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An Easy 1/2 Mile Walk to Old Orchard Beach

Family Camping Close to All the Excitement!

Old Orchard Beach... famous for its Pier, 7 Mile Sandy Beach, Shops, Restaurants and Amusement Parks.

Free i Wi-F

Enjoy Camping amidst acres of Shady Pines and Apple Orchards.

Dear Camper, For a perfect family vacation, we invite you to join us at Hid’n Pines. Experience camp life in Maine, just minutes from the excitement of downtown Old Orchard Beach. Relax and enjoy our clean, quiet facilities all within walking distance to Maine’s seven mile sandy beach. We’ll go out of our way to make sure your vacation is an enjoyable one. Come see why most our business is repeat customers!

Recreation: Facilities: • Tent Sites • Water & Electric Sites • Full Hook-ups 20-50 Amp • Cable TV & 50 Amp Available • All Sites have Picnic Table & Fire Ring • Poolside Snack Bar • Wood & Ice • 2 Laundromats • Modern Restrooms • Free Hot Showers • Security Gates • Night Patrol Family Owned and Operated Route 98 • 8 Cascade Road P.O. Box 647 Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064

43 31 27.08 N; 70 22 50.36 W Also check out our other family owned park - Powder Horn.

(Ad on the outside back cover.)

• Large Heated Pool • Playground • Basketball • Rec Room with Video Arcade

Experience Real Camp Life!

Nous Parlons Français Open May 15th to Labor Day

(207) 934-2352 • www.hidnpines.com

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Fun Filled Days and Quiet Nights on the Salmon Falls River in Southern Maine!

Less th 90 Minut an es from Boston

FREE Wi-Fi Hotspot

Entertainment & Activities 7 Days a Week*

Giant Waterslide •2 Heated Pools withHotTubs•3 Playgrounds •Mini Golf Course Rec Hall/Arcade • Pond w/ Beach • Ballfield • Volleyball Courts • Horseshoes Craft Shop • Convenience Store • Snack Bar • Ice Cream Shop • Laundry Room

* We offer staffed activities and free nightly entertainment 7 days a week during our mid-Summer season.

350 sites on 79 acres with 1 mile of river frontage. All sites include water & electric.

Hookups for sewer and Cable TV are available. We accept reservations year round.

21 Flat Rock Bridge Road, Lebanon, Maine 04027 50-amp Sites & s Pull-Thru

(207) 339-9465 www.FlatRockBridge.com

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C o n t e n t s Maine Camping Regions South Coast • Beaches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Portland • Freeport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Western Lakes & Mountains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Mid-coast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Kennebeck & Moose River Valleys. . . . . . . . . . 62 Down East & Acadia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Aroostook County. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Published by The Maine Campground Owners Association, ©2010 MECOA. All rights reserved.

Produced by Tim Seymour Designs LLC, Camden, Maine. Cover photograph ©Kevin Shields Photography.

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10 Falcon Rd. • Suite 1 Lewiston, ME 04240 207-782-5874 • fax 207-782-4497 www.campmaine.com www.campmainerentals.com info@campmaine.com

Officers & Directors President Allen York Yonder Hill Campground, Kennebec & Moose River Valley, pages 64 & 67

1st Vice President John Hastings Flat Rock Bridge Family Resort, South Coast • Beaches, pages 1 & 16

2nd Vice President Tiffany Luczko Green Valley Campground, Kennebec & Moose River Valleys, pages 64 & 66

Treasurer Lovia Koscinski

Mt. Katahdin, Baxter State Park

Camping in Maine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Your Guide to the Maine Tourism Regions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Maine’s Great Outdoors Awaits You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Maine’s Diversity in Camping. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 New to Camping. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Touring Maine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Other States’ Associations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Summer, Spring, or Fall, Maine Camping has it All . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Visitors Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Camping Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 There’s More to Maine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Help Protect Maine’s Forests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Reservations are Important . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Hunting and Fishing Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 MECOA Trade Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Lighthouses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 National Scenic Byways . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Wilderness Camping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 A Few of Maine’s Great Hiking Trails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Insurance RV/Seasonal Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Rental Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Alphabetical Listing of Member Campgrounds . . . . . . . . . . . 93–96 Maine Camping Guide 2010

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Riverbend Campground, Western Lakes & Mountains, page 38 & 47

Past President Patricia Kosalka Sagadahoc Bay Campground, Mid-coast, pages 56 & 61

Executive Director Richard Abare Administrative Manager Kathryn Dyer Michael Baptista Acres of Wildlife Campground, Western Lakes & Mountains, pages 38 & 43

Brian Cayer Palmyra Golf Course & Campground, Katahdin • Moosehead • Highlands, pages 77 & 78

David L. Berg Red Apple Campground, South Coast • Beaches, pages 16 & 29

Jack Day Norway Savings Bank, page 83

John Donovan Bar Harbor Camping Resorts, Downeast & Acadia, pages 69 & 70

Patricia Edgecomb Walnut Grove Campground, South Coast • Beaches, pages 16 & 23

Jim Halle Paradise Park Resort, South Coast • Beaches, pages 16 & 20

Beth McCann Skowhegan/Canaan KOA, Kennebec & Moose River Valleys, pages 64 & 67

Todd Southwick Kokatosi Campground, Western Lakes & Mountains, pages 38 & 42

Daniel Vincent Family & Friends Campground, Western Lakes & Mountains, pages 38 & 52

Ben C. (Lee) Worcester III Smuggler’s Den Campground, Downeast & Acadia, pages 70 & 75

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Camping in diversity in its camping facilities, offering more than 22,000 campsites and extensive recreational opportunities.

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HE MAINE CAMPGROUND Owners Association would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to the great state of Maine and its unlimited opportunities for the camping family. When planning your trip there are a number of resources available to assure you of a pleasurable and memorable vacation. In addition to the extensive information contained in this Guide, the Maine Tourism Association offers many publications and literature on numerous specific areas, activities and topics. (See page 87 for more information.)

The Maine Camping Guide is specifically geared to provide information on 210 campgrounds who are members of the Maine Campground Owners Association. Detailed information about the eight geographic areas appears in each region. The Regional grids give you specifics about campground and recreational facilities, as well as allow you to identify their locations on the adjoining maps. Page numbers of campground’s advertisements are included, as are their phone numbers so that you may call individual campgrounds for further information or to make reservations.

Physical and GPS locations and website and email addresses are also included on pages 93-96.

Maine offers diversity in its camping

facilities, offering over 22,000 campsites and extensive recreational opportunities.

Several articles about the Maine camping experience in this Guide will further enlighten first-time visitors, and returning friends alike, on the state’s great opportunities—not only in geography but in the types of camping facilities available. In addition to campsites, many campgrounds offer on-site trailers, park models, camping cabins and cottage rentals.

Visit www.campmainerentals.com for more information. Even if your family doesn’t have camping equipment, it is not difficult to locate a campground that has facilities for you.

We sincerely hope your visit will be a pleasurable one and that you will return again.

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Maine!

STATE OF MAINE OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR AUGUSTA, MAINE

JOHN BALDACCI GOVERNOR

Dear Campers, Maine awaits you. Whether you seek the rockbound coast, the magnificent mountains, or the beautiful inland lakes and rivers, rest assured Maine has it all.

Maine’s natural beauty is surpassed only by the hospitality of its people. As Governor of Maine, I invite you to share all of this and come camp in Maine. I know once you’ve experienced our beauty and hospitality you’ll come back again and again.

Maine has everything you could want for your camping experience. From wilderness campgrounds to the up-scale camping resorts, the campgrounds in this directory will provide you with Maine memories to last a lifetime.

Sincerely,

John Baldacci Governor

Pemaquid Point

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Your Guide to the Maine Tourism Regions Scenic Long Lake ©KEVIN SHIELDS

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HE MAINE CAMPGROUND OWNERS Association divides the state into eight Tourism Regions, each with its own major attractions, resources and geo-

graphical features. Each Region is color coded, as shown at right.

Maine is as large in area as all the other New England states put together. It is about 320 miles long and 210 miles wide, with a total area of 33,215 square miles. Maine boasts 6,000 lakes and ponds, 32,000 miles of rivers and streams, 17 million acres of forest land, 3,478 miles of coast line and 2,000 islands.

Starting with the South Coast/ Beaches region, Portland/Freeport, Mid-coast, and Down East & Acadia regions follow northeast along the coast to the Canadian border. These regions exhibit not only the beautiful sand beaches found mostly in the south and the rugged rocky shore found more often as you travel north, but also beautiful lakes and streams and pine forests found

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inland from the ocean. Western Lakes and Mountains, Kennebec and Moose River Valleys, Katahdin/Moosehead/Highlands, and Aroostook County regions claim the largest of the lakes and mountains in the northeast.

This Guide is organized using the Region designations so that you can more easily find campground facilities in the areas you choose to visit.

MECOA campground members located in the Region are listed at the beginning of each Regional section.

A grid of services and facilities available at each campground as well as opening and closing dates is provided. For specific information such as site fees and availability, you must contact the campground directly. V

MAINE SIGNS Maine’s “Billboard Law” is intended to preserve the state’s scenic resources, but it affects the directional information available to travelers. You’ll probably need to look harder to find your way. To avoid confusion, we suggest the following: • Get directions before you leave. Brochures and web sites usually include directions, and campground owners will be happy to tell you how to reach them.

• Be sure to carry a recent map.

• Use available information centers.

• Signs can only indicate changes in direction. Make next available turn in direction sign arrow is pointing.

• Number indicates distance from sign to destination—after turn is complete.

• Sizes and layouts of signs are standardized; reflectorized signs will be blue with white lettering and standard symbols.

Standard Layout Campground Symbols

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See pages 93–96 for an alphabetical listing of member campgrounds.

Fort Kent

Aroostook County

Caribou

page 82 Presque Isle

Houlton

Millinocket

Kennebec & Moose River Valleys

Greenville

Katahdin • Moosehead • Highlands

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Calais

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Down East & Acadia

Bangor

Skowhegan

Eastport

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Farmington Rumford

Ellsworth Belfast

page 36 Auburn

Bar Harbor

Augusta

Lewiston

Mid-coast

Rockland

page 54 Boothbay Harbor

Freeport Portland

Portland • Freeport Old Orchard Beach

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Kennebunkport Ogunquit

South Coast • Beaches Kittery

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FOR REGIONAL INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT: South Coast/Beaches www.mainebeachesassociation.com Portland/Freeport www.visitportland.com Western Lakes & Mountains www.westernmaine.org Mid-coast www.mainesmidcoast.com Kennebec & Moose River Valleys www.kennebecvalley.org Down East & Acadia www.downeastacadia.com Katahdin/Moosehead/Highlands www.themainehighlands.com Aroostook www.visitaroostook.com

MAPS PROVIDED BY MAINE TOIURISM ASSOCIATION

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Maine’s Great Outdoors Awaits You

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N RECENT YEARS MAINE has marketed itself as the Outdoor Adventure Capital of the East. It’s a bold claim, but one that is easily

Simply put,

justified. After all, Maine stretches from the mountains to the sea and

offers everything from mountain climbing to sea kayaking, from whitewater rafting to wilderness canoeing adventures. And anything and everything in between.

TIM SEYMOUR

The truth is everything about Maine invites participation in the great outdoors. There are more than 5,000 miles of coastline to explore, Acadia National Park has a mountain to climb that is higher than any point on the east coast north of Rio de Janeiro, and Baxter State Park offers more than 204,000 acres and is brimming over with a 5,267-foot-high mountain just waiting to challenge hikers.

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But that’s merely the beginning. Simply put, for anyone looking for an outdoor adventure, Maine has it all. Freshwater fishing? Where do you want to start?

Maine has more than 6,000 lakes and ponds just waiting for you to drop a line, and knowledgeable guides ready to show you the best spots for perch, salmon, lake trout, pickerel, largemouth bass and brook trout. Licenses are available at most town offices and sporting camps.

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for anyone looking for an outdoor adventure, Maine has it all.

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Maine’s Diversity in Camping

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NE OF MAINE’S great qualities is its diversity in general and certainly in camping opportunities. (There are 210 campgrounds listed in this Guide—and all vary.) Because of this great diversity, it is advisable that you take some time to plan your vacation and campground choices.

Camping to some is a tent and to others a motorhome with all the modern conveniences of home—often requiring special facilities and hook-ups. Many camping families fall somewhere in between the two. There are campgrounds that offer what you need and desire. These vary from tiny, remote spots, to moderate sized campgrounds, to large resorts offering everything imaginable.

Campgrounds also vary widely in location and accessibility. This is significant because of

trip-planning in general, along with accessibility of things you want to see and do.

Consider what the campground offers and what the area offers. And finally, what facilities are offered to accommodate specific camping equipment. Campgrounds are as varied as campers.

It is suggested that you are as thoughtful about your campground selection(s) as you are about your travel destinations. What expectations do you have for a campground? Do you Continued on page 51

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A Few Tips to Get Started re you a first time camper unsure of just where and how to begin?

Whatever your age, interest or level of experience, this Guide is designed to get you started on years of successful camping excursions. Use it to contact campgrounds and plan care-free camping vacations.

First, decide what kind of camping experience you want: Back-to-nature, Outdoors sports oriented, Family oriented, Resort, Travel oriented, Long term/seasonal.

Secondly, consider possible destinations, whether city, quiet solitude, tourist attractions, shopping, natural landmarks, recreation areas or special events.

Third, use the Guide to locate campgrounds in the areas of your choice.

Contact the individual campgrounds for details on their amenities, services and activities.

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ALPHABETICAL LISTING OF MEMBER DEALERSHIPS & AVAILABLE SERVICES

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CALL OF THE WILD INC. (207) 539-4410 /539-2217 848 Main St., Rt. 26 Oxford, ME 04270 KEY #1, 2, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 16, 17, 20

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GOOD TIMES UNLIMITED, INC. (207) 778-3482 US Rt. 2, 372 Farmington Falls Rd. Farmington, ME 04938 KEY #1, 2, 4, 5, 12, 13, 20

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HARVEY RV’S (207) 990-5081, (888) 990-5081 2992 Broadway, Bangor, ME 04401 KEY #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 20

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HOULTON POWERSPORTS & RV CENTER (207) 532-4381 519 North St., Rt 1 Houlton, ME 04730 KEY #4, 5, 10, 12, 13, 16, 17, 20

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J & M CAMPERS, INC. (207) 623-4047, (800) 797-4047 653 Civic Center Dr. Augusta, ME 04330 KEY #1, 2, 4, 5, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20

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LEE’S FAMILY TRAILER SALES (207) 892-8308 Rt. 302, Windham, ME 04062 KEY #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 20 MCCLUSKEY’S RV CENTER (207) 762-1721 29 Houlton Rd., Presque Isle, ME 04769 KEY #1, 2, 4, 5, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 20 MID-COAST RV CENTER, INC. (207) 993-2788 Rt. 3, Palermo, ME 04354 KEY #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 17, 20 SCOTT’S RECREATION (207) 622-0672 746 Western Ave, Rt. 202 Manchester, ME 04351 KEY #1, 4, 5, 9, 10, 12, 13, 16, 17, 20

SEACOAST RV’S INC. (207) 282-3511 10 729 Portland Road, US Route One Saco, Maine 04072 KEY #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 12, 13, 16, 18, 20 WHITED MOTORHOME & RV (207) 786-3673 11 2160 Hotel Rd., Auburn, ME 04210 KEY #1, 2, 4, 5, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20

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Touring Maine V

ACATIONERS AND VISITORS will discover an impressive and surprising array of activities and natural beauty in

Maine. There is truly something for everyone.

Maine is divided into “Regions” in the GUIDE, and each Region has its own characteristics and allure. Whether you seek a faster-paced vacation with lots of activities and attractions nearby, or a slower-paced relaxing vacation just enjoying

Geographical differences around the state are impressive. Maine’s 3478-mile coastline is a major attraction and a vista of sandy beaches contrasted by the rugged rockbound shoreline. Here you will discover coves and harbors and the towns and villages of coastal Maine that are as diversified as the coast itself. Traveling Coastal U.S. Route 1 from Kittery to Eastport—with stops along the way—would be a vacation experience to remember while discovering the magnificent beauty of the coast as well as the incredible contrasts.

The southern coastal regions boast miles of sandy beaches.

Many attractions, great restaurants, antiquing and flea markets, artists and artisans, and countless shopping opportunities and factory outlets can be enjoyed. Among the most popularly visited towns are York, Ogunquit, Wells, Kennebunkport, Old Orchard Beach, Portland and Freeport.

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nature and scenery—Maine has it all.

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Other States’ Associations Alabama .............................................850-562-7151 www.alabama-camping.com Alaska ..................................................866-339-9082 www.alaskacampgrounds.net Arizona...............................................800-921-ATPA www.azrvparks.com California.........................................888-STAY-CTPA www.camp-california.com Camping Quebec ................................800-363-0457 www.campingquebec.com Colorado..............................................888-686-8549 www.campcolorado.com Connecticut ........................................860-521-4704 www.campconn.com Florida ................................................850-562-7151 www.floridacamping.com Georgia ................................................877-784-2782 www.garvc.com Idaho ...................................................800-VISIT-ID www.rvidaho.org Indiana ................................................800-837-7842 www.campindiana.com Illinois ..............................................860-895-CAMP www.illinoisgocamping.com Iowa .....................................................712-423-1387 www.gocampingiowa.org Kansas ................................................877-225-2782 www.ksrvparks.com Louisiana ............................................225-590-3084 www.campinglouisiana.com Maine ..................................................888-274-9030 www.campmaine.com Maryland ............................................301-271-7012 www.mdcamping.com Massachusetts.....................................508-394-3021 www.campmass.com Michigan .............................................888-406-2726 www.michcampgrounds.com Minnesota ...........................................651-778-2400 www.hospitalitymn.com Missouri ..............................................636-940-0111 www.campinmissouri.com Montana ..............................................406-656-7086 www.campingmontana.com National ARVC ....................................800-395-2267 www.gocampingamerica.com New Hampshire .................................800-822-6764 www.ucampnh.com New Mexico .........................................800-657-6555 www.campingnewmexico.com New York..............................................800-497-2669 www.nycampgrounds.com New Jersey ......................................800-2-CAMP-NJ www.newjerseycampgrounds.com North Carolina....................................800-906-0907 www.campingcarolinas.com Ohio .....................................................877-787-7748 www.ohiocamper.com Oklahoma ...........................................405-787-5992 www.gocampingok.com Ontario ...............................................877-672-2226 www.campinginontario.ca Oregon ................................................541-563-3485 www.camporca.com Pennsylvania.......................................888-660-7262 www.pacamping.com Rhode Island.......................................401-596-2766 www.ricampgrounds.com South Carolina....................................800-906-0907 www.campingcarolinas.com South Dakota .....................................605-666-4605 www.campsd.org Tennessee ...........................................931-487-9871 www.campintennessee.com Texas ...................................................800-657-6555 www.texascampgrounds.com Vermont ..............................................802-748-4334 www.campvermont.com Virginia ..............................................703-448-6863 www.virginiacampgrounds.com Wisconsin............................................800-843-1821 www.wisconsincampgrounds.com Wyoming ............................................307-733-1980 www.campwyoming.org

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Maine’s Fastest Growing RV Dealer!

• New & pre-owned travel trailers, motor homes, fifth wheels and park models all at one convenient location!

• Maine’s largest selection of RV parts, supplies & accessories in our spacious new 10,000 square foot SuperStore!

• Service, maintenance and repairs including emergency mobile service!

Open 7 Days a Week • LP Filling Station • RV Financing

Antigua 729 Portland Road · US Route One · Saco, Maine phone 207·282·3511 • www.seacoastrv.com Conveniently located on Route One in Saco, only 1/4 mile south of Funtown Splashtown, 3 miles from Old Orchard Beach and 17 miles from Wells. From Maine Turnpike (I-95), take Saco Exit 36, proceeding after toll booth to Exit 2B (Saco, Portland Road, Route 1 North). We’re just a half mile North on the right.

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AINE’S SOUTH COAST is known as the “Gateway to Maine” and is best known for its 30+ miles of sandy beaches, ranging from the bustling, family friendly variety to quiet, relatively unknown coves and undisturbed places of beauty. Beaches are just one of the attractions of the region though. The South

Coast of Maine is also recognized for its shopping, dining, amusements and wide range of local arts and culture.

Shopping in the Maine Beaches Region offers visitors a variety of options from the hundreds of stores that make up the Kittery Outlet Malls to the quiet downtown boutiques of Kennebunkport.

It is also no wonder that the stretch of Route 1 running from York to Arundel is known as the Antique Mile with dozens of stores stock full of treasures just waiting to be discovered.

