Our Guided Katahdin Ascents have officially wrapped up for 2024.
Guided dates for the 2025 Season will be available for booking online beginning April 2nd, 2025.
Our premier location is just eight miles from the South Entrance of Baxter State Park, providing families and friends great access to plenty of trails in the Maine outdoors! Our Staff consists of a collective group of amazing Registered Maine Guides who are passionate about sharing Maine's extraordinary beauty - and creating unique hiking experiences for you. Each Guided Trip is curated to your desires and needs from the first correspondence, to the end of trip departure.
Our Guides strive to make the ultimate Maine Experience when it comes to all Guided Hiking Adventures!
Located right inside of Baxter State Park, adjacent to Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument lies Katahdin - Maine's Highest Mountain at 5,269' in elevation!
Katahdin, named by the Penobscot Indians, means “Greatest Mountain.” Katahdin is also known to most for being the northern point of the Appalachian Trail (A.T), and either the beginning or final point for those looking to travel it. It is also the starting point for the International Appalachian Trail!
Join us for a Guided Trip up our beloved mountain!
What's Included in a Guided Katahdin Ascent?
- Your Guided Ascent includes:
- Registered Maine Guide with a Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness First Responder Certification
- Parking Pass: A guaranteed secure date for each trip offered
- Transportation to-and-from our location into Baxter State Park
- Detailed Gear List
- Medical Kit (on-Guide)
- Water Purification System (on-Guide)
- Fully Curated Bagged Lunch with Snacks
Frequently Asked Questions!
- Will my trip happen if it's raining or there is predicted thunderstorms?
-Guided Trips happen rain or shine. If there is particularly rough weather coming in - or present during the day of your trip - your Guide will communicate the course of action for the day. We do not cancel or offer cancellations if guests do not want to hike in inclement weather. - What do I need to do to prepare for my trip?
-The most important part of preparing for your trip is your attitude and endurance. Attitude is everything. Many people of all physical abilities have climbed Katahdin. Having the will power and desire to do this will get you there! Your Guide will connect with you to discuss activities and strengthening exercises that may be of benefit to you! - I have Dietary Restrictions, can these be accommodated?
- Is it difficult to hike Katahdin?
-Everyone's range of difficulties and what they categorize as difficult varies. Simply put, yes. Katahdin can be an arduous climb in many areas. Katahdin is a climb, not a hike. We will traverse through rocky terrain 98% of the climb while gaining elevation, which is a very different terrain for most. Your Guide will connect with you to detail the day as thoroughly as possible to help you better understand what we will experience throughout the day! - How many guests are permitted on each ascent?
-At NEOC, safety is our number one priority - and because we prioritize safety, we like to keep our numbers small. We permit up to 6 guests per ascent accompanied by 1 to 2 Guides.
-Yes, 100%. Each bagged lunch consists of a variety of snacks, whole fruit, cheeses, salty and sweet treats, and a sandwich. We can accommodate any dietary restrictions or food allergies.