Top Tent Camping near Willimantic, ME
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Best Tent Sites Near Willimantic, ME (32)
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Rum Pond Campsite
Greenville, Maine1 Review13 Photos17 SavesTrailheads and campsite areas donated to the Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands by the Weyerhauser Company are still in varied states of development. The trails are predominantly located on publicly-owned trail easements; the land is still owned by Weyerhauser as are adjacent lands. Please follow low-impact guidance (such as Leave No Trace) and respect both private and public lands/resources.
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- Fires
- Phone Service
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- Picnic Table
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Wilson Streams Area
Willimantic, Maine1 Review11 Photos73 Saves- Pets
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Soul Retrieve-Hill
Brownville Junction, Maine1 Review34 Photos1 SaveSoul Retrieve-Hill is set on 10.5 acres with 3 primitive sites and 2 cabins.
We offer a communal kitchen and shower rooms and the peace and quiet of nature. It’s a short 5 minute walk to Sebec Lake for your boating, swimming and other water sports.
The access trail for snowmobile and ATV are very close to the property with no need to trailer your machines.
We are one hour from Bangor airport and one hour from mount Katahdin.
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- Fires
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- Reservable
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$44 - $99 / night
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Northeast Whitewater Lodge
Greenville Junction, Maine1 Review10 Photos1 SaveCombine your wilderness camping or Yurt stay with our daily Whitewater rafting trips, moose tours, waterfall hikes or outdoor educational pursuits!
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
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Little Moose Pond Campsite
Greenville Junction, Maine1 Review11 Photos17 Saves- Pets
- Fires
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- Group
- Picnic Table
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Upper Gravel Pit - Dispersed
Greenville Junction, Maine2 Reviews15 Photos55 Saves- Pets
- Fires
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- Dispersed
- Alcohol
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Big Moose Pond Campsite
Greenville Junction, Maine1 Review10 Photos11 Saves- Pets
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Katahdin Stream Campground — Baxter State Park
Millinocket, Maine13 Reviews95 Photos106 SavesEstablished in 1939, Katahdin Stream is a popular family campground providing access to Katahdin via the Appalachian Trail as well as access to numerous streams and ponds in the Kidney / Daicey area.
26mi to Millinocket 12 lean-tos 10 tentsites 3 group sites holding 12, 13, and 25 people
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- Electric Hookups
- Reservable
- ADA Access
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Trout Pond Campsite
Greenville Junction, Maine1 Review11 Photos4 SavesLocated just west of Greenville in Piscataquis County, the Little Moose Management Unit covers more than 15,000 acres in Moosehead Junction and Big Moose townships. Although the forested land is flat to gently rolling in the southeastern quarter, the unit also includes most of the Little Moose Mountain Range with its steep slopes, rocky streams, and remote ponds, as well as most of Big Moose Mountain. Visitors enjoy hiking, snowmobiling, fishing, hunting, and camping in this remote setting.
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Recent Tent Reviews In Willimantic
187 Reviews of 32 Willimantic Campgrounds
Dunn Point Campground — Lily Bay State Park
Lily Bay State Park - Dunn Point Campground
The fact that we had water access from our campsite makes this a 5-star experience for me. Sites were private enough and showers were available, although the "comfort station" is about a mile walk away from the campsites. The electrical outlets didn't work in any of the bathrooms, either, so bringing a blowdryer was useless. But that's just a minor inconvenience--everything else was great.
The Birches Resort
The Birches Resort
My husband and I camped at one of three tent sites that are located right on the lake. There is a new (or at least very clean) Porta-Potty for these three sites to share. There was also a VERY outdated/pieced together shower house near the office--something is better than nothing, I suppose. Back to the campsites: private, good amount of space, a picnic table, a firepit, and a trash can provided at each site. We did have some cleaning up to do when we arrived--bottle caps and even some Mich Ultra bottles littered the ground. But overall we had a pleasant stay--being on the lake was enough for us to overlook the litter we had to pick up when settling in.