While visiting the Maine Beaches Region, guests are treated to a milieu of culinary choices. There is an abundance of traditional Maine seaside fare such as lobster in drawn butter or lobster rolls overflowing with chunks of tender meat. Diners can try

international faire prepared by renowned chefs from all over the world, choose a down home meal cooked behind the counter or enjoy saltwater taffy, pizza and hand cut french fries while relaxing at the beach.

Kids of all ages will love the Maine Beaches Region amusements and midways around the area. Funtown/Splashtown, USA is home to the new Wild Mouse Roller Coaster and Palace Playland Amusement Park in Old Orchard Beach is the only remaining oceanfront midway in New England. Or head over to York’s Wild Kingdom to visit animals from all over the world, Continued on page 20

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OVERLOOKING THE OCEAN COASTAL WELLS U.S. ROUTE 1 WELLS

SOUTH COAST • BEACHES

OVERLOOKING THE OCEAN Miles of Beautiful Sandy Beaches BIG RIGS WELCOME

5 Miles to Ogunquit or Kennebunkport

Sea-Vu Features Wireless Internet 50 Amp • Cable TV Pool with Patio • Kiddie Pool Mini Golf • Rec Field Recreation Hall/Function Room Aerobic Dance Classes • Playground Basketball • Horseshoes • Bocce Store • LP Gas • Leashed Pets Welcome

1733 Post Rd., PO Box 67 Wells, ME 04090 (207) 646-7732 www.sea-vucampground.com

Enjoy the Picturesque View of the Ocean and Wells Harbor

Leave Maine Turnpike (Interstate 95) at Exit 19-Wells, Maine.

Turn left onto Route 109 and 9 and go 1 1/2 miles to intersection.

Turn left onto Route 1. Campground is 4/10’s miles from the intersection on the right hand side of Route 1 next to a church.

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Within Immediate Area Boat Launching, Rentals and Sailing Deep Sea Fishing and Excursions Playland • Funtown • Aquaboggan Lobster Pounds • Restaurants Antique Car Museum • Area Shops Factory Outlets • Flea Markets Auctions • Fairs • Historic Sites Ogunquit Playhouse • Movie Theatre

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CLEAN • QUIET • PRISTINE MAINE WOODS SETTING Reservations accepted beginning March 1, 2010.

Open May 14 - Sept. 19 Sunny inground pool. Wooded and open field sites. Located two miles from York and Ogunquit beaches.

1740 Rte. One, Cape Neddick, ME 03902

(207)363-3626 www.dixonscampground.com

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Since 1923 Directly on the Ocean in York Harbor Greater Availability of Sites Pre and Post Peak Season 18

Libby’s Oceanside Camp Adjacent to 1 1/2 mile Sandy Beach.

Free WiFi

Full hook-ups with 50 amp and Cable TV available.

P. O. Box 40, US Route 1-A • York Harbor, ME 03911 GPS: 725 York Street, York ME 03909

207-363-4171 • libbysoceancamping.com • Open May 15 to Oct. 15 Maine Campground Owners Association • www.campmaine.com

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Camping amidst acres of shady pines & apple orchards. www.hidnpines.com

Heated Pool • Snack Bar Playground • Rec Room

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Harvestfest in York Village is a three-day celebration in October each year that draws upwards of 40,000 visitors.

Events include of live entertainment, juried crafts, a traditional ox roast, Kidsfest, a pumpkin stroll and fireworks.

Patriots Day in Ogunquit celebrates patriotism with an annual Patriots Day Weekend celebration. Go back to the community’s roots, with historical characters walking the streets, musterings, and fife & drum concerts.

There is also a craft show, tours of the Ogunquit Playhouse, a kids’ carnival, cookout, taste-tests, and casino night to round out the weekend.

The Old Orchard Beach Car Show is held each September where hundreds of antique and classic automobiles are on display. The event offers trophies in 25 classes, music, food, games, raffle giveaways, 50/50 drawings, and other entertainment.

Annual La Kermesse Festival in Biddeford—huge block party featuring traditional foods—late June.

The Wells Chili Fest each August is a one-day event only featuring the Maine State Chili Cook-Off. The event is sanctioned by the International Chili Society and winners in various categories (Chili, Chili Verde, and Salsa) may qualify to advance to the World Chili Championship Cook-Offs 2009.

Christmas Prelude in Kennebunkport is a spirited 10-day Christmas celebration packed with traditional holiday festivities including shopping, lighted walks, caroling, food, entertainment and a tree lighting celebration. This event rivals only the 4th of July in this small seaside community.

Additional regional information may be found by calling 207-748-3203 or visiting www.mainebeachesassociation.com and www.visitmaine.com

Tenting to Full Hook-ups Cable TV & 50 Amp Avail.

Seasonal & RV Camping Caravans Welcome Open & Shaded Sites Pool • Paved Roads Picnic Tables/ Fireplaces

Beach Acres 563M Post Road Wells, ME 04090

207.646.5612 Located between Kennebunk & Ogunquit Local Trolley Service available Easy Access - Just off Route 1 (76 Eldridge Rd.) www.beachacres.com

Family Owned and Operated.

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Saco/Old Orchard Beach Close to Funtown & the Beach!

W/E/S Hook-ups with Cable 30/50 Amp Pull-thrus Great Tent and Pop-up Sites Kabins and Rental Units Activities and Heated Pool Trolley to Beach in Summer Impeccably Cared for Park Free and Reliable Wi-Fi

800-562-1886 207-282-0502 www.sacokoa.com 814 Portland Road, Saco, ME 04072

I-95 to Exit 36. 1 Mile to Exit 2B. 1.6 mi. N on Hwy 1, turn left.

President's & Founder's Award Winning KOA

South Coast • Beaches Continued from page 14 including a rare White Bengal Tiger, and then take a ride on the original carousel in the amusement side of the park.

The fun doesn’t stop when the sun sets in the Maine Beaches Region either! Home to the Ogunquit Playhouse, the Maine Beaches Region boasts Broadway quality shows starring well known actors and actresses like Sally Struthers and Lorenzo Lamas. Additionally, the area has a plethora of entertainment venues showcasing acts from acoustic performances and piano bars to high energy bands keeping the dance floors packed until last call. The Maine Beaches Region is also the perfect destination to visit galleries and art associations displaying the works of local, national and international artists.

As if there wasn’t enough to do, the Maine Beaches Region, because of its natural beauty and preserved seaside environment, is a wonderful place for nature enthusiasts and recreationists. Whether hiking, sailing, biking or kayaking is your thing, the area provides the idea backdrop for your outdoor activities.

Other activities and points of interest in the area include: • The John Paul Jones Memorial in Kittery commemorates the site where in 1777 the U.S.S. Ranger was built and launched.

• The Old York Historical Society includes seven historic buildings dating back to the 18th century, including the Old Gaol, one of the oldest public buildings in the U.S. (1719).

• The Wells Auto Museum features more than 75 cars from 1900 to 1963, including gas, steam and electric powered vehicles.

• The Brick Store Museum in Kennebunk offers an architectural walking tour along Main Street and “Sea Captain’s Row.” Visitors will view a variety of 19th century architectural styles, both commercial and domestic.

• The Seashore Trolley Museum in Kennebunkport features the largest collection of trolley cars in the United States.

• The Old Orchard Beach Pier is an old fashioned boardwalk lined with shops, Continued on page 22

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Family Camping at its best!

Private wooded sites and open field sites Water and Electric • Inground Pool Hot Showers • Laundry Facilities Night security • Fireplaces • Picnic Tables

Beaches Minutes Away

128 North Village Road Wells, Maine 04090 207-646-2492

Visit our web site at: www.pinederosa.com Email us at: info@pinederosa.com

Quiet, Secluded and Peaceful Area

BEACHES

Country Camping Near the Shore Convenient to Area Beaches Open May 1 to Sept. 30

Directions: ME Turnpike to Exit 32 in Biddeford, pay toll, turn left, go 1 mile to 3 rd set of lights, stay in right hand lane, cross US Route 1 to West Street between the cemetery and Burger King. 4½ miles to Shamrock on left.

Sites with 3-Way Hookups or 2-Way Hookups Tent Sites on Pond Fireplaces & Picnic Tables Free Hot Showers Near 4 Area Beaches Near 6 Golf Courses Swimming Pool Fishing in Pond Paddle Boats Playground Basketball Volleyball Approx. 30 Minutes to Freeport’s LL Bean & Outlets Approx. 20 Minutes to Maine Mall or Sanford Mall Art Classes at Cape Porpoise by Local Artists.

Camper Rentals

391 West Street • Biddeford ME 04005

207-284-4282 www.shamrockrvpark.com • welliott@maine.rr.com Maine Camping Guide 2010

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Located on the Saco River 50 Amp Pull Thru’s RV and Tent Sites Wooded Area • Game Room Water, Electric & Sewer Showers • Laundry Seasonals Welcome Canoe Rentals WOODALL’S

610 New County Rd. Route 5 Biddeford, ME 04005

207-282-6445 www.homesteadbytheriver.com • info@homesteadbytheriver.com

South Coast • Beaches Continued from page 20 games, pubs and dining, and extends 1000 plus feet into the Atlantic Ocean.

• The Counting House Museum of South Berwick is a repository for documents, photographs and historic curiosities covering a wide spectrum of community life in and around the Berwicks, site of the first permanent settlement in Maine.

• The Marginal Way Scenic Walk in Ogunquit is a 1¼ mile breathtaking path along breathtaking views of the ocean along a craggy shoreline.

• Mt. Agamenticus consists of more than 10,000 acres and is located within an additional 30,000 acre expanse of conservation land in southern Maine and maintains miles of trails for hikers, bikers, equestrians and ATVs. • The Cape Neddick Lighthouse (Nubble Light) is located on a small, rocky island a short distance off the eastern point of Cape Neddick, about two miles north of the entrance to the York River and York Harbor. Illuminated for the first time in 1879, the Nubble is one of the most recognized icons located in the Maine Beaches Region.

• The Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1966 in cooperation with the State of Maine to protect valuable salt marshes and estuaries for migratory birds. The refuge hosts a myriad of events and activities and offers miles of trails for hiking and birding.

• Fort McClary, built in the early 1700s, is a series of ocean front buildings that made up a key defense site during the Revolutionary and Civil Wars. Visitors are invited to explore the property and remaining buildings, which includes the original Block House.

• Walker’s Point in Kennebunkport Maine is the summer home of 41st President of the United States, George Herbert Walker Bush. While not open to the public, Walker Point is visible from the water, and parts of the property from the road.

• The East Point Sanctuary in Biddeford Pool is maintained by the Maine Audubon Society, and is considered to be one of the premier birding spots on the northeast coast.

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HEAVENLEE ACRES CAMPGROUND This Campground is Heavenlee!!!

75 Cemetery Road Lebanon, Maine 04027 (207) 457-1260

www.heavenleeacres.com heavenlee@metrocast.net Resident Owners: Larry & Barbara Godfrey Peaceful, country setting with spacious tree shaded sites offer privacy but neighborly camping.

Join us and make your vacation experience “Heavenlee.”

Tent and camper rentals available

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Mon-Sat 9-9, Sun 10-6 / Rte. 1, Kittery, ME / 888-587-6246 / ktp.com

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yet close enough to lakes and ocean beaches to enjoy all the area offers!

Walnut Grove Campground Alfred, Maine

50 Amp, Cable TV & Wi-Fi Available

Recreation • Swimming Pool • Playground • Large Rec Hall w/Pool Table, Ping Pong and Arcade Games • Wagon Rides • Horseshoes • Volleyball • Basketball • Walking, Biking & ATV Trails

Our campers often remark on the generous size of our sites!

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Maine’s Mid-coast Region is more diversified in not only its coastline, but its development and lifestyle as well. Sandy beaches—with a few exceptions near the Bath area—are generally shorter and more intermingled with the rocky coast, coves and harbors. A noticeable contrast is evident when visiting harbors; lobster and fishing boats are contrasted by harbors of beautiful privately owned power and sailboats. Commercially owned excursion boats await you. Commercial attractions are fewer, but quaint villages have an allure all their own. Diversified accommodations, dining and shopping are available.

Popularly visited towns include Bath, Brunswick, Boothbay, Boothbay Harbor, Rockland, Camden, Belfast, Searsport and Bucksport. The region offers an appealing mixture of natural beauty and a slower pace but plenty to see and do.

Maine’s northern most coast includes many smaller, quiet communities contrasted by the hub of activity of the Ellsworth—Bar Harbor—Acadia National Park area. The contrasts here are incredible. Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park are among the most popularly visited areas in the state, and with good reason because of the natural and commercial activities available.

Traveling northeast along the coast, continue to discover Maine’s “Downeast” as it is popularly called. Smaller villages and scenic coves continue to contrast with a rugged, rocky coastline. There are fewer extensive facilities for visitors. However, you will find Machias, Eastport and Calais—on the Canadian border—ready and anxious to host travelers. While in this area, another popularly visited area is Continued on page 25

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Special Theme Weekends • BBQ’s Live Entertainment Holiday Weekends

Our Rec Hall has lots of room for Activities, Movie Time & Special Events!

Facilities • Campground Store • Propane Station • Homemade Doughnuts Sat. mornings • Snack Bar Open on Weekends • 93 Large Open Grassy or Wooded Sites • Fireplaces and Picnic Tables • Full Hookups - W, E, S • Modern Restrooms • Laundromat • Dumping Station & Pumping Service • Most Supervised Pets Allowed Seasonal Sites Small Groups Welcome

Lakefront camping near the ocean.

Located between Bucksport and Ellsworth.

Nearby • Area Lakes and Beaches • MX 207 Racetrack • Historic Willowbrook • Shopping & Restaurants

Open May 1st to Columbus Day www.walnutgrovecampground.net

599 Gore Road • Alfred ME 04002

207-324-1207 E-mail: walnutgrove@roadrunner.com Easy on your gas tank too!

Just 30 minutes from Maine Tpk. Exit (mile) 19, Wells.

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Lubec—home of the famous red and white striped West Quoddy lighthouse—and Campobello Island—home of President F. D. Roosevelt’s summer estate.

Leaving the coastal region, U.S. Route 1 continues to travel north along the Canadian border through the eastern edge of Aroostook County. Here you have seemingly entered yet another world. “The County” for decades was world famous for its potatoes and many farms still grow countless acres of potatoes while other farmers have started growing other crops in demand. In a good part of the region, the spanses of flat open fields are impressive.

These are particularly beautiful during August when all the potato blossoms are in bloom. The cities and towns of Houlton, Presque Isle, Caribou, Fort Fairfield and Fort Kent offer pleasing facilities for visitors. There are many smaller lakes and river waterways in the region. Westward and southward leads to the northern end of the famous Allagash Wilderness Waterway—a naturalist’s delight.

Traveling south from Aroostook County, there are choices to be made in the Medway-Millinocket area. To the west is Maine’s “Wilderness Region” and Baxter State Park. Or continue south to the city of Bangor which offers travelers most everything they would need or want to find. The Bangor area is a central location for day trips to either popular Moosehead Lake to the west or the Bar Harbor/Acadia National Park area to the east. From Bangor, traveling south will lead to central Maine—Waterville, the Capital City of Augusta and Lewiston-Auburn.

Moosehead Lake—Maine’s largest lake— and the region offer another gateway to Maine’s wilderness and Baxter State Park. The communities of Greenville, Rockwood and Jackman provide facilities for travelers.

Traveling southwest from Greenville and south from Jackman you will discover “The Forks” and the Kennebec River—one of the most popular whitewater rafting areas in the state along with the Millinocket area. The primary road in the region is Route 201.

Moving southward and staying in the western part of Maine, will lead through the Kennebec Valley Region—home of Continued on page 27

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Touring Maine

“Providing a Northern Maine Atmosphere with Southern Maine Convenience.”

Just Minutes to Local Beaches, Family Attractions, Gift Shops, Shopping, Antique Stores and Restaurants.

Open May 15th – October 15th Large Wooded Sites with Fire Pits and Picnic Tables, Water, Sewer, Electric, 50 Amp, Cable TV, Wi-Fi Store, Laundry and Modern Restrooms.

www.hemlockgrovecampground.com 1299 Portland Rd.• Rte. 1 • Arundel, ME 04046

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many beautiful lakes and rivers—and continue into Maine’s Western Lakes and Mountains Region. (Primary roads are Route 2, Route 202, Route 302 and Route 26.) The region is a contrast of larger towns and tiny towns, beautiful lakes and rivers, and rugged foothills and mountains. Both geographically and commercially, the region is one of contrasts. The northern area of the Rangeley area contrasts with the western Bethel area (close to the New Hampshire boundary) and to the more southern Sebago-Long Lake area.

Sebago Lake, Maine’s second largest lake, is another hub of activity. The Windham-Naples-Bridgton areas offer accommodations and facilities for the very popular Sebago-Long Lake area. In addition to many lakes, canoeing the Saco River is a major attraction. Plus the area is easily accessible from either Portland, Maine or North Conway, New Hampshire.

A number of popular areas have been mentioned in providing this overview of Maine. A sense of the state’s geographical and commercial contrasts is evident. Not included are many towns and noteworthy points of interest and side trips. Wherever you may choose as a destination, you should have the vacation of a lifetime. Here you may truly get “out of the rush” if you choose, and just enjoy some quality peace and quiet.

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Big Rigs Welcome (50 Amp Service) RV Friendly No Low Branches Paved Roads Level Sites • Drive-Thrus Easy In - Easy Out Carpeted Patios 50/30/20 Amp • Cable TV On the Extensive Trolley Route Tent Pavilion w/Movies Municipal Water • Sewer

FREE WI-FI ALL SITES

One Mile to Beaches Heated Pool Fitness Room Large Store • Laundry 2 Playgrounds Rec Room • Rec Fields Bocce Ball Volley Ball Horseshoes Tent Sites w/Electric Open & Shaded Sites

BEACHES

L K WHAT YOU CAN WALK TO

Beaches • 7 Screen Movie Theatre • Mini-Golf Restaurants • Pizza Parlor • McDonald’s • Bakery • Supermarket Shopping • Factory Outlets • Drug Store • Spirit Shop • Banks Easy Access to Gas & Diesel Fuel • and much more

Inquire about Our Early Bird Program

©MARTIN HARWOOD

Visit us at: www.wellsbeach.com

West Quoddy Head Light, Lubec

Maine Camping Guide 2010

Wells Beach Resort 1000 Post Road US Route 1 • Wells, ME 04090 Family Owned and Operated

1-800-640-CAMP Co-ordinates: Lat. 43° 18.22’ - Lon. 70° 35.16’

In the Top 3% of All Woodalls Rated Campgrounds Rated among the Top 300 Parks in North America

by Trailer Life

Take Exit 19 off ME Turnpike in Wells. Turn left (East) onto Rte. 109. Turn right (South) onto U.S. Rte.1. Go 1.4 miles to Campground on the right, next to McDonald’s.

Open May 15 - Oct. 15

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Maine’s Great Outdoors Awaits

Lee's Family Trailer Sales & Service OVER 280 NEW & USED UNITS IN STOCK

5000 sq. ft. Accessory Store Full Service Facility Estimates and Repairs On Road Service Calls LP Gas - Metered In-house Financing Complete Service Area Consignments Welcome Complete Collision Repair

Route 302 • Windham, ME

sales@leesfamilytrailer.com

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

www.leesfamilytrailer.com

(207) 892-8308 • 1-800-640-9276

Swimming and Fishing on Spring Fed Lake Boats for Rent

Camp Store Firewood 50 Sites Water & Electric Hookups • Free WiFi Dump Station Sorry, No Dogs Your Hosts: The Stoney Family

207-324-6594 • Open May 1st - Columbus Day

www.scottscovecamping.com scottscove@roadrunner.com Scott’s Cove Camping Area • Box 761 • Alfred, ME 04002 Conveniently located just 1/2 mile off Route 202

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Continued from page 9 Saltwater fishing? Opportunities abound.

Jig for mackerel close to shore or troll and cast for stripped bass, bluefish or bluefin tuna on a charter boat off shore. No license is even required.

Want to try your hand at fly-fishing?

No problem. Maine has hundreds, maybe thousands of spots in which you can try your luck. Truth to tell, sporting camps and fly-fishing camps have been around Maine since the Civil War and fly-fishermen and women come from all over the world to cast their lines in Maine’s waters.

Wildlife watching? Where would you like to start? Whale-watching, puffin watching and bird watching are at all time highs in popularity and Maine offers everything from wildlife parks to aquariums, from inland wetlands to forests teeming with moose, bear and white-tailed deer.

Naturally, these are all wild animals and care must always be exercised when approaching, filming or watching these wonders of nature.

