A grayish brown and white bird perches on a branch.
A black and white bird with an open beak perches on a branch.

Bird Walk at Lunksoos Boat Launch

Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument

  • Every week on Saturday at 8:30 AM from September 12, 2026 to October 17, 2026
  • Free
Join a ranger to see and hear some of the wide variety of resident and migratory birds found at Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, including raptors, warblers and various songbirds. While you explore the area around Lunksoos Boat Launch, you may hear more birds than you can see. Bring binoculars and a device with the Merlin app if you have them.
 
The walk will take place on gravel roads and grassy areas. Footing may be uneven.
 
A vault toilet is available at the Lunksoos Campground.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Meet at Lunksoos Boat Launch. From exit 264 on Interstate 95, turn north on Maine State Route 158. After 0.2 miles, turn left on Maine State Route 11 (also known as Grindstone Road.) Follow Route 11 for 6.2 miles. Continue straight onto Swift Brook Road (gravel) for 5.2 miles. At the fork, bear right onto Seboeis Road (gravel). Follow Seboeis Road for 2.5 miles to the Lunksoos Boat Launch. All roads within the monument are unpaved.

Schedule

Days:

Every week on Saturday

Dates:

September 12, 2026 to October 17, 2026

Time:

8:30 AM

Duration:

1 hour

Contact Information

John Hanlon
207-456-6001
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Event Type

  • Walk
Tags: bird walk, birding, katahdin woods and waters national monument