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Downeast Retreat Tent Site

1 site · Tent1 acre · East Machias, ME

This tent site offers a nice outside dining area, grill, and laundry room. If you would like to use the outlet or string lights provided on the tent platform, plug in the yellow extension cord located by the door closest to your site on the red building (there is a light under the outlet for you to see it at night). With plenty of parking space for your ATVs and easy access to the Down East Sunrise Trail, this is a perfect destination for anyone looking to find adventure. I hope to host you soon!

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Elmer's Cove

9 sites · RVs, Tents6 acres · Edmunds Township, ME

450 feet of cove frontage next to Cobscook Bay State Park. Paved boat launch next door, with a dock, thick stand of trees along the road, and a clearing inside. People marvel at the property and relax. Hand carry launch very close to the campsites. This area of coastal Maine is a stop on your journey. #Next to Cobscook Bay State Park!# #Voted - 2021 Top 10 Best Campsites in Maine# 4 Sites - 2 for Tents and 2 for RVs Good clearance on driveway - no 4WD needed. Tent/sm. veh. sites (tent area 9x14): 1 and 5 best for tents; 3 and 7 for RVs. All sites generally levelled w/fire pits. (firewood included) Book a specific site, or ask me which. Open interior land, privacy from road, - clothing-optional inquiries welcomed. Dark nights for star gazing, 20-foot tidal range - strong currents, be careful kayaking and boating, mid-tide and higher it's good swimming here, also a small spring fed pond to cool off in. Carry in here, or launch for free next door. Good cell signal, (Verizon, AT & T) tower 1.2 miles away. Smart phone hot-spot works for me. GPS: 285 South Edmunds Road, Dennysville, ME. Video - YouTube: "Elmer's cove"

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Primal Silence

1 site · Tent30 acres · Lubec, ME

This is Passamaquoddy country.Learn more about this land:Hike in, pitch your tent among the birches, and enjoy the quiet. We offer only one site so that you can experience a sense of solitude. We vary the camp sites and let them rest and recover their wildness in between guests. If you are interested in meditation, contemplation and creativity, this might be the place for you. Toilet is a bucket with a seat that you “flush” by throwing leaves on top.

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The Point

7 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents8 acres · Gouldsboro, ME

The Point is located in Gouldsboro, in Downeast Maine on the Schoodic Peninsula near the Schoodic portion of Acadia National Park on occupied Wabanaki land. The point is our home, offered to guests as a place for seekers of peace and solace to gain a better relationship and appreciation with nature in a world that has forgotten the importance and connection we all have with the planet that sustains us. A priority here for me is keeping this land pristine and respected. Our mission to save and protect our natural environment and keep it natural and wild can only be accomplished with the active mindfulness of you. We aim to prove that hipcamp can be a magical experience for private landowners and campers alike, to provide a means of temporal community and beneficial alternative to traditional campgrounds; one that does not degrade the environment and break the peace that small towns still contain. Please be mindful of the trash you generate and mindful of the noise you are making— we aim to provide seekers of peace a *quiet* time in nature. Together we are here to be an example to others of what mindful camping can look like in this changing world. Thanks for caring to come, see, explore, learn and being apart of the solution! <3 We hope to hear from you <3

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Blueberry Land Tent Platforms

11 sites · RVs, Tents60 acres · Eastport, ME

We have four raised platforms, accessible by car, each with a canvas-covered A-frame, and each with a canvas/sawdust queen size futon bed in it. Each platform is nested in their own private setting around the edges of our 12-acre organic blueberry barren. Three of the platforms are fully screened-in, with stylish canvas-covered timberframes and circular red doors. One is fully covered but does not have screens. Blueberry Land is part of Smithereen Farm. Surrounded by woodlands, the barrens is on Youngs Cove Road, near Reversing Falls. This is an off grid, rustic site with only a port-a-potty. If you need to use any other amenities, you are welcome to use the WIFI, fill your water bottles, charge your electric vehicle and buy supplies at the Smithereen Farm Store (12 Little Falls Road, Pembroke). That's also where you can jump into the Pennamaquan River to cool off after exploring the town by bike. There are beautiful walking, biking and canoeing opportunities in every direction—check out Cobscook Shores, Downeast Coastal Conservancy trail by Reversing falls, Maine Coast Heritage trails on the bold coast and at Sipps Bay. Blueberry bushes are low, native, fruit-growing, covered in flowers in spring and then berries in summer, turning bright bright red in the fall when kissed by frost. Our blueberries are certified organic by MOFGA and surrounded by birch, fir, spruce and flowering perennial beds to improve insect habitat. We ask that you NOT DRIVE ON THE BERRIES! Park in the parking lot, three sites are immediately visible, the fourth site is a further drive down the road, past the port o potty, in the back field to the left. Low hung vehicles beware, if in doubt park in parking lot. Upon booking, we will send you a PDF welcome packet filled with helpful information about the farm, local sites to see, and a comprehensive list of our recommendations. Remember to prepare for MOSQUITOES in summer! We really recommend you approach Washington County as an opportunity to picnic, so bring a pocketknife, a frying pan, a big cooler for butter and milk, a big water jug, a thermos, a camp stove/kettle, warm socks, and a sense of adventure! We wish you a pleasant stay all the way DOWNEAST!