Golf? Easy. Maine has 130 courses that will test the mettle of any golfer while offering varied terrains, well-maintained fairways and greens and, best of all, shorter waits for tee times. Add plenty of natural beauty and wildlife and you’ll be anxious to tell your friends back home all about your golf experience in Maine.

Hiking? Pick a spot — any spot. There are literally thousands of quiet mountain or island trails that offer solitude and a wilderness experience that will get you away from the crowds and give you a chance to think and reflect what’s really important in life.

Biking? From the western mountains and the rolling hills of north and central Maine to the coastal plains and sandy beaches of the south and Down East, Maine has all types of terrain suited for biking. Experienced Maine cyclists have even identified 21 scenic bike tours designed for bikers of all levels. The tours range from 20 miles to just over 100 miles and all begin and end at the same location.

What more could you ask?

Whitewater rafting? Maine has 15 outfitters waiting to get you out on the Penobscot, Kennebec and Dead Rivers for the time of your life. Regular dam releases ensure enough water to challenge even

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the hardiest and most experienced of rafters. Of course, it’s not all deep drops and rushing water—there are plenty of less challenging opportunities for firsttimers and children to enjoy this popular Maine sport.

Canoeing or kayaking? Certainly.

Excursions for both can be arranged through outfitters or guides and there are spectacular canoe trips available through Maine’s great North Woods on the St. John, St. Croix or Machias Rivers. The Saco River in Southern Maine offers its own brand of canoe trips as it wends its way through marshland, inlets and through areas motorists never get to see. Of course, that’s just one possibility. Maine is crisscrossed with streams, rivers and waterways that allow for canoe trips of any length through all kinds of wilderness. Kayaking offers the same stunning opportunity for adventure and sea kayaking is becoming popular in bays and harbors up and down the Maine Coast.

Naturally there are many other outdoor activities available in Maine, including parasailing, llama trekking, gold panning, mountain climbing and mountain biking. For those looking for something a bit less strenuous, activities abound. Consider exploring Maine’s Art Museum Trail, the Maine Maritime Heritage Trail, the Maine Garden and Landscape Trail and the KennebecChaudiere International Heritage Trail that brings history alive from the Province of Quebec south through Augusta to the coast of Maine.

For motorists looking for a bit of a scenic adventure, Maine is distinguished by having four nationally designated Scenic Byways. One, the Acadia Byway through Acadia National Park is also one of only 15 All-American Roads found in the United States. The other federally designated roadways include The Old Canada Road Scenic Byway, The Rangeley Lakes Scenic Byway and the Schoodic Scenic Byway. All have spectacular views, are of historic significance and offer dramatic natural beauty. Sound inviting? You bet. If you’re looking for soft-adventure, for hard-adventure or for an outdoor experience second to none, think Maine. No, don’t just think Maine—visit Maine. It’s one of America’s great places.

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We invite you to experience our friendly and courteous atmosphere here at the Red Apple Campground.

Complimentary park wide “High Speed WiFi” (wireless internet) Complimentary use of business center — including fax, copier and computer Complimentary newspaper delivered right to your site each morning Complimentary coffee, tea and hot chocolate Superb customer service!

Facilities rated WWWWW by Woodall’s!

CABI RENTALN S

Trailer Life Rated 8.5–10*–10!

111 Sinnott Road • Kennebunkport, Maine 04046

207-967-4927

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Portland’s Old Port CHRIS LAWRENCE

Portland • Freeport T

HE GREATER PORTLAND REGION offers beautiful vistas, succulent lobster, stately lighthouses, outdoor adventures, exceptional shopping, miles of unspoiled sand beaches, and a vibrant night life… everything you’ve come to expect from a Maine

vacation, all within a 15 mile radius of the state’s largest metropolitan area.

Portland boasts the cultural attractions of a much larger city while retaining a friendly, small-town atmosphere. The brick and cobblestone streets of the Old Port are lined with artisans’ shops, galleries and boutiques, and fishermen still unload their catch on the working waterfront.

Whether you prefer the unique boutiques of the Old Port, or easy access to Maine’s largest Mall with National stores, or a trip to Freeport to enjoy Maine’s most famous outfitter L.L. Bean, the Greater Portland region has shopping opportunities for every taste.

Portland is home to spectator sports including hockey, baseball and basketball sports teams, a symphony orchestra, multiple theatre companies, and the Portland Museum of Art, one of the best art museums in New England.

The city has become a foodie destination with a wide range of culinary offerings, from the renowned lobster roll to fine dining.

Maine chefs have earned accolades from James Beard to Maine Lobster Chef of the Year for innovative preparation of our fresh seafood, and locally procured produce. Harvest on the Harbor, Maine’s Premier Food and Wine Experience, is the Greater Portland Convention & Visitors Bureau’s toast to Maine’s culinary arts. This three day event brings together local creative chefs, locally grown and harvested foods, and the excellence of Maine products—a perfect opportunity to experience the flavors of Maine, all on the magnificent coast during the beautiful harvest season.

Perfect for a family getaway Portland offers children an exploratory experience at the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Continued on page 32

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Campground Weekly Events Include: Ice Cream Socials ◆ Barbecues Hayrides and more!

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All campgrounds have a Map Location Number; see map on adjacent page for campground location. Bold names have display ads.

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Freeport Pownal Cedar Haven Campground Freeport Desert Dunes of Maine CG Freeport DLC Freeport Freeport Village Campground Freeport Freeport/Durham KOA Freeport Recompence Shore Campsites Freeport Wassamki Springs Campground Portland Winslow Memorial Park & CG Freeport

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Phone (207)

688-4421 B6 688-4712 B6 865-6254 C7 865-6962 C6 353-5535 A7 865-9227 C6 888-562-5609 B6 865-9307 D7 839-4276 G3 865-4198 D6

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In the Region…

FrostbiteME—A cultural, artistic and recreational event celebrating Maine’s GLBT community. March.

Old Port Festival (Portland)—Sidewalk sales, crafts, food booths, children’s activities, music & live entertainment.

First Sunday in June.

L.L. Bean Summer Concert Series (Freeport)—Saturday evening performances in L.L. Bean’s Discovery Park. National acts and Maine’s hottest local talents. June -September.

Yarmouth Clam Festival—Parade, races, entertainment, games, arts & crafts, and all the clams you can eat! July.

Portland’s Alive at Five Concerts— Thursday evening concerts from 58pm in Portland’s Monument Square.

July and August Tommy’s Park, Downtown Portland

Portland • Freeport Continued from page 30 Maine and the Portland Observatory.

Greater Portland is also home to four lighthouses, the most famous of these being the picturesque Portland Headlight and museum, commissioned in 1791 by George Washington.

Enjoy a day on Casco Bay visiting islands with the Casco Bay Ferries, relax on a traditional vintage schooner or windjammer, take a whale watch cruise or try hauling lobster in a real lobster boat— all from the center of downtown Portland.

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• The Portland Museum of Art—Maine’s largest art museum, featuring Maine works by Homer, Wyeth and Hartley.

(207) 775-6148 • The Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine—A state of-the-art, hands-on educational facility. (207) 828-1234 • The Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum—Discover the unique twofoot gauge trains that linked rural Maine to the rest of the world. (207) 828-0814 Continued on page 34

Harvest on the Harbor, Maine’s premier food and wine experience—A three day celebration of local foods, exceptional wines from around the world, local beer and spirits, amazing chefs and presentations, and fun on Portland’s waterfront. October.

Light up the Holidays—Downtown Portland is alive with joy-filled celebrations on its streets and many special events. End of November and December.

Sparkle Weekend (Freeport)—Parade, carolers, Santa, horse-drawn carriage rides. Early December.

For additional regional information visit www.visitportland.com and www.visitmaine.com

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Winslow Memorial Park and Campground

Portland • Freeport

alongside the ocean in freeport, maine

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Just minutes from Maine’s premier Shopping Experience!

Located at the end of Staples Point Road, Freeport, Maine

including the L.L. Bean flagship store

Day use and Sheltered Group Area Rentals available!

Please call for availability.

Park Manager: Bart Carhart Mailing Address: 30 Main Street, Freeport, ME 04032 207-865-9052 (winter telephone number) winslowpark@freeportmaine.com

www.freeportmaine.com

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101 camp sites, 23 waterfront No hookups, dump station available for campers Pets welcome Modern bathroom facilities with free showers Picnicking, playground and scenic walking trails Tidal beach and tidal boat launching Summer concert series, Thursday evenings July and August Harb Cottage rental based on lottery. To participate in 2011 weekly summer rental, please call the Gatehouse during camping season.

Camping Season: Memorial Day Weekend through Columbus Day (May 27 to October 11, 2010)

Reservations Call 207-865-4198 Starting on May 3rd, 2010, reservations can be made by calling (207) 865-4198.

BLUEBERRY POND CAMPING

• The Victoria Mansion in Portland—A magnificent 1858-60 Victorian home with original furniture, carpets, chandeliers, paintings and wall decorations.

(207) 772-4841 • The Wadsworth-Longfellow House (Portland)—Childhood home of poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. (207) 774-1822 • The Maine Mall (South Portland)— Features more than 135 stores, and the hub of many nearby stores, restaurants and theaters. (207) 774-0303

IDEAL TENTING AND RVing • POOL

• Freeport USA—Picturesque historical village boasting over 200 retail shops and businesses. (207) 865-1212

Welcome to the peaceful deep-green environment of the Maine woods, out of the reach of the ocean fog. We invite you to explore our woods, nature trails, old stone walls and above all else the fresh air, birds and the “peepers.” Grill lobster, steak, fish and clams over our fire pits. Take an easy hike to Bradbury Mountain while nibbling on blueberries and raspberries on the way.

Cruise Excursions on Casco Bay/ Portland Tours—A variety of day and sunset trips including deep-sea fishing, whale watching, educational, and scenic tours:

Come & Enjoy • L.L. BEAN & OUTLETS 4 MILES

• Atlantic Adventures Deep Sea Fishing— Deep Sea fishing at its best! (207) 838-9902

218 Poland Range Rd. • POWNAL, MAINE 04069

May 15 – October 31 • BILL & DONNA HOOPER

Tel. (207) 688-4421 • Toll Free 1-877-290-1381 www.blueberrycampground.com • fun@blueberrycampground.com

• Casco Bay Lines—Year round narrated cruises, private charters and island commuter service. (207) 774-7571 • Lucky Catch Cruises—A chance to experience first hand how to catch a lobster.

(207) 761-0941 • Maine Foodie Tours—TASTE your way through the charming Old Port with Portland’s newest culinary tour. (207) 233-7485 • Maine Sailing Adventures—Two-hour public and private Maine windjammer sail in Casco Bay. (207) 749-9169 • Portland Discovery Land & Sea Tours— Narrated tours of the city and the bay.

(207) 774-0808 • Portland Schooner Company—Step aboard one of two Maine-built classic wooden schooners for a tour of Casco Bay. (207) 766-2500 • Odyssey Whale Watch and Charters— Fully narrated whale watching aboard a 65 ft. custom-built boat. (207) 775-0727 Recreational activities—Your chance to be active outside amongst Maine’s natural beauty: L.L. Bean Outdoor Discovery Schools— Unique outdoor experiences for all skill levels. (207) 552-3261 Maine Island Kayak—Sea Kayak Casco Bay. (207) 766-2327 V

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Closest Campground to Portland Near Ocean Beaches, Casco Bay, Shopping and Attractions

PORTLAND •

Ask for details about getting 10% off by mentioning this ad.

Recreation

FREEPORT

Planned Activities and Fun on Your Own!

Free Scheduled Activities on Weekends for All Ages Sandy Beach • Swimming Fishing • Boat Rentals Pavilion/Gameroom/Arcade Playgrounds • Sports Fields

Live Entertainment Weekend Hayrides

30 Acre Private Lake One Mile Sandy Beach In the Area

Portland Headlight

Within 10 - 15 Minutes Maine Mall - Maine's Largest Cabela's • Old Port & Casco Bay Movie Theatres • 7 Golf Courses Ocean Beaches and Cruises Amusement Parks • Harness Racing 25 Minutes to L.L. Bean

Directions: From Maine Turnpike (I-95), take Exit 46 and go 4 miles west on Rt. 22 to intersection of Saco St. Turn right and go 2/10 mile.

Maine Camping Guide 2010

Facilities Lakefront, Shaded or Open Sites Store • Snack Bar • Laundry E,W,S Hook-ups • 50 Amp Available FREE WiFi • Tel. Hook-ups Big Rigs Welcome • Seasonal Sites

Wassamki Springs 56 Saco Street Scarborough, ME 04074

(207) 839-4276

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Western Lakes & Mountains M

AINE’S WESTERN LAKES AND MOUNTAINS Region is truly a four-season destination. Not only is the region close, its one hour from the Portland Jetport; it’s also family-friendly, safe and affordable.

The region is a study in contrasts, from the hustle bustle of Lewiston-Auburn to the rural Sebago Lakes area to the quiet serenity and winding back roads of quaint New England villages like Bethel, Norway, Farmington, and Rangeley.

Best known for its crystal clear lakes and rugged mountain ranges, the region also offers many outdoor activities including water sports, fishing, hiking, biking, golf-

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ing and skiing.

When it’s time to relax and refuel, choose from many great restaurants in the area. You might enjoy a handcrafted brew at a local pub, or a family outing to the homemade frozen custard stand.

If you’re looking for a unique experience, there are opportunities to enjoy llama trekking or digging in quarries for gemstones and minerals such as Continued on page 46

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Western Maine Mountains

HARRY TOWNSEND

Canoe & Bike Rentals Fishing • Hiking Swimming Pool Playground

Visit the Maine Camping Guide Web Sites:

PO Box 92 • W. Bethel, ME 04286

207-836-2000

WESTERN LAKES & MOUNTAINS

www.campmaine.com www.campmainerentals.com

Big Rigs & Tenters Welcome 20/30/50 Amp Service • Some Seasonals

Spring, Summer or Fall, Maine Camping has it all!

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AMPING IN MAINE during the summer months is a popular pastime for thousands of guests annually.

Many campgrounds open early and close late, extending well beyond the reaches of the summer months. Why not enjoy Maine in the spring and fall? Many campgrounds and businesses alike are open for the season and anxious to welcome our state’s visitors. Numerous campgrounds offer reduced off-season rates! Popular tourist areas and attractions are less crowded.

The spring months offer fresh vitality not only to nature, but to seasonal businesses and travelers alike. These beautiful weeks preceding the official start of summer offer campers an excellent opportunity to enjoy each day to its fullest.

Many of our state’s guests leave for another year at the close of Labor Day weekend, missing the glorious fall months. When the crowds diminish, those who remain are at liberty to enjoy the sights and magnificent fall foliage.

Barring local frosts, northern and northwestern portions of Maine are at their best during the last week in September.

Eastern and central Maine follow suit during the first week in October; while the southern and coastal regions reach full color about the middle of October.

Maine is also home to over twenty Agricultural Fairs, the majority of which are held during the months of August and September, winding up with the famous Fryeburg Fair the first full week of October.

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All campgrounds have a Map Location Number; see map on adjacent page for campground location. Bold names have display ads.

Red names are seasonal RV sites only (call for more info) CAMPGROUND

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Phone (207)

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1 Acres of Wildlife Campground Steep Falls

675-2267 J3 43 50

2 Bethel Outdoor Adventure & CG

Bethel

800-533-3607 E2

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3 Black Brook Cove Campground

Oquossoc

486-3828 A1

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693-3129 H3

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Naples

693-6652 H3 40 50 C 40

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Kingfield

265-4599 A5

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Weld

585-2200 C4

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Naples

693-6797 H3 45 30 452-2342 H2

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966-2179 F4

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562-4913 E4

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Oxford

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Naples

693-6326 H3

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583-4470 F2 41 30

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452-2170 H2

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On Long Lake in Naples Come make some memories with us!

Have a fun day at the beach. Spend time with your family enjoying boating, watersports, and great fishing on Long Lake, as well as over 40 miles of boating via historic Songo Locks and Sebago Lake.

Colonial Mast Campground 1 Colonial Mast Rd., P.O. Box 95, Naples, ME 04055

(207) 693-6652 • www.ColonialMast.com

Scenic Seaplane Rides right from our waterfront.

SHENANDOAH Our Lakefront Cottage for rent year round.

We would like to be a part of your family’s vacation plans!

Come winter camping with us and snowmobile from your site onto the lake, and on endless local trails and ITS.

Swim year round in our indoor heated pool and hot tub.

(Minimal fee may apply.)

We offer an ideal setting for you to spend some quality time together as a family... the perfect location for many enjoyable and memorable activities.

Your Hosts, the Marucci and Hamilton Families

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Kokatosi Campground Lakeside Camping on Beautiful Crescent Lake

Hi Folks We all had a wonderful vacation at Kokatosi this year and are anxious to go back next summer. The pictures tell it all!

We really enjoyed the activities, loved the beach and boating and even rented one of their park homes this year! Will fill you in on all the details when we see you.

- Elise and Josh and Kids

Recreation Scheduled Weekend Events Daily Planned Activities Sandy Beach, Swimming Boating and Fishing on 5 mile long Crescent Lake Boat Rentals, Dock Space Rec Hall, Game Room Playground, Sports Fields Bocce Court, Wagon Rides Near Area Activities and Attractions 45 minutes to either the White Mountains or Maine Coast

Facilities

Kokatosi Campground 635 Webbs Mills Road Raymond, ME 04071 43 57 00.0 N; 70 28 00.0 W

(207) 627-4642 www.kokatosicampground.com e-mail: kokatosi@fairpoint.net Family Owned and Operated The Southwick Family, Your Hosts Open May 15 - Columbus Day

Camp Store, Snack Bar Waterfront, Waterview and Wooded Sites Lakefront Canopy Tent Sites On-Site Rentals Near the Lake 3-Way Hook-ups with 30/50 Amp WiFi, Modern Restrooms Laundromat, Dumping Station Seasonal Sites Available Traveling North on Maine Turnpike take Exit 48 (Portland), then take Route 302 Northwest for 17 miles.

Turn right onto Route 85 then go 6 miles.

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“Completely Private Family Campground” 1/2 hour to Portland and Ocean Beaches!

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Acres of Wildlife

“A Camper’s Paradise in Southern Maine”

acresofwildlife.com (207) 675-CAMP (2267)

Family Owned Est. 1980

Restaurant and Pub • Country Store • 3 Playgrounds • 18 Hole Mini Golf • Boat Rentals • Large Sandy Beach Trailer Rentals • Scheduled Family Activities • Secluded Wooded Sites • Delicious Homemade Baked Goods

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Located on Rt. 302, 3 miles West of Naples • 1 hour from White Mountains and Ocean

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TO MID-OCTOBER

OPEN MID-MAY

Owned/Operated by the Van Der Zee Family • PO Box 927, Naples, ME 04055

(207) 693-6797 • fourseasonscampingarea.com • MC, VISA, Discover

Littlefield Beaches Lakeside Campground

13 Littlefield Lane Greenwood Maine 04255

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Your hosts: Arthur and Lisa Park littlefieldbeaches.com

Maine Camping Guide 2010

■ Minutes from Sunday River Mountain Resort ■ 2,000 ft. of beautiful sandy beach ■ 3 interconnected lakes with over 500 acres of water and miles of shoreline to explore ■ Excellent bass, trout and salmon fishing We offer: mini-golf, horseshoes, playground, canoe/kayak rentals, bait, general store, rec hall, laundry, weekly cottage rental, pop-up rental, trailer rental, seasonal sites & more.

Nearby: Oxford Speedway, river excursions, quarries for rockhounding, gold panning, hiking and biking trails, golf and fine dining.

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Western Lakes & Mountains Continued from page 36 amethysts, tourmaline, garnet and topaz.

You might even try your hand at panning for gold.

The well-known Sebago Lake area is the hub for all kinds of recreational boating.

Launch your own craft at several points around the lake or head to the Naples Causeway between Sebago and Long Lake to rent canoes, kayaks, wave runners, fishing boats or a large pontoon. If you want to leave the navigating to someone else,

climb aboard the Songo River Queen for a memorable cruise through the famous Songo Lock.

The hand-operated Songo Locks, the only one remaining from 27 locks built in the 1830s, makes it possible to see the entire 42-mile waterway encompassing Sebago Lake, Songo River, Brandy Pond and Long Lake.

Unlike many small towns with similar histories, the buildings of Norway have remained relatively intact. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places,

Norway’s bustling Main Street is characterized by unique, locally owned shops, restaurants, and other businesses housed in architecturally significant buildings from the early 1900s.

The quintessential and historic New England town of Bethel serves as an entry to the White Mountain National Forest, Grafton Notch State Park, and two of the finest covered bridges in Maine are found in South Andover and Newry.

