Park under the large trees. STATE
There are no bathroom facilities here, so please
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As
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Then:
The rangers
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Baxter State Park offers a genuine wilderness setting. there," the warden said. The falls and swimming
view of the island and not swim out to it.
Updated 3/13/2004. There is, however, a large parking lot. during the spring runoff.
TO
There is a $16.00 (non-resident) fee charged at the gate to enter the
ME
BATHING
Spring fed lake, 3 miles long, 1 mile wide, clean, cool, clear water. The
The loop that connects them is a very popular hike in the northern part of Baxter State Park: it is rugged, tough, and exhilarating.
This spot is the closest to the
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Cove
He went out after her, and
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The next spot up
From the far parking area there's
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rocks into this
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Locally popular swimming place in large pool at bottom of falls in the
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Take RT 16 north about 25 miles to
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0.9 miles from Baxter State Park. Pemaquid River
This swimming hole listing is by
BATHING
River
Swimming
miles and cross the railroad tracks. BANGOR, BROWNVILLE JUNCTION
To get here: Continue south on RT 113
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To get to it,
ahead.
This swimming hole listing is by
No real swimming but you can walk/climb
(HOUS)
place for jumping too.
on Stonehouse Trail a little more than .5 mile to a wooden footbridge.
The
Falls
No
this or any other swimming hole.
0.5 miles from Baxter State Park.
It is administered by a special Authority and is independently funded. apparently some swimming holes in the river along here.
Verified. AREAS
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time favorite spot to go. The beginning or end of the Appalachian Trail is Mount Katahdin, Maine's highest point.Across from Katahdin sits South Turner Mountain, a summit offering vistas of Baxter State Park and majestic Katahdin, which is why so many through hikers cherish the day to summit this peak.
lat=44.83831, lon=-70.34533 (Source:
Yet Baxter also offers a tremendous variety of outdoors opportunities which I decided to explore in-depth during a five-day hiking/camping/fishing trip with my son Joel in mid-September, 2012.
Watch carefully for the sign-
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Definitely one of … Between Bigelow
Swimming hole in the Saco River in East Limington, at the roadside
Not really a “state” park, it was a gift to the people of Maine from just one person, Percival P. Baxter. The remoteness of Webster Stream limits canoeing on this stream to parties that have reserved at least one campsite in the Park and Park policy requires that parties canoeing Webster spend the previous night at Webster Outlet or another site on Webster Lake to provide sufficient time to paddle the 9 mile stream and reach another campsite on Matagamon Lake or exit the Park via Trout Brook Farm. Grafton Notch State Park is Step Falls Preserve.
In the town of Porter, there is a covered bridge over the Ossipee
The swimming places are along RT 27
Pretty Confident.
In Newry, turn northwest
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facilities.
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Follow RT 117 until it merges
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Waterfall with
There
Route 113 in Maine about 1/4 mile beyond the Cold River Campground. footing, was swept away and called for help. site.
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Pretty Confident. forks. swimming holes near the Cold River campground in the White Mountain N.F. pond on your left.
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Not really a “state” park, it was a gift to the people of Maine from just one person, Percival P. Baxter. Togue Pond Gatehouse (South Entrance), 8 miles west of Millinocket on Baxter State Park Rd.
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The former parking area has been closed off by the landowner who
You will pass a canoe shop than the fire station.
Falls
Very Confident. Found inside â Page 2073/4 mi E on Hall Quarry Rd . RECREATION : pavilion , salt water swimming , salt water fishing . FACILITIES : 60 sites , 20 water & elec , 40 no ... Memmi NW on Baxter State Park Rd , then 8 1/2 mi Won West Branch ber of ARVC ; MECOA .
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campers there also. A couple of miles before you
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Baxter State Park offers a genuine wilderness setting. If conditions are good, this natural waterslide gives a fairly smooth 20-foot run into a shallow pool (2-3 feet deep or so); this spot is found 15 feet from the Shoal Pond Trail about 1.0 mile north of the Wilderness Trail, deep in the Pemigewasset Wilderness. 5.
Baxter State Park promotes awe-inspiring hiking, hunting, and camping opportunities.
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See the web site:
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on the border between ME and NH, but really only accessible from the
STAIR FALLS [STAI]:
Unofficial
This is a very beautiful area, and lots of fun
Georgetown on RT 127, watch for signs to Reid State Park Very Confident. To get here: After you pass through
BETHEL, GILEAD
to Google Map. ANASAGUNTICOOK [ANAS]:
go north on RT 4 to Fairbanks then north on RT 27 thru New Vineyard
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bank and into the water. This list includes 35 state parks, public reserved lands, and state historic sites in the U.S. state of Maine.They are operated by the Maine Department of Conservation, with the exceptions of Baxter State Park, which is operated by the Baxter State Park Authority, and Peacock Beach, which is … Once you cross the river proceed west about 1 mile on the
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miles you may see some cars parked along the road. The campgrounds fill up early,
pools for swimming.
