Always be there at opening time if you dont have a reservation. There's always a line and they give out remaining spots first come first serve. Only $5 to reserve a spot so that's your best bet especially with limited trails open.
The earlier the better. You may want to call to make a reservation, in case it gets crowded for that day. Bring plenty of water.
If the gate opens at 6 be there earlier. Call the Baxter State Park and see if you can get a permit! Then you're guaranteed to get in.
Between 7 & 8 should work
No later than 6:30
Get there early. If you're there by 8am you should be fine. Its 3 hours each way to the ridge
Haven't been able to get there yet.
I don't think you will have a problem
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