The best beach camping in Maine

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From sandy beaches to rocky shoreline, Maine beach camping is a must-try experience. In southern Maine, beaches near Portland, Kennebunkport, Ogunquit, and Old Orchard Beach offer some of the best sandy stretches and oceanfront campsites in the state, many near the borders of New Hampshire and Massachusetts. Further north, Freeport and Camden have campgrounds and RV parks with full hookups and oceanfront tent sites. Head to the Downeast region to camp near Acadia National Park and take advantage of hiking trails featuring lighthouses, ocean views, and tidal pools while still being close to Bar Harbor. Not ready to be rustic? Many Maine campgrounds and RV parks offer amenities such as full hookups, wifi, dump stations, camp stores, and bathhouses. So whether it's a night in a pop-up or glamping in a yurt, beach camping makes for a totally unique camping trip in coastal Maine.

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Top-rated campgrounds in Maine

Wild Soul Serenity Campground

1. Wild Soul Serenity Campground

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Waltham, ME · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Starting Oct 13th the camp will remain open with a big discount. Enjoy Fall colors and cool air. Amenities will be limited, bathrooms will be converted to waste bags only, bell tents will be put away. Bring your tent and enjoy the end of the season. Founded in 2024, Wild Soul Serenity (WSS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to helping others heal, reconnect, and thrive through the restorative power of nature and holistic wellness. Our mission is to create a sustainable sanctuary for Veterans, First Responders, creatives, and the broader community to experience mental, emotional, and spiritual renewal. WSS was born from a desire to serve and support others while building a sustainable, passive residual income model that reinvests into the land and the people it serves. Nestled in the wilderness near Acadia National Park, our off-the-grid campground merges rustic camping on a lake. If available we offer massage therapy, yoga, energy work, and bodywork, (to name a few) in three ways: 1. When campers request private sessions during their stay. 2. When wellness professionals host ongoing services onsite. 3. During WSS-hosted events that feature healing arts practitioners. Our event space will be available for rental and collaboration with local businesses, nonprofits, and community groups—so long as their purpose aligns with our values: promoting wellness, building connection, and supporting mental health through holistic means and nature's tranquility. Each year we expand on this campground until it's full vision is a reality. For 2026 we have a few campsites, some have platforms, some without. The plan this year is to add a cabin, woodshed, bathroom and work on the trail system. Each campsite has a buffer of vegetation with the lake as a view, a fire pit and space to have more than one tent. There will be a waste bag toilet. No running water, not much cell service, no electricity. Park at the main road and bring your camping items into the woods. Your site will be labeled. Trash in, trash out. Firewood for sale, camping gear for rent. Canoe and walk the beach (if low levels). Dog friendly: must be friendly, on a leash and please be mindful of dogs digging. Here we value the land, it's sanctuary and soil erosion prevention along the shoreline. Friends and Family Market on rte 1A is the closest resupply.
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Searenity Beachfront Land Off Grid

2. Searenity Beachfront Land Off Grid

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Jonesport, ME · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
Searenity Beachfront Land - Off Grid - Quietcation - Private Maine Oceanfront Seashore Beach and Forest - Waterfront Ocean Bold Coast Down East Shoreline - Pristine unspoiled - Quiet Place We have Beachfront Sites, and Beach Access Sites, part of our 22+ acre private Seaside Homestead. All Private, Secluded, Away from it all. All Searenity Guests can explore and relax, on our private 2000' Bold Coast Ocean Shoreline Beaches. Now is your chance to experience this private Oceanside retreat, on the beautiful un-developed Bold Coast shores of Jonesport Maine. A traditional heritage fishing village. All areas are NO GENERATORS and Primitive Dry Camping OFF GRID - BYOEI ( Bring your own EVERYTHING in ) - BYOEO ( Bring your own EVERYTHING out ) ALL wastes from guests and pets MUST be taken away by guests. You will need to be self contained. No Burying or Burning Waste. There are NO amenities here. NO CHILDREN UNDER 12 and NO GENERATORS at all. We would like to share the beauty, and experience of this spectacular one of a kind truly special place with others. All of our pictures are from Our Land where you stay ! It is an amazing destination ! All areas have private stone fire ring. Here you can watch Dramatic sunrises, sunsets, picturesque shoreline and fishing boat views, and Dark Night skies for ultimate moon and star gazing. There are seemingly endless Hiking and Day trips possible Supplies, Groceries, Hardware, Gas, Diesel, Propane, and eating out options, are in town. Searenity is off-grid private land, with no lighting, with gravel access roads only. Access during dark hours, is difficult for new arrivals, we REQUIRE THAT GUESTS ARRIVE DURING DAYLIGHT HOURS ONLY. We have a farm, DO NOT have Cell phones. Only near computer or LAND LINE phone, a few times a day. If you need to contact us, there may be response delay. We also drive through Searenity guest area several times a day, and if you need anything you can always ask in person. Note: Also on our 22+ acre homestead, we have Searenity Private Oceanfront Cottage Lodging available. Search Searenity Cottage Jonesport on Hipcamp. Come to Searenity for a Memorable experience in the true Downeast Maine !
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Continuous Harmony Farm Camp

