The best mountainous campgrounds near Lincoln, Maine

Set up camp in Lincoln and wake up surrounded by Maine’s rugged mountain terrain. You’ll find over 10 mountainous campsites here, with nightly rates averaging $50 and spots dipping as low as $35. Facilities like toilets, pet-friendly policies, and campfire rings let you settle in comfortably after a day out. Hiking trails crisscross the landscape, snow sports take over in winter, and swimming holes offer relief when the sun’s out. Standout sites include 100 Mile Wilderness Cabin (56 reviews), Big Moose Inn Cabins & Campground (14 reviews), and Blueberry Fields Tenting & Camping (10 reviews). Lincoln’s campsites are close to trailheads and tucked among thick pine forests, so you’re never far from adventure—or a quiet spot to watch the sun set over the hills.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Set up camp in Lincoln and wake up surrounded by Maine’s rugged mountain terrain. You’ll find over 10 mountainous campsites here, with nightly rates averaging $50 and spots dipping as low as $35. Facilities like toilets, pet-friendly policies, and campfire rings let you settle in comfortably after a day out. Hiking trails crisscross the landscape, snow sports take over in winter, and swimming holes offer relief when the sun’s out. Standout sites include 100 Mile Wilderness Cabin (56 reviews), Big Moose Inn Cabins & Campground (14 reviews), and Blueberry Fields Tenting & Camping (10 reviews). Lincoln’s campsites are close to trailheads and tucked among thick pine forests, so you’re never far from adventure—or a quiet spot to watch the sun set over the hills.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Big Moose Inn Cabins & Campground

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30mi from Lincoln · 63 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Millinocket, ME

