring a flashlight so you can explore the cave. Ice and snow to Carry In and Carry Out. *Note: When planning your hike can usually be found until August or later and you will feel the cool air immediately. Fee account for driving times to and from trailheads.

32 Spring, Summer and Fall KatahdinMaine.com 207-723-4443 Spring, Summer and Fall 33 Katahdin Area Hikes EXPLORE CONTINUED see map on pages 48-49 The parking lot for the following trails is south of the Golden Road, five miles west of Abol Bridge. The turn is an unmarked road at the top of the hill just west of the sign for Horserace Brook campsite. You THE MAINE HIGHLANDS will see a small sign once you turn in. Follow the dirt road for several hundred yards and park single- file, facing out, along the side of the road at the trailhead near Horserace Brook. Do not park in or block the area at the trailhead which is needed as a turnaround during busy periods. Horserace Pond Trail, Natural Wonder • Endless Discovery the Blue Trail, and the Rainbow Loop Trail all begin at the same trailhead and the same entrance trail. 2a. Horserace Pond Trail

Difficulty: Moderate | Distance: 4 miles round trip | Time: Varies After parking, cross the foot bridge over the stream and walk 1/2 mile to the intersection of the Horserace Pond Trail and the Blue Trail. Turn right to go to Horserace Pond. This Trail continues to meander along the picturesque Horserace Brook that drains the pond, as well as through a stand of old-growth hemlock. There is often some wet and slippery footing on the upper end of this trail. The pristine Horserace Pond is surrounded by deep green conifers and granite cliffs and boulders. There are two backcountry campsites on the banks of the pond. Dogs are not permitted. 2b. Blue Trail

Difficulty: Strenuous | Distance: 5 miles round trip | Time: Varies The Blue Trail is the left fork and is a steeper 2.3-mile hike past Clifford and Woodman ponds, ending at . This trail is strenuous, so bring good hiking shoes and plenty of water, food, and day pack supplies. The path leads through some remarkable stands of old-growth forest. Rainbow Lake, the end of the trail is the largest of the lakes in the Debsconeag Lakes Wilderness Area. It is also one of twelve lakes in Maine with arctic char, a native fish related to salmon and trout. Dogs are not permitted. 2c. Rainbow Loop Trail

Difficulty: Strenuous | Distance: 7.5 mile loop | Time: 4-6 hours or more Enjoy the best of Horserace and Blue Trails! The Rainbow Loop Trail is a new trail, built in fall 2016, that connects Horserace Pond to the Blue Trail to form a loop option. The trail is blazed orange and can be hiked in either direction passing through stands of ancient pine, spruce and hemlock. Vistas near the summit provide spectacular views of Katahdin to the Northeast as well as expansive views of Rainbow Lake and the Hundred-Mile Wilderness section of the Appalachian Trail to the south. If you would like to add the vistas to your hike but not make the full Loop, consider climbing via the Blue trail and possibly turn around at the first wide open vista of Rainbow Lake with the large cairn (rockpile)—from that point it is shorter to return via the Blue Trail than to complete the loop via Horserace Pond. Camping Call or visit our website for a opportunities exist at Horserace Pond. Dogs are not permitted. FREE vacation planning guide.

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3. River Pond Nature Trail (Located at Mile 15 on the Golden Road) 6. Katahdin Region Multi-Use Trail (K.R.M.U.T.)

Difficulty: Easy | Distance: Varies | Time: Varies Difficulty: Easy/Moderate | Distance: Varies | Time: Varies The River Pond Nature Trail, owned and maintained by the private landowner, Katahdin Managed by the Northern Timber Cruisers Club in cooperation with Katahdin Forest Forest Management, has a variety of trails allowing you to customize your hike. Along Management (landowner), this multi-use trail is open to both non-motorized and motorized the trail are several sites that include: a Borrow Pit (nesting site for Swallows and Belted use. Walking, biking, hiking, snowshoeing, dog sledding and skiing are permitted on the Kingfishers), a Riparian Zone (named for the shore land adjacent to lakes, ponds, rivers or trail along with snowmobiles in the winter and ATVs in the other seasons. The speed limit streams and usually frequented by wildlife)—which exists for 1.1 miles along River Pond, on the trail is 25 mph and right of way is given to any non-motorized users. One longer and wildlife habitats for many species that the diverse vegetation in the area supports. hike begins at the Bait Hole Trail and continues to the picnic area at . Park Along the trail are areas that include evidence of a forest fire from 1950 as well as in the lot and cross Rt. 11 to begin your hike. It is 5.5 miles from this starting point to South plantation management areas. (These fire areas were harvested and planted with black Twin Lake. At South Twin there is a picnic area, swimming and a breathtaking view of spruce seedlings in 1992. These trees will be ready for final harvest in 35-45 years.) Keep your eyes open for moose as they can be in the pond or in the woods. They appear gentle Katahdin. Pack a picnic lunch and enjoy the day. but they are wild animals so be sure to give them plenty of room. In the late summer you will find wild berries such as blueberries along the trail. The trail features a scenic view of 7. Gulf Hagas Trail System Katahdin 7 miles to the north from River Pond. Stop in at the KACC for a Self-Guided Tour Map and Guide of this Trail.

4. Michael Michaud Walking & Biking Trail (In-town Paved Path) Difficulty: Difficult/Strenuous Distance:| 8.9 miles total with shorter trails available | Time: Half day to a Full day Take Rt. 11 South from Millinocket approximately 25 miles to the Katahdin Iron Works Road Difficulty: Easy | Distance: 1.65 miles | Time: Varies and Checkpoint. There is a fee at the checkpoint along with information and maps. This The Michaud Walking/Biking Trail, located in downtown Millinocket, is completely paved beautiful trail system can be accessed via three different routes. One option utilizes the and very easy for anyone to walk on or bike. Parts of the path take you beside scenic Appalachian Trail as an approach. This trail starts from the Gulf Hagas Parking Area on the Millinocket Stream while other parts provide lovely greenery in the summer and beautiful KIW Road and can be followed as far as Gulf Hagas Brook, a tributary to the Pleasant River. colors in the fall. Local citizens have spent countless hours planting flowers, trees and At this point the Gulf Hagas Loop Trail begins, which is 5.2 miles in length. The entire round plants, creating lovely landscapes for your enjoyment. If you are driving to the trail to begin trip is 8.9 miles with considerable rugged climbing along the rim of the Gulf. Visitors your walk you can park behind Stearns High School and start from there. From downtown should be prepared for the exertion required to complete the loop trip. If you start from Millinocket (Penobscot Ave.), you can park at Veteran’s Memorial Park and take Birch St. to the Gulf Hagas Parking Area you will ford the Pleasant River for about 150 feet in knee or Kermit Crandall Park. You can also park at Kermit Crandall Park to begin. thigh deep water in order to continue on the trail. Another option is to drive to the Hay Brook parking area which does not require wading across the Pleasant River. The third 5. The Bait Hole Trails option is to drive to the Upper Gulf Parking area and follow DOGS ALLOWED the marked trail into the head of the Gulf. The Loop Trail IN SUMMER & FALL ONLY can also be done from this end of the gorge. Gulf Hagas is known as “The Grand Canyon of Maine” and provides Difficulty: Easy | Distance: 1.5 to 2.5 miles | Time: Varies hikers with numerous beautiful , breathtaking The Bait Hole is located approximately four miles southwest of Millinocket on Rt. 11 South views of the gulf, the Pleasant River, rapids, old growth —2.7 miles past the entrance to Millinocket Regional Hospital. Park in the parking lot on pine and more. If you have young children or are a new the right side of the road, cross the railroad tracks and from there use either the Bait Hole hiker, it is possible to hike 4 miles in from the lower end Mile Loop (2 ½ miles) or the North Twin Dam Loop (1 ½ miles). This is a nice walk for children and adults who want a leisurely jaunt through the woods with some very nice of the Gulf to see Screw Auger Falls or hike 3 miles from views of Katahdin. There is a kiosk with an interpretive sign and trails. Open for cross- the Upper Gulf Parking area to see Stair and Billing Falls. country skiing and snowshoeing in the winter. Sturdy footwear is recommended.

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Please do not steal signs or cut down trees along the trail. You are responsible not only for your own safety, but for 8. Mt. Chase the safety of others; be considerate of those who follow. 10. Seboeis River Heritage Trail

Difficulty: Easy/Moderate | Time: Approx. 1 ½ hours from base to top Difficulty: Easy/Moderate | Distance: 1 ½ miles | Time: 1 to 2 hours One of the best climbs in the area is 2,440 ft. Mt. Chase. To reach the trail, head north on From Exit 264 Sherman/Patten, follow Rt. 159 West for 9.8 miles until it ends at Shin Pond. Rt. 11. 6 ½ miles north of Patten turn left onto Mountain Rd., a dirt road. (Be aware, sign is On right just before crossing the Seboeis River Bridge in T5-R7, there is a parking area. The easy to miss.) You will travel about 2.5 miles on this road, (higher clearance vehicles are Seboeis River Heritage Trail head is located across Rt. 159 West and continues 1 to 1 ½ miles better suited) past several logging road turn-offs, to a field. The trail is at the end of the along the Seboeis River to the confluence at Shin Brook. field on your right, just beyond a culvert. The trailhead is marked with a small crude sign. This hike can be accomplished in 1 to 2 hours and is suitable for hikers of average ability. Most of the climb is in the forest below the tree line where you will find assorted flora, The trail is easy to moderate with small rocky hills and look-out areas, following the mosses, birds and small mammals. At the top is a granite plate (approx. 200 ft.) which is contours of the land adjacent to the river through pine plantations, abandoned logging a nice spot for a picnic. Views include Sugarloaf Mountain, Upper and Lower Shin Ponds, camp land and natural growth forests. The Seboeis River has significant history beginning and breathtaking views of Katahdin and all the peaks in Baxter State Park. in the late 1800’s when waterways were used to transport logs. Picnic tables and a primitive restroom facility are available. Fishermen have long valued the river as a resource for wild 9. Shin Brook Falls Brook Trout.

