Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument
A first visit to the new land reserve east of Mount Katahdin and Baxter State Park.
Driving to Katahdin Loop Road:
I-95 Exit 264 west on Rt 158 Sherman.
West on Rt 11 Grindstone Road about 5 miles.
Continue west on Swift Brook Road about 2.5 miles.
Turn left, south, and continue about 2 miles to Whetstone Bridge.
video timing:
East Branch Penobscot River, bridge at Whetstone Falls [02:40]
Sandbank Stream [4:03]
Sandbank Campsite [6:18]
entrance sign [8:23]
begining of road loop [10:50]
The Overlook [17:10]
spur of International Appalachian Trail near milepost 11 [23:28]
trail junction near milepost 12 [26:10]
view of Wassataquoik Stream [26:12]
wildlife signs, Moose? [26:20]
excellent NPS map:
monument website:
images from iPad Pro 9.7 camera
Nate Richardson on Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument
Nate Richardson is a fourth generation owner of Richardson's Hardware in Patten, Maine.
Rhonda Brophy on Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument
Rhonda Trophy is the curator of the Patten Lumberman’s Museum, and owner of Red Moose Gift Gallery in Patten, Maine.
Ryan Zinke visits Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument
U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke took a tour of the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument Wednesday. The visit was the start of a four-day visit to New England. Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument is currently under review via President Trump's Executive Order 13792, issued April 26, 2017. Zinke says he’s unlikely to advocate scaling back the Katahdin monument.
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MAINE SCENIC BYWAYS: Visit the Katahdin Woods and Waters Scenic Byway
KATAHDIN WOODS & WATERS SCENIC BYWAY - 89 miles of new experiences!
The Katahdin Woods & Waters Scenic Byway takes visitors through some of the most spectacular natural landscape that inland Maine has to offer. Dominating that landscape is Katahdin, Maine’s tallest mountain at 5,268 feet and 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 Penobscot River to Patten, ending at Baxter’s northern entrance at Grand Lake Matagamon. The Katahdin region is unique and features Maine’s tallest mountain, its mightiest river and its greatest park.
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Lakefront Property Sale Near Baxter Park and Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument
Sandy lakefront property with multiple cabins, 1.82 acres, 298 feet water front, electricity next to Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, Baxter State Park and millions of acres of undeveloped forest lands. Located in the unorganzed township of T5 R7 WELS, owners here enjoy low property taxes. Price is $169,000. Call United Country Lifestyle Properties of Maine at 800-286-6164 or check us out on the web
Opponents of Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument ask Trump, LePage to let it be
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(Aerial Video) Mountain Glory Farm | Patten, Maine Farm For Sale
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199 Happy Corner & Wildflower Road
Patten, ME 04765
$629,000, 3 bed, 2.0 bath, 2,190 SF, MLS# 1373845
Mountain Glory Farm located right on the edge of the Maine North Woods with an area full of history, unspoiled beauty, rolling farm fields, and small towns populated with friendly folks that have been there for generations. An undiscovered four season paradise offering endless recreational adventures including ATVing, snowmobiling, fly fishing, ice fishing, hiking, biking, swimming, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, or just plain sitting by an outdoor firepit in the evening sharing stories of the days journey. Nearby Baxter State Park, Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, abundant lakes, rivers, and streams offering thousands of acres to explore. The circa 1890 farmhouse has been reconfigured and renovated offering two duplex apartments or could be converted into one living space easily. At one time, it was used as short and long term vacation rental apartments, which folks thoroughly enjoyed.
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Mount Katahdin Views Homesite
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601 Happy Corner Road
Patten, ME 04765
$89,000, MLS# 1349983
Amazing parcel of land in an environment of farming and recreational opportunities. The eleven+- acre parcel is located on a quiet country road with Mount Katahdin views offering an eight acre field for farm animals or crops for the smaller farm or a beautiful homesite for your dream home or cabin. Located near the small full service community of Patten, the northern entrance to Baxter State Park plus the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument. Recreational trails for ATVing or snowmobiling plus lakes, ponds, rivers, and streams for the avid angler. An abundant species of wildlife for your viewing pleasure or hunting capabilities. A spectacular area to relocate to or a recreational get away offering endless outdoor adventures. Experience the four seasons of Maine in the Mount Katahdin region.
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Mt. Katahdin Views & Acreage
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Map R11 Lot 36 Shin Pond Road
Patten, ME 04765
$199,500, MLS# 1324890
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Spectacular views of Mount Katahdin with surrounding hills and valleys on over 250+- acres and 4000’ of Peasley Brook frontage. Private location with power along the 20’ owned access to property. The property offers a diversity of rolling topography, open areas, views, woods, wildlife, extensive brook frontage plus direct access to ATV and snowmobile trails. Located in the nearby region of the northern entrance to Baxter State Park and the Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument, Upper & Lower Shin Ponds, Matagamon Lake, Shin Pond Village, plus endless trails, streams, lakes, rivers, and adventures to enjoy. The full service community of Patten is less than 15 minutes away, easy access from I-95 & Route 11 to Route 159. Create a year round living environment or a recreational getaway, a healthier serene lifestyle in Maine!
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Some Katahdin Region residents say no to proposed national park
The creation of a national park in the greater Katahdine Region of Maine has been in debate for the past decade. Now some of the area residents are speaking out against it and explaining why.
Support Katahdin Woods & Waters
Speak up for Katahdin Woods & Waters, northern Maine's national monument, during the public comment period, May 12-July 10, 2017. Every voice matters!
Katahdin Woods & Waters 10k Course Preview
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Bob Duchesne's Wild Maine, July 22, 2017
Wild Maine makes its first official visit to the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument. Wild Maine airs every Saturday at 9 a.m. and Sunday at 8 a.m. on Sports radio 92.9 The Ticket.
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Mt Katahdin Lookout Rt. 11, Patten, Maine
Team Vicarious with Jeanne and Andy on our Maine to Montauk - The End to The End vacation. Part 1 to Maine with Matt. We had a great view of Mt. Katahdin that day!
Richard Schmidt, Town of Patten, ME (Katahdin Region) speaks out in support of national monument
Maine Woods National Monument
Hiking Mt Katahdin in Maine
What it's like to summit Mt Katahdin, the highest peak in Maine, in Baxter State Park. At 5,267 feet high it is an extremely strenuous hike. Roaring Brook Campground to Chimney Pond Trail to Saddle to Baxter Peak. More info at dangtravelers.com
TIPS:
START EARLY (PLAN FOR 10 - 12 HOURS)
BRING MORE WATER THAN YOU THINK YOU'LL NEED
RESERVE A PARKING SPACE AT ONE OF THE CAMPGROUNDS
FLASHLIGHT IS REQUIRED
Katahdin high school cheering halftime dance 2013
Only missed us shuffling when we started sorry. Im the one in the front :) i hope you like it.
Governor, St. Clair debate Katahdin national monument creation
Governor Paul LePage and The son Of Roxanne Quimby, who donated the Katahdin woods area, debated the future of Maine's newest national monument Monday in Washington.
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