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How to Get a Permit for Camping and Hiking in Baxter State Park
Securing a permit for Baxter State Park is the single most important—and confusing—part of planning a trip to the Park. With strict capacity limits, a unique reservation system, and no walk-in permits, Baxter State Park requires advance planning that catches many first-time visitors off guard.