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LSEWHERE, THE RANGELEY LAKES area is an authentic four-season recreational community. The area includes some of the best hunting and fishing in Maine, including more than 40 trout and salmon lakes and ponds. Incredible mountain views along the Carrabassett River, and unrivaled picnic spots such as Eustis Ridge can be found nearby at the Bigelow Mountain Range.

The commercial hub of the region, Lewiston-Auburn, originally came into its

In the Region…

Windham Summerfest—third Saturday in June.

Annual Moxie Festival in Lisbon Falls— celebrates the mystique of the beverage with a parade and activities—early July.

Annual Moxie Festival in Lisbon Falls— celebrates the mystique of the beverage with a parade and activities—early July Mollyockett Day, held on the Bethel Common—always the third Saturday in July

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While many visitors arrive in the Maine’s Lakes and Mountains with the idea of spending most of their time in, on or near water, they soon discover there is much more to do. Some of the region’s most popular activities and attractions include: • Perham’s of West Paris is a jewelry store and nature shop renowned as a primary source of Maine tourmaline. The museum includes a scale model of a working feldspar quarry and two early gem-cutting machines.

• 19th Century Willowbrook Village in Newfield offers a wonderful respite for families and a chance to experience life the way it used to be through displays, settings and hands-on activities.

• The Stanley Museum in Kingfield celebrates F.E. and F.O. Stanley, the manufacturers of the Stanley Steamer automobiles, with displays of steam cars from 1905, 1910 and 1916. It also features the work of their sister Chansonetta, a wellknown photographer of rural Maine.

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own in the mid-1800s when textiles and shoemaking were among the top industries of the day. Nowadays the twin cities are best known for the Great Falls Balloon Festival and several other festivals that highlight the area’s renaissance. LewistonAuburn is also well known for the performing arts with performances at the Public Theatre, Community Little Theatre, Maine Music Society, L/A Arts, and The Maple Room. The recently renovated Franco American Heritage Center hosts musical performances from world renowned pianists to symphony. And Museum L/A celebrates the industrial history of the area.

Naturally, no Maine region would be complete without a good old-fashioned country fair and Maine’s Lakes and Mountains features three of the oldest and best—the Oxford County Fair in early September, the Farmington Fair in late September, and the Fryeburg Agricultural Fair in early October.

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• The Oxford Plains Speedway is ideal for those who enjoy NASCAR racing and is home each July to the “Oxford 250.”

Lewiston

Nestled in Maine’s Western Mountain Richardson Lake region, South Arm offers a variety of camping experiences – from beachfront sites at the main campground to remote sites along 17 miles of lake, including a cottage on Metallic Island.

• The McLaughlin Foundation Paris is one of the most beloved gardens and arboretums in Maine. It was started in 1936 and is full of wildflowers, perennials and 98 varieties of lilac.

• A wildlife viewing blind at the southern end of the White Mountain National Forest near Bethel now offers visitors an opportunity to observe a 25-acre wetland complete with wildlife.

• Maine’s history is on display at the Washburn-Norlands Living History Center in Livermore. The 430-acre farm presents rural life during post-Civil War days from the perspective of those who actually lived at the time.

• The 1870 Sunday River Bridge near Newry is one of Maine’s most photographed and painted covered bridges.

• The Farm and House Museum in Wilton houses a collection of Maine farm tools, Maine bottles, and memorabilia of G.H. Bass, the originator of Bass Shoe.

• The Cascades in Rangeley is an impressive natural gorge and waterfall and nearby Small Falls has a stairway built along the Sandy River for exceptional views.

• The Red Schoolhouse Museum in Farmington is a restored one-room schoolhouse.

ACTIVITIES

FACILITIES

• Swim from our sandy beach • Take a sunset cruise on the Bonnie Jean • Paddle a canoe or kayak in search of wildlife • Fly fish the Rapid River • Fish for salmon or trout on 17 miles of lake • Hike part of the Appalachian Trail • Mountain bike the logging trails • Play horseshoes, basketball and volleyball • Young camper activities planned weekly

• 65 wooded sites at the main campground for RVs or tents • 38 remote sites – all lakeside wilderness sites • Boat and kayak rentals available • 40-slip marina • General store and bakery

Reservations required For more information, visit our website: www.southarm.com P.O. Box 310 • Andover, Maine 04216 • (207) 364-5155 48

• The Nordica Homestead Museum in Farmington is the 1857 homestead of 19th-century opera singer Lillian Nordica and features spectacular gowns, stage jewelry, opera scores and personal items.

• The Stanton Bird Sanctuary at “Thorncrag” in Lewiston is a 230-acre preserve considered one of New England’s largest bird and small-animal sanctuaries.

• The Shaker Museum in the Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village of New Gloucester is the last Shaker community in the country. Shaker furniture, inventions, early American tools, tin and woodenware, textiles and fancy goods are displayed.V

Maine Campground Owners Association • www.campmaine.com

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Woodland Acres Campground /N THE 3ACO 2IVER

properties. We ask that you consider the expense of operating a camping facility,

including the cost of utilities, pools, restrooms, insurance, safety concerns and the overall added strain on the entire property when visitors are present. Most of the time pools, playgrounds and restrooms are available to visitors for only this modest visitor fee. So we hope you will understand that visitor fees are just the price of admission to the parks facilities. Thank you.

WESTERN LAKES & MOUNTAINS

Sebago–Long Lake Region–Naples

Camp and Canoe %NJOY CAMPING IN A BEAUTIFUL WOODED SETTING IN THE FOOTHILLS OF THE 7HITE -OUNTAINS 3PACIOUS SITES 7 % 3 HOOK UPS

WELL STOCKED CAMP STORE MODERN RESTROOMS WITH FREE HOT SHOWERS

RECREATION FACILITIES AND CANOE TRIPS

#ANOE DAYS A WEEK #ANOE SHUTTLES AND TRIPS SELECT FROM ONE OF OUR CANOE TRIPS FROM AN EASIER HR TRIP TO A DAY OUTING 2T #AMP 2D "ROWNFIELD -%

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WITHIN 5 MILES OF I-95 MAINE TURNPIKE AUBURN EXIT 75

TRICKEY POND Your Hosts – The Mason Family CONVENIENCES Store • Laundromat • Lakefront Sites • Picnic Tables • Wood • Ice Fireplaces • Pump Service • Dumping Station • Water & Electric Hookups Hot Showers • Security Gate • Boat Ramp • Boat & Canoe Rentals Boat Slips • Full Hookup Sites • Seasonal Sites Available

Rental Trailers Available

RECREATION 3 Sandy Beaches • Swimming • Planned Activities • Rec Hall • Horseshoes Basketball • Playground • Bocce Ball • Fish for Salmon, Trout, Bass & Splake

QUIET, FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE Adjacent to Range Pond State Park Fishing and Boating Nearby, also Four 18-Hole Golf Courses.

Offering Tenting to Four-Way Hookups Seasonal Sites • Group Area • 60' Pool Pavilion • Playground • Horseshoes WiFi • Volleyball • Basketball • Hayrides Scheduled Activities • Store • Propane Camper Rental • Laundry • Hot Showers

Open May 15 – October 15

Open April 15 – Oct. 15

LOON’S HAVEN CAMPGROUND Route 114••PO POBox Box557 557••Naples, Naples,ME ME04055 04055 Rt. 114 207-693-6881

Hosts Paul & Sheila Vaccaro & Family

WOODALLS RATED

WWW.LOONSHAVEN.COM

Maine Camping Guide 2010

94 Plains Rd • Poland, ME 04274

Tel. 207-998-2624 Winter reservations: 207-998-4697 www.rangepondcamp.com Email - RPCG88@aol.com

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E UNDERSTAND AND APPRECIATE THAT PETS are often an important part of camping families. Please call ahead to be sure the campground you choose has a pet policy that works for you. Many campgrounds in Maine allow pets. Management has to be sensitive to non-pet owners comfort levels when formulating their properties rules.

Here are some examples of rules you might expect: 1. Keep pets on a short leash at all times.

2. Carry proof of vaccinations.

3. If you leave take your pet with you.

4. Pick up after your pet and properly dispose of all pet waste in trash receptacles.

5. If your pet misbehaves, it is your fault and you may be asked to leave.

6. For health and safety reasons pets are not allowed in pool and playground areas.

Your cooperation and understanding will help. Thank you.

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Maine’s Diversity in Camping Continued from page 10

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want to be able to stay at the campground a lot—and perhaps either enjoy its amenities or have your family enjoy its recreational offerings—or are you looking more for daytrips, sightseeing, and area attractions?

Does the campground host your equipment well? (Tenting, hook-ups, motorhome length and width—special hook-ups.)

As you consider your vacation plans, utilize the information provided in the Regional Grids of the Guide along with the display ads. Additional information is available on-line at www.campmaine.com and www.campmainerentals.com which are the Maine Camping Guide web site.

Many campgrounds have brochures and their own websites.

Reservations also need to be considered.

Typically peak season includes July into the middle of August. Some regions vary somewhat. Reservations are generally recommended during peak season and for holiday weekends—especially for the more popular vacation destinations.

Season variances are also evident statewide. Again, typically July and through mid-August are most popular vacation times. Camping season dates in Maine generally fall between the beginning of May to the end of October, varying by campground.

(See Regional Grids for specific dates.)

Campgrounds generally offer reduced early and late season rates, although some services and recreational features may not be offered during those periods.

Another consideration is the availability of seasonal offerings in specific areas. If planning to travel in early or late season, it is recommended you inquire about your specific destination area. Many areas have lots to offer in the spring and/or fall when these communities are alive with activity. A few areas gear very heavily toward Memorial Day to Labor Day only.

Many visitors enjoy coming to Maine in the spring and fall when the state is less crowded. These are great times to enjoy the bustling new excitement of the season, and in the fall to view the foliage and visit the fairs. Some campgrounds do stay open all year enabling guests to enjoy sporting, sight-seeing, shopping and other activities.

All in all, “diversity” is the operative word. Between types of camping equipment and experiences, destinations, and seasonal offerings—Maine has it all!

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1/2 hour from Portland, Maine

SEBAGO LAKE REGION 1/2 mile to Sebago Lake’s public boat launch

Relax at our Heated Pool

Sites nestled among Tall Trees

Wooded Sites • RV’s and Tents Welcome Camping Cabins • Trailer Rentals General Store • Wood • Ice Propane Station • W/E/S (30 amp) Wireless Internet Heated Pool • Hot Tubs • Jacuzzi Large Recreation Lodge • Arcade Horseshoes • Basketball • Playground Theme Weekends • Scheduled Activities Pets Allowed (must be leashed) Daily, Weekly, Seasonal Camping Enjoy Local Attractions and Day Trips.

Family and Friends Campground 140 Richville Rd. (Rte. 114), Standish, ME 04084 43 46 07.9 N; 70 32 12.3 W

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There’s More to Maine Acadia National Park www.nps.gov/acad Alliance of Trail Vehicles of Maine www.atvmaine.org Baxter State Park www.baxterstateparkauthority.com Bicycle Coalition of Maine www.bikemaine.org Cruise Maine www.cruisemaineusa.com Golf Maine Association www.golfme.com Maine Association of Sea Kayaking Guides And Instructors www.maineseakayakguides.com Maine Birding www.mainebirding.net Maine Department of Agriculture www.getrealmaine.com Maine Department of Conservation Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands www.maine.gov/doc/parks Maine Department of Inland Fisheries And Wildlife www.mefishwildlife.com Maine Department of Marine Resources www.maine.gov/dmr/index.htm Maine Department of Transportation www.exploremaine.org Maine Innkeepers Association www.maineinns.com Maine Island Trail Association www.mita.org Maine Merchants Association www.mmamall.org Maine Office of Tourism www.visitmaine.com Maine Professional Guides Association www.maineguides.org Maine Restaurant Association www.mainerestaurant.com Maine Snowmobile Association www.mesnow.com Maine Sporting Camps Association www.mainesportingcamps.com Maine Tourism Association www.mainetourism.com Maine Windjammer Association www.sailmainecoast.com Maine Youth Camping Association www.mainecamps.org Ski Maine Association www.skimaine.com

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EAK WEEKS IN THE SUMMER are from the close of school until Labor Day. During this time most campgrounds encourage reservations and some have

minimum requirements for holiday weekends and heavily booked vacation weeks.

Although you may find a campsite available if you travel without reservations, we urge you to call ahead if you have certain dates and accommodations in mind. Be

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necessary so the campground can plan appropriately and facilitate other requests.

We hope your visit will be pleasurable and that you will return again soon.

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AINE’S MID-COAST REGION is defined by coastal Route 1, which skirts an irregular rockbound shoreline that changes dramatically from the sandy beaches of

Maine’s South Coast.

Much of Maine’s maritime history is found in this region—from the historic and well-known Maine Maritime Museum in Bath to the finely restored row of Captains’ homes along Route 1 in Searsport.

Of course, with the ocean so predominate, it’s only natural much of the recreational activities in

the region center on the sea—from puffin watching to whale watching, from deep-sea fishing to lobster bakes on remote islands.

Some of Maine’s most famous “clam shacks” are also found here and, of course, lobster, fresh fish and ‘chowdah’ are always on the menu.

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On Maine’s Beautiful Rockbound Coast

Hermit Island Casco Bay, Small Point, Maine Ocean Camping for Campers with Tents, Small to Medium Tent Trailers and Small Pickup Campers.

MID-COAST

For Those Who Enjoy...

CAMPING in the woods or in the open, or on the very shore of the salty North Atlantic.

BATHING on uncrowded natural white sand beaches and in hidden warm water coves not available to the public.

BOATING on the picturesque calm waters of the Branch, among countless enchanting islands of Casco Bay, or on the long rolling gentle swells of the open sea.

FISHING off breezy iron veined rocks or from 13' skiffs for Mackerel, Flounder, and Bass.

HIKING along narrow green lanes, over ocean bluffs, or along moss covered forest floors.

SKETCHING colorful scenes of Maine’s Maritime region and its restless sea.

LOBSTERS in abundant quantity, alive and snapping fresh, from the deep, cool water ledges of Casco Bay. MOTORING on easy daytime trips to countless points of historic interest, entertainment and charm, located on the numerous nearby peninsulas reaching out into the Gulf of Maine.

42T FRONT STREET • BATH, MAINE 04530 207-443-2101 http://www.hermitisland.com 14 Miles from Bath • Reservations accepted Call or write for our color brochure Summer address: 6 Hermit Island Rd., Phippsburg, ME 04562

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Mid-coast such as Camden, Boothbay Harbor, Five Islands, and Belfast where you can go right out on the pier and watch the lobster and the fish brought in daily. In fact, in many spots you can choose the lobster that looks just right for your evening meal.

The Mid-coast is also home to Maine’s historic windjammer fleet and the schooners can be found nestled alongside lobster boats and pleasure crafts in both Rockland and Camden.

While the Mid-coast is known primarily for its rocky coast, some of the most beautiful and sandy beaches in Maine are found at Reid State Park in Georgetown and at Popham Beach. Reid State Park features nearly a mile and a half of sand beaches, dunes, marshes, ledges and ocean, plus a warm saltwater pond for swimming.

Not all activities are water-related, of course. There are art galleries galore

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Annual Windjammer Days in Boothbay Harbor—some of the most beautiful schooners in the U.S.—late June.

Annual Maine Festival in Brunswick— entertainers and arts and crafts—early August.

Bath Heritage Days—a 3-day maritime festival with entertainment—first week in July.

Aerobatic Air Show near Rockland at Owls Head Transportation Museum— early August.

Rockland’s Schooner Days—first weekend after Fourth of July.

Local Holiday and Special Events

Annual Lobster Festival in Rockland— celebrate the region’s heritage with Maine lobster and over 60,000 lobster lovers—end of July/early August.

For additional regional information visit www.mainesmidcoast.com and www.visitmaine.com

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Near the Ocean in Coastal Damariscotta Wi-Fi Available

Locally Owned and Opertated

Reservations Accepted

Family Camping Since 1958

Quiet, Wooded Sites on Pemaquid Lake Pool • Jacuzzis • Sauna • Rec Hall • Playgrounds • Fishing Shallow Beach • Rental Boats, Canoes and Kayaks

throughout the Mid-coast Region, and antique shops and small handcrafted jewelry and knick-knack stores are everywhere.

There are flea markets and garage sales; there are auction barns and auction houses, and the region offers some of the most diverse, interesting and memorable art galleries in Maine.

Two of Maine’s most famous festivals — Windjammer Days held each June in Boothbay Harbor, and Rockland’s Lobster Festival held each August — are found in the Mid-coast Region and there are numerous strawberry festivals, church suppers, bean hole suppers and chowder dinners to please even the most discerning of visitors.

While there is plenty to see and do here, most of the fun is exploring on your own.

However, here are a few opportunities to get you started: • The Theater Project in Brunswick is a great place to take children for a special afternoon or evening of theater. The 80seat theater features “live” actors and plenty of fun.

• The Maine Maritime Museum in Bath includes indoor and outdoor exhibitions and features paintings, ship models, carvings, boats and other marine artifacts.

• Owls Head Transportation Museum includes a collection of historic aircraft, automobiles and engines. During the summer and fall, special exhibits are on display and include everything from WWI aircraft to early Corvettes.

Scheduled Summer Activities & Events

Rental Cabins and Cottages Island Camping • Rental Ocean Cottages

Large Store with Snack Bar and Lobsters • Wood • Ice • L.P. Gas 3-Way Hook-ups • Lakeside, Hillside &Wooded Sites • Insect Control

• Eagle Island in South Harpswell is located about three miles off the coast. The summer home of North Pole explorer, Admiral Robert E. Peary, the island is equipped with a pier so visitation is possible for picnickers, nature enthusiasts and history buffs.

• The Woolwich Historical Society Museum depicts life as it was 80 to 200 years ago displayed in a farmhouse of the period and a post and beam barn.

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Located on Sandy Beach

HOUSEKEEPING COTTAGES & TRAILERS ON SITE FOR RENT • Ocean Swimming & Fishing – Famous for mackerel, striper & bluefish • Kayaking & Wind Surfing • Walk to Fox Island at Low Tide • Walk to Old Fort Popham • Enjoy the Beautiful View of Ocean, Off-Shore Islands and Lighthouses

(207) 389-2564 P.O. Box 129, Route 209 (207) 443-1000 Phippsburg, ME 04562 (WINTER NUMBER)

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• The Boothbay Railroad Village is a great family spot. You can experience a steam train ride which includes a special treat known as ‘Kissing Bridge,’ and wends its way through a peaceful village and beautiful gardens. There is also an outstanding exhibit of more than 50 antique vehicles.

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“No Rig Too Big”

• Colonial Pemaquid is situated on a point of land at the mouth of the Pemaquid River in Bristol. Archeological excavations have unearthed 14 foundations of 17th- and 18th-century structures. Fort William Henry is adjacent to the settlement site.

• The Maine State Prison Showroom in Thomaston features furniture, novelty items of a nautical nature and ship models all hand made by inmates.

• The Farnsworth Art Museum in Rockland ranks among the finest regional art museums in the nation. The collection includes many works by the Wyeth family and other major American artists from Colonial times to the present.

Shuttle Service to Boothbay Harbor Store • Gift Shop • Laundry • Rec. Hall • Near Hiking Trails Fishing • Cable TV •150 Open, Wooded & Riverside Campsites Full Hook-ups • 30 & 50 amp Electric • 15 Pull-Thru Sites Picnic Tables • Fire Rings • Metered Propane • Ice • Fire Wood Clean Restrooms • Hot Showers • Dumping Station

(207) 633-4782 • www.shorehills.com Photos by Robert Mitchell, Southport, ME

553 Wiscasset Road • Rte. 27, Boothbay, ME 04537 43 54 00.0 N; 69 37 00.0 W • Open May - October Reservations Suggested • Your Hosts Neal & Jean Reny

Located in the heart of the beautiful Boothbay Region with the facilities & amenities to assure your camping pleasure.

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• The Penobscot Marine Museum in Searsport is a village of eight buildings, and the finest collection of marine art in Maine.

• The Fort Knox State Historic Site in Stockton Springs is a splendid example of granite craftsmanship. Construction began in 1844 and continued for 25 years.

The fort was built to protect the Penobscot River Valley, and the structure, including spiral staircases of granite, have remained in excellent shape for more than a century.

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Kennebec & Moose River Valleys

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HE KENNEBEC AND MOOSE RIVER VALLEY is best known for fertile farm-

lands, countless lakes, streams and ponds, and the historically important Kennebec River.

While all types of outdoor activities abound throughout the valley, whitewater rafting on

many of the beautiful rivers that flow through this region is especially important.

