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Hiking at Mount Kineo

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Trails: Mount Kineo is located on a peninsula jutting out into Moosehead lake. In the summer it is accessible by a short ferry ride from the Rockwood boat landing. There are three separate trails that can be used to reach the summit of Kineo: 2.2 miles round-trip for the short trail. 8.2 miles round-trip for the long trail. At the top is a fire tower that can be climbed. The views of Moosehead Lake and the surrounding lakes and mountains are spectacular.
Access fee: $10/person for ferry ride (2008)
Nearest town: Greenville, ME
Trail map: A description of the trail is on the chamber website
Web site: Moosehead Lake Chamber | Maine State Planning Office
Points of interest: Fire tower and spectacular views at the summit, 700-foot cliffs rising above Moosehead Lake
Other activities: Canoeing
Lodging: Greenvile area has many camps, lodges and other accommodations
Camping: Two campgrounds in Greenvile
Weather forecast: Greenville
Tourism info: Moosehead Lake Chamber
Getting to the trail: From Greenville Junction, go 18 miles north on Route 15.
Turn right on a road marked with signs for the Rockwood docks.
It is about a 10 minute ferry ride to Kineo.
In the summer ferries leave about every hour, although the times maybe inconsistent.
Kineo Shuttle telephone number: (207) 534-7449.
Map of local region: Greenville
Submitted by: SJ
from: Greenville, ME
Date submitted: Jan 30, 2006
User comments:
Trail surface: Lots of rock, mud, and roots
Difficulty rating: Lots of challenging and intermediate sections, some easy,
Trail description: Views from the Indian trail are spectacular, but the trail is very difficult. The Bridal trail is easier, but through the woods and no good views.
Trail markers: Yes
Trail maps: At the site.
Directions: Take the shuttle boat and the captain will drop you off and give you directions to the trail heads.
Additional comments: Please don't bring children or pets on the Indian trail, it can be very dangerous. There are plenty of places to stay, and eat nearby.
Submitted by: Joie
from: Lewiston, Maine
Date submitted: Aug 16, 2008

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