We had such a great family day at the Park today. Nice, shady picnic table close to the beach/water. Clean grill at our site. Plentiful bathrooms. Snack shack. We swam, walked to the sand bar, and had a barbecue. Everyone (ages 10 - 62) had a wonderful time. Lines were long to get in but they moved as fast as possible and it was a hot day - everyone had the same idea. read more

Sebago Lake State Park - Lots of people had the very same idea today. Great day for it! - Parks Near Me - Casco, Maine

In July 2026, our family stopped by Sebago Lake SP on a drive from Portland, ME to the White Mountains. It's a popular lake that was crowded with many kids and families on a small beach. If you are seeking peace and quiet, I would look for other options. But the water in the lake was relatively warm (ideal for swimming compared to the frigid waters of Maine's coastline). Also, the water was very clear and clean. One interesting note is that Sebago Lake provides the water supply for the entire city of Portland, ME. The tap water there had a delicious, clean taste from the fresh water of Sebago Lake. read more

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The snack bar at Sebago Lake State Park is closed. While the picnic area is very pleasant with plenty of benches and grills, the beach is severely eroded. However, handicap access is available and working yourself around tree roots, the water is pleasant. Nice sandy bottom. read more

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There are multiple improvements this year. The park is newly paved from the main road to the beach area. There are new entry booths far from the main road effectively ending the back up in the main road. I highly recommend the state park pass. read more

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We've camped all over the state of Maine, but keep coming back to this campground right in our backyard. It's priced at a premium over other Maine state parks, $10 more per night, but worth every penny. And I much prefer it to the campsites that cost three times as much that have cable hook ups and far too many conveniences. Nice balance between modern conveniences and good old fashioned family fun. read more

Because I grew up on Sebago Lake (near Standish), I had never been to the state park (at least not that I can remember). But I've always loved this lake -- it's incredibly clear waters, the way it can be still like a pond or choppy like the ocean, the icy coldness of it at the beginning of summer and the bath water warmth at the end of the season. The State Park opened in 1938 and is considered one of Maine's original state parks; it's much bigger than it seems (and I was impressed with how clean it was; from what I've noticed, people do a great job carrying in, carrying out). So far I've only been to one area, I guess the sand bar? It's mostly pine trees and picnic tables that abruptly open up to just a few feet of sand before the water (and expansive views of the surrounding mountains) itself. The sand is gravelly, but not super rocky -- it makes swimming such an enjoyable experience because the lake bottom is so smooth and firm (like not at all soft; I don't know about you, but I hate stepping into a body of water and feeling my feet sink into muck). So refreshing! So Maine! I love having a State Parks Pass and all the great places I've been able to explore (some for the first time and some for the millionth time)! (#ThankYouThursday and #ThankYouEVERYDAY for the Maine State Parks Pass; the absolute best gift anyone ever got me, and especially useful this past year.) read more

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Beautiful beautiful beautiful Places like this makes me feel proud to be from New York! Definitely recommend coming and also if you are able to, stay in the cabins. Hike, meditate, etc... such a cool place to come to. read more

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The best lake swimming around. It only gets warm enough for swimming a couple months a year but, when that happens, there is no place I would rather be. Clean lake with a nice sandy bottom as well as a small sand beach. Quite a few picnic tables and grills. Changing rooms and restrooms. Usually with lifeguards and a snack bar. But oh that lake. Heaven! read more

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Clean fun little expensive. No dogs allowed. Bathrooms are clean. Changing rooms are excepted.

I went cross country skiing in Sebago Lake State Park. Because there is not much snow right now, and not cold enough these days, the snow is not soft but icy. That means it is not ideal for cross country skiing, but still nice to be outside and do activity in the nature. The 4-mile loop is flat and easy even for beginners. The lake is not frozen at all and beautiful by reflecting the sun. Some people seem to come to walk around lake with dogs. It looks like not crowded at all in winter. read more

