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Eagle View Coastal Campground
1 site · RV, Tent5 acres · Sullivan, ME
Come relax on this private 5 acre waterfront escape. A long driveway will open up into a cleared lot. The end of the driveway is a large crushed gravel parking pad which should easily accommodate any RV or trailer (make sure you back in, there's no room to turn around). The pad is mostly flat, but minor leveling on RV's is probably still needed. Site overlooks Flanders Bay which feeds into Mount Desert Narrows. Watch the family of 5 eagles fly back and forth across the cove and bring binoculars to watch them as they perch in nearby trees. The cove is filled with a variety of seabirds and the occasional harbor seal. You will have complete quiet as you listen to the sounds of forest and coastal life.Property is located 11 miles from Schoodic Peninsula of Acadia National park and a quick 35 miles from Bar Harbor. From May through mid November, site includes access to a HOT outdoor shower, well water, a working sink with hot water.
Water is turned off after November 15th until late spring, weather dependent.
NEW THIS YEAR- we have installed a 50/30 AMP hookup for trailers/RV's - we do charge $15 extra per night for hookups, please coordinate with us at time of booking if you will need power for your camper -
There is an electric outlet for small electronics like laptops/phones/coffee pot, site includes a campfire area, lots of open spaces to pitch a tent, and an outhouse. (Yurt access NOT included- private residence)
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Sunflower Ranch Camping
1 site · Lodging4 acres · Ellsworth, ME
Sunflower Ranch is the name of our home and property.
Not only is our cozy, modest house sunflower yellow but in August it is surrounded with sunflowers of all sizes.
We share our property with a flock of sweet hens and ducks.....and a few bossy roosters.
Eggs are available for purchase if needed. There is a little greenhouse with herbs, greens and strawberries. The field is also an apple orchard that mostly feeds the wildlife. The tent site is privately placed in our cove unseen from the house.
We wanted to offer a site that we would enjoy as well and feels like it is
in a world of its own. We spend all of our free time outside, camping and paddling the local rivers and lakes. Tommy and I can recommend many beautiful remote Maine adventures for you to experience that are located off the grid and away from all other humans.
The sweet city of Ellsworth is only 7 miles away for all of your provisions and Otis General Store is 1 mile away.. they have everything to get you through plus beer, wine, ice and homemade pizza. We can give you a pass to visit the Beech Hill Pond Beach also only 1 mile away (I walk there all the time)
which has clear water and a
sandy bottom. Great spot to spend the day sunbathing and swimming.
I can offer yoga, personal training, boxing and paddleboard lessons or SUP yoga for some onsite physical fitness fun upon request.
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16 by 12 ft A-Frame on a platform overlooking our private cove on Graham Lake. Walk through the forest trail to the Beech Hill Pond Stream and find a private little swim spot under a mini waterfall . Great fishing, loon watching, eagles and herons. Enjoy paddling and exploring right from your tent site. Bird watching bliss! Very peaceful and quiet. Canoe or 2 kayaks included.
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Hillside Gateway to Acadia/Schoodic
1 site · Lodging3 acres · Sullivan, ME
Learn about the Gateway to Acadia:
3 acres to yourself, sweeping views including a glimpse of Cadillac Mountain from across the Bay. 12x18 shelter! No electricity or water, but a cozy strong shelter. Feel free to bring your tent or stay in the cabin or both. Room for 6 on the floor. There is a small futon inside. This site is 10 miles from Acadia National Park (Schoodic side) where there are mountain bike and hiking trails. Want to swim and kayak in freshwater? Jones Pond is just a few miles away and has a public beach. Take a ferry to Bar Harbor and then retreat to the quiet side of the Bay. Hike Schoodic Mountain and take a swim at the end on Donnell Pond. Restaurants and shops are ready for you in Winter Harbor. Enjoy the sunrise trail for 4 wheelers only a few miles from the campsite. With 3 acres of clearing and 60 acres on the property to explore, you can Enjoy all that DownEast has to offer.
The site is accessible by car, has a picnic table and camp grill on the premises.
This site is a Runner-up for best sites on Hipcamp in Maine!! https://www.hipcamp.com/journal/company-news/hipcamp-awards-america-best-in-state-2024?utm_source=Iterable&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=mk_bl_e_h_ann_us_all_runnerupstatebestof2024#maine
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Northen Lights Farms
1 site · RV10 acres · Surry, ME
Enjoy the peace and privacy of our 10-acre farm surrounded by lush forests in the heart of Surry, Maine. Wander out a few miles, and find local hiking trails, beaches, and coastal Maine culture.
It's about a 40-min drive (24 miles) from our farm to Acadia National Park and 10 mins to Blue Hill, where you'll find restaurants, Bucklyn Coffee (our fave!), and cute shops and galleries.
