NPS / Gin Majka Reservations for campsites can only be made between Memorial Day weekend through October 31 on recreation.gov. There is no potable water within the monument. Bring water with you or be prepared to filter water from water sources. Please practice Leave No Trace principles when visiting. Backcountry Campsites (South Section)Backcountry campsites most easily accessed from the south section of the monument. Open
Esker Campsite
 Hike or bike approximately 2.2 miles from the Wassataquoik Gate to the Esker Campsite. This campsite is located in a forested area on the bank of Wassataquoik Stream.
TOTAL SITES: 1 Electric Hookups: 0 RV Only: 0 Tent Only: 1 Walk to/Boat to: 1 Group: 0 Horse: 0 Other: 0 Open
Katahdin Brook Lean-to
 This campsite is tucked in just off the International Appalachian Trail (IAT) on Barnard Mountain Trailhead, approximately 0.4 miles from the trailhead. This is the closest hike-in campsite in the monument. Hike down a short spur trail to the site where a wooden lean-to, firepit, grass clearing, and a pit toilet are located. Moose, deer, butterflies, and a variety of birds all call this area home, making for spectacular wildlife viewing opportunities. The brook can be heard from this campsite.
TOTAL SITES: 1 Electric Hookups: 0 RV Only: 0 Tent Only: 0 Walk to/Boat to: 1 Group: 0 Horse: 0 Other: 0 Open
Wassataquoik Lean-to
 A lean-to (a raised, 3-sided log shelter structure with a roof) campsite along the International Appalachian Trail near the Wassataquoik Stream. The site is 0.9 miles from the Wassataquoik Gate or 1.4 miles from the Barnard Mountain Trailhead.
TOTAL SITES: 1 Electric Hookups: 0 RV Only: 0 Tent Only: 0 Walk to/Boat to: 1 Group: 0 Horse: 0 Other: 0 Open
Wassataquoik Campsite
 A beautiful primitive hike or bike in campsite located next to Katahdin Brook along the International Appalachian Trail. The campsite is near the Wassataquoik Lean-to and is 0.9 miles from the Wassataquoik Gate trailhead. It is also accessible by hiking or biking 1.4 miles from Barnard Mountain Trailhead.
TOTAL SITES: 1 Electric Hookups: 0 RV Only: 0 Tent Only: 1 Walk to/Boat to: 1 Group: 0 Horse: 0 Other: 0 Open
Big Seboeis Campsite
 Access this scenic primitive backcountry campsite located next to the East Branch of the Penobscot River by boating in or hiking in. This location cannot be accessed by vehicles. There is a pit toilet (outhouse) available for use approximately 200ft from the campsite.
TOTAL SITES: 1 Electric Hookups: 0 RV Only: 0 Tent Only: 1 Walk to/Boat to: 1 Group: 0 Horse: 0 Other: 0 Open
Lunksoos Mountain Lean-To
 A rugged lean-to site within the heart of the backcountry of Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument.
TOTAL SITES: 1 Electric Hookups: 0 RV Only: 0 Tent Only: 0 Walk to/Boat to: 1 Group: 0 Horse: 0 Other: 0 
NPS / R.Wang Backcountry Campsites (North Section)Backcountry campsites most easily accessed from the north section of the monument. Open
Stair Falls Campsite
 A primitive campsite with access to the East Branch of the Penobscot River. The site has a picnic table, food storage locker, and fire pit. The portage trail for Stair Falls is located in front of the campsite. Access this campsite by a 2-mile hike from Haskell Gate or by paddling down the East Branch Penobscot River.
TOTAL SITES: 1 Electric Hookups: 0 RV Only: 0 Tent Only: 1 Walk to/Boat to: 1 Group: 0 Horse: 0 Other: 0 Open
Big Seboeis Campsite
Access this scenic primitive backcountry campsite located next to the East Branch of the Penobscot River by boating in or hiking in. This location cannot be accessed by vehicles. There is a pit toilet (outhouse) available for use approximately 200ft from the campsite.
TOTAL SITES: 1 Electric Hookups: 0 RV Only: 0 Tent Only: 1 Walk to/Boat to: 1 Group: 0 Horse: 0 Other: 0 Open
Big Spring Brook Campsite
 Primitive backcountry campsite along the East Branch of the Penobscot River that is only accessible by boat. Look for a small wooden sign located at the top of the cut bank that reads Big Spring Brook Campsite. This campsite is mostly shaded and has one picnic table and one metal fire ring.
TOTAL SITES: 1 Electric Hookups: 0 RV Only: 0 Tent Only: 1 Walk to/Boat to: 1 Group: 0 Horse: 0 Other: 0 Open
Haskell Campsite
 Backcountry campsite along the banks of Haskell Deadwater and the Haskell Rock Pitch Portage.
TOTAL SITES: 1 Electric Hookups: 0 RV Only: 0 Tent Only: 1 Walk to/Boat to: 1 Group: 0 Horse: 0 Other: 0 Open
Pond Pitch Campsite
 A rustic backcountry campsite overlooking the majestic Pond Pitch and wild East Branch of the Penobscot River.
TOTAL SITES: 1 Electric Hookups: 0 RV Only: 0 Tent Only: 1 Walk to/Boat to: 1 Group: 0 Horse: 0 Other: 0 Open
Grand Pitch Lean-to
 A backcountry lean-to along the International Appalachian Trail and Grand Pitch Portage.
TOTAL SITES: 1 Electric Hookups: 0 RV Only: 0 Tent Only: 0 Walk to/Boat to: 1 Group: 0 Horse: 0 Other: 0 Open
Lunksoos Mountain Lean-To
A rugged lean-to site within the heart of the backcountry of Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument.
TOTAL SITES: 1 Electric Hookups: 0 RV Only: 0 Tent Only: 0 Walk to/Boat to: 1 Group: 0 Horse: 0 Other: 0 |
Last updated: August 23, 2024