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I absolutely love this park, wether it be the public beach and swimming area or the campground you can stay at, they're both excellent. We camp annually at the campground, each august and it just holds so much positive energy and great memories within our group. We set up in #206 every year and spend about four nights at the park. We kayak and swim and use our floats in the ocean- like waves. We kayak out to the sandbar and spend hours just lazily tossing about. We sun on the beach of the amazing witches cove and come night, hang by the awesome fire pits. The stars are something to see as well, since there is little light pollution over the second largest lake in Maine. The lake is so big we have yet to see all of its magic. Frye island is another magically part of the trip, if you can make it out there I'd suggest you do so. The ferry line cuts right through the bottle neck and it's really a sight to see. The water is crystal clear and freezes that way in the winter time as well. The bottom is sandy and a pure delight to walk on. We just really love the park. The extra parking does suck because it's quite a ways away but that's one negative out of tons of positives. We book the day the sight goes up for the year and 2 hours in that sight is sold out for the summer. I can't wait til August !!! read more

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This is our third year camping here, great way to get away from it all and have some wonderful down town. Sandy beach, waves like the ocean! The only thing that can use a little improvement is the camp host's attention to the facilities. First year we have been disappointed in the cleanliness of the bathrooms and showers. Out of simple thing like toilet paper a lot. I hope the vet the host more than they seemed to this year. Other than that highly recommend! read more

Excellent staff scenic and beautiful Internet available Please keep it clean so, all may enjoy. I don't have any pics on this device. read more

Picture it. Maine 2016. A car full of picnic supplies, beach gear, and sunscreen. Upon arrival you pay your entrance fee and take long drive through a dense Maine forest. When you get to the shore, you look out onto a vast body of fresh water and scenery that's epic enough for a postcard. You have arrived at Sebago Lake. The state park is part of the Maine State parks system and requires a fee for day use. I strongly suggest buying a state parks season pass if you are staying in Maine for any length of time and planning to repeatedly visit these beautiful, natural spots. During the summer the park has life guards on duty during the day and a snack shack that sells traditional lakeside fried foods (cash only). There are changing rooms and flush toilets, that's right, I said flush toilets with actual sinks. There are showers outside to rinse off after your swim. The water is clear, clean, brisk, and absolutely PERFECT. This is by far my favorite fresh water summer swimming spot, although I avoid this place on the weekends because of the potential crowds. My one gripe: **You CAN bring your dog to this park on leash, but they are NOT allowed on the beach or in the campground. These laws (which are not the norm in other parts of our country) make it impossible for me to give this park 5 stars. I travel with my pooch almost everywhere. She is well behaved, friendly, and on voice command. When I lived and hiked out west, I was able to travel with her without limits. Unfortunately, the East Coast rules aren't the same and you can not even camp at Sebago Lake Campground with a pet. She is the main reason I camp. My advice... enjoy the park for day use, but leave your furry friends at home. read more

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This is my favorite place to spend a weekend (or more) camping. Enjoying the refreshing cool water and soaking up some sun on the warm sandy beach, watching the friendly wildlife scamper about, relaxing by the campfire with a cold drink under the bright star filled sky as the pine scented wood fills my lungs. Everything tastes better when cooked over and open flame or in wrapped in foil packets. The sites are vast and well maintained with plenty of woodline for privacy and stringing up tarps. The prices are cheap and have options for RV, tent or tent sites with electrcity and water. The check in and check out process is easy and the park rangers are very friendly. You can call or make reservations online. They offer family friendly movies once a week in their stone amiptheater. There are lots of walking trails to enjoy all the wonders of nature as well as a large playground. They have restrooms that are relatviely clean with hot showers. They have sinks for dishes and trash. read more

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Beautiful nature wall. Trails were not easy to find at first but once we found them, they were marked well to walk on. Pricey to get in but if you make a day of it it's worth it. Lots of beach from t area with BBQs and beautiful views. read more

Living close is convenient, friendly staff and clean water. Sebago is a go to for me on a stressful day, usually packed but not outrageous packed. Highly recommend season passes if you are a local. read more

The staff here is absolutely horrible. They quote rules yet don't enforce them. Witch's Cove is absolute skid row of camping. They allow 6-12 people per site, which are right on top of each other. Then, they turn visitors away of Maine Residents . The old lady, Carrie, is rude and has been for several visits. It's a campground, not a prison. She should look for another job. She clearly hates this one. read more

