Forest camping in New Brunswick

Rich in French Acadian and First Nations culture and coastal adventure, New Brunswick may be Canada’s most-underrated province.

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Mouth of the Magaguadavic Camping

20 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · Caithness, NB
Situated in Caithness, New Brunswick, where the Magaguadavic River meets the Passamaquoddy Bay on the Bay of Fundy. Once owned by high profile Saint Andrews-By-The-Sea resident, Robert Pagan, the property, like other properties in the area, were granted to American Loyalist Solders of Scottish Highlanders, and named for Caithness, Scotland, the place where Golf began. When the US Revolutionary War ended, the King of Holland was chosen to define the boundary between the United States and Canada. He chose the “St Croix River”. The problem was, nobody knew where the St Croix River was. That name had been used by the French, but had not been used in a very long time. Canadians believe the Schoduc River was the St Croix. American’s believe the Wolastoq River (now called the St John River) was the St Croix River. The local North American Indigenous people (the MicMacs or Mi'kmaqs) told Robert Pagan of a place called “Bone Island” where their history told of Europeans living and dying there. Pagan did an archaeological dig on “Bone Island” and found the remains of the French colonists and their settlement. This proved “Bone Island”, also known as “Dochet Island” or “Saint Croix Island", was the site of Pierre Dugua, Sieur de Monts' ill-fated 1604 settlement. Based on this, the Boundary Commission agreed that the Schoduc River was the Saint Croix River and therefore, the international boundary between Canada and America. The survivors of the 1604/1605 winter move from St Croix Island to Port-Royal in Nova Scotia (two years before the European arrival in Jamestown, Virginia). Without the work of Robert Pagan, this campsite and half of New Brunswick, including the Capital City of Fredericton and half of the City of Saint John would have been part of Province of Massachusetts Bay (later Maine). In the 1800's this property was part of a 1000 acre lot of land owned by two brother McKenzie, who were Sea Captains. Since the late 1960s, the property was the summer home of Ben and Marg Leland, parents to 14 children and 50 grandchildren. Today, there are four (4) separate fields available for campers - Barnes' Point, Charlies Garden, the Villa Point and the Main Beach. The property has thousands of feet of shoreline and several beaches to enjoy. We even have our own private island, Blueberry Island. A really unique and quiet place to stay. Learn more about this land: Natural long grass fields for camping, some mowed midseason. There are several shale beaches on the tidal salt water. There is also access to the Fresh Water of the Magaguadavic River. Kayakers looking for more of a challenge may choose to paddle the Salt Waters of the Passamaquoddy Bay past Midjik Bluff. Those looking for calmer and warmer waters, may want to choose to go from the campsite, up the Magaguadavic River to the beautiful Saint George Basin and the Saint George Gorge, passing the Three Sisters and the newest Bald Eagles Nest (at the most eastern end of the Campsite). Pass by Silver Island arriving at the Saint George Basin. Disembark at the Basin Boat Ramp and take a short walk up Portage Street to Main Street. Enjoy an ice cream at Pete’s Dairy Bar. Also a short walk to the Saint George Mall, the Historic Granite Post Officer, the Saint George Dam, Fish Ladder, the Old Pulp Mill, the Country Market, and more. A quiet spot, away from noise and light pollution, where the fresh water meets the salt water. WiFi Connection 01: TP-Link_33DD_2G WiFi Connection 02: TP-Link_33DD_5G WiFi Password: 47528963
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Kavanagh Farm camping

16 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents11 acres · Shediac Cape, NB
Learn more about this land:Location, location, location! Spend the day at the beach or exploring the many outdoor activities the Shediac and surrounding areas have to offer!Secluded, quiet camping areas on the back of 11 acres. Listen to one of the two brooks babble, or watch the deer in the nearby field. Take a tour of the farm, eat fresh eggs, collected by you. Only 13 minutes from the beautiful Parlee Beach! Shuttle available!Less than one hour away from Kouchibouguac National Park!15 minutes from Moncton!Just over 5 minutes to Sobey's, NBLC, and gas stations for all of your camping needs!Smores kit, farm-fresh breakfast, farm tours, birthday cakes, eggs, firewood, towels camp chair and table, and cooking packages all available in the extras section!
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Manuel's Camping, Site 3

