mount katahdin
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We climbed Katahdin via the Knife Edge on 10/20/14. The loop we did started in the Roaring Brook parking lot. 10.5 miles or so, 11 hours. Very difficult hike. Thrilling to be hanging onto rocks for dear life at a couple of points. All of the trails require fitness and determination. It's a tough and truly amazing mountain.
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Mount Katahdin is the highest mountain in Maine at 5,269 feet (1,606 m). 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 a granite intrusion weathered to the surface. The flora and fauna on the mountain are typical of those found in northern New England. I first climbed to the summit of Mount Katahdin in the winter, January of 1989; which made it a much more challenging hike/climb than it is in the warmer months of the year. However; at this time I was climbing this in conjunction with an "Outward Bound" winter survival course; which I was completing at that time! Technically, it is not a difficult ascent; however the weather was extremely cold. I completed his climb to the summit and return in two, and 1/2 days. It was a great experience, and a lot of fun; with rewarding views, not available o the general public! Large patches of snow remain on the mountain well into late spring of each year, due to both its latitude, and the cold temperatures! With some effort this mountain can be summited, and return in one day; however its not very enjoyable, and I prefer taking my time, and enjoying he beauty of the mountains'. 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.
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Beautiful and very difficult. Lots of boulders. The views are spectacular but be ready to climb many rocks. We got to visit with AT through hikers which was fun.
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This is a tough hike. Do not attempt unless you have hiking experience. There is no easy trail up this mountain. It takes a long time to climb. The reward is one of the finest views anywhere!
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My nephew and I climbed Mt. Katahdin via the Hunt Trail, as we wanted to hike the northern terminus of the Appalachian Trail together. Here are a few facts to begin with. I’m middle-aged, I work out, and consider myself to be in good physical shape. I trained for this hike by hiking with weights in my backpack for 4 months prior to hitting this trail (in addition to my other work-out regimen). None of that mattered. Perhaps none of that mattered because I was not mentally prepared for what this trail would present us with, and it was so mentally draining (at least to me), that it truly affected me physically. Please don’t let that deter you from summiting via this trail though because I have to admit that I have an intense fear of falling off into nothingness, which can quite possibly happen on this trail in some areas if you lose your footing – or more importantly, your mental focus. Having said that, it was grueling for me to work through these fears while perched on sheer facades of cliffs at times, or while trying to reach for iron rungs that were above my grasp, but that I HAD to grasp and pull myself up and over in order to continue the climb. So, just be prepared for these types of challenges if you plan to summit via the Hunt Trail. It is a beautiful trail, no doubt, but it can be quite cruel in areas! Those dump truck sized boulders are not easy to climb up, but they are fun to slide down as you descend (as long as you don’t mind shredding the rear portion of your hiking pants!!). All in all, I am VERY glad that I was able to summit (with MUCH encouragement from my nephew), as it was both an emotional and euphoric feeling and quite a sense of accomplishment too! Also, the views from the summit were absolutely awe-inspiring and well worth the climb. I felt as if I was looking down on a giant Google earth image! It was spectacular, and the memories of summiting Mt. Katahdin will live with me forever. Other views along the climb were amazing as well, as was the scent of balsam and pine in the forest, combined with the soothing sound of Katahdin Stream Falls when the hike began/ended. A true Maine experience in many ways!! One parting thought -- please be sure that you have a quality flashlight with you on this hike as well, just in case you are descending in any bit of darkness. Thankfully, my nephew had some sort of tactical and very powerful flashlight; whereas, mine was a knock-off brand that barely lit my path (it’s hard to tell how truly powerful [or powerless] a flashlight is until you are descending a mountain in a dense portion of forest!!), so spend a little more for a quality light or headlamp in order to ensure a safe hike. Have fun and pack a lot of food and water. You’ll need it!
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Wow! Such an amazing trail. Great scrambling, great views,meeting AP finishers. A once in a lifetime hike.
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Super hiking experience. Rugged, challenging, unspoiled. Remains true to the behest of Governor Baxter to preserve the area.
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Breathtaking views that are worth the major effort it takes to reach the summit. We will definitely return to Chimney Pond campground. It was so beautiful to hang out on the rocky beach and gaze at the mountains.
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Heaven on Earth and almost close enough to touch Heaven itself. Beautiful land, water, and sky. Loons cry and run across the top of the lakes like only a loon can.
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It's a fun hike with options, a short trail to the summit or a longer one around the Mountain on the Appalachian Trail.