Newport warmly welcomes those seeking a bit of peace within the pine forests of Maine. Its prized location on the expansive Sebasticook Lake, comprising more than 4,288 acres, offers boundless swimming, boating, fishing, and snowmobiling opportunities. Accordingly, the lake's surrounding drainage areas include major tributaries that provide habitats for various fish and bird species. The area provides a range of camping options ranging from private tent campsites with picnic tables and showers to amenity-filled Newport RV parks featuring full hookups and playgrounds. Although 90 minutes to 2 hours from Newport, standout state parks in the area include Camden Hills State Park, Sebago Lake State Park, and Crocker Mountain Range State Park. If you're looking for a true escape into nature, you can't beat the idyllic wilderness available near Newport.