- Waterside Camping
The best waterside camping near Madison
95% (2.6K) • 190 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Madison
Hole in the Wall Camping
1. Hole in the Wall Camping
97%
(400)
15mi from Madison · 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 have 2 trailer sites with power and water (non potable) and an out house. The field has several fire pits and soft grassy spaces for pitching tents. 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!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$30
/ night
Hamilton Farm Getaway
2. Hamilton Farm Getaway
98%
(40)
47mi from Madison · 1 site
Denali, our farm hound, looks forward to greeting you. The sheep and chickens will also enjoy seeing you.
Our farm cabin has a great feel of being connected to nature. It is quiet, cozy and a wonderful place to watch the sunset overlooking grazing animals. The cabin has a queen bed in the downstair bedroom and another double bed in the loft. The couch in the sitting room also folds-out to a double bed for the children. We use high-quality cotton sheets, pillows and down comforters - to assure you will be cozy and feel pampered.
We provide coffee/tea service in the morning in our farm store.
The cabin does not have heat, electricity or running water. We provide numerous battery-charged lights and candles making this a is cozy, relaxing and perfect way to experience Maine farm life. An outhouse is nearby. We provide an outdoor hot-water shower.
Plan to visit our farm store where you can buy goat-milk soap, beeswax candles, organic wool pillows, sheep and goat skins and other creations made by Patti.
Loads of hiking trails are right out our door or wander down the gravel road.
Visiting the animals (sheep, chickens and, of course, Denali - the farm hound) is always a highlight for guests. Please leave your own dog at home, thank you.
Chris is a proud Mainer and natural tour guide. He will be happy to provide you with his favorite recommendations and hidden gems.
For the past eleven years, hundreds of people have enjoyed seeing the lambs, walking on our trails, and relaxing in a cell-free zone.
In the summer our cabin books every night – so we encourage you to make reservations soon. If you would like to talk over your plans, please give us a call.
Denali the hound (and we) look forward to welcoming you!
Toilets
Showers
Wifi
from
$110
/ night
Lake Auburn Community Forest
3. Lake Auburn Community Forest
98%
(87)
49mi from Madison · 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.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$30
/ night
Mount Blue State Park
4. Mount Blue State Park
State park 27mi from Madison · 136 sites
Discover the rugged beauty of Mount Blue State Park and its array of outdoor activities.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Lake St. George State Park
5. Lake St. George State Park
State park 37mi from Madison · 38 sites
Discover the serene beauty of Lake St. George State Park.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Magnificent View Blueberry Hilltop
6. Magnificent View Blueberry Hilltop
99%
(171)
50mi from Madison · 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.
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from
$99
/ night
The Gabled Farm House
7. The Gabled Farm House
93%
(7)
18mi from Madison · 1 site
This camping spot has it all. Privacy, you have the whole camp to yourself. Easy river access on the property, just a minute down the trail, miles of atv/walking trails within a few minutes walk, a full service gas station, convenient store and diner just minutes walk as well. And we're under an hour to 3 ski resorts and larger cities. About 15 minutes to a Walmart in Farmington for necessities. Bring your kids, your dogs, even your horses. Trails for 4 wheelers, horses, hikers. Fishing on property. Free access to fresh award winning water. Safe, friendly, small Maine Town.
Note if you have a super fancy camper and you're afraid of a little scratch, perhaps this Camp isn't for you.
Pets
from
$15
/ night
Bay Berry Hill with a view!
8. Bay Berry Hill with a view!
90%
(5)
49mi from Madison · 10 sites · Tents, RVs
At the top of the hill you can see the bay with trails and a moose that visits in the spring.Theres a small stream running thru the lower entrance of the property. Back in the 1800 they raised sheep and farmed the land.
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from
$38
/ night
Richardson Public Reserved Land
9. Richardson Public Reserved Land
Park 48mi from Madison · 3 sites
Discover the rugged beauty of Richardson Public Reserved Land.
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
95% (2.6K) • 190 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Madison
Hole in the Wall Camping
1. Hole in the Wall Camping
97%
(400)
15mi from Madison · 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 have 2 trailer sites with power and water (non potable) and an out house. The field has several fire pits and soft grassy spaces for pitching tents. 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!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$30
/ night
Hamilton Farm Getaway
2. Hamilton Farm Getaway
98%
(40)
47mi from Madison · 1 site
Denali, our farm hound, looks forward to greeting you. The sheep and chickens will also enjoy seeing you.
