Chewonki's Debsconeag Lake Wilderness Camps

Namakanta Reserve, North Maine Woods , Maine

About Chewonki's Debsconeag Lake Wilderness Camps

Chewonki Wilderness Camps on Fourth Debsconeag Lake are situated on traditional Wabanaki Homeland in the heart of Maine's North Woods on an exquisite chain of lakes and ponds that are permanently protected as an ecological reserve. The sporting camps on Fourth Debsconeag Lake date back to the early 1900s.

Our small cluster of camps and yurts sits at the base of a magnificent set of granite cliffs that rise 800 feet from the lake, surrounded by a mature forest of pine, spruce, hemlock, maple, and oak. The camps are the only buildings on an otherwise entirely protected shoreline that provides privacy, abundant wildlife, and endless opportunities for exploration.

Please review the terms and conditions below.

Debsconeag Lake Wilderness Camps
207-460-5226 Camp (May-Oct) dlwc@chewonki.org

Pictures

August Sunset

Road signs to help you find us!

View of Katahdin from the east side of the lake

Inside the Lodge

Canoe dock and cliffs

Boat Dock

Guests heading back to the landing

Transporting guests back to the landing in the Mary Cabot freighter canoe

A place to rest at Point Camp

Sun rise paddle

The view of the Main Lodge from the water

October Reflections of Point Camp

Harrison Lodge

Fourth Debsconeag Lake

Swim Dock!

Chickadee Camp

24-Foot Yurts - for groups

Point Camp

The view from Camp

Prices

Point Camp (max 6ppl)

Point Camp is the largest cabin surrounded by water on three sides with a double futon with a single bunk above in the main room and a double and a single bed in the side room.
Capacity 4-6.

Chickadee Camp (max 2 ppl)

Chickadee is a one-room log cabin for 2 people.
2 twin beds

Moose Camp (max 6ppl)

Moose Camp has a double bed in the main room, one lofted single bed above a futon, and two single beds in the loft.

High Camp (max 4ppl)

High Camp has one large room with a double bed and two single beds.

Capacity 4:
1 double bed
2 twin beds

Birch Camp (max 4ppl)

Birch Camp is one of our oldest cabins. The main cabin walls are lined with intricate birchbark designs. Oral stories that have been shared tell that the artwork was crafted by a Wabanaki Woman in the early...

Yurt #1 - Sundew

24-foot-diameter yurt that provides a modern setting with roots in nomadic tradition. Yurt #1 (Sundew) has three bunk beds (6 single beds), and one double futon below with single bunk on top.

Yurt #2 - Wood Sorrel

24-foot-diameter yurts provide a modern setting with roots in nomadic tradition. Yurt #2 (Wood Sorrel) has 3 bunk beds (6 single beds) and a double futon with single bunk on top.

Chewonki's Debsconeag Lake Wilderness Camps Features

Rental cabins and yurts in pristine lakeside setting

Chewonki's Debsconeag Lake Wilderness Camps Attractions

Cabins, Canoeing, Hiking, Relaxing, Fishing , Birding

Terms & Conditions

Terms of Service Agreement

Please read the following terms of service agreement carefully. By accessing or using our sites and our services, you hereby agree to be bound by the terms and all terms incorporated herein by reference. It is the responsibility of you, the user, customer or prospective customer to read the terms and conditions before proceeding to use this site.

If you do not expressly agree to all the terms and conditions, then please do not access or use our sites or our services. The terms of service agreement is effective as of 11/2022.

The following Terms of Service Agreement (the”TOS”) is a legally binding agreement that shall govern the relationship of users and others which may interact or interface with Chewonki, also known as Chewonki’s Debsconeag Lake Wilderness Camps (DLWC), located at Fourth Debsconeag Lake, Piscataquis County, Maine.

By agreeing to the terms of service agreement you and members of the group that are covered under your reservation agree to the following.

-All swimming and boating is at your own risk. We Do Not have lifeguards on duty. We have Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) available, for added degree of swimming safety.
-Appropriately sized PFDs are worn at all times, by any person in a canoe, kayak or motor boat owned by Chewonki
-All children under the age of 18 must be under adult supervision at all times including while swimming or boating.
-No swimming from ½ hour after sunset until ½ hour before sunrise. We recommend swimming with a buddy, and having a boat accompany you for long-distance swims.
-No swimming during severe weather events or when thunder is heard or lightning seen. Please remember that during early Spring and late Fall season, the water temperatures can be dangerously cold.
-You will take responsibility for the appropriate and safe use of canoes, kayaks, propane lights, propane stove, propane refrigerators and wood stoves located in the cabins and Yurts.
-Propane lights are only to be used when someone is in the cabin, otherwise all propane lights should be turned off.
-All campfires must not be left unattended. A designated adult is responsible for making sure the fire is completely extinguished before leaving the area.
-Pets: One dog allowed per cabin/yurt at the rate of $5 per night. Dogs must be leashed and cleaned up after immediately. If a dog is barking or not under your direct control you may be asked to leave the camps.
-Chewonki’s Debsconeag Lake Wilderness Camps is a smoke and vape free environment and the use of tobacco, vaping products or marjiuana is not permitted.
-Guests are expected to use responsible alcohol consumption. If there is an incident of excess alcohol use, guests may be asked to leave DLWC. Those under the age of 21 may not possess or consume alcohol at any time.
-All personal clothing and supplies should be removed from the cabin or yurt at the end of your stay.
-As the person under whose name the reservation has been made it is your responsibility to make sure everyone in your group complies with the expectations stated in our Terms of Service agreement.
- Check out time is 10:00

Debsconeag Wilderness Camps is owned and operated by Chewonki Foundation. The individual who signs this agreement accepts lodging privileges with the understanding that they do hereby release Chewonki, its officers, employees, and volunteers of all liability for loss or damage to property and injury to their person arising out of their use of the Debsconeag facilities and agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Chewonki, its officers, employees and volunteers against claims resulting from loss or damage to property or injury to the person of any member of the family or guest of the same registered individual arising out of the use of the Chewonki facilities.

Payment,Cancellation, and Refund Policy

1). Payment is due in full at the time of the reservation. There are no refunds for cancellations or if a guest chooses to leave early, however in the case of a cancellation more than one month before your reservation a credit may be given to rebook with in one year based on availability. Requests should be be made to dlwc@chewonki.org

2). We suggest that guests consider travel insurance.