86% (10) • 11 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Bar Harbor
Ferncrest Acadia
1. Ferncrest Acadia
96%
(23)
23mi from Bar Harbor · 8 sites · Tents, Lodging
Nestled in the coastal pines of Sedgwick, Maine, experience luxury, campfires, blueberry picking and the salty air just outside of Acadia National Park. Just 50 minutes from Bar Harbor and the iconic cliffs of Acadia, our Sedgwick location blends the raw beauty of coastal Maine with the comfort of modern glamping. Whether you’re hiking Cadillac Mountain at sunrise or savoring fresh lobster rolls in town, your dome is the perfect basecamp for adventure and relaxation.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$60
/ night
Bold Coast Base Camp
2. Bold Coast Base Camp
48mi from Bar Harbor · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Bold Coast Basecamp | Downeast Maine
At Bold Coast Basecamp, we’re not just a place to pitch a tent — we’re the launchpad for your adventures! Located on the East Machias River in Downeast Maine, we’re perfectly positioned between rivers and lakes, forests and blueberry barrens, incredible trails and beaches, and the Atlantic Ocean. With so many choices just minutes away, you can play hard all day and rest well under starry skies to the sounds of loons and owls nearby.
Campsites:
• Private Riverside Site – Includes an 8’ picnic table and fire ring. Accommodates up to three tents, great for families.
• Additional Tent Sites – Three basic sites a short walk from the river.
Amenities:
• Potable water, porta-potty, and hot shower (available to all)
• Hot tub (extra fee, subject to availability)
• Communal fire pit, seating areas, clothesline, and lawn games
• Friendly hosts on-site for tips or conversation (as much or as little as you like)
Things to Do Nearby:
• Explore charming villages and local breweries
• Hike dramatic cliffside trails with ocean views
• Paddle down rapids or up to waterfalls
• Bike 90+ miles of the Sunrise Trail
• Relax at Roque Bluffs State Park
• Take a boat trip to see puffins and lighthouses
Anchor here at Bold Coast Basecamp while you set off on your explorations of this wild and wonderful coast — away from the crowds, and surrounded by nature.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$40
/ night
Feild View Paradise Campground
3. Feild View Paradise Campground
77%
(11)
40mi from Bar Harbor · 1 site · Tent, RV
Exceptional Private Camping
Winterport Maine
Easy Coastal, and city access - to the south both sides of the Penobscot Bay, via various bridges. To the north Bangor for everything you need.
Privacy and the ability to make the site your own. We allow guests to build decks, gardens and have sheds on their lot.
Setup for the year - We permit year round camping for those who enjoy hunting and other late season activities.
Open year-round / Winter Rates available
Pets Welcome
Close to City and the Coast (15 min)
50 and 20 amp power sites available
Up to 50’ Camper sites
Wonderful stars! Great sunsets.
Picturesque stream on property
Thousands of fireflies in the field.
ATV trails, Boating, Hiking, Coast and City
Camp with easy access to Maine’s best!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$40
/ night
Arbor Camp Acadia Cabins/Treehouses
4. Arbor Camp Acadia Cabins/Treehouses
17mi from Bar Harbor · 3 sites · Lodging
Arbor Camp is a collection of thoughtfully designed cabins and treehouses set on 30 private acres in the Maine woods offering a secluded forest retreat on the Union River—private and peaceful, yet just minutes from the shops, restaurants, and year-round charm of downtown Ellsworth. Located 30 minutes north of Acadia National Park, it’s an ideal base for exploring the mountains, woods, lakes, and rugged shoreline that define Downeast Maine.
With nearly half a mile of river frontage, a stream, and over a mile of hand-cut walking trails, Arbor Camp’s thirty acres provide ample space to unwind without leaving the grounds. Two cabins and a treehouse sit in an open field with wide views of the river and its passing wildlife. The remaining treehouses are thoughtfully spaced across 25 acres of quiet forest, offering privacy and a sense of deep immersion in the trees. Many enjoy filtered river views through the canopy.
Each season brings its own pleasures: temperate summer days and cool, starlit evenings; fall foliage and crisp air; the stillness of snow-covered woods in winter; and, in spring, a quiet reawakening as color and life return to the forest.
Arbor Camp began in 2022, when three friends came together to build a quiet place in the woods. Thirty acres along the Union River in Ellsworth offered the space—and the inspiration—for something lasting. The project was shaped by Maine’s camp tradition: simple, seasonal dwellings that invite stillness, comfort, and connection to the land.
We followed the path of an old roadbed to guide our layout, preserving as many trees as possible. Cabins and treehouses are spaced for privacy and quiet, and walking trails were cut by hand to follow the natural shape of the land.
Wildlife is part of daily life here. Songbirds call from the canopy. Heron and eagles pass overhead. Deer move through the understory, and turkeys wander the clearings. Mushrooms—chanterelles, black trumpets, and others—rise through the forest floor in season.
From the start, the idea was simple: to create a place that feels good to step into. Each of us brought different experiences—design, building, creative work—but shared a clear vision: spaces that are well made, deeply comfortable, and in tune with their surroundings.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$400
/ night
86% (10) • 11 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Bar Harbor
Ferncrest Acadia
1. Ferncrest Acadia
96%
(23)
23mi from Bar Harbor · 8 sites · Tents, Lodging
Nestled in the coastal pines of Sedgwick, Maine, experience luxury, campfires, blueberry picking and the salty air just outside of Acadia National Park. Just 50 minutes from Bar Harbor and the iconic cliffs of Acadia, our Sedgwick location blends the raw beauty of coastal Maine with the comfort of modern glamping. Whether you’re hiking Cadillac Mountain at sunrise or savoring fresh lobster rolls in town, your dome is the perfect basecamp for adventure and relaxation.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$60
/ night
Bold Coast Base Camp
2. Bold Coast Base Camp
48mi from Bar Harbor · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Bold Coast Basecamp | Downeast Maine
At Bold Coast Basecamp, we’re not just a place to pitch a tent — we’re the launchpad for your adventures! Located on the East Machias River in Downeast Maine, we’re perfectly positioned between rivers and lakes, forests and blueberry barrens, incredible trails and beaches, and the Atlantic Ocean. With so many choices just minutes away, you can play hard all day and rest well under starry skies to the sounds of loons and owls nearby.
