Mirror reflection of Lunksoos Mountain and trees within the water of the river.
The East Branch of the Penobscot River is filled with wildness and beautiful scenery for the adventurous few who travel down it. Jason Gablaski

Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument

National Monument · Maine · National Park Service

Spread across a wild landscape offering spectacular views of Katahdin, Katahdin Woods and Waters invites discovery of its rivers, streams, woods, flora, fauna, geology, and the night skies that have attracted humans for millennia.

Plan your visit

Trails & hiking

Biking · Hiking · Horseback Riding · Snowshoeing

Camping

Camping

Site types & reservations: see the official site.

Know before you go

Phone
207-456-6001
Official site
www.nps.gov
Managed by
National Park Service

Getting there

Directions on Google Maps →

Things to do

Highlights: Industry · Logging and Timber Cutting · Monuments and Memorials · Native American Heritage · Animals · Forests and Woodlands · Geology · Glaciers · Mountains · Night Sky · River and Riparian · Scenic Views · Trails · Waterfalls

Activities & features: Astronomy · Stargazing · Fishing · Backcountry Hiking · Front-Country Hiking · Horse Trekking · Hunting and Gathering · Hunting · Paddling · Canoeing · Kayaking · Junior Ranger Program · Skiing · Cross-Country Skiing · Snowmobiling · Wildlife Watching · Birdwatching

Photos

  • Autumn foliage along a dirt logging road.
    NPS / Jason Gablaski

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Sources: National Park Service, Google Places · updated 2026-08-12