3. Continuous Harmony Farm Camp

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Lincolnville, ME · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Continuous Harmony Farm is located on the north side of Camden Hills State Park. When this area was originally settled, the farm was located on the "highway" from Camden to seasonal pastures in Lincolnville. The trails leading to the park still go by the old foundations that dotted the old Government Road from Camden. The farm has 46 acres of flowing pasture, hardwood forest and flower and vegetable gardens. At the heart of the property is a large farm pond that has been used to water livestock for generations. We hope you can visit us soon! Our farm abuts Camden Hills State Park, offering dozens of miles of trails for hiking and biking. Farm activities include looking after our flock of Katahdin sheep, laying hens, bee hives and vegetable and flower gardens. Activities nearby include rock climbing, boating, horseback riding, paddle boarding and swimming.Learn more about this land:Continuous Harmony Farm Campsite is located under a great old white ash tree beside a large farm pond on 46 acres of sheep meadow, forest and fields. Our farm abuts Camden Hills State Park, offering dozens of miles of trails for hiking and biking. Farm activities include looking after our flock of Katahdin sheep, laying hens, bee hives and vegetable and flower gardens. Activities nearby include rock climbing, boating,, horseback riding, paddle boarding and swimming.
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Camden Hills State Park

4. Camden Hills State Park

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State park in Maine · 107 sites
Discover the scenic vistas and outdoor adventures at Camden Hills State Park.
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Cobscook Bay State Park

5. Cobscook Bay State Park

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(7)
State park in Maine · 127 sites
Discover Cobscook Bay State Park's tidal beauty and diverse wildlife.
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The Point

6. The Point

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Gouldsboro, ME · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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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Maine Wild Blueberry Bliss

7. Maine Wild Blueberry Bliss

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Penobscot, ME · 7 sites · Tents, RVs
Come explore real Maine away from the crowds of Mount Desert Island/Acadia National Park/Bar Harbor at our sites at Wildberry Farm (Penobscot), Blueberry Fields Forever (Blue Hill) or Quiet Cove (Stonington)! Ask the host for tons of local recommendations, including best places to swim, hike, eat, or even have a super local experience and hop the Mail Boat out to Isle au Haut (out of Stonington Harbor 30+min drive) and explore the beautiful trails and beaches of an even more remote island off the Maine coast!
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Magnificent View Blueberry Hilltop

8. Magnificent View Blueberry Hilltop

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Union, ME · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Natural wild blueberry field, just as it has been for eons. 270 degree view of hills, fields, lakes and Mountains. Solitude, yet only 15 mins to Camden and Rockland. ECOTOURISM - As seen in the May 2021 issue of MAINE the Magazine! Camp, Hike, take Photos and Pick Wild Maine Blueberries! Private quiet SINGLE SPOT on a lovely hilltop wild blueberry field with stunning 270 degree views! Solitude without being remote, 2 miles from Rt 17 (past Union Country Club 9 hole golf course). 3 miles from downtown Union (featuring 3 Convenience stores, 1 Grocery store, 2 Banks with ATMs, 2 Restaurants, Pizza, Gas and a Laundromat) and only 12 miles to Camden and Rockland. Good Cellular signal. Good access road for your RV. The amazing views include Owl's Head lighthouse and Matinicus island in the very far distance, sunrise over Ragged Mountain and the Camden hills. To the north the Dixmont, and Bangor areas are visible. Watch the sunset to the west over Sennebec pond and Appleton ridge. To the southwest Mt. Washington may be just visible on a clear day. 75 acres of open fields and woodlands to explore at your leisure. Among the hidden gems you might find are the original homestead foundation, a vernal brook, a distant field that is totally secluded and an oak tree with a heart! Deer, wild Turkeys, Hawks, Owls and Bald Eagles are frequent visitors. You may even stumble upon wild raspberries and blackberries, if they're in season. The small town of Union also hosts the Maine Wild Blueberry Festival. The Lobster Festival is nearby in Rockland every August. No other campers are visible from your site - so you get breathtaking beauty all for yourself - and those with you! Note: Part of the land is a working Wild Blueberry farm and as such, on rare occasions, the quiet is interrupted to care for the crop. Should that take place we will credit you with a free day's stay. Note: No Trespassing signs are posted for the farm operation - these Do Not apply to Hipcampers! Please drive past them through the open gate to the site. Pack in and pack out! The 2 dumpsters along the main road are PRIVATE and are camera monitored. The owners require a $50 fee for unauthorized use, so please don't use them without permission.
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Slippery Rock Trails LLC

