Penobscot County
Special Weather Statement issued December 30 at 6:57AM EST by NWS Caribou ME
Snow blowing across the roads will create near zero visibility at times across open areas of northern Aroostook County. Recently fallen snow and ice will also lead to poor road conditions through the morning. Drive slowly, keep your distance from the car ahead of you, and keep your headlights on.
Winter Weather Advisory issued December 30 at 6:36AM EST until December 30 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Caribou ME
While steady snow is ending, poor road conditions will continue this morning from fallen snow and ice, as well as blowing and drifting snow reducing visibility. Continue to exercise caution while driving.
Special Weather Statement issued December 30 at 4:39AM EST by NWS Caribou ME
The combination of snow overnight and temperatures falling below freezing causing earlier rain and snowmelt to refreeze will lead to icy and slippery surfaces this morning. Use extra caution if traveling by foot or vehicle this morning.
Special Weather Statement issued December 30 at 4:39AM EST by NWS Caribou ME
Temperatures rapidly falling below freezing this morning will cause any lingering wet roads to freeze. Use extra caution if traveling by foot or vehicle this morning.
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.
Bridge Repairs and Closures
Seboeis River Bridge will be closed to traffic August 27-29 for repairs. This will impact travel into the Seboeis parcel via Charlie's Rd. A bridge over Ragged Brook will be closed September 2-4 for repairs and impact travel towards Philpott Bridge.
Increased Logging Activity on Swift Brook Road
Logging trucks and other large machinery will be active on Swift Brook Road for an undetermined amount of time. Please use caution when driving. Always pull over for logging trucks, and wait until dust has cleared to continue moving.
Hunting Season Begins August 23rd
Hunting season is upon us! Please stay alert and be mindful of the rights of lawful hunters. Hunting is permitted only East of the East Branch of the Penobscot River, but it is advised to wear high visibility clothing on all monument land.
From Recreation.gov
Haskell and Big Spring Brook Huts now have their own page on Recreation.gov: [Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument Huts, Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument - ][1][Recreation.gov][2]. Reservations for stays between mid-January and mid-March will open in mid-December. [1]: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10373941 [2]: http://Recreation.gov
Gale Warning issued December 30 at 12:34AM EST until December 31 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Gray ME
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft. * WHERE...Penobscot Bay and Casco Bay. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
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Campgrounds
- Big Seboeis Campsite
- Big Spring Brook Campsite
- Big Spring Brook Hut
- Esker Campsite
- Grand Pitch Lean-to
- Haskell Campsite
- Haskell Hut
- Katahdin Brook Lean-to
- Katahdin Woods And Waters National Monument Camping And Huts
- Lunksoos Campsites
- Lunksoos Mountain Lean-to
- Pond Pitch Campsite
- Sandbank Stream Campground
- Stair Falls Campsite
- Upper East Branch Campsite
- Wassataquoik Campsite
- Wassataquoik Lean-to
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