Maine Mountains a Pictorial Tribute
Maine is a beautiful State which has an abundance of recreation and sightseeing destinations. My goal is to present the mountains of Maine, through a collection of favorite photos,in order to share this beauty with the world.
(picture courtesy of Flickr)
Mt Katahdin, Maine
"Man is born to Die, His Works are Short-lived, Buildings Crumble, Monuments Decay, Wealth Vanishes But Katahdin in All Its Glory Forever Shall Remain the Mountain of the People of Maine." -Percival BaxterMt. Katahdin, is the northern terminus of the famous Appalachian Mountain Trail and is the highest peak in Maine, at 5,267 feet (1,606 m). The Appalachian Mountain Trail runs from Mt. Katahdin, in the State of Maine, over 2,175 miles south, to Springer Mt. in the State of Georgia. It passes through 14 eastern U.S. States and is managed as a footpath/ hiking trail by the U.S. National Park Service. Conceived in 1921 and completed in 1937, the Appalachian Mountain Trail traverses the wild, scenic, wooded, pastoral, and culturally significant lands of the Appalachian Mountains.
Mt. Katahdin was named by the Penobscot Indians and means "the greatest mountain." Fauna include black bear, deer and moose, as well as swarms of bloodthirsty black flies (a sort of midge) and mosquitos in the spring. Among the birds are Bicknell's Thrush and various songbirds and raptors. The mountain has its own indigenous butterfly related to an Arctic type. The flora include pine, spruce, fir, hemlock, beech, maple, birch, aspen, and diapensia.
Katahdin is first referred to in American History, in the writing of John Giles, who was captured by the Abenaki Indians in 1689, outside of Portland, Maine. While indentured to the Abenaki as a captive, he describes their wanderings up and down the various rivers of Maine, including the Penobscot. He saw what the Abenaki referred to as the "Teddon" (Katahdin)and remarked at its being higher than the White Hills (White Mtns), at the head of the Saco River. The Abenaki avoided the Katahdin area however, as they felt it was the home of Pamola, the storm god.
(Both photos above show Mt. Katahdin and are courtesy of Flickr)
Maine Mountain Photos
the Mt. Katahdin Area of Maine
Sunrise over Daicey Pond with loon, frog, and Mt. Katahdin, Baxter State Park, M...
Mt. Katahdin, Maine, seen from the Golden Road, looking over the Penobscot River...
"Man is born to Die, His Works are Short-lived, Buildings Crumble, Monu...
From the archives a shot from 2004 while attempting to climb Mount Katahdin (bac...
Maine Mountain Guide, 9th: AMC Guide to Hiking Trails of Maine
by Appalachian Mountain Club Books
Completely updated descriptions of more than 400 trails
Suggested hikes for all abilities
Updated, full-color, GPS-rendered maps
Coverage of 20 miles of new trail in Baxter State Park
Extensive information about Mount Katahdin
Tips for trip planning, safety, and map and compass use
Mt. Katahdin Area Links
- Welcome to The Official Maine Appalachian Trail Club Homepage
- The Official Maine Appalachian Trail Club Website. Includes information about the Appalachian Trail in Maine, MATC, Maine Appalachian Trail Club, Appalachian Trail clubs, Maine Appalachian Trail environment, trail work photos, Maine scenic photos, Maine, Kennebec River AT user ferry schedule, MATC t
- Welcome to Baxter State Park
- Welcome to Baxter State Park
About Us
Our Natural Setting
Camping & Reservations
Rules & Regulations
Map
Hiking & Climbing
Jobs
Volunteers
Scientific Forest
Management Area
Baxter Store
What's New
Reports
Other - The Appalachian Trail Conservancy
- The Appalachian Trail Conservancy is a volunteer-based, private nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of the 2,175-mile Appalachian National Scenic Trail, a 250,000-acre greenway extending from Maine to Georgia.
Appalachian Trail in Maine
The Maine section of the Appalachian Trail is considered the toughest.
The motto of the Appalachian Trail is "Maine to Georgia". However, it is far more common for experience hikers to start the 6 month hike in Georgia, in April and finish in Maine in September. The reason for this is that the weather conditions are much more favorable (snow storms are common in April in Maine). Also, it is better to challenge the most difficult parts of the Trail after one is in good physical shape.The Appalachian Mountain Trail runs for 276 miles within the State of Maine, from Mount Katahdin to the New Hampshire border. No part of the original Trail was more difficult to build in 1933, than the Maine section, due to the fact that the area lacked the infrastructure found in New Hampshire and Vermont and was an utter wilderness area.
However, Maine's wilderness presented not only challenges to the building of the AMT, but also its allure. Built through virgin territory, with the exceptional beauty of pristine mountains, lakes, forests and streams the Maine link provides a glimpse back into history.
