When you get in to Monson, you'll have shuttle options that'll get to the Katahdin trailhead.
Yes, the Birches stay open til 10/22 - but that doesn't mean Katahdin trails will still be open.
Sites are now available during mid-week at Katahdin Stream. If you reserve a site, you don't need to gamble on one of the 12 spots at the Birches. And - you get to hike back thru the 100 seeing friends you might not have seen in months!
2018 Baxter and Katahdin info for NoBos