Local Area Attractions Near Augusta / Gardiner KOA Journey

Wether you want to go to the Coast or the Mountains we are only a short drive away. Many of our campers use us a a great place to do day trips  to  Boothbay Harbor, Portland, Boston,MA and NH. Check out some of the great area attractions below.  We will be adding more awesome locations soon.

Old Fort Western - Augusta, Maine

Old Fort Western - Augusta, Maine

There's always something new to learn at Old Fort Western!Protecting, preserving and interpreting the 1754 National Historic Landmark fort, store and house on the Kennebec River in Augusta, Maine.We were more than a fort in the 18th century... Old Fort Western, built in 1754 and a National Historic Landmark, is Maine's and New England's oldest surviving wooden fort - a reminder of the great contest of cultures that dominated New England life 250 years ago. James Howard's Company garrisoned the Fort and guarded the head of navigation on the Kennebec in the 1750s and 60s. Benedict Arnold used the Fortsite as a staging point for his assault on Quebec during the American Revolution. Our collections and exhibits put you in mind of those historic times.Whether its fort, store or house, there's a lot to learn at Old Fort Western!

16 Cony St.

Augusta, ME 04330

207-626-2385

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Antique shops - Hallowell, Maine

Antique shops - Hallowell, Maine

"Hallowell is an experience". All will agree that Hallowell offers a wide array of sites, shops, history, food, nature, work, play and people. Explore Water Street, lined with galleries, antique shops, fine restaurants and service businesses, blends into exquisite historic houses and beyond to beautiful country hiking trails and waterfalls. Hallowell is just 12 miles away.

27 miles- LL Bean and many outlet stores - Shop, Play and Dine! - Freeport, Maine

27 miles- LL Bean and many outlet stores - Shop, Play and Dine! - Freeport, Maine

Freeport is home of LL Bean and many other well known shops and outlets. Well known for its outlet shopping, the town is rich also in beauty, history, and recreational opportunities. A shopper's haven located only 27 miles away.

Boothbay Harbor

Boothbay Harbor

Located just 34 miles from the campground is this popular resort town tucked in around a picturesque harbor, Boothbay Harbor retains the look of an old-fashioned seaport. Whale-watching excursions, puffin cruises and deep-sea-fishing charters all depart from the harbor. There are many shopping opportunities and a number of scenic vistas to capture on film.

Whale Watching Excursions and Puffin Cruises

Whale Watching Excursions and Puffin Cruises

Located in beautiful Boothbay Harbor, just 34 miles away.

Local Area Recreation Near Augusta / Gardiner KOA Journey

Swim at Peacock Beach ( 1/2 mile away )

Swim at Peacock Beach ( 1/2 mile away )

As a camper at our park we will give you a free day pass for each day that your family is camping with us!  
The park is open Memorial Day through Labor Day from Dawn to Dusk.
Trash is Carry In / Carry Out
There are out houses on property
No Alcohol is allowed on property
No Dogs are allowed in the water ( a good place to take your dog to cool off is the boat launch on Thorofare Road )
There is NO Smoking in Public Areas
We cover the FEES for our campers ......but if you are not associated with our Campground there are  FEES...
Per Day ...
$3.00 per person ages 12 to Adult
$2.00  per person under age 12

http://www.richmondmaine.com/peacock-beach.aspx

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