Jewett Cove Camping Area
Rate this placeLast Updated: December 5, 2025
Jewett Cove, located on the peaceful northern shore of Flagstaff Lake in Maine’s Bigelow Preserve, offers primitive, first-come, first-served dispersed camping with no established campsites, fees, or reservations required.
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Summary
There are no toilets, water, hookups, picnic tables, or fire rings—campers must practice Leave No Trace principles. Accessible by rough dirt roads, it's best for tents and high-clearance vehicles, not suitable for RVs. The vibe is quiet and remote, with stunning lakeside views backed by forested mountains. Paddle-in camping is popular, and nearby trails include access to the Appalachian Trail and Bigelow Mountain range. Best visited from late spring to early fall.
Nearby Campgrounds
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Jewett Cove
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Salmon Island
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Casey's Spencer Bay Camps
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Beach Haven campsite
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Lily Bay State Park
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Camping Essential Practices
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.
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Nearby Snowpack Depths
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MOOSEHEAD LAKE
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BRASSUA DAM
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JACKMAN
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EAST SANGERVILLE
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HARMONY
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Lobster Lake To Confluence With West Branch