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Bunganut Lake Camping Area

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Reservations are available at Bunganut Lake Camping Area, a drive-in campground in Alfred, Maine that accommodates RVs up to 30 feet with electric and water hookups, plus a dump station on site. The campground sits on a hill sloping down toward Bunganut Lake, so expect some elevation change between sites and facilities. Showers and bathrooms are a noticeable uphill walk from the beach area. Pets are welcome, though check-in staff require proof of rabies vaccination.

Water access is the campground's central draw. The lake has a dock and swimming area, and canoes and kayaks are available to rent. Tent sites include decks with stairs leading toward the water. The campground also has a small store stocked with forgotten essentials, a playground, a rec hall with movie nights, and a small lending library. Campers bringing their own kayaks can arrange to do so.

Crowd density is worth factoring into trip planning. Sites sit close together, and holiday weekends draw a full house, with some reviewers finding the noise and activity level higher than expected. Midweek or off-peak visits tend to yield a quieter experience. Campers exploring camping spots around Springvale will also find nearby options at Spacious Skies Walnut Grove and Apache Campground if a different pace suits the trip better.

Bunganut Lake is a workable base for families with younger kids who want lake access without a long drive.

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Map & DirectionsBunganut Lake Camping Area is located in Maine near Springvale

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Coordinates

43.5059605 N
70.6957604 W

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Access

Drive-In
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Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Group
Cabins
Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

Market
Trash
Picnic Table
Firewood Available
Phone Service
Reservable
WiFi
Showers
Drinking Water
Electric Hookups
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

For Vehicles

Sanitary Dump
Water Hookups
Pull-Through Sites
30 Amp Hookups

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General Info

Drive Time

50 min from Portland, ME
57 min from Lewiston, ME
1 hr 13 min from Manchester, NH
1 hr 36 min from Boston, MA

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Guests frequently mentioned excellent family amenities and well-maintained facilities including a beautiful lake and recreational options. Some visitors expressed disappointment with crowding and staff interactions during busy periods.

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Sarah

Scout

Reviewed Aug. 3, 2025

Surprisingly lovely

This campground was quiet and the sites were fairly private. It is built on a hill so some sites are a bit of a walk to get to. Linda will try to get you the best/easiest site for your type of camping. If you tent, the tent sites are lovely with decks and stairs to get to the water. The lake is beautiful, a hidden gem.

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Month of VisitAugust

Portia H.

Guide

Reviewed May. 6, 2022

Nice beach!

We took our daughter and her family camping here because it was within 45 minutes of our home and the grandkids are youngish. The kids loved the beach and the chickens. Our two sites were on the hill down to the beach area. We weren’t too impressed by the person who checked us in. She didn’t seem too happy to see us and motored off quickly in her golf cart right afterwards. They did a lot of fast golf cart roaming.

Our sites were fine and sufficiently large to hold both tent and screen room (mosquitos and flies kept mostly at bay). Each site included a picnic table and a stone fireplace (versus a firepit with stones on all sides. There is a little store with food, etc.

They have canoes and kayaks for rent. The lake is very nice. They told me we could bring our own kayaks next time. Unfortunately we had to leave a day early because my son-in-law became very ill the first night and had to go to the hospital.

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Month of VisitAugust

Becky T.

Guide

Reviewed Dec. 15, 2021

Lovely Pond Campground

Very nice little campground! Has a dock and swimming area, clean bathrooms and showers are a little bit of a hike uphill from the beach area.

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Christy M.

Scout

Reviewed Jul. 12, 2021

Very crowded

My husband and I wanted to try out a camping spot semi- close to our house for our first trip with our dog (in case he didn’t enjoy the tent lifestyle). We reserved a spot at Bunganut for three nights over Memorial Day weekend. We knew there would be a pretty full house, but this was insanity. The camping sites are very close together, which made it feel incredibly crowded. Kids were screaming and running around everywhere, including back and forth like squirrels across the road within the campground. Check in was easy, we did have to show proof of our dog’s rabies vaccination. We received a paper map with directions to our spot. Once we found our site, we saw that it was on a plateau of sorts, with a steep driveway up to the tent pad. As we started to awkwardly back up the driveway, we were immediately stopped by a woman in a golf cart who demanded to see our parking hang tags for our cars. She wasn’t very pleasant about it either, even when we said this was our first time to the campground and didn’t know all the protocols yet. Long story short (ish), we ended up eating the reservation fee and going home. We knew we weren’t going to enjoy ourselves, since the campground was so very crowded and loud. Not peaceful at all.

Month of VisitMay

Laura K.

Guide

Reviewed May. 31, 2021

Perfect!

Small and quaint. This was such an adorable perfect campsite. Lots of seasonal campers who are all super friendly and helpful. Made some friends in day one and hope to be back at some point if not this summer then definitely the next! Truly “family camping at its best” as the sign says! Small rec ball with games and movie nights was all the kids needed! Plus a playground/basketball court that has something for all ages. My daughters first stop was the adorable library! Books, games and movies galore! The lake looks amazing though it rained all weekend so we didn’t get to utilize it. The store has anything you may have forgotten for fair prices. We had a great time!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Bunganut Lake Camping Area have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Bunganut Lake Camping Area has 30 amp electric hookups and water hookups.

What is the elevation of Bunganut Lake Camping Area?

Bunganut Lake Camping Area is located at 295 feet.

What is the max vehicle length at Bunganut Lake Camping Area?

Bunganut Lake Camping Area allows vehicles up to 30 feet.

Are fires allowed at Bunganut Lake Camping Area?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Bunganut Lake Camping Area, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Bunganut Lake Camping Area have wifi?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Bunganut Lake Camping Area does have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Bunganut Lake Camping Area?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is excellent coverage for AT&T, excellent coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.

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