Within White Mountain National Forest, Crocker Pond operates as a small US Forest Service campground that draws campers to its lakeside setting. The seven sites sit along the wooded banks of Crocker Pond, with five sites positioned directly on the water. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring, while the campground provides vault toilets and a hand-pump well near the boat ramp.
The campground accommodates both drive-in and walk-in access, though some sites require a short walk from parking areas. Most waterfront sites fill quickly during peak season, with campers often arriving by noon on weekends to secure pond access. The water allows non-motorized boats only—canoes, kayaks, and rowboats. Dennis B. notes "lots of bullfrogs, the water was pristine and the barred owls were singing."
Hiking opportunities include a trail leading directly from the campground to another pond about one mile away, plus the Mt. Albany trailhead located roughly one mile up the forest road. The campground sits eight miles from Bethel, where campers can resupply at local restaurants, gas stations, and grocery stores. For additional camping options in the region, campers can explore places to camp near North Waterford. Sites cost $18 per night and operate from mid-May through mid-October.
Description
This secluded, 7 site campground is located on the edge of Crocker Pond under a towering white pine forest. Crocker Pond along with several other nearby fishing ponds have boat launches for non-motorized boats. Drinking water is currently not available. (08/31/2018)
Situated south of Bethel, ME, off Rt. 5, this secluded campground sits above Crocker Pond. Although there are only 7 sites, all but one are accessible, and each offers a different level of challenge and setting. Along the gravel roadway there is a hand pump for water and accessible vault toilets. Access to the pond is very difficult at this site due to the steep and loose gravel-covered banking. Other nearby locations (Patte Marsh and Broken Bridge Pond) offer vary- ing levels of pond access for fishing and boating.
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Location
Public CampgroundCrocker Pond is located in Maine
Directions
The campground is located by turning onto the Flat Road (across from the Post Office) from Route 2 in West Bethel, ME. Continue straight for 5.8 miles, where a sign will direct you down the .5 mile dirt road to the right.
Coordinates
44.310257 N
70.823937 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 5/1/26
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 5/1/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 5/1/26
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 5/1/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 1 hr 23 min from Lewiston, ME
- 1 hr 57 min from Portland, ME
- 2 hrs 41 min from Manchester, NH
- 2 hrs 47 min from Bangor, ME

















