Burnt Mill Brook Trailhead

Facility · Maine ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

White Mountain National Forest (NF) · Open Access

989 ft
Elevation
The somewhat gradual climb of the Burnt Mill Brook Trail make it a popular choice for hiking to the breath-taking views atop the East and West Royce Mountains and further south to the high Basin Rim Trail.

Getting there

The Burnt Mill Brook Trailhead parking lot is along the Wild River Road, which is 2.7 miles South on Route 113 from Gilead, Maine.

44.32980, -71.02789 · 44°19'47.3"N 71°1'40.4"W

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Typical weather

Typically 79°F in Jul, down to 27°F in Jan.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F273039526774797870574433
Low °F6716294250555244342514
Precip in3.12.52.93.53.64.24.24.03.54.93.53.3

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 9.3 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Burnt Mill Brook Trailhead

Can you reserve a site at Burnt Mill Brook Trailhead?
No. Burnt Mill Brook Trailhead is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Burnt Mill Brook Trailhead

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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