- Speed Limit is 10 mph, ALL vehicles must abide this speed limit for there are many children around as well as other people.
- ALL Visitors must check-in at the Store. All visitors must leave by 9:00 pm or they will have to pay.
- Vehicles (Trucks, Cars, Vans, SUVs, Motorcycles, etc.) are allowed, however please use them properly. If they are used improperly or are too noisy there use will be restricted.
- DO NOT peel or cut trees or bark of trees in the campground. There is firewood available at the store.
- DO NOT use Chainsaws in the Campground.
- DO NOT discharge waste water on the ground. Waste water is to be dumped in the dumping station ONLY. Maine State Law.
- Pets are permitted, there is a $10.00 fee for pets. However, they have to be on a leash and cannot be left unattended. Pet owners must clean up after their pet.
- QUIET HOURS are between 10:00 pm and 8:00 am. Please do not play loud music, use generators (unless needed for medical problem), just be courteous of others who may be resting or sleeping.
Price per campsite is $32.00 per family per night (2 adults an children 17 and under) each addional adult is $5.00 per night.
Price does not include 9% lodging tax.
response to any reasonable request we may have.
Campground Events
- Annual Lobster Bake: The Saturday of the fourth of July weekend we have a huge lobster bake. There is all sorts of food - Lobster, Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Potatoes, Corn, Eggs, Onions, Chips, Soda, and Blueberry Cake. It is always a great time!
- Pot Luck Dinners: We will have a pot luck dinner held at the picnic area in front of the store periodically throughout the camping season. They are always a lot of fun and there is always plenty of food!
- Bean-Hole Bean Dinners: We also periodically have a bean-hole dinners. Were we make the bean-hole beans, homemade bread or rolls, dessert, and supply the drinks (water, lemonade, ice tea).
"Awesome! Glad we got lost!"
~ Jon, Pt Pleasant NJ
Here are a few things that you need to bring with you:
- Camera - to take lots of pictures to help you remember your vacation, to capture those can-did moments with friends and family, and of course to take pictures of Maine's cuddly critters.
- Camping Gear - camper/tent, sleeping bag, pillow, clothes, toiletries, etc.
- Coolers - to store your goodies and keep them cool.
- Food - make sure to lots of goodies to munch on while camping. Don't forget to bring stuff to make the famous camping treat "smores".
- Oh yeah don't forget to bring your tent poles as they will help make your camping experience better.
"Very beautiful up here even in the rain."
~ Mitch &, Karen & Ethan, Ferreston, TX
What The Campground at Matagamon Wilderness Has to offer:
- The Location: The Campground at Matagamon Wilderness is neatly tucked in on the shore of the East Branch of the Penobscot River.
- Sites: There are 36+ Wilderness Campsites. Some of which are seasonal sites.
- Accommodation: We can accommodate tenters as well as campers up to 42'.
- Campsite Accessories: All campsites are equipped with a fire ring and picnic table.
- Shower House: A coin operated public shower is available by the store.
- Privies: There are outhouses in the campground which, are cleaned daily.
- Dumping Station: We do have a dumping station - there is no fee to use the dumping station for those who are staying in the campground. However, there is a $5.00 fee for those who are not staying in the campground.
- Plenty of things to do and attractions to see:
- Spring/Summer: Boating, canoing, fishing, hiking, kayaking, mountain biking, swimming, relaxing, tubing in the river, and old fashioned camping FUN!
- Fall: Hunting, fishing, leaf peeping, and relaxation.
- Winter: Ice Fishing, Snowmobiling, Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing, Relaxing.
"Good People - Good Food."
~ Ken, Anchorage AK