Camping near Saint John

New Brunswick's most well-known city, Saint John offers easy access to outdoor adventure, both on the water and off.

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Mouth of the Magaguadavic Camping

41 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, was granted to American Loyalist Soldiers 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 believed 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 fall/winter moved from St Croix Island to Port-Royal in Nova Scotia (two years before the European arrival in Jamestown, Virginia, the earliest continuously occupied European settlement in the USA). 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 McKenzie brothers, 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 2 miles of shoreline and several beaches to enjoy. The property even has a 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 mid-season. 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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Dominion Hill

14 sites · Lodging60 acres · Digdeguash, NB
Our Country Inn has a variety of accommodations, lots of amenities, good food, and a passion for warm and friendly service. Located on a tidal basin with a waterfall, Dominion Hill is a historic estate developed by the publishing family that created The Saturday Evening Post and Ladies’ Home Journal. The property was completely renovated 6 years ago, and has become a favourite for travellers, weddings, families, and visitors from throughout Canada, the United States, and many other countries — in search of rest and relaxation amid nature’s beauty. Dominion Hill has a lot to offer. Soak in a hot tub, sit around a fire, play lawn & board games with the kids, enjoy our complimentary continental breakfast, share a bottle of wine, or just curl up in a chair with a book and relax. And when you are ready to explore, there is whale watching, hiking, Ministers Island, the Chocolate Museum, the Huntsman Aquarium, Kingsbrae Gardens, shops in St. Andrews, and so much more waiting for you.
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Moss Cottage Forest Glamping

1 site · Lodging60 acres · Round Hill, NS
Nestled in the Acadian Forest, Moss is a tranquil getaway. Experience bird song and owl hoots, watch wildlife come right up to your windows. Sit in the screen porch and listen to the wind in the trees, look at the stars and just breathe. Walk the meadows, visit the pond and keep your eyes open for tasty foraged treats. Inside you can enjoy a lush queen size bed, comfy seating to read a book or do a puzzle. The kitchenette is ready to make a pot of tea and light meals. Get back to nature here and enjoy the history of the Cradle of our Nation. With the historic and first town settled in Canada in 1604, Annapolis Royal is a short drive away or take your bike on the Harvest Moon Trail, the former Dominion Atlantic Canadian Rail Line, which runs along the Annapolis River. Visit Fort Anne or The Habitation at Port Royal for a step back into history. Walk through the Historic Gardens or stroll the beautiful streets of downtown Annapolis and experience food, drink and live events and the oldest farmers market in Nova Scotia. There are boat launches, and lots of lakes to swim and paddle on within 10 minutes of the cottage.
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Shannon’s Farm

4 sites · RVs, Tents200 acres · Shannon, NB
📌 NOTE TO ALL HIPCAMPERS: If you message us through Hipcamp, please know we’re not online often — we’re usually outside tending the land! Rest assured: we will always make sure you have a place to spend the night, guaranteed — or your stay is free. About Us 2024 marked our third year as a Hipcamp host, and we were overjoyed to see our bookings double! To everyone who stayed with us: thank you for sharing your time, stories, and campfires — we’ve made wonderful friends along the way. What to Expect When You Stay With Us If you’re longing to disconnect from the noise of the modern world, come visit our family-run farmstead. Switch off your devices and sink into nature’s balanced harmony — fresh air, quiet trails, and star-filled skies await. Conveniently located in rural New Brunswick, our farmstead is about an hour’s drive from three major cities and the stunning Fundy Coast. Here, rolling hills of wildflowers open into forested trails perfect for a peaceful hike or a casual wander. When the sun goes down, the star gazing is spectacular — with almost zero light pollution, our night skies rival those of the open prairies. Cool off in the summer at Belyea’s Cove or Crafts Cove, just a 10-minute drive away — both ideal for swimming and boat launching. Albright Brook runs right through the property, offering hidden sit-spots to relax, meditate, or cast a line for trout in season. Within five minutes you’ll find two waterfalls worth exploring, and just 15 minutes away, the fully stocked country store in Cambridge-Narrows has beer, wine, and spirits for your evening by the campfire. Hungry for more? Country-style restaurants serving hearty roadhouse meals are just 20 minutes from our gate. Optional Guest Activities & Excursions Spiritual Activities: 🌿 Meditation ✨ Energy Healing 🐝 Honey Bee Energy Healing (off-site excursion) 🧘 Yoga 🥁 Sacred Drumming Please book spiritual activities in advance — pricing varies by availability. Free Events & Workshops 🌱 Homesteading 101 Learn the art of homesteading with hands-on activities and projects guided by your hosts. These sessions are free and can be arranged anytime during your stay — fair warning: you might get dirty, build muscles, and leave inspired! 👩‍🌾🙋‍♀️
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Cedar Camp Ridge

