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Lakeside Pines Campground provides pet-friendly tent, RV, cabin, and glamping options on Long Lake near Otisfield. The campground features wooded sites with easy lake access, fire pits, and full hookups for campers. All sites include picnic tables, and the campground maintains clean bathroom facilities with showers and a laundry area. The lake offers excellent swimming opportunities with a designated beach area, though some waterfront sites have rocky shorelines making direct water access challenging. Most pets are welcome with standard leash policies, though owners should be prepared for limited privacy between sites as many lack natural barriers. The campground operates seasonally from Memorial Day through mid-September. The Dyrt includes reviews of campgrounds near Otisfield, Maine.
Several pet-friendly hiking trails surround the Otisfield area, with nearby White Mountain National Forest just 30 minutes away offering extensive dog-friendly recreation options. Colonial Mast Campground, located on Long Lake, welcomes pets year-round and offers water activities including swimming and boating with dogs. Poland Spring Campground provides a more woodsy experience on a small pond with kayak rentals available for paddling with pets. Campers report that even when campgrounds are full, they rarely feel crowded, allowing space for dogs to enjoy outdoor time comfortably. Most campgrounds enforce standard pet policies requiring leashes, proper waste disposal, and consideration of quiet hours to prevent excessive barking. Local veterinary services are available in nearby towns, and campground staff can typically provide recommendations for emergency pet care if needed.
"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"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."
"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"A big pool and also a lake to swim or rent a boat! Very family friendly (including dogs!) there is a store and playground and plenty of area to explore!"
"We had a great time at Poland Spring, the campground was nice, our site was reasonably spacious and very well located."
from $27 - $52 / night
Check Availability"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."
"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."
"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
Check Availability"This is a beautiful, family and pet friendly campground. Very well kept. The bathrooms and showers were always clean. Plenty of activities. There is a beautiful nature trail along the stream!"
"The atmosphere is always positive, the activities are well varied and everyone is encouraged to participate."
from $40 - $82 / night
Check Availability"Some of the campsites are near the water, most are now. There are some walk-up sites that we enjoyed---not too far from the car but far enough to give a bit more of a wilderness feel."
"The key draw to this place for me is Sebago lake, which connects to Long Lake, and is some of the best boating I've done."
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.
GuideAbsolutely beautiful! Clean, quiet, had a shaded site near the dog park which was awesome for us with our pups
ScoutWe recently stayed here in a cabin with our family of four plus dog. Our boys loved the playground, bounce pillow, heated pools and sandy beaches. We stayed during the week so it was very quiet. We have an older dog otherwise we would have checked out the dog park and dog beach (he doesn’t like to swim). This place checks all the boxes. We were just bummed out about the store hours and food shop not being open during our stay as we hoped to get lunch there but it’s fine. The site was clean and well kept. They have regular security driving around.
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!
Campgrounds near Otisfield offer diverse camping experiences around Maine's lakes region. The area sits at approximately 627 feet above sea level amid western Maine's forests and waterways. Summer temperatures typically reach 75-85°F during peak camping season, with cool evenings dropping to 50-60°F. Campgrounds in the area feature varied terrain from wooded sites to lakefront locations.
Kayaking on area lakes: Explore the crystal-clear waters at Poland Spring Campground, where "a beautiful pond" provides excellent paddling opportunities. According to Becky T., they offer "lots of kayaks for rent" making it easy to enjoy the water even without your own equipment.
Fishing opportunities: Sebago Lake State Park Campground has excellent fishing options. As Joshua B. notes, "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."
Wildlife observation: The lakes and ponds around Otisfield are home to diverse wildlife. At Poland Spring Campground, campers can experience "a beautiful, woodsy campground on a beautiful pond" where you might spot local wildlife. Jean C. mentions seeing "mature and immature bald eagles" while kayaking.
Hiking nearby trails: Numerous trails surround the Otisfield area. Gary G. notes that around Sebago Lake State Park, "The area surrounding the campground has great hiking, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and biking opportunities." These trails offer scenic views of the lakes and forests.
Clean water for swimming: Two Lakes Camping provides excellent swimming opportunities. Ryan M. appreciates the "dog beach" area specifically designated for pets and their owners to enjoy the water together.
Family activities: Papoose Pond Family Campground ranks highly for organized recreation. Amy W. shares they've "been camping as a large group here every year for 12 years. Perfect spot to relax and get away from everything. Great amount of amenities and privacy."
Quiet evenings: Despite being family-oriented, many campgrounds maintain peaceful evenings. Karen A. noted at Martin Stream Campground that "all the noise stopped exactly at ten and didn't start until eight am," showing respect for quiet hours even at busier campgrounds.
Spacious sites: Several campgrounds offer generous site dimensions. As Jo-Ann N. describes Papoose Pond: "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 across road much more spacious."
Seasonal popularity: Booking early is essential, especially for waterfront sites. At Lakeside Pines Campground, Bryan S. observes, "Even when the campground is full, it never really feels crowded."
Variable site privacy: Site seclusion differs significantly between and within campgrounds. Katie B. notes about Lakeside Pines that "The sites are a little small and do not have any trees between them to shield you from those next to you."
Dog friendly campgrounds near Otisfield: Most area campgrounds welcome pets but have specific rules. For example, Two Lakes Camping has a dedicated "dog beach" that Ryan M. mentions loving, showing the pet-friendly nature of campgrounds in this region.
Weather considerations: The area can experience heavy rain. Jess G. recounts at Sebago Lake State Park: "For a large portion of our stay it torrentially downpoured. The trees allowed us to canopy a tarp but our fire pit completely flooded and we had to bail it out when the rain finally stopped."
Beach access options: Evaluate swimming areas based on your children's ages. Kaileigh K. found Papoose Pond ideal for a "first camping experience for our 2 year old" with "large and private" sites and good distance between neighbors.
Kid-specific activities: Martin Stream Campground offers structured recreation for different age groups. One visitor described it as having "plenty of activities" including "live music and just plain social gatherings" that appeal to various family members.
Bathroom proximity: Consider facilities location when booking with young children. Jessica W. cautions about certain sites at Papoose Pond: "There aren't many [restrooms], hence why we stay on a site with our own, and some are extremely far away from campsites."
Rental options: For families flying in or with limited equipment, Dave M. notes that Martin Stream Campground offers "a one room cabin that was perfect for two who flew in without camping gear. Fridge, coffee pot, microwave and AC."
Narrow access roads: Several campgrounds have tight entrance roads. Katie B. warns about Lakeside Pines: "The road is tight so be prepared to drive close to trees."
Limited hookup availability: Colonial Mast Campground offers year-round camping with specific winterization adaptations. J B. reports, "We stayed at Colonial Mast Campground 10/31/2020 to 11/1/2020. The water was turned off at our site due to freezing temps. Sewer and electric were available."
Site leveling challenges: Many Otisfield area campgrounds have uneven terrain. Several reviewers mention dealing with muddy or sloped sites after rain. Rebecca L. observed at Sebago Lake State Park, "My site was large and fit my large tent but it was clear that it can get muddy based on the deep tire tracks left on the site by a previous camper."
Seasonal site options: For frequent visitors, seasonal sites provide convenience. At Martin Stream, one reviewer mentions their positive experience: "This is our third year as a 'Seasonal' at Martin Stream Campground and after camping at other campgrounds this is 'the place to be' for relaxation."
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