NPS / R.Wang Reservations for campsites can only be made between Memorial Day weekend through mid-October on recreation.gov. Campsites are not maintained during the winter. Drive-to Campsites:
Open
Sandbank Stream Campground
 Sandbank Stream Campground has 3 campsites. It is located approximately 10 miles from the intersection of Route 11 and Swift Brook Road, near the beginning of the Katahdin Loop Road. There is a short trail to a wetland habitat viewpoint next to the campground.
TOTAL SITES: 3 Electric Hookups: 0 RV Only: 0 Tent Only: 0 Walk to/Boat to: 0 Group: 0 Horse: 0 Other: 0 Open
Lunksoos Campsites
 The Lunksoos campground area has a total of 7 campsites near the East Branch of the Penobscot River. Campsite 1 is an ADA site, sites 2-5 are individual sites, and sites 6 and 7 are group sites. Campers will park their vehicles in the parking lot and walk their equipment to their site. A vault toilet is located at the parking lot for all visitors to use. This campsite sits just above the Lunksoos Boat Launch. Enjoy the beauty of the river, forest, and night sky all in one location.
TOTAL SITES: 7 Electric Hookups: 0 RV Only: 0 Tent Only: 7 Walk to/Boat to: 7 Group: 2 Horse: 0 Other: 0 Open
Upper East Branch Campsite
 A large walk-in campsite located along the East Branch of the Penobscot River with access to the river. Picnic tables are available for campers, as well as a fire ring and access to a vault toilet. This site makes for a magnificent place for night sky viewing.
TOTAL SITES: 1 Electric Hookups: 0 RV Only: 0 Tent Only: 1 Walk to/Boat to: 1 Group: 1 Horse: 0 Other: 0 |
Last updated: April 15, 2025