Baxter State Park announces campground closure for 2024

Baxter State Park will close the Daicey Pond Campground from May 2024 to April 2025 to repair the cabins for continued public use. The public will continue to have day-use access to the area for other recreational activities, such as hiking and fishing. The campground is expected to re-open for the 2025 season.

Why now?

Without repairs that go beyond routine maintenance, the cabins at Daicey Pond Campground will deteriorate to the point of needing replacement.

Why will the whole campground be closed?

After carefully considering all possible options through a robust review process, the Park Authority, Advisory Committee, and staff have determined that a complete campground closure will have the least impact on the wilderness experience of campground users and will be the most time and cost-effective to accomplish the necessary work.

Will visitors still be able to fish, boat, and hike around Daicey Pond next year?

Yes. We anticipate that there will be access for day use at Daicey Pond and the surrounding trails.

Will the project change how the campground looks and feels?

Designs for the repair work will, as much as possible, maintain the cabins’ unique aesthetic and character.

This project is in its early phases of planning, and further detail is not yet available.

The Park will provide additional information on its website when it is available.