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CAMPING
THE COUNTY IS A CAMPING PARADISE.
Set up camp by the pristine waters of a brook or pond or
enjoy the amenities of an established campground.
With more than 40 campgrounds of various kinds throughout the region,
you’ll find the exact camping experience that suits you, from rustic camping at
campgrounds in the North Maine Woods, to housekeeping camps, and guiding
services that provide overnight accommodations. You can even camp with your
horse in Fort Fairfield, thanks to miles of multi-use trails and field roads.
For paddling campers, there are plenty of campsites along the wild and scenic
Allagash and St. John rivers, offering tent pads, fire rings, and basic amenities.
Be aware that backcountry tenting requires planning and appropriate gear.
State lands with great camping include Deboullie Public Reserved Land,
Eagle Lake Public Reserved Land, Round Pond Public Reserved Land,
and Aroostook State Park. Each has something unique to offer in the way
of location, facilities, and activities.
Sporting camps are another option, offering both cabins and tenting. You
can travel far from civilization and the nearest paved roads. In remote areas,
access is often by logging road or f loat plane, where you might get a glimpse
of logging activity or wildlife. We’ve heard that lynx love to sun themselves
on the road. Some camps have individual cabins, meals in the main lodge,
and wi-fi service; others are too far from a cell service signal.
Whatever the amenities, The County is the perfect place to relax and leave
behind the everyday concerns of work and home. Wake up each morning and
enjoy songbirds overhead and perhaps a moose grazing on a nearby shore. After
breakfast, launch into your day’s adventure (or do nothing at all). Return for an
evening cookout and a wood campfire, and doze off to the sound of loons calling.
Visit our website for more information about camping in the region
or MaineSportingCamps.com and CampMaine.com.
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