Camping near Abbot, Maine sits at an elevation of approximately 550 feet in Maine's central highlands. Most campgrounds in the region remain accessible from late May through mid-October when temperatures typically range from 45°F to 80°F during peak season. Winter camping isn't commonly offered at Abbot area rv parks due to harsh conditions and seasonal closures of facilities.
What to do
Kayaking and canoeing opportunities: Two Rivers Campground provides free watercraft for guests. "There is a nice dock along the river where you can tie up boats and launch a kayak or canoe. One of the nice features is that they offer free use of their canoes/kayaks/peddle boats. You reserve a 2-hour time slot, and they provide you with the paddles and life jackets," notes one camper.
ATV trail access: Wilderness Edge Campground offers direct access to extensive trail systems. "Lots of ATV riders occupying sites so I'm sure lots of riding trails nearby," reports a visitor. The campground serves as an excellent base for exploring the region's extensive trail network.
Golf outings: Several campgrounds are situated near golf courses where campers can enjoy a round. At Fogg Brook Resort, "The golf course was in Great shape" according to a recent visitor who stayed during Labor Day weekend. The resort integrates camping with golf activities, allowing guests to enjoy both recreational options.
What campers like
Waterfront views and access: Camping along Moosehead Lake provides exceptional natural scenery. At Rowell Cove Campground, "Site 16 on the water you can launch your kayak from the site," notes one reviewer. The shoreline placement allows direct water access from many sites.
Fishing options: Multiple lakes and rivers provide fishing opportunities throughout the season. "The second weekend in September is the International Seaplane Fly-in in Greenville which is a wonderful event attracting hundreds of seaplanes," mentions a camper who visited Rowell Cove.
Quiet atmospheres: Most campgrounds maintain peaceful settings away from urban noise. A visitor to Pumpkin Patch RV Resort commented, "Much of the population consists of seasonal campers with huge RVs and Motor Homes. It's very adult oriented, super quiet, and super clean."
What you should know
Seasonal limitations: Most campgrounds operate from May through mid-October. "We stayed here for two weeks the end of September and beginning of October. This was a great place for home base for a couple weeks while we enjoyed Maine and what it offers," reports a camper at Spacious Skies Balsam Woods.
Wildlife presence: Insects and wildlife require preparation. At Alderbrook Camp Site, "The only challenge is we stayed in July, and the horse flys were viscous. They were not by the campsite, but were abundant on the trails, and I literally had to run to get back to the camper to minimize the bites."
Road access challenges: Some campgrounds have difficult entry points from main roads. Two Rivers Campground can be challenging to access as one visitor noted, "At night, one can clearly hear the noise from route 2 just at the edge of the campground. The river amplifies the sound of cars passing by."
Tips for camping with families
Playground amenities: Several campgrounds offer family-friendly facilities. At Moosehead Family Campground, "There is a playground for kids and plenty of room at each site for them to play," according to a visitor who stayed with their family.
Recreational options: Family activities vary significantly between campgrounds. Spacious Skies Balsam Woods features "a great big playground, basketball court, volleyball net, arcade, ice cream, outdoor projector for Saturday night movie," reports a family camper.
Safety considerations: Family-oriented campgrounds typically enforce strict quiet hours. A visitor observed at Two Rivers Campground, "Kiddos riding bikes and going on hayrides. Adults having fun at night but still respected quiet hours."
Tips from RVers
Site dimensions: RV site sizes vary substantially across the region. At Moose Creek RV Resort, a reviewer advised, "I'd definitely try to go for the premium sites as they are more wooded." Site selection can significantly impact privacy and comfort levels.
Hookup configurations: Power and water connections vary in placement. At Wilderness Edge Campground, "Most of the RV sites will require larger units to park parallel to the road. Bring longer power cords and hoses to ensure it will reach your rig because they may be on the 'wrong' site of your connections depending on how you park."
Navigational challenges: Some rv parks around Abbot, Maine have tight turns and limited maneuverability. "The back section of the campground is heavily treed with nice amounts of shade... The bathrooms were old and pretty nasty and we didn't want to use the toilet, much less shower there. Despite having a pull thru site, we had to back out because we would have had to go thru the back part of the park and because of the low hanging trees without scraping our RV," reported a visitor to Moosehead Family Campground.