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Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument

National reserve · North Penobscot ·

Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument

National reserve · North Penobscot ·
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"I count this monument in Maine among the best places in the contiguous U.S. (beyond Alaska) to see the northern lights." - Stefanie Waldek

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Remote wilderness for aurora viewing, hiking, camping, and wildlife

northern lights
remote wilderness
friendly rangers
scenic drive
rough roads
dark skies
wildlife sightings
peace and quiet
Google Rating
4.3 (76)
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Swift Brook Rd, Stacyville, ME 04777 Get directions

Wheelchair accessible parking lot
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Information

Remote wilderness for aurora viewing, hiking, camping, and wildlife

northern lights
remote wilderness
friendly rangers
scenic drive
rough roads
dark skies
wildlife sightings
peace and quiet
Google Rating
4.3 (76)
Featured in Conde Nast Traveler
Featured in
Featured in Afar
Featured in

Swift Brook Rd, Stacyville, ME 04777 Get directions

Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument by null
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Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument by null
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Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument by null
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