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Outfitter Tent

1 site · Lodging25 acres · Wesley, ME

Eastern exposure of the woods and valley. Old farm with rolling fields. Organic blueberries to pick with a purchase priceLearn more about this land:Forest and fields, private, lakes, ponds, streams and ocean nearby. Lots of wildlife. Garden with fresh veggies will be available to pick and to be purchased.

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Robinson's Cottages Camping

1 site · RV, Tent300 acres · Township Of Edmunds, ME

The tent site is located on the same property as Robinson's Housekeeping Log Cottages. The business was started with one small cabin in 1920 by William Robinson and his wife Shirley. The cottages are located on the bank of the Dennys River, on land owned by generations of Robinsons since 1875. There are 6 log cottages and one small clapboard cottage located on the property. We also have direct access to the Sunrise Trail. Learn more about this land: This campsite is located on the bank of the Dennys River and very close to the small pond also on the property. It is a wooded lot with a firepit (wood included), picnic table, and tenting spot. Nearby are a swingset and volleyball/badminton net, horse shoes, as well as a beach on the river. Water bottles can be filled at the Cottages office. There are canoes, a rowboat, and a kayak that can be used for free by campers. Life jackets can be found by the office. We have direct access to the Sunrise Trail and are located between mile marker 79 and 80.

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Happy Dwelling

5 sites · RVs, Tents8 acres · East Machias, ME

Happy Dwelling rests on 8 acres of land. Woods create a private and peaceful stay. You may enjoy starry night skies and soft orange sunrises. Just a short walk, is the lovely Sunrise Trail, a converted old train line, for biking, walking, four-wheeling, and horseback riding. Lakes are close by for swimming, kayaking, and canoeing. Learn more about this land: Open green space surrounded by pine trees. The sites are nestled in spaces surrounded by trees for a sense of peace and privacy. Firepits are at each site. Also on-site, chair and table massage by appointment (I am the Massage Therapist!). We built a new outhouse! It's beautiful! Potable water is available by hose from my house. There are lots of hiking trails in the area. If you're interested in touring some of the towns nearby, Lubec, Eastport, Machias, and Campobello Island are all good choices. And, they all have a hiking trail or two, and I place to have lunch

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Birch Point Farm

3 sites · Lodging, Tents4 acres · Machiasport, ME

We welcome campers to the beautiful land where we live, a wooded 4 acres on "Birch Point" which juts into the lively salt-water Machias Bay. Your hosts, Lucy and Tyler, are homesteading musicians, currently developing a biodynamic community farm and garden project, with our off-grid house still in construction. Please be aware that you will be entering a *working farm*, full of life! Your stay with us is bound to be social and lively at times. There are places on the land that offer privacy, yet overall it is a cozy and intimate setting. We greatly welcome feedback for being the best homesteader-hosts we can be. ----------------------------------------------------------------- *2024 SUMMER SEASON INFO* - We have a hand-pump on our well that you can use for your fresh water supply 💦 There is no shower or bath option at this time (other than a fresh dip in the bay!) - Our state-of-the-primitive-art out house is available for your use 🌙 tucked into the woods along the path to the overlook and bay beach. - At this time we do *not* have firewood available for sale. If you plan to make a fire in the fire pit (which is 100% welcome!) please bring wood and kindling with you 🔥 - The walk down to the flat rock beach is erosion-prone. Please be aware of your steps and tread lightly to help us keep the natural moss and ground cover in tact! 🌱 --------------------------------------------------------------- Mostly wooded with small clearings, this land is a comfortable camping environment. There is a common fire pit in view of the ocean, glinting through the trees. Wild animals, like deer and foxes, and many bird species abound, filling the land with life and song. We’re so grateful to live on this piece of paradise, and wish to share the beauty and magic of the land with you! On the bold coast of Downeast Maine, we offer (a) tent sites in a grove of young maple trees, and (b) a canvas bell tent atop a wooden platform with a double-mattress. Both of these options are easily accessible from the parking area. A short saunter through the woods will bring you to an open water vista, overlooking a tidal bay fed by the Machias River. These are very refreshing (chilly!) and strong tidal waters. There are also beautiful (warmer) lakes and many hiking trails nearby, notably the Cutler Bold Coast Trail with epic seaside cliffs. Expect the area to be relatively buggy in summer months, and prepare to do head-to-toe tick checks! We’re about a 10 minute drive from the town of Machias where you can fill up on supply and provisioning needs. We're about 30 minutes from Lubec and 50 minutes from Eastport, two lovely seaside towns with art galleries, cafés, restaurants, and abundant coastal view points. We look forward to welcoming you and your close ones soon for a visit on Birch Point :-)

