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Papoose Pond Family Campground and Cabins offers spacious wooded pet-friendly sites across two distinct camping areas. Pets are welcome throughout the campground's tent sites, RV hookups, cabins, and glamping accommodations. Colonial Mast Campground and Lakeside Pines also accommodate campers with dogs, each providing waterfront options where pets can enjoy lakeside camping experiences. Leashed pets are permitted at all reviewed campgrounds, with multiple reviews noting the family-friendly atmosphere makes these locations ideal for camping with the entire family, including four-legged members. Most properties feature full hookup sites, showers, toilets, and water access, with picnic tables at each site. The sites across the road from Papoose Pond lake are noted as more spacious and less crowded than waterfront options, providing more room for pets to relax at campsites. Camping photos and user guides for Harrison, Maine are available on The Dyrt.
Long Lake provides excellent swimming opportunities for both humans and dogs at several campgrounds, with Lakeside Pines offering direct lake access from select sites. Rocky shorelines at some waterfront campsites make water entry challenging for pets, but designated beach areas provide easier access points. The surrounding area features multiple hiking trails suitable for dog walking, with White Mountain National Forest only 30 minutes from Lakeside Pines Campground. Summer temperatures in the region typically remain comfortable for pets, though midday heat may necessitate shade breaks. Campers should note that most properties enforce quiet hours to prevent excessive barking disturbances. Town Hall Road offers primitive dispersed camping options for those seeking a more rustic pet camping experience, though this free site lacks amenities like water or restrooms. Regular campers report that Papoose Pond's weekly activities make it an excellent option for families with dogs seeking an extended summer stay.
"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."
"Sebego Lake SP does Not allow pets. I suggeat looking for a care taker fir your dog It specifically tells you this when you try to reserve a campsite . the Day use area does allow dogs . leashed . "
"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."
from $25 - $30 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $50 - $69 / night
Check Availability"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."
"Great privacy, lots of room, river for the dogs, gorgeous area!!"
"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."
"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!"
"Love the dog beach. I wish they had a change machine in the laundry room."
"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."
from $18 / night
Check Availability"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"
from $32 - $36 / night
Check Availability"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."
"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."
from $70 - $90 / night
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ScoutThe grounds are well maintained with flowers planted everywhere. Staff is extra friendly. Bathrooms and showers could use updating but were spotless. Very pet friendly with dog park, agility equipment, dog pond and dog wash.
GuideThe Chocorua KOA is a great campground with super friendly staff, a variety of sites and lots of activities and things to do for everyone in the family.
We stayed with two other families on pull-through full hook-up sites 43, 45, and 47. Although we were on the main road, we really enjoyed these sites. They were wooded and in a central location close to the playgrounds, pavilion, beach and nature trails. Site 45 was pretty narrow but the other two sites had a bit more space so we mostly used 43 and 47 to hang out. We especially loved that the pull-through road behind our sites was not a main access road so we had a nice long stretch of road that was just for us. We played games and the kids road bikes without having to worry about cars driving through.
There are also a lot of really nice tent sites along the water, cabins, teepees, lodges and great areas for groups to camp. They are fairly strict with quiet hours so it is a very quiet campground at night.
The facilities are nice and clean. The pavilion and fire pit area are a nice place to gather with games and a mining station to enjoy. There are two playgrounds for little and big kids. The bathrooms are quite dated but clean. The pool is freezing cold so the kids didn’t swim much. The beach area is small and not deep enough to swim but the kids enjoyed playing in the sand and water. There are a lot of options for boat rentals- paddle boats, kayaks, canoes, paddle boards, and row boats. There is a beautiful board walk that leads through the marsh to a system of short nature trails. We really enjoyed walking the trails though some need a lot of work due to fallen trees and overgrowth. There were also a lot of free activities for the kids like crafts, wagon rides and games with a full schedule of events. You really never have to leave this campground!
This is also an incredibly dog-friendly campground with a fun dog park, a special swimming pond just for dogs and doggie day care available. This is one of the most pet loving campgrounds we’ve ever camped in and our pup loved it!!
We had a great trip and will definitely be back!
ScoutGreat campground, it is walking distance to Old Orchard beach and has large sites. Many family activities including fishing, 2 pools, a dog park, and a snack shack.
ScoutWe enjoyed our stay here and our dog loved the dog park! We would highly recommend this campground.
GuideAbsolutely beautiful! Clean, quiet, had a shaded site near the dog park which was awesome for us with our pups
ScoutReservations online was super easy, and the hosts are great. They allowed me to drive around and look at the other campsites as I was needing a site with limited/no tree coverage. Plus I’m still learning how to handle my van, so was looking for a very flat spot. Bathrooms are nice and clean, the grounds are nice and clean, and the dog park is a great bonus.
TravelerUpon arrival staff was nice. They did ask for $10 cash gate card fee. At the time of rival I did not have cash on me. They did allow me to pay it later on during our visit. As we traveled the road to our camp site I was disappointed in the condition of the roads and how tight everything is. Again, the campsite was beautiful with access and frontage on the pond. I was also not impressed with the dog park it was quite a hike from our campsite and near the office. It would have been nicer to have the dog park in the camping area. The day we were leaving we made a special trip to the atm, to get the required $10 cash fee. As we departed I went into the office to check out, return the gate card, and pay the fee. At that time, I handed the clerk the $10 and explained that I owed it. She in turn explained that I did not owe them any money as the $10 was a deposit in case you did not return the card. I was less than impressed with how that was explained at the beginning and the additional trip we had to make.
