Appalachian Trail Hikers
Your Home Away From Home on the Trail
Owned by an AT Thru-Hiker
Bill Dunigan completed the entire Appalachian Trail and understands exactly what you need after days on the trail. We’re committed to taking care of hikers the way Bill wished he’d been taken care of.
Free Hiker Services
Free Shuttle
To and from the trail – just call from the trailhead
Free Shower & Laundry
For guests AND non-guests – all hikers welcome
Free Coffee
All day long – fuel up before you hit the trail
Free WiFi
Stay connected, update your loved ones
Plus free shuttle to Kennebec River Pub (Northern Outdoors resort)
Hiker Rates (2025)
For thru-hikers and AT Passport holders · All rates include laundry, shower & breakfast buffet
Katahdin – Bunk Room
Twin size bunk with pillow, blanket & sheets · Reserved for hikers alone or in pairs
No pets allowed in bunk room
$50
per person/night
Philbrick or Avery – Twin Rooms
One twin size bed · Private room
$60
1 guest/night
Sugarloaf – Economy Single
One full size bed · Private room · Cozy and quaint
$60 – $75
1-2 guests/night
Bigelow – Deluxe Single
One full size bed · More spacious · Quiet end of hallway · Popular with couples
$85 – $100
1-2 guests/night
Double Rooms
Kennebec, Flagstaff, or Dead River · Two full beds · Great for trail families
$130 – $180
2-5 guests/night
Queen & King Rooms
Premium rooms also available at standard rates
$125 – $135
2 guests/night
All rates include Maine lodging tax · All rooms are air-conditioned
Caratunk Country Store
“Best-stocked hiker store in Maine”
Located right in the inn – get everything you need for your next stretch on the trail.
- Long-term resupply options
- Mountain House, ReadyWise & Good-to-Go meals
- Fuel canisters & alcohol fuel
- Gear: trekking poles, filters, headlamps
- First aid & foot care supplies
- Cold drinks, pizza, Ben & Jerry’s
Mail Drops & Bounce Boxes
We accept packages for hikers. Ship your resupply box to:
[Your Name] c/o The Sterling Inn
1041 U.S. Route 201
Caratunk, ME 04925
Package receiving and shipping services available
Shuttle Services
Free local shuttles for guests · Extended shuttles available
FREE
$15
$15
$30
$50
$100
$130
$2.00/mile
Quick Info for Hikers
Cold Drinks
$1
Pizza
$10
Ben & Jerry’s Pints
$5.50
Payment
Credit/Debit OK
Questions? Need a Shuttle?
Call us from the trailhead – we’ll come get you
(207) 672-3333
Email: info@mainesterlinginn.com
1041 U.S. Route 201, Caratunk, Maine 04925
Happy Trails!