Baxter State Park Travel Guide
Baxter State Park travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Summary
Baxter State Park is a state park in Maine. Baxter State Park is known for Mount Katahdin and the AT terminus.
Right now it is 43°F (6°C) in Baxter State Park with clear. It feels like 38°F. Today runs from 41°F to 51°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Baxter State Park is July. The climate is polar. March, April and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 62°F, while January is the coldest with lows near -8°F.
The closest major airport is Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL), about 235 mi away. Nearby highlights include Acadia National Park, St. Lawrence River, Mount Washington and Franconia Notch State Park.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 51°F is 7.2°F below the 58°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Baxter State Park today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Baxter State Park
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Coordinates: 45°54′15.8″N 68°55′17″W (45.9044, -68.9214)
Weather in Baxter State Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:20 PM, Aug 22 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌧️ 53° / 41°
Heavy drizzle · 71% rain · wind 15 mph
🌧️ 55° / 46°
Showers · 79% rain · wind 6 mph
Quick facts about Baxter State Park
| Type | State park |
|---|---|
| State | Maine |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 45°54′15.8″N 68°55′17″W (45.9044, -68.9214) |
| Established | 1931 |
| Known for | Mount Katahdin and the AT terminus |
| Local time | 1:20 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | July |
| Climate | Polar |
Things to do in Baxter State Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Baxter State Park.
Best time to visit Baxter State Park
Go in July. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: March, April and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid March, April and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Baxter State Park
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montreal-Trudeau International Airport | YUL | 235 mi | Montreal |
| Boston Logan International Airport | BOS | 266 mi | Boston |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Baxter State Park?
Baxter State Park is a state park in Maine. Its coordinates are 45.9044, -68.9214. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Baxter State Park right now?
It is currently 43°F (6°C) with clear. Humidity is 69% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Baxter State Park?
July offer the most comfortable conditions in Baxter State Park, which has a polar climate. March, April and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Baxter State Park in?
Baxter State Park observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 1:20 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Baxter State Park?
The closest airports are Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL), 235 mi away and Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), 266 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Baxter State Park?
Popular options include Acadia National Park, St. Lawrence River, Mount Washington and Franconia Notch State Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (state-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 1:20 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