9. Slippery Rock Trails LLC

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Greene, ME · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Forty five years ago, our family started assembling 400 acres of woods and fields on the banks of the beautiful Androscoggin River. We enjoy actively managing the property for wildlife habitat and tree growth. The diverse landscape includes over 1/2 a mile of river frontage, a 10 acre wildlife pond, rolling hills in the meadows and steep forested terrain with more than 10 miles of multi-use trails running throughout. Our lands have long been open to local hikers, bikers and cross country skiers, we are excited to share this beautiful property with a larger community. Scout for wildlife and birds, on our private 400 acres of forests and fields. Tire yourself by hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing, or cross country skiing the 10 miles of private trails.  Located across the river from Riverlands State Park, just minutes from Lewiston-Auburn, Bates College, local breweries and just 2 1/2 hours from Boston. Wildlife abounds both on the property and across the river at Androscoggin Riverlands State Park.Quite often, a gentle breeze off the water will offer relief from black flies and mosquitoes, but the right bug repellent is recommended especially to fend off those pesky ticks that are so common in Maine.
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Lily Bay State Park

10. Lily Bay State Park

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State park in Maine · 91 sites
Discover the scenic beauty and outdoor adventures at Lily Bay State Park.
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White Mountain National Forest

11. White Mountain National Forest

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National forest in New Hampshire · 833 sites
Find a variety of hiking trails, camping experiences, and scenic views in this New England forest.
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Lamoine State Park

12. Lamoine State Park

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State park in Maine · 64 sites
This waterfront park on Frenchman’s Bay is close to Arcadia, Bar Harbor, lighthouses, and kayaking.
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Cutler Coast Public Reserved Land

13. Cutler Coast Public Reserved Land

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Park in Maine · 3 sites
Discover Cutler Coast's rugged beauty and wilderness adventure.
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Yurty Expectations Conga Camp Maine

14. Yurty Expectations Conga Camp Maine

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Parsonsfield, ME · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Learn more about this land: Very quiet and relaxing adventure surrounds you.  Miles of trails, local sites hilltop views, warm white sand lakes to swim. Bikes, a few kayaks for lease with lots of free trail use right out your door  Wood heated Yurt , snow shoes, ice cleats. Wood-fired hot tub YEAR-ROUND But from mid Nov. thru Mid April you'll need 4 adult priced reservations or more in your group and at least 2 nights for hot tub to be included Additional Hot tub useage criteria Just some add on extras available on request ahead of your stay. Hot tub use With 2 persons and a 2 night stay -additional fee $115 . Hot tub for 3 people and again 2 night stay additional $85 This property is one large Yurt can easily fit up to 7 adults or more if children or teen group. 1 night stay Base Cost includes 2 people, However, additional fees of $25 per person per night beyond the base of 2 people. The last two weekends just prior to Halloween a large regional organization turns an old academy into a 25 room Haunted House..called The Haunting there is a fee and only 5 minutes away. We've been to it a number of times it is great
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Four Acre Woods Island Campground

