Best Tent Camping near Medford, ME

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Best Tent Sites Near Medford, ME (27)

    Camper-submitted photo from Soul Retrieve-Hill
    Camper-submitted photo from Soul Retrieve-Hill
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    1. Soul Retrieve-Hill

    1 Review
    34 Photos
    1 Save
    Brownville Junction, Maine

    Soul Retrieve-Hill is set on 10.5 acres with 3 primitive sites and 2 cabins.

    We offer a communal kitchen and shower rooms and the peace and quiet of nature. It’s a short 5 minute walk to Sebec Lake for your boating, swimming and other water sports.

    The access trail for snowmobile and ATV are very close to the property with no need to trailer your machines.

    We are one hour from Bangor airport and one hour from mount Katahdin.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Cabins

    $44 - $99 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Katahdin Stream Campground — Baxter State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Katahdin Stream Campground — Baxter State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Katahdin Stream Campground — Baxter State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Katahdin Stream Campground — Baxter State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Katahdin Stream Campground — Baxter State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Katahdin Stream Campground — Baxter State Park

    2. Katahdin Stream Campground — Baxter State Park

    13 Reviews
    95 Photos
    108 Saves
    Millinocket, Maine

    Established in 1939, Katahdin Stream is a popular family campground providing access to Katahdin via the Appalachian Trail as well as access to numerous streams and ponds in the Kidney / Daicey area.

    26mi to Millinocket 12 lean-tos 10 tentsites 3 group sites holding 12, 13, and 25 people

    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Group
    Camper-submitted photo from Abol Campground — Baxter State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Abol Campground — Baxter State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Abol Campground — Baxter State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Abol Campground — Baxter State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Abol Campground — Baxter State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Abol Campground — Baxter State Park

    3. Abol Campground — Baxter State Park

    9 Reviews
    26 Photos
    42 Saves
    Millinocket, Maine

    Abol Campground is located at Baxter State Park

    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Cabins
    • Picnic Table

    $32 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Johnston Pond in KIJO Mary Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Johnston Pond in KIJO Mary Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Johnston Pond in KIJO Mary Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Johnston Pond in KIJO Mary Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Johnston Pond in KIJO Mary Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Johnston Pond in KIJO Mary Forest

    4. Johnston Pond in KIJO Mary Forest

    1 Review
    21 Photos
    3 Saves
    Brownville Junction, Maine
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Dispersed

    $25 - $30 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Roaring Brook Campground — Baxter State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Roaring Brook Campground — Baxter State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Roaring Brook Campground — Baxter State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Roaring Brook Campground — Baxter State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Roaring Brook Campground — Baxter State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Roaring Brook Campground — Baxter State Park

    5. Roaring Brook Campground — Baxter State Park

    8 Reviews
    18 Photos
    120 Saves
    Stacyville, Maine

    Roaring Brook Road is a narrow gravel road and can not accommodate vehicles over 9 feet high, 7 feet wide, or 22 feet long for a single vehicle or 44 feet long for combined unit.

    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Trash
    • Picnic Table

    $8 - $32 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Wilson Streams Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Wilson Streams Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Wilson Streams Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Wilson Streams Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Wilson Streams Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Wilson Streams Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Big Pleasant Pond
    Camper-submitted photo from Big Pleasant Pond
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    Camper-submitted photo from Big Pleasant Pond

    7. Big Pleasant Pond

    1 Review
    17 Photos
    9 Saves
    Frenchtown, Maine

    Camping is allowed only in the more than 60 authorized campsites. The checkpoint receptionists will gladly assist you in choosing a location when you register. Fees will vary according to the number in your party and the length of your stay. A fire place, picnic table, and privy are located at each campsite. The sites are primitive and well spread out. You will find solitude, good fishing, good hunting, fresh air, clean water, good times, and many other outdoor activities if this is what appeals to you. There is no running water or electricity. Campsites are maintained weekly. We ask that you carry out the refuse you carry in. Occasionally a campsite may be discontinued. Such closure allows the natural environment to recover from the impacts of frequent and concentrated activity. No party will be allowed to camp more than two weeks in one location. No trailer, tent, or other equipment is to be stored on any campsite. Items left unattended for more than three consecutive days may be removed at the expense of the owner. You are welcome to use dead and down wood for your fire at an authorized location. Extreme caution is always the rule. Remember a small fire is best for cooking and a DEAD fire is best when unattended. All outside fires must be within the steel fire rings provided at the authorized campsites. Building your own rock fireplaces is not permitted.

