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Philbrick Landing

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Boat-in access only makes Philbrick Landing one of the more committing free campsites along the Northern Forest Canoe Trail in western Maine. The site sits on the Dead River behind a steep bank, not easily visible from the water, so paddlers need to navigate the landing carefully before pulling up a canoe or kayak for the night. Flat ground fits a couple of small tents. Pack everything in; there are no facilities nearby, and the pack-it-out ethic applies. Paddlers exploring campgrounds around Caratunk will find this one well-suited to a multi-day river route rather than a casual overnight.

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Map & DirectionsPhilbrick Landing is located in Maine near Caratunk

Dispersed Camping

Coordinates

45.279988934672645 N
70.22512650572685 W

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Access

Boat-In
Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

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Fires

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.

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Drive Time

2 hrs 37 min from Lewiston, ME
2 hrs 43 min from Bangor, ME
3 hrs 20 min from Portland, ME
4 hrs 43 min from Burlington, VT

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Sarah C.

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Reviewed Apr. 12, 2022

Secluded spot along the NFCT

This is a small impacted spot along the Dead River along the Northern Forest Canoe Trail (NFCT). The site is not easily visible from the river and there is a steep bank you have to navigate to unload and pull your canoe or kayak up for the evening. That being said, it is a nice spot to spend an evening.

When we were there, there was a small bench and a few stumps that were nice for seating. The campsite is at the end of an old logging road that you can walk down quite a ways. In the summer months, you will find an abundance of blueberries!

This is a primitive backcountry site so pack it in, pack it out. And maybe take a few extra pieces of trash with you! There is a large fire ring and a little gravel area we used to cook. There's plenty of flat space for a couple of 2-3 person tents. The stars are beautiful to boot! Definitely bring everything you need with you because there's nothing anywhere around.

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