The Highest Point in Maine - Maine, USA
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N 45° 54.258 W 068° 55.278
19T E 506104 N 5083417
The Highest Point in Maine is located on Baxter Peak, Maine, USA.
Waymark Code: WMEB94
Location: Maine, United States
Date Posted: 05/01/2012
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Mount Katahdin (USGS name) is the highest mountain in Maine at 5,268 feet (1,606 m). Named Katahdin by the Penobscot Indians, the term means "The Greatest Mountain". Katahdin is the centerpiece of Baxter State Park: a steep, tall mountain formed from underground magma. The flora and fauna on the mountain are typical of those found in northern New England.
More precisely, the highest point is Baxter Peak. It ia located in Baxter State Park and accessible by several trails including the Appalachian Trail.
State/Province/County/Territory etc.: Maine
Elevation: 5268 ft
Elevation Measurement: Feet
Access: Hiking Trail/Foot Path
Fee: Yes
If Yes How Much?: 14.00 (listed in local currency)
Related URL (If available): [Web Link]
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