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Categories: Sports & Recreation; Outdoor Adventures
This wilderness and forest preserve covers over 204,733 acres of land surrounding Maine's highest peak, Mount Katahdin (Baxter Peak), which rises 5,268 feet in the northern portion of the state. This mountainous landscape--the park contains 46 peaks -- provides the best rugged hiking in the state. The park marks the northern terminus of the Appalachian Trail, and many other scenic and challenging paths, including the "Knife Edge," intersect the preserve. The park authority operates several campgrounds, which are open from May 15 to October 15. A seperate winter camping season, operating under different regulations, runs from December 1 to April 1. Though a State Park, Baxter is privately funded and is not connected with the Maine Department of Conservation or the other state parks in Maine.
Restrictions: No pets allowed. Motorcycles and oversized vehicles (over 9-ft high, 7-ft wide, and 22-ft long) are prohibited.
Reservations and fees: You can call for reservation information (207-723-5140). Reservations cannot be made over the telephone, but they can also be made by writing to Reservations at Baxter State Park Headquarters (64 Balsan Drive, Millinocket, ME 04462).
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