Camping Area

Elm Stream Campground campground

Maine, USA Penobscot watershed 46.000°, -69.757°
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Elm Stream Campground -- Maine campground
Elm Stream Campground Maine · Penobscot watershed
About this campground

Elm Stream Campground

Elm Stream Campground, located in Maine’s scenic North Woods near Baxter State Park, offers 18 first-come, first-served established campsites—no reservations or permits required. A small fee is collected on-site. Amenities include picnic tables, fire rings with grills, pit toilets, and hand-pump water. There are no RV hookups, but small RVs can access the campground. Set in a dense, forested area alongside a quiet stream, it provides a peaceful, rustic camping experience. Popular nearby activities include hiking the Appalachian Trail, fishing, and wildlife watching. Best visited from late spring through early fall, this remote, serene spot is ideal for those seeking solitude and natural beauty.
StateMaine
WatershedPenobscot
Latitude46.0003°
Longitude-69.7569°
Amenities

What's on-site at Elm Stream Campground

Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.

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Reservations
First-come, first-served
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Toilets
Not listed
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Showers
Not listed
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Fire rings
Check rules
Detailed forecast

Plan your trip down to the hour

Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.

Hourly detail

Next 5 days, hour by hour

Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.

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Deep dive

5-day forecast table

Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.

Time Condition Temp (°F) Snow (in) Rain (in) Humidity (%) Wind (mps) Wind dir
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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & precipitation

Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.

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Nearby campgrounds

Other campgrounds in the area

Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Elm Stream Campground, with reservations status.

Campground Reservations Toilets View
Katahdin Stream - Baxter State Park
Salmon Island
Jewett Cove
Casey's Spencer Bay Camps
Beach Haven Campsite
Live water

Nearby streamflow

USGS streamgauges within reach of Elm Stream Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.

Snowpack

Nearby snow depths

NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Elm Stream Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.

SNOTEL station Snowpack 24h Snowfall View
Brassua Dam 0.0 in 0.0 in
Moosehead Lake 0.0 in 0.0 in
Jackman 0.0 in 0.0 in

Camping essentials & Leave No Trace

Pack it in, pack it out
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know before you go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize campfire impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave what you find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.

Set push alerts in the Snoflo app

Save Elm Stream Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.

FAQ

About Elm Stream Campground

Can I make reservations at Elm Stream Campground?

This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.

How fresh is the weather data on this page?

The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.

What's the best time of year to visit?

Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.

How do I get to Elm Stream Campground?

Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.

Can I get alerts when conditions change?

Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.

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