Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Pittsfield, ME

Sebasticook Lake Campground permits pets at all 91 sites with direct water access for dogs along the rocky shoreline. Campers can bring multiple dogs with proper leash control at most campgrounds near Pittsfield, including Fogg Brook Resort and Skowhegan Kennebec Valley KOA. Two Rivers Campground offers pet-friendly cabins alongside tent and RV sites, maintaining spotless restrooms and laundry facilities cleaned daily. The campground's riverfront location provides excellent swimming opportunities for dogs with free canoe and kayak use during reserved two-hour time slots. Most campgrounds enforce standard leash requirements, typically 4-6 feet, though some properties like Howling Goat Farm and Grange offer more relaxed policies for well-behaved pets.

Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Yonder Hill features designated pet waste stations throughout the grounds, making cleanup convenient during the May to October camping season. The Hawnets Nest allows pets at their primitive tent and cabin sites with drinking water and trash facilities available. Trails surrounding Pittsfield campgrounds provide excellent dog walking opportunities with minimal wildlife concerns compared to more remote Maine locations. Campers report the staff and seasonal residents at Pumpkin Patch RV Resort are particularly welcoming to pets, with a small fenced dog park where dogs can play off-leash. Most campgrounds in the area maintain quiet hours that help manage barking, though specific pet noise policies vary by location. Veterinary services are available in nearby Skowhegan and Newport for emergency situations during your camping trip.

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Pittsfield, ME

297 Reviews of 76 Pittsfield Campgrounds


  • Becca H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 16, 2022

    Pumpkin Patch RV Resort

    Clean and Quiet with Friendly People!

    Stayed Here for one night after picking up a new travel trailer nearby. The staff and campers were all very friendly and welcoming. Much of the population consists of seasonal campers with huge RVs and Motor Homes. It’s very adult oriented, super quiet, and super clean. There are nice little walking trails and a small fenced in dog park where dogs can play. Would definitely stay here again if in the area!

  • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 18, 2017

    Moorings Campground

    Love the Ocean Access and Views

    Overall, this is a great little private RV park with awesome views (from some sites) and great access to the ocean. The park is conveniently located just a few miles from downtown Belfast (a sweet little Maine town) which offers plenty to do and see. Plus, you are just five miles from the cute town of Searsport which houses the wonderful Penobscot Marine Museum and two miles from Moose Point State Park with hiking trails, picnic areas, and more gorgeous views.

    The park offers a variety of sites (44 total) depending on if you want oceanfront, ocean view, or a pull-thru. All sites have electric (50 or 30 amp), water, cable and wifi. The five pull-thru sites also include sewer. A mobile sewer pump-out service is available for guests staying one week or longer and there is a dump station. Roads and sites are gravel with grass patios and level. All sites have a fire ring and picnic table. Our Verizon 4G phone and Hotspot worked great but we mostly used the free wifi which worked very well.

    Park amenities include private ocean access, horseshoes, playground, laundry, showers/bathrooms, free coffee in the morning, free weekend papers delivered to your site, free donuts on Sunday mornings, and a restaurant on-site. The park organizes a lot of group activities including pot lucks, lobster shore dinners, and free wine and beer during Friday Happy Hours. The laundry has two wash machines/dryers and was clean and tidy.

    The Moorings is in a great location. It is just a few miles from downtown Belfast where you will find restaurants, a brewery, boutiques, a movie theater, art galleries, historic museums/sites, and plenty of water-related activities. Grocery stores and fuel stations are within a few miles of the RV Park. Just a mere 20 miles away is the popular coastal town of Camden.   

    What we liked about this park is the town of Belfast and how close the RV park is to downtown. Also, the parks small size and friendly people make this an enjoyable place to stay. We like the fact that they had social activities (like free happy hour and donuts) that bring people together. The ocean access in this park is great! A short set of stairs takes you down to the water which is great for exploring, launching kayaks, and letting the dog run/swim when the tide is out. 

    The biggest downside for us was the price and lack of sewer and 50 amp at some sites. Our site was $66/night for a FHU (50 amp) pull-thru on the hill in the front of the park without much in the way of a water view. Premier oceanfront sites (with no sewer and 30 amps) are $72/night during high season. That being said, there are not too many options for campgrounds in the Belfast area and we really did like staying here. 

