South Turner Mountain Trail
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Maine · penobscot County

South Turner Mountain Trail

Steady Baxter climb to open summit ledges and broad panoramas.

Rating
Length
5.0 mi
Difficulty
6
County
penobscot

About This Trail

A steady 5-mile round-trip climb gaining 1,830 feet to South Turner Mountain’s open summit ledges, offering panoramic views of Katahdin’s entire massif that rival the views from Baxter Peak itself. Starting from Roaring Brook Campground, this is an excellent alternative for hikers seeking dramatic alpine scenery without Katahdin’s full-day commitment.

Location

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Coordinates: 45.9270335, -68.8518433

Getting There

From Millinocket, drive 16 miles northwest on Baxter Park Road to the Togue Pond Gatehouse. Continue 8 miles on Roaring Brook Road to the Roaring Brook Campground trailhead. A parking reservation is required.

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