The best camping in Maine with climbing

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Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for camping adventures in the United States! If you're into climbing and looking to explore the beautiful terrain of Maine, we've got you covered. With over 498 options specifically tailored to climbers in Maine, you'll have plenty of amazing campsites to choose from. From Camps of the Pioneers with 203 rave reviews to Maine Wild Blueberry Bliss with 178 reviews and Wolves and Sounds of the Night with 132 reviews, you can trust that you'll be in good hands. And with popular amenities like trash disposal, showers, and potable water, your camping experience will be comfortable and convenient. Plus, you'll have a wide range of activities to enjoy, including whitewater paddling, wind sports, and boating. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable outdoor adventure in Maine! Prices start as low as $20 per night, with an average price of $40 per night.

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Top-rated campgrounds in Maine

The Howling Woods

1. The Howling Woods

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(273)
Southwest Harbor, ME · 3 sites · Tents, Lodging
A mystical 7 acres of mossy woods on the edge of Acadia National Park. Listen for coyotes, owls and even loons on the lake. We are just a 1.5 mile walk from the border of the Park. Just a short drive from the most popular spots. Yet even at the height of summer, it’s really peaceful here on the quiet side of the island. Sometimes called the wild side :)
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Maine Wild Blueberry Bliss

2. Maine Wild Blueberry Bliss

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(401)
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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Camp Cochran Webb River Carthage Me

3. Camp Cochran Webb River Carthage Me

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(249)
Carthage, ME · 7 sites · Tents, RVs
Beautiful campsites right on the Webb River. DO NOT USE COORDINATES PROVIDED BY HIPCAMP. Use the address provided. We are on RT 142 in CARTHAGE, ME. Pitch your tent ON the bank of the Webb River In CARTHAGE, MAINE Campsite layered with a thick bed of sawdust, a swimming hole, and a great river view/sounds. ALL sites have fire pits, picnic tables, trash cans and recycleable cans. Mt Blue State park is about 5 miles, lots of great hiking trails within 10-15 miles. New in 2026 we have 2 electrical and water hook ups.
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Camden Hills State Park

4. Camden Hills State Park

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(7)
State park in Maine · 107 sites
Discover the scenic vistas and outdoor adventures at Camden Hills State Park.
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White Mountain National Forest

5. White Mountain National Forest

97%
(87)
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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My Old Kentucky Homestead

6. My Old Kentucky Homestead

Poland, ME · 4 sites
A modest 18th-century brick Italianate shotgun-style home on a small, sustainable urban homestead, just blocks from downtown Louisville attractions, universities, hospitals, and entertainment districts. The home once served as a Sunday school space for Muhammad Ali’s boyhood church. It features a primary bedroom with a queen bed and an additional loft sleeping space. The backyard opens to natural plantings, fruit trees, and herb gardens, and also offers a fireplace for guests to enjoy.
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Magical Mountain River retreat

7. Magical Mountain River retreat

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Newry, ME · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Scars in the polished granite streambed tell the story of saw mills from the 19th century. Not far from the foundation of one of the more established farmsteads of the era, this campsite is tucked away from the road down by the rushing Bull Branch of the Sunday River. Whether you bake on the rocks after dipping, or toss a fly in a quiet pool, the river will soothe your soul. Explore endless mountains streams, trails to the Appalachian Trail, and remote dirt roads in the heart of the Mahoosucs from your secluded walk-in low impact tent site with privy. Deep swimming holes and trout fishing beckon. There are five sites in total. Hillside, Riverside and Fireside each have a picnic table, they all share a fire pit and a privy and are on the side of the road closest to the river. Main Eastside and the North site also share a fire pit and privy, Main Eastside has a picnic table, these two sites are across the street from the river which is just a short walk away. Riverside: a more secluded site and closest to the river Hillside: the smallest site available and closest to the parking area, other campers will need to access their sites by walking past this campsite Fireside: closest to the communal fire pit and privy ** Parking is available at the top of the campsite. The sites are accessed down a steeper path. Gear carts are provided. 1 vehicle is permitted per site but additional parking is available across the street. Please inquire for directions/instructions. ** Main Eastside: our largest site, suitable for a large group, closest to the privy and fire pit, has a picnic table North Site: smaller site and located in the woods, campers drive past the Main Eastside site to access, this site has a more remote feeling, there is no picnic table but campers do have access to the shared fire pit at the Main Eastside site and the privy
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Deering Acres Campground