Katahdin Stream Campground — Baxter State Park
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Upper Gravel Pit - Dispersed
Great Views
Great spot is you don't mind dry camping. Amazing views of the surrounding mountains. There are two sites and plenty of space between them. When I went (labor day weekend) there was a porta-potty about 1.5 miles down the road. Plenty of trail heads nearby. About 30 mins to downtown Greenville.
Katahdin Shadows Campground
Friendly But Very Close
What others have said is true. The staff were all very friendly and the pool and playground are well maintained. However, the spaces are very close together and there are no scenic views. The other drawback is the number of seemingly full time units. These units had wooden “improvements” over and around the campers indicating the RVs haven’t moved in a while and won’t move any time soon. Overall, it didn’t “feel” like a campground. It felt more like a mobile home park
Seboomook Wilderness Campground
Peace and quiet like no other!
Seboomook is a truly magical place! We go twice a year for a week each time. The silence is incredible. There is no cell service. WiFi only at the store during generator hours. This is a place to go to disconnect and be with family, friends, nature. It’s a wonderful place. The road in can be rough at times. Real rough at other times. And occasionally smooth sailing.
The rugged, rough road is totally worth it. Bring more than you need and enjoy the peace and quiet. We boondock with a generator on the further away sites. Much quieter.
July and August or later at the best times. No horse and moose flies!
Moosehead Family Campground
Absolutely Wonderful
My large family and I spent a week here. First, the campground is easy to find and making reservations is a snap! The owners are two of the greatest people I’ve met. They are more than friendly and accommodating. They work hard keeping the entire property neat including the bathhouse. Honestly, it’s the cleanest bathroom/shower house I’ve seen. There is a playground for kids and plenty of room at each site for them to play. My family and I agree, this place is incredible and you would be foolish to go elsewhere.
Happy Horseshoe Campground
Nice and clean quiet
Very friendly and helpful
Big Eddy
Ugh, why would you stay here
This is worse than a rest area on the Jersey pike. The area consists of a bunch of pull-ins in an old gravel pit, and two semiprivate spots that are essentially pull offs from the pavement.
No service, no water, no electricity, 1 pit toilet.
On a paved road
20+ miles to the nearest town
Pack in Pack out.
There was one spot open, and I decided not to stay due to the sound of generators and the site being right on the paved road.
Trout Brook Campground
Primitive Camping at it's most Public
This location is Beautiful, but it comes at the cost of privacy. When I first discovered this spot, it wasn't an official campsite, people just came here to swim and there was a fire ring. That was over 20yrs ago.
There are 4 sites, 3 have no separation between them, 1 is at the entrance, all are on the access road with 0 privacy. This area is overused, and it shows, sites are warn in and if there was room relocating fire pits and allowing some nature to come back would be nice. I managed to tuck myself into a private alcove of trees on the #1 site, but still was in full view of headlights and people driving in to see if there was space. The site I had was big enough that I shared it with a couple that had a small child, and they had their own section.
There are no service, no water, no electricity, no to little cell coverage. There is one pit toilet.
The access road in is rough, not for normal street cars.
Did I mention lack of privacy?
See pics.
Round Barn Campsites
great location if you can get a spot
Stopped in to try and camp here, all the spots were taken. There were even people camping in their rooftop tents.
Sites that I saw looked great, trails need some maintenance though, and some of the sites need clean up.
The Road is rough, but with care you can get there, just go slow.
There are pit toilets, but no running water or electricity.
All of the sites are walk-in sites.
Bussy place!
Moose Creek RV Resort
Very clean and well kept.
We were there for 3 nights, everything was very clean and the staff were very helpful and pleasant. I'd definitely try to go for the premium sites as they are more wooded.
