Skip to main content

Campground

Wassataquoik Campsite

Details

Lat:45.9329028826
Lng:-68.7146921405
Content provided by
National Park Service LogoNational Park Service

Last Updated: February 24, 2026

Table Of Contents

Campground Overview

Introduction

A beautiful primitive hike or bike in campsite located next to Katahdin Brook along the International Appalachian Trail. The campsite is near the Wassataquoik Lean-to and is 0.9 miles from the Wassataquoik Gate trailhead. It is also accessible by hiking or biking 1.4 miles from Barnard Mountain Trailhead.

Campsite Details

Reservable1
First Come First Serve0
Total Sites1
Group0
Horse0
Tent Only1
Electrical Hookups0
RV Only0
Walk/Boat To1
Other0

Operating Hours

Backcountry Campsite

Directions

This site is 0.9 miles from the Wassataquoik Gate or 1.4 miles from the Barnard Mountain Trailhead.

Rates & Fees

$0.00

Walk-in

Walk-in primitive tent site.

Rules & Regulations

Fire/Stove Policy

Camp stoves are allowed. Campfires can only be kindled with a valid Maine Forest Service campfire permit and only in designated locations such as established campsites and lean-tos. A free permit is easily acquired prior to a visit by contacting the Maine Forest Service at the address or phone listed below: Maine Forest Service-Northern Region Headquarters 45 Radar Rd Ashland, ME 04732 207-435-7963 Untreated firewood from out of state is banned. Firewood brought in from other areas may contain non-native insect species that pose a serious threat to park resources. Quarantines have been issued for some areas. Please leave your firewood at home. Firewood is available locally in surrounding communities.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Access

    The campsite is not ADA accessible.

  • RV Allowed

    No

  • RV Information

    Not accessible by vehicle.

  • RV Maximum Length

    0

  • Trailer Maximum Length

    0

  • ADA Information

    There are no ADA campsites and the campsite is not ADA accessible.

  • Trailer Allowed

    No

  • Access Roads

    No Roads

  • Classifications

    Designated Primitive Campsites

THE VALUE OF TRIP CANVAS

Travel Like an Expert with AAA and Trip Canvas

Get Ideas from the Pros

As one of the largest travel agencies in North America, we have a wealth of recommendations to share! Browse our articles and videos for inspiration, or dive right in with preplanned AAA Road Trips, cruises and vacation tours.

Build and Research Your Options

Save and organize every aspect of your trip including cruises, hotels, activities, transportation and more. Book hotels confidently using our AAA Diamond Designations and verified reviews.

Book Everything in One Place

From cruises to day tours, buy all parts of your vacation in one transaction, or work with our nationwide network of AAA Travel Agents to secure the trip of your dreams!