    From a dog owners perspective this park gets mixed reviews. The rules ask that dogs be on a 4’ or less lease, you may only have two pets (unless you get prior approval), they must do their business in one small area and are not allowed on most grassy areas throughout the park. We make a consorted effort not too let our dog pee or poop in others yards but we don’t always have control over where that happens. We did like the fact that you could take them down to the ocean to play in the water and on the beach when the tide was out. Within two miles of the RV park is Moose Point State Park with a few miles of hiking trails, picnic area and water access (a daily use fee is charged). Downtown Belfast does have a fenced off-leash 1.4 – acre dog park with water for dogs and benches for owners.

  • Sandie N.
    Jul. 21, 2021

    Peaks-Kenny State Park

    Bee Aware

    I don’t have many complaints about this campground. There was a slight bee problem during our stay, but that’s to be expected. Most of the bathrooms in the park were closed down except for one, which our site (29) was next to. They have running hot water showers, a large basin sink outside to wash dishes, and flush toilets. The beach isn’t a far walk away, if you wanted to go on a small hike. Pets are allowed at the campground, but not on the beach. There’s also plenty of trails to explore.

    If you need firewood, there’s a store on the way to the park that sells some as well as a shaws and a tractor supply in town that sells it as well. The parks fire wood burns too quickly.

    Overall, would recommend

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 20, 2021

    Searsport Shores Ocean Campground

    Small RV park

    Well maintained. Pet friendly BUT must be in leak at all times. Cannot be left alone in RV or vehicle. No sewer. Friendly atmosphere

  • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 11, 2022

    Moose Creek RV Resort

    Truely a 5-Star RV Resort

    We love everything about this campground and were glad we booked for the whole month of September! The campground opened in May 2022 and is just what the Greenville area of Maine needed– a nice, large campground which is big-rig-friendly, nice amenities, and close to downtown. Everything about this park is very well-done from the layout to the landscaping to the fancy fire pits. 

    The owners are super friendly and take great pride in how the campground looks. Moose Creek has just over 100 sites and they are expanding in 2023 to include more RV/tent sites, cabins, and a rental house. The place really deserves the title of “resort” with amenities like a large 25 x 90’ heated swimming pool, 3.5-acre stocked fishing pond with kayaks/paddleboats/canoes, large spacious sites, restaurant and bar with live music on the weekends, nice camp store with clothes, gifts, food and RV supplies, dog park, volleyball/basketball courts, and a playground. 

    All campsites and roads are gravel with a mix of pull-thrus and back-ins. All sites have a nice picnic table, large gravel patio and well-placed water/sewer/electric hook-up. There is no cable but many sites have a clear view to the sky so you can pick up satellite or over-the-air channels. The only critism we have is that a handful of sites are sloped and we would not be able to get our 45’ motorhome level, luckily our site (#10) was perfectly level. Our favorite sites are 10 and 17–26 which are back-ins with privacy behind you and nice separation between sites. 

    The pavilion and café are the hub of activities and a great place to grab a bite after a long day hiking. The food they offer is not what you would typically find in a campground and much more creative like a smoked trout plate, charcuterie, roasted mesquite Brussel sprouts, and slow roasted pork pile nachos. They also have a full bar and great beer list. In addition to bar seating and plenty of indoor tables there is lots of outdoor seating and propane firepits with comfortable chairs. There is live music on the weekends which draws a great crowd and all the bands played a nice mix of music that seemed to please everyone. 

    Prices during the summer season are$55 (for a standard site) and$60 for premium– which is a great price in this region of the country and for a nice campsite with lots of amenities. Monthly discounts are available which drastically reduce the price. Campsites are designed for RV’s but you are permitted to put a tent on any site. All the facilities were super clean and the grounds were very well-maintained. The bathhouse (which was spotless) has six individual rooms with toilets and shower and two are ADA accessible. There is on-site laundry with three washers and three dryers costing $2.00/load. 