    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Picnic Table
    • Firewood Available

    $25 - $30 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from The Hawnets Nest
    Camper-submitted photo from The Hawnets Nest
    Camper-submitted photo from The Hawnets Nest
    Camper-submitted photo from The Hawnets Nest
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    Camper-submitted photo from The Hawnets Nest

    8. The Hawnets Nest

    1 Review
    11 Photos
    Stetson, Maine

    Welcome to our cozy and charming mini A-frame cabins and Tent Sites! Nestled on our homestead initiative here in our small town located in the southern Maine Highlands, this unique accommodation is the perfect retreat for those seeking a peaceful experience a short distance from some of Maines premier Rivers, Mountains, and Coastal towns.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Cabins

    $60 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Rum Pond Campsite
    Camper-submitted photo from Rum Pond Campsite
    Camper-submitted photo from Rum Pond Campsite
    Camper-submitted photo from Rum Pond Campsite
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    Camper-submitted photo from Rum Pond Campsite

    9. Rum Pond Campsite

    1 Review
    13 Photos
    18 Saves
    Greenville, Maine

    Trailheads and campsite areas donated to the Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands by the Weyerhauser Company are still in varied states of development. The trails are predominantly located on publicly-owned trail easements; the land is still owned by Weyerhauser as are adjacent lands. Please follow low-impact guidance (such as Leave No Trace) and respect both private and public lands/resources.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Picnic Table
    • Toilets
    Camper-submitted photo from Omaha Beach
    Camper-submitted photo from Omaha Beach
    Camper-submitted photo from Omaha Beach
    Camper-submitted photo from Omaha Beach
    Camper-submitted photo from Omaha Beach
    Camper-submitted photo from Omaha Beach

    10. Omaha Beach

    2 Reviews
    12 Photos
    46 Saves
    Millinocket, Maine
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian

    $7 - $13 / night

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Recent Tent Reviews in Medford

182 Reviews of 27 Medford Campgrounds


  • Emma C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Katahdin Shadows Campground
    Oct. 14, 2024

    Katahdin Shadows Campground

    Amazing

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  • Steve P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lunksoos Campground — Katahdin Woods And Waters National Monument
    Oct. 2, 2024

    Lunksoos Campground — Katahdin Woods And Waters National Monument

    Nice location, still has the feel of being newly constructed

    Checked out these sites for an upcoming visit. Stayed down the road at Sandbank this time. If you are tenting this is preferable as Sandbank is open to RV's and is noisier.

    Some changes to regulations since Jean's review in 2021.

    No fire permit is needed if you use the fire ring provided

    First-come-first-served only for a single night. Reservations from recreation.gov are recommended for longer stays or on weekends. $8 reservation fee, free camping up to 14 days, no refunds.

    Her photo of the campground map is still accurate.

  • Meghan B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dunn Point Campground — Lily Bay State Park
    Sep. 17, 2024

    Dunn Point Campground — Lily Bay State Park

    Lily Bay State Park - Dunn Point Campground

    The fact that we had water access from our campsite makes this a 5-star experience for me. Sites were private enough and showers were available, although the "comfort station" is about a mile walk away from the campsites. The electrical outlets didn't work in any of the bathrooms, either, so bringing a blowdryer was useless. But that's just a minor inconvenience--everything else was great.

  • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Unknown Lakes campsites
    Sep. 4, 2024

    Unknown Lakes campsites

    Amazing Beauty, Amazing Camping Experience

    Stayed for two nights after Labor Day. Only one other camper in the park and we never saw them but occasionally we could hear a voice. Other than that, it was quiet.