Difficulty: Easy/Moderate to Upper Falls and top of Lower Falls; Moderate/ difficult to Lower Falls LANDOWNERS: Distance: 0.3 miles to Upper or Lower Falls; 0.7 mile loop for both Time: 10 to 15 minutes We Thank You From Exit 264 Sherman/Patten, follow Rt. 159 West 9.8 miles until it ends at Shin Pond. At Hiking in the Katahdin Shin Pond, Rt. 159 continues straight as the paved Grand Lake Road. Drive approximately Region would not be 5.1 miles on Grand Lake Road and turn left onto Shin Brook Falls Rd, a dirt road. Parking possible without the support area is straight ahead. of private landowners Located on private land but open to the public, Shin Brook Falls is one of Maine’s finest and access to their lands. and is a plunge and horsetails type of . Three drops are found at the falls with Please respect the land, stay the last one a spectacular drop of 30 feet. This horsetail spreads diagonally as it flows on marked trails, always over rows and rows of rock shelves. Trail begins to the right of the parking lot and starts off mostly flat until you reach a fork. At the fork go left and about 300 feet in the trail will carry-in and carry-out, do narrow and lead off deeper into the woods on the right. To visit the base of the Lower not remove plants, do not Falls—go right and after about 25 feet the path will begin to descend on a very steep and feed the wildlife and stay rough trail. The base of the Lower Falls is about 500 feet away. The descent can be difficult a respectful distance from and caution needs to be used. You can also choose to visit the Upper Falls and the top of any wild animals and birds. the Lower Falls. A very steep and rough trail connects the top of the Lower Falls with its base. You can make a nice loop out of both waterfalls, however this connecting trail is not When hiking in Baxter State recommended for children. There is one section of the trail with a steep drop-off so again Park, North Maine Woods use caution. Fishing is excellent below the falls. and The Nature Conservancy, please follow their rules.

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BAXTER STATE PARK BASIC INFORMATION 11. Cranberry Pond Trail The following trails are accessible from No pets and/or other domestic animals are allowed in the Park. Roads are Togue Pond Gate-BSP’s southern access unpaved and the speed limit is 20 mph or as posted. Motorcycles, motorized point (Exit 244 on I-95) trail bikes and ATVs are not allowed. Bicycles can be used only on park roads and on the Dwelley Pond Trail. Drones are not permitted. Fishing is abundant Difficulty: Easy | Distance: 1.4 miles | Time: <1 hour in Baxter State Park; most streams and some brooks have good to excellent This little gem is a great option for children or anyone who is looking for a nature walk brook trout fishing. Drones are not permitted. Special rules apply in the Park so with no elevation gain. It is located in Baxter State Park within sight of Togue Pond Gate. make sure to check the State of Maine’s Open Water Regulations for details. The Cranberry Pond trail winds through the forest to arrive at Cranberry Pond. Keep your Swimming is permitted in ponds and streams unless otherwise posted; there are eyes open for all sorts of bog plants, from cranberries to tiny sundew plants! Be sure to stay on the bog bridges to protect the plants and keep your feet drier. The trail is marked no lifeguards. The water is usually cold to very cold. Photography opportunities with blue blazes. Hike to the end of the trail and you’ll find fishing opportunities at Rocky are endless so pack your camera and extra batteries. It is always a good idea to Pond. Bring a picnic lunch and, before or after your hike, enjoy the sand beach at Upper have a basic first aid kit, insect repellent, compass, flashlight, water, food and Togue Pond. sunblock with you. For detailed information regarding Baxter State Park go to baxterstatepark.org or call 207-723-5140. (Note: Trailheads to hike Katahdin need 12. Katahdin Lake Trail a Day Use Parking Pass. Please plan ahead and contact the Park before you arrive.) CHILDREN’S NATURALIST ADVENTURE PACKS Baxter State Park is an extraordinary environment for children to explore and learn about the natural world around them. Through the generosity of the Difficulty: Easy/Moderate (mostly flat with some gradual hills) Friends of Baxter State Park, families with children may use one of the Children’s Distance: 3.3 miles to Katahdin Lake Wilderness Camps (6.6 miles round trip) Naturalist Adventure Backpacks that are available for loan. These packs include Time: Varies everything your family needs to enjoy the streams, plants, trails and wildlife in Located in Baxter State Park, accessible by the Roaring Brook Rd., with parking at Avalanche Field. The trail follows the old Katahdin Lake Tote road and is easy to follow. Bog bridging the park. The packs include dip nets, binoculars, guides, a flashlight, sketch pad, has been added in several wet spots. The trail extends 3 miles to the public day use picnic crayons, a compass and more. The Children’s Naturalist Adventure Backpack is area with a canoe available to rent, then continues another 0.3 miles to Katahdin Lake meant for families to explore the trails, ponds, streams, meadows and woods Wilderness Camps (closed in 2019, also in winter). The view of Katahdin is what makes and not for those who will be climbing Katahdin or other mountains in the Park. Katahdin Lake stand out—the entire eastern massif of the Katahdin Range is visible and They may be checked out on a first-come, first-served basis at roadside Ranger provides a stunning view. Visitors to this spectacular lake include Frederick Edwin Church, stations. Remember to pick up your Junior Ranger Manual while you’re there! Theodore Roosevelt, Marsden Hartley and more. The view is truly an artist’s dream and is one of the most painted and photographed areas in the Park. Swimming is excellent along FAMILY PROGRAMS, WALKS WITH A RANGER, EVENING TALKS the lake’s several wilderness sand beaches. Rental canoes are available and arrangements Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays in July and August, rain or shine, for their rental can be made at Roaring Brook Campground or Togue Pond Gate. Pack a Baxter State Park provides programs for everyone throughout the park. For picnic lunch and spend the day. details, dates and locations visit their website at baxterstatepark.org or contact *Winter x-country skiing opportunities for Katahdin Lake requires accessing Baxter the Park’s Interpretive Specialist, Elise Goplerud at 207-731-4458 or elise@ state Park from Abol Bridge and skiing 14.8 miles to Katahdin Lake Wilderness Camps baxterstatepark.org. (KLWC). The camps are closed for 2018 and accommodations are not available.

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13a. Sandy Stream Pond Trail 15a. Appalachian Trail - Daicey Pond Campground to Big and Little Falls

Difficulty: Easy | Distance: 1.4 miles | Time: Varies Located in Baxter State Park this trail starts just outside of Roaring Brook Campground on the Russell Pond Trail. Because Roaring Brook Campground is the start of the Katahdin trailhead, Difficulty: Moderate | Distance: 1.2 miles (2.4 miles round trip Daicey Pond to parking spaces usually fill up during busy summer days in July and August and on weekends Big Niagara and back) | Time: Varies in September, making access to Roaring Brook limited or unavailable. From Roaring Brook On the Daicey Pond Road, park in the day use parking area by the small field at the foot of the Campground to Sandy Stream Pond’s “” viewing area, it is a short hike of 0.7 miles hill and follow the white blazes that enter the woods at the left edge of the field, which mark the (1.4 miles round trip). This makes a very popular late afternoon or early evening walk. There Appalachian Trail. Check for signs to ensure you’re headed “southbound” on the AT. (Note: When are excellent views of Katahdin and the trail is flat. There is extensive bog bridging in the you leave the Appalachian Trail the trails are marked by blue blazes). This delightful trail system wet areas. Please stay on the trail and bog bridging to protect wildlife habitat. For a nice has beautiful spruce and fir forests and outstanding falls on Nesowadnehunk Stream. Big and loop hike of approximately 2 ½ miles you can combine the trail with part of the Russell Pond Little Niagara Falls provide excellent lunch spots and the pools in the stream have wonderful but Trail. This will take you around Sandy Stream Pond which is known for its frequent moose cool swimming. A short side trail will take you to the remains of an old log driver’s dam called sightings. Maintain a safe distance from all wildlife to protect yourself and the wildlife. Be the Toll Dam. The Toll Dam was the first of three dams built along Nesowadnehunk Stream to sure to study the signs at each trail junction and always carry a map and compass! collect fees from loggers for the timber that passed through in the late 1800’s. 13b. Roaring Brook Nature Trail 15b. Daicey Pond Loop (Nature) Trail

