Looking to go glamping near Phillips and enjoy a rustic retreat into nature? Glamping near Phillips is especially popular among campers who enjoy beds and electricity. You're sure to find glamping for your Maine camping excursion.
Cathedral Pines Campground is nestled deep in the Maine woods just 26 miles from the Canadian border and, as the name would imply, is surrounded by forests of tall red pine. Campers can enjoy the numerous hiking trails, fishing in nearby Flagstaff Lake, or simply relaxing in a quintessentially Maine setting. Recreational opportunities include canoeing and kayaking, taking a dip in the campground's swimming pond, or playing volleyball or horseshoes. Sugarloaf Mountain Golf Course is also nearby.
$32 - $40 / night
$23 / night
Papoose Pond Campground is the favorite camping resort of thousands of families throughout New England. We’re located in the mountains of Western Maine on picture perfect, Papoose Pond. Our half-mile sandy beach, 30’X60′ heated swimming pool, 180 campsites and more than 55 rental cottages, cabins and trailers provide the facilities for the ideal vacation. We offer more than 100 planned activities and nightly entertainment each week during our mid-season. Rent one of our 50 Canoes, Kayaks, Paddleboats, Rowboats, or bring your own. Mini-Golf, Tennis, Bocce, Volleyball, Horseshoes, Basketball, Softball, Weekly Tournaments, 3 playgrounds and our Antique Carousel are only a few of the reasons the whole family will enjoy Maine’s Premiere Family Resort. Experience Papoose Pond by trying one of our popular Weekend Escapes in June or September. One price includes everything – accommodations, 5 great meals and the use of all our boats, mini-golf, a hayride and our carousel. It’s a great deal. Ask your friends or check us out online at www.papoosepondcamping.com Come visit Papoose Pond Campground and discover for yourself why more than 80% of our guests return year after year.
Get away to Maine's true vacationland!!! Beautiful camp site on a tranquil lake, there are endless possibilities for outdoor adventure and relaxation. Bring your Kayak and mountain bikes to explore the Maine wilderness. Remote yet close to Sunday River and Mount Abram. The tent site has solar energy to keep phones and devices topped off.
$125 / night
$15 - $25 / night
Legend
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
There are a number of nice campsites right on the lake, but even if you don’t have a waterfront site, there is a public boat launch. There is a dishwashing station, laundry facilities, showers, and bathrooms, all very clean. Perfect for fishing, hiking, and kayaking.
ScoutBeen camping here since I was a kid and will forever continue the tradition! So peaceful and beautiful
Guide
We had a few sites scattered over the campground for the weekend and had an overall...interesting time. We live relatively close and have been here a few times, each time has been mid.
Getting into your site with a camper requires maneuvering no matter how you come into the campground. We had a few sites higher up in the campground and had a tent site right on the water near the "boat ramp".
I try not to judge a campground based on the people around you because you literally cannot control that. The beach had flooded the weekend that we were there, leaving the only beach area available the spot...in our site. A HUGE group of people set up camp IN OUR SITE. It left a really bad imprint on the weekend and I won't be returning.
The campground itself is average, wooded sites with a camp store, field area, small beach and basic amenities.
Guide
We have stayed here several times and love it here!
The sites are beautiful, well spaced and well taken care of. The only "downside" is if you have a longer camper there are tight corners you need to be aware of in the camp roads. If you're good at maneuvering you're good to go.
On our last trip we rented double kayaks and paddled over to Brickyard Hollow for pizza and beers.
LegendWhile this is close to the road, there is a good buffer of vegetation between the road and the campsites. I've camped here multiple times and never hear the road. Most sites are right on the Androscoggin River and the serenity is priceless. There are many grassy tent sites that can also accommodate small campers, like pop ups. There are a few lean-tos (2) and a few sites with wooden platforms.
The gentleman working the office was super kind and helpful. There was good signage indicating how to proceed for various needs in his absence, including how to purchase firewood and checking in/out. There is recycling available near most sites next to the various pit toilets. At this time, there are no showers or flush toilets but according to park staff, a facility for these items will be built in the near future.
