Last updated: November 2, 2023
Thing to Do
Bike to Haskell Rock Pitch
NPS photo / J Atchison
Distance: 4 mi/6.4 km
Difficulty: Moderate / Intermediate
To get to Haskell Rock Pitch, take a 4 mile out-and-back trail starting at Haskell Gate on the New River Road. It is recommended to use a mountain bike. There is a slight elevation gain of 110ft as you bike past several points of interest along the East Branch of the Penobscot River; including Stair Falls ( make sure to add an additional 1.2 miles round trip on this spur trail), Haskell Hut, Haskell Deadwater, and Haskell Rock Pitch. The trail continues downriver towards Grand Pitch. Reminder, do not take bikes down the portage trails.
Hazards such as deep mud, rocks, loose gravel, potholes, and downed trees can make this trip technical and challenging. This route is shared with hikers on the International Appalachian Trail. Show your respect when passing hikers by slowing to a walking pace or even stopping. Anticipate other trail users around corners or in blind spots. Yielding means slow down, establish communication, be prepared to stop if necessary and pass safely.
Difficulty: Moderate / Intermediate
To get to Haskell Rock Pitch, take a 4 mile out-and-back trail starting at Haskell Gate on the New River Road. It is recommended to use a mountain bike. There is a slight elevation gain of 110ft as you bike past several points of interest along the East Branch of the Penobscot River; including Stair Falls ( make sure to add an additional 1.2 miles round trip on this spur trail), Haskell Hut, Haskell Deadwater, and Haskell Rock Pitch. The trail continues downriver towards Grand Pitch. Reminder, do not take bikes down the portage trails.
Hazards such as deep mud, rocks, loose gravel, potholes, and downed trees can make this trip technical and challenging. This route is shared with hikers on the International Appalachian Trail. Show your respect when passing hikers by slowing to a walking pace or even stopping. Anticipate other trail users around corners or in blind spots. Yielding means slow down, establish communication, be prepared to stop if necessary and pass safely.
Details
Activity
Biking
Pets Allowed
Yes
All pets must be on leash within the monument. Refer to the pets information page for more information.
Activity Fee
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Location
Haskell Rock Pitch
GPS Coordinates: 46.072823, -68.766708
Reservations
Yes
Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Pay attention to the monument Current Conditions page for road conditions and closures.
Time of Day
Day
Accessibility Information
The roads and trail surfaces at Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument are not paved. The surface of this path is often very muddy, uneven, and hilly. This road is not recommended for people with limited vision, limited mobility, or slow reaction times. The current ebike policy for the park is listed in the Superintendent’s Compendium.