Difficulty: Easy | Distance: 0.8 miles | Time: Varies Roaring Brook access is often limited as referenced in the Sandy Pond Stream description. Difficulty: Easy | Distance: 1.7 miles | Time: 2 hours Located in Baxter State Park, this is an excellent nature trail starting at Roaring Brook Daicey Pond Loop (Nature) Trail offers a leisurely two hour hike with views of the west side Campground. This can be a half day walk and is a great choice when the mountains are of Katahdin and the mountains to the north. Park in the Daicey Pond day use parking area clouded or fogged in. The trail meanders through a variety of forest communities and passes at the foot of the hill. At the Ranger Station (up the hill and in the campground) a ranger a highland bog with carnivorous pitcher plants and other unique bog plants. You can get a can provide the Nature Trail Guide which will be helpful. The trail is marked with blue pamphlet from the Ranger identifying the plants along the trail. If you see something not blazes. Canoes and kayaks may be rented on a first-come, first-served basis. listed, check the plant guide at the Ranger Station. Take only pictures—leave what you find. 16. Kidney Pond Loop Trail 14. Little Abol Falls Trail

Difficulty: Easy | Distance: 2.7 miles | Time: Varies Difficulty: Easy (gradual) | Distance: 0.8 miles (1.6 miles round trip) The Kidney Pond Loop Trail is similar in layout to the hub Time: Varies: up to a half day of a wheel with many trails off the loop. Hikers may Trail begins at Abol Campground and takes you through old cuttings to a beautiful set complete the loop or enter one of the other trails. There of falls on Abol Stream. The hike is easy with a very gradual climb and provides views are occasional views of the mountains and Katahdin. of Katahdin along the trail. The trail is blue blazed. Cross a small brook with no bridge— Parking is at Kidney Pond Campground. Blue blazes mark remember to use caution when crossing as the smooth rocks are slippery when wet. this trail. Canoes and kayaks are available for rent at the Follow an old woods road with good views of the southwest side of Katahdin and Abol Kidney Pond Campground. Slide. At the 0.8 mile there is a good sized brook. A short distance downstream the brook makes a sheer 15 ft. drop to a small pool below. Pack a picnic and enjoy.

42 Spring, Summer and Fall KatahdinMaine.com 207-723-4443 Spring, Summer and Fall 43 Baxter State Park Hikes CONTINUED see map on pages 48-49 The Golden Road is a working forestry road, both paved and unpaved, and The following trails The following trails are accessible from are accessible from the privately owned. Public use is due to the generosity of the landowners. Driving Matagamon Gate—BSP’s northern Golden Road— on the Golden Road is AT YOUR OWN access point (Exit 264 on I-95) Abol Bridge Area RISK. Logging trucks and equipment (Exit 244 on I-95) ALWAYS have the right of way. Park in turnarounds or in the areas provided. NEVER STOP YOUR VEHICLE ON A BRIDGE, GEOCACHING IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD OR ON A 17a. Abol Stream Trail HILL as these huge trucks travel at a high Learn more about the Katahdin speed and cannot stop quickly. Region by searching for one of the 56 Geocaches in the area. To get started, all you need is a free Geocaching account and the official Geocaching® Difficulty: Easy | Distance: 1.5 miles (3 miles round trip) | Time: Varies 18. Horse Mountain Trail app or a GPS. Go togeocaching.com, Located off the Golden Rd., the beginning of this trail is on private land. At the half-mile the Apple, or Google Play stores to mark the trail enters Baxter State Park, which is a nice summer hike as well as a great cross- download the app. country ski trail. Parking is available in the plowed area across from the store during the winter and in the old gravel pits and yarding areas the rest of the year. Begin on the gravel road and follow the AT route (marked by white blazes). At ½ mile from Abol bridge a fork Difficulty: Moderate is reached and the Abol Stream Trail begins here and branches right. The Appalachian Distance: 2.6 miles to Jct. of Five Ponds Trail, or 1.5 miles (3 mile round trip) from Trail bears left and crosses Abol Stream. The Abol Stream Trail follows an old graded tote trailhead to viewpoint on East Spur Trail | Time: 1+ hours road eastward with smooth walking. There is a swampy area. You will pass a boulder Horse Mountain welcomes the visitor who enters Baxter Park through the Matagamon Gate barrier in the road which indicates you are entering Baxter Park land. Please register at the from Patten. The trailhead is on the Park Tote Road 0.6 miles west from the Matagamon registration box. Cross the stream at a small bridge and continue along Abol Stream. The Gate. There is a small clearing to park in. The trail ascends gradually along an old tote road trail bears right away from the stream and ascends a sharp ridge that follows an old tote then becomes moderate to a level area south of the summit. There is an elevation gain road. The trail ends at Abol Beach Picnic Area on the Abol Pond Road. of 796 ft., with an estimated hiking time to the summit of one hour. Take time to hike the side trail to the viewpoint. The views from the summit are limited due to trees however 17b. Blueberry Ledges Trail there are good views from the side trail overlooking the East Branch of the Penobscot River Valley along the eastern boundary of the Park. 19a. Ledges Trail or South Branch Nature Trail Difficulty: Easy/Moderate | Distance: 1.4 miles from the AT Information Kiosk to Blueberry Ledges (2.8 miles round trip) | Time: Varies Located off the Golden Road near Abol Bridge, Blueberry Ledges Trail is a connector trail from a point near the Appalachian Trail’s entrance to Baxter Park by Abol Stream. At Difficulty: Easy/Moderate | Distance: 1.3 miles round trip the Information Kiosk, follow the blue blazes onto the Abol Pond Trail. You’ll access the Time: 45 minutes to an hour Blueberry Ledges Trail just 0.2 miles in on the Abol Pond Trail. The elevation gain or loss This trail begins right outside the South Branch Pond Campground. There is parking in the is gradual as you wind your way through pioneer species of white birch and poplar trees. day-use lot just beyond the trailhead. Before you begin, pick up a South Branch Nature This area experienced a major forest fire in the summer of 1977, which is why the trail’s Trail Guide at the Ranger Station. This guide provides information on the history, wildlife, corridor is so wide. These corridors were used as fire breaks in an attempt to stop the wildflowers, medicinal plants, and geology of the area. Cameras are a must for this short spread of the fire. Depending on the time of year and seasonal conditions, you may enjoy 1.3 mile loop hike and great for families. This moderately steep, but fun, rocky climb countless blueberries from the abundance of blueberry bushes. Upon reaching the open will reward you with dramatic views of Upper and Lower South Branch Ponds and the stream valley, the trail features smooth granite ledges. Where Katahdin Stream crosses surrounding mountains. Look for the blue blazes marking the trail. Pack a lunch and set the ledges you will be greeted by an unusual series of beautiful stepped water slices. Use off for an afternoon of gorgeous scenery and adventure! Remember to leave what you caution as the smooth granite ledges are slippery when wet. find so others may enjoy them.

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Difficulty: Easy/Moderate | Distance: 6 miles hiking (if you canoe across the pond from the campground to Pogy Notch Trail you will shorten the hike by 1.5 miles) Trail Time: 3+ hours Parking for this trail is in the South Branch Pond day use parking lot. The Howe Brook Trail is located in a deep valley between the North Ridge of The Traveler and Center Ridge. Begin hiking on the Pogy Notch Trail as it leaves from the southeast corner of south Branch Pond Campground. At 1 mile from the campground turn left onto the Howe Brook Trail. Rent a canoe or kayak and paddle to a pullout halfway down the left hand side of the pond to reach the trail junction. This is a leisurely half to full day hike along many waterfalls and a see map on pages 48-49 number of beautiful, well-developed potholes formed by the grinding action of pebbles over many years. These pools provide invigorating swimming. The trail crosses the brook The Appalachian Trail is one of the longest continuously marked footpaths in the several times—use caution when crossing high water. As the trail veers away from the brook, it climbs steeply (use caution here), then rejoins the brook before reaching a sheer world, measuring roughly 2,189 miles in length. The Trail goes through fourteen 20 ft. waterfall at its end, 2 miles in. This is a great spot for a picnic lunch. Note: As most of states along the crests and valleys of the Appalachian Mountain Range from the pools and falls are in the first half mile on the Howe Brook Trail, you can enjoy their beauty the Southern Terminus at Springer Mountain, Georgia, to the Trail’s Northern and an invigorating swim with plenty of options for picnic spots. This avoids many of the brook Terminus at Katahdin, Maine. Known as the “A.T.”, it has been estimated that 2-3 crossings and hiking the steeper portion of the trail. Use caution hiking in wet conditions, rocks million people visit the Trail every year and about 1,800–2,000 people attempt are dangerously slippery. to “thru-hike” the Trail. The A.T. was completed in 1937 and is a unit of the National Park System. The A.T. is managed under a unique partnership between 20. The Forest Ecology and Management Trail the public and private sectors that includes, among others, the National Park Service (NPS), the USDA Forest Service (USFS), an array of state agencies, the Appalachian Trail Conservancy, and 31 local trail-maintenance clubs. Thousands

of volunteers contribute roughly 220,000 hours to the A.T. every year. The town of Difficulty: Easy | Distance: 0.9 miles round trip | Time: 1+ hours Millinocket, part of the Katahdin region, has the designation of an Appalachian This exciting new loop trail offers all ages the opportunity to learn more about the forest and forest management. The trail begins at the Scientific Forest Management Area Kiosk, Trail Community. Most of the Appalachian Trail in Maine is not recommended for on the Park Tote Road, approximately 3/4 mile south of the junction with the South Branch novice hikers; Maine’s 281 miles are generally considered the most difficult of all Pond Road. Users can pick up a brochure with information about 13 interpretive stations. fourteen states. Even the strongest hikers may average only one mile an hour in Initial stations cover tree identification, why and where some parts. Other parts require grabbing onto tree roots and limbs to climb or trees grow and how the forest changes over time. The focus descend, and are especially slippery and hazardous in wet weather. Here in the shifts to an explanation of why and how foresters manage Katahdin Region you have access to the A.T.’s “Hundred-Mile Wilderness,” where the forest to produce a variety of important products such the lakes and ridges have a lower profile. There are several trailheads that access as clean water and sawtimber. Several stations discuss this section of the trail, offering easier one or two day hikes from one trailhead wildlife and habitat topics. An interactive station allows to the next on the Appalachian Trail. users to compare tree diameter measurements with past results to see how individual trees grow. An animal track Learn more about the Katahdin Region by searching for one of the 56 Geocaches station helps identify what creatures use the trail even if in the area. To get started, all you need is a free Geocaching account and the they don’t show themselves to passing hikers. The trail official Geocaching® app or a GPS. Go to geocaching.com, the Apple, or Google concludes with beautiful views of Trout Brook. Play stores to download the app.