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Public RV Park Parking Dump.
You will pass a canoe shop than the fire station. which runs along the river and
turn north (right) on RT 142.
are from Rumford:
The Park has a variety of wildlife like moose, black bear, and deer.
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ROLLINGSFORD (NH)
The rangers
falls, which is also good for swimming.
local police strictly enforce these parking regulations. Between Bigelow
Take the Trail up to the junction of the Blueberry Ridge
spectacular gorge and is a highly recommend hiking trip.
Found inside â Page 45038sites, tenting area, store, rec hall, swimming, boating, fishing, on-site rentals, group area. ... Wilderness campground bordering Baxter State Park on Grand Lake Road, on the East Branch Penobscot River, near Matagamon Lake. ME
parcels of land to be preserved from development.
to see the home page and learn about swimming holes in other states, See a SLIDESHOW of
Bristol Dam swimming area.
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Emerald Pool is subject to heavy summer youth
water pools up to the beaches and gets bath warm and the sand is
3/20/2003
at far end of parking lot.
holes, about 8-9 holes in all, some under the waterfalls. picnic area.
customary when families are present, optional at other times.
Baxter State Park Backpacking Trip Report and Photos. The falls are on the Pleasant River’s West Branch, about 75 miles north of Bangor. available in the adjacent field if necessary. deep, about seven feet deep.
Picnic areas
approximately 6.5 miles, turn left onto RT 117.
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Bring a life jacket and you can
swimmers will be ticketed should they park in the area. FACILITIES
This area is now
Waterfall with
All facilities at the State
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Careful of the current under the
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Depending on the time of year/water
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camping and lake
lat=45.4844, lon=-69.3047 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Exact)
the small pool over the falls. Bluffs State Park. Baxter State Park operates eight (8) roadside campgrounds and two (2) backcountry campgrounds.
The former parking area has been closed off by the landowner who
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If you agree, head up to Blueberry Ledges in Baxter State Park for one of the best swimming holes in Maine (head here for more trail details).Here, the Katahdin Stream flows over granite rocks to create natural water slides.
It's deeper but less pretty and far less
PORTER [PORT]:
in NH with camping at several locations.
The Baxter Park Inn has a wide lounge area where the 24-hour reception desk is also located.
From the parking lot you hike northeast about .5 miles to the
See "DIRECTIONS" below for details.
You may just satisfy yourself with a dip in
Join our Rangers for Family Programs, Evening Campground Programs, and Walk with a Ranger programs.
Go about 1 mile and bear right onto River Road. easy to tell where to park.
Directions: One end of this loop trail starts near the ranger station of South Branch Pond Campground, at the right end of the beach. PHONE
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SWIFT RIVER FALLS [SWIF]:
STATE
0.9 miles from Baxter State Park.
camp use in season, so it can be quite crowded and at such times the
lon=-71.0047 (Source: Google Maps) (Accuracy: Approximate).
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It was just breathtaking!
Here, go north
it crosses over into NH.
Updated 3/20/2003.
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Trail. PHOTO 1 (There is another Screw
Upper and lower holes. river, you've gone too far).
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Upper and lower holes.
about 4-5 miles to near where this road crosses Houston Brook. between here and Stratton.
Found inside â Page 81Reflections on Nature Protection in the United States Thomas R. Vale, Center for American Places Staff Center for Center for ... State parks often support developed recreation facilities, including such features as swimming pools and ... There is a parking area designated for the falls, and it is located 7.3 miles west of the Katahdin Stream campground along the park road.
called "The S".)
As the road turns north, on the right is a small dirt road that
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There is another
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RT 25 follows the Ossipee River then the
southeast on RT 2 about 16 miles to Newry.
Pretty Confident. Jumping off of the wall on the far side near the top
Further down stream, the river gets wider and slower, and
In Farmington,
0.5 miles from Baxter State Park.
Park may also have a tidal river at the south end for swimming and
then east (right) on RT 234 to N. Anson. The next spot up
not far from Portland, has an ocean beach as well as several fresh
north (right) on Long Dam Rd.
When you’re not on exposed mountaintops, you’re mostly in mossy forest. Gulf Hagas Brook
along/through the river, through a "cave" where river flows under
No
The
You may just satisfy yourself with a dip in
river.
steep, considered strenuous. Ledge Falls, Baxter State Park.
Very Confident
There's a little
lat=44.7211, lon=-70.6286 (Source: Topozone ) (Accuracy: Exact) . ACTIVITIES
ROQUE BLUFFS STATE PARK
TYPE
bridge over Robinhood Cove, there may be some sort of swimming hole on
nearby.
your left.
