Maine Outdoors - Maine Parks
Acadia National Park, Baxter State Park and More, 2, 3,
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Acadia National Park Videos
Baxter State Park
Baxter State Park Videos
Maine is home to an abundance of parks and private reserves, from the famed Acadia National Park, to the exceptional Baxter State Park, to the many lake, river and ocean-side parks and preserves.
Acadia National Park
U.S. National Park Service site.
Resource for Acadia National Park
activities,
campsites,
fees,
maps,
year-round
weather and more. Starting January 1, 2007, an Interagency
Annual Pass (good for
all parks nationwide) can be
purchased online
for $80. It covers the purchaser plus 3 accompanying persons. However, park passes purchased at Acadia
or
other local sites are both less expensive and directly benefit
Acadia National Park.
Friends of Acadia
If you enjoyed your stay in Acadia National Park, make a contribution to this organization dedicated to the preservation of the area's natural beauty. Membership includes many benefits, the most important of which is knowing that you've given something in return for your experience and memories.
Baxter State Park
Comprising over 204,000 acres, this forested
wilderness surrounding Mount Katahdin is exceptional in its beauty.
Enjoy Katahdin Stream Falls, Big and Little Niagara Falls, and much
more. Obtain
camping info,
hiking cut-off times,
climate info and more. Managed by the Baxter State Park
Authority.
Hiking Baxter
A photographic guide to hiking in and around
Baxter State Park and Mount Katahdin. Includes insightful tidbits
and essential information, with practical knowledge of the area from a
fellow hiker to help you along the trial. Entice your outdoor
appetite and start planning your adventure to Katahdin.