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Three recommended hikes on the A.T. that range from easy to moderate: Reserved Land Hikes Remember when on the A.T. to follow the white blazes.

The hikes here are marked in the Nahmakanta see map on pages 48-49 21. Abol Bridge to Hurd Pond Lean-to Public Reserved Land boundaries on the map.

Nahmakanta Public Reserved Land, located 11 miles from Millinocket, is one of Maine’s largest units of reserved land. This land is rich in natural resources which include gorges, Difficulty: Easy/Moderate | Distance: 3.5 miles one way | Time: 3+ hours swift streams, lakes, ponds, hills and mountains. Nahmakanta offers unparalleled On the Golden Road, park in gravel area across from Abol Campground Store or in limited opportunities for backcountry recreation including hiking, fishing, hunting, camping and parking along Golden Road at the trailhead, about 500 ft from bridge. Follow the white wildlife. Nahmakanta boasts 86 species of birds. Loons call from the lakes, moose feed on blazes. Pack a lunch and enjoy the hike. (outhouse available) the vegetation and the endangered peregrine falcon is a summer visitor. 22a. Jo-Mary Road at Cooper Brook - Crossing North 23a. Turtle Ridge Trail Difficulty: Moderate/Strenuous | Distance: 9 mile loop (shorter loops are available from this trailhead) Time: Day Hike Difficulty: Easy | Distance: 4.2 miles one way | Time: 3+ hours Turtle Ridge Trail is a great day hike for anyone who wishes to do the entire 9 mile loop. This hike has hills and ponds, crosses densely wooded terrain, and rewards the hiker with panoramic Take Rt. 11 South 15 miles to Jo-Mary Rd. Gate, 11.5 miles to Cooper Brook Trail crossing. Park views of the surrounding lands, including Katahdin. For those who want to explore the before bridge. Look for brown A.T. signage. There is a fee at the Jo-Mary Gate. Nahmakanta Reserve and not hike 9 miles, there are shorter loops available from this trailhead. Hiking north to Antler’s campsite, there is a beautiful area along the shore of Lower Jo- Mary Lake; close to the campsite is a lovely sand beach for swimming and lunch. (outhouse available) 23b. Tumbledown Dick Trail Difficulty: Moderate | Distance: 6.4 miles round trip Time: Varies Tumbledown Dick Trail, which has the same trailhead as Turtle Ridge Trail, links the 22b. Jo-Mary Road at Cooper Brook - Crossing South Appalachian Trail with Leavitt Pond and the Turtle Ridge Trail System and provides access to scenic falls and remote campsites at both Tumbledown Dick and Leavitt Ponds. There are two campsites, one of which is on Leavitt Pond. The highlight of this hike is Tumbledown Dick Falls, a narrow drop that splashes into a lovely pond. The falls, in its deep narrow gorge, Difficulty: Easy/Moderate | Distance: is the largest of several waterfalls on the unit. You will briefly follow an old road and cross 3.7 miles one way | Time: 3+ hours one newer forest management road prior to reaching the falls. Take Rt. 11 South 15 miles to Jo-Mary Rd. Gate, 11.5 miles to Cooper Brook Trail 24. Penobscot River Trails crossing. Park before bridge. Look for Difficulty: Easy | Time: Varies brown A.T. signage. There is a fee at the Penobscot River Trails is a nature preserve which is privately owned by a family funded Jo-Mary Gate. Maine registered charitable foundation. They have snowshoeing and cross-country skiing Hiking south to Cooper Brook Falls lean- in the winter, and hiking, biking and boating will be allowed in the summer months. At to, there are numerous pools and falls; this time however, you must bring your own equipment. There is no fee to use the facility when it’s open. The plan is to officially open sometime in July. No dogs or pets of any kind enjoy the small pools to swim in and a As in all the hiking trails in this guide, please allowed. For more information, check out facebook.com/PenobscotRiverTrails/. picnic lunch. (outhouse available) plan ahead and prepare with adequate clothes, food and water. Remember to bring your compass and flashlight, and stay on the existing trail. Leave no trace by packing in For a detailed map of the Nahmakanta Public Land please refer to their website: and packing out all trash. maine.gov/dacf/parksearch/PropertyGuides/Maps/FullSize/nahmakantamap.pdf

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54 Spring, Summer and Fall KatahdinMaine.com 207-723-4443 Spring, Summer and Fall 55 A. Jerry Pond Located in Millinocket, Jerry Pond is a perfect place to paddle. The pond is located off Massachusetts Avenue and has parking, public restrooms, picnic tables, grills, a dock and a children’s playground. The pond is stocked with brook trout and is open to fishing for youth ages 15 and under. B. Medway Recreation Area Located on Rt. 157, the Medway Recreation Area on the East Canoeing & Branch of the Penobscot River offers beautiful scenic paddling. There is parking, a sand beach, picnic tables and more. From the beach paddlers can choose to paddle 2 miles upstream or 5 miles downstream. Kayaking C. Millinocket Stream a. Park and put in at Crandall Park located on Congress St. in Millinocket. Paddle left upstream past the Stearns Jr./Sr. High School Complex and continue for approximately 1 mile to the railroad bridge. At this point you can either turn back or portage on the right side to the snowmobile bridge. Put in and continue for another 1/4 mile. At that point turn around and enjoy the For more paddling suggestions and straight paddle back to Crandall Park. This is an easy paddle and maps, stop in at the Chamber Office. takes approximately an hour. Scenery and wildlife along the way. b. At Crandall Park paddle downstream and at the large elbow see map on pages 48-49 enter Shad Pond. Paddle right on all flat water to Grand Falls. If you prefer class 2 rapids, paddle left to Pond Falls and Dolby staying to the left hand shore. You will need to park a vehicle at Dolby for this option. For canoeing enthusiasts, the choices are many. Name your pleasure, white water or flat water, day trips, weekend or D. Public Boat Landing on week-long excursions. Ambajejus Lake Experienced canoeists and kayakers: For white-water Spencer Cove: Enjoy an hour—or the day—on beautiful Ambajejus Lake located 8 miles from Millinocket on the Lake Road. Paddle adventurers, the East Branch of the Penobscot River has Class along the shore line or out to one of the uninhabited islands. You 2-3 rapids and a couple of falls where portages are a must. The will enjoy ducks, loons and eagles along with beautiful views of West Branch of the Penobscot River has rapids for Classes 1-5. Katahdin. Bring your camera, swimsuit, picnic and enjoy. For kayakers the region is a paradise! The West Branch of E. Public Boat Landing on the Penobscot River attracts paddlers from all over the world Millinocket Lake with the foaming challenge of The Cribworks, a class 5 rapid, Across the way from Ambajejus Lake is lovely Millinocket Lake, that brings an adrenaline rush to the most experienced which offers spectacular views of Katahdin, loons, eagles and paddlers. Remote excursions to the Allagash Wilderness more. There is parking at the public landing. Bring your camera, Waterway or St. John River commence from this region. Trip picnic and swimsuit. This lake is very rocky so beware. outfitting, canoe and kayak rentals and guide services are F. Public Boat Landing on available. South Twin Lake For the less experienced or new paddlers the choices are Take Rt. 11 South for approximately 7 miles and turn right at endless. Flat water, scenic day or ½ day trips provide hours Marina Dr. (5 Lakes Lodge) to the public boat landing. From there of enjoyment. Always check the weather before venturing enjoy unlimited lake paddling offering extraordinary views of out on any of the lakes and rivers. Maine’s boating law requires all watercraft Katahdin. to carry at least one Coast Guard approved Personal Flotation Device per person.

