Hikers following the Grafton Loop Trail find this backcountry shelter positioned along the Appalachian Trail corridor in western Maine's mountainous terrain. The lean-to provides basic overnight accommodation with toilet facilities, requiring campers to hike in with all gear and supplies. No fees apply for stays at this primitive site.
The shelter operates under private management and follows leave-no-trace principles typical of trail camping. Campers share space with through-hikers and section hikers traversing the region's interconnected trail system, which includes connections to other Grafton Loop Trail - Bald Mountain Campsite locations nearby. Plan to carry adequate water and prepare for variable mountain weather conditions year-round.
Description
Accommodations: 2 wooden tent platforms, designated kitchen area, composting outhouse.
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Location
Private CampgroundGrafton Loop Trail - Baldpate Lean-To Shelter - AT Trail Camp is located in Maine
Directions
Location: 2 miles south of Old Speck Mountain.
Coordinates
45.25378 N
69.44547 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Toilets
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
Drive Time
- 1 hr 11 min from Bangor, ME
- 1 hr 55 min from Lewiston, ME
- 2 hrs 32 min from Portland, ME
- 3 hrs 35 min from Manchester, NH
