Deer Hunting Information for Matagamon Wilderness Camps

Every year, we offer a free hunt at Matagamon for the largest buck taken during the deer season.

We are located in northern Penobscot County, 26 miles west of Patten in excellent deer country. We are a wilderness operation consisting of 6 camps and a small general store. Hunting pressure is light due to the vastness of area wilderness. Our bucks run large, many dress out over 200lbs. and as large as 300 lbs. Most carry large racks.

Seasons currently run: the month of October for archery; the first 4 weeks of November are rifle season; and the week following Thanksgiving week is for muzzle-loading. Archery hunting is very light in this area. The first three weeks in November have the most hunting pressure; the last week of rifle season and the muzzle-loading week, you probably wouldn't see any other hunters in the woods. You could expect snow anytime during November, usually by mid-month and most probably for the last week and muzzle-loading week. Chances for big bucks increase at this time due to rut, light hunting pressure, colder weather, and usually snow.

You may hunt on your own or hire a Registered Maine Guide. Also, we offer our" one on one" trophy hunt. This hunt is a seven day, all included: lodging, food, and transportation (4x4, boats, snowmobiles). Unless arranged differently, all hunters arrive Sunday and depart the following Sunday. Hunt with the experts "one-on one". Limit of 2 trophy hunters weekly.  

Cabins sleep 4-12 people. All have propane heat and wood heat also. All have gas cook stoves, gas lights, and complete cooking & eating utensils. A shower building is centrally located. You will need to bring personal items, sleeping bags, and coolers.

Hunting licenses are available at general store.

We hope to be able to help you plan a successful deer hunt. If you have further questions feel free to call or write.

Rates: For 2008

Package 1
$1400.00 - per person/per week
Hunt includes: One on One with a Maine Guide, Meals and lodging

Package2
$500.00 per person/per week
Hunt includes: Meals and Lodging

Package 3
$180.00 - Per Person/Week
Hunt includes: Housekeeping Cabin (No Meals)

Deer Guide
$500.00 - Per Person/Per Week (2 Person Minimum)

(Min. 4 persons per camp) unless otherwise arranged. A $200.00 deposit holds the camp.

Trophy Hunt (one on one) Call or write for information: