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Camping options around Stacyville, Maine concentrate in the shadow of Katahdin Mountain with access to both Baxter State Park and Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument. The area features several established campgrounds including Lunksoos Campground, Wilderness Edge Campground, and Katahdin Shadows Campground offering various accommodation types from primitive tent sites to fully-equipped RV hookups and rustic cabins. Most camping areas provide fire rings, picnic tables, and vault toilets, while developed facilities like Wilderness Edge and Pine Grove Campground include amenities such as showers, electrical hookups, and wifi access in select locations.
Road conditions can significantly impact camping access throughout the region, particularly in spring when logging roads may become challenging or impassable. "It was tricky to find any information on this campsite and then the loop road didn't open until just before I left the Millinocket area. It has been a very wet spring after a heavy winter, so there were lots of delays," noted one visitor to Sandbank Stream. The camping season typically runs from May through mid-October, with many campgrounds closing during winter months. Cell service remains limited or non-existent in more remote camping areas, particularly within the National Monument boundaries. Reservations are recommended for weekend stays during peak summer months, though many primitive sites in the National Monument operate on a first-come, first-served basis.
Riverfront camping receives consistently positive reviews, particularly at Pine Grove Campground where campsites overlook the East Branch of the Penobscot River. Campers seeking solitude often prefer the more remote Lunksoos Campground within the National Monument, which features walk-in tent sites and primitive facilities. A visitor described it as having "several free, walk-in sites" with "bear boxes, picnic tables, and fire rings." Wildlife viewing opportunities abound throughout the region's camping areas, with moose sightings common near water sources. Most campgrounds provide relatively easy access to hiking trails, paddling opportunities, and ATV routes. Several facilities offer firewood for purchase, though permits may be required for campfires depending on the specific camping area and seasonal fire restrictions.
Best Campgrounds near Stacyville (72)
1. Wilderness Edge Campground
"Good location as I was supporting an AT hiker through the 100 mile wilderness. Close to Baxter state park and the Katahdin Iron Works area that provided access to the wilderness."
"We stay at Wilderness Edge every time we visit Millinocket. The campground has all of your basics and is a great gateway spot for Baxter State Park or ATV trails. "
Check AvailabilityAvailable this weekend
from $14 - $50 / night
2. Lunksoos Campground — Katahdin Woods And Waters National Monument
"A short walk from the East Branch of the Penobscot River boat launch, there are several free, walk-in sites. Two group sites allow nearby parking and provide tent platforms."
3. Roaring Brook Campground — Baxter State Park
"There are drive up tent sites and lean to sites as well as walk in sites (fairly short walk and easy to locate). Great place to start for an adventure to summit katadhin and tackle knifes edge."
"Only downside are some of the rangers who make all attempts to scare people away from doing any of the more strenuous hikes to the top. Some of the most annoying rangers I've ever encountered."
Check Availabilityfrom $8 - $32 / night
4. Sandbank Stream — Katahdin Woods And Waters National Monument
5. Katahdin Shadows Campground
"Pool was clean and in a central location. Quick easy walk on a path to store and small restaurant."
"Close to interstate 95."
6. Pine Grove Campground & Cottages
"When you drive in it looks a little run-down with old buildings, potholed roads, untrimmed vegetation, and very rustic."
"There is not access to the river from this site, there is a 10 foot drop, so toddler and dog parents beware."
7. Katahdin Stream Campground — Baxter State Park
"Most sites are within easy access to Katahdin Stream which is fast moving and cold. You can get into the water but no soap or detergent of any kind is permitted."
"We had 2 tents, right next to the stream. BOOK EARLY! We did our research and found that this campground would work out best for the hike that we wanted to do."
8. Abol Campground — Baxter State Park
"There is no running/drinking water, but the stream nearby is perfect for filtering. The pit toilets are cleaned daily. There is no electricity, so bring your solar panel. "
"Adjacent to the restrooms. Nothing much to add beyond what others have said, except added photos for visual reference... ace"
Check Availabilityfrom $32 / night
9. Shin Pond Village Campground
"Chase on the way to the northern entrance of BSP.
The campground is right off Route 159, which is now a scenic by way in the KAWW National Monument.""Shin Pond is this sprawling mix of campground, cabins, restaurant, event space, gas station, convenient store, and off-road vehicle rentals."
10. Big Moose Inn Cabins and Campground
"There is a big pull through site near our site you get the entire road and several sites. There is a small boat launch onsite and a captain that does moose boat tours."
"Ours was a few minutes walk from the lodge. It is extremely dark at night, has plumbed bathrooms. The lodge is nice and North Trading Post is a good spot for coffee, snacks and gifts."
Check Availabilityfrom $14 - $37 / night
Drive Time
- 1 hr 11 min from Bangor, ME
- 2 hrs 35 min from Lewiston, ME
- 3 hrs 13 min from Portland, ME
- 4 hrs 16 min from Manchester, NH
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Upper East Branch Campsite — Katahdin Woods And Waters National Monument
Katahdin Stream Campground — Baxter State Park
Recent Reviews near Stacyville, ME
145 Reviews of 72 Stacyville Campgrounds
- Nancy W.
