The best ranch camping near Old Town

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Old Town’s ranch camping scene puts you right in the mix of rolling pastures, big skies, and the kind of quiet you can actually hear. With over a dozen ranch stays—most letting you bring pets, light a fire, and grab a hot shower—you’re sorted for basics. Prices start at $40 a night and average around $55, so you won’t break the bank. Fishing, snow sports, and wildlife-watching are the real draws here. Local favorites include Camping With Wolves, Acadia Area (251 reviews), where you’ll spot deer at dawn, The DownEast Maine Experience (35 reviews), and Camden Hills Equine Inn (21 reviews), where the horses are as curious as the campers. Expect open spaces and a working-ranch pace—slow down, settle in, and let the place teach you its rhythm.

86% (299) 10 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Old Town

Camden Hills Equine Inn

1. Camden Hills Equine Inn

96%
(28)
48mi from Old Town · 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!
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
from 
$45
 / night
ShadowLands Ranch

2. ShadowLands Ranch

35mi from Old Town · 5 sites · Tents, Lodging
Tranquil 70 acre horse ranch retreat in the North Maine woods. Shadowlands Ranch boasts green pastures, lush forest, walking trails, primitive camping, horseback rides, diverse nature and wildlife, and much more. The property is home to a small herd of horses made up of rescues, competition horses and wild mustangs alike. Stroll around the pond, hang a hammock beneath the hundred year old apple trees, or take a yoga class amongst the equines.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$55
 / night
Camping With Wolves, Acadia Area

3. Camping With Wolves, Acadia Area

89%
(357)
41mi from Old Town · 14 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
2/14/2026 update: Call for availability and to answer our confirmation questions. Weather/freezing conditions exist from November until early May.Daylight disappears early, gps is sketchy. Weather can be well below freezing and the outside water will likely be unavailable. 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. Unleash your imagination and camp here away from the masses The Biker’s Bunkhouse is ideal for motorcycle travelers as it shelters both the guest and the Bike/s. Always call, we can answer all questions to get you into the right site for your style of adventuring. 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 is the only way to be certain we ( at the physical property) receive your communications and 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.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from 
$45
 / night

Old Town’s ranch camping scene puts you right in the mix of rolling pastures, big skies, and the kind of quiet you can actually hear. With over a dozen ranch stays—most letting you bring pets, light a fire, and grab a hot shower—you’re sorted for basics. Prices start at $40 a night and average around $55, so you won’t break the bank. Fishing, snow sports, and wildlife-watching are the real draws here. Local favorites include Camping With Wolves, Acadia Area (251 reviews), where you’ll spot deer at dawn, The DownEast Maine Experience (35 reviews), and Camden Hills Equine Inn (21 reviews), where the horses are as curious as the campers. Expect open spaces and a working-ranch pace—slow down, settle in, and let the place teach you its rhythm.

86% (299) 10 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Old Town

Camden Hills Equine Inn

1. Camden Hills Equine Inn

96%
(28)
48mi from Old Town · 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!
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
from 
$45
 / night
ShadowLands Ranch

2. ShadowLands Ranch

35mi from Old Town · 5 sites · Tents, Lodging
Tranquil 70 acre horse ranch retreat in the North Maine woods. Shadowlands Ranch boasts green pastures, lush forest, walking trails, primitive camping, horseback rides, diverse nature and wildlife, and much more. The property is home to a small herd of horses made up of rescues, competition horses and wild mustangs alike. Stroll around the pond, hang a hammock beneath the hundred year old apple trees, or take a yoga class amongst the equines.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$55
 / night
Camping With Wolves, Acadia Area

3. Camping With Wolves, Acadia Area

89%
(357)
41mi from Old Town · 14 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
2/14/2026 update: Call for availability and to answer our confirmation questions. Weather/freezing conditions exist from November until early May.Daylight disappears early, gps is sketchy. Weather can be well below freezing and the outside water will likely be unavailable. 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. Unleash your imagination and camp here away from the masses The Biker’s Bunkhouse is ideal for motorcycle travelers as it shelters both the guest and the Bike/s. Always call, we can answer all questions to get you into the right site for your style of adventuring. 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 is the only way to be certain we ( at the physical property) receive your communications and 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.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from 
$45
 / night

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