Category: Hiking
What to Pack: Day Hike
“The mountains are calling and I must go” – John Muir Wondering what you should bring along for your hike? All you really need for a day hike is a good pair of shoes and the desire to hike. However, it is smart to toss a few items inside a pack to be a bit […]
Hike Little Kineo – Best View of Tomhegan
When standing at the Tomhegan Marina, there is a plethora of mountain peaks in your view. Have you ever wondered which mountains they are? On clear days, from the marina you can see the tip of Mt. Katahdin. Big and Little Spencer. But the one that is closest, of the right just a tad is […]
Kineo Shuttles and Lake Cruises Right from Camp!
Have you heard? Last year we added Moose, Sunset and Lake Cruises to our list of services, as well as shuttles to Mt. Kineo! Many of you come in search of the elusive moose, in a region where they outnumber people 3:1. However it can be tricky to spot them without knowing where to look. […]
Accept the Moosehead Pinnacle Pursuit Challenge
Are you visiting Tomhegan this year? Make sure to put one or all six of the Moosehead Pinnacle Pursuit hikes on your vacation bucket list! Samantha, one of our managers has hiked all six and is excited to share her thoughts on each with you! Many are great for kids, while some are more […]
Snowshoe Tomhegan and Beyond
Snowshoeing is a great winter activity for the entire family to enjoy! With seven trails right on site, you don’t have to travel far to enjoy a leisurely trip with a relaxing break by the lake’s edge. With interconnecting trails, you can make your trip a short half hour walk or an afternoon excursion. The […]
Winter on Moosehead Lake
As the flakes fall elegantly to the ground, winter is settling in here in the north woods of Maine. The deer are still here, but as soon as the lake freezes over, we will be saying goodbye to them until the spring, as they migrate to the Moose River. Generally the lake is completely frozen […]
Explore Moosehead One Peak at a Time: One Minute Hikes with Aislinn
There are over 20 mountains and 15 waterfalls to explore around Moosehead Lake! Take a look at the hikes before you head to the trailhead with Aislinn’s One Minute Hikes! Aislinn is a Bangor Daily News reporter for the Outdoors pages, focusing on outdoor recreation and Maine wildlife. Her 1-minute hikes are a great look […]
Take a Hike to Moosehead Lake’s 700ft Gem
While visiting Moosehead Lake, it is a must to take a trip to Mount Kineo. Kineo rises dramatically above Moosehead Lake, reaching 1,789 feet above sea level. It is an impressive sight that you see on your drive to Tomhegan Camps, with an almost sheer 700 foot cliff. The mountain is only reachable by water, […]