While the Kennebec and Moose River Valley contain some of Maine’s largest cities — Waterville, Skowhegan and Augusta — it is best known for its rolling countryside and quiet, old-fashioned villages that define the Winthrop, China and Belgrade lakes area and other towns to the north.

Families are especially attracted to this region because of the many opportunities to fish, canoe, hike or bike.

Sightseeing, a major item on most people’s agenda, as

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well as antique hunting, shopping at the numerous vegetable stands and garage sales are found on many of the area’s back roads.

State fairs are a staple of the region and one of the largest is the Skowhegan State Fair in August. It is the oldest continuously operating state fair in the country.

History also plays an important role in the Kennebec and Moose River Valley. For instance, Maine’s capital city — Augusta — while the second smallest in the United Continued on page 67

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Beaver Brook Campground On Androscoggin Lake HHHHH

Activities Program

Theme Weekends and Special Events.

See our complete listing on line:

2 New Waterslides for 2010

www.beaver-brook.com Facilities General Store • Bucky’s Grill Tall Pines • Serene Brook 3-Way Hookups 50 Amp Pull-Thru Sites 3 Dump Stations Trailer and Cabin Rentals Wooded & Lake Front Sites Laundromat • Propane

Family Owned and Operated

New Pool for 2010

Recreation

8 Square Mile Lake Sandy Beach • Great Fishing Boat Rentals • Boat Ramp 60’ Swimming Pool • Playground 3 Wheel Bike Rentals Bounce House • Mini-Golf • Disc Golf Pool Tables and Video Arcade Horseshoes • Games and Crafts Saturday Night Entertainment

Located midway between Augusta and Lewiston only 3 miles off Rt. 202.

From the North: I-95, Exit 109 Augusta. Follow Rt. 202 west 13.7 miles to our sign. Turn right onto Back Street and follow signs.

From the South: I-95, Exit 75 Auburn. Follow Rt. 202 east 19.5 miles to our sign. Turn left onto Back Street and follow signs.

Open May 7 Columbus Day

Bucky's inviting his friends back again for next summer!

Beaver Brook Campground • RR 1, Box 1835 • N. Monmouth, ME 04265

207-933-2108 • e-mail: camp@beaver-brook.com Color Brochure on Request • Reservations Recommended

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GPS: 1 Wilson Pond Road, No. Monmouth, ME 04265 Maine Camping Guide 2010

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All campgrounds have a Map Location Number; see map on adjacent page for campground location. Bold names have display ads.

CAMPGROUND

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Madison Winthrop Beaver Brook Campground North Monmouth The Birches Campground Litchfield The Evergreens CG & Restaurant Solon Foggy-Bottom RV Campground Farmingdale Giordano’s Camping & Recreation Winslow Green Valley Campground Vassalboro Indian Pond Campground The Forks Jackman Landing Campground Jackman Johns Four Season Accommodations Jackman Lake St. George State Park Liberty The Last Resort Jackman Magic Falls West Forks More to Life Family Campground East Winthrop Northern Outdoors Adventure Resort The Forks Skowhegan/Canaan KOA Skowhegan Two Rivers Campground Skowhegan Webb’s Campground West Forks Yonder Hill Campground Skowhegan

2 Augusta West Resort 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

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Annual Whatever Family Festival on the Kennebec River from Augusta to Gardiner—features parades, foods, water sports and water races—late June.

Pittston Fair—agricultural fair with a midway—end of June.

Old Hallowell Days—parade, crafts, music—mid-July.

Central Maine Egg Festival in Pittsfield—mid-July.

Richmond Days—late July.

Skowhegan Log Days—lobster bake, chicken bar-b-que, logging events, circus and more—late July.

Skowhegan State Fair—top attraction—early August.

Common Ground Country Fair in Unity—a true agricultural fair— September.

Local Holiday and Special Events Live Theater and Art Performances For additional regional information visit www.kennebecvalley.org and www.visitmaine.com.

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CYNTHIA CURTIS

In the Region…

HUNTING AND FISHING INFORMATION ISITORS HAVE TRADITIONALLY enjoyed the wealth of hunting and fishing opportunities found in Maine. Licenses can be obtained at Maine’s Statewide Information Centers and at campground stores in locations where fishing and hunting are primary activities. The Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife can provide answers to your questions and will provide pamphlets containing official rules and regulations as well as license fees.

For more information write to: Maine Dept of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife, 41 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333-0041. 207-287-8000. www.state.me.us/ifw

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Located on Rt. 2 • Skowhegan, ME

207-474-6482 Waterfront sites Free cable TV • Free Wi-Fi Pet friendly • Heated pool Laundry facilities Clean bath houses Boat docking available Drive thru sites (when available) 1300' of waterfront for boating, swimming, and fishing

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Continued from page 62 States (only Montpelier, Vermont, has fewer residents) — offers tours of several museums, historic homes and the oldest surviving wooden fort in New England.

Speaking of history, Gardiner and Hallowell are quaint river towns now considered antique centers. Both feature brick sidewalks and turn-of-the-century lampposts that remind visitors of a bygone era and invite them to sample several interesting restaurants, boutiques and art galleries.

In addition, a major roadway — Route 201 — follows the trail Benedict Arnold took during his march to Quebec in 1775.

A beautiful ride, especially during the late summer and early fall, 201 will take you to the northern portion of this region, which is mostly owned by the paper companies that manage Maine’s huge forest industry.

Once there, you’ll discover The Forks, a major outdoor and whitewater rafting area lying at the confluence of the Dead River from the west and the Kennebec River from the east. More than a dozen whitewater rafting outfits are now housed in The Forks.

Route 201 then pushes north to the

Canadian border at Jackman — a four-season recreational area heavily involved in whitewater rafting, rock climbing, hiking and mountain biking There are several things to see and places to visit in this region. They include: • The Blaine House in Augusta, built in 1833, was given to the state in 1919 to be used as the Governor’s mansion.

• The State House in Augusta was designed by noted Boston architect Charles Bulfinch and built in 1829.

• The Maine State Museum in Augusta houses some of the most historic artifacts in Maine, especially those associated with the Native Americans who lived in the area. A small admission fee is required. No cost to students and educational groups.

• Old Fort Western in Augusta is New England’s oldest surviving wooden fort.

Costumed museum teachers interpret 18th-century military, settlement, trade and family life in the original main house built in 1754.

• The L.C. Bates Museum in Hinkley is

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known for its exhibits of natural history housed in a 1903 school building.

Collections include natural history, Americana, art, archeology and ethnology.

• Fort Halifax in Winslow was the oldest blockhouse in the United States before it was destroyed in an April flood in 1987.

A reconstructed blockhouse — which includes many of the original timbers — now stands on the Fort’s original site.

• The Pittsfield Train Depot Museum features Civil War, railroad, and Lance House Hotel memorabilia.

• Arnold’s Landing in Solon is the site of Benedict Arnold’s camp.

• Moxie Falls, one of Maine’s highest waterfalls (96-foot drop) located two miles north of The Forks.

• The Waterville Opera House is home to local, national and international theater, music and film performances.

• Colby College Museum of Art in Water ville emphasizes American Art and collections by John Marin and Alex Katz.

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HE DOWN EAST & ACADIA REGION IS EXTREMELY DIVERSE with a beautiful and dramatic

coastline as well as inland areas with rich forests, meandering rivers and sparkling lakes carved out by the receding glaciers at the end of the last Ice Age. The region boasts everything from the 1,530-foot Cadillac

Mountain—the highest point on the eastern seaboard north of Rio de Janeiro— to the beauty of Passamaquoddy Bay, the first place the sun rises in the U.S. to the natural splendor of Grand Lake. We also have more lighthouses (24!) than any other region in Maine.

Seafaring traditions and culture are still thriving in many of the coastal towns and villages. Whale watching, hiking, biking, kayaking, canoeing and fishing are all part of what make the DownEast & Acadia Region special and our history is preserved through our historic homes, museums and historical societies.

As you enter the region from the west, you will cross over the brand new Penobscot Narrows Bridge. This engineering marvel also boasts an observatory, over 400 feet high, from which you can see the entire region. Accessible from Fort Knox, you will not want to miss the view from the top. After you cross the bridge, you will enter

the town of Bucksport. Folklore buffs might want to stop at the historic cemetery in town to see the grave of Jonathan Buck, with the footprint of a witch on his stone.

The Blue Hill Peninsula is an area rich in beauty and renowned for its artist community and its rich maritime history. The town of Castine, home to the Maine Maritime Academy, is one of Maine’s historic jewels. Nearby is a half-mile-long suspension bridge spanning Eggemoggin Reach to Deer Isle and Stonington, one of Maine’s liveliest lobster towns. You will also want to visit Blue Hill itself with its small town charm and lovely shops and galleries.

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Bar Harbor Camping Resorts Mt Desert Narrows Bar Harbor Narrows Too Trenton Patten Pond Ellsworth Bar Harbor KOA Bar Harbor Bass Harbor Campground Bass Harbor Branch Lake Camping Area Ellsworth Cobscook Bay State Park Dennysville Greenlaws-RV-Tenting Stonington Hadley’s Point Campground Bar Harbor Holden Family Campground Holden Hospitality Woods RV Park Ellsworth Keene’s Lake Family Campground Calais Lamoine State Park Lamoine Mount Desert Campground Mount Desert Mountainview Campground Sullivan Old Quarry Ocean Adventures, Inc. Stonington Parks Pond Campground Clifton Pleasant Lake Camping Area Alexander Pleasant River RV Park Addison Red Barn Campground Holden Seaview Campground & Cabins Eastport Shady Oaks CG & Cabins Orland Smugglers Den Campground Southwest Harbor Sunset Point Campground Harrington Timberland Acres RV Park Trenton Wanderin Moose Campground Orland Whispering Pines Campground East Orland

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In the Region…

Wings, Waves and Woods on Deer Isle (Weekend before Memorial Day), Downeast Birding Festival in Whiting (Memorial Day Weekend) and the Acadia Birding Festival on Mount Desert Island (second weekend in June) Lupine Festival, Deer Isle / Stonington, third weekend in June Fourth of July Celebrations—check locally for all the fun!

Music Festivals including, Machias Bay Concert Series, Schoodic Arts Festival, Kneisel Hall Concerts, Eastport Arts Center Concert Series, Bar Harbor Music Festival, Pierre Monteux Concert Series, throughout the season Grand Lake Stream Folk Art Festival, last weekend in July Bucksport Bay Festival, last full weekend in July

International Festival, Calais, early August Indian Day at Pleasant Point Reservation near Eastport, Early August Wild Blueberry Festival, Third Weekend in August, Machias Winter Harbor Lobster Festival—second Saturday in August Blue Hill Fair—Labor Day Weekend Pirate Festival and Salmon Festival—Eastport, second weekend in September Autumn Gold—Ellsworth, Last weekend in September Oktoberfest and Food Festival—second Saturday in October in Southwest Harbor

For additional regional information visit www.downeastacadia.com and www.visitmaine.com.

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Downeast & Acadia Continued from page 68

Maine Camping Guide 2010

“Family Camping at its Best!”

Just off Route 3 • Only Minutes from Acadia National Park and Downtown Bar Harbor

DOWN EAST & ACADIA

Further to the west is Ellsworth. The shops and restaurants in Ellsworth’s quaint downtown are delightful for an afternoon stroll or to have a delicious dining experience. If you enjoy theater, you may want to check out the performances at the restored Grand Theater right on Main St. No Maine destination is as well known or visited as Acadia National Park on Mt. Desert Island. The second-most visited national park in the United States, Acadia is an impressive 35,000 acres in area and includes 41 miles of spectacular coastline. Visitors to the park will want to experience the carriage trails, maybe including a stop for popovers and tea in the afternoon. The Park Loop Road is the link to many of the interesting sites located within the park, including Sand Beach and Thunder Hole, a tidal cavern that allows trapped water to create booming water spouts that shoot up to 40 feet in the air. Explore the entire island. Discover Bar Harbor, with its shops, museums, and restaurants, as well as quaint towns such as Northeast Harbor, Southwest Harbor and Tremont. You might also like to visit the Schoodic Point and Isle au Haut, two areas of the park not located on Mount Desert Island.

Heading further downeast from Mount Desert Island, you will find the Schoodic Peninsula with its towns of Gouldsboro and Winter Harbor. To the east, explore Milbridge, Harrington and Columbia Falls, quaint villages with rich histories. Or visit Cherryfield’s National Register Historic District with its 52 architecturally significant buildings from the 1800s.

Nature is also allowed to take center stage here as the land bears native wild blueberries (80 percent of the nation's wild blueberry crops are raised here) and virgin timber, and the earth sustains an amazing range of wildlife, from moose and deer to eagles and puffins. Numerous quiet trails and treelined lanes often lead to unmatched ocean views, and coastal communities such as Jonesport and Jonesboro offer visitors the opportunity to visit typical fishing piers, nature preserves and even a shellfish hatchery or two. If you love lobster, Jonesport and Beal’s Island are not to be missed.

Situated between the ocean and wide, flat wild blueberry barrens to the north, Machias is the centerpiece of Washington County’s tens of thousands of acres of wild Continued on page 74

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Downeast & Acadia Continued from page 73 lands and celebrates the blueberry harvest each year in August. Incorporated in 1763, the village’s history goes back centuries. It was here, near Fort O'Brien, that the first naval battle of the Revolutionary War took place even before the Battle of Bunker Hill in 1775. Machias is also the commercial hub of Washington County and the wreath making center of Maine.

The first place in America to see the sunrise is the Way DownEast Region. The area is ideal for bird watching and moose spotting and you won’t want to miss a visit to Quoddy Head Sate Park and the candystriped lighthouse on the easternmost point of the U.S. Or cross the bridge into Canada (don’t forget your passport or passport card!) and spend the day visiting FDR’s summer home and grounds on Campobello Island.

Continuing along Route One, another interesting attraction is a granite monument on the road between the coastal communities of Lubec and Eastport. Placed at the site of the Reversing Falls Park by the National Geographic Society, the monu-

ment marks the 45th parallel, the exact midpoint between the equator and the North Pole. Take your picture standing in the middle of the Northern Hemisphere!

Eastport is a thriving community with shops, historic sites and wonderful restaurants. It’s also a great place to take a whale watching cruise and see whales, porpoises, eagles and nature at its most pristine.

Calais, the largest community in the region, was settled in 1770 and is home to the St. Croix Island International Historic Site. There, in 1604, Sieur de Mons and Samuel Champlain settled with about 80 others, making it the first permanent French settlement in the New World. Make sure to stop en route to visit the St. Croix Island International Historic Site overlooking the site of that settlement.

If you enjoy hunting and fishing you won’t want to miss a visit to Grand Lake Stream. It is world famous for excellent fly fishing and there are Registered Maine Guides who can take you to the best spots.

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Come discover the most authentic region of Maine!

tures Maine Native American archaeology, history and culture • The Natural History Museum at the College of the Atlantic in Bar Harbor features dioramas depicting the plant and animal life of coastal Maine.

• The Wendell Gilley Museum of Bird Carving in Southwest Harbor offers everything from miniature waterfowl to life size owls, from carving demonstrations to wildlife art exhibits.

• The Mt. Desert Oceanarium is located in two locations and children and adults may enjoy the close-up views of Maine's watery "denizens" and get to know them up close in the "Touch Tank" and at the lobster hatchery.

• Columbia Falls is home to the Ruggles House, an 1818 showplace, built by Judge Thomas Ruggles.

• The Burnham Tavern Museum in Machias was built in 1770 and is the oldest building in eastern Maine and the only one with a Revolutionary War history. It was the meeting place for the men who gathered to fight the first naval battle of the war.

• Moose-horn National Wildlife Refuge features more than 22,000 acres of hills, streams, lakes, bogs and marshes. It is open to hiking and nature watching of more than 200 species of birds and plenty of moose.

• Lubec—the easternmost town in the United States—features West Quoddy State Park. The 485-acre site located right on Maine's bold coast offers hiking trails and picnic areas with views of Canada, Grand Manan Island, whales and sea birds. Here you will find the highly photographed, red-striped West Quoddy Head Light.

• The Waponahki Museum and Resource Center in Perry features old photos of Passamaquoddy Indians, old basketry and crafts, as well as mannequins formed by individuals of the tribe.

• Roque Bluffs State Park is a great picnic area featuring a fresh water pond and 900 yards of sandy beach. There is also a great playground, restrooms and pedestal grills.

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ELCOME TO THE MAINE HIGHLANDS the natural wonder of Maine. A place where the pathways are yours to create. Where adventure is not choreographed and the wilderness of the land is not just a memory.

Two of Maine’s most spectacular natural assets are located within the scenic “The Maine Highlands” region. The 40-mile long Moosehead Lake, and the majestic and challenging mile-high Mt. Katahdin at Baxter State Park attract outdoor enthusiasts from around the world.

Though it has many aspects of the great wilderness, it is in fact a working forest supplying fiber for many of the products you use on a daily basis. The Maine Highlands region offers some of the finest camping, fishing, boating, hiking and hunting anywhere.

Spectacular views and impressive panoramas can be found throughout the region, but nothing is more spectacular than Baxter State Park. Left in perpetuity to the state by Gov. Percival Baxter, the 200,000-acre forest preserve is a massive tract of land traversed by remote hiking

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trails and dominated by Mt. Katahdin. The park is also famous for its Maine wildlife — bears, moose, eagles and deer — and the fact it marks the beginning of the 2,050mile Appalachian Trail.

Another must-see location is in nearby Brownville Junction. Gulf Hagas, as it is known, is a 3-mile gorge often called the “Grand Canyon of the East.”

One of the major communities in this part of the region — Millinocket — has a rich history of papermaking and lumbering and several museums allow visitors to appreciate and understand that part of Maine’s history.

While in the Katahdin-area, you might want to visit: • The Ambejejus Boom House on Ambejejus Lake in Millinocket offers insights into the old days of papermaking.

• The Lumberman’s Museum in Patten depicts the golden days of the logger and lumberjack.

• The Millinocket Museum includes artifacts and collections relating to period appliances, money and Native American craftwork.

• The Northern Timber Cruisers Antique Snowmobile Museum is located in Millinocket and offers the history of early snowmobiling in the Katahdin region.

• Our newly designated scenic byway, on Route 11 from Grindstone (northeast of Millinocket) to Patten.

If Mt. Katahdin dominates one third of this extensive region, another third of the area is dominated by Moosehead Lake.

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More than 40-miles long and up to 20 miles wide in some areas, the lake’s picturesque shoreline includes everything from bogs to sandy beaches. The largest lake in New England, Moosehead is dotted with islands and ringed by high mountains that offer great opportunities for picnics, scenic vistas and photographs.

Greenville, nestled at the southern tip of Moosehead Lake, serves as base camp for many guide services, outfitters, canoe renters and rafting adventurers. It’s also the largest seaplane base in New England, and hundreds of seaplanes buzz into Greenville for the International Seaplane Fly-in Weekend in September.

Another natural attraction at Moosehead Lake is Mt. Kineo, a 700-foot-high peninsula connected to the east shore of Moosehead, though sometimes that piece of land is covered by water. Once the home of an exclusive and stately summer resort, Mt. Kineo is another great site for picnics, exploring and adventure. Kineo is a mountain of rhyolite that the Native Americans used to make their arrowheads. It is about a one-mile boat ride to Kineo from the west shore of Moosehead in Rockwood.

Must-sees in the Greenville area include: • The Moosehead Marine Museum offers a collection of photographs and memorabilia from the lake’s steamboat history.

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In the Region…

MooseMainea in Greenville—a monthlong celebration that includes a Mooseterpiece Craft Fair, Mooseantics, May and June.

Wooden Arts & Canoe Festival— Medway waterfront, mid-August-features canoe races and demonstrations by artisans and indigenous boat crafting

Moosehead Rowing Regatta begins at the Greenville Junction Wharf and follows a 4.5 mile triangular open watercourse on Moosehead Lake—early June.

Trails End Festival-—Downtown Millinocket, mid-September-features AT inspired lectures, independent film, entertainment, and food

River City Cinema Outdoor Movie Series in Bangor June and July—Free!

Living History Days at Leonard’s Mills—at the Maine Forest & Logging Museum—first weekend after Fourth of July.

Bangor Car Show on the Waterfront in Bangor—Free!

Cool Sounds Concerts and Artisans Market in Bangor June and July—Free!

Bangor State Fair—features a large midway, agricultural exhibits, racing—last week in July.

International Seaplane Fly-In Greenville—brings thousands Moosehead Lake—September.

American Folk Festival in Bangor—late August.

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Please contact The Maine Highlands for a visitor information packet at 800.91.MOOSE or by visiting us at TheMaineHighlands.com and www.visitmaine.com.

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Katahdin • Moosehead • Highlands Continued from page 77 • The S/S Katahdin, a restored 1914 steamboat ferries passengers around the lake during the summer months.

