Does Baxter State Park have cabins?

Does Baxter State Park have cabins?

Baxter State Park offers 10 campgrounds and many remote campsites for visitors. Camping facilities include tent sites, bunkhouses, cabins, and Adirondack-style lean-to shelters.

How do you make reservations at Baxter State Park?

You can call them at 207-723-5140. You can make them in person at Park Headquarters, located at 64 Balsam Drive in Millinocket. They are open Mon—Fri from 8am—4pm and closed on holidays. You can download their reservation form and mail your reservation to: Baxter State Park, 64 Balsam Drive, Millinocket, Maine 04662.

Are there bears in Baxter State Park?

Grinning and Bearing It In Baxter — There are a few dozen black bears in Baxter State Park, and while they are not out to eat you, they do get ornery when disturbed, and they do get hungry at night.

Is there cell service in Baxter State Park?

There is no cell service (either voice or data) throughout nearly all of the Park. Transporting any firewood into the Park is prohibited.

How much does it cost to get into Baxter State Park?

A day pass or season pass is required for all non-resident vehicles entering Baxter State Park. No motor vehicle shall be permitted to enter the Park without payment of a motor vehicle fee of Eight Dollars ($8.00) per motor vehicle for each day.

How much does it cost to camp at Baxter State Park?

Summer Fees

Are there moose in Baxter State Park?

King of the Area: Moose Because moose are free to roam without the danger of being hunted in Baxter State Park, sightings in and around the park are frequent. Easily accessible and designated Moose viewing areas include Sandy Stream Pond and Stump Pond, however these areas can often be quite crowded.

Can you backcountry camp in Baxter State Park?

Russell Pond is the most remote campground in Baxter State Park and one of two backcountry campgrounds in the Park. Russell Pond provides very good fishing in local ponds and access to Wassataquoik Stream, Wassataquoik Lake and several popular backcountry campsites.

How long does it take to drive through Baxter State Park?

It takes 2 hours to drive the full length. The road is open to snow sledding, skiing, and snowshoeing in the winter.

Do you need a parking pass for Baxter State?

You need to have an account at baxterstatepark.org in order to complete a parking reservation. Parking reservations are non refundable and non transferable. This is different from the non-resident entrance fee, which is a fee for those from states other than Maine for entrance to the Park (Mainers enter free).