Dispersed Camping in Franklin County, Maine
Showing 42 locations in Franklin County.
Big Eddy Campground
A developed camping area along the Dead River off Long Falls Dam Road, featuring gravel-paved lanes and tent pads. A campsite host is present during peak summer months, and basic portable toilets are provided.
Bigelow Col Campsite
A primitive shelter and tent campsite located in the saddle between West Peak and Avery Peak along the Appalachian Trail.
Bigelow East Shore North
A primitive, hike-in campsite located along the scenic eastern shore of the Bigelow Preserve.
Bigelow Range Backcountry Campsites
A collection of primitive backcountry campsites situated along the Appalachian Trail and side trails in the Bigelow Preserve, offering overnight hikers simple tent pads, shelter, and water access.
Boom Shack Campsite
A rustic wilderness clearing with a fire ring located along Old Dead River Road.
Caribou Valley Road Dispersed Camping
Primitive dispersed camping options and trailside sites located along Caribou Valley Road (Caribou Pond Road). This corridor is popular for hikers accessing Sugarloaf and the Crocker Mountains. Portions of the road may be restricted or blocked by dirt barriers, but various turnouts and logging spurs provide rustic, off-grid spots near the South Branch Carrabassett River.
Cathedral Pines Campground
An iconic, town-owned developed campground set within a majestic forest of mature Norway Red pines along the shores of Flagstaff Lake. The park features spacious sites, clean facilities, hot showers, and a sandy beach. Off-season overnight options may be available outside the main gates when the campground is closed.
Cranberry Stream Campsite
A quiet, primitive trailside campsite located along the Cranberry Stream in the Bigelow Public Lands.
Cupsuptic RV Park
An established campground located along the scenic lakeside. It features easy access to a swimming beach and offers standard amenities including potable water, toilets, and showers, though sites lack privacy barriers.
Eddy Pond Camp
A primitive backcountry campsite located near the shores of Eddy Pond near Saddleback Mountain.
Farmington Conference Center
A local conference center facility that offers designated campground accommodations.
Farmington Conference Center
A private conference and retreat facility offering seasonal group camping accommodations in a rural setting.
Ferry Farm Campsite
A scenic, primitive backcountry campsite located on a peninsula on Flagstaff Lake, offering spectacular views of the water and surrounding peaks.
Flagstaff Lake East Primitive Campsites
A collection of primitive, remote campsites situated along the eastern shores of Flagstaff Lake within the Bigelow Preserve. Accessible via hiking trails, watercraft, or multi-use paths, these sites offer rustic amenities in a serene wilderness environment.
Flagstaff Lake State Site
A primitive lakeside camping spot located along the shores of Flagstaff Lake.
Flagstaff Road Parking
A basic, quiet gravel parking area located off Flagstaff Road near historical farm properties.
Frye Road Solar Lot Zone
An informal open dirt clearing located behind a local shopping plaza off Frye Road. This site offers a basic, flat, and spacious overnight stopping point near town amenities.
Happy Horseshoe Campground
A classic, family-oriented campground offering well-shaded campsites nestled along the scenic Carrabassett River valley area.
Harrison's Pierce Pond Camp
A historic sporting camp and wilderness lodge located on the shores of Pierce Pond, offering traditional cabins and outdoor recreation.
Horns Pond Lean-tos
Secluded backcountry lean-tos and tent platforms situated near the shores of Horns Pond on the Bigelow Range. Ideal for hikers seeking pristine wilderness overnight stays.
Hurricane Island Campsite
A scenic hike-in or boat-in campsite located on Hurricane Island in Flagstaff Lake.
Little Bigelow Gravel Pit
A rustic clearing near an old gravel pit providing primitive dispersed camping opportunities.
Little Bigelow Shelter & Campsite
A remote walk-in shelter and camping area located along the Appalachian Trail on Little Bigelow Mountain.
Long Falls Dam Hike-in Camping
A primitive hike-in camping spot located near the scenic Long Falls Dam on the Dead River.
Moose Falls
A backcountry tenting area situated near a water source along the Fire Warden's Trail on Mount Bigelow.
Myers Lodge Recreation Area
A beautiful forest camping area located near the historic Savage Farm site, featuring dispersed campsites at Myers Lodge West and walk-in options further east. The drive-in area offers space for a couple of rigs with picnic tables, a fire ring, and a vault toilet. The surrounding forest provides excellent privacy and scenic historical exploration.
Old Skiway Road Parking
A basic gravel parking area along Old Skiway Road near the Bald Mountain Trailhead.
Otter Pond Road Dispersed
Quiet forest corridor along Otter Pond Road near Pierce Pond Dam, offering basic primitive sites suitable for small groups and vans.
Parson's Brook Campsite
A remote campsite situated along Parson's Brook near the intersection of local multi-use and snowmobile trails.
Poplar Mountain Trailhead Parking
A basic trailhead parking lot providing access to nearby hiking trails up Poplar Mountain.
Rangeley Lake Campground
This is a developed state park campground situated along the shores of Rangeley Lake, offering wooded campsites with standard facilities.
Rangeley Road Dispersed Camping
A scenic dispersed camping corridor containing multiple gravel pull-offs and riverside clearings along Rangeley Road (Route 16). These sites offer direct access to the South Branch of the Dead River, making them excellent choices for both tent campers and self-contained rigs.
Round Barn Campsite
A primitive water-access and hike-in campsite on the eastern shore of Flagstaff Lake, near the historic Round Barn farm site.
Safford Notch
Safford Notch is a primitive backcountry hike-in campsite situated along the Appalachian Trail in the scenic Bigelow Preserve.
School House Point
School House Point is a hike-in or boat-in primitive campsite offering lakeside views along Flagstaff Lake.
South Branch Carrabassett River Campsite
A primitive hike-in tent campsite situated along the South Branch of the Carrabassett River, accessible via the Appalachian Trail or Caribou Valley Road.
Stratton Brook Pond Campsite
A primitive walk-in campsite situated next to the scenic Stratton Brook Pond in the Bigelow Public Lands.
Trout Brook Camping Area
A beautiful lakeside primitive camping area situated along Flagstaff Lake within the Bigelow Public Lands. The area features several closely grouped campsites shaded by paper birch trees, offering scenic views and access to the water. A vault toilet is available on-site. The access road is a narrow, sandy double-track with overhanging trees, making it best suited for vans and small rigs while being challenging for larger trailers.
Trout Brook North Campsite
A quiet hike-in camping spot situated on the northern side of Trout Brook.
Trout Brook South Campsite
A primitive walk-in campsite located on the southern shore of Trout Brook near Flagstaff Lake.
Walmart - Farmington
A reliable overnight parking option at the local Walmart in Farmington. Management permits travelers to stay for a single night, provided they park on the garden center side of the lot.
West Kingfield Road Parking
A simple roadside dirt pull-off located along West Kingfield Road.