Top Tent Camping near Peru, ME

Are you planning a tent camping trip to Peru? We've got you covered. You can find tent campsites by type, including drive-in, walk-in, and even hike-in for a backpacking adventure. You're sure to find the perfect campsite for your Maine tent camping excursion.

Best Tent Sites Near Peru, ME (39)

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Recent Tent Reviews In Peru

618 Reviews of 39 Peru Campgrounds


  • Kt The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from White Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road
    Oct. 28, 2024

    White Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road

    Little larry!! Amazingly peaceful spot.

    Have stayed at all upper sites. Beautiful serene and quiet. Site 4 and 5 get some cell service. Upper two top sites beware of bears especially the right side site. Game trail heaven. Amazing little larry brook. Great flat sites except top two. Highly recommend

  • Kt The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Town Hall Road Dispersed
    Oct. 28, 2024

    Town Hall Road Dispersed

    Great spot. Watch put for officer rowe!!!

    Great spot w an exception of local officer Rowe. Comes to site unannounced or invited then fabricates the visit.

    Other than that it's wonderful. Some really amazing river sites. Moose pond at top left fork has reception as well as lower gate.

  • HThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Moose Brook State Park
    Oct. 14, 2024

    Moose Brook State Park

    Wonderful campground near Mt Washington

    Loved this campground! Quiet and pretty private spots - outer loop a bit more. Great facilities w wash sink - nice camp store and not at all too close to town! 20 min drive to Mt Washington (be sure to check weather as we had rain at the campground which was ice on the mtn so we couldn’t go to top/they stopped us halfway.)

  • Kevin H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from White Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road
    Oct. 7, 2024

    White Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road

    Adorable private spots

    We pulled in around 7:30 pm on a Sunday night and there were plenty of open spots. We took a huge one. Found a fairly flat area and stayed for the night.

    Just enough t-mobile / starlink signal to watch streaming and message, but wouldn't be enough for remote work so we went to the White Mountain National Forest Picnic area off the main road about 5 minutes away and had great signal

  • Dominique F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hogan Road Pulloff near Appalachian Trail
    Sep. 30, 2024

    Hogan Road Pulloff near Appalachian Trail

    Easy access. Somewhat secluded.

    About 1km (.6 miles) of gravel road, easy enough for a big road bike, but don’t go any further as it gets rough. Plenty of trees to hang your hammock. Enough space to put up to 3-5 tents. No fire allowed. Would be really quiet if not for the road across the lake. I saw one truck in the evening and one in the morning.

  • Meghan B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Rangeley Lake State Park
    Sep. 12, 2024

    Rangeley Lake State Park

    Rangeley Lake State Park Campground

    The each campsite is nice and private--I was lucky enough to get a site on the lake for my stay! The shower houses/restrooms are amazing--one big open room with a large shower, toilet, sink, bench, and towel rack. The only downside is you have to press the button for the shower to run, and it's only a few seconds each push, so you're constantly pressing a button as you're mid scrubbing. But hey--after a long day of hiking or swimming, that's no big deal!

  • Meghan B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Mount Blue State Park
    Sep. 11, 2024

    Mount Blue State Park

    Mount Blue State Park Campground

    The campground was nice and quiet during our stay, but the pit toilets near our campsite were quite rough--super smelly and an endless amount of flies flying out of the toilet.

  • Meghan B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Stony Brook Recreation and Campground
    Sep. 10, 2024

    Stony Brook Recreation and Campground

    Pleasant stay at Stony Brook

    The staff was very nice and helpful during our stay. There are a variety of sites to choose from and a bunch of things to do around the campground. The campground store also had a good supply of items, too. It sounds like the new owners are making improvements around the campground, so I'm excited to see how it comes along if I'm in the area again in the future!

  • Meghan B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cold River
    Sep. 9, 2024

    Cold River

    Short and sweet

    Stayed for a night while passing through the area. Lots of space between sites and very clean facilities. Would stay again.

  • Cailey T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Stealth Site
    Sep. 4, 2024

    Stealth Site

    Off the main road, a few spots

    Tiny turn off with spots for a few cars and a few tents. No amenities. Riverbank access

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Wolfe's Neck Oceanfront Campground
    Aug. 31, 2024

    Wolfe's Neck Oceanfront Campground

    Agritourisum at it best

    Stayed 5 nights with family on the next sight, great place for kids with lots of variety, animals and low traffic back roads for bike riding. Reserve early if you want hookups.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Town Hall Road Dispersed
    Aug. 16, 2024

    Town Hall Road Dispersed

    Good 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. Many of the sites are right on the side of the road. 

    We went to the end of Town Hall Road and camped at the last site before you leave the WMNF. It was a very spacious site, set back from the road, a little bumpy getting into it.

  • Mitchell C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Moose Brook State Park
    Aug. 12, 2024

    Moose Brook State Park

    P01-P-09 get you closest to the ponds

    We stayed two nights at P-08 and loved both times. The side we stayed at is more for larger campers and is much quieter than the larger side. Paid showers, that’s a bummer, but we make do. Nice camp store, great access to rivers for fishing. Pulled an 8” brook trout out of a 10’ wide stream onsite. Awesome experience

  • Dana M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Moose Brook State Park
    Aug. 10, 2024

    Moose Brook State Park

    Great Campground !

    We booked 2 nights and stayed for 3! Nice small campground with very clean bathrooms and showers! Staff was friendly and mountain biking trails were good and easy to get too.