    There are about 9 campsites, each with a picnic table, a fire ring and a large camping and parking area for each site.

    The best feature of this campground is the view. There is a Lake on both east and west sides of the camping area. Three sites are view of both lakes from the camp sites. I woke up to a view of one lake and my wife saw the other lake from our camper.

    The campground has three pit toilets. The large size of the camp sites makes it feel more secluded than it is

    We did hear something like a lumber mill operating one morning. Not sure what that was all about.

    A Ranger stopped by and visited with us. He then offered us a brochure on the camping area we are planning to visit next. Nice customer service right at our camp site!

  • Thomas B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Upper Gravel Pit - Dispersed
    Sep. 2, 2024

    Upper Gravel Pit - Dispersed

    Great Views

    Great spot is you don't mind dry camping. Amazing views of the surrounding mountains. There are two sites and plenty of space between them. When I went (labor day weekend) there was a porta-potty about 1.5 miles down the road. Plenty of trail heads nearby. About 30 mins to downtown Greenville.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Katahdin Shadows Campground
    Aug. 6, 2024

    Katahdin Shadows Campground

    Friendly But Very Close

    What others have said is true. The staff were all very friendly and the pool and playground are well maintained. However, the spaces are very close together and there are no scenic views. The other drawback is the number of seemingly full time units. These units had wooden “improvements” over and around the campers indicating the RVs haven’t moved in a while and won’t move any time soon. Overall, it didn’t “feel” like a campground. It felt more like a mobile home park

  • D
    Camper-submitted photo from Moosehead Family Campground
    Aug. 4, 2024

    Moosehead Family Campground

    Absolutely Wonderful

    My large family and I spent a week here. First, the campground is easy to find and making reservations is a snap! The owners are two of the greatest people I’ve met. They are more than friendly and accommodating. They work hard keeping the entire property neat including the bathhouse. Honestly, it’s the cleanest bathroom/shower house I’ve seen. There is a playground for kids and plenty of room at each site for them to play. My family and I agree, this place is incredible and you would be foolish to go elsewhere.

  • Beth R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bangor Holden KOA
    Jun. 28, 2024

    Bangor Holden KOA

    Lots of Amenities

    Pros: Full hookup (sewer, water, 50 AMP) Lots of Amenities

    Cons: Gravel site Not much shade

  • S
    Camper-submitted photo from Moose Creek RV Resort
    Jun. 17, 2024

    Moose Creek RV Resort

    Very clean and well kept.

    We were there for 3 nights, everything was very clean and the staff were very helpful and pleasant. I'd definitely try to go for the premium sites as they are more wooded.

  • A
    Camper-submitted photo from Omaha Beach
    Jun. 14, 2024

    Omaha Beach

    Great quiet spot

    This is a great camping spot. The only bad thing is the mosquitos. On sunny and windy days they are much less of an issue. The three times I have camped here I’ve only seen one other group of people. The water is also great for swimming. The road is bumpy but I cleared it driving slowly and carefully with my honda HRV 2019.

  • Kyle N.
    Camper-submitted photo from Piscataquis Point
    Apr. 12, 2024

    Piscataquis Point

    A hidden gem in central Maine

    Spent a night at Piscataquis Point and had a great time! This was a very quiet and peaceful place but easily accessible from multiple directions and only like 20 mins from I-95. This spacious area has all the amenities covered allowing you to unplug and unwind like you’re in the middle of nowhere, the handcrafted touches from the outhouse to the fire pit add a   unique, welcoming and comfortable feel. Sitting next to a warm, crackling fire listening to the sound of the river was truly the cherry on top and made for a very relaxing evening. This spot is somewhat of a hidden gem, clean and well up kept, this is the type of place that you’ll want to revisit again and again.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pleasant River (Katahdin Ironworks)
    Dec. 31, 2023

    Pleasant River (Katahdin Ironworks)

    How Camping Should Be

    We have loved Katahdin Iron Works for a long time, it really is how camping should be. No hookups/power/water. Bring everything in and bring everything back out with you. There are outhouses near the pleasant river sites. Last time we were up there the rule was no units over 44' total with truck and camper. These sites really are best for tents or very small campers.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Abol Bridge Campground & Store
    Nov. 18, 2023

    Abol Bridge Campground & Store

    River Front

    This is a favorite spot of ours to stay. 