• Annual Forest Heritage Days in Greenville—Early August (see Moosehead Chamber website for description).

Naturally, camping, fishing, hiking, canoeing, rock climbing and exploring are major components of any visit to the Moosehead Lake area. There are plenty of outdoors and wilderness adventure centers open to assist in planning family trips, and you might even consider going on a moose safari—but, remember, pack only your camera—no shooting allowed.

For a wide variety of shopping, explore the twin cities of Brewer and Bangor. Of course, shopping is not all there is to do in the twin cities. For example, there are several unusual restaurants located on Bangor's waterfront and music often fills the air as Continued on page 80

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Katahdin • Moosehead • Highlands Continued from page 78 CAMPGROUND 110 Villa Vaughn Rd Orono, Me Our family oriented campground is located on beautiful Pushaw lake with 2100 feet of waterfront, wooded lots and beautiful sunsets .

Cabins and Camping Large Wooded and Open Sites Seasonal Sites, Full Hook Ups, Tent Sites, Freshly Made up Cabins, Picnic Tables, Dump Station and Camper Rentals

Nearby Acadia Park, Hollywood Slots Cinemas, Children's museum.

Facilities Camp Store, Moose Café w/free Wi-Fi Firewood, Free Hot showers, Modern Bathrooms, 2 Laundry Facilities, Propane Breakfast on the Waterfront Deck. Hall Rental for your next function. Boat to our privately owned Moose Island.

Recreation Pool Table, Playground, Arcade, Scheduled Activities, Fishing, Kayak and Canoe Rentals, Ping Pong, Hayrides, and Horseshoes

207-945-4200 www.pushawlakecampground.com pushawlakecampground@hotmail.com

boats make their way up and down the Penobscot River.

Just across the bridge from Bangor, is the city of Brewer. Filled with unique shopping and dining experiences, the city is a mixture of historical sights and monuments. Stop by Chamberlain Freedom Park to experience a tribute to General Chamberlain, and read his famous quotes.

One of the most impressive sights in Bangor is a 31-foot, 21⁄2-ton statue of Paul Bunyan that is probably one of the most photographed monuments in Maine. You will certainly want to have your picture taken standing next to the statue. Everyone does!

Look carefully in Bangor and you might just find the 1854 Italianate Villa home of Stephen King. It’s not hard to spot, really, because an iron fence featuring eerie cutouts and figures of animals surrounds it.

There are several downtown tours of Bangor available that bring the history of the city to life and that allow you to visit many of the spectacular homes built by logging barons more than 100 years ago.

Just up the road from Bangor is the main campus of the University of Maine at Orono. Impressive collections are on display in the many museums located right on campus and in Downtown Bangor at the University of Maine Art Museum.

Other attractions in the Bangor area include: • The Penobscot Theatre Company, a year around professional theatre located in Downtown Bangor in the Bangor Opera House.

• Hollywood Slots Hotel & Raceway, Maine’s only gaming facility, located in Bangor.

• Bangor City Forest and the Orono Bog Boardwalk, one of Bangor’s hidden gems. A National Natural Landmark, the bog walk is an educational opportunity for all ages.

• The Cole Land Transportation Museum features 200 Maine antique land transportation vehicles. It features the nation's most complete collection of snow removal equipment and fire engines, farm equipment, a unique military collection, trains, cars, wagons, sleighs, sleds and carriages.

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Katahdin Shadows

Near Hollywood Slots, Mall, Airport, and only 40 min. to Bar Harbor.

Campground and Cabins

Bangor's WiFi Paul Bunyan Campground

25 Miles to Baxter State Park and Mt. Katahdin

800-794-KAMP 207-746-9349

1.5 Mi. West of I-95 Exit 244 • PO Box 606, Medway ME 04460 www.katahdinshadows.com • E-mail: katshadcamp@midmaine.com

Listed in the Best RV and Tent Campgrounds in the U.S.A.

(EATED 3WIMMING 0OOL s /PEN OR 3HADED 3ITES "IG 2IGS 7ELCOME s 0ULL 4HROUGHS s 2EC (ALL #HILDRENgS 0LAY !REA s 7ATER %LEC !MP 3EWER -ODERN 2ESTROOMS &REE (OT 3HOWERS Easy Access off I-95 Exit 184.

Take 222W, 2.8 miles.

1862 Union St., Bangor 04401 www.paulbunyancampground.com

KATAHDIN •

Near Hiking , Mtn. Bike Trails & Whitewater Rafting • Heated Pool Gameroom • Playground • Athletic Field • Free Weekend Hayrides Guest Lobby with Amenities (books, games, puzzles) Trailer Life Enclosed Pavilion w/Kitchen available for Groups 8.5/9.5/8 Store • Ice • Firewood • Picnic Tables and Fireplaces Modern Restrooms • Free Hot Showers • Laundromat Large Level RV Sites • 22 Full Hook-ups Secluded Tent Sites • Group Tenting Areas Cabins & Camping Hutniks

(207) 941-1177 Hosts: Dennis & Shirley Hachey

Good Sam. Good Value.

Great Memories.

MOOSEHEAD •

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HIGHLANDS

• The Maine Forest and Logging Museum (Leonard’s Mills) is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history of the Maine woods in one of Maine’s oldest historical sites.

• The University of Maine Museum of Art in Bangor is a fine arts museum exhibiting work by nationally and internationally known artists. The University of Maine also has collections on display at their campus in Orono.

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Aroostook: The County

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ORTHERN MAINE WAS MADE FOR outdoor enjoyment.

Highlighted by a low rolling countryside, Aroostook County offers more than 2,000 lakes, streams and rivers, and plenty of opportunities for camping, hiking, biking, golfing and canoeing.

Known simply to Mainers as “The County,” it is larger in area than the states of Connecticut and Rhode Island combined and is dotted with rolling farmlands that produce more than 40 million bushels of potatoes each year.

The region blends several distinct cultures including a strong Acadian Heritage, a Swedish Colony, two Native American tribes and an Amish community. On Maine’s northern border, the St.John River Valley is home to local voices that carry a Francoise lilt, and menus boast traditional offerings of ploys and pot en pol.

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Outdoor enthusiasts especially love “The County” because it offers unlimited opportunities for hiking, fishing, unrivaled canoe trips and whitewater rafting during spring runoff and some of the best cycling trails in the North East.

While Presque Isle and Caribou are the commercial centers of “The County,” much activity is centered in smaller towns such as Fort Fairfield, which hosts the annual Potato Blossom Festival, and New Sweden which celebrates its Swedish heritage with a traditional Sommerfest each summer.

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2010 MECOA Trade Members The following businesses support and serve MECOA and its members: Anderson’s Brochure Distribution Service

Form Source, Inc.

Norway Savings Bank

Lewisburg, WV • (866) 645-1897 Brochure Distribution at RV & Camping Shows

Lewiston, ME • (877) 782-3311 Computer and laser forms and checks and graphic design printing and graphic design

Norway, ME • (207) 743-7986 Commercial banking products

Ganley Systems

South Paris, ME • (207) 743-2830 Embroidery and screen-printing

Austin Associates, P.A., CPA’s Auburn, ME • (207) 783-9111 CPA Firm providing tax planning and preparation

Bangor Daily News Bangor, ME • (207) 990-8126 Media and advertising source serving Maine Goldsboro, NC • (800) 446-9699 Seasonal Home, Travel Trailer, Motor Home 5th Wheel, Tent Camper insurance

Cabelas Scarborough, ME • (207) 883-7400 The worlds foremost outdoor gear outfitter.

Campground Engineers

Hancock Lumber Company Yarmouth, ME • (207) 329-6503 Full Service Lumber yard, building materials, hardward and more.

Leavitt Recreation & Hospitality Insurance, Inc. Sturgis, SD • (800) 525-2060 Property & Casualty Insurance for campgrounds & RV Parks

Lee’s Family Trailer Sales & Service Windham, ME • (800) 640-9276 RV sales and service. In house financing available

Poland Spring Preservation Park Poland Spring, ME • (207) 998-7143 Historical Poland Spring Bottling Plant is now a museum housing historical artifacts

Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram Portland, ME • (800) 894-0031 Daily and Sunday newspapers, statewide coverage

RDL Appriasal Exeter, NH • (603) 778-4894 Real Estate valuation and consulting services

S & L Shelters

Newport, ME • (207) 368-5786 Provides the design and planning services required of the camping industry

Linnell, Choate & Webber L.L.P. Auburn, ME • (207) 784-4563 Law firm

Detroit, ME • (207) 487-2400 Camper & tent rentals, portable garages, rv & trailer sales and supplies

Campingroadtrip.com

Little Bucket, LLC

Ski Maine Association

New York, NY • (917) 239-6719 On line travel website and RV Parks and Campgrounds

Mt. Vernon, ME • (207) 293-2016 Campground Fire Wood

Portland, ME • (207) 773-7669 Non profit association representing the Maine Ski Industry

Coastal RV Repair

M.E. O’Brien & Sons, Inc.

Sabattus, ME • (207) 577-3705 Mobile RV repairs in Central and Coastal Maine.

Medfield, MA • (800) 835-0056 Quality heavy duty park, playground equipment and furnishings

Trailer Life Campground/RV Park Services Directory

Coca-Cola Bottling of Northern New England

Maine Camp Outfitters

So Portland, ME • (603) 627-7871 Distributor of soft drinks, juices, teas, sports drinks and bottled water

Sunset, ME • (800) 560-6090 Promotional products and screenprinting

Custom Designed Graphics

Hallowell, ME • (207) 623-0363 Non profit promoting Maine as a prime vacation destination

Windham, ME • (207) 892-5994 Graphic Design Services

DeLorme Yarmouth, ME • (800) 452-5931 America’s premier map maker

Destinations RV Rentals Portland, ME • (207) 838-7368 RV Rentals

Dura-Bilt/Outdoor Comfort Center So. Paris, ME • (207) 743-7835 Dura-Bilt products. Sunrooms and screen rooms for RV and park models.

Evergreen Insurance Lewiston, ME • (207) 777-1055 Campground Insurance comp, auto and homeowners policies

Fiready Inc.

Maine Tourism Association

Motor Home & RV Super Center Auburn, ME • (207) 783-1169 Recreational vehicles sales and service

Murphy & Clavette Realty Lewiston, ME • (207) 783-6090 Real Estate brokerage business

Nelson & Small, Inc.

Ventura, CA • (800) 685-6246 National campground directory

Transaction Resources, Inc. Woburn, MA • (888) 494-9004 Credit Card processing company, low rates

United Brochure Distributors Nashua, NH • (800) 691-5520 Literature distributor at shows and vacation centers

Utility Supply Group Preston, WA • (800) 800-2811 Supplier/distributor of electrical supplies

Whited Motor Home & RV Auburn, ME • (315) 733-3542 Motorhomes, fifth wheels, travel trailers

Portland, ME • (207) 775-5666 Wholesale distributor of coin op laundry equipment, sales and service

Wilbur’s of Maine Chocolate Confections

Northeast Campground Association Stafford, CT • (860) 684-6389 An Association dedicated to promoting camping

Frankfort, NY • (315) 733-3542 Camping goods, RV & electrical goods, housewares,souvenirs and promotional products

Northeast Trade Shows, Inc.

Woodall’s Publications

Yarmouth, ME • (207) 865-1196 Camping and RV Trade Show Producer

AROOSTOOK COUNTY

Borden RV Insurance Agency

Gray, ME • (866) 345-9434 Wireless internet access systems

Perfect Stitch Embroidery, Inc.

Freeport, ME • (207) 865-4071

Wilcor International

Ventura, CA • (800) 323-9076 RV/camping media and internet services company

Clair, New Brusnwick, CA • (877) 347-3239 Kiln dried, insect and mildew free hardwood firewood fire starter

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See pages 93-96 for physical & GPS locations & website & email addresses.

All campgrounds have a Map Location Number; see map on adjacent page for campground location. Bold names have display ads.

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1 Arndt’s Aroostook River Lodge & CG Presque Isle 2 Aroostook State Park 3 Birch Haven Campground 4 Birch Point Campground 5 Greenland Cove Campground 6 Lakeview Camping Resort 7 Michaud Neil E. Campground 8 My Brothers Place

Spragueville Eagle Lake Island Falls Danforth St Agatha Presque Isle Houlton Oxbow

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9 Mystic Acres Campground A= Any ⓦ= Service or Facility located in Campground C= Closeby within 1 mile of Campground D= Dryers only MD=Memorial Day LD=Labor Day CD=Columbus Day

rich in seafaring history, SEARSPORT is also home MICHAUD NEIL E. to the Penobscot Marine CAMPGROUND Museum and many “In the Heart of Maine’s antique shops. Potato Empire”

Large, level sites www.arndtscamp.com Pull-thrus Luxurious rental cabins Secluded tent sites Gorgeous views Free hot showers Inground pool Canoe and kayak rentals RIVER LODGE AND CAMPGROUND Game room 95 Parkhurst Siding Road Snowmobile and Presque Isle, ME 04769 ATV trail access Nearby golf and shopping 207-764-8677

• 3-way Hookups Avail. • 7th Night Free • Free Hi-Speed Wi-Fi • Laundromat • Flush Toilets • 3 Miles to Walmart • Dump Station and Mall • All Pull-Thrus

MARY PELRINE

Open All Year — Snowmobilers, Call for Info.

Tel. (207) 769-1951

In the Region…

Acadian Festival in Madawaska—includes a re-enactment of the first Acadian landing in northern Maine—late June.

Maine Potato Blossom Festival in Fort Fairfield—celebrates one of Maine’s most famous foods—midJuly.

Annual Community Bazaar in Van Buren—is a three-day carnival—early August.

Mail: 164 Houlton Road, Presque Isle, ME 04769

Aroostook County Continued from page 82 Some highlights of “The County” are: • Market Square Historic Business District — in Houlton, that includes 28 architecturally significant structures dating from 1885 to 1910.

• The Oakfield Railroad Museum is located in the original railroad station in Oakfield and takes visitors back in time to the 19th century and the beginning of the Bangor and Aroostook Railroad in 1891.

Presque Isle State Fair—midway and agricultural exhibits—early Aug.

• The Museum of Vintage Fashion is located in Island Falls and contains 17 rooms of displays of collected children’s, men’s and women’s fashions.

Houlton Potato Feast Days—includes parade, dances, store sales, a fun run, and more -late August.

• Caribou’s Nylander Museum features geological collections, and collections of local butterflies, moths, mounted birds and animals.

Lille Classic Music Festival in Lille Village/Grand Isle—chamber music by groups from near and far—early September.

• The 16 buildings in the Acadian Village in Van Buren are furnished with period furniture and other artifacts dating from 1790-1900.

Fairs, Festivals, Local Holiday and Special Events For additional regional information visit www. visitaroostook.com and www.visitmaine.com.

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• The Fort Kent blockhouse was constructed in 1839 for the bloodless Aroostook Border War. The site was part of a more extensive fortification and contains a small museum.

• The Reed Art Gallery at the University of Maine at Presque Isle features the work of Maine and Canadian artists.

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Lighthouses AINE HAS 63 lighthouses, many of which are accessible by land.

Listed here are a few of the most popular ones to visit. These are arranged geographically from south to north.

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Nuble Light, Cape Neddick—North end of York Beach. Located 1.1 miles off Route 1A at the end of Nubble Road.

Built in 1879.

Portland Head Light, Portland—Adjacent to Fort Williams State Park. May be reached from US 1 on 1A, 77 and the Shore Road to Cape Elizabeth. Built in 1791 by direction of George Washington.

Pemaquid Point Light, Pemaquid—Western side of Muscongus Bay. May be reached from US 1 on Route 130. Built in 1827.

Marshall Point Light, Port Clyde—East side of Port Clyde Harbor. May be reached from Thomaston by US Rt. 1 and 131 to Port Clyde. Built in 1832 and rebuilt in 1857.

Owls Head Light, Owls Head—South of Rockland Harbor. From Rockland, follow Route 73 south. Built in 1826.

Bass Harbor Head Light, Mt. Desert Island—Southwest point of Mt. Desert Island. May be reached from Ellsworth by following Routes 3/102 to Bass Harbor. Built in 1858.

Prospect Harbor Point Light, Prospect Harbor—Schoodic Peninsula on east side of the inner harbor. Follow Route 186 to Prospect Harbor. Built in 1850 and rebuilt in 1891.

West Quoddy Head Light, Lubec— Easternmost point in the United States.

Reached by following Route 189 just south of Lubec. Built in 1807 and rebuilt in 1858.

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AINE IS CRISS-CROSSED with miles and miles of scenic highways and back roads that lead from the mountains to the ocean, from quiet inlet bays to secluded wooded glens set back far into the endless forests and woodlands for which Maine is so well known.

In fact, the Federal Department of Transportation through its National Scenic Byways Program has officially designated four Maine roadways as Scenic Byways and gave one—the Acadia Byway—its highest honor as an AllAmerican Road.

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The four roadways, and the description given each by the National Scenic Byways Committee are as follows: The Acadia Byway accesses Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor on Mount Desert Island. Captivating vis-

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tas will surround you from craggy shorelines and granite-capped mountains to crystal lakes and old growth forests. This island is perfect for exploring, with extensive carriage roads and hiking trails giving access to all areas of Acadia National Park.

The Old Canada Road Scenic Byway is a snapshot in time. Tracing the route of generations of travelers between Maine and Quebec, this segment of Route 201 is one of the most beautiful in the north-

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east. This scenic corridor winds right alongside the Kennebec River, Wyman Lake, the Dead River and vast working forests. Due to its remote and unspoiled character, this is a spectacular place.

The Rangeley Lakes Scenic Byway is composed of Route 17 and Route 4 and runs through the mountains of western Maine. The route offers fantastic vistas of the rugged mountains and cascading rivers and streams. The area has a rich history from ancient settlers to the log-

ging industry that shapes its character today.

The Schoodic Scenic Byway travels through one of the last frontiers on the eastern seaboard (along Route 1 and 186 from Sullivan to Prospect Harbor). This region has many protected and private lands that are maintained as open space and agriculture to reveal an unspoiled and “real” Maine. Pass through a working landscape of lobstering, clamming, blueberry barons and timberland.

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Wilderness Camping W ILDERNESS CAMPING IN MAINE may mean different things to different folks. To some, tenting or camping at a smaller, more remote campground may mean “roughing it.” Campfires, lanterns, campfire cooking, and the surroundings may be the ideal. Perhaps combine this with a little hiking, fishing, boating or reading—and this is enjoying life “away from it all.” An advantage to this type of camping is that generally other people, some supplies and services, and a community may be available.

To others, wilderness camping means driving, flying, or walking into a remote destination where supplies and services are either limited or not available. A few campgrounds do border on this type of

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However, planning and preparedness are advised to campers “going it on their own.” In the great North Maine Woods, thousands of acres of land are partially

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A FEW OF MAINE’S GREAT HIKING TRAILS South Coast • Beaches

Down East & Acadia

Kennebunkport—Cape Arundel and Blowing Cave: 4 miles of shore and road walk featuring Spouing Rock and Blowing Cave.

Bar Harbor—Acadia National Park: Includes Cadillac Mountain and 200 miles of hiking trails Easy walking and steep climbs included.

Scarborough—Scarborough Marsh Nature Center: Rt. 9. 1 mile of marsh walk.

Beddington—Maine Forest Station: extensive wilderness trails.

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Freeport—Wolf Neck Woods State Park: 2 plus miles.

Western Lakes & Mountains Brownfield—Burnt Meadows Mountain: 1.3 miles.

Fryeburg—Starks Mountain: ½ mile.

Lovell—Sabattus Mountain: ½ mile to top.

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Rangeley & Davis Plantation— Kamankeag Pond Trail: 4 miles to old RR bed, passes pond.

accessible by dirt roads used by logging trucks. The perimeters of Baxter State Park also generally abut undeveloped areas. Supplies and services are limited.

Good supplies and a strong understanding of the challenges that may be encountered are mandatory. A true wilderness camping experience may be the ultimate, but only advised for the prepared.

The choices are unlimited; it is strongly recommended that you match your expectations and experience with your planning. Whatever your choices, the North Maine Woods—often considered the Alaska of the east coast—is a memorable, sought after challenge and experience. Perhaps being so tough to get to has its own rewards!

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Cherryfield—Town Park and Weald Bethel: extensive wilderness trails.

Ellsworth—Birdsacre Sanctuary (Stanwood Homestead Museum): 40 acres.

Franklin—Schoodic Mountain: Rt. 200 NE. Trail starts between 2 small bridges and leads to fire tower.

Lubec—Quoddy Head State Park.

Pembroke—Reversing Falls: 140 acres park with trails and picnic area.

