99% (2.6K) • 54 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Machias
Sunrise Point on Molasses Pond
1. Sunrise Point on Molasses Pond
37mi from Machias · 1 site · Tent, RV
Sunrise Point on Molasses Pond (Eastbrook, Maine) is a private, waterfront Hipcamp that feels like your own little island—quiet woods, clean water, big sky, and a dock that faces due east for the kind of sunrise you’ll actually wake up for.
You’ll have exclusive use of the property: 3 secluded acres and 300’ of shoreline on Molasses Pond, with a dock, swim float, tiki bar hangout, fire barrel, picnic tables, and easy paths through the woods to multiple tenting spots. Days here are simple in the best way: swim, paddle, fish, read in a camp chair, watch eagles overhead, pick wild blueberries in July/August, and end the night around the fire under a sky full of stars.
Camping & rigs: best suited for groups of 20 or less. Set up to 5 tents total, with one dedicated 10' x 20' tent platform. Small off-grid RV/vans under 23’ are welcome. We cannot accommodate large drive-in RVs or tow-behinds.
Rustic comforts (elevated): a glamorous “glam-latrine” outhouse, plus an open-air outdoor shower and sink supplied with pond water and warmed by solar-heated hot water.
Good to know before you pack: this is an intentionally unplugged stay—no Wi-Fi and limited cell service (usually 2 bars on the dock). Bring your own linens/bedding/towels, plus any extra paper goods and camping supplies you like. Bug spray recommended.
Gear & fun: kayaks + an inflatable SUP are available; Molasses Pond is a 1,252-acre recreation-friendly pond with great swimming and fishing (salmon, brown trout, perch, bass). Jet skis are permitted on the pond. Waterfront activities are at your own risk; supervise children at all times.
Pets: dogs are welcome ($50 per pet per visit). Please keep pets under control and pick up after them.
Check-in 4:00 PM | Check-out 11:00 AM | Minimum stay: 3 nights
House rules: no smoking indoors; outdoor smoking only if butts are fully disposed of. Leave the property broom-swept. Bag all trash and place it in the receptacles near the driveway/parking area. No cutting or damaging trees/shrubs. Fires only in the provided fire barrel, never unattended, and fully extinguished.
We’re happy to help accommodate special requests or small events—just ask in advance.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
$240
/ night
Gateway To Acadia National Park
2. Gateway To Acadia National Park
100%
(4)
43mi from Machias · 1 site · Tent, RV
A full-hookup home base for your Maine camping adventures!
Our private camp location sits near the beach at Hulls Cove and offers a 50a full-hookup, high speed wifi, and is less than two miles to Acadia National Park and downtown Bar Harbor Maine!
The minimum rental period for this site is 30 days.
Campfires
Potable water
Full hookups
from
$55
/ night
Bar Harbor and Acadia Adventures
3. Bar Harbor and Acadia Adventures
43mi from Machias · 1 site
A two minute walk to the beach!
Grab your morning coffee from the historic Hulls Cove General Store, and end your day on the dock at the Chart Room restaurant with incredible views of Frenchman Bay.
Our private camp location sits near the beach at Hulls Cove and offers a 50a full-hookup, high speed wifi, and is less than one mile to Acadia National Park and downtown Bar Harbor Maine. The perfect location to setup home base for your Maine camping adventures!
The minimum rental period for this site is 30 days.
Full hookups
from
$55
/ night
99% (2.6K) • 54 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Machias
Sunrise Point on Molasses Pond
1. Sunrise Point on Molasses Pond
37mi from Machias · 1 site · Tent, RV
Sunrise Point on Molasses Pond (Eastbrook, Maine) is a private, waterfront Hipcamp that feels like your own little island—quiet woods, clean water, big sky, and a dock that faces due east for the kind of sunrise you’ll actually wake up for.
You’ll have exclusive use of the property: 3 secluded acres and 300’ of shoreline on Molasses Pond, with a dock, swim float, tiki bar hangout, fire barrel, picnic tables, and easy paths through the woods to multiple tenting spots. Days here are simple in the best way: swim, paddle, fish, read in a camp chair, watch eagles overhead, pick wild blueberries in July/August, and end the night around the fire under a sky full of stars.
Camping & rigs: best suited for groups of 20 or less. Set up to 5 tents total, with one dedicated 10' x 20' tent platform. Small off-grid RV/vans under 23’ are welcome. We cannot accommodate large drive-in RVs or tow-behinds.
Rustic comforts (elevated): a glamorous “glam-latrine” outhouse, plus an open-air outdoor shower and sink supplied with pond water and warmed by solar-heated hot water.
