Camping near Saint John with wildlife watching

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

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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Beautiful Bay of Fundy Hipcamp

20 sites · RVs32 acres · Middleton, NS
Learn more about this land:The Beautiful Bay of Fundy Hip Camp is on an Off Grid Property! Privacy! Free from city noises! lots of fun & relaxing Adventures hiking, walk along the Beach from Cape&Sands or The Warf , biking, 4 wheeling the trails to the lakes for swimming and kayaking ( maps of trails will be provided), great place for Star gazing! While listening to the sounds of the ocean waves in the background. Beautiful Sunsets! We are just mins Port George Warf for Seal watching! Enjoy the serenity of nature all around you! You'll see deers running through the Hipcamp :) We are 10 mins from middleton 1 1/2 from. Halifax Due to Covid we've been locked up way too long! Get Outside and Be Happy! Hope to see you soon ! Angela
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Dream Seed Farm

4 sites · RVs, Tents18 acres · Jemseg, NB
My dream has always been to have a farm to share all the beautiful abundance of life and lots of space to play. I am an avid gardner, so that's a big bonus to enjoy fresh veggies while staying here. Our new addition is a yurt with double bed, and table for enjoying meals to make camping easy. 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 more cozy place. HUGS fund my world travels and humanitarian projects, teaching many people how to make hammocks. You can learn to sew your own hammock 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. We also own an off-grid camping area 45 minutes south and have made a hiking trail to an epic location which I have been developing for climbing over 10 years. Kayaks and fat bikes to rent... we can fill a week with outdoor activities and make memories you'll never forget. 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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Shannon’s Farm

4 sites · RVs, Tents200 acres · Shannon, NB
NOTE TO ALL HIPCAMPERS: If you message us through hipcamp messaging please know we are not online often but want to ensure we will always have a place for you to spend the night guaranteed or your night is free. About Us If you are looking to disconnect from the insanity which has consumed our world come visit our farmstead. Turn off your devices and embrace nature the way nature was intended to be, balanced harmony. The property is conveniently located in rural New Brunswick and is within a 1 hour drive of 3 major cities including the Fundy Coast. Nestled by rolling hills of natural fields and flowers surrounded by forested trails perfect for hiking or taking a casually walk-about surrounded by nature. Star gazing is spectacular here as we have almost zero light interference from any surrounding properties and the skyline is as good as being in the prairies. We are a 10 minute drive to Belyea’s Cove and Crafts Cove which are perfect for boat launching and swimming. The Albright brook which runs through the property provides many wonderful sit-spots to relax and meditate. If fishing is something you like to do trout can be caught throughout the season directly from the brook. There are two water-falls within a 5 minute car ride and a fully stocked country store 15 minutes away located in Cambridge-Narrows with beer, spirits and wine. There are also country style restaurants which serve roadhouse style foods 20 minutes from our property. ******Optional Guest Activities and Excursions****** Spiritual Activities: *Meditation *Energy Healing *Honey Bee Energy Healing (this is an off site excursion) *Yoga *Sacred Drumming (these bookings must be done in advance, pricing based on availability) Free Events ******Homesteading 101****** *Learn how to become a homesteader with hands on activities with the hosts of this hip camp. (these bookings can be done anytime and are free, warning…you might get dirty and develop sore muscles 👩‍🌾🙋‍♀️)
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Escape from Reality

1 site · Tent1 acre · Kingston Parish, NB
Learn more about this land:Enjoy an extremely unique opportunity to camp on Long Island, NB! This primitive site is on a 7-mile long island, with two nature preserves, an abundance of flora, and no vehicles, no people, just peace. For the purist. Access by water only. The site is located on Long Island near Saint John, New Brunswick. Long Island in the Kennebecasis River was once a thriving farming settlement. Now it's a mecca for hikers!  Find out more about Long Island by reading more here.
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Angela’s hygge headquarters

