98% (1.5K) • 118 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near South Portland
Your Own Private Island
1. Your Own Private Island
100%
(2)
28mi from South Portland · 1 site
Want a unique vacation? Everyone loves the idea of their own island. Peaceful, quiet and away from it all. In recent years we even have a nesting bald eagle pair! Our cottage is rustic, no running water and no electricity and only accessible via boat!
We have a propane stove, refrigerator, and lanterns. Guests must bring water and small propane canisters for their stay. Guests are required to clean before departure.
Bathroom is within the cottage and has an odor free composting toilet. For showering needs we have a camp style solar shower. Bedroom has a full-size bed. Crow's nest has a small futon that opens for an additional bed for one.
The $375 fee is the cost of the boat captain to make one trip to deliver you and your gear to the island and one to take you back. If you will be coming in your own boat or kayak, please let us know and we can refund that fee if we aren't hiring the captain.
Depending on the captain's schedule often arrival is the last trip of day and departure is 8 am. Additional trips can be arranged with our captains as well as sightseeing tours. Please note the captain charges $25 to transport a pet. We have a dock if you would be interested in bringing your own boat.
Boat rentals also available nearby. Arrival and departure times are dependent on the captain's availability.
See Bald eagles and seals. You can fish for striped bass right off the island.
Water views from every window. The upper floor of the cottage is the Crow's nest (a tiny space accessible from a ladder below,) in the treetops with great sunset views.
Bring your kayaks! Crow Island was mentioned in the book "Rivers of Memory" by John Gibson
To quote Rachel Field, “If once you have slept on an island. You’ll never quite be the same.”
Toilets
Cooking equipment
from
$138
/ night
Browns Ridge Family Farm!
2. Browns Ridge Family Farm!
98%
(22)
40mi from South Portland · 6 sites · Tents, Lodging
We are one of the first farms in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire and was originally the first stage coach stop for the area. Our house built in 1750s and at one point had hundreds of acres passed down which were passed down
from a kings grant The original area was named after the original settlers, the Browns. Our house was also tavern in the beginning. This property has only passed hands through 4 families and remained with the Browns for most of its life.
It has stayed as a farm for most of its tenure. We own 40 acres of pasture and woods and would love for you to come stay!
Toilets
Campfires
Picnic table
from
$50
/ night
Pine Ridge Campground
3. Pine Ridge Campground
93%
(15)
32mi from South Portland · 53 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Pine Ridge Campground is now on season SIX! We are situated on 57 wooded acres in the heart of southern Maine's lakes region. Here you will find a quiet, peaceful getaway. Minutes away are beautiful scenic hiking trails, fruit orchards ,and public access to several lakes and tranquil large ponds. We are an easy 45 minutes from many beautiful beaches and Portland, Portsmouth and North Conway for an easy day outing. If you enjoy dining out, there are outstanding local restaurants for breakfast, lunch and dinner. We are Adult focused, which means that we will have activities such as music on weekends and wine socials. We have fiber optics wifi throughout the campground. Kids and dogs are welcome to come and enjoy nature as their playground. Before booking, please read the cancellation policies. They are very strict because we are a weekend destination and only open for 5 beautiful months.
Toilets
Campfires
Full hookups
from
$56
/ night
Cliff House
4. Cliff House
27mi from South Portland · 1 site
The Shire is one of 5 luxurious tiny homes that make up Littlefield Retreat, a tranquil woodland village of 3 treehouses and 2 hobbit houses – each with its own private hot tub and dock. To see all five dwellings, click on the photo to the left of “Hosted by Bryce”, then click “Show more…”. This 15-acre forest retreat on Littlefield Pond offers our guests an experience that feels like a trip up to the woods of northern Maine, but is closer to home and to all the attractions of southern Maine.
The space
The Shire has two separate bedrooms, each with a queen bed, and a single full bath. The full kitchen has an island that marries the kitchen with the living area, and flows to a large outdoor patio with a fire ring, hot tub, and picnic table.
