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Big Squaw Mountain
T2 R6, ME, T3 R5, ME
Trailheads, measurements, times, distances, and maps are all approximate and relative to the hike(s) as shown below.
The upper portion of the Big Moose Mountain Trail
Route: Big Moose Mountain Trail
Big Squaw Mountain (aka Big Moose Mountain for politically correct state bureaucrats...call it Big Moose locally and you're likely to be corrected). We toyed with ascending the ski slopes, however the upper part of the ski area is still defunct and the slopes a bit overgrown.
Lower portion of the hiking trail had a few areas of minor mud, but was generally okay. Relentless steep rock steps above the fire wardens cabin (rotting away...has a skylight courtesy a hole in the roof).
Excellent directional views from the summit, though obscured by fog from recent rain shower. Did not continue to a viewpoint to the north due to time and energy, but did check out the scenic spur in the col, which had similar views to those up top.
| Hike Ratings |
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Getting To Trailhead: |
Easy |
| Destination: |
Big Squaw Mountain |
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Length: |
Moderate |
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Steepness: |
Difficult |
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Navigation: |
Easy |
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Views: |
Excellent |
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Crowds: |
Minimal |
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| Hike Stats |
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Date Hiked: |
Friday, August 16, 2013 |
| Parking Elevation: |
1,350' |
| Destination: |
Big Squaw Mountain |
| Time Elapsed: |
01:09 |
| Trailhead Elevation: |
1,350' |
| Summit Elevation: |
3,196' |
| Distance: |
2.1 miles |
| Vertical Gain: |
1,871' |
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| Hike Time Elapsed: |
02:42 |
| Hike Vertical Gain: |
1,946' |
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The Big Moose Mountain Trail trailhead
Moosehead Lake as seen from Big Squaw Mountain
Directions to trailhead: Take Route 15 northwest from Greenville, then take a right onto North Road. The Big Moose Mountain Trail trailhead and parking lot will eventually be on the right.
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