    The waterfront sites are absolutely beautiful. If you have a group of friends going its nice to be close. It can get loud in the summer months, you can tube the river and end at the campground. Sites have no hookups, so be prepared for that. Definitely get out on the water to enjoy the view of Mt. Katahdin. 

    **If for some dumb reason your GPS says to take the Old State Road instead of the Golden Road and you're towing a camper...DONT.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Wilderness Edge Campground
    Nov. 18, 2023

    Wilderness Edge Campground

    Millinocket Gem

    We stay at Wilderness Edge every time we visit Millinocket. The campground has all of your basics and is a great gateway spot for Baxter State Park or ATV trails. 

    The sites are better suited for smaller RV setups but it is not impossible to get a bigger camper in. We have a 30 foot toy hauler and have fit in our spots ok. We don't recommend coming in after dark- it can be difficult to navigate. Another thing to note is how long your hoses and electric cords are, you may need to stretch them under/behind your camper depending on site location. 

    The staff here are fantastic and have helped us on multiple occasions. Our last trip we had to extend a night because our truck broke down and needed more time, it was no problem. We have also had to buy a new 30 AMP power cord after store hours because ours was making us nervous.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Moose Creek RV Resort
    Nov. 18, 2023

    Moose Creek RV Resort

    Awesome New Campground

    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. 

    The amenities are all brand new and beautiful, including the pool side bar. The sides are spacey and range from field sites to wooded more private sites.

  • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Soul Retrieve-Hill
    Oct. 16, 2023

    Soul Retrieve-Hill

    Camp Near the Lake

    Jake from the Dyrt here! Soul Retrieve Hill is new to the Dyrt and has an awesome location near Senebec Lake & features a communal area so you can meet other campers!  Check them out and leave a review about your stay on the Dyrt!

  • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from The Hawnets Nest
    Oct. 9, 2023

    The Hawnets Nest

    A Frame & Tent Camping

    Jake from the Dyrt here! The Hawnets Nest is the perfect stop for adventure, accommodations include a cool A-Frame or bring-your-own Tent!  Check them out and leave a review about your stay on the Dyrt!



Guide to Medford

Tent camping near Medford, Maine offers a variety of scenic spots where nature enthusiasts can enjoy the great outdoors. With options ranging from private campgrounds to more rustic settings, there's something for everyone.

Tips for tent camping near Medford

  • When visiting Johnston Pond in KIJO Mary Forest, remember to bring your own water, as there are no potable sources available on-site.
  • At Rum Pond Campsite, you can collect downed wood for your campfire, but be prepared for wet conditions as most wood may not be seasoned.
  • If you're heading to Wilson Streams Area, make sure to obtain a fire permit before starting a fire, as it's required for all campers.

Some prices for tent camping range from $6 to $13

  • Camping fees at Omaha Beach are $6.54 for Maine residents and $13.08 for non-residents, making it an affordable option for those looking to enjoy the outdoors.
  • At Big Pleasant Pond, expect to pay a day use fee along with a camping fee, which can add up quickly, especially for out-of-state visitors.
  • For a unique experience, Northeast Whitewater Lodge offers tent camping with fees that vary based on the amenities you choose, such as yurts or primitive sites.

Local activities to enjoy while tent camping

  • While staying at Soul Retrieve-Hill, take advantage of the nearby Senebec Lake for swimming and fishing.
  • Explore the hiking trails at Debsconeag Lakes Wilderness Area, which offer a variety of routes suitable for all skill levels, including scenic views and ice caves.
  • If you're near The Hawnets Nest, enjoy the communal area where you can meet fellow campers and share stories around the fire.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Medford, ME?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Medford, ME is Soul Retrieve-Hill with a 5-star rating from 1 review.

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