“The tallest mountain in Maine”
Mount Katahdin is the highest mountain in Maine at 5,268 feet. Named Katahdin by the Penobscot Indians, the term means "The Greatest Mountain". Katahdin is the centerpiece of Baxter State Park: a steep, tall mountain formed from underground magma. The flora and fauna on the mountain are typical of those found in northern New England. Katahdin was known to the Native Americans in the region, and was known to Europeans at least since 1689. It has inspired hikes, climbs, journal narratives, paintings, and a piano sonata. The area around the peak was protected by Governor Percival Baxter starting in the 1930s. Katahdin is the northern terminus of the Appalachian Trail, and is located near a stretch known as the Hundred-Mile Wilderness.
Tough hike. about 6-9hr hike depending on experience. Breath taking views. Knife edge trail is one of a kind! Literally walking across 4ft wide mtn crest at times!!!
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