Camping Reservation Tips & FAQ

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Things to Know

  • State Park Campground Online Reservations System and Call Center reserve campsites for groups of 6 or fewer people.
    • A minimum of one (1) adult 18 years or older per camping party must be present.
    • When you make an online reservation you can search for sites that will fit your RV or tent and among all the amenities we offer.
    • Each Campsite has a picnic table and firering.
    • State Park campgrounds are for the exclusive use of registered campers and their guests, and must used for the intended purpose of sleeping on the campsite.
  • Larger families and groups may make reservations at our Group campsites.
  • Pets are allowed at all campgrounds except Sebago Lake State Park Campground; they must be kept on a leash under the physical control of the handler and must not be left unattended. Pet waste must be picked up immediately and disposed of properly.
  • Educational and recreational programs are offered at many of our Family Campgrounds and include special evening and campfire sessions. Call the park to get a copy of their schedule.
  • For the events open to both campers and day visitors visit our searchable calendar of events.
  • Playgrounds are available at many of the parks. Use our Park Search feature to learn more about the parks and view the amenities each offers.
  • If you and your family are seasoned campers you may want to try a backcountry camping experience on the Public Reserved Lands.
  • Accessible sites are offered for those who may benefit from them. For specific details contact the park in advance.

2025 Reservations

February 1:

  • Lily Bay and Sebago Lake State Park ONLY– Monday, February 3, 2025 at 9:00 AM, EST (storm date if Maine State Government is closed – Tuesday, February 4, 2025) Make an online reservation at www.CampWithME.com
  • Also on February 3: Group Camping and Picnic Shelter Reservations - call park directly Locations, Reservation Information, and Phone Numbers to call; no online reservations taken.

February 6:

How to Reserve State Park Camping Trip

Group Reservations (6+ campers) must book group campsites.

Parties with 6 or fewer people

Online +

  • Reservation must be made by 4:00 p.m. EST at least 1 day ahead of your arrival date, and we require a 2-night minimum stay on weekends.
  • When booking a reservation on or after July 1, a 1-night minimum stay is available, including weekends, at all parks.
  • Opening dates as listed above;
    • Available 24/7
  • Closes September 7, 2025 at 4 p.m. EST
  • See Online Reservation Tips

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By Phone +

  • In Maine call: 800-332-1501
  • From Outside Maine call: (207) 624-9950
  • TTY: Maine Relay 711
  • Reservation must be made by 4:00 p.m. EST at least 1 business day* ahead of your arrival date, and we require a 2-night minimum stay on weekends.
  • When booking a reservation on or after July 1, a 1-night minimum stay is available, including weekends, at all parks.
  • Call Center Hours & Business Days*
    • Opening dates as listed above;
    • 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. EST Monday through Friday; closed holidays.
    • Call Center closes on September 5, 2025 at 4 p.m. EST

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By Mail +

  • Reservation must arrive by 4:00 p.m. EST at least 1 business day* ahead of your arrival date, and we require a 2-night minimum stay on weekends.
  • When booking a reservation on or after July 1, a 1-night minimum stay is available, including weekends, at all parks.
  • Postmarks may not be earlier than the reservation opening date:
    • For Sebago Lake State Park and Lily Bay reservations; 2/3/2025.
    • All other State Park Camping reservations; 2/6/2025.
  • Mail-in Address:
    DACF, Bureau of Parks and Lands
    ATTN: Campground Reservations
    22 SHS, 18 Elkins Lane
    Augusta, ME 04333

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Online Reservation Tips

During the online reservation you will be able to:

  • Specify Tent or RV Size (“Equipment Size”)
    • Assures that the campsites generated during your search will be an appropriate size.
  • Request Water & Electricity Hook-ups
  • Search for a Campsite by:
    • Park Name
    • Arrival Date
      • You must arrive and be registered between 1 p.m. - 9 p.m. EST, and be set-up on your campsite before 10 p.m. when quiet hours begin; generators, where allowed, may only be used 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
      • Late arrivals will not be allowed entrance; a refund will not be issued.
    • Number of Nights
      • Minimum Stay
        • Sebago Lake State Park requires a minimum 4-night stay if you make your reservation during February for the camping season.
      • Weekend Minimum Requirement Friday & Saturday 2 night stay
      • When booking a reservation on or after July 1, a 1-night minimum stay is available, including weekends, at all parks.
      • Maximum Stay
        • 14 nights per person, per State Park.
          • From last Saturday in June through 3rd Saturday in August.
          • No maximum stay limit during the off season.

Adding a Campsite to your Shopping Cart +

  • Select the Search Button and search for the type of campsite you want.
  • Select the campsite.
  • Add the campsite to your “shopping cart” - A 15-minute hold is placed on each selection.
  • To add a second site repeat steps 1-3.
  • Proceed to checkout and complete all necessary information.
    • The occupant listed will be the only person allowed to check-in to your campsite.
  • Read Disclaimer and check the “I Agree” box.
  • Payment Page. You need to have your credit card in hand (American Express, Visa, Mastercard and Discover are accepted).
  • Receive Confirmation
    • A numbered reservation permit is your confirmation; the person listed as the occupant must bring valid ID and a printed or electronic permit to check-in.
    • May be reprinted anytime until your reservation date has passed.
  • Review your confirmation immediately for accuracy. If there is an error contact the Reservation Call Center or edit your reservations online.

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Cancel or Change a Reservation +

  • Do it yourself at the online Reservation Center.
  • Call the reservation Call Center, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday; closed holidays,
    • Only the person listed in the billing section of the permit can make changes or cancel the reservation.
    • If assistance is needed after hours or on weekends, contact the park directly you have reserved for.
    • In Maine call: 800-332-1501
    • From Outside Maine call: (207) 624-9950.
  • Requires your:
    • Name - exactly as used on your billing credit card.
    • Permit number.
    • Credit Card used for original reservation.

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Other Information - Session Tracking - Use of Cookies +

This online service, like most eCommerce services around the Web and on www.Maine.gov, utilizes "cookies" in order to complete your reservation. Cookies are small text files that a web server may ask your web browser to store, and to send back to the web server when needed.

  • Cookies allow us to:
    • Distinguish between different users
    • Use information provided at one stage of an application at a later time (for instance, items placed in a 'shopping cart' might need to be displayed on a later 'check-out' screen).
  • When we use cookies in this way, the cookie is stored on your web browser only temporarily; the cookie is destroyed at the end of the transaction or at the end of the browser session.

To set your web browser to accept cookies, please follow the links below.

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For Reservation Help and Campsite or Park Rules questions email us at campground.reservations@maine.gov.

Contact the Reservations Call Center

In Maine: (800) 332-1501;
Outside of Maine: (207) 624-9950;
TTY: Maine Relay 711
Contact Email Address: campground.reservations@maine.gov