Mount Coe

Mount Coe is a mountain summit in Baxter State Park that features exposed granite ledges and steep rocky terrain that becomes more challenging higher up the trail. Multiple streams must be crossed on the ascent, and the upper sections require rock scrambling through steep passages.

The mountain became part of Baxter State Park in the early 1900s when significant land acquisitions protected this region as a wilderness area. This action preserved the northern Maine forest landscape for future generations.

The mountain is part of a popular regional climbing challenge that attracts hikers seeking to complete all the highest peaks across New England. Climbers from various backgrounds come together around this shared goal.

The main route follows established trails totaling about 6.8 miles round trip that include water crossings and steep sections. Waterproof footwear is essential, and hikers should bring plenty of water and allow several hours for the full ascent and descent.

From the summit you can see down into the Klondike Basin and across to the Nesowadnehunk Valley, two distinctive landscape features of the park. The mountain connects to neighboring peaks through intersecting trails, making extended hiking adventures possible without retracing your steps.