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Summary: A great hike for two overnights at Chimney Pond. 3.3 miles from Roaring brook to the pond. The next day you can summit with a round trip distance of about 6 miles and then spend another night at Chimney pond. The views are fantastic. Water can be filtered from Chimney pond. DO NOT DO THIS HIKE IF YOU ARE SCARED OF HEIGHTS, OUT OF SHAPE OR NOT GOOD AT CLIMBING. BRING PROPER GEAR. Trailhead: From Millinocket Maine follow the signs to Baxter State Park. At the entrace to Baxter you will have to pay a fee depending on in-state / out-of-state status and how long you will be in the park All overnight use must be made in advance by reservation. Day use is limited and restricted. Gate opens at 6:00 a.m. in the summers months. Access is very restricted in the winter months. From the gatehouse take a right and drive 7 or so miles to the Roaring Brook trailhead. (Lat:45.90427 Lon:-68.92278) Trail Guides for Katahdin - Chimney Pond, Saddle, South Peak: AMC Maine Mountain Guide by Appalachian Mountain Club (Appalachian Mountain Club) DeLormes Baxter State Park Map by DeLormes (DeLormes) DeLormes Maine Atlas and Gazetteer by DeLorme (DeLorme) Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Summer, User Groups: Hikers, Ranger Contact: See www.baxterstateparkauthority.com for details Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Jon Willard, who has posted 54 other hikes on this site. To visit this reporters web site, click here. Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Flume on 12/19/2006 After 30+ years of hiking in New England, I believe this is the most spectacular route I have ever hiked in the Northeast. The rugged beauty, the difficulty, remoteness, and steepness put it at the top of my personal list. The White, Green and Adirondack Mountains are merely a prelude to this experience. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Maine Hiking, Maine Trails, Maine Hikes, Penobscot County Hiking, Penobscot County Trails, Penobscot County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||