Our farm cabin has a great feel of being connected to nature. It is quiet, cozy and a wonderful place to watch the sunset overlooking grazing animals. The cabin has a queen bed in the downstair bedroom and another double bed in the loft. The couch in the sitting room also folds-out to a double bed for the children. We use high-quality cotton sheets, pillows and down comforters - to assure you will be cozy and feel pampered.
We provide coffee/tea service in the morning in our farm store.
The cabin does not have heat, electricity or running water. We provide numerous battery-charged lights and candles making this a is cozy, relaxing and perfect way to experience Maine farm life. An outhouse is nearby. We provide an outdoor hot-water shower.
Plan to visit our farm store where you can buy goat-milk soap, beeswax candles, organic wool pillows, sheep and goat skins and other creations made by Patti.
Loads of hiking trails are right out our door or wander down the gravel road.
Visiting the animals (sheep, chickens and, of course, Denali - the farm hound) is always a highlight for guests. Please leave your own dog at home, thank you.
Chris is a proud Mainer and natural tour guide. He will be happy to provide you with his favorite recommendations and hidden gems.
For the past eleven years, hundreds of people have enjoyed seeing the lambs, walking on our trails, and relaxing in a cell-free zone.
In the summer our cabin books every night – so we encourage you to make reservations soon. If you would like to talk over your plans, please give us a call.
Denali the hound (and we) look forward to welcoming you!
Toilets
Showers
Wifi
from
$110
/ night
Lake Auburn Community Forest
3. Lake Auburn Community Forest
98%
(87)
49mi from Madison · 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.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$30
/ night
Mount Blue State Park
4. Mount Blue State Park
State park 27mi from Madison · 136 sites
Discover the rugged beauty of Mount Blue State Park and its array of outdoor activities.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Lake St. George State Park
5. Lake St. George State Park
State park 37mi from Madison · 38 sites
Discover the serene beauty of Lake St. George State Park.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Magnificent View Blueberry Hilltop
6. Magnificent View Blueberry Hilltop
99%
(171)
50mi from Madison · 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.
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from
$99
/ night
The Gabled Farm House
7. The Gabled Farm House
93%
(7)
18mi from Madison · 1 site
This camping spot has it all. Privacy, you have the whole camp to yourself. Easy river access on the property, just a minute down the trail, miles of atv/walking trails within a few minutes walk, a full service gas station, convenient store and diner just minutes walk as well. And we're under an hour to 3 ski resorts and larger cities. About 15 minutes to a Walmart in Farmington for necessities. Bring your kids, your dogs, even your horses. Trails for 4 wheelers, horses, hikers. Fishing on property. Free access to fresh award winning water. Safe, friendly, small Maine Town.
Note if you have a super fancy camper and you're afraid of a little scratch, perhaps this Camp isn't for you.
Pets
from
$15
/ night
Bay Berry Hill with a view!
8. Bay Berry Hill with a view!
90%
(5)
49mi from Madison · 10 sites · Tents, RVs
At the top of the hill you can see the bay with trails and a moose that visits in the spring.Theres a small stream running thru the lower entrance of the property. Back in the 1800 they raised sheep and farmed the land.
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from
$38
/ night
Richardson Public Reserved Land
9. Richardson Public Reserved Land
Park 48mi from Madison · 3 sites
Discover the rugged beauty of Richardson Public Reserved Land.
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
Casey
October 2025
20 ft campervan
Beautiful private place with a 360 view of the mountains! Completely impressed by the stone picnic table! The turn is a bit hidden so drive very slowly — we reached the top of the mountain and had to turn around because we went too far. I think the sign is a little hidden within the bushes. Otherwise, such a lovely stay! Would return!
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Liam
October 2025
16 ft car
Awesome spot! Cheri was an excellent host and the spot is ~100ft from a creek. Pro tip: if you want to get to the main river faster, walk to the back of the meadow and down the embankment along the water. Much easier if the water is low.
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Melissa
October 2025
Tent
What a beautiful spot! Secluded with stunning views.