Campsites:
• Private Riverside Site – Includes an 8’ picnic table and fire ring. Accommodates up to three tents, great for families.
• Additional Tent Sites – Three basic sites a short walk from the river.
Amenities:
• Potable water, porta-potty, and hot shower (available to all)
• Hot tub (extra fee, subject to availability)
• Communal fire pit, seating areas, clothesline, and lawn games
• Friendly hosts on-site for tips or conversation (as much or as little as you like)
Things to Do Nearby:
• Explore charming villages and local breweries
• Hike dramatic cliffside trails with ocean views
• Paddle down rapids or up to waterfalls
• Bike 90+ miles of the Sunrise Trail
• Relax at Roque Bluffs State Park
• Take a boat trip to see puffins and lighthouses
Anchor here at Bold Coast Basecamp while you set off on your explorations of this wild and wonderful coast — away from the crowds, and surrounded by nature.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$40
/ night
Feild View Paradise Campground
3. Feild View Paradise Campground
77%
(11)
40mi from Bar Harbor · 1 site · Tent, RV
Exceptional Private Camping
Winterport Maine
Easy Coastal, and city access - to the south both sides of the Penobscot Bay, via various bridges. To the north Bangor for everything you need.
Privacy and the ability to make the site your own. We allow guests to build decks, gardens and have sheds on their lot.
Setup for the year - We permit year round camping for those who enjoy hunting and other late season activities.
Open year-round / Winter Rates available
Pets Welcome
Close to City and the Coast (15 min)
50 and 20 amp power sites available
Up to 50’ Camper sites
Wonderful stars! Great sunsets.
Picturesque stream on property
Thousands of fireflies in the field.
ATV trails, Boating, Hiking, Coast and City
Camp with easy access to Maine’s best!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$40
/ night
Arbor Camp Acadia Cabins/Treehouses
4. Arbor Camp Acadia Cabins/Treehouses
17mi from Bar Harbor · 3 sites · Lodging
Arbor Camp is a collection of thoughtfully designed cabins and treehouses set on 30 private acres in the Maine woods offering a secluded forest retreat on the Union River—private and peaceful, yet just minutes from the shops, restaurants, and year-round charm of downtown Ellsworth. Located 30 minutes north of Acadia National Park, it’s an ideal base for exploring the mountains, woods, lakes, and rugged shoreline that define Downeast Maine.
With nearly half a mile of river frontage, a stream, and over a mile of hand-cut walking trails, Arbor Camp’s thirty acres provide ample space to unwind without leaving the grounds. Two cabins and a treehouse sit in an open field with wide views of the river and its passing wildlife. The remaining treehouses are thoughtfully spaced across 25 acres of quiet forest, offering privacy and a sense of deep immersion in the trees. Many enjoy filtered river views through the canopy.
Each season brings its own pleasures: temperate summer days and cool, starlit evenings; fall foliage and crisp air; the stillness of snow-covered woods in winter; and, in spring, a quiet reawakening as color and life return to the forest.
Arbor Camp began in 2022, when three friends came together to build a quiet place in the woods. Thirty acres along the Union River in Ellsworth offered the space—and the inspiration—for something lasting. The project was shaped by Maine’s camp tradition: simple, seasonal dwellings that invite stillness, comfort, and connection to the land.
We followed the path of an old roadbed to guide our layout, preserving as many trees as possible. Cabins and treehouses are spaced for privacy and quiet, and walking trails were cut by hand to follow the natural shape of the land.
Wildlife is part of daily life here. Songbirds call from the canopy. Heron and eagles pass overhead. Deer move through the understory, and turkeys wander the clearings. Mushrooms—chanterelles, black trumpets, and others—rise through the forest floor in season.
From the start, the idea was simple: to create a place that feels good to step into. Each of us brought different experiences—design, building, creative work—but shared a clear vision: spaces that are well made, deeply comfortable, and in tune with their surroundings.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$400
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Piper
October 2025
14 ft travel trailer
A very simple but perfect spot! Communications were great. Directions were perfect. And we slept like babies!
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Tanner and Kristina
October 2025
19 ft campervan
The site itself is right by the road, that seems to be used fairly regularly.
The outhouse is pretty good, kept clean. It gets the job done when you need it, haha.
There was a little bit of grass to walk our dog, though if we went into the semi wooded area we got multiple ticks on us (I know it was definitely season for them though), so we tried not to do that.
The site was level, though the power and grey water disposal were a little confusing to figure out. William was definitely nice and helpful in getting them figured out.
We had a lot of errands in the area, so it was a great place to park and sleep, but that’s about what I’d recommend it for, personally. It was very quick and easy access into Bangor.
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Glenda
July 2025
Tent
We loved the camping spot.....it was perfect and in a great location. The portapot was the nicest and cleanest one we have ever seen. Highly recommend this Hipcamp ❤️
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Ryan
June 2025
Tent
Great spot for camping, easy to locate and well maintained!
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Nick
May 2025
Tent
The perfect spot if you’re on a hunting trip with your buddies like we were. Our host William was always available when we needed him. The site has everything you need, electric, a bathroom, WiFi and potable water as well as garbage bins for your trash. Easy check in and out process we’ll definitely be keeping this site in our back pocket for future trips to Maine!
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