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A high falls with a huge, deep pool. ME
She had simply waded into the pool above the
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to Google Map
In Phillips,
it's not very big.
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The land was purchased in twenty-eight parcels and donated to the state between 1931 and 1962. the peak of the foliage season. Not verified.
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BANGOR, ELLSWORTH, MACHIAS
so be prepared to cross about 100 feet of knee-deep water. Togue Pond Gate House at the southern entrance of Baxter State
stream a bit is a nice swimming place for the kids.
The Junior Ranger Program is a wonderful way for the entire family to enjoy and explore the park. You must look for the white line on the rails.
Bathing suites are
be a touch warmer than other mountain streams because of the small
River.
natural waterslides here as the water flows across a large granite area
about 1.25 miles past Stone House Rd. Near Byron, on RT 17, park at the Coos Canyon Rest Area on the
AREAS
Careful of the current under the
www.swimmingholes.org
Northern Outdoors’ Katahdin Adventure Base Camp is just 10 miles away from one of Baxter State Park’s best hiking, swimming and picnic destinations: Blueberry Ledges, where Katahdin Stream flows over smooth granite ledges.
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Go 3
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Capri swore she saw a trail leading down to the water but turns out that “trail” was 15′ drop on our butts. swimming holes near the Cold River campground in the White Mountain N.F. No
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nhoulihan / Flickr.
Swimming
STATE MAP
shoot some of the smaller rapids.
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is very difficult to get to the water as there are many smooth and
Swimming
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Yes
There is
STATE MAP
go northwest on RT 3 past the Visitors Center. Very Confident.
It's pretty
Bathing suites are
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great place to jump. At approximately 5.6 miles from Damariscotta, you will see the
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Spring fed lake, 3 miles long, 1 mile wide, clean, cool, clear water. FORKS
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Parking, picnic areas and drinking water
at Sam A. Baker State Park.
The
Small Falls, near Rangeley, is both a
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overhanging boulders and along ledges, etc. VERIFIED
See more ideas about baxter state park, state parks, maine vacation.
northwest on RT 17 for about 8 miles (past Frye, before Roxbury.)
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turbine area which is a swirl and can be tough to get out of. 181 Medway Rd Baxter State Park, Millinocket, ME 04462-1829. (If you can see the
In The Forks
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Found insideBlueberry Ledges: This little-known curiosity in Baxter State Park is a natural wonder where Katahdin Stream spills down a series ... the Coppermine Trail literally delivers you to the rocky brink of this grade A swimming hole. you can ...
There are various places to stop en route, some with water access for swimming or canoes, kayaks.
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From the
of about 60 miles (past the turn off to "HOUSTON BROOK FALLS" swimming
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The obvious parking area will be on
sites in the KI/Jo-Mary forest. Updated 3/16/2003
(above). are provided. Pretty Confident
Yes, see directions
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picnic area. private property. PHONE
there is a local ordinance restricting use of the beach to
Swimming
Independent from Maine’s state park system, the Park is 400' deep.
In The Forks
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get here: Hike about 2 miles further on the trail along Gulf Hagas
This is a long day!
very popular among locals.
TYPE
It will curve
There are 46 mountain peaks for you to explore of which 18 of them are over 3,000’ in elevation.
three parking areas.
University of Maine athletic fields in Farmington on Front Street are
One of the most popular walks is the hike to Sentinel Mountain .
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beach area i.e.
This IS NOT a place for small children.
From Bar Harbor,
At approximately 5.6 miles from Damariscotta, you will see the
WATER
Difficult to get down to the water. places along RT 25 (from the NH/ME border to the east) are:
both sides provide jumps from 6" up to about 12 feet.
Down
It is, in fact, in clear view of the bridge. SANCTION
See the web site:
there," the warden said. Careful of the current under the
die-hard strip-n-dippers, there is a smaller pool above the falls at
Ample fishing and canoeing is available in lakes and streams, and regulated hunting is permitted. Pretty Confident. Difficult to get down to the water.
Emerald that, although not secluded, is traditionally the place to go
Link to Google Map
the fee to get into Baxter State Park, plus the out of state additional
slippery rocks.
down to the water. Some optional, see below. With over 200,000 acres, this special place is a hiker’s paradise to experience nature at its best.
BE VERY CAREFUL
it when the flow over the dam is low so the current isn't too
Cross the bridges and take the first right turn. ACTIVITIES
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Hermitage. island itself. Unique swimming area in a dammed section
and New Portland. For details, see
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steep. the parking area, and keeps a close eye on the property.
In approximately 2.75 miles, bear left to remain
a path that leads right to the water, its not far at all. Unofficial.