Omaha Beach
Great quiet spot
This is a great camping spot. The only bad thing is the mosquitos. On sunny and windy days they are much less of an issue. The three times I have camped here I’ve only seen one other group of people. The water is also great for swimming. The road is bumpy but I cleared it driving slowly and carefully with my honda HRV 2019.
Nesowadnehunk Field Campground — Baxter State Park
Fun, quite, off beaten path
This is an out of the way campground in Baxter. Our site required a walk in. Plenty of firewood for purchase at ranger station. Within striking distance of hunt trail and the higly talked about slides/falls.
Round Barn Campsites
Remote sites with privacy and great views. Hike/swim/paddle.
Round barn campsites offers a dozen or so tent sites with two big group sites. It will pretty consistently have some campers, but I've never seen all the sites full before. It is right next to the stafford brook trail to hike to the top of Bigelow and you can easily hike from your campsite to the top of the mountain and back within a day. Multiple sites including both group sites are right on the water and there is a nice beach area big enough to accomodate however many people you bring. The best tent site is on the island just offshore accessible by sandbar which is usually just knee deep. The cove makes for safe swimming away from the wind and waves offshore. Great secluded spot where you won't feel crowded like at Baxter or Grafton notch areas.
Pleasant River (Katahdin Ironworks)
How Camping Should Be
We have loved Katahdin Iron Works for a long time, it really is how camping should be. No hookups/power/water. Bring everything in and bring everything back out with you. There are outhouses near the pleasant river sites. Last time we were up there the rule was no units over 44' total with truck and camper. These sites really are best for tents or very small campers.
Leisure Life Family Resort
Gorgeous place
This area was truly beautiful. Quiet and safe.
Abol Bridge Campground & Store
River Front
This is a favorite spot of ours to stay.
The waterfront sites are absolutely beautiful. If you have a group of friends going its nice to be close. It can get loud in the summer months, you can tube the river and end at the campground. Sites have no hookups, so be prepared for that. Definitely get out on the water to enjoy the view of Mt. Katahdin.
**If for some dumb reason your GPS says to take the Old State Road instead of the Golden Road and you're towing a camper...DONT.
Moose Creek RV Resort
Awesome New Campground
Moose Creek RV Resort is in a great location in Greenville, close to town and to ATV trails. A good amount of ATV parking across the street.
The amenities are all brand new and beautiful, including the pool side bar. The sides are spacey and range from field sites to wooded more private sites.
Lone Jack Campground — Cold Stream Forest
We love Lone Jack and area camping!
We have tent camped in several of the sites 4X in the past 3 years. 10/28/23 was last visit for the year. We never see many trucks or people. The sites are quiet, peaceful, very clean and outhouses are always in excellent condition. We thank the folks who care so well for the sites. We got there in a compact SUV 3 years ago, but go by truck now. The road in off the Capital Road has deteriorated a fair amount in past year, due to rains, we believe. Don't make the trip if you expect good roads, but if you like logging roads, this area is wonderful.
The Hawnets Nest
A Frame & Tent Camping
Jake from the Dyrt here! The Hawnets Nest is the perfect stop for adventure, accommodations include a cool A-Frame or bring-your-own Tent! Check them out and leave a review about your stay on the Dyrt!
Big Eddy Cabins & Campground
Great fishing and peaceful camping!
Great place to camp. Very helpful staff. Quiet and very clean campground. Good access to lots of good fly fishing!
Cowan Cove
DO NOT COME HERE
first off, horrible gut feeling as soon as we entered. all of the trails that led to campsites were completely overtaken by nature and look like they haven’t been visited in years. Again DO NOT COME HERE. Also the bridge to the place is falling apart and very scetchy
Happy Horseshoe Campground
Owners are so nice!!!
It's not our type if place, as the sites are rather close together, but it's a nice campground. Extremely clean, well- maintained. It's obviously a labor of love by the owners, because it is in pristine condition. Seasonal sites/Community events throughout the summer. Very Vintage Vibe!!
