About Maine Lakes Retreats
Our idyllic lakeside retreat in the beautiful woods of Porter, Maine.
Summer Camp Event Venue
With rustic cabins, historic buildings and a robust waterfront, Maine Lakes Retreats offers both indoor and outdoor facilities to host your event. Our classic summer camp environment is the perfect setting to gather and enjoy the beauty of Maine.
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We are located one hour from Portland, Maine, and situated in the foothills of the beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire.​
Steeped in History
The site of two summer camps since the early 1900s (Camp Hiawatha for girls, 1920s-1984, and Maine Teen Camps, 1984-2025), Maine Lakes Retreats expanded from a sleepaway youth camp into a three-season multifunctional site for all types of events. Our historic Grand Lodge and rustic cabins are a nod to the generations of campers who made lifelong memories here.
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We acknowledge and are grateful to the Wabanaki people who for millennia have been the stewards of the lands, the waters and the ecosystem where Maine Lakes Retreats resides.
Why Choose Maine Lakes Retreats?
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Exclusive Access: We host only one group at a time. The entire property—from the commercial kitchen to the waterfront—is yours and yours alone.
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Flexibility: Bring your own caterer or choose from our list of preferred local vendors. Whether you want a formal plated dinner or a casual lakeside lobster bake, the choice is yours.
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The "Unplugged" Atmosphere: While we offer modern amenities, our location encourages guests to put down their phones and engage with nature and each other.
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Expert Support: Our team has decades of experience managing large-scale camp operations and events. We provide the infrastructure and support (including on-site staff and lifeguards) to ensure your event runs seamlessly.