8. Deering Acres Campground

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(100)
Brooks, ME · 13 sites · Tents, RVs
George Deering owned these acres and worked as a farmer in the early to mid 1900's, my parent's acquired the property in 1991 and it has since been passed on to me. Learn more about this land: Pitch your tent in the field or near the wood line with a beautiful view; quiet and peaceful but close to amenities, a half mile away in the Town of Brooks. There is some availability for campers; although no hook-ups!
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Happy Hippie Lane Maine

9. Happy Hippie Lane Maine

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Wiscasset, ME · 4 sites · Tents, Lodging
WELCOME to Happy Hippie Lane Maine! Get your "groove" on or hang loose here on a precious little island with a big bridge just off route one in the heart of Midcoast. Hundreds of guests report the perfect balance of upbeat fun and chill time and call our place and hospitality "magic", "amazing" and "holy guacamole!" It is a lovely spot just off the beaten path but close enough to access the frey. :) I welcome my guests personally and have likely had a chat before you booked. I like to know what your hopes and priorities are around your stay before I accept so I can meet both of our needs. When you arrive, I will greet you and share a little history/tour of the place. I accept travelers between 4 and 9 pm but like all of us schedules fluctuate and we can roll some. There's a strong chance on an average Maine clear summer evening, I have the campfire going and the solar lights around the yard are charged for their evening gentle show. All of the spaces I rent are bedrooms only. You walk a few steps/yards to my 5 bedroom home and access two showers and some kitchen use. I also have an outdoor shower and outdoor kitchen that is cute and for your use. It's fun to cook on the fire too! I prefer folks to limit cooking esp in hot weather but support healthier eating and may share some of my foraging tips. The rooms are equipped with plenty of linens and fan power. You will be cozy either way the temps go. There is a lovely porch on the log home where you can sit and enjoy the sunset and lots of wildlife activity. The back yard has tether ball and lots of seating as well as the good sized fire pit with ghosts of hundreds of fireside chats gone by. I look forward to ours! Next door there is a gravel road on a lightly traveled road for your walking or biking pleasure. I am happy to join you in a hilly roller coaster cycling experience and have a few bikes to offer up. I am a WWOOF host and have occasional "helpers" and you are welcome to explore my veggie and flower gardens. This host loves board games and crafts so is often ready to share either or both with guests. There are 150 acres around me that are wooded and pathed so your pup will love it too. Reach out soon and let's chat about your vacation and visit here. I look forward to hearing from you.
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Allagash Wilderness Waterway

10. Allagash Wilderness Waterway

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(2)
Park in Maine · 81 sites
Discover the rugged beauty of Allagash Wilderness Waterway.
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Acadia National Park

11. Acadia National Park

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National park in Maine · 239 sites
Full immersion is easy in Acadia, where rugged, coastal beauty and outdoor recreation coexist.
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Magnificent View Blueberry Hilltop

12. Magnificent View Blueberry Hilltop

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Union, ME · 2 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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Continuous Harmony Farm Camp

13. 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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Camping With Wolves, Acadia Area

14. Camping With Wolves, Acadia Area

89%
(358)
Trenton, ME · 12 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
3/26/2026 Location: approximately 3 miles to Mt Desert Island Bar Harbor Airport Approximately 15 miles to Bar Harbor and the Ferry to Nova Scotia Approximately 17 miles to Schoodic Pennisula Our Overnights and weekly sites are primarily designed for guests participating in our educational Tours and Wolf Camp/Retreats. If space is available, we will allow non tour guests to stay once approved. It is required to call for availability and to answer our confirmation questions. Freezing conditions can exist from October until May No water access until freeze is over.. Daylight disappears early during the Winter gps is sketchy. If you have adequate gear for the conditions we allow all season camping. Submitting a request does not finalize or guarantee a reservation, property approval is required. . Before you make a reservation read the description of each site. Read all of the info, and when you submit your request please include/verify the following info: Is everyone in your group at least 21?/No kids or pets with you.? What sort or camping unit.? Tent/RoofTent/RV/Hammock/Trailer./Van./ Bus etc? Calling, directly by telephone in advance is mandatory to arrange your arrival appointment.. Clarity with your request is necessary. At check out look at the “extras” section to include any pre purchases or rentals. The sounds of the night are magical here. The Biker’s Bunkhouse is ideal for motorcycle travelers as it shelters both the guest and the Bike/s. With each listing be sure to READ all the information and the rules. If you are interested in a spontaneous camping adventure, if your luggage got lost or if you just don’t want to deal with transporting camping gear we have a variety of rental equipment. Last minute reservation requests may not work via the reservation site but we may very likely have a space. Any questions, call two zero seven six six seven three two four four, calling the property is required. It is important that you also check back to your app to see if they ( hipcamp) have sent you communication pertinent to your reservation. Our Educational tours are NOT part of your camping reservation and must be done directly with the facility. Call.
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Yurty Expectations Conga Camp Maine

