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      Millinocket is the gateway to Baxter State Park and the Maine North Woods. The town and its immediate area are quickly becoming an outdoor mecca of Maine. Downtown has a few restuarants and bars and the New England Outdoor Center is quickly developing miles of nordic skiing and mountain biking (non-motorized multiuse). Come here to experience great 4 season outdoor recreation.

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      Region Status
      Open as of Aug 18, 2026
      Local Trail Association

      Hike Stats

      Global Ranking
      #5,710
      State Ranking
      #34
      Trails (view details)
      42
      Trails Mountain Bike
      46
      Trails E-Bike
      13
      Trails Gravel Bike
      22
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      4
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      6
      Trails Hike
      42
      Trails Trail Running
      42
      Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
      4
      Trails Snowmobile
      5
      Trails Snowshoe
      41
      Trails Backcountry Ski
      11
      Trails Nordic Ski
      36
      Total Distance
      45 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      18 miles
      Total Descent
      3,720 ft
      Total Vertical
      732 ft
      Reports
      70
      Completed Counter
      133
      Sub Regions

      Popular Millinocket Hiking Trails

      • 100 ★ 5.0 • 771 ft • 0 ft • 5 •
      is the short connector from the River Drivers trailhead to and into the entire trail system. uses the ski trail then jumps onto singletrack before coming the loop and intersection.
      • 75 ★ 4.5 • 4 miles • 240 ft • 3 •
      A mellow 4ish mile loop with easy climbs and descents. Mostly a wide bluestone single track trail with a few rocks, rollers and side features if you know where to look. Great for all abilities. Gravel in many places make this an easy...
      • 80 ★ 4.0 • 778 ft • 14 ft • 3 •
      A short access singletrack to the descent.
      • 95 ★ 5.0 • 2,559 ft • 93 ft • 3 •
      connects from to , Access and is a beginner trail that offers a gentle singletrack climb to . Riders can access all the gravity trails on singletrack without using any roads, just follow the Timber Hauls up!
      • 95 ★ 5.0 • 4,498 ft • 98 ft • 3 •
      connects the green climb ( ) to . It is a intermediate singletrack shared-use trail. The trail boasts lots of flavors, from smooth and flowy to alt rock lines to zippy tight singletrack. The trail is open to hikers and runners and is...
      • 5 ★ 0.0 • 2 miles • 42 ft • 3 • • skixc
      Fairly wide and flat road like doubletrack. Good for almost year round use with for hiking, running or biking. All trails good during winter, especially for nordic skiiing.
      • 95 ★ 4.0 • 1,552 ft • 39 ft • 2 •
      The upper portion of , part of the eventual climbing singletrack that connects to . A nice example of the blue cross-country trails at Hammond Ridge. Currently used to access . begins a short distance up the gravel road from the end of...
      • 80 ★ 5.0 • 5,036 ft • 200 ft • 2 •
      is a blue shared-use singletrack at that is sure to delight all. Narrow tread with lots of rock content. Pay attention and be on the lookout for numerous advanced optional lines, including a technical rocky staircase and large boulder...

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      Videos of Millinocket

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      Riding the Blue Ox Trail: Millinocket, Maine
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      8:17 | 211 | Mar 16, 2024 , Millinocket
      Mountain Biking Katahdin Area Trails: Golden Road
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      11:43 | 146 | Mar 10, 2024 , Millinocket
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      Recent Trail Reports