Fabulous beach are on SEbago Lake. Clean water, clean beaches, picnic tables and grills. Bathrooms and changing rooms open. Modest admission fee. Will go again. read more

Sebago Lake is the deepest but second largest lake in Maine. Sebago Lake State Park is at the north end of the lake and covers the area where Crooked River enters the lake. It has sandy beaches, picnic areas, camping, nature paths and the part I love the most, a piece of living history in the form of a river lock. What's this you ask? Why it's the last of the hand operated (hand operated!) locks on the Cumberland and Oxford Canal that allow boat travel between Lake Sebago and Long Lake...and it's still in use today. This what intrigued me most about this run-of-the-mill state park. In fact I spent less than 30 minutes touring the beaches, the camp sites, and the rest of facilities and 1 1/2 hours at the lock talking with the state park ranger about the lock, its history, and his job as the ranger for the lock....and I got to see it in action as a boat came through. It also seems to be were the locals hang out as there were several fishing from the bridge that crosses the tiny dam. I even understand there is a river boat cruise that traverses the lock on it's way from Long Lake to Lake Sebago. Cool, in my book, but then I'm a little bit of a geek too. I guess if you're a beach bum, then this is great place to be. Lake Sebago is huge and beautiful and there are a ton of water sports to be had. (Local boat launch included.) it has some well-worn nature trails (notice I don't say hikes) which would be good for when the beach is too crowded or too hot. The parks facilities are as clean as can be, so that's a plus. The camping is seasonal and it's best to make reservations as there were a TON of people camping when we went and every camp site was filled. They tout hot showers and flushing toilets, but I didn't try them so, I don't really know about this. There are fees to pay for camping, but none for the park itself. All in all, it's your average state park with a cool piece of history. Which makes it cool in my book. read more

I think one of the largest lakes in the region. What a great lake to visit. You can rent boats with little motors to fish or tool around in all day. Kayak and row your way around. I recommend that you rent a boat with a motor. It is probably around 80 to 100 a day. The lake is awesome and since you have a small boat you are able to get around everywhere. It is just awesome. You can drive up to some restaurants and other attractions. Get your butt out there and do something fun. read more

So beautiful! It felt mainly like a lake with lots of a private residences along the shores. We took a small motorboat out an explorer a bit. The lake itself is large with numerous scattered islands, both large and small. Very quiet lake with the occasional jet skis and motor boats. read more

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I went camping here for 4 days around the 4th of July holiday and it was my first time at this campground. The location was great as we were looking for something close to Portland. The sites were mostly good not as well kept and level as other state campgrounds I regular but not bad. Bathrooms were kept pretty clean and showers were free and pretty standard. The beach was huge but a bit rocky. Sebago is so big there are a lot of boats so the water is wavy. Not quite peaceful but nice big swimming area. All in all good state park In a good location. I still prefer white lake state park for a more peaceful and well kept park. read more

the water in the lake here is so clear and clean! such beautiful land and a great spot to go camping. staff are nice too.

My wife introduced me to Sebago Lake State Park, as she introduced me to camping. For her, it holds very special memories, as she's been camping there with her family all her life, and her mom has been camping there since SHE was a kid. If she could give the park 20 stars, I'm sure she would. But I'm limited to five, and I'll give it the full five. I haven't been camping at too many other campgrounds, but there is something special about Sebago. Once you go past the ranger station, it is a bit like crossing into another world - you are suddenly in the deep woods, and then you come upon a big, beautiful lake. The campsites are all big, and many of them have electric and water hookups. Most of the sites get a good mix of shade and sun, and while they are pretty open to one another, you never feel a lack of privacy. The bathrooms and showers are kept as clean as can be expected with thousands of people walking through sand and dirt all day long - the camp hosts do a great job keeping up with things. Most importantly, the people that come here are relaxed and friendly. People you pass on the way to and from the bathrooms or sinks will always say "hello" as will your neighbors. The only downside to Sebago? Well, it is a little microcosm of how lake-effect weather behaves. Rainstorms and thunderstorms can pop up surprisingly quickly as clouds gather on one end of the lake and quickly make their way across it to the state park. Once you've been through a few, you learn to recognize the "soul-sucking" wind that is a warning signal of an impending rainstorm - it is like Mother Nature is taking a big breath before letting it rip. However, weather is part of the experience there, and as we joke, "it isn't Sebago without a thunderstorm." The good part is that once the storm is over, all the motorboats are off the lake, and it often makes for great canoeing conditions. I can't say that it is a great canoe lake the of rest of the time - the wind can cause some pretty good swells, and there are a LOT of powerboats pulling water skiers and water tubers around, which creates wakes going in about a million different directions. However, that doesn't affect the campsite, or the beautiful, relaxing experience that it is. read more