Big Moose Inn Cabins & CampgroundIrving O. Hunt and his brother Lyman built some rough camps on Millinocket Lake before they became interested in the Nesowadnehunk Stream region. Whether or not their old camps were at the same site as the present camps on Millinocket Lake we do not know.The Millinocket Lake Camps, known today as Big Moose Inn, are located on a narrow spit of land separating Ambejejus Lake and Millinocket Lake. Before a dam controlled Ambajejus’ water level, it was possible to pole up the short stream from Millinocket Lake into Ambejejus.Fred Spencer build the camps, originally named Camp Eureka, in 1899 or 1900 and ran them with his brother. With the founding of Millinocket only a few years earlier and lumbering roads nearing Katahdin, the two lakes became more easily accessible. Camp Eureka was advertised as the only camp reachable by both boat (from Norcross) and road (from Millinocket). In 1905, the rate was $1.50 per day, meals included. Spencer also claimed the lakes had no flies or mosquitoes during spring and summer- a phenomenon caused by the way winds blow across the lakes, which makes it difficult for insects to gain a foothold.The camps’ name changed to Camp Spencer and later to Spencer’s Camps. Around 1929 the lease was transferred to Elmer Woodworth, who lived with his wife on a nearby island while they operated the camps. Elmer, a well-known guide, trapped over the winter, and his wife served as the camp cook. The couple soon renamed the camps Millinocket Lake Camps and Trading Post. They also maintained an outlying camp on Sandy Stream for their guests. In 1941, a major fire broke out in the area. The Woodworths saved the camps by wetting them down, but lost their island home when a stray spark jumped the cove. There is some evidence that, for a short time, a gentleman named Johnny Given either held the lease or managed the camps for the Woodworths. Except for that brief change the Woodworths operated the camps for many years until they passed the lease on to their son Ray, who ran them with his wife Muriel.In 1977, the lease was transferred to Bob and Frederica (“Teddy”) Boynton, who in 1981 sold the trading post to Erwin and Maureen Bacon. The Boyntons retained the sporting camp operation and later added a public restaurant. Teddy renamed the camps Big Moose Inn. Bob and his son Bruce made many renovations to the camps, while Teddy decorated and furnished them. The Boynton Family has remained involved in the success of the inn and restaurant. After Teddy’s death in 1991, management passed to Bruce and his sister Laurie, but Bob and other family members are still very involved.The dam separates the flowages of the two lakes. Millinocket Lake is about eight feet above its original level, and Ambajejus is now some 21 feet above its original level. Today several West Branch rafting companies make the inn their seasonal center of operations.At Big Moose, we bring you a rare blend of friendly service and lovely surroundings that successfully reflects our unique personality. Located on Millinocket Lake, Big Moose is the closest full service accommodations to Baxter State Park. Our central Katahdin Region lodging offers easy access to many of Baxter State Park's magnificent natural resources.Our Katahdin lodging packages consist of inn rooms, suites, lakefront and trailside cabins, and campgrounds. Fredericka's restaurant offers casual fine dining between two lakes while the Loose Moose Bar & Grille offers comfort food after a long day outdoors.-Dine in our newly remodeled dining room with friends and family. Our authentic solid oak tables and chairs make this room adaptable to any decor you choose when hosting weddings, reunions or anniversaries. A great place for corporate retreats and workshops. Our new side dining room offers intimacy and privacy for gatherings of 25 or less. Call to reserve it for your special celebration.•Big Moose Vacation Packages-Big Moose selects the best businesses to deliver a complete vacation package to you. We team with local and regional experts to offer guided tours, photography workshops, guided fishing trips and more. Choose one of the complete all inclusive packages from the list on the left and you will be assured a wilderness outdoor vacation that you won't soon forget. Want a weekend trip to Maine all your own, checkout the "Guides & Tours" section under Maine Adventures. Find great outdoor activities to do or take a guided excursion from one of the many knowledgeable tour guides who cater to Big Moose guests. The Big Moose Inn's location affords our guest many opportunities to enjoy the Maine outdoors. It is only a short distance from Baxter State Park and the North Maine Woods, where our guests enjoy the recreational adventures they come to the Katahdin region for. Explore the area by yourself or join a guided tour looking for wildlife or hike into remote wilderness areas with a Registered Maine Guide. The Penobscot River offers many recreational opportunities from fishing, canoeing to whitewater rafting.Our PoliciesPets: Dogs are welcome in our campground. However, we do not have any pet-friendly cabins. Pets are not permitted inside the Inn. Please follow these rules and expectations:• Pet must be on a leash at all times• Pet must not be left unattended because of the summer heat, barking, and possible damage.• Must pick up after your pet.If you would rather board your pet contact Katahdin Kritters Pet Resort - 207-746-8040Tax: All rates are subject to 9% Maine sales tax.PLEASE NO SMOKING IN CABINS OR INN ROOMS/SUITES, FINES MAY OCCUR.Cancellations: As an independently owned and operated inn, we do not overbook our accommodations - each reservation is made for a specfic date, accomdation, number of guests and we are expecting you! Cancellations and changes made with short notice impact us significally. We do sympathize, however, we must maintain our business policy due to limited season and accommodation demands.Prior to 30 days of arrival, full refund; cancellation within 30 days, no refund/forfeiture of deposit. No adjustments or refunds for early departures. Please note: There are no exceptions to our cancellation policy whether it be for reasons of sickness, family emergency or weather. Check-in: 4pm-10pmCheck-out: 10am.Cabin guests must bring their own towels, or they may call in advance to arrange for towels to be rented.

2. 100 Mile Wilderness Cabin

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47mi from Lincoln · 1 site · Lodging · Elliottsville Township, ME

This is a quaint, off grid cabin located in Elliotsville, Me., surrounded by wilderness, next to the Appalachian Trail in the 100 Mile Wilderness. Propane lights, glass front woodstove, fully operational kitchen, propane cookstove, fire pit out front, BBQ grill on porch. Firewood and propane and plenty of water at sink provided. 2 8ft kayaks for your use to explore all the ponds and lakes nearby. You can spend days or weeks exploring the area, hiking, biking, canoeing, mountain climbing and swimming. Its like going back in time a hundred years but you have some cell reception, unlike our ancestors. Have made several improvements to cabin not yet reflected in guest photos. Yeti type cooler provided for refrigeration of food for longer stays. The cabin is small but can accommodate 5 easily. Queen bed with bunk beds in 1st floor bedroom, full size and twin bed in upstairs bedroom. Clean linens provided. Open kitchen and living room.