Guest access
We will send you a message the day before your reservation with your unique key code for accessing The Shire Hobbit House.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$344
/ night
Waters Edge @ Eweturnfarm
5. Waters Edge @ Eweturnfarm
100%
(45)
36mi from South Portland · 2 sites · Tents, Lodging
Welcome to Eweturn Farm, nestled along the serene banks of the Androscoggin River at the historic Gulf Island Dam site. In addition to Highland cows and Dorper sheep, the farm continues to supply hay, practice forestry, and produce maple syrup. Embracing agro-tourism, Eweturn Farm strives to demonstrate sustainable living practices.
To further this mission, ETF has created 2 private all inclusive tenting sites along the "upriver" piece of land, encompassing 300 acres of woods, fields, trails, and waterways formed by the Gulf Island Dam. Guests are invited to explore nature trails, fish in the river, or paddle in canoes or kayaks. Keep an eye out for bald eagles, deer, and wild turkey, common sights in this picturesque and very private location. Arrange a visit to meet the cows, sheep, and chickens at our nearby farm.
We're thrilled to share our peaceful sanctuary for the fifth year, and our second year with HipCamp, and eagerly welcome your feedback to continue improving your experience. We're pet-friendly and accommodate a maximum of 5 guests, including children. Join us at Eweturn Farm and create lasting memories with your family amidst the beauty of nature.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
from
$99
/ night
98% (1.5K) • 118 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near South Portland
Your Own Private Island
1. Your Own Private Island
100%
(2)
28mi from South Portland · 1 site
Want a unique vacation? Everyone loves the idea of their own island. Peaceful, quiet and away from it all. In recent years we even have a nesting bald eagle pair! Our cottage is rustic, no running water and no electricity and only accessible via boat!
We have a propane stove, refrigerator, and lanterns. Guests must bring water and small propane canisters for their stay. Guests are required to clean before departure.
Bathroom is within the cottage and has an odor free composting toilet. For showering needs we have a camp style solar shower. Bedroom has a full-size bed. Crow's nest has a small futon that opens for an additional bed for one.
The $375 fee is the cost of the boat captain to make one trip to deliver you and your gear to the island and one to take you back. If you will be coming in your own boat or kayak, please let us know and we can refund that fee if we aren't hiring the captain.
Depending on the captain's schedule often arrival is the last trip of day and departure is 8 am. Additional trips can be arranged with our captains as well as sightseeing tours. Please note the captain charges $25 to transport a pet. We have a dock if you would be interested in bringing your own boat.
Boat rentals also available nearby. Arrival and departure times are dependent on the captain's availability.
See Bald eagles and seals. You can fish for striped bass right off the island.
Water views from every window. The upper floor of the cottage is the Crow's nest (a tiny space accessible from a ladder below,) in the treetops with great sunset views.
Bring your kayaks! Crow Island was mentioned in the book "Rivers of Memory" by John Gibson
To quote Rachel Field, “If once you have slept on an island. You’ll never quite be the same.”
Toilets
Cooking equipment
from
$138
/ night
Browns Ridge Family Farm!
2. Browns Ridge Family Farm!
98%
(22)
40mi from South Portland · 6 sites · Tents, Lodging
We are one of the first farms in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire and was originally the first stage coach stop for the area. Our house built in 1750s and at one point had hundreds of acres passed down which were passed down
from a kings grant The original area was named after the original settlers, the Browns. Our house was also tavern in the beginning. This property has only passed hands through 4 families and remained with the Browns for most of its life.
It has stayed as a farm for most of its tenure. We own 40 acres of pasture and woods and would love for you to come stay!
Toilets
Campfires
Picnic table
from
$50
/ night
Pine Ridge Campground
3. Pine Ridge Campground
93%
(15)
32mi from South Portland · 53 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Pine Ridge Campground is now on season SIX! We are situated on 57 wooded acres in the heart of southern Maine's lakes region. Here you will find a quiet, peaceful getaway. Minutes away are beautiful scenic hiking trails, fruit orchards ,and public access to several lakes and tranquil large ponds. We are an easy 45 minutes from many beautiful beaches and Portland, Portsmouth and North Conway for an easy day outing. If you enjoy dining out, there are outstanding local restaurants for breakfast, lunch and dinner. We are Adult focused, which means that we will have activities such as music on weekends and wine socials. We have fiber optics wifi throughout the campground. Kids and dogs are welcome to come and enjoy nature as their playground. Before booking, please read the cancellation policies. They are very strict because we are a weekend destination and only open for 5 beautiful months.