I'm in love with this campground. It's THE most beautiful state park I've ever been to! Important things to know: * Our tent site was big and on it's own private beach! There were NO campers around us ( it was quiet weekend) and we got to frolic in the sand all day without being harassed. * The campground staff / hosts are very polite! Even when we got a little lost on the way in, the staff gave us directions over the phone. My friend and I decided the hosts name was Earl. He walked over to our site to great us and let us know what we should do if it rained on us. * There's cellphone reception. Peace of mind in the woods is key. * The bathrooms were VERY clean and the showers were free! Even better, you got your own big shower room with no skeezy shower curtain to stick to your leg. * There were hiking trails of all sorts within the park. * LOTS of wild life, but I don't think any that would really eat you. Or at least they didn't make themselves known :) Basically it was everything you would want a campground to be. I HIGHLY recommend this state park and I'm already planning a return visit! read more

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What a great place to have a cookout, picnic, swim, boating, relax, etc! Well kept park and very, very nice. There may be a lot of traffic to get in there, but it is well worth it. We attended a scheduled child's birthday party there where areas supplied small grill and covered area along with many picnic tables right at the water very nicely covered with many, many trees for shade. Can't wait to go back! read more

Great place to camp and we got very lucky and got a spot that was lakeside. Too bad it was so early in the season that the lake was more icy than it would be now. Our campsite was clean and well tended (and we strove to leave it the same way) and the bathroom facilities were far cleaner than past experience led me to think they would be. Now if I could just track down some bald eagles to photograph.... read more

This place is my new summer home! We went camping here this past week and it was great. We were somehow able to reserve a walk-in (and by walk-in, I mean a mere 50 feet from the parking lot and showers) tent site only a week in advance. The registration process was very easy and the rangers were friendly. There are also campground hosts in various spots, who I'm sure are helpful as well. We could walk to the beach and the ampitheater, where they show family movies twice a week. I was a little worried that the sites would be on top of each other, and while you could see some neighbors, it was still pretty spacious and private. Can't wait to go back next summer! read more

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Went here for a wedding in the summer. What a hidden gem. I would definitely return here if I make it to the ME again!

Came to Maine on summer vacation. Visited Sebago Lake. Definitely the best family place. So picturesque and most importantly great for the kiddies to go swimming. Our kids loved it. They said better than the Long Island beaches in New York. Also Mainer's were super friendly...I love that. oh they have bbq grills here too. read more

Gorgeous! Not crowded at all. Clean water. Lots of family fun on the beach and water!

My favorite camping spot in the world. Beautiful beach, clear water that restores the soul. Basic campground without many frills but that's what I love about it. Serene and peaceful. read more

Sebago lake is a great, clean area. It does get crowded a bit but it is not too bad. The swimming area is enclosed with rope for safety. Also, although dogs are not allowed in the beach area they can do everywhere else, like near the picnic tables and grills (which there are many of.) There are also many long trails to follow leading to different beaches and campgrounds from the park. read more

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I have only one complaint about this campground. NO DOGS ALLOWED. Of all the places in the world where dogs aren't allowed, camping in the woods should not be one of them! Every year my friends camp there and my answer to their invite is the same, "I can't, they don't allow dogs!". It's a beautiful place, and I do use the day use area, but wish I could camp there as well. What a very "un-Maine" policy! read more

