New River Road
Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, Penobscot County, ME
Out-and-back trail in Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, Penobscot County, ME. Cross-country skiing & Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 7.2 mi (11.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 187 ft (57 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 35 min
- High point
- 745 ft (227 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Trailhead: Haskell Gate Trailhead 7 mi (11.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about New River Road
How long is New River Road?
New River Road is 7.2 mi (11.5 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 35 min. It climbs 187 ft (57 m) in total, up to a high point of 745 ft (227 m).
How hard is New River Road?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for New River Road?
Parking at the start. 1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on New River Road?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is New River Road shaded?
Mostly shaded (97% under trees).
What can you do on New River Road?
Best for Cross-country skiing. Also: Road & touring bike. Shared with bikes. Surface: paved.
Where can you eat near New River Road?
Moma Bears Kitchen, 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from the start. Shop: Shop, 0.7 mi (1.2 km).
Is this a good week for New River Road?
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.
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