There are ample opportunities for birdwatching, stargazing, and wildlife viewing right on the farm, or at any of the land trust locations nearby (ask Lauren for local hiking recommendations).
We're 6 miles from Surry Beach, a lovely pebble beach with a portable toilet, dumpster, and doggie poop station in the parking area. Surry Store is right down the street and has basic groceries, ice, and tasty food. Also close by is Pugnuts homemade ice cream and gelato, located a short walk from a boat launch area with more portable toilets.
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The Lonely Loon
1 site · Tent2 acres · Belfast, ME
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I live on a private lake...stunning nature...listen to owls loons and nature, quiet secluded, peaceful, rustic surrounded by 200 hundred acres...2 kayaks available for use ..free firewood, 420 friendly ..if you are looking for a private place to camp and see untouched Maine..this is it....I’m 10 minutes to beautiful Belfast Maine Penobscot bay......Stunning Camden Maine near by...lots of walking and biking trails nearby...City point nearby....
I HAVE A CARRY IN CARRY OUT POLICY…..PLEASE clean the camp before leaving …Thank you……Ginger Cazan ….The Lonely Loon……….Please be aware….I have a 3 day cancellation policy…giving you plenty of time to cancel your stay and for me to book another camper…NO ReFunds after 3 days ……Thank you!
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Maine Star Campground
8 sites · Lodging54 acres · Garland, ME
Our sites have plenty of trees, no light pollution, access to ATV and hiking trails. Each site has a fire ring, trash can, picnic table and are large. Primitve sites have a fire ring only. Cross the seasonal pond tobe away from it all. But we are still 45 minutes away from Bangor and 30 from Dover Foxcroft. Drive to Belfast to the coast for the day(1 hour and 10) or enjoy nature at our off-grid property.
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Private Yurt - Coastal Maine/Acadia
1 site · Lodging20 acres · Winter Harbor, ME
Located in idllyic Gouldsboro, Maine, this is a truly unique camping experience: a yurt set in the middle of nearly 20 acres of beautiful forest to explore, and guests will have it all to themselves.
Overview of Campsite:
Nearly 20 acre forest land available for rent by private parties looking to camp. Complex includes:
- 20 ft. yurt furnished with full size futon, a twin loft bed, and another twin sized futon
- Plenty of additonal space inside the yurt for camping cots, sleeping pads, etc.
- Additional cleared space for pitching tents
- Short trail from the campsite to Chicken Mill Pond where we have a 2-3 person canoe and two single-person kayaks available for use
- Private driveway with parking area for 2-3 cars
- Direct trail from the parking area to the main camping space
- Longer loop trail that offers a more scenic walk through the forest and eventually leads to the campsite
- Comfortable outhouse with a composting toilet
- Fire pit in the camping area
- Covered outdoor kitchen with grill and prep table
- Kitchenette inside the yurt with sink, bar, and counter space
Activities nearby:
-5 minute drive from Francis B. Woods Preserve/Frenchman Bay Conservancy, a 438 acre forest with miles of trails that sit above the Maine coastal islands. Offers unbelievable hiking trails and beautiful views of coastal Maine.
-5 minute drive to Bartlett Maine Estate Winery, Maine’s oldest winery. Option to take the canoe across Chicken Mill Pond and walk from there.
-14 minute drive to the Schoodic Marine Center, where you can take a ferry to Bar Harbor for the day and catch a ferry back. While on the boat, look for wildlife such as seals, harbor porpoise, bald eagles and other waterfowl. Arriving in Bar Harbor, enjoy shopping, restaurants and other in town activities.
-Cycle down the 29 mile Schoodic National Scenic Byway.
-17 miles to Schoodic Peninsula and the famous Schoodic Point, where you can catch amazing ocean views.
-5 minute drive to Prospect Harbor Lighthouse.
Places to eat:
The property is located a short drive from scenic Winter Harbor, which has a variety of locally owned restaurants. It's also only about a 25 minute drive to Ellsworth, which also has multiple eating options and grocery stores. Bar Harbor is only about 40 minutes from the property as well, which boasts some amazing eateries, shops, and other activities.
NOTE: This site is fully off-grid and requires walking approximately 3-4 minutes on a forest trail from the parking area to get to the site. All equipment must be hand-carried in. There is limited power and potable water. Guests should be prepared for an off-grid yurt experience. Bedding and cookware also are not provided.
ADDITIONAL NOTES: Due to uncertain weather conditions, the outdoor shower is only available for use from mid-late spring until late fall/early winter. Please reach out for additional information.
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Glamp It Up With Gert in Brooklin!
