A Gift to the Nation

Spread across a wild landscape offering spectacular views of 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.

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Plan Your Visit

The monument offers opportunities to experience woods, rivers, trails, and scenic vistas. Learn more and plan your visit today!

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Camping

Learn about the different camping experiences available in the monument.

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Road Safety

New to driving in unpaved logging territory? Learn how to safely navigate hazards on monument roads.

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Wildlife Safety

Keep the wildlife wild! Learn more about how to keep yourself and the animals safe here at the monument.

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Plan a Hike

From mountain vistas to scenic viewpoints, there is a hike for everyone.

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Visiting Tekakapimek Contact Station

Visit a commitment to Wabanaki culture this season. Click here to learn what the Tekakapimek Contact Station has to offer.

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Experience a Dark Sky Sanctuary

A certified International Dark Sky Sanctuary, the monument offers excellent nighttime viewing. Experience the night skies like never before!

Last updated: September 12, 2025

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

PO Box 446
Patten, ME 04765

Phone:

207-456-6001
Staff are generally available to answer the phone between 8 am and 4:30 pm Monday-Friday. If you reach the voicemail, please leave a message and someone will return your call as soon as possible. Messages are checked in the morning on weekends and intermittently throughout the day when staff are available.

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