Myer's Lodge East
Walk in ONLY!!!
It mentioned on this site that it's for RV parking, but that isn't accurate. There is a parking lot (which you cannot camp in) and you must walk in (tent only.) We didn't have a text so we moved on. Would go back at another time with a text to check it out.
Trout Brook Campground
Drove there, but didn't stay
Went there looking for privacy with our dogs to camp overnight. There are about 4 total spots, but only 1 of the four is truly enjoyable/private. It was taken and we didn't want to be that close to the people that were there, so we moved on. So, it's a hit or miss, but I wouldn't travel there again.
Big Eddy Cabins & Campground
No privacy, but free
Not that happy with these sites, yes, they are disperment sites, but it's really a parking lot with 10 free sites right next to each other, with maybe a few rocks between sites. We dud not end up staying over night, because we wanted our dogs to run free. We drove into the park and found private lake access for the day, but no camping.
Guide to Willimantic
Camping near Willimantic, Maine, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
What to do:
- Hiking: Explore the scenic trails around Moosehead Lake. Many campers enjoy the short hiking trails that wind through the woods and along the shoreline. One reviewer mentioned, "There is a nice, fairly short (2-3 mile) hiking trail along the shoreline and through the woods" at Rowell Cove Campground — Lily Bay State Park.
- Fishing: Moosehead Lake is known for its fishing opportunities. Campers have reported, "Fishing is a very active sport on Moosehead," making it a great spot for anglers.
- Swimming: Enjoy a refreshing dip at the swimming beaches available at various campgrounds. A visitor at Dunn Point Campground — Lily Bay State Park noted, "Nice swimming beach but quite a hike from the campsites."
What campers like:
- Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and shower facilities. One reviewer stated, "Honestly, it’s the cleanest bathroom/shower house I’ve seen" at Moosehead Family Campground.
- Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer large, private sites. A camper at Balsam Woods Campground mentioned, "The sites are super spacious and nicely placed in a wooded area."
- Friendly Staff: Campers often highlight the helpfulness of campground staff. One visitor shared, "The owners are very nice and helpful and are always busy working in the campground" at Moosehead Family Campground.
What you should know:
- Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Pleasant River (Katahdin Ironworks), do not offer electricity or potable water. Be prepared to bring your own supplies.
- Road Conditions: Accessing some campgrounds may require navigating rough roads. A camper noted, "The road in can be rough at times. Real rough at other times" at Seboomook Wilderness Campground.
- Wildlife: Expect to see various wildlife, including deer and loons. One camper mentioned, "We had Loons with babies that swam by and we love listening to them" at Seboomook Wilderness Campground.
Tips for camping with families:
- Playgrounds: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds for kids. A reviewer at Moosehead Family Campground mentioned, "There is a playground for kids and plenty of room at each site for them to play."
- Family-Friendly Activities: Choose campgrounds that offer activities for all ages. One camper noted, "Kiddos riding bikes and going on hayrides" at Balsam Woods Campground.
- Quiet Hours: Respect quiet hours to ensure a peaceful environment for everyone. A visitor at Pumpkin Patch RV Resort appreciated the "super quiet" atmosphere.
Tips from RVers:
- Site Selection: Choose sites that accommodate larger RVs. A reviewer at Moosehead Family Campground mentioned, "The campground has lots of large trees and narrow roads which make it very difficult for big rigs."
- Generator Use: Be aware of generator hours if you need power. One camper noted, "You only have electric when the generators run that power the campground" at Seboomook Wilderness Campground.
- Plan for Dumping: Some campgrounds have limited dump stations. A visitor at Rowell Cove Campground — Lily Bay State Park mentioned, "There is a dump station with potable water and non-potable water to flush your tanks before you leave."
Camping near Willimantic, ME, offers a variety of experiences, from serene lakeside retreats to family-friendly campgrounds. Whether you're in an RV or tent camping, there's something for everyone in this beautiful region.
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