Big Eddy Campground

Big Eddy Campground, operated by Chewonki, is located 28.5 West of "The Lakes" region of Millinocket on the Golden Road. It's location at Big Eddy on the West Branch of the Penobscot River is storied for landlocked salmon fishing and falling asleep to the sound of the river. Located just east of "the Cribworks" and Telos Bridge, prominent locations on the river, during your stay you'll see many white water rafts pass by each day. Watching the fly fisherman in the morning mist as you drink your coffee is about as picturesque as Maine gets.

The campground has RV sites, rustic cabins, cabin tents, and tent sites. Please note there is no water and sewer hook-ups for RVs, though water refills are available. Electricity is available during limited times for charging. There is no phone service at Big Eddy.

SAFETY NOTE: The Golden Road is a working road, with large trucks operating regularly. It is a dirt road with many hazards. Phone coverage is minimal once on the Golden Roard. Make sure you have a spare tire and tools to change it, follow all posted signs and speed limits, keep a sharp eye out for moose, and please give logging trucks plenty of room. Abol Bridge Store is the closest store to the Campground.

Location: 28.5 miles West of Golden Rd. Crossing at The Lakes in Millinocket, on the Golden Rd.

For more information and to book go to their website at bigeddy.chewonki.org. Big Eddy Campground closes from late fall through early spring.