Best Campgrounds near Oquossoc, ME

The Rangeley Lakes region surrounding Oquossoc, Maine provides diverse camping opportunities ranging from established state parks to remote wilderness sites. Campgrounds like Rangeley Lake State Park offer tent and RV camping with amenities including showers, drinking water, and electric hookups, while more secluded options exist at Stephen Phillips Memorial Preserve Wilderness and dispersed sites like Smudge Cove and Eagle Cove along Cupsuptic Lake. The region features a mix of drive-in campsites accessible by car and boat-in sites that require water transportation, with accommodations ranging from basic tent platforms to full-service RV hookups.

Access throughout the area varies seasonally with most campgrounds operating from May through October. Forest roads and boat launches serve as primary access points for many of the remote sites around Mooselookmeguntic and Cupsuptic Lakes. "These sites are secluded and offer a lovely amount of privacy and rest assured, the only sounds you will hear at night are the loons," noted one camper about Smudge Cove. Winter camping is available in select areas but without services. Weather conditions can change quickly, particularly on the lakes where afternoon winds are common. Cell service is generally available in established campgrounds but limited at wilderness sites. Advance reservations are highly recommended for summer weekends and holidays.

Waterfront access represents a significant draw for campers visiting the Oquossoc area, with many sites offering views of the region's scenic lakes. Several campgrounds provide docks or boat launches for water recreation. The Stephen Phillips Memorial Preserve receives consistently high ratings for its secluded island and mainland sites. A camper described it as offering "unmatched seclusion" where "sight and sound of others are absent." More developed campgrounds like Cathedral Pines and Cupsuptic Lake Park & Campground accommodate larger groups and RVs while maintaining forest settings. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound, with loons commonly heard calling across the lakes at night and occasional moose sightings reported near Cupsuptic Campground. Family-friendly amenities are available at the established campgrounds, while the dispersed sites appeal to those seeking a more primitive wilderness experience.

Best Camping Sites Near Oquossoc, Maine (121)

    1. Rangeley Lake State Park Campground

    13 Reviews
    Rangeley, ME
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 864-3858

    $20 - $40 / night

    "Access to park amenities like lake and hiking trails. Have camped here in summer (be prepared for bugs) and winter (no services) and enjoyed every visit."

    "The sites closer to the lake have some standing water surrounding the sites. Stayed in 5 and it was super dry."

    2. Stephen Phillips Memorial Preserve Wilderness

    4 Reviews
    Oquossoc, ME
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 864-2003

    "You can either stay on the mainland and walk your belongings to the site, or use the canoes to transport your gear to the island."

    "It's a rare treat to be in a location where sight and sound of others are absent. While a few sites might have a neighbor in view, most offer exceptional privacy."

    3. Coos Canyon Campground and Cabins

    19 Reviews
    Byron, ME
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 364-3880

    $30 - $210 / night

    "Nice trail to the river next to our site. Dog friendly. Fun little scavenger hunt for kids of all ages. Short walk over to Coos Canyon rest area with great swim holes."

    "We stayed at the main campground in 2021. The campground was a nice place and the sites are generally under shaded trees and included electric and water."

    4. Cupsuptic Lake Park & Campground

    4 Reviews
    Oquossoc, ME
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 864-5249

    "Very nice being several miles out on logging roads away from any towns or noise. Incredibly buggy. Site was advertise as next to the river, but had to walk through heavy vegetation to even see it."

    "It's a nice place on the lake. Nice beach with little seating coves along the waters edge, offers a little privacy. There is a tiny marina, docks for small boats. There are a lot of seasonal campers."

    5. Cathedral Pines Campground

    20 Reviews
    Eustis, ME
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 246-3491

    $32 - $40 / night

    "Nestled in western Maine just past Sugarloaf ski mountain lies Cathedral Pines. When you arrive you will appreciate the name."

    "This campground on the shore of Flagstaff Lake features large level sites nestled among towering pines, both with and without hookups (w/e; dump station available)."

    6. Cupsuptic Campgrounds

    2 Reviews
    Oquossoc, ME
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (207) 864-5249

    "There are cabanas and swings next to the water. Moose come right through the campground at night. it’s amazing."

    7. Smudge Cove

    1 Review
    Oquossoc, ME
    4 miles
    Website

    $28 / night

    "This campsite is along the Forest Legacy Trail and while the trail is managed by one entity, the remote campsites are managed by another."

    8. Aziscoos Valley Camping Area

    4 Reviews
    Errol, NH
    13 miles
    Website

    $15 - $25 / night

    "It's an easy drive to some of the best trout fishing in Maine and New Hampshire. The grounds and facilities are extremely well maintained."

    "The grounds were extremely well kept and the showers and main restrooms were the cleanest I have seen."

    9. Eagle Cove

    1 Review
    Oquossoc, ME
    2 miles
    Website

    10. Base Camp — Umbagog Lake State Park

    13 Reviews
    Errol, NH
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 482-7795

    $45 - $80 / night

    "In addition, there are a few pit toilets scattered around. Sites are generally small and wooded, but sites 1a-d and 3-4 are open/sunny and near the beach."