3. Twin Brook Farm

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49mi from Lincoln · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Mt Chase, ME

Welcome to our Twin Brook Farm Homestead !! We are situated in the Shadows of Mt. Katahdin, in Northern Penobscot County in the Town Of Mount Chase. The property consists of 160 acres, comprised mostly of woods and smaller fields. Feel free to explore our property during your stay We are just minutes from Baxter State Park and the Katahdin Woods and Water National Monument. Located directly on an ATV access route. Your host is a retired Maine Forest Ranger and a current Maine Registered Guide. I can offer advice for local recreational opportunities or be hired for a variety of specific activities of your choosing. Great fishing, hiking, canoeing, biking and other recreational opportunities lie at our doorstep. We also have kayaks available to rent for use in the area. We offer fantastic views right from our property. Come visit, relax, explore the farm and surrounding Northern Maine Area. Our Sunrise and Sunsets are second to none !!!

4. Great North Woods Glamping Sites

4.7mi from Lincoln · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Lincoln, ME

Camp in the Great North Woods with Mountain Views • 8-acre property with a 30 ft. RV and 2 tent campsites • Near ATV trails • Close to 13 lakes • Near Baxter State Park (less than an hour away) • RBM Outdoors double-layer hot tent with wood stove • Adirondack chairs • Firepits • Fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector • Walking trails on the property • Bring your ATV — the trail is right up the road • Bring your boat — the lake is right down the street • Stargaze in this dark-sky zone • Hunt or fish on nearby lakes or the Penobscot River

5. Tent Chantrelle

11mi from Lincoln · 4 sites · Tents, Lodging · Lee, ME

**TENT SITE** This property is settled into the northern hills. A private 10 Acre field and forest with freshwater springs. In the process of setting up for tenting this camping area is where you can enjoy evening sunsets and miles of hiking trails. This property offers drive-in drive-out, easy parking with a few spots to pitch a tent and a cozy fire pit. This property is just minutes away from Silver Lake, House in the Woods, KD Stables, Handy stop convenience store, a bakery, and winery, Orchard Spring Campground, and Mt. Jefferson for winter skiing, access to ATV and snowmobile trails on site. Enjoy this secluded property with the sound of loons from the near-by lake - birds, frogs, crickets and the water. You will find this peaceful spot on the back roads of farmland, and sunsets.

6. Historic Qualey Homestead & Forest

36mi from Lincoln · 1 site · Tent · Stacyville, ME

Walking rights to 5 million acres! 10 mountain view! Butterfly Paradise! Exactly between Baxter State Park and Katahdin Woods And Waters National Monument. A connoisseur's delight. Gift items including mystic and celestial paintings, soon to be available from the owners on Etsy at www.etsy.com/shop/PleiadiaJewels and RedBubble at www.redbubble/com/shop/PleiadiaJewels Enough room for 12 camp sites. Please bring a Chemical Toilet or visit the CircleK gas station and deli and travel goods shop, which is full service, 3 minutes from the house and camping area. Parking is on the lane next to the small graveyard. BUTTERFLY PARADISE HOMESTEAD Originally built in 1904 as the Qualey Homestead, w/an addition in 1949. It has a great view of Katahdin from Kitchen & Living Room, partial view from the Den, which has a view of Mount Chase & Sugar Loaf. There is a 180 deg. view of the mountain range from the apple orchard behind the house + the star watch point by the 100 year old graveyard. There is a 12 herb medicinal garden, a 12+ wildflowers garden, + berries. The garden has amazing star watching and viewpoints with large granite stones and bistro tables for seating. Plenty of space for gazebos, pool, tiny houses, raised garden beds, etc. Lots of white quartz, red & black agate, slate. Lots of lichen, moss, pine cones, mushrooms. Lots of wildlife: eagles, hawks, turkey flock, deer herd, squirrels, chipmunks, and countless species of bird. Two 100+ year old and several other mature heirloom apple trees. There is a nearby creek leading to the 10,000 Acre Bog which is full of peat + pitcher plants. The house is fed by a well and there is not one but two seasonal springs in the garden, one supports a raspberry bog, and the other a very nice pond which a variety of toads and frogs and salamanders enjoy. The home is 5 min. from the grocery, town office, post office, transfer station, & church in Sherman; 10 min. from the local junior high & high school; 25 min. from hardware, nursery, supermarket, & churches in Patten. Just 30 min. from Millinocket, 45 min. from Lincoln, & 1 hr. from Bangor. Express bus service to the airport from Circle K by the Katahdin Motor Lodge 2 min. from the house. There are nearby farms that sell produce and quilts.

