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What campers say
Baxter State Park is consistently praised for dramatic scenery and a wild, well‑preserved feel. Visitors often note excellent trail and road maintenance, very clean facilities (including outhouses), and friendly, knowledgeable rangers who prioritize safety. The park offers rewarding but frequently strenuous routes—summiting Mount Katahdin can be a long, technical day—so come well prepared. Its remoteness means limited cell service and roughly a 40‑minute drive back to town for supplies, which many see as part of the appeal but is a practical tradeoff. Overall it’s a peaceful, uncrowded destination for serious hikers and those wanting to disconnect.
Our summary of 888 traveler reviews.