TravelerIt was an easy campground to navigate. We were so fortunate, we stayed at another campground and check out was at noon. We were sitting on the side of the foothills entrance ( check in time was 2:00), the owner allowed us to enter early. I would like to thank him very much for that. The new owners are working diligently on updating the facilities and working very hard doing it. While we were there they were working on one of the roads that got a bit washed out, and also working on updating the dog park. Campground is very clean. Only draw back was it is very close to Route 16 and some places in campground were a bit noisy. We were so happy to have visited this site!
GuideThis was a nicely shaded and quiet park, even with kids running around. There was a nice pool for the kiddos, as well as kayaks and water toys for the pond, which looks like a lake. Great sized dog parks - 2 connected to each other. People are super nice. Sites are pretty close together.
Staff super nice. Wifi not great and we have starlink - lots of obstruction so if you need uninterrupted access I’d check with the front desk to see if there are clearer areas for your satellite. Laundry was a bit of a trek from our site, but not a huge deal. Overall pleasant stay, though!
Harrison, Maine sits along the shores of Long Lake at an elevation of 290 feet. Most campgrounds in this region operate from May through October, with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during daytime hours. The area's mix of lakes, ponds, and forested terrain creates varied camping environments from waterfront to woodland settings within a 20-mile radius.
Tubing and kayaking on the Saco River: On the Saco Family Campground provides direct river access with rental options. "Camping for the night before the hike to the summit of Pleasant Mountain! Beautiful campground, super friendly owners, amazing Saco River access... 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!" notes Christopher K.
Hiking at White Mountain National Forest: Located about 30 minutes from most Harrison area campgrounds, the forest offers multiple trails for various skill levels. Town Hall Road Dispersed camping offers easy access to these trails. As Erin H. reports, "Down toward the river there was plenty of open space so we pitched there and built a fire pit. It was one of our favorite camp spots yet! Very peaceful, beautiful and quiet."
Swimming in clear water ponds: Trickey Pond at Loon's Haven Family Campground is known for exceptional water clarity. "Great views of this quiet pond. Quiet campground with great campsite amenities. Has bathhouses which were clean. Lots of sites rented all summer. Great place to explore the area from. Boating options are amazing in the area," writes Peter F.
Spacious sites away from waterfront areas: Colonial Mast Campground offers sites with more room and privacy than lakefront options. "Nice beach area with boat docks, family works hard to keep campground in nice clean condition. They have good children's activities and a nice indoor pool," according to Ed C.
Clean facilities: Naples Campground (KOA) receives consistent praise for its well-maintained facilities. "The bath houses were new and nice. The new area has no trees and just looks like a big RV parking lot, but the older part has plenty of trees," notes Jennifer F., highlighting the campground's cleanliness despite varying levels of shade.
Quiet camping experiences: For those seeking tranquility, Crocker Pond provides minimal facilities but maximum peace. "When we pulled up to this quiet campground during a warm and sunny day in October, the light shone through the trees on an idyllic pond wreathed in fall color. With no one else around we thought, 'welcome to the perfect campsite,'" says Shari G.
Site differences within campgrounds: At Papoose Pond Family Campground and Cabins, location matters. "Lots of nice spacious wooded sites. Located on 2 sides of a road, the side opposite the lake was much nicer and more spacious. Sites around the lake very crowded together. Sites across road much more spacious," explains Jo-Ann N.
Limited bathroom facilities at some locations: Some campgrounds have fewer restrooms than others. Jessica W. notes about Papoose Pond: "My one con is the location of public restrooms. There aren't many, hence why we stay on a site with our own, and some are extremely far away from campsites."
Seasonal operation: Most campgrounds in the Harrison area operate from May through early October. Lakeside Pines Campground operates "Memorial Day to Sep 15," while Naples Campground runs slightly longer from "April 25 to October 15," allowing for early spring and late fall camping opportunities.
Activity scheduling: Papoose Pond Family Campground offers structured activities throughout the week. "Went to Papoose over Memorial weekend with the family and had a blast! Staff was super friendly, tons of activities for kids and adults, nightly entertainment, and lots more! Played parents VS kids kickball and laughed so hard," shares Angela M.
Beach access considerations: Some campgrounds offer easier beach access than others. At Sebago Lake State Park Campground, Rebecca L. mentions, "The selling point of this campground is the lake for sure. Sebago Lake is beautiful. Sites are very close together. Beach areas were very nice for relaxing."
Pet restrictions: Most dog friendly campgrounds near Harrison have specific rules for pets. While all the reviewed campgrounds allow pets, some have breed restrictions or designated areas. At Naples Campground, one camper noted detailed pet policies: "There was a whole paper full of rules if you brought a pet."
Site selection for privacy: Choose sites away from main areas for more privacy. At Loon's Haven Family Campground, Angela M. advises, "The campground is on the small side with no chance of getting lost and has mostly seasonal campers there."
Road conditions for access: Some campgrounds have challenging access roads. Bob G. notes about Town Hall Road Dispersed camping, "The road was not as bad as I anticipated. There was room for my Jeep Grand Cherokee towing a squaredrop camper to pass the very few oncoming vehicles we encountered. There is a good mix of tent and small/medium camper sites."
Hookup availability: Full-service sites are available at multiple campgrounds. At On the Saco Family Campground, Tris W. reports, "Super easy full hook ups!" This makes it convenient for RVers needing water, electric, and sewer connections without repositioning their vehicles.
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