1 site · Lodging1 acre · Blue Hill, ME
“Gert” is a 1968 completely renovated camper set in a lovely field overlooking the Benjamin River in Brooklin. The field is above a boatyard that specializes in wooden boats. She is ideal for a single or couple, with a state of the art composting toilet, solar shower (there is no hot water in this old girl!), mini fridge, and gas 3 burner stove. She has a queen sized bed, a microwave, and all the kitchen pans and utensils you would need. There is a picnic table, grill, fire pit, and hammock and two kayaks you can launch from the site. This property is about an hour from Acadia National Park, Mount Desert Island and Bar Harbor, Asticou Gardens, and many beaches and sights. It makes a perfect base for your day trips and a peaceful retreat where fireflies and stars abound. There is plenty to do right here, though. Check out the “Things to Do in the Area” page of the Brooklin Inn! https://www.thebrooklininn.com/explore
Mid May and June are great times to book - you will be here before the crowds and it’s warmer than it used to be usually. Plus the mosquitoes haven’t gotten the message yet and you can enjoy sitting outside in the evening. But the summer is amazing here on the coast, as always. Watch the boats come in and out of the river from the dock or your campsite. Join them in the kayaks!
September and early October are also wonderful times to visit the coast of Maine! We offer a 15% discount from now until October 1st, so come on over. The crowds at Acadia have largely departed, the water is calm, the weather is great, and everything is still open. Summer is definitely not the only time to see Maine - many people actually prefer after Labor Day when it is quieter if you are out and about. So come see us - have a campfire, hike, paddle, and watch the stars.
We close for the season in October and reopen in May. Hope to see you!
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The Lazy Bluff
1 site · RV2 acres · Belfast, ME
Our 2 acre slice of heaven is located in Belfast on the Mid-coast of Maine.
It features a beautiful 1000+ sq foot timber frame pavilion designed to house a large class "A" RV 14 ft. clearance, it also features a 20 x 16 attached patio area. included onsite is a 50 amp electrical, full water and sewer hookup. Free Wifi is also available. the Property is mostly woodland with
Belfast is a beautiful little city located right on the Maine coast with a great downtown area. it is located about 2 hours north of Portland and 2 hours south of Bar Harbor. it is a destination in itself, or is an ideal jumping off point for many of Maine's well known places of interest.
We have lived here throughout the 3 seasons since having this place built three years ago, and have never considered renting it, but this year my wife's health prevents us from using it so it seems like a good opportunity to allow others to enjoy it.
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Salt and Oak Farm
1 site · Lodging27 acres · Harrington, ME
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You'll arrive at our barn and home, probably greeted by a variety of animals.
Walking past the pond and through the field towards the tree line, you'll arrive at our tiny cabin situated on a hill with the salt marsh below.
The cabin is furnished with a full sized futon, a wooden bench, beehive working woodstove, and shelving. There are candle lanterns provided, however we suggest also bringing a few flashlights.
Depending on the season we have farm vegetables and eggs available, kayaks available upon request to use to explore the salt marsh and harbors right out in front of the cabin.
A short drive and you can find numerous hiking areas and beaches or take the longer 1 hour and 15 min ride to Bar Harbor.
The cabin is not visible to the main house, though sound may travel. You'll have a beautiful view of the water facing west for sun sets. We access the water and trails around the fields foraging for berries with our kiddos and dogs, along with rotating the grazing animals and will provide ample space to respect your privacy.
A small gas grill and cooler can be provided,
Cabin has no electric or running water. Water can be accessed from the main house and/or barn pumps depending on season, however will need to be brought down to cabin. Outhouse is located nearby.
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Alder Brook Farm Camp Site
1 site · RV20 acres · Bingham, ME
Come stay in your own quiet private RV lot. This spot has a flat gravel driveway for easy access and can fit up to 3 cars. Full electric, sewer, and water hook-up! Sit back and sip your morning cup of coffee with mountain views of Sugarloaf on a clear day. Enjoy roasting marshmallows in the open fire pit or take your pets on a short walk through the woods. Pets are welcome! Kingsbury pond is only 8 miles away, great for water-sports and fishing. ATV trails nearby. **camper NOT included. NO bathroom (water and electric hook-up available for an RV)**
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Jam Brook Farmstead Woodworking+Sew
2 sites · RVs, Tents9 acres · Searsmont, ME
Daniel and Sara Beth enjoy welcoming guests while tending to their 1850s farmhouse. Jam Brook Farm is a growing farmstead with a sewing studio and wood shop. We love hosting international friends and those on grand adventures! 20 minutes to Camden, Lincolnville, Belfast. 30 minutes to Rockland. Visit jambrookfarm dot com to book directly from us.
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Looking to go camping near Orono, Maine? Slippery Rock Trails LLC (347 reviews), The Point (326 reviews), and Tucker N.'s land (51 reviews) are some of the top campsites in the area that are highly rated. Enjoy popular amenities like trash disposal, pet-friendly areas, and potable water. And for those who love to hike, swim, or climb, there are plenty of nearby activities to keep you entertained. Start planning your camping trip today!
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