COVID-19 Related Camping and Day-use Information for Maine State Parks and Public Lands

News

9/3/2020: Grant cycle open for Land and Water Conservation Fund
8/24/2020: Governor Mills Encourages Maine's Congressional Delegation to Help Towns Conserve Land & Support Economic Growth Through Land and Water Conservation Fund
8/3/2020: Bureau of Parks and Lands updates water activity restrictions at four coastal State Parks until further notice
7/31/2020: Bureau of Parks and Lands updates water access restrictions at Popham Beach and Reid State Parks
7/30/2020: Bureau of Parks and Lands issues updated beach safety measures

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2020 Camping Reservations

Family Camping sites (one family* or group of 6 or fewer people)

Reservations Call Center is closed for season. Sites now first-come/first served and you can
Camp through October 12, Indigenous People's Day, at most parks, but we recommend that you call the park to verify official closing dates.
Campground Maps and Phot os

Group Camping sites (for 7 or more people, including children)

Locations, Reservation Information, and Phone Numbers to call; no online reservations taken.

Group Picnic Areas and Shelters

Locations, Reservation Information, and Phone Numbers to call; no online reservations taken.

Untold Secret: Maine Public Lands

Explore the unbelievably beautiful Maine Public Lands. These are magical places in Maine—and they belong to all of us. Watch the new 21-minute short film, or in segments, to begin your virtual journey and plan for your visit to Maine Public Lands.

Parks & Historic Sites: Days & Hours

Parks may be visited year-round, from 9:00 a.m. to sunset daily unless otherwise posted. Fees are collected at the booth by staff or through self-service stations.

For current status:
Please call the park or historic site directly.

Park Amenities, such as water, restrooms and buildings, are shut down for the winter season as dictated by weather. Primitive toilets may be available at some locations.

Parking - Most parks and historic sites are not plowed during the winter due to seasonal staffing. A few parks are only plowed when the manager is on duty.

ATV Trails Update

View and subscribe to our list of ATV Trail Notices and check in with local clubs for the most up to date trail condition information.

Drone, Unmanned Aircraft (UAS) Policy

The general use of drones (UAS) is prohibited in Maine State Parks, Historic Sites, or DACF Boat Launches without direct oversight and guidance of an approved law enforcement agency or by the issue of a Special Activity Permit.