Most sites are grassy but a few are hard packed dirt and a few had newly dispersed wood chips. Bathrooms were clean, water spigots are readily available as well. Sites are well maintained and some are closer together than others. Many have direct access to the river. There's really not a bad site.
Scout
We booked a no-hookup site by the river for a week long stay with our travel trailer. The grounds were extremely well kept and the showers and main restrooms were the cleanest I have seen. Our site was in an open grassy area that was visible from the road with great views of the river. Though the site was open, the camp sites are spaced far enough apart that we still felt that we were camping privately. The river is clean with a solid though slightly rocky bottom and a moderate current that is suited for wading if that is your thing and excellent for tubing. Fly fishing only is permitted is you obtain the permit. ATT and Verizon both provided cell phone service at our site but data service was not useful on either. The campground does have drinking water and a dump station on site as well as sites with power hookups. Firewood was available for the going rate and each site had a firepit and grate which we found to be very clean and well kept. The host was very friendly and accommodating to us and was able to drop us off upriver so we could drift downstream to our campsite on our tubes. Overall this campground provided an amazing experience that we would not hesitate to repeat.
Legend
Jake from the Dyrt here! The Loon's Nest is the perfect setting to enjoy the best of Maine, sitting along the lake with several mountains nearby. Your hosts are also experienced with hosting guests and are excited to provide a great experience! Check them out and please share some photos of your time at the Loon's Nest!
Traveler
We had an amazing first camping experience for our 2 year old here! The campsite was large and private with good distance between the next sites. We were on the pool/rec hall side and it definitely seemed less condensed over there than the pond side.
ScoutGreat Campground
ScoutSpent three nights at Mollidgewock State Park recently. Absolutely beautiful positioning next to a river. Clean sites - many covered in grass with wildflowers which were stunning. Ours had gravel which I ended up being pleased about after finding a tick crawling on our tent. The owner/manager was extremely friendly and helpful. The pit toilet was very clean, well-ventilated, and stocked with toilet paper and hand sanitizer. The main bummer was the proximity to a road -- the road noise was pretty significant (you could also hear ATVs behind the road). I think it would have been less noisy further in the campground (higher-numbered sites) where the river noises were louder. I would definitely recommend a campsite further in (avoid sites #1-5 ish that are directly next to the road - car lights will shine in your tent at night as cars drive in). This wasn't a huge deal, but the sites further down were more private and further from the driveway.
Errol does not have much in the way of grocery stores and there are apparently two restaurants but we didn't check those out. Excellent outdoor gear/supply store!
They rent kayaks/canoes on the property which was fun (saw a bald eagle). Awesome hikes nearby - we did Dunn Falls in Maine.
Overall, great campground but would probably choose a different site next time as I prefer a more private set up.
GuideDon’t peal the bark! The cathedral pines are stunning to behold and I appreciate that the campground staff discourage visitors from messing with the trees. For such a large campground it’s surprisingly peaceful, there is just enough space between sites but they are not private.
ScoutI have been going to Papoose Pond each summer since I was little. Now taking our young kids. Great family friendly campground.
RangerThis campground was small and quiet with majority of sites for tents only. The river was super calm so we were able to take our paddle board out and explore the waters. They have a small camp store and vault toilets but they were pretty clean. Overall a great campground in the northern area of NH! We stayed at site 18 which was next to a large field with tent sites on the river. Luckily no one was camping around us this weekend and it felt like we had the place to ourselves
ScoutVery friendly and helpful staff. Lots of different site types
LegendI tent camped at site 6 for two nights in early September for a trail volunteer event for the Cohos Trail I and had an awesome stay.
For facilities, there is a camp office (though hours were not consistent), basic camp store, coin op showers, coin op laundry, a big dish cleaning station, and clean bathrooms.
For activities, this site is awesome for fly fishing folks since it’s a short walk from one of the best spots in NH.
I saw lots of folks kayaking and canoeing and there’s a public boat ramp a short walk from the campground. There was a sign for rentals but I didn’t see any available. This may be for earlier in the season.
