Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument
Spread across a wild landscape offering spectacular views of Mount 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.
Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument is located in north central Maine approximately a 2.5-hour drive west of Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor and 1.5-hour drive north of Bangor, Maine, both of which are served by regional airports.
- Biking
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Hunting and Gathering
- Hunting
- Paddling
- Canoeing
- Kayaking
- Skiing
- Cross-Country Skiing
- Snowmobiling
- Snowshoeing
- Wildlife Watching
- Birdwatching
- Industry
- Logging and Timber Cutting
- Monuments and Memorials
- Native American Heritage
- Animals
- Forests and Woodlands
- Glaciers
- Mountains
- Night Sky
- River and Riparian
- Scenic Views
- Trails
- Waterfalls
East Branch of the Penobscot River
The East Branch of the Penobscot River is filled with wildness and beautiful scenery for the adventurous few who travel down it.
Autumn Foliage
Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument has arguably the best autumn foliage out of any national park unit.