The dock is across Waterford Road from the cabins. Children should be accompanied and everyone should use care crossing.
Pack less. Know more.
The Konewago guest guide
What is waiting at camp, what belongs in the car and the local places the family keeps returning to.
Before you arrive
The practical stuff, made simple.
Camp is well stocked for cooking, lake days and rainy afternoons. Guests bring their own sheets, towels, toiletries and food.
Already at camp
What Konewago provides
Exact inventory can change with the season, but these are the essentials typically available to guests.
In every cabin
- Furnished kitchen with plates, flatware, pots and pans
- Microwave, coffee maker and blender
- Vacuum, basic cleaning supplies and flashlights
- Gas grill
- Pillows, comforters or wool blankets
- Electric fans
Shared around camp
- Washing machine and dryer in the old Cookhouse
- Books, puzzles, board games and craft supplies
- Outdoor games including horseshoes, croquet, bocce, volleyball and badminton
- Kids' fishing rods and simple tackle
- Firewood and spare grill propane
For the lake
- Canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards
- Paddles
- Life jackets in a range of sizes
- Private dock
- Swimming and fishing access
Dress in layers.Bring the bug spray.
Put these in the car
What to bring
- Twin sheets or sleeping bags
- King sheets for the two king beds in Konewago and Kojoko
- Pillowcases
- Bath and beach towels
- Soap, shampoo and toiletries
- Food, spices and seasonings
- Dish towels or paper towels
- Bug spray and sunscreen
- Layers and bathing suits
- Hiking boots and a daypack
- Adult fishing gear and bait
- Bikes or additional watercraft
- A cooler for picnics
- S'mores supplies
Hair dryer? In the original guide's words: “not!”
Good to know
A real camp comes with real terrain.
The waterfront is private and unsupervised. There is no lifeguard on duty. Use the provided life jackets.
The property is wooded and rustic, with uneven ground, stairs and natural shoreline terrain. Bring sturdy shoes and a flashlight.
Use fireplaces, campfire areas and grills responsibly. Follow current local fire guidance and fully extinguish flames.
Family-tested favorites
Eat, hike and explore nearby
These recommendations combine long-time Konewago favorites with current official listings checked in August 2026. Seasonal hours change, so click through before leaving camp.
Closest to camp
Market
Waterford Farmers' Market
Local produce, meat, dairy, maple syrup, baked goods and music on Waterford Common, Mondays in summer.
Check details ↗ DinnerTallulah's
An intimate, seasonal farm-to-table tasting experience at The Waterford Inne. Reserve ahead.
Visit official site ↗ MusicBear Mountain Music Hall
A historic South Waterford gathering place for concerts, community programs and local creativity.
See the schedule ↗Hikes worth the short drive
Easy hike
Mount Tire'm
A short, rewarding climb to ledges with views over Bear Pond, Keoka Lake, Long Lake and Pleasant Mountain.
Trail details ↗ Easy hikeHawk Mountain
A woodland walk to high rock cliffs and a broad southward overlook of Crystal Lake and Pleasant Mountain.
Trail details ↗ Annual fairWaterford World's Fair
A small family agricultural fair with livestock, local vendors, demonstrations and entertainment.
Official site ↗An evening out
Theater
Deertrees Theatre
Maine's enchanting historic playhouse in the woods, presenting music, comedy and theater each summer.
See events ↗ MoviesMagic Lantern
A distinctive community movie theater and innovation center in downtown Bridgton.
See showtimes ↗ Summer classicBridgton Twin Drive-In
Two screens, summer nights and a family outing that feels perfectly on-theme after a day at camp.
Check current movies ↗Dinner and drinks in Bridgton & Harrison
Wood-fired
Pondicherry House
An owner-operated wood-fired kitchen and bar using local, seasonal ingredients in downtown Bridgton.
Visit official site ↗ PubQueen's Head
Upscale pub fare, Maine craft beer, cocktails and live music in the heart of Bridgton.
Visit official site ↗ BreweryFluvial Brewing
A small Harrison brewery with handcrafted beer, a tasting room and a beautiful off-the-beaten-path setting.
Visit official site ↗The Konewago list
Things guests should not miss
- Walk to the Waterford Farmers' Market.
- Take the short hike up Mount Tire'm.
- Catch a double feature at the drive-in.
- Look for bald eagles over the lake.
- Play capture the flag through the pines.
- Tell ghost stories by the fire.
- Find the North Waterford waterfall.
- Watch at least one sunset from the dock.
