Dragonwood logomark
Waterfront dock on Manhanock Pond at Dragonwood in Parkman Maine
EXPERIENCES

Things to Do at a Maine Lakefront Stay

On the property and nearby, with access and conditions confirmed for your dates.

GUEST FAVORITES

What Guests Love Most

Dock seating on Manhanock Pond at Dragonwood

Kayaking & Waterfront

About 1,200 feet of private shoreline on Manhanock Pond. Ask which paddling equipment can be ready for your dates.

"We spent a full day on the lake, swimming and kayaking." — Nadav

Arts and crafts in the Dragonwood Design Studio

The Design Studio

A three-season space for drawing, painting small items and rocks, beads, and simple crafts. Confirm supplies for your group.

"Painting rocks in the Art Studio." — Kristen

Warrior Confidence Course obstacles at Dragonwood

Warrior Confidence Course

Ninja Certified Warp Wall, cargo nets, rings, and a peg board. Confirm access and group fit.

"We had 25 people for a long weekend and there was always something to do." — Lindsey

Milky Way over the water for stargazing at Dragonwood

Stargazing & Fire Pit

Look up from the Bunk House balcony or settle near the fire pit when conditions allow. Sky visibility varies.

"On a clear night we could actually see the milky way." — Nadav

Food being prepared for a catered Dragonwood gathering

Dragonwood Event Catering

Dragonwood handles event catering from its licensed commercial kitchen. Confirm menus, service, and pricing with the team.

"The dinners they prepared were amazing." — Jana

ON-SITE ACTIVITIES

Never Bored at

Kayaking at Dragonwood

Kayaking

Summer, Fall

Fishing at Dragonwood

Fishing

Summer, Fall

Swimming at Dragonwood

Swimming

Summer

Ice Fishing at Dragonwood

Ice Fishing

Winter

Arts & Crafts at Dragonwood

Arts & Crafts

Summer, Fall

Painting at Dragonwood

Painting

Summer, Fall

Nature Journaling at Dragonwood

Nature Journaling

Confirm for your dates

Herbal Foot Soaks at Dragonwood

Herbal Foot Soaks

Disc Golf at Dragonwood

Disc Golf

Summer, Fall

Bocce at Dragonwood

Bocce

Summer, Fall

Hiking at Dragonwood

Hiking

Confirm for your dates

Snowshoeing at Dragonwood

Snowshoeing

Winter

Cocoa & Campfire at Dragonwood

Cocoa & Campfire

Confirm for your dates

Book Reading at Dragonwood

Book Reading

Winter

Warrior Confidence Course at Dragonwood

Warrior Confidence Course

Summer, Fall

Cornhole at Dragonwood

Cornhole

Summer, Fall

Stargazing at Dragonwood

Stargazing

Confirm for your dates

Garden Walks at Dragonwood

Garden Walks

Summer, Fall

Something Else? at Dragonwood

Something Else?

Confirm for your dates

* Activities, equipment, staffing, weather, water or ice conditions, fire conditions, and fees can vary. Confirm what is available for your dates before planning around it.

A DAY AT DRAGONWOOD

Try something. Then slow down.

Take on the Warrior Confidence Course, explore the waterline, or settle onto the dock and let the day decide what comes next.

Confidence Course sign among the trees at Dragonwood
Guest arriving at the Warrior Confidence Course
Family spending time together on the Warrior Confidence Course
Child climbing the cargo net on the Warrior Confidence Course
Family trying an obstacle on the Warrior Confidence Course
Wide view of the Warrior Confidence Course in the woods
Obstacle grounds at the Warrior Confidence Course
Children exploring a small stream at Dragonwood
Guests touching the water from the dock on Manhanock Pond
Family relaxing together on the dock
Family reflected in Manhanock Pond from the dock
Guests seated on the Dragonwood dock overlooking the pond
A child fishing from the dock at Dragonwood
Children working on a hands-on craft project at Dragonwood
A child creating a colorful project in the Design Studio
Young guests making art together at Dragonwood
Food being prepared for a catered Dragonwood gathering
Sunset from the dock on Manhanock Pond at Dragonwood

There's more to do than you'd expect.

OFF-SITE ADVENTURES

Explore the Region

Dragonwood has plenty to do on property, but the surrounding region adds another layer: river walks, waterfalls, Moosehead day trips, breweries, wineries, a local gym, golf, the ice arena, and small-town stops that still feel very much like rural Maine.

Parkman itself is small and historic. Guilford is the easiest nearby town for add-on stops. Some outings are simple self-directed drives, and Carrie can help point your group toward the right mix.

Forest trails leading to the Main House at Dragonwood

Nearby Destinations

WILDLIFE

Notice what is there. Never expect a sighting.

Wildlife belongs to this wooded lake setting, but no species or sighting is guaranteed. Guest photos record past stays; they are inspiration, not a promise about what will appear during yours.

See Guest Photos
PLAN AROUND THE SEASON

What may fit your dates

Most guest stays run June through October. Winter stays and activities require current confirmation; Dragonwood does not present April or May as normally open.

Summer on Manhanock Pond at Dragonwood

Summer

Paddling, swimming, fishing, dock time, lawn games, and the Design Studio during the regular guest season, with conditions and arrangements confirmed first.

Fall foliage on the Dragonwood property

Fall

Foliage, property walks, nearby hikes, art time, and fire-pit evenings when weather and property rules allow.

Winter ice fishing catch at Dragonwood

Winter

A quieter stay may include snowshoeing, indoor games, reading, or stargazing. Confirm dates, access, equipment, and conditions first.

Ready to Plan Your Trip?

Tell Carrie your dates and priorities. She can help you confirm which activities, equipment, and nearby outings may fit your stay.

Ask About Your Stay

Explore More

Main House

Three-story treehouse-style lodge with ensuite rooms; ask us to confirm current fit.

Bunk House

Sleeps 16 with a full kitchen and a balcony built for stargazing.

Airstream

A couples getaway in the cedar grove with private outdoor space and shared lake access.