Tall pines line the paved interior roads at Cathedral Pines Campground, giving the place its name before you've even found your site. Set along the eastern shore of Flagstaff Lake in western Maine, near Sugarloaf Mountain, this established campground runs from mid-May through September and draws a mix of paddlers, hikers, and families returning year after year. Sites are large and well-spaced, many raked clean before guests arrive, and the paved loop roads double as a low-traffic bike circuit for kids and adults.
Waterfront sites face west across Flagstaff Lake toward the Bigelow Mountains, and loons and bald eagles are regular sights on the water. Sites farther from shore still sit within the tree cover and, in some cases, carry a partial lake view. Jean C. notes that lakeside sites "don't necessarily provide easy access for launching a canoe or kayak," though the campground has a dedicated boat launch and beach where kayak storage is available. Rentals are on-site if you didn't bring your own.
The campground works well as a base for the surrounding region. The Appalachian Trail runs nearby, with access to the Bigelow Range, Sugarloaf, the Crockers, and Saddleback. Anglers, mountain bikers, and ATV riders all use the area trails, though ATVs are not permitted within the campground itself. A gas station and general store just outside the entrance covers most resupply needs. Campers planning a broader trip through this part of the state can find campgrounds near Eustis to round out an itinerary, including Trout Brook Campground and Bigelow Col Campsite for more remote overnight options in the Bigelow Ecological Reserve.
Facilities include electric, water, and sewer hookups, a dump station, showers, flush toilets, and WiFi in some areas. Verizon and AT&T both have coverage on-site. The gate locks between 8 p.m. and 8 a.m., with a $10 refundable deposit for a key card. "It was very quiet the 3 nights we were there," notes Jillian, adding that the visit fell after Labor Day. Longer rigs should be prepared for tight corners on the interior roads. Reservations require a deposit and are made by phone or mail. Sites run $32 to $40 per night, and pets are welcome.
Description
Cathedral Pines Campground is nestled deep in the Maine woods just 26 miles from the Canadian border and, as the name would imply, is surrounded by forests of tall red pine. Campers can enjoy the numerous hiking trails, fishing in nearby Flagstaff Lake, or simply relaxing in a quintessentially Maine setting. Recreational opportunities include canoeing and kayaking, taking a dip in the campground's swimming pond, or playing volleyball or horseshoes. Sugarloaf Mountain Golf Course is also nearby.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsCathedral Pines Campground is located in Maine near Eustis
Directions
From jct Hwy-16 & Hwy-27: Go 4 mi N on Hwy-27.
Address
945 Arnold Trail Highway
Eustis, ME 04936
Coordinates
45.1893357 N
70.46250767 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 3/12/26- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 7/21/26
AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 3/12/26
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 7/21/26
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 58 min from Lewiston, ME
- 2 hrs 4 min from Bangor, ME
- 2 hrs 41 min from Portland, ME
- 4 hrs 8 min from Burlington, VT