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Emily
September 2025
15 ft travel trailer
Loved this spot! Private and quiet. Great proximity to trails.
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Sam
September 2025
Tent
Enjoyed my stay! Arrived after dark and Tom made a point to come find me lost and show me my way. Great view of stars and short walk to the public beach. Loons and owls all night!
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Lucy
September 2025
Tent
Group trip
Beautiful sunrise and sunset. A bit tough to find a place to use the bathroom and just maybe check out the wind forecast prior to booking. A lovely get away experiencing the rise and fall of each day.
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eric
September 2025
18 ft travel trailer
Thankful for finding this lovely place and the price was in our modest budget Lots of trees and shade at our campsite. Great location for exploring the coast. Dan responded to all our questions very quickly. Thanks again Dan
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Kelsea
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Great stay! Enjoyed the field to ourselves and loved being able to watch to the beach!
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Eliza
September 2025
22 ft campervan
With pets
Amazing spot. Wonderful view evening and morning. Cant be beat. Can’t stop talking about it. Perfect way to start our trip.
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Sybille
September 2025
11 ft travel trailer
This is our most beloved spot. We love it because of its spectacular view over Maine and the absolute privacy! We have been coming for years and were never disappointed by the place or the host. Rod has always been very forthcoming, helpful and reliable. This time he even gave us a tour to the second spot that he plans to open up next year: another spot with all the privacy you could wish for and an amazing view.
If you are looking for a spot that gives you beauty and privacy but also the closeness to Camden and Rockport for getting some hustle and bustle in summer in Maine, you are at the perfect place.
We are looking forward to come back again. And we are planning to do that in October. With a camper, it doesn't matter when it gets a little cold at night, because the view is always amazing no matter the season.
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Elizabeth
August 2025
16 ft car
With pets
Huge lot all to yourself. Private access to the river with a bank to enjoy. Rough without a bathroom but there are business around and private woods so we made it work.
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Alex
August 2025
16 ft car
This is such a great spot and I'll definitely be back! Just off of Rt 4, the campsite is tucked behind a driveway and is a nice open meadow. Private enough to feel peaceful, though not "middle of the woods" – you can still hear a bit of street traffic, but nothing too noisy. The best part of this site is the direct access to Valley Brook! I enjoyed swimming and fishing, and if you walk downstream about a quarter of a mile, you'll hit the confluence with the Sandy River :)
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Susannah
August 2025
Tent
With kids
Great spot for a weekend! Tom and JP were extremely friendly and helpful. The lake is perfect and our kids spent a whole day swimming, jumping off the floating dock and playing the boats that Tom provided.
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Christian
August 2025
Tent
This site was absolutely incredible! We stayed here for one night and would definitely stay here again. We were able to pick some fresh blueberry’s in the morning. The views from the campsite are very nice but loved how the site had a table, chairs, and fire pit. Bugs were not an issue at all. We will definitely be returning in the future to camp here and explore more of the surrounding area.
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Joan
August 2025
19 ft travel trailer
Private and wonderful views! Would stay again, be mindful if it's going to be warm and sunny, you need to provide some shade for yourself!
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Karen
August 2025
13 ft travel trailer
With pets
The camping spot was exactly what we were looking for! Great spot, private, access to the water, short distance to other trails and things to explore! Our dogs enjoyed all the room to run and play !! The host really thought about all the information we would need to make our travel easy and stay enjoyable !!
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Kristen
August 2025
10 ft campervan
This is the most beautiful place I have ever camped. I watched the sun set in the west and then watched the full moon rise in the east. In the morning the mists rose from the ponds in the valley to accompany the sunrise. You have the whole place to yourself!
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Jay
August 2025
Tent
Group trip
Very memorable place. So glad we chose it!!! Pure isolation!
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Norm
August 2025
15 ft campervan
Nice spot to camp for a night. Close to a beautiful clear lake. Host was friendly and available if needed.
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Clara
August 2025
Tent
With pets
We had an amazing time here. The land is beautiful and we got to enjoy a serene sunset & sunrise. We picked lots of blueberries and appreciated that there were chairs, a fire pit, and a table provided. My partner & I agreed that it was one of the best camping spots we have been to!
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