Esker Trail
Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, Penobscot County, ME
Out-and-back trail in Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, Penobscot County, ME. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 0.8 mi (1.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 62 ft (19 m)
- Est. Time
- 20 min
- High point
- 741 ft (226 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Trailhead: Deasy Pond Trailhead 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Esker Trail
How long is Esker Trail?
Esker Trail is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) long. Most people take about 20 min. It climbs 62 ft (19 m) in total, up to a high point of 741 ft (226 m).
How hard is Esker Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Esker Trail?
Parking at the start, 2 spaces. 1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Esker Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Esker Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
Is Esker Trail good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly.
What can you do on Esker Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Esker Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Esker Trail
- Deasey Pond Trail Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument · Easy · 1.3 mi (2.1 km)
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- Rocky Pond Road Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument · Moderate · 8.1 mi (13.1 km)
- Tote Road Penobscot River Trails · Moderate · 10.7 mi (17.1 km)
- Telos Tote Trail Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument · Moderate · 16.1 mi (25.9 km)
- Old Keep Path Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument · Moderate · 7.2 mi (11.6 km)
- Old Telos Tote Trail Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument · Easy · 1.7 mi (2.7 km)
- Big Seboeis Trail Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument · Easy · 1.6 mi (2.6 km)
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