Campgrounds near Limington, Maine range from small wooded settings to full-service resorts with waterfront access. The region sits in the Saco River Valley at elevations between 300-500 feet, creating distinct seasonal camping patterns with summer highs around 80°F and cool spring/fall nights in the 40s. Fall camping offers spectacular foliage viewing while spring brings higher water levels for river activities.
What to do
Kayaking on Sebago Lake: Paddle along the shores at Sebago Lake Family Campground where access to Maine's deepest lake provides excellent boating opportunities. "The view from the lake is amazing. We walked to the beach every morning with our chairs for coffee. VERY RELAXING!" notes Kevin C.
River tubing and fishing: The Saco River offers excellent tubing and fishing opportunities just minutes from On the Saco Family Campground. "We anchored ourselves for a bit then pulled it up and just floated down river for awhile before walking back along the sandbars right in the river!" explains Christopher K.
Hiking nearby trails: Pleasant Mountain offers excellent day hiking options. "If you have kids and want a mountain to climb, head to Pleasant Mountain. There is a small welcome center and trails that wind through with some beautiful views," recommends Asher K., who stayed at On the Saco Family Campground.
Biking the Eastern Trail: For cycling enthusiasts, the Eastern Trail runs near Wild Duck Adult Campground, providing a 1.3-mile multi-use gravel path ideal for walking, running, and biking. "It is within a mile of the Audubon center office, where you can either put in your own kayak/canoe or rent one," mentions Heather C.
What campers like
Private, wooded sites: Many campers appreciate the privacy at smaller campgrounds. At On the Saco Family Campground, "each site has heavy evergreens in between allowing for nice privacy - and the grass tent site has that privacy too and were good sized," according to Kristy B.
Clean facilities: Consistently clean bathrooms and showers are mentioned frequently in reviews. At Danforth Bay Camping & RV Resort, Jake C. notes, "Danforth Bay has been the staple campground for my family through the years. Its rare to find a campground with so many spacious wooded sites overlooking the water."
Adult-only options: For those seeking quieter settings, Wild Duck Adult Campground offers a peaceful alternative. "This adult only campground is peaceful and quiet, with the sounds of birds and the trees being the main thing you hear - it is quite relaxing," says Heather C.
Beach access: Swimming areas are major draws. At White Lake State Park Campground, "The lake is clear, the swimming area is shallow for quite a distance so you can feel comfortable with kids, and there is a separate boat launch area," notes Jean C.
What you should know
Reservation timing: The best places to camp near Limington fill quickly, especially waterfront sites. At Family and Friends Campground, availability varies seasonally: "We stayed on Labor Day weekend, so it was probably louder and more crowded than usual. But even still for a completely full campground it was nice!" says Amanda from White Lake State Park.
Site spacing varies significantly: Campgrounds range from spacious to tightly packed. "The sites are pretty close together and do not have great buffers. The sites that face the marsh are the best sites - they have some grass and lovely views," notes Heather C. at Wild Duck Adult Campground.
Water quality considerations: Some campgrounds have water issues. At Family and Friends Campground, one camper mentioned, "Water is yellow and stunk of iron. Manager assured it was safe. Made our shower look dirty constantly."
Weather preparedness: The weather can change rapidly in this region. At Sebago Lake State Park, one reviewer noted, "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."
Tips for camping with families
Family-oriented activities: Several campgrounds near Limington offer organized children's programs. At Acres of Wildlife Family Campground, "There is activities and 2/3 playgrounds. We went 2019 and It was tragic we were cancelled due to corona virus this year. We will be making time to go before School starts up this year. This place totally rocks," says Darci F.
Beach safety: When selecting family-friendly camping spots, consider the water access. "The lake is clear, the swimming area is shallow for quite a distance so you can feel comfortable with kids," notes a visitor to White Lake State Park Campground.
Biking opportunities: Many campgrounds offer safe areas for children to ride. "This campground is very kid-friendly so if that is not your thing don't come in the summer," advises one reviewer about Sun Outdoors Saco Old Orchard Beach.
Bathroom proximity: For families with small children, consider site location relative to facilities. One visitor noted, "I had a site next to the bathroom, which was very helpful and I felt confident letting my children go to the bathroom alone" at White Lake State Park.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling: Many campgrounds in the region have uneven terrain. "Terrain is a little hilly and tight for large vehicles. Sights are comfortable size," reports Ray P. at Family and Friends Campground.
Hookup locations: Electrical and water connections aren't always ideally positioned. "Be sure to bring extensions for electrical and sewer as a lot of sites are set up with difficult connection spots. Relatively level sites, long dirt road to get to is a bit of a problem," advises Ed C.
Interior road conditions: Access roads at several campgrounds can be challenging for larger vehicles. "Very wooded area. Hard to maneuver big rigs. Steep, unleveled roads," cautions a reviewer at Family and Friends Campground.
Seasonal considerations: When planning an RV trip to the best camping spots near Limington, consider timing. "We stay on the event weekends, rent a golf cart and sit in the hot tubs for the duration of our stay and it couldn't be better," notes Claire T. about Bayley's Camping Resort.