5 sites · RVs, Tents200 acres · Moncton, NB
This site is more of a basic camping experience but we will be constantly upgrading and updating it. This site is set in and among spruce tree's and is our newest site more simplistic but has everything you need for a week end in the woods. for more information you can call 506-801-3362 or send a email to manuel_leger81@hotmail.com, Looking forward to see you down at manuel's camping for a awesome camping experience.
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Acadian Coastal Campground

9 sites · RVs, Tents3 acres · Murray Corner, NB
Travelling and Enjoying the east coast is something we love….so we bought our dream vacation spot and quickly realized that others might enjoy it as well. Enjoy the quiet skyline and maybe even catch a glimpse of the local wildlife. Our grass lots are backed with lush Appalachian forest and leads way to a slow brook where you can wade with the tide or try your hand at fishing or simply sit by the fire and enjoy the solitude. Check in is self guided as there is no host on site but you'll find it simple as all sites, as well as the toilet area is well marked with signage. This doesn’t mean we aren’t here to help, you can reach us 24/7 via telephone/text or email. It makes for the perfect spot to experience quiet private east coast living. We are Located just off the Acadian Coastal Drive and minutes from the beautiful Fundy shore. You can bring your tent, RV, van or camper and choose from 4 fantastic sites. 1-30 amp service, 2 roadside non-serviced as well as one privative forested site. All sites are equipped with a fire pit and access to our large off grid restroom. Wood is available for purchase if you didn’t bring your own! You can also explore New Brunswick with a drive on Acadian Coastal Drive ·Appalachian Range Route · Fundy Coastal Drive · Miramichi River Route or Fundy Coastal Drive Stop by and visit Murray Corner Provincial park for a swim and watch the tide roll out. Looking to see multiple provinces?? We are in the perfect spot to see all of what the East coast has to offer. View PEI’s spectacular Confederation Bridge from the shoreline and take a drive to PEI which is only minutes from us. Mainland Nova Scotia is less than a 30 minute drive and if your adventurous and want to drive the Cabot Trail then you can reach Cape Breton Island in under 2 hours! Catch a Ferry to Newfoundland if your heart desires. PEAK SEASON (May 1- Sept 31) OFF GRID (Oct 1 -Dec 31 and March 15 - April 31) CLOSED for winter (Dec 31- March 14) Follow us on Facebook and Instagram Kindly bring your own plastic/compostable bags for the toilet are as these may not always be available on site. There is no potable water on site however, we do have an out building with compostable toilet, shower/change area. Free Showers and potable water available at Murray provincial park during peak season.
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Lake George Getaway

5 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres · Fredericton, NB
We are happy to share our property with Hipcampers and look forward to hosting you!  Two sites available (one with shed & one open area to camp). There is cell reception at the site. Pit toilet available. Pets permitted on-leash. This is a large vacant lot on a rural road with neighbours on both sides. There is a trail starting on the right property line (looking AWAY from the road) you are welcome to explore about 1km back into the woods. We encourage you to Hike to Waterloo Lake (about 2km), there are nearby waterfalls and trails, Lake George is close by (day-use fee), as well as Harvey Lake (free park, swimming + boat launch). While in the area we also suggest you check out the historic Kings Landing! Harvey Station and Frederiction are nearby for all your camping essentials.
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Off Grid Adventure