Good to know before you pack: this is an intentionally unplugged stay—no Wi-Fi and limited cell service (usually 2 bars on the dock). Bring your own linens/bedding/towels, plus any extra paper goods and camping supplies you like. Bug spray recommended.
Gear & fun: kayaks + an inflatable SUP are available; Molasses Pond is a 1,252-acre recreation-friendly pond with great swimming and fishing (salmon, brown trout, perch, bass). Jet skis are permitted on the pond. Waterfront activities are at your own risk; supervise children at all times.
Pets: dogs are welcome ($50 per pet per visit). Please keep pets under control and pick up after them.
Check-in 4:00 PM | Check-out 11:00 AM | Minimum stay: 3 nights
House rules: no smoking indoors; outdoor smoking only if butts are fully disposed of. Leave the property broom-swept. Bag all trash and place it in the receptacles near the driveway/parking area. No cutting or damaging trees/shrubs. Fires only in the provided fire barrel, never unattended, and fully extinguished.
We’re happy to help accommodate special requests or small events—just ask in advance.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
$240
/ night
Gateway To Acadia National Park
2. Gateway To Acadia National Park
100%
(4)
43mi from Machias · 1 site · Tent, RV
A full-hookup home base for your Maine camping adventures!
Our private camp location sits near the beach at Hulls Cove and offers a 50a full-hookup, high speed wifi, and is less than two miles to Acadia National Park and downtown Bar Harbor Maine!
The minimum rental period for this site is 30 days.
Campfires
Potable water
Full hookups
from
$55
/ night
Bar Harbor and Acadia Adventures
3. Bar Harbor and Acadia Adventures
43mi from Machias · 1 site
A two minute walk to the beach!
Grab your morning coffee from the historic Hulls Cove General Store, and end your day on the dock at the Chart Room restaurant with incredible views of Frenchman Bay.
Our private camp location sits near the beach at Hulls Cove and offers a 50a full-hookup, high speed wifi, and is less than one mile to Acadia National Park and downtown Bar Harbor Maine. The perfect location to setup home base for your Maine camping adventures!
The minimum rental period for this site is 30 days.
Full hookups
from
$55
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
Daniela
October 2025
30 ft travel trailer
With pets
I can’t say enough great things about this spot! My dog and I stayed for two and a half months and easily could have stayed twice as long.
-The location is perfect — tucked in a residential area that offers plenty of privacy and peace, yet surrounded by friendly neighbors so it never feels isolated. You’re close to everything: most Acadia trails on Mount Desert Island are within a 25-minute drive, with many even closer (10-15 minutes). Bar Harbor is just 10 minutes away, offering great restaurants, shops, boat tours, and more.
-The Wi-Fi is fast and reliable — I work remotely full-time from my rig and never had a single issue, even with constant Zoom and Teams video meetings.
-Scott, the host, is fantastic — friendly, responsive, and genuinely welcoming, with excellent local recommendations.
-It’s also a dog-friendly spot. There’s plenty of grassy space for short walks, and the lawn was mowed weekly, which I really appreciated.
-The full hookups were in excellent condition and worked perfectly. There’s even a garden hose attached to the water line for convenience.
-Parking was a breeze — the site is spacious and easy to maneuver into no matter the size of your rig. I live in a 30-foot Airstream and had no trouble backing in at all.
Overall, this was one of my favorite stays — private, convenient, well-maintained, and hosted by someone who truly cares. Highly recommend!
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Bill
August 2025
45 ft fifth wheel
With pets
Hillside Campsite South is incredibly convenient for anyone wanting access to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor! There are two sites next to each other that are spacious and level with easy access in and out. The host Scott is very helpful and quick to respond to any questions. The site itself is actually part of a hotel in Bar Harbor, so you have access to the laundry facilities and pool at the hotel. Some folks may not like that the water pressure can vary (not sure if that's dependent on if the neighbors were using water, but there were times when the pressure would drop very low) and garbage needs to be taken to a dumpster about 5 minutes away (not a big deal). Otherwise, you can walk or bike into Hull's Cove on sidewalks and even access the Carriage roads of Acadia! Highly recommend this site!
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Aubrey
November 2024
37 ft Class A
This spot is a hidden gem in Bar Harbor! I stayed up the road at Narrows Too before it closed for the season, and I enjoyed the privacy at Scott’s place much more! It’s close to everything, and he is very responsive with any questions you might have. It is very close to the carriage trails where we road our bikes very often.
You have to travel 5 min to a dumpster so that part is a little inconvenient but at least he has a spot for us to dump trash.
I will 100% be back!
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