Pond Pitch Campsite
Open. This backcountry campsite has no road access; reach it by hiking 3 miles from Haskell Gate or by paddling the East Branch. No toilet or potable water on site. Campfires require a Maine Forest Service permit.
Wind Advisory issued October 5 at 12:10PM EDT until October 6 at 5:00PM EDT by NWS Caribou ME
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Central Piscataquis, Northern Penobscot, Southeast Aroostook, Northeast Aroostook, Northwest Aroostook, Northern Somerset, and Northern Piscataquis Counties. * WHEN...From 8 AM to 5 PM EDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Strong winds will also create wind chills as low as 10 to 20 degrees on mountain tops.
Katahdin Overlook Closure
The Katahdin Overlook is currently closed for construction. Visitors are not permitted in the overlook area due to construction hazards. It is still possible to access anything else on the loop road.
Impassable Bridge Near Big Spring Brook Hut
There is an impassable collapsed bridge near Big Spring Brook Hut located at the north section of the monument (46.0333633333, -68.7807583333). This area is impassable by foot traffic and bike.
About
Pond Pitch Campsite sits along the wild East Branch of the Penobscot River within Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument. The site overlooks Pond Pitch, one of several dramatic waterfalls and rapids in the Grand Falls series where the river drops over 200 feet in its first 10 miles. The campsite is named for the pool just above the ledge of the waterfall. This is a true backcountry experience with no road access. Campers must hike or bike 3 miles from Haskell Gate trailhead (6 miles round-trip, 140 feet elevation gain) or paddle the East Branch. The site accommodates up to 5 people and features a metal fire ring and wooden picnic table on leveled dirt and gravel. There is no toilet, no potable water, no food storage locker, and no cell service. Campfires require a valid Maine Forest Service permit and firewood must be sourced locally within 10 miles. Leave No Trace principles apply: pack out all trash and waste.
Directions
From Haskell Gate, hike or bike 3 miles south along the International Appalachian Trail. Alternatively, paddle the East Branch of the Penobscot River. No vehicle access to the campsite.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (207) 456-6001 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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