US Forest Service$12/night
Baxter State Park Backcountry ME
Millinocket, Maine, Maine5,033 ft🗓 Jun–Oct
About this site
Remote backcountry camping in Baxter State Park. Katahdin summit, AT terminus. Primeval wilderness.
Peak season temperatures
58°F
Avg high
41°F
Avg low
Verified historical climate data for this campsite location.
Wildlife in the area
Research-grade verified observations from iNaturalist near this campsite.
Eastern MooseAmerican ToadAmerican Black BearMooseSnowshoe HareAmerican Red Squirrel
Activities
BackpackingHikingKatahdin SummitWildlife Viewing
Amenities
AT TerminusBear BoxCreek Access
Site types
BackpackTent
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Quick facts
- Land manager
- US Forest Service
- Fee
- $12/night
- Season
- Jun–Oct
- Elevation
- 5,033 ft
- Peak temps
- 41°–58°F
- Rating
- 4.9 (74)
- Coordinates
- 45.9034, -68.9234
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First come, first served. No reservation system. Verify current conditions and fire restrictions with the land manager before visiting.
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