At noon today, the lodge closes. That sentence sounds restful. Cozy, even. Like staff naps, long silences, and a clean exhale. That’s a lie I tell guests—and sometimes myself. Yes, the guests leave. Yes, the bar stools get flipped. Yes, people technically sleep. But what actually comes next is two straight months of planning, repairing, budgeting, rebuilding, and asking dangerous questions like “what if I just redid everything?” This is not a vacation. This is the deep-winter

As we wrap up 2025 and head into the final stretch of the holiday season, we're taking a moment to reflect on what this year meant to us at Twin Ponds Lodge—and what we're dreaming up for 2026. A Year of Community This year, we watched our community grow. We saw first-time visitors become regulars. We watched friendships deepen over potlucks and karaoke nights. We celebrated Bears Weekends, Frat Fridays, Kink & Fetish themes, and everything in between. Most importantly, we wa

Running a small, independent place like Twin Ponds Lodge is a true labor of love, and every bit of support from our community makes a real difference. One of the easiest (and totally free!) ways you can help us — and any small business you want to see thrive — is by simply engaging with our social media. Why Social Media Support Matters Those likes, comments, shares, and tags aren’t just digital high-fives. Every time you interact with our posts, you help more people discover

An Unofficial Guide to Clothing Optional Etiquette at Twin Ponds Lodge Twin Ponds Lodge is a clothing-optional gay campground in Maine where men come to unwind, connect, and live their best lives—naked, clothed, or somewhere in between. And here’s the keyword-rich truth: optional means optional. No pressure. No assumptions. No creepy commentary. At TPL, some guys show up for nudity and naturism. Some show up for the indoor heated pool, karaoke nights, campfires, billiards, o

You don’t have to like me. And that’s okay. I am not here to win a popularity contest. (I mean, I already did that - Mr. TPL 2024.) I am here because I believe in what this place stands for — what it can stand for, if we let it. This isn’t just where I work. This is my home. My life. My community. My family. For most of you, Twin Ponds Lodge is a weekend getaway — a place to unplug, unwind, and be yourself for a few fleeting days. And I always want it to be that for you. But,

Hello Campers! By now, you’ve probably caught wind of The Growing Table—so let’s talk about how this project is growing roots at Twin Ponds Lodge. The Growing Table, our new nonprofit adventure that’s all about growing food, growing friendships, and growing our impact right here in Central Maine. As part of the Twin Ponds Lodge community, a unique New England gay campground, we know how special it is to have a space where everyone belongs, and we’re always looking for ways t

Celebrate the Wildest Moments of the Year at Twin Ponds Lodge The year might be coming to an end, but the stories sure aren’t. It’s time for the 2nd Annual   Ranger Alli Rewind Awards  — a celebration of laughter, love, and light-hearted chaos at Twin Ponds Lodge . This is your chance to honor the campers, couples, cocktails, and community that made 2025 unforgettable. Whether you were living your best towel-wrapped fantasy or just trying to find some fun at the cockpit, it’s

Every Halloween, the wind shifts through the pines at Twin Ponds Lodge a little differently. It whistles like it’s carrying secrets, like the land remembers something… something older, something stranger, something with tiny hands and glowing eyes. Long before men set foot on these grounds, before the first fire pit was dug or the first hammock strung, this place was home to a society unlike any other. Not a tribe. Not a settlement. Not even a family. No, friends—what lived h

At Twin Ponds Lodge, we talk a lot about community. In my last blog post, I sang the praises of Wi-Fi and how it helps folks balance work and adventure. But today, I want to talk about a different kind of connection: the one that happens when we disconnect. The Redefinition of “Friend” Somewhere along the way, society quietly rewrote the definition of the word friend . Not long ago, a friend was someone who sat at your kitchen table, drank your coffee, and stayed until the co

This guide is for you if you’ve never been to Twin Ponds Lodge, or any clothing-optional campground. If you’re brand new to the experience, whether solo or with friends who are also first-timers, you’re in the right place. When you visit, you’ll be joining the TPL Social Club, a private, men-only club that’s not open to the public. This private club structure is what allows us to offer a safe, welcoming space where the rules are created by the membership itself. Membership is

At Twin Ponds Lodge, members of our team securing enough time off to truly escape—like, actually leave the campground—is practically mythical. There’s always something: a leaky hose hook up, a raccoon rebellion, or a picnic table needing repairs. So when Tommy and Roberto generously granted me the chance to work from home during the spring and fall shoulder seasons, I didn’t just take the opportunity—I ran with it. My first liberation week kicked off with a ride down to Portl

Potluck: Don’t be THAT Guy Ah, potluck night. The smell of home-cooked goodness wafts through the lodge. The table groans under the...

As the seasonal season winds down and we pack it all away until next April, it feels right to pause and reflect on what makes our...

When we first arrived at Twin Ponds Lodge, we stepped into something truly special—a close-knit community full of heart, history, and...

Howdy Campers, TPL’s Camp Ranger here. The nights are getting chillier, and some of you are still pitching tents instead of cozying up in...

It’s no secret—Twin Ponds Lodge is proudly sex positive. We believe that everyone deserves a space to express themselves, including their...

I will never forget that night. I had just stumbled in from my uber into my condo. I lived in Highland Park, a cute neighborhood on the...

In February, when Horseshoe Falls took its annual orange tint, a natural phenomenon that thousands flock to Yosemite National Park to...

Pride Month is here again, and with the political climate being what it is, I honestly believe Pride is more important now than ever. But...

A t Twin Ponds Lodge, we’ve worked hard to build something special. This isn’t just another club or party spot—it’s a real community. And...