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Best Campgrounds near Harrison, ME
Located in western Maine, the Harrison area features a range of campground options from full-service resorts to simpler tent sites. Papoose Pond Family Campground and Cabins in nearby Waterford provides tent camping, RV sites, cabin rentals, and glamping accommodations along a scenic pond. Sebago Lake State Park Campground, approximately 10 miles south in Naples, offers waterfront camping with both tent and RV sites. Many campgrounds in the region accommodate multiple camping styles, with lakefront properties being particularly popular during summer months.
Most campgrounds near Harrison operate seasonally, typically from May through mid-October, with Sebago Lake State Park remaining open year-round. The region experiences typical New England seasonal variations with warm summers and cold winters. Spring conditions often include mud and varying road conditions. Advance reservations are strongly recommended for summer weekends, particularly at waterfront sites which fill quickly. Cell service varies throughout the area, with better coverage near towns and limited connectivity in more remote camping areas. One camper noted, "Long Lake, Maine has some lakeside sites with lots of wooded sites and easy access to the lake."
Campers frequently highlight water access as a primary attraction at Harrison area campgrounds. Sites with lake or pond frontage command premium rates but provide direct swimming and boating opportunities. Several visitors mentioned appreciating the mix of wooded privacy and water proximity available at many locations. Lakeside Pines Campground in North Bridgton features both waterfront and wooded sites with varying levels of privacy. Family-oriented amenities are common at the larger established campgrounds, including swimming areas, boat rentals, and organized activities. Smaller campgrounds tend to offer more seclusion but fewer amenities. A review of one nearby campground mentioned, "Beautiful place to set up camp for a night to 14 days. The campground is situated along the wooded banks of a small pond, with about 5 of the 7 sites directly on the water."
Best Camping Sites Near Harrison, Maine (256)
1. Papoose Pond Family Campground and Cabins
14 ReviewsNorth Waterford, ME8 milesWebsite+1 (207) 583-4470"If you bring yoyr own kayaks there is a ruver with a take out close to the campground. U could walk back or drive in with a truck for pick up! This place is amazing! Will continue to go every year!"
"Perfect spot to relax and get away from everything. Great amount of amenities and privacy."
2. Sebago Lake State Park Campground
21 ReviewsNaples, ME13 milesWebsite+1 (207) 693-6613$25 - $30 / night
"Sebago Lake State Park is close to Portland, Maine and neighboring towns. Nice to be close to home so the drive to arrive isn’t so long. Nice scenery and helpful staff. An enjoyable weekend."
"The campsites were very tight, but there was nobody around us so we had plenty of privacy. All campsites are short walk to the beach and very pleasant."
3. Lakeside Pines Campground
7 ReviewsNorth Bridgton, ME2 milesWebsite+1 (207) 647-3935$50 - $69 / night
"Long Lake, Maine. Some lakeside sites. Lots of wooded sites with easy access to the lake. A few local permanent campers."
"The lake is gorgeous. Rocks make direct access to the water from the site difficult, but there is a beach for water access not too far away. The staff was extremely nice and helpful."
4. Colonial Mast Campground
5 ReviewsNaples, ME8 milesWebsite+1 (207) 693-6652"The campground is in a very nice location. It's close to shopping and beautiful recreation areas."
"Lake is stunning. Debbie and the others are single most helpful and competent staff we have ever run into."
5. Two Lakes Camping
6 ReviewsOtisfield, ME11 milesWebsite+1 (207) 539-4851"We set up at two lakes campground for a week, very happy. 2 adults and 2 dogs with plenty of room at our campsite. Some sites look much tighter but our space was great!"
6. Town Hall Road Dispersed
20 ReviewsChatham, NH21 miles"There were plenty of sites to choose from and most (not all) had access to the river as well as a fire ring. Sites were on a dirt road, but it was quiet for the most part."
"With a nice fire ring next to the river. Reasonably level spot for our van. Also there is a fun hiking trail just up the road. Camp sites are well spread out."
7. Crocker Pond
9 ReviewsNorth Waterford, ME16 milesWebsite+1 (603) 466-2713$18 / night
"Into the Whites from West Bethel, Crocker Pond is an off the beaten path car camping destination. Beautiful place to set up camp for a night to 14 days."
"With no one else around we thought, “welcome to the perfect campsite.” Each site offers a picnic table, fire ring, and access to the pond."
8. On the Saco Family Campground
7 ReviewsDenmark, ME14 milesWebsite+1 (207) 452-2274$32 - $36 / night
"It is also in a great area with amazing hiking nearby. Make sure to head not far down the road and climb up to the peak of Pleasant Mountain to get an incredible view of the entire area."
"The river was perfect, sandy bottom, refreshing current, we anchored ourselves for a bit then pulled it up and just floated down river for awhile before walking back along the sandbars right in the river"
9. Naples Campground
5 ReviewsNaples, ME12 milesWebsite+1 (207) 693-5267"Grounds are well maintained and it’s location is close to the action if you want to rent boat/jet ski. Kids loved the water slides, crafts and pool. We’ll go back for sure!"
"Upon arrival to the campgrounds, it was close to getting dark. My husband and I were exhausted and RV rookies. We were personally escorted by the owner, Conrad to our site."
10. Loon's Haven Family Campground
5 ReviewsNaples, ME12 milesWebsite+1 (207) 693-6881$70 - $90 / night
"We pulled in with a 40ft pull behind had no problems. Staff is friendly place is very dog friendly."
"I get it, there are kids around but to scream at strangers coming in is a little much."
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Recent Reviews near Harrison, ME
1263 Reviews of 256 Harrison Campgrounds
Scott L.
ScoutThomas Point Beach and Campground
Original local owners bought out - prices now @$100/night
They're making improvements which is great, but 3x the traditional price is just too much. We're disappointed and will be going somewhere else this summer.