26 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Moncton, NB
Sitting on over 60 acres of Off-Grid property, Off Grid Adventure is the first adventure destination in North America to offer a comprehensive range of indoor and outdoor adventure activities (included in your campsite fee), (equine) horse camping (for horse owners only!), while also providing education on Off-Grid living. Learn more about this land: Come to Off Grid Adventure to UNPLUG and Unleash the Adventurer in You!  The site is ideal for tents, trailers, and RVs up to 30 feet. Trailer and RV campers can back in to their site. There is a restroom/shower log cabin for your use. Inside our campground, we have an outdoor adventure park that has: a zipline, ninja obstacle course, tire obstacle course, slackline, outdoor rock climbing wall, ropes obstacle course. If it is raining come climb in our indoor rock climbing and caving tunnel cabin! The first in North America! ALL INCLUDED WITH YOUR CAMPSITE! Other Activities: hiking (10 km of trails inside our property), ATV trails connected to the campground to take you to Elgin, Petitcodiac, Sussex Nearby:-Petitcodiac ~ 10 min drive-Elgin ~ 15 min drive-Sussex ~ 20 min drive-Moncton ~ 40 min drive
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Charming Chance Harbour

3 sites · RVs2 acres · Chance Harbour, NB
Crow Island rd. Is located on a peninsula in the bay of Fundy. There are many beaches, waterfalls and hiking paths in the area. There is an old graveyard on the peninsula directly across from the site & there is an unknown British soldier who washed ashore during the civil war & some of the locals buried him there. The tide pool is located at the tip of this peninsula. At the end of crow island rd. Is a lovely beach and crow island can be accessed by crossing the breakwater. There is a footpath all around the island. The Belding reef nature preserve is a short walk down Chance Harbour rd. Step over the chain gate at the end of the road and the trail head is on the left at the top of the hill. Just behind the church there is a short path to a beautiful Sandy beach that faces the wharf. At the end of Cranberry Head lane there is a Nordic spa, another gorgeous beach and a couple of waterfalls coming down the mountain.Learn more about this land:Bring your van or RV and enjoy the wonderful ocean views!This site has a bbq and 2 bistro sets. There is a deck on the hillside which overlooks the water. The water in the bay is much calmer which makes it ideal for water sports. The area is a haven for birdwatchers, nature lovers, and foragers. There is a tide pool for swimming at the edge of the property on the ocean side. Basically in front of the big rock. Please be mindful of the currents. There are also many deer, foxes, raccoons & porcupines on the peninsula so pets must be leashed. This also means there are ticks & fleas as well.  We also have a pull-through site across the street that has no amenities other than a table. This site is reserved for trailers 35 feet and larger or for people with boats to put in.Belding Reef Nature preserve is a hiking trail just around the corner. Kayaks and small boats can be put in at the lot across from the site. We are 20 minutes from Saint John & 20 minutes from New River Beach.We look forward to hosting you!
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Dream Seed Farm

4 sites · RVs, Tents18 acres · Fredericton, NB
My dream has always been to have a farm to share all the beautiful abundance of life and lots of space to play. Since 2008, I have worked in my home studio sewing Hanging HUGS custom luxury hammocks and shipping them around the world to make the world a cozy place. HUGS have also funded my world travels and humanitarian projects, teaching many people how to make hammocks. You too can learn to sew your own HUG and enjoy it here. An expedition sea kayaker and expert rock climber with more than 20 years experience giving clients a unique look at our province, it's my pleasure to introduce you to my favourite spots. Our sailboat is spacious, comfortable and fun... ready when you are. This farm is a school of life. I am happy to share what I have learned about growing food, and my wife is an amazing cook who can teach how to make Korean food. Lots to do to fill a week, or just kick back in a hammock for a day by the pond, writing journal to reflect, soaking in the peaceful feelings. Learn more about this land: 1800's homestead near Jemseg River where our sailboat is moored. Gardens are abundant, kayaking is beautiful, fishing is good, and swimming is great! Welcome home!
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Hill Top Camping

