KATAHDIN ADVENTURE BASE CAMP
Why Camping at the Katahdin Base Camp is Perfect for Your Baxter State Park Adventures
What about indoor lodging in the Millinocket Region?
Raft one of Maine’s most thrilling and gorgeous rivers–the Penobscot. Challenging, technical whitewater rapids in the granite-walled Ripogenus Gorge are balanced by playful holes in the lower section. Spectacular scenery, wildlife and action await you on this dam-controlled river. Learn more about our Penobscot River Rafting trips.
The Big Moose Inn offers a wide selection of indoor accommodations for individuals and groups rafting the Penobscot River, hiking in Baxter State Park and exploring the Katahdin region. Big Moose has inn suites with private baths, inn rooms with shared baths, lakeside cabins, and trail side cabins, all situated either on or within walking distance of two beautiful lakes. Kayak, canoe, and stand up paddle board rentals available on-site, along with moose boat tours and scenic plane rides.
Camp just outside Baxter State Park at the Big Moose Campground. Located near Millinocket and Ambajejus Lakes, enjoy camping in the great north woods with all the amenities of the Big Moose Inn and their two restaurants located a short drive or walk away.
Located in the east-central portion of the state, this region includes mile-high Mt. Katahdin and Baxter State Park, the vast southern Aroostook softwood flats, the hilly lake country south of Route 6, and the rolling farm country of western Penobscot County.
Out Katahdin Base Camp is 8 miles north of Millinocket on the Baxter State Park Road.