Camping Area

Kidney Pond Campground campground

Maine, USA Penobscot watershed 45.894°, -69.049°
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Kidney Pond Campground -- Maine campground
Kidney Pond Campground Maine · Penobscot watershed
About this campground

Kidney Pond Campground

Kidney Pond Campground in Baxter State Park, Maine, offers established campsites and rustic cabins along a serene lakeside setting with stunning views of Katahdin. Reservations are required and can fill months in advance; permits and fees apply. Amenities include pit toilets, potable water, picnic tables, and fire rings, but no RV access or hookups. The campground is non-electric and best for tent campers or those staying in cabins. The area is forested and peaceful, ideal for paddling, wildlife viewing, and nearby hiking trails like the Katahdin Loop and Sentinel Mountain. Best visited June–September, it offers a quiet, scenic escape into Maine’s wilderness.
StateMaine
WatershedPenobscot
Latitude45.8939°
Longitude-69.0487°
Amenities

What's on-site at Kidney Pond 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 Kidney Pond Campground, with reservations status.

Campground Reservations Toilets View
Daicey Pond Campground
Katahdin Stream Campground
Horserace Campground
Abol Campground
Abol - Baxter State Park
Live water

Nearby streamflow

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

Snowpack

Nearby snow depths

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

SNOTEL station Snowpack 24h Snowfall View
Moosehead Lake 0.0 in 0.0 in
Brassua Dam 0.0 in 0.0 in
Dover-Foxcroft 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 Kidney Pond Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.

FAQ

About Kidney Pond Campground

Can I make reservations at Kidney Pond 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 Kidney Pond 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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