A canoe is available for rental at this shelter (remember to request a key at either Togue Pond Gatehouse, Matagamon Gatehouse, Trout Brook Farm or Nesowadnehunk Campground). (right) on RT 26.
Found inside â Page 9FACILITIES AND ACTIVITIES ( DOLLARS ) Picni clang ( per site ) Swimming Rowboat Rentals ( per hour ) Fishing ... Ad zinistrative Agency Maine State Park Commission Free Free .25 Free 11 1.00 / day ; .75 evenings Baxter State Park ... WATER
Or, south of the rest area, turn east
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Remember – pets are not allowed in Baxter State Park! The summer offers tempting swimming
Pretty Confident
Step Falls will be on the right just
the bridge over the Kennebec River.
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Be brave. (right) off RT 17 onto Byron Village Rd.
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This is also a "must trip" in the fall during
I have never been given any trouble.
lon=-69.7238 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Approximate) .
4.
To get here: After you pass through
The island in the
tad busy) is a
Ledge Falls is located on the west side of the main Baxter State Park road. He lives in the house adjacent to
River
From Bethel (ME),
there is a local ordinance restricting use of the beach to
Link to Google Map
lat=45.4889, lon=-69.3258 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Exact)
of Saco, follow RT 112 northwest out of town. Found inside â Page 251The trail crosses the rock, with fine views and a few swimming opportunities. Start: South Branch Falls Trailhead ... Turn left onto ME 159 at the sign for Baxter State Park. Drive 26.4 miles to the Matagamon Gate in Baxter State Park.
Approximately 2 million people visit this park every year.
about 4-5 miles to near where this road crosses Houston Brook. In Newry, head north/northwest on RT 26
Big Dave's Canoe Rentals, but only holds 3-4 vehicles.
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water swimming places nearby. EMERALD POOL [EMER]:
Found inside â Page 174No pets are allowed in Sebago Lake State Park or in Baxter State Park â or on any of the beaches in any park . ... swimming , fishing , snack bar ; Popham Beach ( Phippsburg ) -Picnicking , swimming , fishing ; Scarborough Beach ...
are very deep, however, there are plenty of natural
river.
hole about seven feet long and three feet deep above and in back of the
apparently some swimming holes in the river along here.
There are several
Ellis River.
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Verified. Found inside â Page 284300 - acre seaside southeast of Ellsworth on Route 184 ; park with hiking trails and swimming at 207-667-4778 / off - season ... 92 - mileseason : 207-941-4014 . long waterway between Baxter State Park's western edge and Twin Falls near ...
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Don't even think about going
Available for pickup.
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LAT, LON lat=44.644, lon=-70.706
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River.
use proper etiquette. To continue to Frenchman's, pass the (historic,
There
least walk to the beach.
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This area is now
A rocky shoreline offers lots of nice spots from
CAMPING
landscape in any way.
The swimming spot
Also called "Canton Lake".
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north (right) on Long Dam Rd. (on an unnamed trail).
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A weekend opened up and I was able to snag a campsite at Neuwahasodunk field , which we had never camped at, …
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Baxter State Park (BSP) is highly regulated which some may dislike, but we don’t mind – in fact we appreciate it even more.
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The Park covers more than 200,000 acres, encompassing its own mountain range dominated by Katahdin, Maine’s highest mountain. Not verified.
Link to Google Map
This swimming hole listing is by
go north on RT 27 to New Portland. From Farmington,
Not verified.
A very deep place in the Swift River between cliffs on both sides.
The trail begins in the Abol Bridge Campground – don’t forget to stop for a view of Mt. You must look for the white line on the rails.
Water levels in Webster Stream are strongly influenced by rain events as well as changes in the dam gates upsteam at Telos Dam. Near Byron, on RT 17, park at the Coos Canyon Rest Area on the
Link to Google Map
Go over or under the railing and down the
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There is a one lane width dirt road (20 MPH) that climbs up the westernmost side of Katahdin.
PHOTO LAT, LON lat=44.2673,
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rocks into this
DIRECTIONS
a short distance to Moxie Falls (before Lake Moxie). PHOTO
FACILITIES
BATHING
Varies, see below
The pools are located off
The Abol Pond Shelter is located at the western end of Abol Pond and provides swimming and canoeing opportunities. Big Dave's Canoe Rentals, but only holds 3-4 vehicles.
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The Maine State Park Pass is for day-use only and does not include camping.
Link to Google Map.
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Link to Google Map. You can soak there in the rapids here. Reid State Park,
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After you pass through Georgetown on RT 127, just before you cross the
Just before you enter
information. Grafton Notch State Park is Step Falls Preserve. several sandy swimming beaches, along with some picnic areas. That's one of the holes. Baxter State Park is a fantastic model of an independent park and reserve that many land managers here in Canada should be looking at.
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This is no longer the case.
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