Where the Penobscot River winds through eastern Maine's forests, Mattawamkeag Wilderness Park provides a municipal camping option from late May through September. The park accommodates RVs up to 35 feet with full hookups including electric, water, and sewer connections, plus a dump station for shorter stays.
Drive-in access makes the campground reachable for most vehicles, while on-site amenities include drinking water and shower facilities. Pet owners can bring their animals along for the trip. For additional camping options in the region, campers can explore sites outside Danforth or visit nearby Our Vision Farm just over three miles northeast. Book ahead for peak summer months when Maine's camping season hits full swing.
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Map & DirectionsMattawamkeag Wilderness Park is located in Maine near Danforth
Directions
The Park & Campground are located on 1000 acres of forest land in Eastern Maine. It is 60 miles north of Bangor via Route 95 & Route 2. Mattawamkeag is the starting point of Route 157 which leads to Baxter State Park, about an hours drive away.
Coordinates
45.52400029 N
68.264 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 1 hr 56 min from Bangor, ME
- 3 hrs 21 min from Lewiston, ME
- 3 hrs 58 min from Portland, ME
- 5 hrs 1 min from Manchester, NH