    One of the great aspects of this park is that they put the pavilion and pool in the front of the campground so the noisy aspects are not smack in the middle of the campground and you don’t have to listen to “Marco Polo” all afternoon at your campsite. Since campsites are located in the back portion of the property, you don’t have any road noise. Another great thing is that the dumpsters and recycling is located at the exit gate so there is no stink and crashing sounds of garbage trucks at 8 am. While the surrounding area is popular for ATVing, they do not permit them in the park which cuts down on noise and dust (there is overflow parking for those units across the street). 

    Greenville, Maine is one of our favorite towns. The hiking is great, there are tons of places to paddle and fish, and the fall foliage is spectacular. Downtown is a fun mix of outdoor stores, lakeside restaurants, a couple of museums, and a scenic tour boat that travels up and down Moosehead Lake. In early September, Greenville hosts the International Seaplane Fly-in where planes from all over descend on the lake participating in competitions.

  • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 1, 2021

    Camden Hills RV Resort

    O.k. park, great area.

    This campground is so-so but the Camden area of Maine is really pretty with a beautiful harbor, lots of paddling opportunities, and good hiking. This campground is fairly small with a few amenities like a swimming pool, clubhouse, volleyball and basketball courts. The pool is pretty small with some chairs scattered about and tables and umbrellas. The roads are gravel with potholes and campsites are grassy or dirt depending on if you are under a tree or a previous campers patio mat killed the grass. Lots of tall pine trees provide shade but also make it a little difficult to navigate the roads. We had to go pretty slow to avoid hitting tree branches. Parking under the pines also meant a lot of sap on our roof which was a bear to remove. 

    There are lots of seasonal campers and their sites were pretty tidy. There are a variety of sites from those with no hook-ups to 50 amp full hook-ups and the prices are pretty reasonable for New England, especially in a very popular tourist town. Our site was shady and a pull-thru. Luckily our site was level but some are not very level and would have been a problem for us. It appears the new owners are really trying to upgrade the park and make improvements to roads and sites. Most of the patios are a mix of dirt and grass. There is a$5 pet fee, but it is per pet/stay and not a daily cost. 

    Wifi was a service you had to pay for which is almost unheard of in todays campgrounds. Most campgrounds offer free wifi (albeit, with varying degrees of usability) but this one only offered the wifi for a fee. We decided not to shell out the money but since we did not get a strong Verizon signal, internet access was pretty much non-existent. The other problem was that we did not get any over-the-air television channels and they did not have cable. Satellite reception was also a problem because of the trees. It is best to have a portable unit but even then, it could be difficult to get reception. 

    This park is in a great location to Camden and nearby towns. We loved taking the ferry to Vinalhaven Island for the day and picking up prepared food at the Market Basket and eating it along the Rockland Harbor waterfront watching the boats come and go. There is great hiking and beautiful views at the nearby Camden Hills State Park.

  • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 3, 2021

    Moorings Oceanfront RV Resort

    Great Waterfront Location!

    This is a great little private RV park with awesome views (from some sites) and great access to the ocean. The park is conveniently located just a few miles from downtown Belfast which offers plenty to do and see and is one of our favorite coastal Maine towns.  We love shopping at the Co-op, eating pizza at Meanwhile in Belfast, lobster at Young's Lobster Pound, and lunch at Chase's Daily.  Plus, you are just five miles from the cute town of Searsport which houses the wonderful Penobscot Marine Museum and two miles from Moose Point State Park with hiking trails and gorgeous views. 

    The park is small but offers a variety of sites depending on if you want oceanfront, oceanview, or a pull-thru.  There is no tenting allowed!  All sites have electric (50 or 30 amp), water, cable and wifi. The park recently added sewer to all sites and a dump station is onsite. The roads and camp sites are gravel with grass patios. Sites are level. All sites have a fire ring and picnic table. Our Verizon 4G phone and Hotspot worked great but we mostly used their free wifi which worked very well.

    Park amenities include private ocean access, horseshoes, playground, laundry, showers/bathrooms, free coffee in the morning, free weekend papers delivered to your site, free donuts on Sunday mornings, and a restaurant on-site. The park organizes a lot of group activities including pot lucks, lobster shore dinners, BBQ feast, and cold beverages offered during Friday Happy Hours. The office/store has a great book exchange and an assortment of RV/souvenir items for sale. The laundry has two wash machines/dryers and was clean and tidy.