Stories from the community

Outside the cabin there's a nice little porch, a firepit, and a patio table & chairs

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Jamil

2 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to 100 Mile Wilderness Cabin

This was our second visit to Paul's cabin and did not disappoint again. Paul made sure there was enough water and wood to last our stay. There is now a flushing toilet outside which was a nice treat. There are many fantastic walking trails close by including the Appalachian Trail. This time round we spent time at North Pond and Juniper Knee Pond and hiked 4ish hour to Little Wilson Falls (there and back and time at the falls).

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Richard

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to 100 Mile Wilderness Cabin

Well appointed with all one needs for a multiday stay. If considering a stay during colder months, don't hesitate. The wood stove did the trick and there was more than enough wood. Most impressive was Paul's hosting, maintained contact throughout...very helpful. We will be back!

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Jessica

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to 100 Mile Wilderness Cabin

Wonderful cabin, this was our second time there. The cabin is well stocked and comfortable. It is beautiful there in the fall. Paul is a great host.

Spacious sites with spectacular views of surrounding mountains.

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Jon

October 2025

25 ft Class A

With pets

4 nights at Twin Brook Farm

Easy to find! Lots of choices as to where you can park. If you stay up high the mountain views are spectacular or chose a spot near the picnic table and have total privacy. Trails are numerous. Really enjoyed chatting with Chris and swapping stories.

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Nathan

September 2025

2 nights at 100 Mile Wilderness Cabin

Beautiful cabin and location; very private and easy drive to Moosehead Lake. For sure recommend.

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Lauren

September 2025

With pets

2 nights at 100 Mile Wilderness Cabin

Loved staying here! Having a stocked kitchen, linens provided, and firewood and water available made packing so much easier than usual. A nice private spot too.

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Joni

September 2025

Weekend Trip to 100 Mile Wilderness Cabin

What a gem! 100% hope to be back! Peaceful, quiet, clean and fully stocked! Just bring your clothes and food. Paul provides everything else. Love the location; Monson is a quaint small town with charming people. The flush toilet was a bonus and the shower worked fantastic!

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Ted

September 2025

Weekend Trip to 100 Mile Wilderness Cabin

We had a wonderful weekend. Paul had everything we could possibly need and then some. The shower and bathroom are exceptionally clean and easy to use. We highly recommend you stay there!

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Dedira

August 2025

20 ft campervan

With pets

Weekend Trip to Big Moose Inn Cabins & Campground

I had a big site. The water and electric was over by the bathrooms and if I had my RV it would have been a pain to get to but since i was in my camper van it was no problem. The campgrounds were really clean and well taken care of and so was the bathrooms. Campgrounds are really close to Baxter State Park

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Elaine

August 2025

5 nights at 100 Mile Wilderness Cabin

An incredibly peaceful and serene location with an easy, simple walk to the Appalachian Trail. Want privacy, no light pollution or noise pollution? Go here!

