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Hole in the Wall Camping

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160 reviews
 · Strong, Franklin, Maine
30 acres hosted by Tom P.
2 RV/tent sites
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We purchased this land a few years ago when our neighbors decided to sell. It abuts our property They used it as a place for their family to gather and camp on during Maine wonderful summer season. It is a beautiful, quiet spot with a great view and a small pond. Hipcamp lets us share this spot and helps pay our property taxes. We are located in the western mountains of Maine in a summer community on Porter Lake. There is a beautiful view of New Vineyard mountain from our 3 acre field.  We have 2 trailer sites with power and water (non potable) and an out house. The field has several fire pits and soft grassy spaces for pitching tents. The camping area is fairly private from our neighbors along the road. The site has a small private pond surrounded by trees you can sit and relax near.  You can (walk/bike/drive) the 1/4 mile down the dirt road to the public beach. The beach has a public dock, boat ramp, swim float, picnic tables and grills. Paddle out to the island and try the rope swing with one of our kayaks or canoes.  Be sure to check out the bald eagles that live in the white pine tree just a little farther down the island. You will hear the loons during your stay and possibly see a mother with her babies on her back. There are also ducks and ducklings and geese with gosling paddling about the lake. The state stocks the lake with trout, splake, and salmon if you like to fish. There is plenty to do right here!
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97% Recommend385 ratings · 160 reviews
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Furusho V.
3 reviews
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· April 2025
Quiet and relaxing weekend
Tent · Group trip ·
Site 3 lower field
Exactly what the doctor ordered! The field was muddy (tis the season) but Tom was in communication and warned us about the conditions a few days before the trip, so we were able to prepare. There wasn’t any firewood for purchase at the site but we were able to make do. Instructions for how to reach the site were clear and the site was easy to get to, though the road is muddy so two-wheel drivers proceed with caution. Overall a good trip and was a great way to test out some new backpacking gear that we had. Also, the lake is a short walk away and gorgeous! Would love to return in the summer when we can swim.
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Wayne P.
7 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2024
A great place to just relax!
26 ft travel trailer ·
Site 2 upper nook
Had a nice 3 day stay here at the Upper Nook at Hole In The Wall. Was only one other camper on site, and given it's fairly remote location, it was extremely quiet and peaceful! The weather wasn't so cooperative, but we enjoyed the stay anyways. My only criticism is that the site was supposed to have water available...it was not. Due to the cold weather, Tom had pulled the pump. Although we completely understand the necessity, an advance notice should have been given so we could have equipped ourselves better for a "no water" situation!
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Sean D.
7 months on Hipcamp
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· October 2024
A good place to stay for sure
17 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
Site 2 upper nook
Access was good. I really like the fact that there was a big "OPEN" flag at the gate to ensure we found the right place. The site was level enough and we wanted power for the night and it worked well. There were bins with "Firewood $5" on them, but they were empty. That was not ideal but there were plenty of blow downs to burn so it worked out as it was cold and a fire was really desired. There was an outhouse. Clean and did its job. All in all a good place to stay.
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Becky S.
4 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
Nice spot near lake!
25 ft campervan ·
Site 3 lower field
Great spot, easy to find and nice walk to a little public beach down the road. Not the most level for vans/rvs, but we were able to make it work.
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Karen J.
3 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
Nice spot, better suited for tents.
25 ft campervan ·
Site 3 lower field
A little hard to get level in my converted short bus. However, nice little spot for The night close to a lake to take the dogs.
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Austin W.
2 reviews
Mixed feelings
· October 2024
Tent ·
Site 4 tucked in the corner.
Great spot to camp however it will not be private if that is what you’re looking for.
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Strong, Franklin, Maine, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Tom P.

Joined in April 2019
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