Rockwood

Travel Guide

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Rockwood showing autumn leaves and a coastal town

Enjoy easy access to Mount Kineo and endless outdoor entertainment in this small village located on the western shore of Moosehead Lake.

With Rockwood as a base, discover the wild beauty of Moosehead Lake. Choose from a plethora of outdoor activities, from hiking and biking in summer to skiing down the slopes of nearby mountains in winter.

Rookwood dominates the western shore of Moosehead Lake, one of Maine’s biggest lakes. Situated on a craggy peninsula on the lake, Mount Kineo is only accessible only by water and features 700-foot (213-metre) high cliffs. Climb to the top of Mount Kineo for fantastic views of the lake. To get here from the mainland, use the public boat launch at Rockwood.

Trek along the hiking trails on Mount Kineo. All routes lead to the mountain’s summit, but offer different scenery and vary in difficulty level. The Indian Trail is the shortest but also the steepest and offers stunning views, while the Bridle Trail is the easiest. At just over 4 miles (6 kilometres), the North Trail is the longest.

Cast your line into Moosehead Lake and try to catch salmon and brook trout, among other species. Moose River, meanwhile, is the go-to spot for fly fishers. Rent a canoe or kayak and paddle downstream. In summer, go tubing or swimming.

Don’t let winter weather stop you from having fun. Go snowshoeing and cross-country skiing through the wilderness, or hit the slopes at nearby Squaw Mountain for downhill thrills. Try out snowmobiling or ice fishing on Moosehead Lake.

As you explore Rockwood and the surrounding regions, be ready to spot local wildlife. Bears, eagles, deer and, of course, moose all roam here. May and June are the best months to visit for moose sightings.

When you need a break from the great outdoors, Rockwood has all the basic amenities you might need, from small shops and restaurants serving hearty meals to friendly accommodation. Make this lakeside town your base for a trip out into Maine’s wild outdoors.

Bears Den Lodge B & B Room 4

Bears Den Lodge B & B Room 4

Rockwood
The price is €125 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
€125
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Rockwood. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Mount Kineo Trailhead and Brassua Lake are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
"We were impressed with how neat and tidy the host kept his B & B. A wildlife-inspired aesthetic is evident in the communal dining area as well as in the four bedrooms on the second floor. The atmosphere emitted by this lends itself to the outdoor environment, which Don has nicely captured.Additionally, ..."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Bears Den Lodge B & B Room 4
Moosehead Lakefront Camp

Moosehead Lakefront Camp

Rockwood
The price is €344 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
€344
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this vacation home in Rockwood. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Tomhegan Point and Tomhegan Cove ...
Moosehead Lakefront Camp
Brassua Lake Camps in Rockwood, Maine (Moose)

Brassua Lake Camps in Rockwood, Maine (Moose)

Rockwood
Stay at this cabin in Rockwood. Enjoy free WiFi, balconies or patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Brassua Lake and Mount Kineo Trailhead ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews)
"4th time staying at one of the camps. Such a beautiful area and the camps are perfect. Will be back again."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Brassua Lake Camps in Rockwood, Maine (Moose)
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Charming condo w/ lake access, dock, WiFi & mountain views

Charming condo w/ lake access, dock, WiFi & mountain views

Rockwood
Stay at this vacation home in Rockwood. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Mount Kineo Trailhead and Brassua Lake are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (8 reviews)
Highly Recommend!
"Spacious apartment with more than we could even imagine (i.e. large kitchen with appliances, coffee beans, books, games). My friend and I had a great time during our stay. Cute restaurants and cafes in town, beautiful access to lake, pond, and activities. Local town feel."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Charming condo w/ lake access, dock, WiFi & mountain views
Dog-Friendly Lakefront Cabin with Private Dock, Epic Views of Lake & Mt Kineo

Dog-Friendly Lakefront Cabin with Private Dock, Epic Views of Lake & Mt Kineo

Rockwood
Stay at this cabin in Rockwood. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Mount Kineo Trailhead and Brassua Lake are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
View
"Beautiful view and very clean . Very relaxing stay! View looks exactly the same as the photos!"

Reviewed on 8 Sep 2024

Dog-Friendly Lakefront Cabin with Private Dock, Epic Views of Lake & Mt Kineo
Cabin 4 Roody's Black Bear Cabins- Trail access from camp

Cabin 4 Roody's Black Bear Cabins- Trail access from camp

Rockwood
Stay at this cabin in Rockwood. Enjoy free WiFi, cable/satellite TV service, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Mount Kineo Trailhead and Brassua Lake ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
"Great location for us! Great cabin! Will definitely return!"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Cabin 4 Roody's Black Bear Cabins- Trail access from camp
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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