- AAmelia G.Traveler
Base Camp — Umbagog Lake State Park
Amazing!
I loved this base camp and the camp store! Everyone was very nice and loved it there.
JimmyScoutOld Orchard Beach Campground
Prejudice owners
I have never come across a more prejudice, morally wrong and bad business situation in my life than my most recent experience with this campground. I am 40, am an engineer and my mother is 70 and a retired high school teacher. I have a five year old and live with my mom. I have owned three properties over the years. I say all this background because it’s necessary for this story. Oh and I am very quiet, have held a security clearance, a marathon runner blah blah blah. My mom sold her condo and we have a move out date on June 15. We decided to get an rv for the season and stay at a campground. We picked this one. They said we were all set to move our rv to the site for May 21st. Then on May 20th in the afternoon they call and basically say our family dynamic is unacceptable and we can’t move in. Yes I have a girlfriend. She doesn’t live with us but stays often. She has been an Americore worker plus worked with homeless for years. Apparently we would look to out of place. First- to tell us this about 16 hours before move in is unacceptable, after a couple weeks of saying you’re fine. To be that judgmental and prejudiced is unacceptable. I have zero respect for this campground and wish all who read this to boycott. Mary Ellen you are not a good person. In one voicemail to my mom you state how she’s anxious and also say it will be fine! Turns out she had good reason to be anxious. To treat others like you do is not ok. I found that anxious comment very off at the time and in retrospect it is telling on many levels. Be ashamed! What you have done to good people is wrong on many levels. I state all this personal stuff to highlight how ridiculous being turned away from a campground is. I have owned nice homes in very nice communities and never thought a pathetic campground would turn me away, what a joke.
- sstevenM149Traveler
Jigger Johnson Campground
Beautiful campground
75 first come first served sites with flush toilets and a single shower site with pay showers. The campground is beautiful and sites are well spaced and private. Short trails lead to the Swift River directly out of the back of the campground.
- ssamantha R.Traveler
Town Hall Road Dispersed
A beautiful primitive hideaway
One of my favorite places to run away and be one with nature!
Sue B.
RangerTown Hall Road Dispersed
Good for a night
Stopped here on the way to do a hike on the A.T. and grabbed a spot that had plenty of space for a car and a couple tents. No amenities but we didn't really need any.
Amanda B.ScoutWhite Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road
Love it
I was looking for a peaceful camping spot not far off the beaten path. This spot fits the description well.
- GGreg B.Scout
Little Ossipee Lake Campground
Great location
This cpground is full of seasonal sp no transient sites. Has good owners who keep the park clean and well maintained. Very friendly campground.
Guide to Harrison
Camping spots near Harrison, Maine provide access to multiple lakes and ponds with various privacy levels and amenities. The region sits on the western edge of Maine at elevations between 300-400 feet, creating distinct camping microclimates. Most campgrounds in the area maintain natural wooded buffers between sites, though privacy levels vary significantly between facilities and specific site locations.
What to do
Water activities on Sebago Lake: Sebago Lake State Park Campground offers opportunities for fishing diverse species. One camper noted, "Sebago lake is a great spot for all types of fishing. From bass to landlocked salmon. And you can take the boat up river through the songo locks. All the way up to long lake."
Hiking at Pleasant Mountain: On the Saco Family Campground provides access to nearby trails. A visitor reported, "It is also in a great area with amazing hiking nearby. Make sure to head not far down the road and climb up to the peak of Pleasant Mountain to get an incredible view of the entire area."
Kayaking on Trickey Pond: Paddle on one of Maine's clearest water bodies. A camper at Loon's Haven Family Campground shared, "The pond is crystal clear and we boated over to one of the small islands to find a rope swing which provided entertainment and memories for my children."
What campers like
Spacious wooded sites: Many campgrounds offer natural separation between camping spots. A visitor to Lakeside Pines Campground commented, "When the campground is full, it never really feels crowded. There are two great beaches on Long Lake, the staff and fellow campers are always friendly!"
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathrooms and shower areas are consistently mentioned in reviews. A camper at Loon's Haven stated, "This campground has the cleanest bathrooms I have ever seen while camping. The pond is crystal clear."
Food options: Some campgrounds offer convenient dining. At Naples Campground, one visitor shared this experience: "Upon arrival to the campgrounds, it was close to getting dark. My husband and I were exhausted and RV rookies. We were personally escorted by the owner, Conrad to our site. He graciously showed us around our site. Right as he was leaving he turned around and said, 'how about a pizza? You guys want a pizza?'"
What you should know
Reservation timing: Summer weekends fill quickly, especially at waterfront sites. At Crocker Pond, a camper noted, "We got there at noon on Saturday and there were two sites left, we got one on the water, but it filled up right away."
Site privacy varies: Some campgrounds have more separation between sites than others. At Sebago Lake State Park, one reviewer mentioned, "The campsites definitely felt like they were on top of each other and are pretty small. We picked a medium one and could barely fit 2 tents and 2 cars with a safe distance from the fire."
Check-in procedures: Policies may change seasonally. A Loon's Haven camper experienced: "I was told when we got there that we could not check in until 4:00. I explained that their website and email states 1:00. I was asked when I booked and told them about 2 weeks ago and she said that the check-in time had just recently changed."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Harrison, ME?
What camping is available near Harrison, ME?
According to TheDyrt.com, Harrison, ME offers a wide range of camping options, with 256 campgrounds and RV parks near Harrison, ME and 9 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Harrison, ME?
Which is the most popular campground near Harrison, ME?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Harrison, ME is Papoose Pond Family Campground and Cabins with a 4.9-star rating from 14 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Harrison, ME?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Harrison, ME?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 9 free dispersed camping spots near Harrison, ME.
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