Katahdin Iron Works
Furnace in the Wilderness
State: Maine
County: Piscataquis County
Founded: 1843
Abandoned: 1890
Peak Population: 200+
Katahdin Iron Works was a remote iron smelting facility deep in the Maine woods. The massive stone blast furnace still towers over the site, along with beehive charcoal kilns. It is now a state historic site and gateway to Gulf Hagas ('Maine's Grand Canyon').
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Summer/Fall
Difficulty: Easy (site) / Moderate (Gulf Hagas)
Time Needed: 1-2 hours
Quick Facts
- Towering stone blast furnace remains
- Gateway to Gulf Hagas
- State Historic Site
Location
Address: Katahdin Iron Works Rd, ME
Coordinates: 45.5333, -69.2