Pleasant River (Katahdin Ironworks)
Reviewed Oct. 30, 2019

Worth the hike-in, very close to the AT

Beautiful hike-in sites located along the Pleasant River, and a great access point for hiking on the Appalachian Trail or in Gulf Hagas area!  We didn’t stay at these sites, but came across them while hiking just off the AT. 

Each site has a picnic table and fire ring, with access to a clean latrine (with TP!).  No potable water is available, but the river is easily accessible for dishwashing and boiling/filtering. Firewood is available for purchase at the access gate at Katahdin Iron Works, but keep in mind you’ll have to carry it about ¾ of a mile, and across a river. 

For safety, no bikes or ATV’s are allowed beyond the Katahdin Iron Works gate, as these roads belong to the logging companies in the area and there can be many fast-moving logging trucks. The town of Milo is where you’ll find the closest grocery stores and gas stations, but it’s a bit of a drive so come prepared. 

Note about costs: Located in the Maine North Woods, getting here is quite a journey, but ooohh so worth it. It’s on the way to nowhere, you have to pay to get through the gate at Katahdin Iron Works, pay a daily access fee, and daily camping fee.  Note: If you are planning to backpack on the AT from this location, the pricing is very different, so be sure to ask!

SiteSites 10 and 11 are pictured below.
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  • Review photo of Pleasant River (Katahdin Ironworks) by Shari  G., October 30, 2019
  • Review photo of Pleasant River (Katahdin Ironworks) by Shari  G., October 30, 2019
  • Review photo of Pleasant River (Katahdin Ironworks) by Shari  G., October 30, 2019
  • Review photo of Pleasant River (Katahdin Ironworks) by Shari  G., October 30, 2019
  • Review photo of Pleasant River (Katahdin Ironworks) by Shari  G., October 30, 2019
  • Review photo of Pleasant River (Katahdin Ironworks) by Shari  G., October 30, 2019
  • Review photo of Pleasant River (Katahdin Ironworks) by Shari  G., October 30, 2019
  • Review photo of Pleasant River (Katahdin Ironworks) by Shari  G., October 30, 2019
  • Review photo of Pleasant River (Katahdin Ironworks) by Shari  G., October 30, 2019
  • Review photo of Pleasant River (Katahdin Ironworks) by Shari  G., October 30, 2019