Wigwams Camp

Description and Access

Our historic Wigwams “Godfrey” Camp is located on the Machias River just below the Wigwam Rips, and it offers visitors unique recreational opportunities as well as a break from cell phone service.

The Wigwams Camp on the Machias River

The multi-room cabin sleeps at least 7 people comfortably, and comes equipped with a propane stove, propane lighting, a gas grill, a seasonal hand pump for river water (non-potable), an outdoor shower, an outhouse, several picnic tables, a large wood stove for warming up, and a screened porch.

The Wigwams Camp kitchen area

This site offers fishing right outside the door, canoe access and plenty of hiking. Users should bring their own water (or a water purifier) as well as any other supplies needed, and visitors should follow the “Pack-It-In, Pack-It-Out” policy while visiting this fabulous preserve.

The Wigwams Camp

Vehicle access from US Route 1 in Columbia Falls, Maine is by turning north on Tibbettstown Road and driving 6.5 miles until you reach a cemetery at the corner of Montegail Road. Take a right on Montegail Road and stay on the paved road for 3 miles, where you will see a “Passamaquoddy Blueberry Land” sign (Montegail Road will continue to the left here). Turn onto the gravel road through the blueberry barrens for 2 miles. When presented with choices of left or right or straight – always stay straight. At the “Y” intersection bear to the left and continue for another 1.5 miles. The forest should be on your right and the blueberry fields to the left on this section of road. Just before the road becomes wooded on both sides, there is a small granite post on the right and there is a clear parking spot on the left. If your vehicle lacks higher clearance, please park here. Otherwise, continue approximately 0.3 mile to the Wigwams Camp. Out of respect for others, please do not block the access road.

The camp can also be reached by canoe by pulling out before the rapids and portaging down the access road which parallels the river.

History and Background

Archaeological evidence and oral history indicates Passamaquoddy tribal use of this important part of the Machias River. This 1960’s era fishing camp has been a very popular Downeast destination, and the camp was a popular destination with the famous radio and television personality, Arthur Godfrey (1903-1983). DSF is proud to be able to offer use of this amazing and historically important camp to the public.

Request a Reservation

Check the calendar for availability, then fill out the reservation request form to get started. We will email you with confirmation and camp details. Reservations are from noon to noon – late departures can be requested during the booking process.

Please allow up to 48 hour for the processing of your camp stay request. Reservations made for dates within this 48 hour window may not be accommodated.

We request a donation of $75 per night for Wigwams Camp and $50 per night for Lack Camp bookings prior to your stay.