The sites vary in terms of privacy. The lakefront sites were spectacular but you are close to your neighbors. I was in site 6, in one of the small loops off the waterfront drive. These spots were close together but were separated by some brush to make them feel more secluded. The tent sites in the outer loops looked to offer more privacy.
This campsite was full the weekend I was there and very lively during the day but very quiet and peaceful in the evening.
Lake Francis is way up in NH so this does feel remote. The main activities are hiking, fishing (both fly and from the boat), and I saw a host of folks ATVing.
I would definitely come back on account of the great fishing and peacefulness at night.
Traveler
Was not aware of how small the actual campgrounds was I believe like 5 tent sites. Not much to do everything was far. it was pretty cold so we couldn’t enjoy the pond . On the other hand clean site pretty sight we just sat at the campground & decent bathroom but Personally I found the smell of the water and shower/sink drain pipe unpleasant very overwhelming. The staff were nice enough tho. Was not aware that they did have kayaks to rent until late the day before check out so that was a bummer for me
Scout
Nice campground. Super friendly people. Very busy campground, but everyone is very respectful. Great place for kids and families. Our site was right on the lake. Places to grill and dock your boat. Bathrooms and showers very clean. There’s also a very nice pavilion if it’s rainy. Only thing was a tad frustrating was the amount of dogs who barked all day at everything. Overall a great place to camp with the family
GuideI went here once with my family. Sure cute beach area and loved that we could do ceramics. They had a wild west party and we got to dance and have a campfire in a huge field. It was cute!
Guide
Really cute campground. Its perfect if you have a motor boat, pontoon, jetskii, or even a kayak! I wouldn't suggest learned to paddle board on the lake but its still a great spot for experienced paddleboarders. There were activities and a great camp store. My family is considering a seasonal here!
GuideMy dad grew up going here and so did I. My siblings and I all learned to ride our bikes here. My nieces and nephews are now doing the same. Its where I learned to love nature. I became addicted to kayaking here and am now a wildlife ecologist!!! Its the PERFECT family campground. Kayak, canoe, SUP rentals, a carousel, pool, lake, hike, and sooooo many activities. I've stayed in tents, half moons (kitchen and bathroom but sleep in tent), cabins, RV sites....I LOVE this place so much. Its my childhood
Traveler
Driving in there was construction trucks. Couldn't find the site or anyone to ask. Finally found someone to ask . It was a walking trail in. Maybe good for some . Definitely not for someone with a walking disability.
TravelerEveryone is looking for something different when they camp. But I still don't understand the love for this place. The campsites are on top of each other. I am listening to the teens swear at each other on one side and the people on the other side are watching a show that I can follow along with them. This is a one night stop over for me, thank goodness. The lake is a nice lake. There are lots of nice lakes to camp around that don't require driving to the border of Canada. If you require 30 amp service for your "CAMPING" while you leave your outdoor lights on so the rest of us can "appreciate" not being able to see the sky, well, I am super sorry that the hookups are not to your liking. As my husband says, 'why would you drive hours to sit closer to strangers than you do at home?' I think I have a pair of earplugs in my bag, thankfully. If you like to fish or ATV, I guess this it the spot. Facilities are very nice. I guess people like to do laundry while they camp? For a week? Who does laundry more than once a week?
TravelerSunday what a quiet day. Relaxing no one around unless at the opposite end of the campground . Listening to the crow in the back of me in the woods. I believe he's sick or something. Can't see him tho...
TravelerVery welcoming by Robert. This is our 3rd time this year and will continue to come. The pit toilette is usually very clean. Sites and grounds well taken care of . Our site is surrounded by trees. It surely feels at home
TravelerWe stayed at Mollidgewock State Park in June 2022 at site 023. Pros: The views of the Androscoggin River are breathtaking from this site and most riverfront sites in the park. We kayaked on the river, made friends with our campsite neighbors, and explored the town of Errol and beyond. It was very affordable and private. Cons: The pit toilets were very full (too full), it was very buggy, and there were no showers. We also did not have cell reception on Sprint network.
TravelerStaff was very pleasant. Facilities were very clean and organized. Campsites were spacious and distance between each.
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