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Lily Bay
Overview
Lily Bay State Park offers a quintessentially Maine experience on the eastern shore of Moosehead Lake. Established in 1961, this park is celebrated for its vast wilderness and deep blue waters. It provides a peaceful retreat for RVers who appreciate dry camping in a pristine natural setting. Spanning over 900 acres, the park offers a mix of dense forest and shoreline views that capture the rugged beauty of the North Woods.
Location & Surroundings
Located just nine miles north of Greenville, the park sits within the Moosehead Lake Region, an area famous for its dramatic landscapes and outdoor recreation. The surrounding environment is characterized by towering evergreens and the expansive lake, which is the largest mountain lake in the eastern United States. This remote location offers visitors a chance to escape the noise of more developed tourist corridors.
Amenities & Park Features
While the park does not offer electrical or water hookups, it provides essential facilities for self-contained RVs. There are two modern boat launches available for those looking to explore the water, along with a designated swimming beach and a playground. Each campsite includes a private fire ring and picnic table, and the park maintains clean comfort stations with hot showers. A convenient dump station is located near the park entrance for RV travelers.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
The primary draw is Moosehead Lake, where visitors enjoy boating, fishing, and kayaking. Hikers often frequent the two-mile Shore Trail, which offers scenic overlooks of the water. For a day trip, the town of Greenville provides local shops and dining, or you can take a boat shuttle to Mount Kineo State Park to hike the iconic cliffs. Wildlife viewing is a top priority here, with frequent sightings of moose and loons.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is ideal for nature enthusiasts and RVers who prefer a rustic, quiet environment over a resort-style experience. It is a fantastic choice for families looking to disconnect and enjoy outdoor activities like swimming and stargazing in dark skies. Because there are no hookups, it is best suited for those with solar power or large holding tanks who value privacy and large, wooded sites that provide a true sense of seclusion in the Maine wilderness.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Facility
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
User Reviews
Manfred Kijek
One of my favorite locations to tent, the check in is fast and easy. The park ranger, and the maintenance team is on top of the game. The park is clean at all times. Outhouses are available at every camping site and always clean and stocked. There is also a comfort station where you can clean your dishes and take a shower, ea shower is accessable for wheelchair users. There are also two boat launching areas, a kids playground, volleyball, basketball area and a public small beach.
J Smith
Lily Bay State Park has held a special place in our hearts for nearly 45 years. It’s where countless family memories have been made — from early morning swims and lazy afternoons by the lake, to quiet evenings under the stars. The lakefront campsites are absolutely beautiful, offering the perfect backdrop for peaceful, sun-filled days. The campground is always clean and well cared for. It’s more than just a campground — it’s part of our family story. See you next year, Lily Bay!
Frederick Lane
My wife and I drove from Brunswick to Lily Bay State Park on the strength of many positive reviews. We now realize that the bulk of the positive reviews are written by people who are fortunate enough to camp in this beautiful site. It is, unfortunately, less than ideal for day visitors. The public beach is small with a limited number of picnic tables and grills. On the day we visited (mid-July 2025), it was mild and clear, but so windy that a cookout was really out of the question. It was also abundantly clear that a lot of geese had spent time in and around the beach. It is unquestionably a beautiful location (although what's with the dog statue?), but best suited for people who have campers and other support equipment.
Shaun Belisle
Absolutely stunning! My friends & I loved every minute of our trip. Definitely have to come back next year.
Robin Gardella
No matter what time of year our state Park is absolutely beautiful. I enjoy kayaking, hiking and cross country skiing here. The camping sites are spacious with views of Moosehead Lake. Everything is pristine and family friendly.
Jack Sprat
What a wonderful hiking trail through a state park. Trail was well marked and managed, it was clean and interesting as we were on a trail that connected one camp ground to another.
Wendy McLellan
Nice walk thru the woods. Natural trail with inclines and declines, roots and rocks. Numerous spurs to beautiful outlooks onto Moosehead Lake. Several coves. This route is a loop back using the paved road from the end of the trail back to the trailhead at the recreational area/ beach.
J ennifer
Nice level camp site. A little tight with tree branches getting in, but no real issues. Water and dump station available plus nice updated bath house. Nice beach area for swimming with no lifeguard present. Area with dock for getting boat in and out. Nice playground near campsites. Junior ranger program the kids enjoyed with coloring/activity Book and junior ranger patch.
Stephanie Hayduk
Loved it here! I was only planning one night but stayed 3, because it was so beautiful and perfect. Get a spot along the water if possible. The views are amazing. Wildlife everywhere and appear to be quite comfortable around humans. Outhouses are clean and located pretty close to all campsites. You’ll want to drive to the shower house though, it’s up the road a bit. Super clean and plenty of them available. There’s a hiking trail between this campground and the one next door. Walk it! It’s awesome.