Hiking in the North Section

The summit of Lookout View on a sunny day.

NPS / Grace Kirk

Hikes in the north section of the monument offer incredible views of the East Branch Penobscot River. Observe unique geographic formations, old growth pines, and roaring rapids. Trails in the north section are open year round. In winter months, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are permitted. There are many reservable campsites and huts along the trails.

Stay safe and help protect the park! Carry in and drink plenty of water, there is no potable water anywhere in Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument. Pack out all trash. Do not approach or feed wildlife.

 

Trail	Difficulty	Distance (Round-Trip)	Elevation Gain
Stair Falls	Easy	4mi / 6.4km	87ft / 26m
Haskell Rock Pitch	Easy	4mi / 6.4km	103ft / 31m
Little Messer Pond	Easy - Moderate	6mi / 9.7km	116ft / 35m
Messer Pond	Moderate	9mi / 14.6km	179ft / 54m
Pond Pitch	Easy - Moderate	6mi / 9.7km	140ft / 42m
Grand Pitch	Moderate	7mi / 11.3km	166ft / 50m
Valley Viewpoint	Difficult	16mi / 25.7km	1,369ft / 417m