Knife Edge Trail Katahdin
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Maine · penobscot County

Knife Edge Trail Katahdin

Highly exposed alpine traverse across Katahdin's dramatic ridge.

Rating
Length
8.8 mi
Difficulty
9
County
penobscot
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Katahdin Chimney Pond Trail

Backcountry approach to alpine cirque scenery beneath Katahdin.

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Katahdin Helon Taylor Trail

Classic exposed ridge route to Katahdin's summit plateau.

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Sandy Stream Pond Trail Baxter

Gentle pond-side route with frequent wildlife and mountain views.

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About This Trail

Highly exposed alpine traverse across Katahdin’s dramatic ridge. This trail is part of the SecretFalls Maine wave 1 launch set.

Location

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Coordinates: 45.902299, -68.9132152
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Getting There

Start from the primary trailhead for Knife Edge Trail Katahdin in PENOBSCOT County, Maine. Confirm parking, closures, and trail conditions before hiking.

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Katahdin Chimney Pond Trail

Backcountry approach to alpine cirque scenery beneath Katahdin.

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Katahdin Helon Taylor Trail

Classic exposed ridge route to Katahdin's summit plateau.

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Sandy Stream Pond Trail Baxter

Gentle pond-side route with frequent wildlife and mountain views.

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South Turner Mountain Trail

Steady Baxter climb to open summit ledges and broad panoramas.

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Katahdin Abol Trail

Steep Baxter ascent with scrambly sections and major alpine summit views.

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