15. Four Acre Woods Island Campground

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Deer Isle, ME · 15 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Tucked among spruce, fir, and birch on Sunshine Island in Deer Isle–Stonington, Four Acre Woods began more than 60 years ago as a small, family-run campground known as Sunshine Campground. Travelers from across the world visited this quiet island forest, drawn to its raw beauty and the peaceful energy that generations before us had loved and cared for. The campground eventually closed in the 1990s and sat untouched for over 15 years—its trails, clearings, and old campsites slowly reclaimed by the woods. The land waited, quietly, for someone to bring it back to life. In the years that followed, Caleb, a longtime local operator on the island, took interest in the property. Recognizing both its history and its potential to offer people a deeper experience of Deer Isle’s natural beauty, he began the process of carefully restoring and reopening the land. Working season by season, Caleb rebuilt the sites, added new infrastructure, re-established utilities, and designed a campground that honors the land’s roots while offering a comfortable, modern, and nature-forward experience for today’s guests. In July 2020, the property reopened under a new name: Four Acre Woods. Today, it blends the spirit of the original Sunshine Campground with thoughtful stewardship, simple comforts, and a deep respect for the forest that surrounds it. Visitors once again gather under the birches and spruces—sharing campfires, slow mornings, quiet nights, and the timeless island calm that makes this land so special. So— Welcome Home. Sincerely, The Caretakers of Four Acre Woods
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Moss + Tide

16. Moss + Tide

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Stockton Springs, ME · 1 site
Unplug and reconnect with nature at our rustic campsite nestled among the mossy rocks and ferns of Cape Jellison in Stockton Springs. This is a raw, off-grid campsite, so bring your own gear, bedding, lighting, water, and supplies and experience Maine’s wild beauty up close. The campsite is located just off Rocky Point Road, a quiet dead-end dirt road. The platform tent is visible from the road, but traffic is generally limited to neighbors and the occasional vehicle misdirected by GPS toward nearby Sears Island. The site includes a sturdy platform tent with a queen-size bed frame, a private portable camp toilet, and a simple camp shower bag that guests can fill with their own water. Bring your own sheets, blankets, pillows, towels, toiletries, and other camping supplies. There is no electricity, torch fuel, running water, trash service, or lighting provided onsite. The toilet uses disposable waste bags. This is a Leave No Trace campsite, and campers must securely tie and pack out all used toilet bags, pet waste, trash, and personal belongings when they leave. There is no waste disposal available onsite. The campsite’s highlight is a wooded trail leading to quiet beach access on Stockton Harbor. The walk takes approximately ten minutes for most adults but may take longer with small children or while carrying supplies. The trail includes uneven ground, roots, rocks, slopes, and a set of stairs leading down to the beach. Fire Lane 3 briefly interrupts the wooded trail, so campers will cross the lane before continuing toward the water. At the bottom of the beach stairs, you’ll find a second fire ring that is perfect for an evening drink or early morning coffee. Search the shoreline for Maine sea glass, watch for eagles and deer, or enjoy views across Stockton Harbor. The nearby Stockton Harbor Yacht Club offers a full-service bar and restaurant on the water, along with kayak and canoe rentals when available. Nearby attractions include: Fort Point State Park and Lighthouse: 5 minutes Fort Knox and the Penobscot Narrows Observatory: 10 minutes Bucksport Waterfront: 15 minutes Downtown Belfast: 20 minutes Bangor: 45 minutes Acadia National Park: approximately 1-1.5 hours depending on traffic Things to know: Bring all bedding, lighting, drinking water, firewood, toiletries, and camping supplies. No electricity, running water, hookups, trash service, or conventional bathroom facilities are available. Used toilet bags and all other waste must be securely packed out. Campfires are allowed only in the designated fire rings and are subject to local fire restrictions. The terrain is wooded, uneven, and rugged in places. Wildlife is abundant, so food and trash must be stored securely. The site is best suited to experienced campers who are comfortable with a true off-grid, pack-in and pack-out experience. Come prepared for a simple coastal adventure and leave with salty skin, sea glass, and beautiful memories.
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Hole in the Wall Camping

17. Hole in the Wall Camping

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Strong, ME · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
We purchased this land a few years ago when our neighbors decided to sell. It abuts our property They used it as a place for their family to gather and camp on during Maine wonderful summer season. It is a beautiful, quiet spot with a great view and a small pond. Hipcamp lets us share this spot and helps pay our property taxes. We are located in the western mountains of Maine in a summer community on Porter Lake. There is a beautiful view of New Vineyard mountain from our 3 acre field. We are going through some growing pains. We currently have no hookups available. We have added a bath house with hot showers which will soon be up and running. The camp sites have been relocated deeper into our property. A loop road behind our private pond provides the access. We will be adding power and water to all our sites as soon as possible. The camping area is fairly private from our neighbors along the road. The site has a small private pond surrounded by trees you can sit and relax near. You can (walk/bike/drive) the 1/4 mile down the dirt road to the public beach. The beach has a public dock, boat ramp, swim float, picnic tables and grills. Paddle out to the island and try the rope swing with one of our kayaks or canoes. Be sure to check out the bald eagles that live in the white pine tree just a little farther down the island. You will hear the loons during your stay and possibly see a mother with her babies on her back. There are also ducks and ducklings and geese with gosling paddling about the lake. The state stocks the lake with trout, splake, and salmon if you like to fish. There is plenty to do right here!
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Lake Auburn Community Forest

