The Dover-Foxcroft region sits in central Maine at approximately 400 feet elevation, offering a mix of forest and lake environments. Most campgrounds in this area remain open from May through October, with nearly all closing for the harsh winter months when temperatures regularly drop below freezing. Cell phone coverage varies significantly between campgrounds, with stronger signals near larger towns and spotty service in more remote locations.
What to do
ATV trail access: Multiple campgrounds provide direct access to Maine's extensive ATV trail system. At Moosehead Family Campground, "The owners said he does rake them but so apparently it was a banner year, so there were tons of apples which meant that you did get a smell from the rotting ones." A visitor to Moose Creek RV Resort noted, "Moose Creek RV Resort is in a great location in Greenville, close to town and to ATV trails. A good amount of ATV parking across the street."
Fishing opportunities: Several campgrounds maintain stocked ponds or provide access to nearby fishing spots. "We were trying to find moose and did not succeed but saw deer a few times, a red Fox, a grouse, turkey, a great blue heron and numerous ducks so wildlife is around," reported a visitor to Moose Creek RV Resort. At Spacious Skies Balsam Woods, one reviewer mentioned "beautiful new bathrooms with beautiful showers that are for male or female, which i loved, also had the handicapped and elderly in mind building the showers."
Hiking excursions: The region offers varied hiking options within an hour's drive of most campgrounds. A visitor to Wilderness Edge Campground explained, "Base camp to Katahdin, close in to Millinocket. Went with a diverse group of campers with hammock, tent and cabin sleeping preferences and everybody found their spot."
What campers like
Spacious sites: Many rv parks near Dover-Foxcroft feature sites with adequate space between neighbors. At Pumpkin Patch RV Resort, "Sites are very clean and the park is well-groomed with maintenance people always mowing or cleaning sites. There is pretty good space between sites so you don't feel cramped or right on top of your neighbor."
Clean facilities: Campers frequently mention well-maintained bathroom and shower facilities. "The bathhouse (which was spotless) has six individual rooms with toilets and shower and two are ADA accessible," noted one visitor to Moose Creek RV Resort. Another reviewer at Wilderness Edge Campground praised the "clean (like super clean) showers and bath house, fire pit and picnic table at each site and cabin."
Location convenience: Most campgrounds in this region provide strategic access to major attractions. "We liked the proximity of this campground to downtown Greenville. The area is beautiful with great hiking, boating, and fishing," mentioned a visitor to Moosehead Family Campground.
What you should know
Seasonal availability: Most rv parks near Dover-Foxcroft operate between May and October only. Alderbrook Camp Site offers limited access, with one reviewer noting, "This area is very rural. Skowhegan, which is just over 20 minutes away, is the closest town, and has a few restaurants and a nice farmers market."
Varied internet access: Wi-Fi quality varies significantly between campgrounds. "Due to the campground's location in a remote part of Maine, I'm sure our over-the-air antenna would not have worked. They did have wifi which worked great at our site," reported a visitor to Moosehead Family Campground.
Roadway considerations: Some campgrounds have narrow access roads that can challenge larger vehicles. A reviewer at Moosehead Family Campground warned, "The turn into the campground from the main road (Route 6) is very tight and we ended up having to go into the other lane and take up the whole road in order to make the turn in."
Tips for camping with families
Playground availability: Several campgrounds offer dedicated play areas for children. At Fogg Brook Resort, "They had live music and lots of activities for all ages. The restrooms are clean even with the campground full. They keep the grounds spotless. The pool is great and playground will keep the small ones busy. They have plenty of room for kids to enjoy their bikes."
Weekend activities: Many campgrounds schedule family-friendly events, particularly on weekends. Wilderness Edge Campground provides "fire pit and picnic table at each site and cabin, super helpful, friendly hosts and last minute gear avail at the office (we got a waterproof map for Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument)."
Off-site excursions: Plan day trips to nearby attractions like Moosehead Lake or Baxter State Park. According to one visitor at Spacious Skies Balsam Woods, "And, if you are seeking some amazing hiking, it's relatively close to Borestone Mountain and sections of the Appalachian Trail."
Tips from RVers
Site configurations: Many RV sites in the region require specific parking arrangements. "Most sites are back-in, though they offer some pull throughs, and most are wooded or in the orchard," explained a reviewer at Moosehead Family Campground. At Pumpkin Patch RV Resort, "Most sites are level and there are long pull thrus so you don't have to unhitch if you are only staying one night."
Utility placement: Consider hook-up locations when selecting a site. "All the hook-ups were well-placed and we did not need extensions to connect," mentioned a reviewer at Pumpkin Patch RV Resort. In contrast, at Moose Creek RV Resort, "The only critism we have is that a handful of sites are sloped and we would not be able to get our 45' motorhome level."
Tree clearance: Some campgrounds have low-hanging branches that may impact larger rigs. As one Moosehead Family Campground visitor noted, "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."