    "This campground is right on the lake with access to boating and fishing. The bathrooms are clean and also nice showers. The overall layout of the sites is a little weird as you pull around."

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Recent Reviews near Oquossoc, ME

424 Reviews of 121 Oquossoc Campgrounds


  • Mark W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 16, 2025

    Aziscoos Valley Camping Area

    Great campground near great fishing

    I've camped here several times (June, July, August, September, and October) over the last couple years--usually at no-hookup sites. Most of the sites get enough sun to keep batteries charged and most of the sites are free of Starlink obstructions. I usually stay there mid-week and it's very quiet.

    It's an easy drive to some of the best trout fishing in Maine and New Hampshire.

    The grounds and facilities are extremely well maintained. The staff is great, and I've met some fabulous people camping there. 

    It's Maine so the blackflies and mosquitoes can be a challenge early in the season. And toward the end of the season, you'll want a vacuum cleaner to deal with the Asian lady beetles that have invaded all of northern New England.

  • Yung H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 7, 2025

    Coos Canyon Campground and Cabins

    Fantastic

    Its a really cool spot to explore. I went when the water was low and was able to adventure where youre not meant to and man was it a blast.Found my own pride rock(lion king) and was able to meditate in silence and be away from all the boaters and atvs was super peaceful with a water near by. The tent campers around me were really solid people aswell.

  • S
    Oct. 4, 2025

    Crocker Pond

    Beautiful spot!!

    7 campsites in a really beautiful place!! We went in early October and about half the sites were full. It was very peaceful and great hiking nearby!

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 29, 2025

    Grafton Notch Campground

    Amazing place!

    We stayed here 2 nights in late September. The campground is very neat and tidy with lots of nice touches like flowers and seasonal decorations. The sites are gravel & the paths are covered in wood chips - both make walking cleaner because you are out of the dirt and mud. There is a path to the river and 2 picnic tables by the river. The bathhouse is clean and has a large shower with plenty of places to put your soap, shampoo, etc. There are also lots of hooks in the shower and bathroom for your stuff and the shower has a large bench to sit on as you get dressed. There are 2 dishwashing stations outside the bathhouse. Horseshoes and corn hole are on site and there is a well stocked camp store. Lots of information and brochures on the area. The owner is very kind and personable - I am looking forward to coming back!

  • Joshua M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 19, 2025

    Dolly Copp Campground

    Calm and clean gem

    Went here in mid Fall of '25 and couldnt have been greated by nicer people, had a great private site with water and 30amp hookups. Very dog freindly, many hiking trails in the the area. Next to zero cell phone service.

  • Ethan S.
    Sep. 18, 2025

    Dead River Access on Long Falls Dam Road

    Absolutely Beautiful

    I have been here numerous time with my GF and my friends alike and just about every time we have spotted moose and had a great time in the backroads of maine. If you go up the road a little bit theres a big lake on top of the dam and (not sure if you can fish it) there are some nice fish up there as well. Overall great time and plenty of great memories!

  • Linda C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 17, 2025

    Trout Brook Campground

    Tranquil

    You’re camping close to others but it was quiet at night when we were there mid-week.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 28, 2025

    White Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road

    Chill spots with nearby creek and river

    Highwater trail with bridge close by. Great stars. Creek runs through road near sites good for getting water to filter or washing. Trailhead at end of road.

  • Amanda B.
    Aug. 21, 2025

    White Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road

    Fabulous Front Backcountry Camping

    8 huge, beautiful campsites in the heavily wooded Evans Notch section of The White Mountains National Forest. It's easy to forget there are other people camping on other sites because they're so far apart. It's wonderfully relaxing and quiet. The only thing I regret not bringing with me is a table to put my camp stove on.


Guide to Oquossoc

Dispersed camping opportunities near Oquossoc, Maine include remote sites on Cupsuptic Lake accessible by boat or hiking the Forest Legacy Trail. The region sits at approximately 1,500 feet elevation with summer temperatures averaging 75°F during the day and 55°F at night. Fall camping season brings brilliant foliage displays starting in mid-September, with most campgrounds closing by mid-October.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: Aziscoos Valley Camping Area provides access to the Magalloway River with "some of the best brook trout and landlocked salmon fishing nearby," according to camper Kevin W. The area requires special permits for fly fishing only.

Gold prospecting: At Coos Canyon Campground and Cabins, visitors can try their luck at panning for gold. "Rent a pan or sluice from the coos canyon rock and gem shop a 3 min walk from the office and pan for gold in the river right from the campground!" notes camper David B.

Wildlife viewing: Rangeley Lake State Park Campground offers excellent loon watching opportunities. Camper Darin S. described being "amazed by the concert of the Loons on the lake" during their stay.

Lake exploration: The waters around Stephen Phillips Memorial Preserve Wilderness provide excellent paddling. "You must canoe or kayak around the lake and explore the other smaller islands and areas," recommends Melissa G., who notes that "weather can change quickly out there. Gets windy. So be prepared."

What campers like

Seclusion factor: Remote sites at Stephen Phillips Memorial Preserve offer genuine isolation. According to a reviewer, "It's a rare treat to be in a location where sight and sound of others are absent. While a few sites might have a neighbor in view, most offer exceptional privacy."