18. Lake Auburn Community Forest

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ME · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Nestled against 200 acres of protected watershed lands we are located directly on the original Spring Road from the 1800s. A short walk or bike southwest to the Lake Auburn Community Center and northeast to Lake Auburn's W.Spring Rd trails. Beautiful sunrises down by the water and catch the sun setting from your Hipcamp:) Learn more about this land: Miles of pedestrian trails nestled in the 300 year old West Auburn (Minot) Farm pastures and wooded forests. 50/30/20/15 amp services, water, sewer drains or dump station or Porta potty depending on which site you select. Firewood, dump station, rubbish services, internet, mail delivery, cable available for additional venmo/PPal fees.
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Birch Point Farm

19. Birch Point Farm

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Machiasport, ME · 2 sites
We welcome campers to the beautiful land where we live, a wooded 4 acres on Birch Point ~ which juts into the lively brackish water bay at the mouth of the Machias River. Your host, Tyler, is currently building his home and developing a biodynamic garden & orchard food forest. Please come for a visit and experience it in its beginnings. Amenities: - MAPLE GROVE TENT SITE. Near the entrance and driveway tucked into a grove of indigenous Maples. For your tent and sleeping arrangements. - BISON HAND-PUMP. On our 300' well that you can use for your fresh water supply. Near the entrance. - COB OVEN. Wood fired. Located behind the main house near the fire pit. - FIRE PIT. Located behind the main house near the cob oven. - SAUNA. Wood fired. Currently in construction at the Birch Point Ocean Lookout communal site. - OUTHOUSE. Located near the Sauna at the Birch Point Ocean Lookout communal site. Important** ~ Birch Point Farm is a living farm & communal sanctuary we wish to share with you. If you're looking for total privacy this may not be the place for you. If you're squeamish about off-grid living and outhouses this may not be the place for you. All amenities at Birch Point Farm are shared with the exception of your camp-site. Lately: We have transformed our outhouse to a composting toilet & added privacy curtains and a new door. We have discontinued the private use of the Birch Point Ocean Lookout site and transformed it into a communal site where Sauna & Outhouse can be found. This ensures an extra layer of privacy being that the outhouse is not located near any private site. We've made new fun signage for everything to accommodate you in case we are unavailable upon your arrival! Disclaimer for campers with dogs ~ be wary of porcupines! We supply firewood. There is a communal Fire Pit & Cob Oven near the main house & Sauna at the Ocean Lookout. We do charge an additional $20 per party to use the Sauna and/or Cob Oven. Cash/Venmo. If you have any questions, concerns, recommendations, or constructive critique, we greatly welcome your feedback; we want to be the best Hip-camper hosts we can be. We look forward to welcoming you and your close ones soon for a visit to Birch Point Farm. Thank you, Tyler ~ your host 🤠
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Bon Vent Cidery

20. Bon Vent Cidery

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Hancock, ME · 1 site
Bon Vent Cidery – Creekside Camping in Hancock, Maine Escape to a peaceful corner of Bon Vent Cidery, where you can camp beside Kilkenny Creek and enjoy a laid-back stay surrounded by nature. This private site is tucked at the back of the cidery property and offers access to a swimming hole, scenic creek views, and plenty of space to relax after a day of exploring the Maine coast. The site accommodates up to three guests and is suitable for a van, bus, or similar self-contained camping setup, with parking for one vehicle. Guests have access to a fire pit, potable water, and a flush toilet. A half bath inside the cidery may also be available upon request. Pets are welcome on leash, and there is a friendly young dog on the property. Spend your day swimming in the creek, relaxing by the water, or visiting the cidery’s tasting room. When evening arrives, gather around the fire and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Located in Hancock, the property is also within easy driving distance of Acadia National Park and other Downeast Maine attractions.
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