    The parks small size and friendly people make this an enjoyable place to stay. We like the fact that they had social activities (like free happy hour and donuts) that bring people together. The ocean access is great! A short set of stairs takes you down to the water which is great for exploring, launching kayaks, and letting the dog run/swim when the tide is out. The biggest downside for us was the price which was $94/night for a FHU (50 amp) pull-thru on the hill in the front of the park without much in the way of a water view. Premier oceanfront sites are $110/night during high season. Park rules say that you may only have two pets (unless you get prior approval), they must do their business in one small area and are not allowed on most grassy areas throughout the park. We make a consorted effort not to let our dog pee or poop in others yards but we don’t always have control over where she goes and found this park very restrictive.

  • Brianna M.
    Jun. 2, 2018

    Deer Farm Camps & Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED

    Great little get away

    If your looking for a great little get away where you can get unplugged from society, then this is the place for you. Has a great place to go four wheeling. A place to enjoy the lake and all the fun activities that go along with it. As well as a bathroom facility for showering and all your tolitere needs. The kids can also enjoy the playground, and the various activities they provide. And you may even be visited by the campgrounds own family cat. This place is not only a great place to go tenting, but can also be a place where you can hook up your camper. This beautiful place sits in the woods off the maine road. It gives you the real feel of being out in the woods. It is a very secluded place.

  • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 31, 2022

    Little Moose Pond Campsite

    Beautiful, secluded primitive campground

    Just outside of Greenville is the Little Moose Pond Public Lands. This campsite is one of five primitive campsites located in the tract. The easiest and quickest way to access the campsite is from the Little Moose Ponds Loop Trailhead on Old Squaw Road. From the Loop Trailhead, the campsite is just about a mile walk. The trail is well-marked, just follow the signs and the orange blazes until you see the sign for Little Moose Pond campsite which is just off the main trail. 

    The campsite is tucked in the woods so you get some shade and privacy. Since you are right on the water, there are great views of the pond and surrounding woodlands. The site is on the north side of the pond so the morning sunshine greets you and the sunset lights up the southern hillside in the evening. Picnic table, fire pit, and a makeshift toile are provided. The toilet is essentially a toilet seat on a wooden box so there is no privacy but it is tucked away from the trail and campsite enough that it can’t be seen. You will need to call 207-695-3721 to see about obtaining a burn permit before starting a fire. The only water source is from the pond but there is a rake in case embers land outside the fire pit. A couple of canoes are stashed at the campsite and we were not sure who owns them but one was unlocked and there were two paddles propped against a tree. 

    The campsite (and access to the Public Lands) are free and you can stay at the campsite up to 14 days. There is no trash receptacle so you must carry all your trash out with you. The campsite is first-come, first-served. If it is occupied, you can trace back about half a mile to the Big Moose Campsite and see if that is available


Guide to Pittsfield

Camping sites near Pittsfield, Maine offer affordable options in Maine's central lakes region. Located in Somerset County with elevations between 200-400 feet, the area experiences warm summer days and cool nights with average July temperatures of 80°F during the day and 55°F at night. Most campgrounds in this region are situated near lakes and rivers with sandy or rocky shores.

What to do

Canoe and kayak rentals: Two Rivers Campground provides complimentary canoes and kayaks for registered guests. "They offer free use of their canoes/kayaks/peddle boats. You reserve a 2-hour time slot, and they provide you with the paddles and life jackets," notes camper Nancy W.

Local brewery visit: Just outside Skowhegan, campers can visit Bigelow Brewery for craft beer tasting. "There are a few nature preserves in the area that offer hiking if you are looking for a nice short walk in the woods," adds a reviewer who explored beyond the campground.

Fishing opportunities: Multiple campgrounds provide shoreline fishing access at no additional cost. "At 6:45am I saw two bald eagles patrolling the Kennebec," writes LoneCamper C. after spending time at a riverside tent site, highlighting the wildlife viewing opportunities while fishing.

