Maine is vacationland. And, with some of the most pristine pine forests in the country, Maine should be your first choice for your next camping vacation.

Maine offers all varieties of camping: from family camping along Maine's popular coast to a more wilderness experience in the North Maine Woods.

Please use this camping guide to locate a campground online, view listings statewide, or get answers to common traveler questions.

Aroostook:
Wide open spaces, Allagash Wilderness Waterway, no large urban centers.

Katahdin-Moosehead Lake Area:
Home to Baxter State Park, Mt. Katahdin, and Moosehead Lake - largest fresh water lake in Maine.

Down East Maine:
Home to Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor and Bangor. Quaint coastal villages and lots of lakes for fishing.

Kennebec - Moose River Region:
Moose watching, hiking, whitewater rafting and the state capital, Augusta, are in this region.

Mid Coast Region:
Popular coastal villages, ship yard history and such popular destinations as Camden and Boothbay Harbor.

Western Lakes & Mountains:
Winter skiing - Summer hiking, camping and more. Mountainous region with clear lakes and streams for exploration.

South Coast:
Major urban centers, family camping, coastal vacation getaways and outlet shopping.

• Why choose Maine for your next vacation?
• What should I know about making camping reservations in Maine?
• What sort of weather should I expect?
• What sorts of clothing should I bring during my visit?
• What type of equipment should I bring for my camping trip?
• What about those black flies I've heard about?
• How can I help maintain Maine's clean environment?

• Maine Guide Travel Center
  The Maine Travel and Vacation Center can help you locate general regional information about Maine, find accommodations (more than just camping) and also link you to favorite activities in Maine.
• Explore Maine:
  You can use the Maine Resource Guide web site to explore various cities, towns and regions of Maine.

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