Katahdin Tourism Partnership

Katahdin Tourism Partnership Building a world-class visitor experience! The planning process that began in January 2011 identified economic development through tourism as a key goal.

The Katahdin Tourism Partnership grew out of planning for the Katahdin Woods & Waters Scenic Byway, a project of the Maine Department of Transportation (MaineDOT). The process also revealed the need for a multi-sector network of organizations to oversee implementation of the Scenic Byway as and support sustainable tourism development for the area as a whole. In February 2012, the planning group tr

ansformed itself into the Katahdin Tourism Partnership (KTP), a network comprised of a steering committee and a broader stakeholder membership focusing attention on business and product development, marketing, and infrastructure investment that will lead to a strengthened local economy through outdoor recreation and nature-based tourism. The Upper Valley Economic Corporation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that serves as the KTP’s fiscal agent. Following the development of the Katahdin Woods & Waters Corridor Partnership Plan in 2012, the KTP designated three strategic areas as priorities: tourism business and product development, marketing and market research, and Byway-centric infrastructure development. Since then, programs and projects have included hosting an Outdoor Recreation Planning Charrette, sponsoring Maine Woods Tourism Training workshops, conducting annual visitor surveys, publishing the Katahdin Woods & Waters Scenic Byway Visitor Brochure, coordinating a multi-town road repair request of the MaineDOT, organizing a Trails & Recreational Access Conference, and ongoing oversight of Scenic Byway infrastructure development. The KTP has sought to gain broad-based consensus about the best ways to address opportunities and encourage innovation in new tourism product development while being mindful of the need for resource conservation and enhancement as a key to future regional economic prosperity. New working relationships crossing conventional sector lines have emerged with the recognition that high quality visitor experiences are comprised of and dependent on the right functioning of a variety of elements: healthy natural systems, vibrant community culture, and high quality visitor services.

Passing this on from Heidi Hollis if you can help:I just spoke with Raye Porter in Patten regarding the fire in Patten e...
12/17/2025

Passing this on from Heidi Hollis if you can help:
I just spoke with Raye Porter in Patten regarding the fire in Patten early this morning. There were 12 women and one gentleman that are in need of clothing. She does not have a complete list of sizes yet but knows women's Medium to 2xl clothing are needed. Her number is (207) 416-5282. Drop off will be at the United Methodist church in Patten.
Please help if you can.
I know that The Upper Room in Sherman is also very responsive to people in neeed of replacement clothing. They are open Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10-2:00. That would be a good place to take a list of needs and sizes. Or victims of the fire could go there directly for help.

SAD NEWS in Patten as fire claimed the Outback Garage and Hathaway Apartments. All are safe.

The fire is out, but power is still off in the area, so Ellis Family Market, Richardsons, Katahdin Trust, and others have delayed opening this morning as the Town continues its cleanup efforts.

UPDATE: They are accepting donations of household items, personal care items, and clothing for 12 women and one gentleman. For donations, please contact Raye Porter at 207-416-5282 to coordinate a drop off at the Methodist Church at 7 Houlton Street.

Thanks for the visit The Downeast Cowboy! Don't forget to check our directory (1st comment) if you're visiting Katahdin!
11/24/2025

Thanks for the visit The Downeast Cowboy! Don't forget to check our directory (1st comment) if you're visiting Katahdin!

10/29/2025

It’s raffle time at the library! 🖼️

Enter to win the gorgeous framed print on display above our circ desk, donated by our friends at Moose Prints Gallery and Gifts . Tickets are $1 each or $5 for 6, available now at the circulation desk. Your support helps keep great programs and services going strong at MML!

09/24/2025
09/23/2025

A unique event that will feature both mountain bike races and trail running races will take place in the Katahdin Region of Maine in early October.

09/09/2025

Workshop: Cyanotype as Memory – Creating with the Natural World Led by Maya Tihtiyas Attean on September 13, 2025 at Boreal Theater.

08/28/2025

Starting Thursday, August 28th - you may pick up bulk printed copies of the Aroostook County ATV Map at:
⭐ Aroostook County Tourism
11 West Presque Isle Road, Caribou

⭐ Greater Houlton Chamber of Commerce
109 Main Street, Houlton

⭐ Central Aroostook Chamber of Commerce
3 Houlton Road, Presque Isle

⭐ Maine State Visitor Information Center Houlton
114 North Street, Houlton

⭐ St. John Valley Chamber of Commerce
356 Main Street, Madawaska

These locations each are equipped with enough copies to share to your club or Air BnB. For large bulk quantities, please come to the Caribou office Monday through Friday 8-3:00 PM or call +1(888)216-2463 to coordinate a pickup. View the digital map here: www.visitaroostook.com/post/aroostook-county-atv-map

08/28/2025

Ride. Run. Celebrate. All happening at the Hammond Ridge trails on October 4th for our first Fall Trail Rally!

Riders and runners have four hours to rack up as many laps as they can on their course, while non-racers can enjoy trail tours and fun games all afternoon. At 4pm, the after-party kicks off at Knife Edge Brewing with awards and silent auction winners!

Register to race today, or find more info at: www.outdoorsi.org/events/rally2025

08/27/2025

Address

PO Box 601
Patten, ME
04462

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 12pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 12pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 12pm
Thursday 8:30am - 12pm
Friday 8:30am - 12pm

Telephone

(207) 365-7631

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