3 sites · RVs, Tents4 acres · Saint John, NB
This 4 acre property is such a beautiful spot that allows you to enjoy the beautiful night sky all the while enjoying an open fire. This camping spot has easy access as it has a well maintained gravel driveway so you can either bring a camper or just pitch a tent. It's far enough away from everything you can't see the road for compete privacy. You're right off the atv trails or 10 minutes from the town of Sussex if you need to stock up. If you feel like you want to take a swim the lake is 15mins away. Or head into Sussex and enjoy the civic center that boasts a large salt water pool.
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RiversideRnR Riverfront Cabins

1 site · Lodging2 acres · Moncton, NB
~ RiversideRnR ~ Private Riverfront Cabins. Riverside Drive, Shediac, NB. Experience ‘Off the Grid’. A piece of paradise, close to home. Private Property on Scoudouc River 500 feet of river frontage. ________________________________________ Minutes away from Restaurants, in the beautiful heart of Shediac. ________________________________________ * ~Create space~ & ~Take your time~ * ‘Escape’ from the hustle n’ bustle of life. * Slow down & Un-plug * Keep it simple; Less is more. * Catch up with family, friends & loved ones. * Find peace & reconnect with nature. DIRECT ACCESS TO: * Walking, Hiking Trails & Biking Trails * Snowshoeing Trails * Download ‘Trailforks’ App for GPS map of trail system. ‘APASOA’ Trail * Kayaking, Paddle-boarding & Canoeing on Scoudouc River. * Guests can bring personal equipment, bikes / or water-crafts (Kayaks/Canoes/PaddleBoards) * Fishing * Swimming * ATV Trails access RATES and AVAILABILITIES * 2 Cabins available * Maximum of 4 adults per Cabin * Minimum 3 nights stay * Contact for booking availabilities 1. ‘LA CABANE À JEANNE D’ARC : 159$/night *Single Beds Only* *Recommended for 2 Adults* * Solar Powered (lights and charging outlets) * Bunk beds ( single over single ) * Sectional couch opens to make a bed * Docks for docking your water toys * Screened in Gazebo * Patio * Fire Pit * Picnic tables * BBQ * Refrigerator/Freezer 1. ‘LA CABANE À YVONNE : 129$/night * Solid Bunk Beds ( Double over Double ) * Sleeps 4, Comfortably * Solar Powered ( light & charging outlets ) * Fire pit * Picnic table * Patio ____________________________________________ *Important Notices* -Cleaning fee 29$ GUESTS SHOULD BRING EVERYTHING THEY WOULD NEED OR WANT FOR A DISPERSED CAMPING TRIP, including sleeping bags or sheets, blankets & pillows. Simple essentials provided are listed below. * Salt & pepper * Cooking oil * Coffee * Toilet paper * Hand soap * Dish soap * OUTHOUSE on Site * Well Water Manual Hand Pump * Water tested & safe to drink ___________________________________________ * Not suitable for children under 10 * No Pets Allowed * Parties and events are prohibited, including open-invitation gatherings. ____________________________________________ ********* IS THIS FOR YOU ??? *********** ____________________________________________ * Are you looking for luxurious amenities, comfort and perfection, ??? * Are you a “Karen” or a “Terry” ?? * Do you require a standard toilet or shower ? * Do you require WIFI ? If you have answered yes to any of these questions, please ‘swipe left’. ____________________________________________ * Are you an outdoorsy, nature lover ? * Do you want an experience ‘off the grid’ ? If you have answered yes to the above questions, you have found your perfect match 🙂 ____________________________________________ Contact 506-962-5060 OR message for booking or inquiries. Available to Book 2023-2024 Savings offered for longer stays CHEERS !
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Ocean River RV Resort & Campground

16 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents45 acres · Tabusintac, NB
Escape to a breathtaking camping experience nestled along the serene Tabusintac River, where nature's beauty awaits. Immerse yourself in a plethora of water activities, at the pool or fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and paddle boarding - all at your fingertips. Roam through wilderness trails, keep an eye out for wildlife such as eagles, foxes, deer, moose, and the elusive fisher cats. As night falls, marvel at the magnificent starlit skies, a paradise for photography enthusiasts. Looking to tie the knot in rustic elegance? Our enchanting riverside setting is ideal for your dream wedding. Whether it's a conference, family reunion, or a special event, our indoor and outdoor spaces cater to all your needs. Let us tailor your camping getaway or event to perfection - your adventure starts here!
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MacCurdy Farm "The Getaway"

