This campground provides trailhead access to Russell Pond via the Wassataquoik Lake Trail and day hikes to Doubletop Mountain. Cabin 5 The Landing (wheel chair accessible).

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The Cabins At Kidney Pond in Baxter State Park Baxter State Park is a fantastic model of an independent park and reserve that many land managers here in Canada should be looking at. Trout Brook Farm is one of the Parks quietest campgrounds and provides a great base for exploring Matagamon Lake and backcountry hiking and camping in the northern part of the Park. They have great knowledge of the park, and their time estimates to accomplish a number of trails are spot on. [CDATA[

By then the campground, now part of Baxter State Park, had fallen into disrepair. Canoes may be rented for a small fee.

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Cabin 1 is probably the best cabin to get withing the main groupings. Visitors can rent canoes from park rangers (you can track down a ranger at the Kidney Pond station) to explore the ponds and some of the little paths extending beyond them. South Branch Pond is the Parks largest campground and is popular with families who return year after year. Trout Brook Farm, 4

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Paddling on either of the Togue Ponds is a great way to preview the Park, especially Katahdin, which dominates the view on a clear day. 7.2 or 7.6mi from Roaring Brook or 9.6mi from South Branch Pond. I love these hand drawings from the Park Authority. Please verify these cut-off times with the reservation office and make your plans accordingly. WebKidney Pond Click to download area trail head map.

Luckily Baxter State Park has a number of cabins and seem to be adding a few more with each year. However, we have group areas located throughout the Park for all groups of 13 or more people. 10 person bunkhouse This route will take you along the Wassataquoik Lake Trail and is over 14 miles, so more suited to advanced outdoors people, particularly in winter. I mean theres a mile high mountain and terminus of the Appalachian Trail as one of the main central selling points.

it has a nice landing for your canoe / kayak.

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My personal favourite is Daicey Pond.

Note that the Ranger Station is across the road where a new building has been erected.

WebOne of the most scenic state parks in the country, this popular Maine park is a huge nature preserve located in Piscataquis County, north Maine. Required fields are marked *.

Percival P. Baxter made it his lifes magnificent obsession to create, protect, and provide to the people of Maine a wilderness haven encompassing some of the most rugged terrain in the Northeast. Hike along the shores of lakes and picnic with the backdrop of the great Mount Katahdin in the distance as you explore Baxter State Park.

There is also a wood stove table and chairs.

There are no showers, only outhouses. WebBaxter State Park Hike Along Miles of Trails Camp At One of Campsites Explore Acres of Wilderness Percival P. Baxter Percival P. Baxter made it his lifes magnificent obsession to create, protect, and provide to the people of Maine a wilderness haven encompassing some of the most rugged terrain in the Northeast. This was the furthest site in.

All backcountry sites Directions: One place to catch the trail up Sentinel is from the parking for the Kidney Pond cabins. Man is born to die, his works are short-lived.

It includes an accessible pit toilet within 20 feet from the cabin and is closest to the wood shed & library.

View High-Resolution Image. All sites during the merry month of May Heres a great hiking resource to Baxter State Park. Not all sites are available for online reservation, depending on the time of year. Nearby Daicey Pond Campground, about a half-mile southeast by a hiking trail, offers similar facilities.

Check your reservation form for the maximum capacity of your site. Great swimming holes within the park include South Branch Pond, Abol Pond, Matagamon Landing, and Ledge Falls, a natural waterslide north of However once you get into August and fall then things get a bit crazy.

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24mi to Millinocket FOR ONLY ONE NIGHT AT DAVIS POND AND FOR ONLY TWO NIGHTS AT WASSATAQUOIK ISLAND.

You will need a sleeping bag or sheets, blankets and pillows. PREV NEXT chilkoot on Aug 28, 2006 4:40 am Comments & voting Other parents Image Type (s): Informational Image ID: 219946 11371 Hits 71.06 % Score 1 Votes Log in Kidney Pond Trails, Baxter State Park QUICK TRAIL FACTS Preserve Size: 209,644 acres Trail Mileage: Trails of various lengths Pets: no Difficulty: Pond trails are easy to moderate Sights: ponds, mountain views, marsh Trails to ponds around Kidney Pond are in blue; Sentinel Mountain Trail is in yellow; Doubletop Mountain Trail is in red

*Communal fireplaces are provided for most cabins, only 3 cabins have own firering. 439

Group sites Backcountry sites are scattered through the Park, allowing individual parties the opportunity to camp in isolated and primitive areas.

Early June is great as the season is just starting and not as busy in my opinion. Communal fireplaces are provided for most cabins, only 3 cabins have own firering. To be honest, we havent seen a black bear so far in from our visits.

One western-facing ledge is called Sunset Ledge, and I imagine the spectacle is wonderful from here.

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This is a nice cute cabin for 2 people.

Davis Pond and Wassataquiok Lake lean-tos must be reservedmust be made by phone, mail*, or in person at BSP HQ in Millinocket. However, as Im getting older, I do prefer the comforts of the cabin as compared to crawling out on my knees from a tent in the morning.

9 lean-tos Suitable for snowshoeing in winter, this trail is just 1.5 miles long and so will suit younger kids and others who need to take a slightly slower pace on the trip. on Aug 28, 2006 6:10 am.

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Draper Pond The closest of the ponds the circle Kidney Pond its just 0.5 miles from the Kidney Pond parking area. We here at Baxter State Park are charged with upholding Baxters wishes.

During our stay we noticed people walking woth their gear and a car driving down. One really nice thing about this cabin is, you get your own out house.

These cabins will be close to traffic and some have access to the lake.

My only complain is that you dont get a good idea of the scale until you arrive. Youll see a sign for Kidney Pond on your left, and the drive in is about a mile. The camps can be reached by a 3.3 mile hike from Avalanche Field trailhead on the Roaring Brook Road within Baxter State Park.

Become a subscriber* and receive great tips on travel planning sent to your inbox! All cabins will have the following items: The park recommends that you store your food & cooler in your car overnight so that large black fur critters dont come knocking. Good Advice from Know Before You Go: If you stay in a lean-to, bunkhouse, or cabin, your gear needs will likely be centered on eating and sleeping. As daylight hours shorten in the fall, posted cut-off time is earlier for these areas. Each cabin is outfitted with 2-4 beds depending on which cabin you rent. Backcountry Hike-in Campgrounds Russell Pond and Chimney Pond campgrounds offer hike-in and backcountry camping in wild settings. A rain fly or tarp is a welcome shelter over a cooking area during bad weather.

Youll see a sign for Kidney Pond on your left, and the drive in is about a mile. All cabins except 3, 4, and 5 are walk-in.

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We wanted to try and get another camping trip in before the season ends. Most campgrounds are open May 15 No trailhead map as of yet for this areaplease see the Parkwide map. Start your packing list with helpful hints here. Nesowadnehunk is the most remote of the Parks roadside campgrounds and provides easy access to Ledge Falls, a popular swimming spot during hot summer weather.

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