Golf course access: Fogg Brook Resort includes a golf course on the property. "The golf course was in Great shape. They had live music and lots of activities for all ages," reports Judy M., who visited during Labor Day weekend when special events were scheduled.

What campers like

Clean facilities: Campers consistently praise the maintenance of bathroom and shower facilities. "The restrooms and laundry were spotless and cleaned daily," notes a reviewer about Two Rivers Campground, an important consideration for pet owners camping with dogs.

Quiet atmosphere: Many campgrounds maintain strict quiet hours which creates a peaceful environment. "Midweek and has been very nice! Clean and quiet. Plenty of on river activities. Great people all around park," shares Tracy L. about her experience.

Themed weekends: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp-Resort offers special event weekends throughout the camping season. "Every week is themed. My family goes every year for magic pumpkin week which includes TRICK OR TREATING IN SEPTEMBER. My nieces and nephews love it!" explains Samantha N.

Spacious sites: Many campgrounds offer larger-than-average sites with good separation. "There is pretty good space between sites so you don't feel cramped or right on top of your neighbor," reports a camper at Pumpkin Patch RV Resort, noting this feature is uncommon in many Maine campgrounds.

What you should know

Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds near Pittsfield require advance reservations, especially for summer weekends and holidays. Campgrounds like Fogg Brook Resort fill completely during holiday weekends such as Labor Day.

Site differences: Waterfront sites often have specific limitations. "Some of the RV sites are located parallel to the river so your patio is open to the river and you have an unobstructed water view. However, these sites are fairly short and would not accommodate larger RVs," notes a visitor to Two Rivers.

Primitive options available: For those seeking more rustic pet friendly camping near Pittsfield, The Hawnets Nest offers basic tent sites with limited amenities. "The Hawnets Nest is the perfect stop for adventure, accommodations include a cool A-Frame or bring-your-own Tent!" explains Jake C. about this smaller camping option.

Road noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience traffic noise due to proximity to major routes. "At night, one can clearly hear the noise from route 2 just at the edge of the campground. The river amplifies the sound of cars passing by," warns one camper about riverfront sites.

Tips for camping with families

Swimming options: Not all campgrounds have pools, but many offer lake or river swimming. "A small campground with big personality. Clean, quiet and great neighbors. Plenty of on river activities," notes Russ T. about the water recreation available at Two Rivers Campground.

Playground availability: Pumpkin Patch RV Resort is oriented toward adult campers with limited kid-focused amenities. "Seems to be targeted at older crowd with no playground or pool," notes Rick G., which is important information for families with children seeking pet friendly camping around Pittsfield.

Family-focused activities: Some campgrounds schedule regular activities for children. "Brought the family here for a nice Father's Day weekend. Good place to bring the kids. Lots of fun activities to keep everyone in the family entertained. The themed weekends are a neat concept and enjoyable," shares Will T. about his experience at Jellystone Park.

Water slide access: During hot summer days, Jellystone Park offers water recreation beyond standard pools. "The swimming pool was awesome as well as the water slides. The fireworks on July 4th could match Disney World!" raves Cheryl R. about the family amenities.

Tips from RVers

Pull-through availability: Skowhegan Kennebec Valley KOA and other campgrounds offer convenient pull-through sites for overnight stays. "Most sites are level and there are long pull thrus so you don't have to unhitch if you are only staying one night," explains a camper, noting this convenience for those just passing through.

Site surface considerations: Some campsites have less desirable ground coverings. "One of the downsides is that our patio was a mix and sand and dirt which made for a mess in the RV and not a great place for our dog to lay in," reports Nancy W., highlighting a pet-specific concern for RV campers.

Seasonal population: Many campgrounds have a high percentage of seasonal residents. "Most of the campers were seasonals whose campsites were well-kept and they were quiet. The staff and other campers were very friendly," notes one reviewer about the camping community atmosphere.

Service availability: Some campgrounds offer assistance with RV issues. "We came here and extended our stay due to the outstanding service the maintenance gave us with our 40' rv coach," shares Carolyn K. about the staff help received during an unexpected mechanical problem.

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