Clean facilities: Campgrounds in the area maintain high standards. At Cathedral Pines Campground, campers appreciate the "clean showers, flush toilets, laundry, wifi in some locations" and note the facilities are "bright and clean."

Site spacing: Aziscoos Valley Camping Area provides well-distanced sites. One reviewer noted, "The camp sites are spaced far enough apart that we still felt that we were camping privately" despite being in an open area visible from the road.

Stargazing conditions: The region offers minimal light pollution. At Cupsuptic Lake Park & Campground, camper Kurt W. observed, "I've personally never seen so many stars as I did our on the lake in the evenings."

What you should know

Weather considerations: The Rangeley Lakes region experiences rapid weather shifts, particularly in fall. A camper at Eagle Cove reported, "We stayed here during a torrential downpour and it was tough to find a spot to pitch the tent that wasn't going to put us in a puddle."

Connectivity limits: Cell service varies widely. At Rangeley Lake State Park, camper Jamie D. notes there's "decent cell service with both AT&T and Verizon," but at Coos Canyon Campground and Cabins "there isnt any cell reception and wifi only works at the camp store."

Supply planning: Remote location requires advance provisioning. "Make sure you are well provisioned before arriving, there are no supplies nearby," advises a reviewer about Aziscoos Valley Camping Area.

Site conditions: Some dispersed sites need maintenance. At Eagle Cove, a camper described the picnic table as "a 'living picnic table.' It was not in great shape and was actively rotting."

Tips for camping with families

Beach access: Rangeley Lake State Park offers family-friendly water features. "Great place for families with smaller kids. Lots of fun to be had," reports Jon K., who appreciated the "lakeside area for picnics and swimming."

Activity options: Cathedral Pines Campground provides kid-friendly recreation. "They have a great water front, playground, and an area add (which we could only go to once we earned our $1 a day)," reminisces Aiden C. about his childhood trips there.

Wildlife education: Coos Canyon Campground organizes child-friendly activities. "Our family had a wonderful time here! Angel Falls was amazing, Coos Canyon is awesome, and the local views are stunning," shares camper Lacey, who also mentions a "fun little scavenger hunt for kids of all ages."

Swimming spots: Cathedral Pines offers safe swimming areas for children. One reviewer notes, "The beach is shallow, and perfect for young children" making it ideal for families with small kids learning to swim.

Tips from RVers

Hookup availability: Umbagog Lake State Park offers various site types. "It's also one of the few NH state parks that offers hookups (water & electric) if that matters to you," notes camper Jean C.

Site selection: Choose campsite location carefully based on your needs. At Umbagog Lake State Park, one RVer advises, "I'd avoid sites 48, 49, and 8 as they are very close to the rv dump station."

Site size considerations: At Cathedral Pines Campground, "Sites are very large and spacious. You are not on top of the next one," reports Ken B., making it suitable for larger RVs.

Utility placement: Check hookup locations before setting up. At Umbagog Lake State Park, Michelle N. found "the water and electric hookup were in a rather difficult spot to get to" in her 15-foot travel trailer.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get to Oquossoc Campground from Rangeley, Maine?

To reach Oquossoc from Rangeley, Maine, take Route 4 west for approximately 6 miles (about a 10-minute drive). The drive offers scenic views of the lakes and mountains of western Maine. For alternative camping options in this route, Rangeley Lake State Park Campground is accessible along the way, offering both drive-in and boat-in access. If you're looking for camping closer to Oquossoc, Cupsuptic Campgrounds can be reached by continuing past Oquossoc on Route 16 northwest toward the Cupsuptic Lake area. The roads in this region are well-maintained during summer months but may have seasonal closures or challenging conditions during winter.

What amenities does Oquossoc Campground offer?

Campgrounds in the Oquossoc area typically offer a range of amenities for visitors. Natanis Point Campground provides water availability and spacious sites right on the pond, ideal for a more off-grid experience near the Canadian border. For those seeking more facilities, Cathedral Pines Campground is nestled alongside beautiful Flagstaff Lake with sites running along the water. Most campgrounds in the region feature basic amenities like vault toilets, fire rings, and picnic tables. Some offer additional facilities such as shower houses, boat rentals, and camp stores. The amenities vary by campground, with some providing full hookups for RVs and others focusing on a more rustic wilderness experience.

What activities are available near Oquossoc Campground in Maine?

The Oquossoc region offers abundant outdoor activities for campers. Grafton Notch Campground is situated in an ideal location for accessing great hiking trails and natural sightseeing spots within minutes of the campground. Water activities are popular at Dead River Access on Long Falls Dam Road, where you can enjoy fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. The area is renowned for its fishing opportunities, particularly for brook trout and landlocked salmon. Hiking enthusiasts can explore numerous trails in the surrounding mountains, including paths near Sugarloaf. Wildlife viewing is exceptional, with opportunities to spot moose, deer, and various bird species. In winter, the region transforms for snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, and ice fishing adventures. Nearby small towns offer shopping, dining, and cultural attractions.