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G. Grant Brook from M. Passamagamet Lake via the West Branch Located 14 miles north of Millinocket, take the Millinocket Lake Road 9 miles and bear left Millinocket Lake onto the Golden Road (across from North Woods Trading Post), then drive 2 miles and turn From the boat landing, paddle left in a northeast direction. Keep to the left of a small left onto the Grant Brook Road (a good gravel road). Drive 2.8 miles to the bridge, put in island with 1-2 camps on it. If the water level is high, paddle to the left of a large wooded on the right just before the bridge and paddle about 1.3 miles upriver. The entrance to island (0.8 miles from the boat landing). If the water level is down, paddle to the right Passamagamet Lake is on the left. There is a beach on the left shore 0.8 miles from the of this island. The outlet of Grant Brook (200 yards wide) is just beyond this island. You river and beautiful views of Katahdin. This paddle is recommended in mid to late summer would be about 1.1 miles from the boat landing. As you paddle up the inlet (north), it gets when there is less current in the West Branch. narrower. It is a swampy open area with trees 50-100 yards back from the water. A mile from the lake, Grant Brook is only 15-50 feet wide with trees coming down to the water. This is one of the best places to observe moose. KATAHDIN WOODS AND WATERS SCENIC BYWAY H. Pockwockamus Deadwater into River Pond Rt. 11 Grindstone Road (Hay Brook Area) Located 18 miles north of Millinocket on the Golden Rd. Directions to put-in from Rt. 157: Take Rt. 11 North at the intersection in Medway (blinking At the North Woods Trading Post go 7.6 miles up the Golden Rd. and take a left unto a yellow light). Drive north approximately 12.3 miles to Grindstone. After crossing a small wide gravel road. Go 0.6 miles and the put-in is on the left where there are 4 large rocks cement bridge (Hay Brook), drive another 200 feet and turn left on a narrow dirt road and blocking the entrance. There is a 400 foot trail to the river. Paddle upstream 0.5 miles drive another 300 feet to the put-in. You will be at the East Branch of the Penobscot River. to Pockwockamus Falls, or downstream 2.5 miles through the deadwater to Debsconeag Falls. A special point of interest is River Pond; in June, if you paddle downstream 0.8 miles N1. Hay Brook then go left and up into River Pond there is a good chance to see moose in the pond. This is an easy 1-1 1/2 hour paddle—approximately 2 miles round trip. Paddle down the East Great views of Katahdin as well. Branch nearly 1/4 mile, then take the first left, paddle under the bridge and up Hay Brook. No current on this narrow—very crooked—brook surrounded by many song birds. I. Upper and Lower Togue Ponds The scenery doesn’t get much better than from Togue Ponds. Located on the Baxter State N2. Lower Mud Brook Park Rd., about 17 miles from Millinocket, there is a beach, picnic area, visitor’s center and This is an easy 2.6 mile paddle round trip and will take approximately 1-2 hours. At the put- boat access. Upper Togue is a little more remote and has a more varied shoreline but in, paddle upriver about 300 feet and take the first right. This is a narrow winding brook Lower Togue is beautiful as well. You will get spectacular views of Katahdin as you paddle. with no wind. Nearly a mile up Mud Brook there is a beaver dam and quiet water paddling Look for loons, hawks and warblers. You may even see a painted turtle. make their for another half mile above the dam, then it becomes quick water. You may either portage lodges in Upper Togue and you will spot stumps and trees strewn over the hillside. Look around the quick water on the right side, or return to the put-in, drive up Rt. 11 North 1 mile for mink on Lower Togue. and take the first left (small turn-out) and carry 150 feet to Mud Brook.

Nature K. Little Holbrook Pond Conservancy, J. Hurd Pond Cross Abol Bridge, drive 9.9 miles on the Golden Road and turn left. Drive about ½ mile to the end of the road and the put-in is Debsconeag Boat Launch a short carry to Little Holbrook Pond. Bear left on the Hurd Lakes Pond Rd. right after Abol L. Omaha Beach Bridge. At the fork go Located on land managed by Katahdin Forest Management; Wildernesss to the right and drive approximately 4.2 miles past Ambajejus Lake on the Golden about one mile to the Rd. turn left. Bear right about 2.5 miles down the road to Area end of the road and the the public boat landing. From the landing and Debsconeag There are three carry-in boat put-in for Hurd Pond. Deadwater it is a quick paddle into first Debsconeag Lake. This road may not be launches in the Debsconeag passable for vehicles with low clearance. Lakes Wilderness Area:

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O. Penobscot River Trails Penobscot River Trails is a nature preserve which is privately owned by a family funded Maine registerd charitable foundation. They have snowshoeing and Cross-Country skiing in the winter, and hiking, biking and boating will be allowed in the summer months. At this time however, you must bring your own equipment. There is no fee to use the facility when it’s open.The plan is to officially open sometime in July. No dogs or pets of any kind allowed. For more information, check out facebook.com/PenobscotRiverTrails/

P. 5 Mile Paddle on the East Branch Difficulty: Big Seboeis to the East Branch of the Penobscot River Class 2 moving water. Best levels Follow signs to Lunksoos Base Camp from the Swift Brook Road. for running are Lunksoos Boat Launch is your take out and is on the East Branch 200 CFS Plus. of the Penobscot River. Potable water is available at the hand Current levels at pump outside of Lunksoos Base Camp. Please sign-in at the kiosk usgs.com Always here. wear a PFD, come Drop one shuttle vehicle there and continue another mile to the prepared for a Sherman Lumber Road. Turn left and follow Sherman Lumber remote paddle, Road, yielding to any logging traffic, approximately 4 miles. bring topo maps, dry spare clothes, Put-in is at Truck Bridge over the Seboeis River just beyond Mile and watch for river 14 on the Sherman Lumber Road. Cross over the river and turn obstructions. left. This is an old forestry campsite and easy access away from logging road traffic. The river winds its way through shallows and “Bogans”. Approximately 3 miles downriver the Big Seboeis enters the East Branch of the Penobscot River. Shortly after this you will see the Big Seboeis Campsite on the right. From this campsite you can find the connector trail leading to the Ed Werler Trail up Deasey Mountain. Continuing 2 miles down the East Branch you will come to the Lunksoos Boat Launch and Take Out.

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WNNG Be cautious when Directions recreating near dams. Water conditions can change quickly and without notice. Rules Stay clear from dams and respect all signs and warning signals. The Katahdin Area Chamber of Commerce invites you to bring your ATVs and experience the Katahdin Region Multi-Use Trail (K.R.M.U.T.). The trail is a collaborative effort between the Northern Timber Cruisers, landowner Katahdin Forest Management, Katahdin area municipalities, Katahdin Area Chamber of Commerce and the YOUR MAINE RENEWABLE POWER PARTNER Visit safeaters.com Bureau of Parks and Lands; it is open for motorized Actively involved in the Katahdin Region. for facility information and non-motorized recreation.

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The finely manicured 16.5 miles of trail includes a link to a statewide network of ATV trails, scenic views of Jo-Mary Mountain and Katahdin, a suspension bridge over the West Branch of the Penobscot River, mile markers with GPS coordinates, access to the State of Maine Seboeis Unit-Public Reserve Lands, access to other mountain bike and cross-country ski trails, and connectivity between Millinocket and the Brownville/Milo area ATV trails and the Northern Timber Cruisers Clubhouse and Antique Snowmobile Museum. The Multi-Use Trail provides ATV visitors with spectacular scenery, while also providing four seasons of trail access and recreation. A spur which extends the trail into downtown Millinocket offers riders access to restaurants, lodging, gas, groceries and banks. Vehicle parking for ATV trail access is permitted at the Northern Timber Cruisers Clubhouse on the Millinocket Lake Road just west of Millinocket and the State of Maine Bureau of Parks & Lands Seboeis Unit Southwest of Millinocket, only.

207-723-4443 Spring, Summer and Fall 63 The Multi-Use Trail is open to both non- motorized and motorized use under the Rules for the following rules:  Enjoy and share the trail! Different users will be travelling at different speeds. Katahdin Region  Show respect to other trail users and practice good land use ethics.  Motorized users must yield to non-motorized users. Multi-Use Trail  Slower traffic: stay to the right side of the trail. Faster travelers should alert the user they are passing and then pass on the left only when the trail is clear and the slower travelers are aware of your presence and Organizations or businesses that would like to conduct intent to pass. a special event or activity are required to obtain a Land Use Permit from Katahdin Forest Management at  Permitted non-motorized use includes but is not least four weeks prior to the start of the event. Those inquires should be directed to Kevin McVey at 723-2119 or limited to: walking, hiking, bicycling, snowshoeing, [email protected]. dog sledding, and skiing. VEHICLE PARKING FOR TRAIL ACCESS:  Permitted motorized vehicle use includes those 1) Northern Timber Cruisers Clubhouse vehicles legally registered as snowmobiles in west of Millinocket the winter. Vehicles legally registered as ATVs are 2) State of Maine Bureau of Parks & Lands permitted in the non-snow season. Seboeis Unit southwest of Millinocket

 Not permitted: Vehicles registered or built for on-road use such as cars, trucks, jeeps and motorcycles. Other see map on pages 64-65 vehicles such as golf carts, scooters/mopeds must be registered as an ATV. Horses are not permitted.

 Racing or other high speed travel is not permitted. Maximum speed is 25 mph.