1 site · Tent1 acre · Waterford, NB
We offer a premium back country camp site for your above average camping experience. The 1 Acre private lot is nestled on a ridge in the beautiful King’s County, NB the capital of historic covered bridges. This is also our private getaway which we offer to our guests. It is in continuous improvement mode so we can continue to improve your camping experience. This place is for people who appreciate nature, a quiet getaway and a place to disconnect as it is out of cellphone range. Definitely not a party site. The site is spacious and comfortable. **You must climb up the trail. It’s a 2-3 minute hike up which you will need to carry your personal camping gear up. You will find in the common area a fire pit and our clear top shelter equipped with a table and some stools. A food prep area where you will find a few kitchen items. There are three Adirondack chairs by the fire pit and two black folding chairs under the shelter. We also have a few games on site such as washer toss, ladder toss... Our outhouse is like no other. The sun letting skylight roof top provides a bright and airy comfortable space. It’s equipped with a mirror for your convenience. A pet friendly site supplied with a little dog patio and doggy zip line. This allows small dogs to roam around in security or let your large dog roam free. Cedar Camp Ridge campsite is well situated for easy access for outdoor activities to the region’s offerings such as: Sussex Bluff Hiking path, Fundy Parkway, Poley Mountain: mountain biking and skiing, Fundy Provicial Park, St Martin’s sea caves, Cap Enragé, Waterford waterfalls, there is also close access to NB ATV Trails. Centrally located between southern NB 3 largest cities. Our lot is approximately same driving time to either Moncton, St. John or Fredericton. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Nous offrons un site de Camping en arrière-pays de qualité supérieure pour votre expérience de camping supérieure à la moyenne. Le terrain privé de 1 acre est niché sur une crête dans le magnifique comté de King’s, au Nouveau-Brunswick, la capitale des ponts couverts historiques. C’est aussi notre escapade privée que nous offrons à nos clients. Il est en mode d’amélioration continue afin que nous puissions continuer à améliorer votre expérience de camping. Cet endroit est destiné aux personnes qui apprécient la nature, une escapade tranquille et un endroit pour se déconnecter, car il est hors de portée des téléphones portables et n’est certainement pas un site de fête. Le site est spacieux et confortable. **Vous devez monter le sentier. C’est une randonnée de 2-3 minutes que vous devrez transporter votre équipement de camping personnel. Vous trouverez dans l’espace commun un foyer et notre abri supérieur transparent équipé d’une table et de quelques tabourets. Une zone de préparation des aliments où vous trouverez quelques articles de cuisine. Il y a trois chaises Adirondack près du foyer et deux chaises pliantes noires sous l’abri. Nous avons également quelques jeux sur place tels que le lancer de rondelle, le lancer d’échelle... Notre toilette extérieure ne ressemble à aucune autre. Le toit de la lucarne ensoleillée offre un espace confortable et lumineux. Il est équipé d’un miroir pour votre confort. Un site acceptant les animaux de compagnie fourni avec un petit patio pour chiens et une tyrolienne pour chiens. Cela permet aux petits chiens de se promener en toute sécurité ou de laisser votre grand chien errer librement. Le camping Cedar Camp Ridge est bien situé pour un accès facile aux activités de plein air de la région telles que : sentier de randonnée de Sussex Bluff, Fundy Parkway, Poley Mountain : vélo de montagne et ski, parc provincial Fundy, grottes marines de St Martin, Cap Enragé, cascades Waterford, il y a également un accès proche aux sentiers de VTT du Nouveau-Brunswick. Situé au centre entre le sud du Nouveau-Brunswick 3 plus grandes villes. Notre terrain est à peu près le même temps de route jusqu’à Moncton, St. John ou Fredericton.
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Set right on the Bay of Fundy, the seaport city of Saint John's is the perfect stop for your next Maritime adventure. As the oldest incorporated city in all of Canada, Saint John and the surrounding area blend history, culture, and nature for both outdoor enthusiasts and history buffs. Explore the parts of the city that make up the Stonehammer UNESCO Global Geopark to see firsthand the strength of the Bay of Fundy tides (the highest in the world), hit the waterways for kayaking or boating, or head out for mountain biking in the surrounding forests. From oceanfront tent camping to glamping in a rustic cabin in the woods, Saint John is a hot spot for outdoor stays. For more inspiration and things to do in Saint John, visit Discover Saint John.