Park itself: hands down 5 stars, no question. Been coming here since I was conceived, religiously, every year. Will probably never go anywhere else. HOWEVER -- taking three stars off for the absolute hassle this week it has been dealing with park staff for parking. Keep in mind: if you happen to have more than two cars for your site, then the other car has to park in what they call the "auxiliary lot" which is probably a ten minute drive away from the actual camping area itself, in the picnicking and swimming area, down three miles of other woodsy roads. (This is a result of me confirming with a ranger every single time I check in that other people in our party arriving would be able to park in the "visitor lot" that is ALWAYS EMPTY and a two minute drive up the road from our site. Every time I'm told yes that is the policy. Guess not.) so when the other person shows up someone at your site has to either come get them and all their supplies at the front gate, or follow them to this auxiliary lot and then drive them back. About a half hour-40 minute ordeal that could EASILY be solved if people were allowed to park in the again, always empty "visitor lot" right nearby. Sebago Lake State Park, I love you and you are an entire part of my childhood and I will never stop coming up here, but PLEASE get your staff and policies in line and stop seemingly punishing people who don't have a max of 2 cars per site. We are only people. Having to drive totally out of my way to get something out of someone's car is bordering on absolute absurdity. Also; if you're curious: Naples over Witch Cove all day any day. Extensively camped at both and prefer the more woodsy feel of Naples. read more

The campground is nice and right on the water However The campsites are right on top of each other There are mostly 5 or more people at each site If your looking for piece and quiet it wont be at this campground but if your a family who has alot of friends you will like it.It has alot of good points read more

My family loves to camp here even though it is only a 1/2 hour from our house. The park is very clean and well taken care of with a few host families on each side of the campground. If you have any questions or forgot a can opener you can probably borrow one from them. The modern bathrooms and shower "rooms" are always clean and private. There is also a spot to wash your dishes. The lake is very clean no icky bottom. Each site is good size and if you set up camp right you feel like you are the only ones there even though there are people everywhere. I have never met a rude or unhappy person there. Everyone says Hi and if you want they might even strike up a conversation with you. There are plenty of places around town to rent boats or canoes. They have an ampi-theater where you can bring a lawn chair or sit on a wooden bench and watch a movie twice a week. If you choose there is a local twin drive-in to go see new releases. There is a local grocery store not to far away (The umbrella factory) They have everything you need. Fresh meats & baked goods. You can ride around the lake and through the locks on the Songo River Queen. If it rains take a ride to L.L.Bean. We spend as much time as possible at camp. There are fire pits on each site, swings, horseshoe pits (bring horseshoes), teether ball, sandy beaches, fishing spots, nature trails to walk, we bring bikes to ride to the "candy" store. All of this is just $16.05 a night if you are a Maine resident. You pay like $10. more a night to get water & electric hook-up. read more

If you like graveyard quiet, "over the top" rules and regulations, and over zealous gestapo rangers with Barney Fife sidekicks this is the place for you. I've been camping before and agree after a certain hour things should quiet down but never experienced anything like this. We were sitting around our campfire talking very low, whispering actually and were told to quiet down. The guy sleeping at the adjacent campsite was snoring and breaking wind louder than we were talking. A friend was sitting with us from another campsite and we were told we had one more than signed up for and gave us a hard time. It's probably a good place for kids during the day as there is a playground and lots of people. The bathrooms were clean and it's a nice scenic area, but I will never stay there again. There are so many other nice campgrounds in the state. I recommend camping somewhere else. read more

I decided to camp Sebago to celebrate my 25th bday with two of my closest girlfriends. We arrived at about 8pm on Friday and the woman at the front registry was so sweet. She let us know the site were all pretty much vacant so that if we found a site we liked better we were more than welcome to grab that one instead of the one we had reserved. We drove down the mile stretch to the campsites and she was right... there werent many people there. There were some RVs all clustered together near the entrance but the back half was empty. We chose a big site right on the water off by ourselves. We knew we'd be up late, we'd be loud and 2 out of 3 of us smoke cigs so we didnt want to disturb anyone. We went to a local canoe rental place the next morning (after an amazing nights sleep) and they DELIVERED a canoe to our campsite about 30 minutes later. We paddled around the right side of the park and found this little sandbar that stuck out from the shore. It had legit white sand on it and was completely empty. It was just us girls, our beach towels and out Twisted Teas. We laid out and I even caught a ride on a jetski which was fun. The bathrooms are super clean and not typical camp smelly. The people are so nice a helpful... We will be back! read more