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After snowfall the trail is open for snowmobiling, snowshoeing, dog sledding, skiing, and hiking. No ATVs or bicycles. K.R.M.U.T. is managed by the Northern Timber Cruisers The trail will be closed during mud season when Club in cooperation with landowner Katahdin Forest soils are saturated and the trail is soft regardless of Management. whether ‘Trail Closed’ signs are in place or not. ‘Mud Northern Timber Cruisers wishes to communicate the season’ is usually April and early May, sometimes permitted uses of the Katahdin Region Multi-Use Trail June and November. Only pedestrian use is permitted as well as the timing of the various types of use over during mud seasons. the course of the year in order to promote an enjoyable  Sections of the Trail may be closed periodically due experience for all users of the trail and to adhere to its to maintenance, construction or special events. permit with the landowner, Katahdin Forest Management.

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Northern Timber Cruisers Trails Volunteers with the Northern Timber Cruisers Snowmobile and Cross-Country Ski Club groom and maintain approximately 20 miles of trails between the Bait Hole Trails and The Clubhouse Trails. These trails are located on private timberlands owned and managed by Katahdin Forest Management, where multiple uses of the land are welcome. Trails are normally groomed after any storms. The trails are track-set and available free of charge. (Donations to assist with maintenance and insurance are always welcome). Dogs are not permitted on the trails at the Bait Hole or any of the Clubhouse Trails.

1. The Bait Hole Trails (no pets) The Bait Hole Trails are located on Rt. 11, 3 miles southwest of Millinocket. This trail system offers double and single-tracked ski trails with approximately 3 miles of snowshoeing trail along the side of the ski trail. These popular trails offer routes for all abilities from beginners to experienced skiers. There is a large, plowed parking lot where you will find a permanent sign of the marked trails along with copies of maps to take with you. Directions: From I-95, take Exit 244 and follow Rt. 157 West and Rt. 11 South through Millinocket. Go past the entrance to Millinocket Regional Hospital; the Bait Hole parking lot will be approximately 3 miles up on the right hand side (north side) of Rt. 11.

Winter conditions on any cross-country ski trail can change quickly. It is the skiers responsibility to be prepared with proper clothing and equipment. Every effort has been made to make the maps reflect the most accurate and up-to-date trails available at the time of printing, however the user is fully responsible for their safety. All trails are subject to changes and conditions at any time and it is always a good idea to have a good topographical map, compass and GPS when heading out, especially on the backcountry trails.

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2. Clubhouse Trails (no pets) 6. East Branch Sno-Rovers Snowmobile Club The other popular set of trails starts at the Northern Timber Cruisers Clubhouse. These trails The East Branch Sno-Rovers Snowmobile Club members and volunteers maintain and are completely separate from the snowmobile trails that tie into the clubhouse. The trails groom about 10 miles of cross-country ski trails. The trails begin at the Sno-Rovers are groomed with set tracks and offer three parallel trails with a variety of routes, hills, Clubhouse on the Hathaway Farm Road in Medway. The trails generally follow the course scenery and shelter. The clubhouse is open for breakfast and lunch on weekends during of the East Branch of the Penobscot River and go up and down small hills and into open the winter months. Directions: From I-95, Exit 244 take Rt. 157 West through Millinocket, hardwood stands. These trails are free however donations to assist with maintenance following signs to Baxter State Park. The Northern Timber Cruisers Clubhouse is 1.6 miles costs are always appreciated. Directions:Take Exit 244 off I-95, go west on Rt. 157/11, turn northwest of Penobscot Ave. on the right. Plenty of free parking available. right to Wilderness Drive, then right on Hathaway Road. Free parking is available at the clubhouse. 3. Hillcrest Golf Club (no pets) Millinocket’s newest ski trail, located at Hillcrest Golf Club in Millinocket, offers skiers a challenging hilly course. With only three to five kilometers of trail, it is the fast-paced 7. Baxter State Park (no pets) variety that will sharpen a skater’s or classical strider’s skills and spice up a workout. Skiers Baxter State Park offers un-groomed cross-country and snowshoe trails located near the enjoy swooping descents, steep climbs and exciting curves. Hillcrest offers the widest area southern edge of the park. The trails are best accessed by traveling west from Millinocket trails groomed for skating and diagonal stride. The trails overlook the town of Millinocket on the Millinocket Lake Rd. then crossing over to the Golden Road and continuing westward spread out in the valley below. to a parking area on the left of the road just before the Abol Bridge (approximately 20 miles west of Millinocket). Park well off the Golden Road in the parking lot area. To access trails, cross the Golden Road and then the snowmobile trail to a gravel pit with storage sheds, 4. New England Outdoor Center (no pets) continuing in the direction of Katahdin. You will see a sign indicating you are entering The New England Outdoor Center is located approximately 8 miles from Millinocket and Baxter State Park. You can ski and snowshoe Abol Pond Trail, Abol Stream Trail, Appalachian offers world class Nordic ski trails. The original 10 kilometer trail system was designed Trail and the Blueberry Ledges Trail. Day use skiers and snowshoers are asked to sign in by preeminent designer and Olympian, John Morton. The terrain is a mix of exhilarating at the trailhead. It is important to note that the Park has strict procedures for overnight down-hills, invigorating up-hills and everything in between. Trails are typically groomed for both classic cross-country skiing and skate-skiing. The public is welcome to ski these use. Please visit Baxter State Park’s website baxterstateparkauthority.com for rules and trails, just be sure and check-in at the front desk before heading out. information. The Baxter State Park Tote Road is a shared trail used by snowmobilers, skiers and snowshoers; this is the only motorized road in the park and is not groomed. Pets are not allowed in Baxter State Park. 5. Katahdin Woods and Waters The Matagamon Trails can be accessed from the end of the Grand lake Matagamon Road just past the Matagamon Wilderness Store and Cabins. There are two loops, Old River Road Loop 8.Penobscot River Trails (no pets) (marked with orange diamond blazes) and Thoreau Checkerberry Loop (yellow diamond Penobscot River Trails is a nature preserve which is privately blazes). Old River Road, approximately 5 miles from parking area by bridge, is mostly gentle owned by a family funded Maine registered charitable ups and downs, half of which goes along the East Branch of the Penobscot River. The Thoreau foundation. They have snowshoeing and Cross-Country skiing in Checkerberry trail is approximately 4.2 miles from the Oxbow Road and Messer Pond-Orin Falls intersection. Always check in with the Matagamon Wilderness Store when you depart the winter, and hiking, biking and boating will be allowed in and return. Come prepared with proper clothing, maps, compass, water, common sense and the summer months. At this time however, you must bring never travel alone. Get current trail conditions and hazard updates from the Matagamon your own equipment. There is no fee to use the facility when Wilderness Store or contact Katahdin Woods and Waters Recreation Managers at lunksoos@ it’s open. Weekends and holidays only during the school year, gmail.com, (207) 852-1291 or (207) 670-8418. Cell phone service is very limited. Check the map or call 207-746-5807 to find out if they are open. No dogs or on page 80-81 for mileage inserts; check the Katahdin Area Chamber of Commerce website pets of any kind allowed. For more information, check out for more detailed descriptions and a mileage chart. Pets must be leashed. facebook.com/PenobscotRiverTrails/.​

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OTHER BUSINESSES THAT CONTRIBUTE TO Area snowmobile clubs are committed to making sure TRAIL MAINTENANCE: that the snowfall is optimized for the best snowmobiling experience found anywhere. The local clubs are truly Libby Pinnacle Sno Riders 207-435-8274 | libbycamps.com welcoming places for the trail rider to get hot food, to engage in the local camaraderie and Wildwoods Trailside Cabins, share trail experiences. The clubs are spaced Lodge and Restaurant within easy riding distance of one another. 207-965-0000 | wildwoodsmaine.com Complimentary parking and trail information can be found at: Please consider joining one of the local clubs Bowlin Camps: 207-528-2022; Shin Pond Village: 207-528-2900; as dues contribute to trail grooming and Matagamon Wilderness Camps: 207-446-4635 maintenance.