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Mike

August 2025

12 ft travel trailer

2 nights at Big Moose Inn Cabins & Campground

Nice site and very friendly and helpful staff and guests. My only other comment is some sites (my site) are a little noisy from traffic on the road about 15 yards away.

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Kathleen J

August 2025

20 ft pop-up camper

3 nights at Big Moose Inn Cabins & Campground

This campground was perfectly situated in the heart of God's country. It sits between Lake Ambejejus and Millinockett Lake. We found Ambejejus to be outstanding for swimming. The sites were very spacious and flat. AB was right next to the bathrooms/showers, which was also nice. There are also 3 restaurants within walking distance that offer a nice variety of cuisines, ranging from bar food/sandwiches to upscale entrees. We really had a great time at Big Moose!

Zemene

August 2025

2 nights at 100 Mile Wilderness Cabin

We loved this area! Hiked Borestone Mountain, Mount Kineo, and took a dip in the nearby river. The shower was nice and easy to use.

Jessica

August 2025

Weekend Trip to 100 Mile Wilderness Cabin

We had a great 2 night stay here. The property is gorgeous and private. After a full day of hiking the bed was very comfy!

Ashley

August 2025

4 nights at 100 Mile Wilderness Cabin

Paul’s cabin is the best we stayed at all summer! The flush toilet and shower are genius and I wish all cabins had that. Paul was an awesome host- bringing us more water and firewood when we got low. The welcome book had great suggestions for things to do to keep our teenagers busy. We will definitely be back next year!

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Sherry

July 2025

With pets

4 nights at 100 Mile Wilderness Cabin

We loved staying at Paul’s camp, it was just like he described it, quiet and peaceful and perfect. We had our twin 2 year old granddaughters, our daughter and her husband and 3 dogs with us and we enjoyed camp fires, walks down the road, picking wild flowers and just being together unplugged. We went on some swimming adventures in the area that he had listed in a binder (thanks for that Paul!). It was a wonderful time. He has a slice of heaven there and we are grateful he is sharing it. He supplied everything, even a cooler on the porch and brought extra water and firewood. The flush toilets and shower were a big plus.

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Patrick

June 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to 100 Mile Wilderness Cabin

This place has it all! Beautiful cabin, bunk beds, main bed, upstairs loft, kitchen, sitting area, gorgeous porch, firepit, chairs, a flush toilet, even a shower! We’ve stayed in our fair share of hipcamp cabins but this cabin was perfect, plenty of room for us and our dog and 3 year old son and the host thought of everything. We sincerely didn’t even need to pack anything ourselves, had plenty of kitchen gear, drinkable water, camp equipment, bed linens, extra battery lamps, even ratchet straps for the kayaks he had available! Even provided a binder of local spots to check out and directions, which was especially helpful as GPS service was spotty. I highly recommend coming here and we are already looking for another time to come, especially knowing we don’t have to pack much more stuff ourselves. We had so much fun checking out the area and chatting with locals at a nearby pond. We had even accidentally left a steel water bottle and the owner reached out and offered to ship it back home to us! Having the trail behind the house was the best place to take the whole family for a day hike one day, and being that close to the AT was a gem. Book this place! Don’t think twice!

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Jessica

June 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to 100 Mile Wilderness Cabin

We really enjoyed our stay at Paul’s cabin. It’s a great location with easy access to hiking trails. The cabin was very comfortable. Paul was a great host, very responsive and the cabin was very well stocked.

AT was easily accessible just behind the cabin.

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Pamela

May 2025

Weekend Trip to 100 Mile Wilderness Cabin

The cabin and surrounding land was better than even expected. The pictures don't do this property justice. A literal slice of heaven with every convenience available. Paul has made this off-grid cabin feel so comfortable and welcoming. I can't wait to book this place again.

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Michel

May 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to 100 Mile Wilderness Cabin

This cabin is what you need if you want a true outdoor experience and Paul is the host you need. I would 100% recommend this place and I will come back because there is so much to explore.