The Trail in Maine traverses several prominent mountains including the twin peaks of the Bigelow Range, Saddleback, and the Mahoosuc Range. Western Maine offers some excellent hiking opportunities, but the Saddleback Mountain Range heads the list, boasting a 3 mile, above treeline section with outstanding views. In the Mahoosucs, the AMT has what is often described as the"toughest mile." This section through Mahoosuc Notch is a testament to a trail builder's imagination and a hiker's stamina; here the AMT goes over and under an incredible boulder-filled notch. The Trail continues over Goose Eye and Mount Carlo on its way to the state line of New Hampshire.
(Photo courtesy of Flickr)
Maine Section Appalachian Mountain Trail
Appalachian Mt Trail Maine
Appalachian Mt Trail Maine
Appalachian Mt Trail Maine
Appalachian Mt Trail Maine
Appalachian Mt Trail Maine
Appalachian Mt Trail Maine
Appalachian Mt Trail Maine
Appalachian Mt Trail Maine
Appalachian Mt Trail Maine
Appalachian Mt Trail Maine
Appalachian Mountain Trail Links
- Appalachian Trail - Fannin County, Georgia Chamber of Commerce
- Fannin County, Georgia is the start of two of Americans most famous long trails, the Appalachian Trail and the Benton MacKaye Trail, named for the man who conceived the idea for the AT.
- GORP - Wild Nights - Maine Overnighters Along the Appalachian Trail
- Maine Overnighters Along the Appalachian Trail
- Press Release (2006): AMC To Open Third Maine Sporting Camp - Chairback Camps
- Join/Renew Give Store Search Overview History Chapters Board of Directors Club Leadership AMC Events Newsroom Employment
- AMC: Trails - Grafton Loop Trail, Maine - Overview
- Join/Renew Give Store Search Where We Work Climate Change Land Protection Trail Work Air Quality Mountain Watch Rivers
Wind - Appalachian Mountain Club Purchases 36,691 acres in Hundred Mile Wilderness
- The land is in the heart of the famed Hundred Mile Wilderness. (Photo: Michael Roberts) The Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) has bought 36,691 acres in the heart of the famed Hundred Mile Wilderness to establish a Maine base of operations. The acquisition expands protection of the forested Moosehead
Maine Mountain and Hiking Guides
Maine Mountains Trail Map 1: Baxter State Park-Katahdin/Rangeley-Stratton/Gulf Hagas
Amazon Price: $7.95 (as of 11/23/2008) 
Maine Mountain Guide, 8th: The hiking trails of Maine featuring Baxter State Park
Amazon Price: (as of 11/23/2008)
Amc Maine Mountain Guide, 7th Edition
Amazon Price: (as of 11/23/2008)
Hike the Appalachian Mountain Trail
Appalachian Trail Class of 2008 Sticker
Price: 3.99
AT "Have to Hike It" Sticker
Price: 3.99
Appalachian Trail White T-Shirt
Price: 19.99
Appalachian Trail Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Price: 23.99
Appalachian Trail Infant/Toddler T-Shirt
Price: 13.99
Maine Mountain Critters
Maine Porcupine
Maine gray Squirrel
Wild Maine deer
Maine Salamander
Maine Moose Crossing
Maine Bull Moose
Maine Cow Moose with calves
Maine Loon
Maine Red Squirrel
Maine White Tail Deer
Maine Black Bear
Maine Fisher
Maine Wild Turkeys
Fisher, also referred to as Fisher Cat in New England
Fisher feeding on Suet
This is a nice clip of a Fisher feeding on a cake of suet put out for bait. This is a video which is part of an interactive educational program created by The Friends of Sunkhaze National Wildlife Refuge located in Milford, Maine. You can experience our new educational program on line at: http://www.sunkahze.org/flash
Runtime: 2:12
8910 views
8 Comments:
New Igo GREEN Tip of the Day
Maine Mt. Wares
Katahdin Sweatshirt
Warm up in our stylin' Hanes Heavyweight 90/10 cotton/polyester sweatshirt. Thick (but not bulky), for maximum comfort and durability whether you're working out or hanging out.
10.1 oz. patented PrintPro® fabric in a 90/10 cotton/polyester blend
Standard fit
Spandex trim in cuffs and waistband
Sweatshirt
Price: 24.99
Lifestyles of the Maine Mountains
This property is "For Sale".The property is on a river in We...
Where did those trees come from? Maine..
Late 1800's cedar shingled shed sinking into the ground.
North New Portland, Maine. B&B is for sale.
Deserted cabin on island in Maine wilderness.
Part of our family history slowly fading away.
This property is "For Sale".The property is on a river in We...
This property is "For Sale".The property is on a river in We...
Maine Mountain Auctions
Fetching new data from eBay now... please stand by
Your comments and feedback are welcomed
ElizabethJeanAllen wrote...
Great lens! As I said before, I think Maine is a wonderful state (at least in the summer.) What's it like living there in the winter?
Lizzy
Posted August 03, 2008
capybara wrote...
You certainly know a lot about Maine, another greal Lens 5* and welcome to Travelmania group.
Discount Online Travel Booking
Posted May 28, 2008