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Elliotsville Plantation—Barren Mountain: 3.9 miles—Boarstone Mountain: 2 miles—Big Wilson Cliffs/Little Wilson Falls: 2.4 miles.

Boothbay Harbor—Appalachee Trail: outskirts of town.

Gulf Hagas—Brownville Junction: Rugged 8 mile loop.

Georgetown—Reid State Park: 4 miles.

Grand Falls Plantation— Passadumkeag Mountain: 4½ miles.

Owls Head—Owls Head Transportation Museum and Nature Trail.

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Woolwich—Montsweag Preserve: 1½ mile trail, 45 acres.

Castle Hill—Haystack Mtn: Rt. 163.

Picnic area and trail to summit.

Kennebec & Moose River Valleys

Mars Hill—1.6 miles.

Canaan—Chase Hill: ½ miles.

The Forks and Moxie Gorge—Moxie Falls: 1½ miles round trip loop. Hike through woods and on marked trails.

Winthrop—Mount Pisgah: 1 mile.

Mount Chase—3.8 miles.

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Wells—Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge: Rt. 9. 1 plus mile walk along river, through fields and woods.

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Alphabetical Listing of Member Campgrounds Bold names have display ads. Red names are seasonal RV sites only (call for more info) Abnaki Family Camping Center ...................................64 89 Abnaki Rd; Madison, ME 04950 207-474-2070 Abol Bridge Campground ............................................78 T2R10 Golden Rd; Millinocket, ME 04462 Acres of Wildlife Campground ...........................38, 43 Rt 113 60, Acres of Wildlife Rd; Steep Falls, ME 04085 207-675-2267; 43 49 21.88 N, 70 38 09.71 W www.acresofwildlife.com, office@acresofwildlife.com Airline Lodge & Snack Bar ..........................................70 Rt 9 Township 22; Beddington, ME 04622 207-638-2301; 45 52 94.3 N, 69 13 49.6 W www.airlinesnackbar.com, fdaktoa@aol.com Allagash Gateway Campsite .........................................78 Star Route 76 Box 675; Greenville, ME 04441 207-723-9215; 45 52 94.3 N, 69 13 49.6 W www.allagashgateway.com, janreeves@live.com Apache Campground ...................................................16 165 Bernier Rd; Sanford, ME 04073 207-324-5652 Apple Valley Campground ...........................................16 Rt 109, Acton, ME 04001 207-636-2285 Arndt’s Aroostook River Lodge & CG.................84, 84 95 Parkhurst Siding Rd; Presque Isle, ME 04769 207-764-8677; 46 43 00.0 N, 67 57 00.0 W www.arndtscamp.com; clare@arndtscamp.com Aroostook State Park ...................................................84 87 State Park Rd, Presque Isle, ME 04769 207-768-8341; www.maine.gov/doc/parks Augusta/Gardner KOA .................................................56 30 Mallard Drive; Richmond, ME 04357 207-582-5086; www.koa.com/where/me/19125 KOAatAugusta@aol.com Augusta West Resort ....................................................64 183 Holmes Brook Lane, Winthrop, ME 04364 207-377-9993; augustawestkampground.com Augustawestkampground@fairpoint.net Balsam Cove Campground .................................70, 72 286 Back Ridge Rd, East Orland, ME 04431 800-469-7771; 44 54 94.2 N, 68 67 42.4 W www.balsamcove.com, michelle@balsamcove.com Balsam Woods Campground ..............................78, 80 112 Pond Rd; Abbot, ME 04406 207-876-2731; 45 12 26.5 N, 69 28 25.6 W www.balsamwoods.com, info@balsamwoods.com Bar Harbor Campground ....................................70, 72 409 State Hwy 3; Bar Harbor, ME 04609 207-288-5185; www.thebarharborcampground.com 44 25 88.3 N, 68 16 23.1 W Bar Harbor Camping Resorts-Mt Desert Narrows ...69, 70 1219 State Hwy 3; Bar Harbor, ME 04609 207-288-4782; 44 25 11.68 N, 68 20 06.79 W www.barharborcampingresorts.com camping@barharborcampingresorts.com Bar Harbor Camping Resorts-Narrows Too .............69, 70 1150 Bar Harbor Rd; Trenton, ME 04605 207-667-4300; 44 32 54.2 N, 68 25 34.07 W www.barharborcampingresorts.com camping@barharborcampingresorts.com Bar Harbor Camping Resorts-Patten Pond ..............69, 70 1470 Bucksport Rd; Ellsworth, ME 04605 207-667-7600; 44 33 43.56 N, 68 33 48.39 W www.barharborcampingresorts.com camping@barharborcampingresorts.com Bar Harbor KOA ...........................................................70 136 County Rd; Bar Harbor, ME 04609 (888) 562-5605; 44 25 00.0 N, 68 21 00.0 W www.barharborkoa.net, barharbor@koa.net

Bass Harbor Campground ...........................................70 342 Harbor Rd; Bass Harbor, ME 04653 (800) 327-5857; 44 13 00.0 N, 68 19 00.0 W www.bassharbor.com, info@bassharbor.com Bayley’s Camping Resort .....................................16, 24 275 Pine Point Rd; Scarborough, ME 04074 207-883-6043; 43 32 52.9 N, 70 21 19.1 W www.bayleys-camping.com, info@bayleys-camping.com Beach Acres Campground ...................................16, 19 563 Post Rd; Wells, ME 04090 207-646-5612; 43 17 24.0 N, 70 35 28.2 W www.beachacres.com, beachacres@beachacres.com Bears Den RV Park ....................................................16 117 Bears Den Rd; Wells, ME 04090 207-646-6220 Beaver Brook Campground ................................63, 64 RD 1 Box 1835, Wilson Pond Rd North Monmouth, ME 04265 207-933-2108; 44 17 23.0 N, 70 04 20.0W www.beaver-brook.com/, camp@beaver-brook.com Beaver Dam Campground ...................................16, 22 551 School St; Berwick, ME, 03901 207-698-2267; 43 17 00.0 N, 70 47 00.0 W www.beaverdamcampground.com camp@beaverdamcampground.com Bethel Outdoor Adventure & Campground .................38 121 Mayville Rd, US Rt 2; Bethel, ME 04217 800-533-3607; www.betheloutdooradventure.com info@betheloutdooradventure.com Big Eddy Campground Chewonki Foundation ............78 8027 Golden Rd T3R11; Greenville, ME 04441 207-350-1599 www.bigeddy.org, bigeddy@chewonki.org Big Moose Inn Cabins & Campground, Inc. ................78 Baxter State Park Rd; Millinocket Lake, ME 04462 207-723-8391 www.bigmoosecabins.com, info@bigmoosecabins.com Birch Haven Campground ...........................................84 1165 Sly Brook Rd; Eagle Lake, ME 04739 207-444-5102 Birch Point Campground .............................................84 33 Birch Point Lane, Island Falls, ME 04747 207-463-2515; www.birchpointcampground.com edpoint@fairpoint.net The Birches Camping....................................................64 201 Norris Point Rd.; Litchfield, ME 04350 207-268-4330; www.thebirches.com birchescamping@gmail.com Black Brook Cove Campground ...................................38 Lincoln Pond Rd; Oquossoc, ME 04964 207-486-3828; www.blackbrookcove.com Blueberry Pond Campground ............................32, 34 218 Poland Range Rd; Pownal, ME 04069 207-688-4421; 43 54 31.1 N, 70 08 22.9 W www.blueberrycampground.com fun@blueberrycampground.com Bradbury Mountain State Park ....................................32 528 Hallowell Rd; Pownal, ME 04069 207-688-4712; www.maine.gov/doc/parks Branch Lake Camping Area .........................................70 180 Hanson Landing Rd, Ellsworth, ME 04605 207-667-5174; www.branchlakecamping.com bgraves@midmaine.com Brandy Pond Park ........................................................38 522 Roosevelt Trail, Rt 302; Naples, ME 04055 207-693-3129; www.brandypondpark.com brandypondpark@yahoo.com Bridgton Marina Inc. .................................................38 3 Obelazy Ln; Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-2931 http://mysite.verizon.net/vzevhgjd/justcamping/

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Bunganut Lake Camping Area .....................................16 116 Anderson Rd; Lyman, ME 04002 207-247-3875; bunganut@roadrunner.com http://www.bunganutlakecampingarea.com Camden Hills RV Resort .....................................56, 59 30 Applewood Rd; Rockport, ME 04853 207-236-2498; 44 10 00.0 N, 69 06 00.0 W www.camdenhillsrv.com, mail@camdenhillsrv.com Camden Hills State Park ..............................................56 280 Belfast Rd; Camden, ME 04843 207-236-3109, www.maine.gov/doc/parks Camp Eaton ..................................................................16 750 York St, Rt 1A; York Harbor, ME, 03911 207-363-3424, www.campeaton.com Cape Neddick Oceanside Campground .......................16 Shore Rd; Cape Neddick, ME, 03902 207-363-4366 www.harbourview.com, info@capeneddick.com Cedar Haven Campground ..........................................32 39 Baker Rd; Freeport, ME 04032 207-865-6254; 43 53 00.0 N, 70 51 00.0 W www.campcedarhaven.com campcedarhaven@yahoo.com Chewonki Campground ......................................56, 60 235 Chewonki Neck Rd; Wiscasset, ME 04578 207-882-7426; 43 56 00.0 N, 69 43 00.0 W www.chewonkicampground.com campcontact@chewonkicampground.com Christies Campground & Cottages ..............................78 83 Christies Camp Rd; Newport, ME 04953 800-688-5141; www.christiescampground.com Cobscook Bay State Park ..............................................70 40 South Edmunds Rd Edmunds Township, ME 04628 207-726-4412; www.maine.gov/doc/parks Cole’s Mine RV Resort ..................................................16 Carl Broggi Hwy, Route 202; Lebanon, ME 04027 207-457-1192; www.colesminervresort.com snevison@metrocast.net Colonial Mast Campground ................................38, 40 1 Colonial Mast Rd; Naples, ME 04055 207-693-6652; 43 59 00.0 N, 70 39 00.0 W www.colonialmast.com, hami40@pivot.net Coos Canyon Campground & Cabins, LLC ..................38 445 Swift River Rd; Byron, ME 04275 207-364-3880; www.cooscanyoncabins.com coos_cabins@yahoo.com Deer Farm Campground ..............................................38 495 Tufts Pond Rd; Kingfield, ME 04947 207-265-4599; www.deerfarmcamps.com deerfarmcamps@tds.net Desert Dunes of Maine Campground ..........................32 95 Desert Rd, Freeport, ME 04032 207-865-6962; , info@desertofmaine.com www.desertofmaine.com/camping.htm Dixons Coastal Maine Campground ..................16, 18 1740 Rt 1; Cape Neddick, ME, 03902 207-363-3626; 43 13 00.0 N, 70 36 00.0 W www.dixonscampground.com info@dixonscampground.com DLC ..............................................................................32 24 Leisure Lane; Durham, ME 04222 207-353-5535; lcc@aol.com Dummer’s Beach Campground ....................................38 Dummers Beach Lane, Fire Lane 9; Weld, ME 04285 207-585-2200; lhshreve@aol.com The Evergreens Campground & Restaurant .....64, 67 202 Ferry St; Solon, ME 04979 207-643-2324; 44 56 00.0 N, 69 51 00.0 W www.evergreenscampground.com info@evergreenscampground.com

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Alphabetical Listing of Member Campgrounds Bold names have display ads. Red names are seasonal RV sites only (call for more info) Family-N-Friends Campground .........................38, 52 140 Richville Rd, Standish, ME 04084 207-642-2200; 43 46 07.9 N, 70 32 12.3 W www.familynfriends.com, info@familynfriends.com Flagg’s RV Resort .................................................16, 26 68 Garrison Ave, York Beach, ME, 03910 207-363-5050; 43 09 00.0 N, 70 37 00.0 W www.flaggsrvresort.com Flat Rock Bridge Family Resort ...........................1, 16 21 Flat Rock Bridge Rd; Lebanon, ME 04027 207-339-9465; 43 20 46.66 N, 70 57 50.37 W www.flatrockbridge.com, camping@flatrockbridge.com Foggy-Bottom RV Campground ..................................64 331 Maine Ave; Farmingdale, ME 04344 207-592-6185; 44 14 44.0 N, 69 46 17.0 W www.foggybottommarine.com, foggyb@aol.com Four Seasons Camping Area ...............................38, 45 1741 Roosevelt Trail; Naples, ME 04055 207-693-6797, www.fourseasonscampingarea.com info@fourseasonscampingarea.com 43 59 21.5 N, 70 38 57.9 W Freeport Village Campground ......................................32 11 Doten Lane; Freeport, ME 04032 207-865-9227 Freeport/Durham KOA ........................................32, 34 82 Big Skye Lane; Durham, ME 04222 888-562-5609; 43 55 56.78 N, 70 09 21.84 W www.freeportkoa.com, freeportkoa@hotmail.com Frost Pond Camps ........................................................78 Frost Pond; Ripogenus Dam, ME 04441 207-852-4700; www.frostpondcamps.com info@frostpondcamps.com Giordano’s Camping & Recreation ...............................64 288 North Pond Rd; Winslow, ME 04901 207-873-2408 Granger Pond Camping Area, Inc. ...............................38 27 Kamp Lane; Denmark, ME 04022 207-452-2342 www.grangerpond.com, cadyhouse1@verizon.net Gray Homestead Oceanfront ..............................56, 60 21 Homestead Rd; Southport, ME 04576 207-633-4612; 43 47 00.0 N, 69 39 00.0 W www.graysoceancamping.com, grays@gwi.net Green Valley Campground ..................................64, 66 1248 Cross Hill Rd; Vassalboro, ME 04989 207-923-3000; 44 25 00.0 N, 69 38 00.0 W www.greenvalleycampground.us greenvalley1@fairpoint.net Greenland Cove Campground ......................................84 East Grand Lake; Danforth, ME 04424 207-448-2863; 45 40 00.0 N, 67 48 00.0 W www.mainerec.com/gcc, brenda@madiganestates.com Greenlaws-RV-Tenting .................................................70 Airport Rd; Stonington, ME 04681 207-367-5049 Gregoire’s Campground ...............................................16 697 Sanford Rd; Wells, ME 04090 207-646-3711 www.mainecoastcamping.com, camping@maine.rr.com Hadley’s Point Campground ...............................70, 73 33 Hadley Point Rd; Bar Harbor, ME 04609 207-288-4808; 44 26 00.0 N, 68 18 00.0 W www.hadleyspoint.com Heavenlee Acres Campground ............................16, 23 75 Cemetery Rd; Lebanon, ME 04027 207-457-1260; 43 25 00.0 N, 70 51 00.0 W www.heavenleeacres.com, heavenlee@metrocast.net Hebron Pines RV & Golf ..............................................38 400 Buckfield Rd; East Hebron, ME 04238 207-966-2179

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Hemlock Grove Campground .............................16, 25 1299 Portland Rd; Arundel, ME 04046 207-985-0398; 43 25 00.0 N, 70 29 00.0 W www.hemlockgrovecampground.com hemlockcg@roadrunner.com Hermit Island Campground ...............................55, 56 6 Hermit Island Rd; Phippsburg, ME 04562 207-443-2101; 43 43 20.6 N, 69 51 09.9 W www.hermitisland.com/, info@hermitisland.com Hidden Springs Campground ......................................78 Baxter Park Rd; Millinocket, ME 04462 888-685-4488, tentrus@midmaine.com Hid’n Pines Family CG ..............Front inside cover, 16, 19 8 Cascade Rd; Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064 207-934-2352; 43 31 27.08 N, 70 22 50.36 W www.hidnpines.com, jason@hidnpines.com Holden Family Campground .......................................70 108 Main Rd; Holden, ME 04429 207-989-0529; n.collins@ptcp.net Homestead By The River Family CG ..................16, 22 610 New County Rd; Biddeford/Saco, ME 04005 207-282-6445; 43 32 27.44 N, 70 30 57.52 W www.homesteadbytheriver.com info@homesteadbytheriver.com Honey Run Beach & Campground ...............................38 456 East Shore Rd; Peru, ME 04290 207-562-4913, hrbc456@gmail.com Hospitality Woods RV Park ..........................................70 2 Our Way; Ellsworth, ME 04605 800-773-2668; 44 32 00.0 N, 68 28 00.0 W www.hospitalitywoodsrvpark.com camping@hospitalitywoodsrvpark.com Indian Pond Campground ...........................................64 Indian Pond Rd; The Forks, ME 04985 800-371-7774 Jackman Landing Campground ...................................64 582 Main St; Jackman, ME 04945 207-668-3301; jackmanlandingllc@yahoo.com Johns Four Season Accommodations ..........................64 37 Johns St; Jackman, ME 04945 888-668-0098, www.johnsfourseasons.com johns4se@myfairpoint.net Jo-Mary Lake Campground .........................................78 Rt 11; Millinocket, ME 04462 207-723-8117, www.northmainewoods.org jomarycampground@northmainewoods.org Katahdin Shadows Campground .......................78, 81 118 Katahdin Shadows Dr; Medway, ME 04460 800-794-5267; 45 37 00.0 N, 68 32 00.0 W www.katahdinshadows.com katshadcamp@midmaine.com Keene’s Lake Family Campground ...............................70 70 Keene’s Lake Rd; Calais, ME 04619 207-454-2022; keeneslakecampground@yahoo.com www.geocities.com/keeneslakecampground Kokatosi Campground ........................................38, 42 635 Webbs Mills Rd; Raymond, ME 04071 207-627-4642; 43 57 00.0 N, 70 28 00.0 W www.maine.com/Kokatosi, kokatosi@pivot.net Lake Pemaquid, Inc. .............................................56, 58 100 Twin Cove Lane; Damariscotta, ME 04543 207-563-5202; 44 03 00.0 N, 69 28 00.0 W www.lakepemaquid.com, lakepem@tidewater.net Lake St. George State Park ...........................................64 278 Belfast Augusta Rd; Liberty, ME 04949 207-589-4255, www.maine.gov/doc/parks Lakeside Pines Campground ..............................38, 53 54 Lakeside Pines Rd; Bridgton, ME 04057 207-647-3935; 44 04 00.0 N, 70 41 00.0 W www.lakesidepinescamping.com

Lakeview Camping Resort ...........................................84 9 Lakeview Drive; St Agatha, ME 04772 207-543-6331 www.lakeviewrestaurant.biz, lakeview@ainop.com Lamoine State Park ......................................................70 23 State Park Rd; Lamoine, ME 04605 207-667-4778; www.maine.gov/doc/parks The Last Resort ............................................................64 11 Last Resort Lane; Jackman, ME 04945 207-668-5091; www.lastresortmaine.com info@lastresortmaine.com Libby’s Oceanside Camp .....................................16, 18 725 York St; York, ME 03909 207-363-4171; 43 08 00.0 N, 70 37 00.0 W www.libbysoceancamping.com, ndavidson@maine.rr.com Lily Bay State Park .......................................................78 Lily Bay Rd; Beaver Cove, ME 04441 207-695-2700, www.maine.gov/doc/parks Little Ossipee Lake Campground .................................16 440 Sokokis Trail; Waterboro, ME 04030 207-247-5875; www.southernmainecamping.com mbozza@verizon.net Littlefield Beaches Campground .......................38, 45 13 Littlefield Lane; Greenwood, ME 04255 207-875-3290; info@littlefieldbeaches.com www.littlefieldbeaches.com; 44 22 00.0 N, 70 40 00.0 W Lobster Buoy Campsites ..............................................56 280 Waterman Beach Rd; So. Thomaston, ME 04858 207-594-7546; www.lobsterbuoycampsites.com lobsterbuoycampsites@gmail.com Loon’s Haven Family Campground ....................38, 49 RT 114; Naples, ME 04055 207-693-6881; 43 56 00.0 N, 70 37 00.0 W www.loonshaven.com, loonshaven@yahoo.com Magic Falls ............................................................64, 66 38 Dead River Rd; West Forks, ME 04985 800-207-7238 www.magicfalls.com, adventures@magicfalls.com Matagamon Wilderness ...............................................78 Rte 159, T6-R8; Patten, ME 04765 207-446-4635; www.matagamonwilderness.com matagamon@hughes.net Mattawamkeag Wilderness Park & Campground ........78 1553 Mattawamkeag Wilderness Park Rd Mattawamkeag, ME 04459; 888-724-2465 www.mwpark.com, info@mwpark.com Meadowbrook Camping ......................................56, 61 33 Meadowbrook Rd; Phippsburg, ME 04562 207-443-4967; 43 49 00.0 N, 69 50 00.0 W www.meadowbrookme.com mbcamp@meadowbrookme.com Meadowledge RV Resort ...........................................16 430 Rte 1; Wells, ME 04090 207-646-5008, www.meadowledge.com Megunticook Campground by The Sea .............56, 59 620 Commercial St; Rockport, ME 04856 207-594-2428; 44 09 00.0 N, 69 05 00.0 W www.campgroundbythesea.com mail@campgroundbythesea.com Mic Mac Cove Campground ........................................56 210 Mic Mac Lane; Union, ME 04862 207-785-4100; www.micmaccampground.com micmaccovecampground@msn.com Michaud Neil E. Campground ............................84, 84 164 Houlton Rd; Presque Isle, ME 04769 207-769-1951; www.neilemichaudcampground.com ckinney3@maine.rr.com; 46 39 00.0 N, 67 59 00.0 W Mirror Pond Campground ...........................................38 Old County Rd; Oxford, ME 04270 207-539-4888

