Primitive riverside camping on the Saco: Campsite 13 at Canal Bridge, Fryeburg

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Primitive riverside camping on the Saco: Campsite 13 at Canal Bridge, Fryeburg

A concise guide to Campsite 13 — a non-electric, family-friendly tent site at Canal Bridge Campground with sandy beach access and river recreation opportunities.

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Primitive riverside camping on the Saco: Campsite 13 at Canal Bridge, Fryeburg.

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Fryeburg
Operator
Canal Bridge Campground
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Lodging
Robert Eric Crews
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Campsite 13 sits within Canal Bridge Campground in Fryeburg, Maine, a family-friendly, primitive (non-electric) camping area on the Saco River with a sandy beach and direct access for tubing, kayaking and canoeing.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE RIVER

Saco River access and sandy beach

Canal Bridge fronts the Saco River and features a beautiful sandy beach that serves as a launch for tubing, canoeing and kayaking right from the campground.

THE SITE

Primitive, spacious tent sites with camp comforts

Campsite 13 is one of 36 tent sites at Canal Bridge with no hook-ups; each site is spacious and comes with a picnic table and a fire pit.

THE REGION

Close to fairs, family parks and the White Mountains

From Canal Bridge you’re a short drive from the Fryeburg Fair grounds and within easy reach of outlet shopping in North Conway, Storyland, Santa’s Village and the White Mountains.

What the day feels like

What staying at Campsite 13 feels like

Staying at Campsite 13 is a simple, riverside experience: primitive non-electric tent camping on a roomy site with a picnic table and fire pit, steps from a sandy beach where the Saco River provides the day’s main draw.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this site suits — and who should look elsewhere.

1
FamiliesA family-friendly campground with a sandy beach, river access and free heated showers; the site supports children and multi-age groups within the occupancy limit.
2
Minimalist tent campersIdeal for campers who prefer primitive, non-electric sites with basic amenities (bath house, fire pits, picnic tables) rather than hook-ups.
3
River recreation seekersGood match for those prioritizing tubing, canoeing or kayaking from a campground beach on the Saco River.
4
Large groups or extended RV staysLess suitable for groups needing electrical hookups or for stays that exceed the campground’s primitive-site model and occupant limits (maximum eight occupants per site).

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Length

Stays range from 1–7 nights; check-in is at 2 pm and check-out at 12 pm.

What to Bring

This is a primitive non-electric campsite — bring your own tent or travel trailer equipment, camp cookware and personal supplies; each site includes a picnic table and fire pit. Ice and firewood are sold at the office.

Facilities & Services

There are 36 tent sites with no hook-ups, a large bath house with free heated showers, and on-site sales of ice and firewood.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

Is Campsite 13 electric or primitive?

Campsite 13 is a primitive, non-electric campsite with no hook-ups.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 2 pm and check-out is at 12 pm.

Are showers available?

Yes — there is a large bath house with free heated showers located centrally at the campground.

Can I launch a canoe or tube from the campground?

Yes — the campground is located on the Saco River with a sandy beach suitable for tubing, canoeing and kayaking directly from the beach.

How many people can stay at a site and are pets allowed?

Sites have a maximum of eight occupants and pets are permitted.

How close is the campground to local attractions?

The campground is 2.4 miles from the Fryeburg Fair grounds and a short drive from North Conway outlet shopping, Storyland, Santa’s Village and the White Mountains.