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ACTIVITIES AND ENTERTAINMENT CONTINUED ENTERTAINMENT Big Moose Inn Cabins & Campground, Millinocket Lake...... 723-8391 Highlands Tavern, Pamola Motor Lodge, Millinocket...... 723-9746 Katahdin Shadows Campground, Medway...... 746-9349 Millinocket Performing Arts Boosters, Millinocket...... 447-0122 River Driver’s Restaurant, Millinocket Lake (at NEOC)...... 800-766-7238 Springfield Fair, Springfield...... 738-2888 FISHING GUIDES Acadian Outdoor Adventures...... 401 338-9546 Bowlin Camps Lodge, west of Patten...... 267-0844 Eagle Lodge & Camps, Lincoln...... 794-2181 Katahdin Air Service, Inc., Ambajejus Lake...... 866-FLY-MAINE Libby Camps, Ashland...... 435-8274 Maine Quest Adventures, Medway...... 447-5011 Matagamon Wilderness, Patten...... 446-4635 Moose Woods Guide Service, LLC., Millinocket...... 723-1009 Nesowadnehunk Wilderness Campground, Millinocket...... 458-1551 New England Outdoor Center, Millinocket...... 800-766-7238 Spencer Cove Outfitters, Millinocket...... 723-1287 GOLF COURSE Hillcrest Golf Club, Millinocket...... 723-8410 Quality, compassionate healthcare in the heart of the Katahdin Region OUTFITTERS, SUPPLIES, GUIDES (HUNTING, CANOEING, ETC.) Acadian Outdoor Adventures...... 401 338-9546 Bowlin Camps Lodge, west of Patten...... 267-0844 Eagle Lodge & Camps, Lincoln...... 794-2181 Katahdin Air Service, Inc., Ambajejus Lake...... 866-FLY-MAINE Katahdin Lake Wilderness Camps, Millinocket...... 837-1599 Katahdin Outfitters, Millinocket...... 723-5700 Libby Camps, Ashland...... 435-8274 Maine Quest Adventures, Medway...... 447-5011 Matagamon Wilderness, Patten...... 446-4635 Moose Woods Guide Service, LLC., Millinocket...... 723-1009 Located at the base of Baxter State Park Nesowadnehunk Wilderness Campground, Millinocket...... 458-1551 New England Outdoor Center, Millinocket...... 800-766-7238 200 Somerset Street ▪ 207.723.5161 ▪ www.mrhme.org North Country Rivers, Bingham/Millinocket...... 800-348-8871 Shin Pond Village, Mt. Chase...... 528-2900 Spencer Cove Outfitters, Millinocket...... 723-1287 Two Rivers Canoe & Tackle, Medway...... 746-8181 HIKING CLUBS Appalachian Mountain Club, Greenville...... 695-3085 HILLCREST MOOSE & WILDLIFE TOURS Big Moose Inn Cabins & Campground, Millinocket Lake...... 723-8391 GOLF CLUB Bowlin Camps Lodge, west of Patten...... 267-0844 Katahdin Air Service, Inc., Ambajejus Lake...... 866-FLY-MAINE Maine Quest Adventures, Medway...... 447-5011 Moose Woods Guide Service, LLC., Millinocket...... 723-1009 1 Golf Course Rd New England Outdoor Center, Millinocket Lake...... 800-766-7238 Professionally 9 challenging holes Millinocket, ME West Branch Aviation, Millinocket...... 723-4375 planned events: with exhilarating views banquets, weddings, (207) 723-8410 reunions, meetings of Mt. Katahdin hillcrestgolfme.com 207-723-4443 Directory of Services 87 Directory of Services Area code is 207 unless noted

ACTIVITIES AND ENTERTAINMENT CONTINUED MUSEUMS, LIBRARIES, GALLERIES Millinocket Historical Society, Millinocket...... 723-5477 Millinocket Memorial Library, Millinocket...... 723-7020 Moose Prints Gallery, Millinocket...... 447-6906 North Light Gallery, Millinocket...... 723-4414 Patten Lumbermen’s Museum, Patten...... 528-2650 RAFTING North Country Rivers, Bingham/Millinocket...... 800-348-8871 Northern Outdoors, Millinocket...... 663-4466 New England Outdoor Center, Millinocket Lake...... 800-766-7238 Penobscot Adventures, Millinocket...... 1-877-356-9386 SCENIC BOAT & AIRPLANE TOURS Big Moose Inn, Millinocket Lake...... 877-666-7346 Katahdin Air Service, Inc., Ambajejus Lake...... 866-FLY-MAINE Libby Camps, Ashland...... 435-8274 Maine Quest Adventures, Medway...... 447-5011 New England Outdoor Center, Millinocket Lake...... 800-766-7238 West Branch Aviation, Millinocket...... 723-4375 SNOWMOBILE CLUBS Bowlin Matagamon Snowmobile Club, Mt. Chase...... 267-0844 East Branch Sno-Rovers, Medway...... 746-9348 Jo-Mary Riders, North Twin Lake...... 723-5045 Sewall HouSe Yoga, a National Historic Libby Pinacle Riders, Oxbow...... 435-8274 Northern Timber Cruisers, Millinocket...... 723-6203 Registry destination, near Lake Mattawamkeag, Twin Pines Snowmobile Club, NEOC, Millinocket Lake...... 800-766-7238 offers all-inclusive affordable lodging and X-COUNTRY SKI CLUB healing yoga practices. Northern Timber Cruisers, Millinocket...... 723-6203 YOGA RETREAT Sewall House Yoga Retreat, Island Falls...... 888-235-2395 ContaCt uS 646.316.5151 [email protected] SHOPPING sewallhouse.com ANTIQUES Gracie’s Aunt’s Emporium, Millinocket...... 723-6006 APPAREL, T-SHIRTS, OUTDOOR WEAR Gracie’s Aunt’s Emporium, Millinocket...... 723-6006 chamber of Commerce AD_idd6.indd 1 2/11/15 6:31 PM Katahdin General Store, Millinocket...... 723-4123 Katahdin Shadows Campground, Medway...... 746-9349 Lennie’s Superette, Medway...... 746-5100 New England Outdoor Center, Millinocket Lake...... 800-766-7238 North Woods Trading Post, Millinocket...... 723-4326 Ole Man’s Gear Shop, Millinocket (AT Lodge)...... 723-4321 St. Martin’s Thrift Store, Millinocket...... 723-4513 Two Rivers Canoe & Tackle, Medway...... 746-8181 Woods & Waters Shop, Millinocket...... 723-5438

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AUTOMOBILE SALES AND PARTS Katahdin Motors, Inc., Millinocket...... 723-5154 NAPA Auto Parts, East Millinocket...... 746-5204 AWARDS & TROPHIES T&K Awards, Medway...... 223-4128 CANOE & KAYAK RENTALS Katahdin Air Service, Inc., Ambajejus Lake...... 866-FLY-MAINE Roots 2 Remedies Katahdin Outfitters, Millinocket...... 723-5700 Maine Quest Adventures, Medway...... 746-9615 New England Outdoor Center, Millinocket Lake...... 800-766-7238 Shin Pond Village, Mt. Chase...... 528-2900 ApothecAry Spencer Cove Outfitters, Millinocket...... 723-1287 CANOE & KAYAK SALES Two Rivers Canoe & Tackle, Medway...... 746-8181 CONSIGNMENT SHOP & THRIFT STORE Essential Oils Gracie’s Aunt’s Emporium, Millinocket...... 723-6006 St. Martin’s Thrift Store, Millinocket...... 723-4513 CONVENIENCE STORES Gourmet Edibles, Katahdin General Store, Millinocket...... 723-4123 Lennie’s Superette, Medway...... 746-5100 Vegan, and Gluten-free Edibles Matagamon Wilderness, Patten...... 446-4635 Millinocket Variety, Millinocket...... 723-9332 Nesowadnehunk Wilderness Campground, Millinocket...... 458-1551 CBD Products North Woods Trading Post, Millinocket...... 723-4326 Raymond’s Country Store, Northeast Carry...... 557-5348 Shin Pond Village, Mt. Chase...... 528-2900 Caregiver on Premises Trailside Country Store, Millinocket...... 370-1126 CUSTOM FURNITURE/BUILDERS Larry’s Wood Products, Millinocket...... 723-3736 Natural Remedies for Maine Heritage Timber, Millinocket...... 723-9200 FISHING TACKLE, FLIES, BAIT, LICENSES, ETC. People and Pets Katahdin General Store, Millinocket...... 723-4123 Lennie’s Superette, Medway...... 746-5100 Matagamon Wilderness, Patten...... 446-4635 Local Art, Gifts, Nesowadnehunk Wilderness Campground, Millinocket...... 458-1551 Raymond’s Country Store, Northeast Carry...... 557-5348 Glass and Jewelry Two Rivers Canoe & Tackle, Medway...... 746-8181 FLOORING Maine Heritage Timber, Millinocket...... 723-9200

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GIFTS, COLLECTIBLES, CRAFTS & SOUVENIRS Gracie’s Aunt’s Emporium, Millinocket...... 723-6006 Katahdin General Store, Millinocket...... 723-4123 Larry’s Wood Products, Millinocket...... 723-3736 Lennie’s Superette, Medway...... 723-5100 Timberchic / Maine Heritage Timber, Millinocket...... 723-9200 Millinocket Historical Society, Millinocket...... 723-5477 Moose Prints Gallery & Gifts, Millinocket...... 447-6906 New England Outdoor Center, Millinocket Lake...... 800-766-7238 North Light Gallery, Millinocket...... 723-4414 North Woods Trading Post, Millinocket...... 723-4326 Patten Lumbermen’s Museum, Patten...... 528-2650 Raymond’s Country Store, Northeast Carry...... 557-5348 Roots 2 Remedies, Millinocket...... 723-2075 Shin Pond Village, Mt. Chase...... 528-2900 St. Martin’s Thrift Store, Millinocket...... 723-4513 Trailside Country Store, Milllinocket...... 370-1126 Two Rivers Canoe & Tackle, Medway...... 746-8181 Tupperware, Millinocket...... 423 506-8214 Woods & Waters Shop, Millinocket...... 723-5438 GROCERS Ellis Family Market, East Millinocket...... 694-1721 Hannaford, Millinocket...... 723-8047 Sam’s Club, Bangor...... 947-4606 GUNS & AMMO Two Rivers Canoe & Tackle, Medway...... 746-8181 HARDWARE Crandall’s Hardware, East Millinocket...... 746-5722 Gilman Electrical Supply, Medway...... 746-3207 PHOTOGRAPHY, PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS Big Moose Inn Cabins & Campground, Millinocket Lake...... 723-8391 Moose Prints Gallery, Millinocket...... 447-6906 New England Outdoor Center, Millinocket Lake...... 800-766-7238 North Light Gallery, Millinocket...... 723-4414 Photography by Mike, Millinocket...... 208-323-2405 Shin Pond Village, Mt. Chase...... 528-2900 SNOWMOBILE RENTALS *Momma Bears’ *Guide Service New England Outdoor Center, Millinocket Lake...... 800-766-7238 Kitchen *Canoe/Kayak North Country Rivers, Bingham/Millinocket...... 800-348-8871 *Cabins Rentals Shin Pond Village, Mt. Chase...... 528-2900 *Hiking *Hunting SPECIALTY FOOD STORE *Shuttles Mainely Coffee, Millinocket...... 723-1060 *Fishing Roots 2 Remedies, Millinocket...... 723-2075 *Campground *Ice Fishing Trailside Country Store, Millinocket...... 370-1126 *Wildlife Tours *Cross Country *General Store Skiing [email protected] - (207)446-4635 - www.matagamon.com 207-723-4443 Directory of Services 93

