Several campgrounds provide RV sites near Willimantic, Maine, with most operating from May through mid-October. For RVers seeking camping in the Moosehead Lake region, options range from smaller family-operated facilities to larger resorts. Cell service improves near larger towns like Greenville, while becoming spotty in more remote locations. Water access sites at state parks offer alternatives to private campgrounds for those seeking more rustic experiences.
What to do
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Moosehead Lake area provides excellent wildlife watching. At Moose Creek RV Resort, a visitor reported seeing "a red Fox, a grouse, turkey, a great blue heron and numerous ducks so wildlife is around" during their fall stay. The property includes a 3.5-acre stocked fishing pond with kayaks and canoes available.
Hiking nearby trails: Many campgrounds offer access to hiking trails. At Spacious Skies Balsam Woods, campers enjoy "great hiking, fishing, paddling, and just enjoying the natural beauty." Baxter State Park trails are accessible from campgrounds in the Millinocket area, though early season visitors should note that "trails to peaks at Baxter State Park were still closed" in late May.
ATV trail access: Several campgrounds provide direct ATV trail access. Spacious Skies Balsam Woods has "access to snowmobile trail in the winter as well as the ATV trails" with dedicated ATV parking lots. One visitor noted, "We did not use the ATV trails that are directly off the campground, but they were great!"
What campers like
Waterfront sites: Lakeside camping ranks among the most valued experiences. At Rowell Cove Campground, "site 16 on the water you can launch your kayak from the site" according to a recent visitor. Another camper mentioned the "beautiful lakeside camping" where "sites are beautifully arranged along the cove, with almost every outside site with water access."
Campground cleanliness: Clean facilities matter to campers. A visitor at Pumpkin Patch RV Resort described it as "a nice quiet place to hang out" with "sites very clean, good space, well laid out and pretty level." The resort is "very clean with just a few amenities but just an average campground" according to another reviewer.
Campsite privacy: Spacious sites with good separation are highly valued. One camper at Pumpkin Patch RV Resort noted, "There is pretty good space between sites so you don't feel cramped or right on top of your neighbor." Sites at private campgrounds tend to be "spacious and private with great water views."
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Most campgrounds in the region close by mid-October. At The Birches Resort, fall visitors noted that "we were able to manage" with 30-amp service since "we were there in October and didn't need air conditioning." Expect varying amenity availability based on season.
Limited facilities at state parks: State parks offer more rustic experiences. Rowell Cove Campground has "vault toilets scattered throughout" with a central "comfort station" between loops offering "toilets and free hot showers." One visitor noted this bathhouse is "a bit far to walk to from campsites but there is parking in front of the building."
Cell service variability: Connectivity depends on proximity to towns. Wilderness Edge Campground offers "Wi-fi finicky but the best they can get without solar/satellite setup. Verizon signal is 3-4 bars." At The Birches Resort, don't expect "all your creature comforts of television, wifi, and phone service because they are nonexistent or sketchy at your site."
Tips for camping with families
Campground amenities: Select facilities with features for children. At Wilderness Edge Campground, families can find a "clean campground, clean bath house with laundry" and a family-friendly atmosphere. Spacious Skies Balsam Woods offers "a great big playground, basketball court, volleyball net, arcade, ice cream, outdoor projector for Saturday night movie."
Weekend activities: Many campgrounds schedule events on weekends. Pumpkin Patch RV Resort "offers activities - but mainly directed toward children." Spacious Skies Balsam Woods "offers so many fun activities that are well worth the time there," including "a wagon ride offered on the weekend throughout the day."
Swimming options: Pools provide recreation for children. Wilderness Edge Campground features a pool and is "pet friendly, beautiful place" according to a recent camper. Moosehead Family Campground has "a playground for kids and plenty of room at each site for them to play."
Tips from RVers
Site selection considerations: Choose sites based on your rig size. At Moosehead Family Campground, RVers noted the "sites are tidy and are broken up so you don't ever feel crowded" but "the back section of the campground is way too tight for us to navigate" in a 45-foot motorhome. One RVer at Moose Creek RV Resort suggested their "favorite sites are 10 and 17–26 which are back-ins with privacy behind you and nice separation between sites."
Navigation challenges: Some access roads can be difficult. At Moosehead Family Campground, one RVer with a large motorhome reported they "had to back out because we would have had to go thru the back part of the park" due to "the low hanging trees without scraping our RV." They also noted that "the turn into the campground from the main road (Route 6) is very tight."
Big rig accommodation: Larger RVs may face limited options. At Pumpkin Patch RV Resort, "the roads in and out and around the park are wide and easy to maneuver around." Sites are generally "level and there are long pull thrus so you don't have to unhitch if you are only staying one night."
