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Maine
Piscataquis County

Mount Katahdin loop via the Cathedral and Knife Edge Trails — Baxter State Park

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Hiking trails & Routes
United States
Maine
Piscataquis County

Mount Katahdin loop via the Cathedral and Knife Edge Trails — Baxter State Park

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Mount Katahdin loop via the Cathedral and Knife Edge Trails — Baxter State Park

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13.9km

1,140m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 21, 2025

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4.96 km

The legendary Knife Edge Trail on Mount Katahdin is an iconic part of the Appalachian Trail and Katahdin itself. The Knife Edge Trail is a serious, but spectacular endeavor. The …

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6.31 km

This is the northern end of the famed 2,135 mile Appalachian Trail. It ends at the highest of three peaks on Mount Katahdin: Baxter Peak at 5,268 feet. It is …

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8.41 km

Chimney Pond is a beautiful pond with a campground at the foot of Mount Katahdin. You get great views over the water to the dramatic cliffs above. This is a great spot to eat a snack and admire the views.

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10.3 km

The Basin Ponds are a set of two alpine lakes situated within the spectacular Baxter State Park in Maine. They are surrounded by beautiful spruce, fir and some deciduous shrubs …

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13.9 km

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Parking

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13.5 km

284 m

132 m

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13.9 km

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