1 site · Lodging2 acres · Morrisdale, NB
Set in the countryside along the Saint John river , my property is an elevated area with commanding views of the river ,Beautiful garden and grassy field surrounded by trees . I have a small 10x12 insulated bunkie , two single beds , electricity, no running water . The bunkie has many comfort amenities.
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Fundy Forest Getaway

1 site · Lodging1 acre · Little Lepreau, NB
Our waterfront property is very private. Surrounded by trees and a beautiful view of Maces Bay. New River Beach is a 10 minute drive, where you can walk the beautiful sandy beach or the hiking trails. St. Andrews is a 40 minute drive and Saint John is 30 minutes. Campfire wood is available to purchase. Our single campground is complete with a 31 foot camper. It included two bedrooms, a full washroom, kitchen, outdoor shower and outdoor furniture with fireplace. We also have a BBQ.
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Nature’s Ceremony

1 site · RV3 acres · Digby, NS
Learn more about this land:This space has a small creek running through it at the edge of the property, creating a beautiful calming. The grassy field around is flanked by the ocean and soft hills and forest. This is a pull-in RV site that can accommodate RVs up to 34 feet in length. There are no restrooms onsite so RVs must be self-contained.St. Mary’s Bay is home to many whales and often feed their young here(seasonally). Close to Digby, this is a lovely place to be. Enjoy, love, and please please leave no trace.
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Grape Galore

2 sites · RVs20 acres · Blissville, NB
If you are looking for a place in the woods this is for you. We are on 20 acres of trees and water. Tucked back from the road you will find 1 acre of wine grapes in an open area of the field, follow that to the end and there is a water fall to view. Some of the land is trailed for walking or if you prefer to bring an ATV the trails are great, also close to the groomed ATV trails with QUAD NB This is truly a place to get in touch with nature
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The MareGold Centre

3 sites · Lodging30 acres · Digby, NS
Perched on 200ft cliff of coastline the MareGold Centre is a place to enjoy nature, education, wellness and the arts. Our cabins offer different levels of getaways from off-grid simple tiny cabins to larger cabins with kitchen and full bathrooms. Most importantly, guests come for a quiet, peaceful and restful stay. Within the 30 acres there are herbal gardens, maple forest, a pond, fields, trails and the best sunset in Nova Scotia. The entire property is non-smoking.
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Camping with Lake and River-view

2 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Queenstown, NB
Learn more about this land:Small farm on 40 acres of land, water-view of the Otnobog lake, pond and the St John river just behind it. Access to fresh eggs and self-serve spring water daily. Mostly wooded acreage, lots of hiking throughout the property and local area. With an abundance of wildlife. - 10 minutes to the Village of Gagetown - weekly markets on Sunday, marina, boat launch with free parking and ferry to Jempseg - 30 minutes to Oromocto & 45 minutes to Fredericton - 2 minutes to the Queenstown Warf where you can fish, swim, put in a boat or canoe - 10 minutes to Mooney's Falls - 0.8km out and back located in Hampstead. Easy level - 15 minutes to the Evandale Ferry and Resort where you can enjoy some swimming, eating, drinking, and hiking Camping is flexible, access to fields or woods for more private camping. Spring water is accessed at the front of property.
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Planning a camping trip near Saint John, New Brunswick? If you're a wildlife enthusiast, we've got you covered! With over 330 options in the area that cater to wildlife watching, Hipcamp has the perfect accommodations for you. Whether you prefer pitching a tent or parking your RV, we have a wide range of campsites to choose from. Looking for recommendations? Check out the top-rated campsites like Elmer's Cove (158 reviews), Oceanside Camping @ Smithereen Farm (70 reviews), and Mouth of the Magaguadavic Camping (37 reviews). With popular amenities like potable water, campfires, and showers, and activities like fishing, wildlife watching, and whitewater paddling, your camping experience will be unforgettable. Plus, with an average price per night of $35 and options as low as $19, you can enjoy the great outdoors without breaking the bank. Happy camping!

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