  • Dana M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Moose Brook State Park
    Aug. 7, 2024

    Moose Brook State Park

    Very Nice Campground

    We did not have reservations so our pick of sites was limited. There are several styles of sites here from tucked in/private to open areas and not so private sites. Bathrooms were clean and there is a nice wash station to do dishes. Campground is well maintained. We came for easy access to mountain biking trails!

  • Megan P.
    Camper-submitted photo from River Run Campground
    Jul. 31, 2024

    River Run Campground

    Terrible

    I am not one to give a Terrible review. However I booked two kayaks and upon arrival at 9am they said it was a first come first serve ordeal. I was not camping there but rented kayaks. They then charged me the rest of the fee then said well there are actually 2 groups ahead of you. Well wait I thought it was first come first serve but now after they take my money they said there were 2 groups ahead and it would be a 1 and half hour wait. At that point I had gone to another place up the rd and called and canceled within 20 minutes I told them to keep my deposit but to re- fund me the charge of the rentals. They wouldn't. I will never recommend or ever use them again. They definitely choose favorites and I am extremely disappointed with them.

  • Laurel P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hogan Road Pulloff near Appalachian Trail
    Jul. 28, 2024

    Hogan Road Pulloff near Appalachian Trail

    Quick Saturday Night with my pup

    amazing lil spot, a pull off the wild rocky road. very private. right next to a serene view of the lake. very mild highway traffic sounds in the distance. there was another spot at the posted coordinates for this area but someone got to it before me last night. no fires allowed here. only saw one biker and one truck full of local boys pass by in the last 16 hrs

  • c
    Camper-submitted photo from White Birches Camping Park
    Jul. 15, 2024

    White Birches Camping Park

    Nice stay

    We went to this campground for the ATV event, and were pleasantly surprised. Our campsite was up in the “back” over looking the mountain. It was great. Quiet and good location.

  • Patrick W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Beach Camping Area
    Jul. 13, 2024

    Beach Camping Area

    Muddy, Crowded Mess

    Muddy, messy campground. Feels crowded with lots of people here for the summer tubing. Poison Ivy all around the water hookup. If you stay, make sure it's for the river.

  • Josie W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Town Hall Road Dispersed
    Jul. 8, 2024

    Town Hall Road Dispersed

    Great location!

    We loved this spot. 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. Sites were also a good distance from each other so it felt pretty private. We stayed two nights and at two different sites; enjoyed both. Would love to return here in the future.

  • Miccal  M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Mollidgewock State Park
    Jul. 8, 2024

    Mollidgewock State Park

    A Hidden Gem with hidden spots

    Here I am, going to ruin it... no, really pretend you didn't read this... The main campground is nice, it has some great group spots, and some close sites, even a few semiprivate ones. After all it is a campground build on an old section on RTE 16.  The campground as others have mentioned is right on the river, and a wonderful river it is.

    This is primitive camping, no water, no electrical, but it does have pit toilets and boat rentals and a day use area.

    The hidden spots though are totally private and not at the main site but else ware on rte. 16, the ranger told me about them.  They are amazing (I didn't say that)

    Access is easy for any vehicle, minimal cell coverage.

    They are currently doing a dig and finding some amazing artifacts!



Guide to Peru

Camping near Peru, Maine, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and family-friendly activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the scenic trails around the area. Campers at Dry River — Crawford Notch State Park rave about the location, saying, "Great Basecamp for lots of hikes in the area."
  • Kayaking: Rent a kayak and paddle around the lakes. Visitors at Wolfe's Neck Oceanfront Campground enjoyed the water access, noting, "West Bay has a playground, a great shower house, water access, and kayak rentals."
  • Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for local wildlife. One camper at Umbagog Lake State Park Campground shared, "As we got about a mile from the campground we had a moose walk out in the street in front of us."

What campers like:

  • Beautiful Views: Many campers appreciate the stunning scenery. A visitor at Cathedral Pines Campground said, "The sites are beautiful, well spaced and well taken care of."
  • Clean Facilities: Clean bathrooms and showers are a big plus. Campers at Moose Brook State Park Campground mentioned, "Nice small campground with very clean bathrooms and showers!"
  • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Campgrounds like Sebago Lake State Park Campground are great for families. One reviewer noted, "This is a nice park for families. The lake is clean and nice, the campsites are nice and flat and clean."

What you should know:

  • Tight Campsites: Some campgrounds have close quarters. A camper at Winslow Park And Campground mentioned, "The sites are small- similar to what you would find in an RV park."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. A visitor at Crawford Notch Campground warned, "There is literally no one in charge on site at any time and there is no maintenance."
  • Wildlife Caution: Be aware of wildlife, especially at night. One camper at Wolfe's Neck Oceanfront Campground cautioned, "Beware of skunks at night."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with playgrounds and activities. Campers at Moose Brook State Park Campground enjoyed the "mountain biking trails that were good and easy to get to."
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to have a list of activities. A family at White Lake State Park Campground appreciated the "beautiful lake and beach area."
  • Pack for Comfort: Bring extra supplies for kids. One camper at Dolly Copp Campground noted, "The scenery is spectacular, the river is beautiful."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A visitor at Moose Brook State Park Campground mentioned, "Not great for larger RV or trailers but we found accommodation for our 27 footer."
  • Be Prepared for Limited Hookups: Some campgrounds don’t have electric hookups. A camper at Crawford Notch Campground said, "This is a no electric hookup and no dump station park."
  • Use a Spotter for Tight Spaces: Maneuvering can be tricky. A camper at Cathedral Pines Campground advised, "If you're good at maneuvering you're good to go."

Camping near Peru, Maine, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Peru, ME is Town Hall Road Dispersed with a 4.5-star rating from 19 reviews.

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