The Kennebec Explorer 2018 Visitor's Guide to Maine's Kennebec Valley | Page 60
Pittston Farms
Brassua Lake
JACKMAN ROCKWOOD MOUNT KINEO
Set along the Old Canada Road and
the edge of Wood Pond, Jackman is
the gateway to sixty lakes, ponds, and
streams, as well as an extensive system
of interconnected snowmobile and
ATV trails. It is a four season
sportsman’s paradise on earth. Just
south of town, be sure to stop at
the Attean Overlook rest area with
its unparalleled vistas. Many visitors
to this small town choose to stay at a
traditional sporting camp. During your
visit, make the hike to the peak of Sally
Mountain for a spectacular view or
embark on the historic Bow Trip. Situated on the western side of
Moosehead Lake and directly to the
west of the monolithic and historic
Mount Kineo is the lakeside village
of Rockwood. This little town serves
as a gateway to the north and to the
great world of sporting activities that
have made the region famous.
Sporting camps and cottages are all
within easy reach as are dozens of trails
for use in both summer and winter.
Mount Kineo, accessible by the
Kineo Shuttle boat from Rockwood,
is home to a state park and Mount
Kineo Golf Course. Accessible by boat from Rockwood,
Mount Kineo climbs over 700 feet from
the depths of Moosehead lake. Shaped
by glacial ice over 10,000 years ago
Mount Kineo shares its distinctive
shape with many other Maine peaks.
For hikers, the park is encircled with
well-marked trails that also lead hikers
to the summit and the spectacular
views. Those looking to make a day
of their visit should consider bringing
their golf clubs and having a go at the
9-hole course located at the base of
the mountain’s majestic cliffs.
JackmanMaine.org RockwoodonMoosehead.org
58 Make a Plan: KennebecValley.org
KennebecValleyExplorer
RockwoodonMoosehead.org
@kennebecexplorer
# explorerofmaine