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      Blue Ox
      Aug 18, 2026 @ 12:37pm (America/New_York)
      Aug 18, 2026
      UnknownMountain Bike Tree removed, trail is rideableiceboxsteve KAT
      Upper Timber Haul
      Jul 23, 2026 @ 9:34pm (America/New_York)
      Jul 23, 2026
      DryMountain Bike Getting very rocky and erodedMichaelW22ajy
      Middle Timber Haul
      Jul 23, 2026 @ 9:33pm (America/New_York)
      Jul 23, 2026
      VariableMountain Bike Pretty overgrown in places this time of...MichaelW22ajy
      Golden Road
      Jul 23, 2026 @ 9:31pm (America/New_York)
      Jul 23, 2026
      IdealMountain Bike Trail section near Knife Edge Brewing is...MichaelW22ajy
      Wannigan
      Jul 20, 2026 @ 8:59am (America/New_York)
      Jul 20, 2026
      IdealMountain Bike MintMichaelW22ajy
      Middle Timber Haul
      Jul 20, 2026 @ 8:58am (America/New_York)
      Jul 20, 2026
      IdealMountain Bike Overgrown low vegetation in a couple...MichaelW22ajy
      Lower Timber Haul
      Oct 18, 2025 @ 11:31am (America/Moncton)
      Oct 18, 2025
      IdealMountain Bike Brownbear3333
      Chopped Tots
      Jul 28, 2025 @ 10:39am
      Jul 28, 2025
      DryMountain Bike Cknowlesmaine
      Twin Pines Access
      Jul 28, 2025 @ 10:39am
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      DryMountain Bike Cknowlesmaine
      Moose Bone
      Jun 25, 2025 @ 9:03am
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      VariableMountain Bike Few trees down, large branches scatteredBrownbear3333

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      Recent Comments

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      MichaelW22ajyreportUpper Timber HaulThis report was for upper timber not rip, you...
      Sep 12, 2026 @ 9:46pm
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      iceboxstevereportUpper Timber HaulThe trail is aging nicely and is as expected...
      Aug 18, 2026 @ 9:40am
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      iceboxstevetrailChopped TotsThanks Tony! The crew is working on the...
      Sep 14, 2025 @ 11:37am
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      tonycarneytrailChopped TotsTree down 1/2 way poiny
      Sep 14, 2025 @ 10:33am
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      Brownbear3333trailMoose BoneTrees down large branches scattered
      Jun 25, 2025 @ 11:24am
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      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike4647 miles4,278 ft20 miles732 ft
      #3,528#2257701,348
      E-Bike1310 miles912 ft5 miles374 ft
      #7,465#394773
      Gravel Bike2229 miles2,451 ft12 miles689 ft
      #7,555#2,37814
      Adaptive Bike42 miles177 ft4,872 ft174 ft
      #5,306#2182
      Winter Fat Bike62 miles167 ft4,252 ft377 ft
      #3,622#2542
      Hike4245 miles3,720 ft18 miles732 ft
      #5,710#3470173
      Trail Running4245 miles3,720 ft18 miles732 ft
      #5,142#26708
      ATV/ORV/OHV44 miles259 ft2 miles144 ft
      #965#62
      Snowmobile56 miles354 ft2 miles171 ft
      #355#81
      Snowshoe4145 miles3,720 ft18 miles732 ft
      #564#72514
      Backcountry Ski1113 miles971 ft5 miles276 ft
      #568#4234
      Nordic Ski3646 miles3,461 ft17 miles732 ft
      #589#721150

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to hike in Millinocket?
      Millinocket has 4 areas to explore for hiking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated hiking trails in Millinocket?
      The highest rated hiking trails in Millinocket are: View all hiking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ Where can I park to hike in Millinocket?
      There are 5 parking locations listed in Millinocket. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
      ▼ What is the longest trail in Millinocket?
      The longest trail in Millinocket is Golden Road at 3.8 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Millinocket?
      ▼ How many trails are in Millinocket?
      Millinocket has a total of 49 trails. Of those, 42 are designated for hiking. Browse top hiking trails in Millinocket to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Millinocket?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Millinocket is Golden Road with 240 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Millinocket?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Millinocket is Golden Road with 240 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Millinocket?
      Millinocket supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, ATVing/Offroading, Snowmobiling, Snowshoeing, Backcountry Skiing, Nordic Skiing.
      ▼ What are the steepest hiking trails in Millinocket?
      The steepest hiking trail in Millinocket is Chopped Tots with an average grade of 3.7%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Millinocket?
      Yes, there are 2 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Millinocket. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Millinocket?
      Out of 18 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 16
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 2
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Millinocket?
      Yes, there are 4 accessible/adaptive trails in Millinocket. View all adaptive trails in Millinocket for specific accessibility information.
      ▼ Are there local clubs or events in Millinocket?
      There are 2 local clubs or associations listed in the Millinocket directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      ▼ What are the most popular hiking trails in Millinocket?
      ▼ What are the best beginner hike trails in Millinocket?
      The best beginner hiking trails in Millinocket are: View all beginner hiking trails in Millinocket.
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