LegendMatagamon Wilderness
Great location Near Baxter State Park
The location of this campground is great! It is situated on the East Branch of the Penobscot River and just one and a half miles from the north entrance to Baxter State Park and very close to Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument. If you are looking for a great place to stay in the northern Maine wilderness with great access to amazing hiking, fishing, canoeing, and hunting, this is the place for you. Matagamon Wilderness is a mix of campsites and cabins with a general store, restaurant, gas station and guide service. The staff are very friendly and extremely helpful and gave us lots of tips on fishing and places to hike. The campground is small at just over 30+ Sites which are a mix of sizes from small ones suitable for vans or tent to those that can handle bigger RVs. Sites are spread throughout the property and very rustic in their feel. Campsites along the water are the best with great views and easy water access right out your door. Other are set back and have a great sense of privacy. Campsites have picnic tables and fire pits. The tent sites have lean-to’s to protect you from the weather. Toilets are vault toilets. If you are looking for “RV Resort” type amenities, you won’t find many as this is a basic campground. There are cabins on the property for those that don’t have an RV or tent. The cabins were recently renovated with equipped kitchens, showers, gas lights, gas heat, wood stoves, and screened porches. The shower facilities had great water pressure with lots of hot water and there is a dump station for RVers. Daily camping rates are affordable at $35/night. Inside the “store” is a restaurant with delicious food and reasonable prices. They have a variety of food items for sale and delicious home-baked bread and cookies. They are famous for their Mount Katahdin Burger– which is three 8-oz angus beef patties, American cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, pickles, and mayo, on a homemade bear bun and served with chips and a pickle. The store also has a great selection of beer, including many from Maine. Another eatery is at Shin Pond Campground which is just a short drive away.
A couple things to note. Cell service is very poor in this area. Our Verizon phone popped in and out of service but mostly it did not pick up a signal so no phone or mobile data. If you are going to Baxter State Park be aware that there are restrictions on vehicles(“no vehicle over nine feet high, seven feet wide, or 22 feet long for a single vehicle or 44 feet long for combined units”) and dogs are strictly prohibited.
Paul D.ScoutBig Eddy Cabins & Campground
Big Eddy , Great place
They do a great job of taking care of the place. fly fishing and hanging !
Lindsy A.
TravelerBig Moose Inn Cabins and Campground
Beautiful campground!
Beautiful view of the water right from the site!
- NNicole Z.Traveler
Seboeis Public Lands
Beautiful , close sites
There are only 2 sites - beautiful but close together. Both were taken in the middle of the week.
- PPortia H.
GuideNesowadnehunk Field Campground — Baxter State Park
Nesowadnahunk Campground
This is a spread out campground! The leantos tend to be back in treed areas. Tent sites are more exposed but because the fields are huge, no worries. This is primitive camping so no potable water, no electric, no cell service, no camp store. It is so quiet at night and perfect for stargazing as there is no light interference. There are many trails and a beautiful climb up Double Top Mountain. Get water from the stream. Pit toilets are kept immaculate. There are two huge group camp sites right on the stream and have shelters. The Ledges are an easy walk if you want to swim/cool off.
John M.GuideSeboeis Public Lands
Quiet and scenic
Beautiful location, with two spots by the lake and an open gravel lot for bigger vehicles or groups on the opposite side of the main road. Located next to a boat dock but next to zero traffic during the week. Rock fire pits at the sites and plenty of space to camp out in the woods or open ground. An outside is available and maintained in the boat ramp parking lot but no other amenities.
Sandra L.
RangerWilderness Edge Campground
Beware this campground reverted to prior owner.
I stayed here for 3 full seasons when it was managed by the Shamps, as an incorporation.However they stopped the purchase and now it's being managed by original owners. The same owners who refused to allow inspectors onto the property, had sub par facilities and trespassed employees. Yet, the shamps upgraded the roads, bathrooms, showers, and all plumbing. So the place looks nicer than ever, although still fails some inspection line items. There is black mold in the tent side bathhouse, the touletstalls are smaller than legal size, and all the sites are laid out with the posts on the wrong side,( so bring extra power corda) or you must setup facing the road, not the woods. Also be aware there is NO Lake or rivers on this campground, the website is deceiving. Yes you can rent canoe or kayaks, but you also need to have a car/truck to take them to water. The camp is pet friendly, ATV friendly, and lots of ATV trails nearby. There is no ADA accessable toilets anywhere, but there are some larger showers, just no bars/railings, or accessable sprayers on the shower. The one that was there, , has been used as a maintence closet for at least 4 years,and gas unusable toilet . The laundry machines are good,for small loads. 1 washer- 1 dryer. Stayed April thru October for 3 years. I will NOT return under this owner, and do not recommend this place anymore.
- TTim M.Guide
Lazy Tom Bog Primitive Campsite
Off the beaten path, WORTH IT!
