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Abol Falls
T2 R9, Maine
A cascade on the West Branch of the Penobscot near Abol Bridge, at the gateway to Baxter State Park.
At a glance
Overview
Abol Falls is a cascade on the West Branch of the Penobscot River near Abol Bridge, just south of the Baxter State Park boundary. It is a Katahdin-country landmark more than a swim stop, with views across the river toward the mountain from the bridge area. Current below the falls is fast and cold; treat this as a scenic viewing and photography stop, not a wade.
- Also known as
- Abol Falls (West Branch Penobscot)
- County
- Piscataquis County
- Region
- The Maine Highlands
- Water type
- Waterfall
- Waterfall type
- Cascade
Know before you go
Public
Conditions
Conditions snapshot
Check posted signs and official updates before entering.
Getting there
From the Golden Road / Abol Bridge area south of the Baxter State Park boundary, use the pull-off near Abol Bridge and walk to the viewing ledges. The river here is wide and fast, and the bank approach is informal.
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