West Gardiner, Maine

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Guided camping, retreats, and outdoor adventures across Maine — where everyone belongs outside.

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Est. 2024

Rooted in
History

Cambridge Gun & Rod Club — historic photograph

Founded 1893

The Cambridge Gun & Rod Club — one of the oldest continuously operating Black outdoor clubs in America.

Camp Monroe is built on land with a story. Our home base sits on the grounds of the Cambridge Gun & Rod Club—a historic Black social and sporting club founded in 1893 by a group of Black Bostonians who refused to be excluded from the outdoors.

Among its early members: W.E.B. Du Bois. Located in West Gardiner, Maine, the club stood as a quiet act of resistance—proof that Black people have always belonged in nature, have always found joy and restoration in the wild.

We carry that legacy forward. Every trip we run, every fire we gather around, every trail we hike is a continuation of over 130 years of Black outdoor culture.

130+

Years of history

West Gardiner, Maine

∞

Acres of wild

Why We Exist

The
Mission

Maine is stunning. Its forests, lakes, coastlines, and mountains deserve a wider audience. Camp Monroe exists to make the outdoors accessible, joyful, and culturally resonant for Black and brown explorers—while writing new chapters in a very old story.

Reclaim the Wild

Black and brown people have always had a relationship with the natural world. We create space to reconnect—on our terms, in our way.

Build the Corridor

We are actively partnering with Maine tourism to build a Black Tourism Corridor—bringing a new generation of travelers to the state and creating economic opportunity along the way.

Expand Who Belongs

The outdoors is for everyone. We're expanding the table—bringing new voices, new energy, and new stories to spaces that have always had room for more.

Community First

These aren't just trips. They're gatherings. Every experience is designed around food, culture, restoration, and the deep joy of being outside with your people.

“People need more time outside. We're here to make sure that invitation reaches everyone.”

— Camp Monroe

What We Offer

The Experiences

From day hikes to multi-night retreats, every Camp Monroe experience is curated, guided, and built around community.

Flagship

Retreat

Cambridge Grounds Retreat

West Gardiner, Maine·3 Days / 2 Nights

Our signature retreat on the historic Cambridge Gun & Rod Club property in West Gardiner, Maine. Wellness, community, and outdoor skill-building on 130-year-old hallowed ground.

Coming 2025

Weekend Camping

Acadia Base Camp

Acadia National Park, ME·3 Days / 2 Nights

Sleep under Maine skies with Acadia as your backyard. Morning hikes, evening fires, and food that hits different in the wild.

Coming 2025

Day Trip

Baxter Peak Day Hike

Baxter State Park, ME·1 Day

Guided summit hike of Katahdin with a crew that looks like you. Gear provided. No experience needed. Just show up ready.

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Private / Group

Custom Group Experience

Statewide, Maine·Your Schedule

Companies, friend groups, sororities, fraternities—we build tailored outdoor experiences for your people. All skill levels welcome.

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Waitlist

We're building something intentional—and limited capacity means we fill fast. Get on the list to be first to know when trips drop, retreats open, and Camp Monroe is ready to welcome you to Maine.

Join hundreds of Black & brown outdoor enthusiasts

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