I really enjoyed the scenery here! My only complaint is that there was minimal cell service(ATT). Decent inroad and multiple opportunities for trailer turnarounds. Ladybugs galore! Skeeters also control this area so pretreat your gear and/or bring spray
Guide to Stacyville
Camping options near Stacyville, Maine exist primarily along remote logging roads with variable conditions depending on the season. The region sits between 500-900 feet elevation with summer temperatures averaging 75°F during the day and 55°F at night. Camping facilities range from primitive tent sites to full-service RV campgrounds, with most open from May through October.
What to do
Water activities on Shin Pond: Visitors can rent canoes and kayaks at Shin Pond Village Campground for paddling on upper and lower Shin Ponds. "Shin Pond rents Polaris UTV and snowmobiles, canoes, and kayaks in the summer and snowmobiles in the winter. We went on a UTV ride one day and were treated to some beautiful views," notes one camper.
Hike waterfall trails: Several short hiking trails near campgrounds provide access to waterfalls. "Just a few miles down the road is a short hiking trail leading to Shin Pond Falls and another trail that runs along the Seboeis river which is a beautiful hike," reports a visitor to Shin Pond Village.
Stargazing programs: The International Dark Sky designation makes the region ideal for nighttime astronomy. A visitor to Lunksoos Campground mentions "There are Junior-Ranger programs, including a Night Explorer one."
What campers like
Riverside camping: Campsites along the Penobscot River provide water access and wildlife viewing. At Pine Grove Campground, a visitor reports "Beautiful riverfront campsite (Site 21). The staff was very friendly and helpful. There is not access to the river from this site, there is a 10 foot drop, so toddler and dog parents beware."
Wilderness campsites with amenities: The primitive sites in Katahdin Woods and Waters Monument appeal to those seeking solitude. A visitor to Lunksoos notes, "A short walk from the East Branch of the Penobscot River boat launch, there are several free, walk-in sites. Two group sites allow nearby parking and provide tent platforms. The other 5 are on a small, walk-in loop through the woods; one is an accessible site."
Hiking access: Many campers choose sites based on proximity to trails, particularly for summiting Mt. Katahdin. A visitor to Katahdin Stream Campground shares, "Katahdin Stream provides the perfect site to give you a restful night's sleep before taking the Hunt Trail up Mt Katahdin/Baxter Peak. The tent sites were flat and spacious and though we had downpours all day, there was no puddling or pooling of water in the site."
What you should know
Reservation requirements vary: Some Monument campsites have implemented reservation systems. A 2024 visitor to Lunksoos notes, "First-come-first-served only for a single night. Reservations from recreation.gov are recommended for longer stays or on weekends. $8 reservation fee, free camping up to 14 days, no refunds."
Limited facilities at wilderness sites: Campgrounds within the Monument have minimal amenities. "Vault toilets are provided. Sites come with bear boxes, picnic tables, and fire rings; fire permits are required (call Maine Forest Service 207-435-7693). Bring potable water or plan to treat it," advises a Lunksoos camper.
Generator schedules affect services: At New England Outdoor Center, "they advertise that there are flush toilets and showers but no hot water when the generator isn't running. It runs for a few hours in the morning and then from about 3-9 pm. The problem is that the restroom doors are locked when the generators are off."
Tips for camping with families
Camp facilities for children: Family-friendly campgrounds offer dedicated recreation areas. A visitor to Katahdin Shadows Campground reports, "LOVED this place. SUPER friendly staff. Arcade and well stocked store. Heated pool, campfires, tractor rides."
Organized activities: Some campgrounds schedule family-oriented events. "We went on a holiday weekend with lots of events planned. Family hayride was fun. Kids enjoyed riding bikes and using the game room. Pool was clean and in a central location," notes a Katahdin Shadows visitor.
Site selection for tent campers: For families tent camping, certain sites offer more privacy and space. At Wilderness Edge Campground, one visitor observed "The sites are in two sections, with tenters up the hill in an area I did not have time to explore, and a lower section with hookups for RVs," while another noted "tent sites are a bit close together and barely deep enough to park a car."
Tips from RVers
Site placement challenges: RV hookups at some campgrounds may require careful positioning. A Wilderness Edge camper explains, "My site had the connections on the right side of my camper once I had backed it in, so I had to be careful about placement or have longer cords. It then made sense why Marcel explained that some campers like to park parallel to the camp road to create some privacy."
Ground conditions: Soil saturation can affect larger rigs, especially after rainfall. At Shin Pond Village, a camper warns, "Sites are grass with very little gravel and, as we found out, they can be very soft. We pulled into our site (#21) and before we knew it our 45' (47,000 lbs) RV was stuck."
Dump station access: Some campgrounds have inconvenient waste disposal layouts. A Shin Pond Village visitor noted, "The dump station is at the back of a busy parking lot that serves the restaurant, laundry, bath/shower house, and the fuel pump so it can be quite busy and congested."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Stacyville, ME?
What camping is available near Stacyville, ME?
According to TheDyrt.com, Stacyville, ME offers a wide range of camping options, with 72 campgrounds and RV parks near Stacyville, ME and 2 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Stacyville, ME?
Which is the most popular campground near Stacyville, ME?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Stacyville, ME is Wilderness Edge Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 13 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Stacyville, ME?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Stacyville, ME?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 2 free dispersed camping spots near Stacyville, ME.
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