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4,010 ft · Longfellow Mountains, Maine
Redington
Redington is a 4,010 ft peak in the Longfellow Mountains, Maine. The standard route is the Crocker Mountain, South Crocker, and Redington: 9 mi, 3,871 ft of gain, Class 2.
Redington at a glance
- Elevation4,010 ft1,222 m
- RouteCrocker Mountain, South Crocker, and RedingtonClass 2
- Distance9 mi3,871 ft gain
- Time7 – 9 hrsHard effort
- SeasonJun – Oct
- RangeLongfellow MountainsMaine
Climbing the Crocker Mountain, South Crocker, and Redington
From Route 27 near Stratton, Maine, the Caribou Valley Road (rough, high clearance helps) reaches a herd path, since Redington has no official maintained trail to its wooded summit. The unmarked route is rough and easy to lose, so a map, compass or GPS, and solid navigation skills are essential. The viewless top is one of the least-visited 4,000-footers in New England. Start early for the long, committing day and carry water. Redington is often combined with the Crockers, which share the same remote access road and ridge.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (20–30 L)
Water
Water Filter
First-Aid Kit
Whistle
Offline Maps- Compass
GPS Device
Headlamp
Power Bank
Hiking Boots
Trekking Poles
Base Layer
Midlayer
Hardshell Jacket
Buff
Sun Hat
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
What to watch for
- Stream crossing
- Low visibility
- Remote location
- Boggy terrain
- Slippery terrain
- Insects
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Frequently asked questions
How tall is Redington?
Redington is 4,010 feet (1,222 m) tall. It is in the Longfellow Mountains, Maine.
How does Redington rank among the New England 4,000ers?
At 4,010 feet, Redington is the 62nd highest of the 67 New England 4,000ers. The highest is Mount Washington.
How hard is it to hike Redington?
The Crocker Mountain, South Crocker, and Redington is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 9 miles with 3,871 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Redington?
Most people take 7 – 9 hours round trip on the Crocker Mountain, South Crocker, and Redington, covering 9 miles with 3,871 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.
Can a beginner hike Redington?
The Crocker Mountain, South Crocker, and Redington needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 9 miles with 3,871 feet of elevation gain. Build up on shorter hikes first, start early and carry plenty of water and layers.
When is the best time to hike Redington?
The usual hiking window is June to October. Outside it, expect snow, storms or closed access, and check the summit forecast before you go.
What is the trailhead elevation for Redington?
The Crocker Mountain, South Crocker, and Redington starts at about 2,140 feet, roughly 1,870 feet below the summit.
Climb Redington with Yak
Plan your route on a topo map, check the summit forecast, then log your climb and see what is left on your list