Do You Know About These 6 Free Campsites in Maine?

Maine is packed with fantastic campgrounds, but if you want to save cash and get off the beaten path, check out the state's free camping spots! You won't get glamping-level amenities, but you’ll trade hot showers for peace, quiet, and epic views.

Thanks to UntamedMainer.com, here are seven free sites in Maine that are first-come, first-serve. So if you’re traveling from Portland to Greenville, you should be prepared with a backup plan.

It’s important for dog owners to know that some areas allow trapping, so keep your pets on a leash. It’s also important to know that cutting down live trees is illegal, so plan to gather fallen branches or buy local firewood (apparently, out-of-state firewood is a no-go). And don’t forget to snag a fire permit! Lastly, always carry in and carry out to keep these spots pristine for future campers.

Chain of Ponds, Chain of Ponds Township

Chain of Ponds campgrounds are secluded, and you can pitch your tent right on the shore. Camping is available year-round with a 14-day stay limit. Fishing, boating, and swimming is available on-site.

Holeb Landing, Jackman

Holeb Landing has five sites for RVs and tents, and is also open year-round with a 14-day stay limit. There are picnic tables, fire rings, a boat launch, and an outhouse. It's not glamping, but better than going in the woods! Enjoy fishing, swimming, and boating here.

Jewett Cove, Greenville

Jewett Cove on beautiful Moosehead Lake features four sites for RVs and tents, available year-round with a 14-day stay limit. You'll find fire rings, picnic tables, swimming, a boat launch, and an outhouse.

Log Landing, Machias River, Day Block Township

Log Landing offers 10 sites (or five for RVs) and is open from May to November with a 14-day stay limit. There are fire rings and picnic tables on-site, as well as a boat launch and outhouse. Activities include canoeing, fishing, and wildlife viewing.

Peabody Mountain, Little Larry Road, Batchelders Grant

Peabody Mountain has five sites for small RVs and tents. This spot is open year-round with a 14-day stay limit, and offers fire rings. It is said to be a great spot for hiking, hunting, and wildlife watching.

Route 16 Dead River, Dallas Plantation

Route 16 Dead River is a smaller option, featuring three sites for small RVs and tents. It's open year-round with a 14-day stay limit, and amenities include fire rings and a boat launch. It's also said to be great for boating, fishing, swimming, and wildlife viewing.

**Disclaimer: When Untamed Mainer posted this information is unknown, so it’s recommended that you do your own due diligence ahead of time to see if these spots are still currently free and open to the public.