Summary
It is a first-come-first-serve campground with 10 tent sites and 4 lean-to shelters. Amenities include pit toilets and a water source, but no showers or electricity. Nearby activities include hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing. The best time to visit is in the summer and early fall, with average temperatures ranging from 60-80°F. It is important to note that a permit is required to climb Mount Katahdin and reservations are highly recommended.
Nearby Campgrounds
Chimney Pond Campground
Roaring Brook - Baxter State Park
Roaring Brook Campground
Bear Brook Group Area
Abol - Baxter State Park
Abol Campground
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
East Branch Penobscot River At Grindstone
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943cfs |
Seboeis River Near Shin Pond
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156cfs |
Mattawamkeag River Near Mattawamkeag
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1130cfs |
Piscataquis River At Medford
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880cfs |
Penobscot River At West Enfield
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5750cfs |
Aroostook River Near Masardis
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825cfs |
Camping Essential Practices
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Related Links
Nearby Snowpack Depths
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MOOSEHEAD LAKE
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1" |
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BRASSUA DAM
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1" |
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DOVER-FOXCROFT
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0" |
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EAST SANGERVILLE
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0" |
Headwaters To Confluence With West Branch Penobscot River
Headwaters
To Confluence With Penobscot River, East Branch
Bowlin Camps
To Hay Brook