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Appalachian Trail: Spectacle Pond to Katahdin Stream Campground
The infamous 100-Mile Wilderness of the Appalachian Trail.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 164 km
- Ascent
- 4.5 km
- Descent
- 4.6 km
Borestone Mountain
A moderate hike with 360 views at the mountain summit
Hiking Moderate
- Distance
- 6.7 km
- Ascent
- 386 m
- Descent
- 385 m
- Duration
- 1-2 hrs
- Low Point
- 255 m
- High Point
- 584 m
- Gradient
- 13˚
This four mile round-trip hike can be completed in about 3 hours, the trail through the woods is well groomed and well marked, and its bare summit offers true 360 views of the surrounding mountains and ponds in the Moosehead Lake region. This is one of my favorite hikes in Maine!
Description
For more info and photos about this hike, please visit my blog: <a href="http://www.ericsturgeon.com/blog/borestone-mountain/">Borestone Mountain Trail Guide - Eric's Maine Life</a>
Difficulty
Moderate
Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.
High Exposure
Some trail sections have exposed ledges or steep ascents/descents where falling could cause serious injury.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.
Best time to visit
Features
- Picturesque
- Summit Hike
- Family friendly
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