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Alphabetical Listing of Member Campgrounds Bold names have display ads. Red names are seasonal RV sites only (call for more info) Moorings Oceanfront RV Resort ........................56, 58 US Rt 1, 191 Searsport Ave; Belfast, ME 04915 207-338-6860; 44 25 00.0 N, 68 59 00.0 W www.mooringscamp.com, mooringscamp@yahoo.com Moosehead Family Campground .................................78 312 Moosehead Lake Rd, Rt 15 Greenville, ME 04441-0307 207-695-2210; 45 43 75.6 N, 69 58 96.2 W www.mooseheadcampground.com mail@mooseheadcampground.com More to Life Family Campground ...............................64 533B Winthrop Ctr Rd; Winthrop, ME 04364 207-395-4908; www.moretolifecampground.com more2lifecampgrd@fairpoint.net Mount Blue State Park .................................................38 299 Center Hill, RR1 Box 610; Weld, ME 04285 207-585-2347; www.maine.gov/doc/parks Mount Desert Campground .........................................70 516 Sound Drive; Mount Desert, ME 04660 207-244-3710; www.mountdesertcampground.com mdcg@mac.com Mountainview Campground ........................................70 2695 Hwy Rt 1; Sullivan, ME 04664 207-422-6408; 44 28 00.0 N, 68 10 00.0 W www.acadia.net/flandersbay, flandersbay@acadia.net My Brothers Place ........................................................84 659 North St; Houlton, ME 04730 207-532-6739; www.mainerec.com/mybro.html mybrotherspl@aol.com Mystic Acres Campground ...........................................84 833 Oxbow Rd; Oxbow, ME 04764 207-435-8077; www.mysticacrescampground.com Nadeau’s Nest ...............................................................16 244 Upper Guinea Rd; Lebanon, ME 04027 207-339-9593; ehartford@PNGUSA.net Naples Campground ............................................38, 51 295 Sebago Rd, Rt 114/11; Naples, ME 04055 207-693-5267, 43 94 94.2 N, 70 59 99.9 W www.naplescampground.com info@naplescampground.com Nere Beach Family Campground .......................16, 18 38 Saco Ave; Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064 207-934-7614; 43 31 00.0 N, 70 22 00.0 W www.nerebeach.com, Imaineco@maine.rr.com Nesowadnehunk Campground ....................................78 Turnpike Rd; Millinocket, ME 04462 207-458-1551 www.nesowadnehunk.com, info@nesowadnehunk.com North Shore Campground ........................................38 54 Quimby Dr; Naples, ME 04055 207-693-6326 Northern Outdoors Adventure Resort ...............64, 66 Old Canada Rd Nat. Scenic Byway 1771 Rt 201 The Forks, ME 04985 800-765-7238; 45 18 00.0 N, 69 58 00.0 W www.NorthernOutdoors.com info@northernoutdoors.com Northport Travel Park Campground ............................56 14 Chelsea Lane; Northport, ME 04849 207-338-2077, www.northportcampground.com Ocean View Park Inc ............................................56, 60 817 Popham Rd, Popham Bch; Phippsburg, ME 04562 207-389-2564; 43 44 00.0 N, 69 47 00.0 W Old Orchard Beach Campground .................................16 27 Ocean Park Rd; Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064 207-934-4477 www.gocamping.com, relax@gocamping.com Old Quarry Ocean Adventures, Inc. .............................70 130 Settlement Rd; Stonington, ME 04681 207-367-8977; 44 10 27.0 N, 68 38 34.0 W www.oldquarry.com, info@oldquarry.com

Orr’s Island Campground ............................................56 44 Bond Point Rd; Orr’s Island, ME 04066 207-833-5595; 43 46 42.0 N, 69 58 31.0 W www.orrsisland.com, camping@orrsisland.com Outdoor World—Moody Beach Resort .......................16 266 Post Rd, Wells, ME 04090 207-646-4586; www.thousandtrails.com mbmgr@1000trails.com Palmyra Golf Course and Campground ............77, 78 147 Lang Hill Rd; Palmyra, ME 04965 207-938-5677; 44 51 00.0 N, 69 20 00.0 W www.relaxinmaine.com, briancayer@relaxinmaine.com Papoose Pond Resort & Campground ...............38, 41 700 Norway Rd, Waterford, ME 04088 207-583-4470; 44 14 00.0 N, 70 43 00.0 W www.papoosepondresort.com willy@papoosepondresort.com Paradise Park Resort ...........................................16, 20 50 Adelaide Rd; Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064 207-934-4633; 43 31 00.0 N, 70 22 00.0 W www.paradiseparkresort.com info@paradiseparkresort.com Parks Pond Campground .............................................70 787 Airline Rd, Clifton, ME 04428 207-843-7267; www.parkspondcampground.com parkspond@gmail.com Paul Bunyan Campground ..................................78, 81 1862 Union St; Bangor, ME 04401 207-941-1177; www.paulbunyancampground.com 44 50 00.0 N, 68 51 00.0 W Peaks-Kenny State Park ...............................................78 401 State Park Rd; Dover-Foxcroft, ME 04426 207-564-2003, www.maine.gov/doc/parks Pine Grove Campground & Cottages ...........................78 HCR 86 Box 107; Medway, ME 04460 207-746-5172; www.pinegrovecamping.com tom@pinegrovecamping.com Pinederosa Campground ....................................16, 21 128 North Village Rd; Wells, ME 04090 207-646-2492; 43 15 00.0 N, 70 37 00.0 W www.pinederosa.com, info@pinederosa.com Pleasant Hill RV Park & Campground .........................78 45 Mansell Rd; Hermon, ME 04401 207-848-5127; 44 50 53.02 N, 68 52 39.4 W www.pleasanthillcampground.com info@pleasanthillcampground.com Pleasant Lake Camping Area .......................................70 371 Davis Rd; Alexander, ME 04694 207-454-7467; kdavis@ccpwireless.com Pleasant Mountain Camping Area ...............................38 Mountain Rd Fire Lane 53; Denmark, ME 04022 207-452-2170; www.pleasantmountaincamping.com pleasantmtcamp@yahoo.com Pleasant River Campground ...............................37. 38 800 West Bethel Rd; West Bethel, ME 04286 207-836-2000; 44 24 00.0 N, 70 55 00.0 W www.pleasantrivercampground.com pleasantriver@roadrunner.com Pleasant River RV Park ................................................70 11 West Side Rd; Addison, ME 04606 207-483-4083; hperry1953@gmail.com Point Sebago Resort .............................................38, 44 261 Point Sebago Rd, Casco, ME 04015 800-655-1232, 43 55 00.0 N, 70 32 00.0 W www.pointsebago.com/, dtoms@pointsebago.com Poland Spring Campground ...............................37, 38 128 Connor Lane; Poland Spring, ME 04274 207-998-2151; 44 02 39.0 N, 70 22 30.0 W www.polandspringcamp.com/ david@polandspringscamp.com

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Potter’s Place Adult Park ..............................................16 89 Baker’s Grant Rd; Lebanon, ME 04027 207-457-1341; www.pottersplacecampground.com potterspl@metrocast.net Powder Horn Family Camping Resort ..16, 19, back cov.

48 Cascade Rd; Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064 207-934-4733; 43 31 44.30 N, 70 23 20.78 W www.mainecampgrounds.com/ info@mainecampgrounds.com Pumpkin Patch RV Resort ..................................77, 78 149 Billings Rd; Hermon, ME 04401 207-848-2231; 44 49 00.0 N, 68 52 00.0 W www.pumpkinpatchrv.com rvoffice@pumpkinpatchrv.com Pushaw Lake Campground .................................78, 80 110 Villa Vaughn Rd; Orono, ME 04473 207-945-4200; 44 53 00.0 N, 68 45 00.0 W www.pushawlakecampground.net pushawlakecampground@yahoo.com Range Pond Campground ...................................38, 49 94 Plains Rd; Poland, ME 04274 207-998-2624; 44 03 00.0 N, 70 22 00.0 W www.rangepondcamp.com, rpcg88@aol.com Rangeley Lake State Park .............................................38 HC 32 Box 5000; Rangeley, ME 04357 207-864-3858, www.maine.gov/doc/parks Recompence Shore Campsites ............................31, 32 134 Burnett Rd, Freeport, ME 04032 207-865-9307; 43 49 82.9 N, 70 04 08.1 W www.freeportcamping.com, info@freeportcamping.com Red Apple Campground ......................................16, 29 111 Sinnott Rd; Kennebunkport, ME 04046 207-967-4927; www.redapplecampground.com redapple@roadrunner.com; 43 23 26.0 N, 70 29 34.0 W Red Barn Campground ................................................70 602 Main Rd; Holden, ME 04429 207-843-6011; www.redbarnmaine.com info@redbarnmaine.com River Run Canoe & Camp ............................................38 191 Denmark Rd; Brownfield, ME 04010 207-452-2500 www.riverruncanoe.com, canoe12@localnet.com Riverbend Campground ......................................38, 47 1540 Route 106; Leeds, ME 04263 207-524-5711; 44 19 00.0 N, 70 07 00.0 W www.riverbendcampgroundmaine.com, inquiries@riverbendcampgroundmaine.com Riverside Park Campground ..............................16, 29 2295 Post Rd, US 1; Wells, ME 04090 207-646-3145; 43 20 32.70 N, 70 33 45.66 W www.riversidefamilycamping.com info@riversidefamilycamping.com Saco/Old Orchard Beach KOA .............................16, 20 814 Portland Rd; Saco, ME 04072 800-562-1886; 43 32 03.54 N, 70 25 37.01 W www.sacokoa.com, sacokoa@aol.com Sagadahoc Bay Campground .............................56, 61 9 Molly Pt Lane; Georgetown, ME 04548 207-371-2014; 43 46 00.0 N, 69 44 00.0 W www.sagbaycamping.com, pat@sagbaycamping.com Salmon Falls River RV Resort & Campground ............16 44 Natural High Rd; Lebanon, ME 04027 207-339-8888; 43 20 2.0 N, 70 56 1.0 W www.sfrrv.com, salmonfallsrvresort@gmail.com Saltwater Farm Campground .......................................56 47 Kalloch Lane; Cushing, ME 04563 207-354-6735; www.saltwaterfarmcampground.com sfc@midcoast.com

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Alphabetical Listing of Member Campgrounds Bold names have display ads. Red names are seasonal RV sites only (call for more info) Salty Acres Campground .............................................16 277 Mills Rd; Kennebunkport, ME 04046 207-967-2483; www.saltyacrescampground.com info@saltyacrescampground.com Sand Pond Campground .....................................16, 21 149 Sand Pond Rd; Sanford, ME 04073 207-324-1752; www.sandpondcampground.com donna@sandpondcampground.com Scott’s Cove Camping Area ..................................16, 28 356 Brock Rd; Alfred, ME 04002 207-324-6594; 43 30 49.62 N, 70 42 34.1 W www.scottscovecamping.com scottscove@roadrunner.com Searsport Shores Ocean Camping ................................56 216 West Main St; Searsport, ME 04974 207-548-6059 www.campocean.com, relax@campocean.com Seaview Campground & Cabins .........................70, 75 16 Norwood Rd, Eastport, ME 04631 207-853-4471; 44 54 00.0 N, 66 59 00.0 W www.eastportmaine.com, basilpottle@yahoo.com Sea-Vu Campground ............................................15, 16 1733 Post Rd; Wells, ME 04090 207-646-7732; 43 19 00.0 N, 70 34 00.0 W www.sea-vucampground.com info@sea-vucampground.com Sebago Lake Family Campground ...............................38 1550 Richville Rd; Standish, ME 04084 207-787-3671 www.sebagolakecamping.com, rcox@roadrunner.com Sebago Lake State Park ................................................38 11 Park Access Rd, Casco, ME 04055 207-693-6613; www.maine.gov/doc/parks Sebasticook Lake Campground ...................................78 52 Tent Village Rd, Rt 2; Newport, ME 04953 800-319-9333 www.mainervpark.com, info@mainervpark.com Sennebec Lake Campground .......................................56 100 Lodge Lane; Appleton, ME 04862 207-785-4250 www.sennebeclake.com, sennebeclake@aol.com Shady Oaks Campground & Cabins ...................70, 73 32 Leaches Point; Orland, ME 04472 207-469-7739; 44 33 00.0 N, 68 45 00.0 W www.shadyoakscampground.com, cuatsorvpk@aol.com Shamrock RV Park Inc. .......................................16, 21 391 West St; Biddeford, ME 04005 207-284-4282; 43 25 00.0 N, 70 23 00.0 W www.shamrockrvpark.com, welliott@maine.rr.com Shannons Saco River Sanctuary ..................................38 331 Denmark Rd; Brownfield, ME 04010 207-452-2274, www.shannonscamping.com, info@shannonscamping.com Sherwood Forest Campsite ..........................................56 9 Campground Circle; New Harbor, ME 04554 800-274-1593; www.sherwoodforestcampsite.com robinhood@sherwoodforestcampsite.com Shin Pond Village Campground & Cottages ................78 1489 Shin Pond Rd, Mt. Chase, ME 04765 207-528-2900; www.shinpond.com shinpondvillage@fairpoint.net Shore Hills Campground ....................................56, 60 553 Wiscasset Rd; Boothbay, ME 04537 207-633-4782; 43 54 00.0 N, 69 37 00.0 W www.shorehills.com, camping@shorehills.com Silver Springs Campground & Lodging .......................16 705 Portland Rd, US RT1; Saco, ME 04072 207-283-3880; www.silver-springsresort.net Silver-springs@earthlink.net

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Skowhegan/Canaan KOA .....................................64, 67 Rt 2; Canaan, ME 04924 207-474-2858; www.smorefuncampground.com skowkoa@kynd.net; 44 46 00.0 N, 69 31 00.0 W Sleeping Bear Camping ................................................78 346 Arab Rd; Lee, ME 04455 207-738-3148; www.sleepingbearcamping.com tproctor2003@yahoo.com Smugglers Den Campground .............................70, 75 20 Main St, Route 102; Southwest Harbor, ME 04679 207-244-3944; 44 18 00.0 N, 68 20 00.0 W www.smugglersdencampground.com info@smugglersdencampground.com South Arm Campground .....................................38, 48 62 Kennett Drive; Andover, ME 04216 207-364-5155; 44 44 43.0 N, 70 50 19.3 W www.southarm.com, camp@southarm.com Stadig Campground .....................................................16 146 Bypass Rd; Wells, ME 04090 207-646-2298; www.stadig.com, stadig@gwi.net Stetson Shores Campground ........................................78 304 Lakins Rd; Stetson, ME 04488 207-296-2041 www.stetsonshores.com, stetson@gwi.net Stony Brook Recreation ................................................38 Route 2, 42 Powell Place; Hanover, ME 04237 207-824-2836 www.stonybrookrec.com, camping@stonybrookrec.com Sunset Point Campground ...........................................70 24 Sunset Point Rd; Harrington, ME 04643 207-483-4412; www.sunsetpointcampground.com kurt0347@aol.com Thomas Point Beach Park & Campground ..................56 29 Meadow Rd; Brunswick, ME 04011 877-872-4321; www.thomaspointbeach.com summer@thomaspointbeach.com Timberland Acres RV Park .................................70, 72 57 Bar Harbor Rd; Trenton, ME 04605 207-667-3600; 44 31 00.0 N, 68 23 00.0 W www.timberlandacresrvpark.com info@timberlandacresrvpark.com Townline Camping LLC ................................................56 225 Townline Rd, Nobleboro, ME 04555 207-832-7055; www.townlinecamping.com Troll Valley Campground .............................................38 283 Red School House Rd; Farmington, ME 04938 207-778-3656 www.trollcampground.com, trollval@gwi.net Two Lakes Camping Area ....................................38, 46 215 Campground Lane; Oxford, ME 04270 207-539-4851; 44 12 24.2 N, 70 46 12.8 W www.twolakescamping.com, twolakes@megalink.net Two Rivers Campground .....................................64, 66 327 Canaan Rd; Skowhegan, ME 04976 207-474-6482; 44 46 00.0 N, 69 39 00.0 W www.tworvrs.com, info@tworvrs.com Vacationland Campground .................................38, 50 233 Vacationland Rd; Harrison, ME 04040 207-583-4953; 44 07 00.0 N, 70 40 00.0 W www.vacationlandcampground.com info@vacationlandcampground.com Vicki-Lin Camping Area ..............................................38 70 Weymouth Rd; Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-2630 Virginia Park Campground ................................16, 26 4 Williams St; Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064 207-934-4791; 43 30 00.0 N, 70 23 00.0 W www.virginiaparkcampground.com info@virginiaparkcampground.com

Wagon Wheel RV Resort & Campground ..........16, 26 3 Old Orchard Rd; Old Orchard Beach, ME 04064 207-934-2160; 43 30 00.0 N, 70 24 00.0 W www.wagonwheelrvresort.com info@wagonwheelrvresort.com, Walnut Grove Campground ................................16, 23 599 Gore Rd; Alfred, ME 04002 207-324-1207; 43 31 00.0 N, 70 43 00.0 W www.walnutgrovecampground.net walnutgrove@roadrunner.com, Wanderin Moose Campground ....................................70 69 Leisure Way; Orland, ME 04472 207-469-6131; www.wanderinmoosecampground.com Warren Island State Park .............................................56 Warren Island; Lincolnville, ME 04849 207-941-4014, www.maine.gov/doc/parks Wassamki Springs Campground ........................32, 35 56 Saco St; Scarborough, ME 04074 207-839-4276; 43 38 49.59 N, 70 23 54.36 W www.wassamkisprings.com, wassamkisprings@aol.com Wayside Trailer Park .................................................16 41 Long Beach Ave, York Beach, ME, 03910 207-363-3846 Webb’s Campground ....................................................64 2912 US Route 201; West Forks, ME 04985 866-748-7378 www.riverdrivers.com, info@riverdrivers.com Wells Beach Resort ..............................................16, 27 1000 Post Rd, Wells, ME 04090, (800) 640-2267, www.wellsbeach.com; 43 30 36.60 N, 70 58 54.7 W Where-the-Heck-R-We?Campground ..........................38 261 Davenport Hill Rd; Jay, ME 04239 207-645-4595; www.where-the-heck-r-we.com where-the-heck-r-we@verizon.net Whispering Pines Campground ..................................70 1197 Acadia Hwy; East Orland, ME 04431 207-469-3443; 44 33 8.0 N, 68 40 1.0 W www.whisperingpinesmaine.com Wpines04431@aol.com Wild Acres Family Camping Resort ...................16, 26 179 Saco Ave; Old Orchrd Beach, ME 04064 207-934-2535; 43 30 00.0 N, 70 22 00.0 W www.mainecamping.com, info@mainecamping.com Wild Duck Adult Campground ...........................16, 25 39 Dunstan Landing Rd; Scarborough, ME 04074 207-883-4432; 43 33 00.0 N, 70 23 00.0 W www.wildduckcampground.com info@wildduckcampground.com Winslow Park Memorial Park & CG ...................32, 34 Staples Point Rd, Freeport, ME 04032 207-865-4198; www.freeportmaine.com winslowpark@freeportmaine.com Woodland Acres Camp N Canoe .........................38, 49 33 Woodland Acres Drive; Brownfield, ME 04010 207-935-2529; 43 57 30.0 N, 70 53 10.0 W www.woodlandacres.com, info@woodlandacres.com Yellowstone Park—ME ................................................16 2245 Main St, Sanford, ME 04073 207-324-7782 Yonder Hill Campground ....................................64, 67 221 Lakewood Rd, Madison, ME 04950 207-474-7353; 44 48 00.0 N, 69 45 00.0 W www.yonderhill.com, camping@yonderhill.com York Beach Camper Park .............................................16 11 Cappy’s Lane; York Beach, ME, 03910 207-363-1343; www.yorkbeachcampingpark.com

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