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Downeast Retreat Campsite

1 site · RV1 acre · East Machias, ME

This property has a big red building with hookups for RV as well as a dump site. Bring your whole family, we are extremely pet friendly. Located less than a mile away from the Downeast Sunrise Trail, you can drive your ATVs into town on the trail system and grab a bite to eat. An outdoor grill and patio area is located on the other side of the building. A laundry room is also provided for your convenience.

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Lake cathance camping

1 site · RV, Tent4 acres · Woodland, ME

Directly on cathance lake. One of the cleanest lakes in Maine located in Washington county. Cooper Maine. Lake is Full of salmon and bass. Enjoy the private Cove great for swimming. Floating dock. Bring your own tent or park a small trailer on our pad. Enjoy this beautiful lake and nature at its best listen for the family of Loons. We are just opening up and this will be a future glamping business Right now we have two beautiful camping sites and also space to bring your travel trailers or camper vans. Electric will be installed within the next 3 weeks. Arriving please message the host to get directions

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Karen’s Campsite - Boyden Lake

2 sites · Lodging, RVs1 acre · Calais, ME

My great-grandfather had a camp on Boyden’s Lake. My Mom has spent summers at Boyden’s Lake since she was six years old. I grew up spending summers at Boyden’s Lake in the same camp my parents still own. As an adult, I bought a camp on the same lane as my parents’ camp. We call my camp “Karen’s Cabin” to differentiate between the two camps. I have been renting my cabin by the week in the summer. I also own the vacant lot next to my cabin lot. I would like to rent my vacant lot to people with RV’s. A friend of mine suggested that I rent it because more people are traveling in RV’s these days. It is a nice spot, a gravel lot near Boyden’s Lake with beach access. I am posting this on August 10th, 2021. It is available immediately. If all goes well and I rent the lot this year, hopefully, I can get feedback on amenities to add next year. Visit Boyden’s Lake, I hope you like it as much as my family does.

The best camping near Rocky Lake Public Reserved Land guide

Overview

About

If loads of laughs go hand in hand with your adventuring, we’re positive you’re gonna have a good time at Rocky Lake Public Reserved Land. The park is an off roader’s dream, with roads for snowmobiling and ATVs. There’s also only two very small hiking path at Rock Lake, so what’s a hiker to do? Get out on the water, of course! With gigantic Rocky Lake and smaller Second and Patrick Lakes at your fingertips it’s time hop in your watercraft and explore the shores! Fish for bass, sunfish and perch. Watch for loons and bald eagles that frequent the piney tree tops and coyotes, bobcats and moose down below. There’s waterfront (and boat in) camping, so those who are wanting long floats down the East Machias River and it’s thrilling rapids, can stop off and enjoy the tranquility of Rocky Lake. Come for the scenery, stay for the adventure, Rocky Lake is sure to leave you with a smile on your face!

Notable campgrounds

Mud Landing: Offers a trailered boat launch and campsite by Northern Inlet, perfect for anglers and boaters.
South Bay: Lakeside campsites with hand-carry boat launch access, ideal for a serene camping experience.
Second Lake: Remote campsites accessible by water, a haven for canoeists and those seeking solitude.

Tips for snagging a campsite

Arrive early to secure a spot, as campsites are first-come, first-served and can fill up quickly during peak seasons.
Prepare for a rustic experience, as these are primitive sites—pack in all essentials and be ready to pack out trash.
Keep an eye on the weather forecast and water levels, especially if planning to access campsites by water.
Explore nearby camping options in case Rocky Lake's sites are full, ensuring you have a backup plan.

When to go

The prime time to visit Rocky Lake Public Reserved Land is during May and June, when water levels are ideal for fishing and the landscape is lush. However, be prepared for the black fly season. Winter offers a serene, snowy escape for ice fishing and snowmobiling, though access roads are not plowed.

Know before you go

Check for access updates before your trip to ensure a safe and enjoyable visit.
Remember, no reservations or fees are required for camping, but stays are limited to 14 days within any 45-day period.
For safety, keep pets under control and on a leash at campsites, and be aware of hunting zones and regulations.
Be mindful of the natural environment—carry out all trash, and avoid moving firewood to prevent the spread of pests.
Cell phone coverage can be spotty; plan accordingly and do not rely on your phone for emergencies.