Maine Huts & Trails launches community recreation hub at Stratton Brook hut

DAILY BULLDOG • May 13, 2026

Maine Huts & Trails is launching Stratton Brook Hut as a community recreation hub for the summer of 2026. Based out of Kingfield, Maine Huts & Trails is a nonprofit organization operating four backcountry lodges and a 50-mile non-motorized trail network between Carrabassett Valley and West Forks. Located at the top of 1,930’ Oak Knoll, the hut has beautiful views of The Bigelow Range, The Crockers, Sugarloaf, and other surrounding mountains. Directly accessible from numerous popular trails in Carrabassett Valley, the hut is a natural gathering area for summer trail users. Accommodating up to 44 overnight guests in 10 bunkrooms, Stratton Brook Hut features a large dining room, a lounge area, a full commercial kitchen, bathrooms, showers, a screened porch, a fire pit, and outdoor picnic areas.