15. Yurty Expectations Conga Camp Maine

97%
(51)
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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Flashing Moose River Camping

16. Flashing Moose River Camping

96%
(47)
Caratunk, ME · 1 site · Tent, RV
Learn more about this land: We are set high on the piney east bank of the Kennebec River. The view is of the setting sun over the untouched hillsides on the opposite bank or the rising sun illuminating and bringing to life that same hillside while you take your first peak of morning. The river rushes by, not a house to be seen. In the distance a loon frolics and sings out it's soulful call. Bald eagles soar over head, fishing, scanning the river valley. Owls hooting in the valley, come closer in the night to see who is still up. There is an echo in the darkness, works during the day too. The stars blaze overhead in the night sky, watch "satellites" track across heavens and the Aurora Borealis, if you are lucky and still up around the camp fire. It is here in front of our camp, where The Kennebec River continues to flow but begins slowing down, stacking up depth behind the Moscow Dam and turning into Wyman Lake, 14 miles of the most scenic boating or paddling you can imagine. 200 yards north of the camp, The Appalachian Trail crosses the river, watch hikers waiting for the famous canoe ferry crossing. Or, hike a section of the trail, Pierce Pond is a healthy 2 hr hike from the camp, to a pristine pond for a remote dip or some fishing. Bring that kayak or stand up paddle board, the river is fun right here, explore for an hour, a day or days. Whitewater rafting, kayaking and canoeing are huge in West Forks, (10 minutes North up 201, watch out for deer and moose) you'll paddle The Dead, The Kennebec and the Penobscot rivers, all the major tour companies are very local and there are cool bars and restaurants. You can tube down from the Forks right to the cabin in a couple of hours. We have a big high and dry platform for your tent and the whole space all to yourselves.
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The Bird's Nest-Private Tiny House

17. The Bird's Nest-Private Tiny House

99%
(87)
New Vineyard, ME · 1 site
Our tiny house is made from recycled materials and is nestled in the woods of western Maine. There are extensive trails and wildlife. Amenities include campfire, portable cook stove, cooking utensils. potable water, wood, woodstove with glass front, and sleeping loft with fresh sheets. Close to public beach access, atv trails and scenic views.
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The cabin at White Duck Farm

18. The cabin at White Duck Farm

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(71)
Waldoboro, ME · 1 site
We built this cabin recently with siblings and a few skilled friends to make a getaway place for the extended family. Just 2 miles off Rte. One our location is quiet and perfect for exploring the midcoast of Maine - a short drive to many favorite places! The cabin is built on property adjacent to our fruit farm which is slowly building up to full production with a kiwi orchard planted, ramps seeded, and a producing strawberry hoophouse for early ripening fruit. We move our horse and pony around to different fields during the warmer months, and keep pekin ducks (the white ones) (now all in retirement!). The farm is 78+ acres with logging roads and is located on a quiet road. Food markets and some good places to eat are within 6-7 miles. There is an outdoor shower, a nice outhouse, a campstove, oil lamps etc - so it's is very old fashion yet comfortable cabin stay! Bring your own towels and maybe some candles. Plenty of board games, and maps of our local hikes and places to explore. If you come in the fall you should know that the roof is insulated but the walls are not - so layer up, bring extra blankets, and hugging the woodstove might be necessary! You'll enjoy the screened porch in all kinds of weather.
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Camden Hills Equine Inn

19. Camden Hills Equine Inn

96%
(28)
Lincolnville, ME · 2 sites
My Equine Inn was established in 2012 to welcome fellow horse enthusiasts and trail riders to enjoy the trails accessible from my property. While we do not offer rentals, we do offer guided trail rides to those bringing their own horse. Hip Camp seems to be a perfect way to expand! We're looking forward to welcoming campers who would love to have the opportunity to spend a bit of time getting to know our equine companions. Sorry, strictly BYOH (bring your own horse) for trail riding options. Very happy to help you plan your itinerary while you're here!
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Penobscot River Camp, Argyle, Maine

20. Penobscot River Camp, Argyle, Maine

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Old Town, ME · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
The River Camp is nestled, privately on 20 acres of woods along the Penobscot River. Enjoy privacy, a view of and fishing in the Penobscot River and staying in nature with wildlife. A 70 minute drive to Bar Harbor or Baxter State Park. Come see the solar eclipse. Some of the best small mouth bass fishing. Perfect for Solar Eclipse!
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