Patten, like so many northern Maine towns, has a lumber-based economy with area wood going to paper mills or sawmills for lumber. The Lumberman's Museum in town is an interesting stop. The three-building museum exhibits the role and development of logging in Maine as well as displaying various lumbering tools that include a steam log hauler. The drive ends in Patten at the intersection of route 159 and highway 11. Continue east on route 159 a few miles across swamps to Interstate 95's Exit 59 at Island Falls.
Camping is by reservation only in authorized campgrounds and campsites.
Reservations are by mail only and can be made beginning January 1. Phone reservations are not accepted. There are numerous private campgrounds in the Millinocket area. Click here to order this book and other FalconGuides online . All rights reserved.