Peaks-Kenny State Park
Basic Information
Overview: Peaks‑Kenny State Park spans 839 acres on a wooded peninsula along South Cove of Sebec Lake near Dover-Foxcroft. With 56 tent and RV sites tucked among glacial boulders and towering pines—plus a sandy swim beach and boat launch—it’s a peaceful base for fishing, paddling, hiking, and lakeside picnics.
Key Highlights:
- ✅ 56 first‑come/first‑serve campsites with picnic table, fire ring, hot showers, and flush toilets.
- ✅ Sandy, lifeguarded beach and boat launch on Sebec Lake.
- ✅ Easy 0.5 mi Peaks‑Kenny Loop and 1.1 mi Cove Trail.
- ✅ Moderate 2.5 mi Birch Mountain Ledge Trail and 1.8 mi Brown’s Point Trail.
Activities:
- 🚣 Boating and kayaking from the park launch.
- 🎣 Fishing for landlocked salmon, bass, and brook trout.
- 🏊 Swimming and sunbathing at the roped‑off beach.
- 🥾 Hiking forested loops with lake and ridge views.
- 🧺 Picnicking at lakeside tables and fire rings.
Amenities:
- Hot showers, potable water, flush toilets, and RV dump station.
- Self‑pay day‑use station and onsite wood sales.
- Park host on duty through peak season.
- No cabins or equipment rentals; bring your own gear.
Best Season: Memorial Day – Oct 15 for full services and lifeguard; foliage peak in late September; quieter lakeside camping resumes after Columbus Day.
Insider Tips:
- Arrive weekday mornings for the best chance at a waterfront site.
- Brown’s Point Trail offers stunning sunset reflections—plan your hike accordingly.
- Download a park map ahead of time; cell service is patchy on the peninsula.
- Quiet hours are 10 p.m.–7 a.m.—campground gates close at 8 p.m. for non‑campers.
Nearby Hotspots: Seboeis Public Land (10 min), Dover‑Foxcroft shops and diners (7 min), Baxter State Park gateway (1 hr 15 min).
Average Reviews: Visitors rate the park about 4 / 5, highlighting its tranquil lakeshore, clean facilities, and family‑friendly trails.