About Desert of Maine The Desert of Maine is a weird and wonderful place that is difficult to describe. It is a natural wonder, a historic landmark, and a beloved tourist attraction. It has something for everyone: kids, history buffs, nature lovers, science nerds, and people that just want to relax and experience something new. The Desert of Maine has been around for decades, but is under new management as of 2019. The new owners are completely renovating this iconic destination 20 minutes from Portland, Maine and a short few miles from Freeport, LL Bean Flagship store and outlets. The campground has a new bath house, fire rings and firewood for sale.

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Jessica M on Trip Advisor

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a month ago

our stay at the Desert of Maine! my kiddo and i stayed overnight in one of the new A-frame Escape cabins at the campground and it was an amazing time! so beautiful and well kept and peaceful campground, and we loved playing mini golf in the afternoon and exploring the Desert of Maine in the evening!

Denise H on Trip Advisor

★★

a month ago

Fascinating Such a unique place! Been visiting several times over the years and it as been fun to see the changes. Campground is pristine, have never seen such clean restrooms and showers. Had a great visit. Did some star gazing

Viktor B on Trip Advisor

★★

a month ago

Great Camping site near Freeport Maine Fantastic Campground. This is truly an oasis for kids, families and adult getaways. Sand Dunes attraction is included with your camping rental (although after regular hours which is actually better!) They have tent spots, RV spots and very nice cabins. Bathrooms showers are luxurious as advertised!

Michaela F on Trip Advisor

★★

a month ago

Go prepared If you're well prepared for a literal hike you can have a good time. It looks likes they do a good job upkeeping the place and trying to keep it interesting. Grab a map and a water and you can easily spend 3 hours plus wandering around.

Voyage620937 on Trip Advisor

★★

a month ago

Lost keys in a lovely place We stayed here twice for a single night each time. The grounds are well kept. The bath house is extremely clean and contemporary. There are wonderful contemporary cabins also which is great for meeting non trailering friends for a camping experience. We did not get a chance to use the min golf course but we did walk the dunes at sunset which was lovely. This campground is close to the Freeport shopping area which we took advantage of for eating out and shopping while returning to our Airstream trailer in a cozy wood. Upon leaving after dumping our black water tank I left my set of truck, trailer and house keys in the Women’s room. I called and was told ,Yes, they were found and would be sent to me. And they were.Thank you Doug!

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Ginny on Trip Advisor

★★

a month ago

Interesting and enjoyable. Very interesting place to visit. Miniature golf, Cafe and gift shop. Beautiful area. Lots of informative signs about the area as well.

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Laura Smith-Petersen on Facebook

a month ago

The new mini golf course is nicely designed and a great way to spend an hour or so. Good fun!

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Thanks Laura!

TDNSE on Trip Advisor

★★

2 months ago

Quirky Mini Golf in the Desert Awesome new mini golf course. It’s located at the desert! Fun staff and challenging but entertaining holes. Ice cream is excellent too. Get the Camel Tracks!

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Solid choice on the Camel Tracks! Appreciate the feedback.

Beth Hoover on Facebook

2 months ago

This was our first visit, even though I am a native Mainer and grandmother. Took my daughter and grandchildren (4&6). My daughter and I found the self tour very interesting and were able to read most of the signs while the children raced across the sand dunes. The children loved Gemstone Village! The little houses, maze and especially digging for gems. We were disappointed that the fossil dig was not yet open, as I’m sure that would have been fun for them too. They loved the playground so much, the only way we could continue on to the desert was by promising they could play again on the way out. I am so glad we visited here.