Best Dispersed Camping near Andover, ME
Dispersed camping options near Andover, Maine include several primitive sites in the White Mountain National Forest region. White Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road features approximately eight secluded tent sites along a dead-end dirt road. The sites are well-spaced for privacy, with basic fire rings but no other amenities. According to reviews, the uppermost site offers access to Little Larry Brook, while sites 4 and 5 receive limited cell service. Campers should be aware that bear activity has been reported, particularly at the upper sites which intersect game trails.
Road conditions vary significantly across these dispersed areas. Little Larry Road requires careful navigation as it climbs uphill on unpaved surfaces. Several campers noted that while most passenger vehicles can access these sites, the access roads are not suitable for large RVs or trailers. Town Hall Road Dispersed camping, though in New Hampshire, offers similar experiences with riverside sites approximately 30 minutes from Andover. Reviews indicate these sites remain relatively dry even during rainstorms.
No drinking water, toilets, or trash facilities exist at most dispersed sites in this region. Visitors must pack in all necessary supplies and pack out all waste. Fire regulations permit campfires at White Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road and most Town Hall Road sites, but Hogan Road Pulloff prohibits fires. All sites operate on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations accepted. The 14-day maximum stay limit is strictly enforced throughout the White Mountain National Forest. Wildlife encounters are common; secure food storage is essential as one reviewer mentioned: "Upper two top sites beware of bears especially the right side site. Game trail heaven."
