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Notice of Closure
April 30, 2026 By Baxter State Park

Headquarters Training Closure Notice

The Baxter State Park Headquarters in Millinocket will be closed to the public from 5/04 - 5/14 for a training event. The reservations phone line will still be open during this time.

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Seasonal Update
April 21, 2026 By Baxter State Park

Winter Camping Has Ended

No camping is permitted in the Park until the summer camping season begins on 5/15. Camping is permitted in BSP by reservation only.

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Ticker Alert
April 21, 2026 By Baxter State Park

All Katahdin & Traveler trails are closed at the trailhead

Please monitor our Today’s Condition’s page for updates (high elevation trails usually open late May, early June). Trail closures protect the sensitive alpine environment during freeze-thaw cycles.

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Holiday notice
April 16, 2026 By Baxter State Park

Patriot’s Day Closure Alert

The Reservations Line and Park Headquarters in Millinocket will be closed on Monday, 4/20, in observance of Patriot’s Day.

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Opportunities
April 6, 2026 By Baxter State Park

We are looking for a web designer and host for a new website!

Learn more here: New website design and web hosting/maintenance services (submission deadline 5/20/2026). Apply or submit your proposals below.

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Hours Adjustment
April 2, 2026 By Baxter State Park

Reservations Office Delayed Opening (Friday, April 3)

On Friday, April 3, the Reservations Office will open at 11 am. Normal phone services will be available immediately thereafter.

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Notice
March 31, 2026 By Baxter State Park

Weather Delay Opening: Wednesday, April 1st

Due to inclement weather, the reservations line and Baxter State Park headquarters in Millinocket will have a delayed opening on Wednesday, 4/01/26. We expect to open by 10 a.m.

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Community Event
March 30, 2026 By Baxter State Park

Earth Day Litter Patrol Meeting & BBQ Details

Meet at Park Headquarters in Millinocket at 9 a.m. Join us to help clean the roadside from Millinocket to Togue Pond Gate! A BBQ follows at noon. Don’t forget to complete the volunteer application form first.

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Route Closure
March 16, 2026 By Baxter State Park

NOTICE OF CLOSURE: Park Tote Road

The Park Tote Road is closed to snowmobiles for the season (effective 3/16/2026). This measure prevents damage to paths and surrounding greenery.

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