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ACCOUNTANT CONTRACTORS/BUILDERS Financial Management Services, Millinocket...... 423-506-8214 Day’s Welding, Machine and Construction, Medway...... 746-5310 AFFORDABLE HOUSING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Maine Avenue Manor, Millinocket...... 621-7700 Maine Dept. Of Economic & Community Development, Augusta...... 624-9800 Oak Park Manor, East Millinocket...... 480-3975 Our Katahdin, Millinocket...... 618-4187 BARBER Town of Medway...... 746-9531 Russ’ Barber Shop, Millinocket...... 723-4040 Town of Millinocket...... 723-7000 CABLE TV EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION Bee Line Cable, Skowhegan...... 800-439-4611 Katahdin Higher Education Center, East Millinocket...... 746-5741 Electrical Contractors & Supplies CHURCHES Gilman Electrical Supply, Medway...... 746-3207 Faith Baptist Church, Millinocket...... 723-5580 First Congregational Church, Millinocket...... 723-5591 FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Millinocket...... 723-5893 Bangor Savings Bank, Millinocket...... 723-4788 St. Martin of Tours, Millinocket...... 723-5902 Katahdin Federal Credit Union, Millinocket……………...... 723-9718 Machias Savings Bank, Lincoln...... 794-3930 COMMUNITY OUTREACH Our Katahdin, Millinocket...... 618-9187 FITNESS & WELLNESS Thrive Penobscot, Millinocket...... 723-5288 FOREST/LAND MANAGEMENT Katahdin Forest Management, LLC, Millinocket...... 723-2119 Natural Resources Council of Maine, Augusta...... 622-3101 North Maine Woods, Inc., Ashland...... 435-6213 KI Jo-Mary Forest The Nature Conservancy, Brunswick...... 729-5181 FUNERAL HOME Lamson Funeral Home, Millinocket & E. Millinocket...... 723-4000 FURNITURE MAKERS, CUSTOM WOODWORKING & RECOVERY Larry’s Wood Products, Millinocket...... 723-3736 Maine Heritage Timber, Millinocket...... 723-9200 GALLERIES, FRAMING & INSTRUCTION Moose Prints Gallery & Gifts, Millinocket...... 447-6906 North Light Gallery, Millinocket...... 723-4414 HOSPITALS, HEALTH CARE, IN-HOME CARE Katahdin Friends, Inc., Millinocket...... 723-9466 Katahdin Valley Health Center, Patten...... 528-2285 • Whitewater Rafting Millinocket Regional Hospital, Millinocket...... 723-5161 • Trips Run Daily Optometry, Rehab and Walk-in Care In-Home Care, Inc., East Millinocket...... 746-0039 • Half Day & Roots 2 Remedies, Millinocket...... 723-2075 INDUSTRY Full Day Trips Day’s Welding, Machine & Construction, Medway...... 746-5310 • Camping & Other Maine Heritage Timber, Millinocket...... 723-9200 Millinocket Fabrication & Machine, Millinocket...... 723-9733 Lodging Options Pelletier Manufacturing, Inc., Golden Rd., Millinocket...... 723-6500 Experience Epic Adventure Right in The Scotts Company, Medway...... 746-9033 • Prices From $74/pp the Heart of the Katahdin Region PENOBSCOTADVENTURES.COM | 1 (877) 356-9386

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INSURANCE STATE OF MAINE & GOVERNMENT AGENCIES F. A. Peabody, Sherman...... 365-4238 Baxter State Park Headquarters, Millinocket...... 723-5140 Katahdin Gateway Insurance, LLC, Millinocket...... 723-9941 Bureau of Parks & Recreation (Penobscot River Corridor), Millinocket...... 592-1153 LEGAL SERVICES Dept. of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife...... 287-8000 Law Offices of Bloomer, Russell, and Beaupain, LLC, Millinocket...... 447-4052 Game Warden (Bangor Regional Headquarters)...... 941-4440 Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument, Millinocket...... 456-6001 LICENSES/PERMITS: HUNTING, FISHING, SNOWMOBILE, ATV & CAMPING Maine Forest Service (campfire permits)...... 827-1800 Lennie’s Superette, Medway...... 746-5100 Maine State Police Headquarters, Houlton...... 800-924-2261 Katahdin General Store, Millinocket ...... 723-4123 Operation Game Thief...... 800-253-7887 Two Rivers Canoe & Tackle, Medway ...... 746-8181 U.S. Customs, Houlton...... 325-8000 MARKETING SERVICES U.S. Border Patrol, Houlton...... 532-2131 designlab, Millinocket...... 723-9988 TAXI & SHUTTLE SERVICES New England Marketing Solutions, Brewer...... 951-7457 Appalachian Trail Café & Lodge, Millinocket (closed winters) ...... 723-4321 MUNICIPALITIES Bowlin Camp Lodge, Patten...... 267-0844 Town of Medway...... 746-9531 God’s Country Inn and Shuttle, Millinocket...... 423 506-8214 Town of Millinocket...... 723-7000 Libby Camps, Ashland...... 435-8274 PET CARE: ANIMAL RESCUE Maine Quest Adventures, Medway...... 447-5011 Waiting Whiskers, Sherman...... 659-9823 Matagamon Wilderness, Patten...... 446-4635 Moose Woods Guide Service, LLC., Millinocket...... 723-1009 PET CARE: DAYCARE & BOARDING Pamola Shuttle, Pamola Motor Lodge, Millinocket...... 723-9746 Katahdin Kritters Pet Resort, East Millinocket...... 746-8040 UTILITIES PHARMACY Bee Line Cable & Internet, Skowhegan...... 800-439-4611 Hannaford, Millinocket...... 723-8047 Brookfield Renewable, Millinocket...... 723-4341 Katahdin Valley Health Center, Patten...... 866-366-5842 Dead River Company, Millinocket...... 723-5151 PRINT AND PUBLICATIONS Emera Maine, Bangor...... 855-363-7211 Lincoln News, Lincoln...... 794-6532 Maine Water Company, Millinocket...... 723-6278 PROPERTY MAINTENANCE: PAINTING, LANDSCAPING, TREE REMOVAL WASTE DISPOSAL AND RECYCLING Day’s Welding, Machine & Construction, Medway...... 746-5310 Plourde’s Rubbish and Recycle, Millinocket...... 723-4812 REAL ESTATE WEBSITE DESIGN North Woods Real Estate, Millinocket...... 723-9086 designlab, Millinocket...... 723-9988 Rockwell Properties, Island Falls...... 463-2444 WebXCentrics Design Group, Presque Isle...... 764-4024 United Country Lifestyle Properties of Maine, Lincoln...... 794-6164 WEDDING SITES & SERVICES SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS Big Moose Inn Cabins & Campground, Millinocket Lake...... 723-8391 Friends of Baxter State Park, Belfast...... 975-3738 Gracie’s Aunt’s Emporium, Millinocket (Tuxedo Rentals)...... 723-6006 Friends of Katahdin Woods & Waters/EPI, Portland...... 518-9462 Hillcrest Golf Club, Millinocket...... 723-8410 Friends of the Millinocket Memorial Library, Millinocket...... 723-4146 Libby Camps, Ashland...... 435-8274 Knights of Columbus, Millinocket...... 723-1177 New England Outdoor Center, Millinocket...... 800-766-7238 Millinocket Performing Arts Boosters, Millinocket...... 447-0122 Northern Timber Cruisers, Millinocket...... 723-6203 Stearns Athletic Boosters, Millinocket...... 731-3525 Russ’ Barber Shop, Millinocket...... 723-4040 SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS (CONTINUED) Shin Pond Village, Mt. Chase...... 528-2900 Our Katahdin, Millinocket...... 618-4187 Wildwoods Trailside Cabins, Lodge, Restaurant, Brownville...... 965-0000 The Summit Project, Portland...... 602-8626 Thrive Penobscot, Millinocket...... 723-5288 SPECIAL NEEDS & SERVICES Katahdin Friends, Inc., Millinocket...... 723-9466 Every effort has been made to ensure that all members are listed under the correct categories. Living Innovations, Millinocket……………………………...... …… 723-6556 Any errors or omissions are unintentional and will be corrected in the next printing. R&C In-Home Care, Inc., East Millinocket...... 746-0039

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