10 sites · RVs, Tents140 acres · Point La Nim, NB
Located in the beautiful community of Point La Nim, NB, Maccurdy Farm is a 140 acre family farm with beach access, four wheeler trails, wonderful walking trails in the woods, and a plethora of opportunities from photography to stargazing (minimal light pollution) to paddle boarding to a haywagon ride into the pasture to feed the cattle for a unique "Getaway" experience. Located 5mins from the local MarinaLearn more about this land:Welcome to Macurdy Farm! We are a family-friendly working farm that provides direct access to the beach!The PropertyYou will enjoy an open field with access to the beach, hiking trails, and woodlot. The property offers opportunities for activities such as biking, hiking, swimming, 4wheeling, paddle boarding, kite flying, stargazing, and all-around outdoor enjoyment! There is a private beach entrance giving access to kayakers/seadooers/fisherman/paddleboarders.The CampsiteThe site is ideal for all camping types. For tenters, there is a flat grassy area. RVs up to 42 feet are welcome, it is a pull-through site with some leveling required. There is a water hookup and generators are welcome. There is a picnic table and WIFI available. Pets on leash are welcome. Fires are permitted (when there are no fire bans in effect). Please note, there are no restroom facilities available, bring your camping toilet and pack it out.
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Forest camping in New Brunswick guide

Overview

Having flown under the radar for quite some time, New Brunsick is one of Canada’s most intriguing spots, sandwiched between Maine in the United States to the west and the Atlantic Ocean to the east. Evidence of Acadian and First Nations cultures is everywhere, from food to historical sites, and the famed Bay of Fundy offers sandy beaches and coastlines forged by the world’s highest tides. The towns of Saint John, Fredericton, and Moncton serve as gateways to expansive national and provincial parks, meaning that New Brunswick campgrounds and RV parks make for great spots to stay the night as you get out into nature. Though most campers visit in summer for warmth or fall as the leaves change, cold-weather activities and snowy glamping opportunities in chalets are winter draws.

Eastern Fundy Shore

The Bay of Fundy is known for having the highest tides in the world—you can either walk the ocean floor when the tide is out, or kayak among the tall flowerpot rocks when it’s in. The waterfront town of Alma serves as the gateway to Fundy National Park, a New Brunswick must-see with two dozen waterfalls, countless hiking trails, and even a swimming pool and golf course. Park camping options include front-country and backcountry campsites, yurts, cabins, and RV camping with hookups.

Moncton and Kouchibouguac National Park

From Moncton, you can access the white sands at Parlee Beach Provincial Park, the town of Shediac (the self-proclaimed lobster capital of the world, complete with massive, climbable lobster at the town entrance), and a handful of RV resort parks. Drive up the eastern coast to explore sand dunes, salt marshes, and forest trails in Kouchibouguac National Park, a Canadian Dark Sky Preserve.

Saint John and the Bay of Fundy

Set on the Bay of Fundy and easily accessed from the U.S. border, the former industrial town of Saint John is the most well-known in New Brunswick. It’d be hard to visit the province without a stop in at the breweries and boutiques here, but the port city is also surrounded by nature and opportunities for beach camping and RV stays. RV and tent camping can be found right in Saint John, while oceanfront campgrounds dot the nearby resort town of Saint Andrews.

Northern New Brunswick

The sparsely populated northern part of New Brunswick is known for remote camping and hiking opportunities. Climb the province's highest peaks and get treated to a view of 10 million trees in Mount Carleton Provincial Park, or head east to Caraquet, the heart of Acadian New Brunswick, to gorge on traditional foods and immerse yourself in the unique culture.

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