Toilets
Campfires
Full hookups
from
$56
/ night
Cliff House
4. Cliff House
27mi from South Portland · 1 site
The Shire is one of 5 luxurious tiny homes that make up Littlefield Retreat, a tranquil woodland village of 3 treehouses and 2 hobbit houses – each with its own private hot tub and dock. To see all five dwellings, click on the photo to the left of “Hosted by Bryce”, then click “Show more…”. This 15-acre forest retreat on Littlefield Pond offers our guests an experience that feels like a trip up to the woods of northern Maine, but is closer to home and to all the attractions of southern Maine.
The space
The Shire has two separate bedrooms, each with a queen bed, and a single full bath. The full kitchen has an island that marries the kitchen with the living area, and flows to a large outdoor patio with a fire ring, hot tub, and picnic table.
Guest access
We will send you a message the day before your reservation with your unique key code for accessing The Shire Hobbit House.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$344
/ night
Waters Edge @ Eweturnfarm
5. Waters Edge @ Eweturnfarm
100%
(45)
36mi from South Portland · 2 sites · Tents, Lodging
Welcome to Eweturn Farm, nestled along the serene banks of the Androscoggin River at the historic Gulf Island Dam site. In addition to Highland cows and Dorper sheep, the farm continues to supply hay, practice forestry, and produce maple syrup. Embracing agro-tourism, Eweturn Farm strives to demonstrate sustainable living practices.
To further this mission, ETF has created 2 private all inclusive tenting sites along the "upriver" piece of land, encompassing 300 acres of woods, fields, trails, and waterways formed by the Gulf Island Dam. Guests are invited to explore nature trails, fish in the river, or paddle in canoes or kayaks. Keep an eye out for bald eagles, deer, and wild turkey, common sights in this picturesque and very private location. Arrange a visit to meet the cows, sheep, and chickens at our nearby farm.
We're thrilled to share our peaceful sanctuary for the fifth year, and our second year with HipCamp, and eagerly welcome your feedback to continue improving your experience. We're pet-friendly and accommodate a maximum of 5 guests, including children. Join us at Eweturn Farm and create lasting memories with your family amidst the beauty of nature.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
from
$99
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Terilyn
October 2025
Weekend Trip to Waters Edge @ Eweturnfarm
We loved the Maple Grove site! Nothing like waking up in the morning, having cocoa by the fire with a $1 million view.
The site is private but yet close to everything. And bed is super cozy! We are always sad to leave!
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Mark
October 2025
2 nights at Waters Edge @ Eweturnfarm
Razell and Bentley were amazing! I got into town late at night and they still took the time to walk me through how to get there on the phone and then take me out to the site. The site was amazing, beautiful views and remote enough to really feel like camping. The campsite was stocked with wood and grilling supplies (even stocked with eggs from the farm) when I got there. The site was very clean and well taken care of, you can tell they genuinely care about your experience. Will definitely be back!
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Emily
September 2025
2 nights at Waters Edge @ Eweturnfarm
I looooooooved it here! It was so peaceful and everything I needed was provided. The hosts were so friendly and helpful and my dog played in the lake for hours. Will definitely be back!
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Suzanne
August 2025
With pets
It was a very laid back weekend with lots of quiet! The site was nicely maintained and all the necessities were provided. They had even left us some eggs from their farm and some maple syrup! Kayaking was great and the water was very easily accessible! Would gladly come back again!
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Oliver
August 2025
Weekend Trip to Waters Edge @ Eweturnfarm
I couldn’t recommend Maple Grove high enough. Razell & Bentley were super helpful and friendly, and the site itself is beautiful. You feel a world away, despite having all the conveniences of a city nearby should you need them. It’s truly peaceful, cosy and the kayaking was such a great addition. There’s plenty of flora and fauna to spot, and sitting out by the fire of an evening, cooking and stargazing was wonderful. I came all the way from the UK, and I’m hoping to visit again ASAP. I only wish I stayed longer. Thank you!
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Emma
July 2025
Weekend Trip to Waters Edge @ Eweturnfarm
My husband and I had a wonderful weekend getaway at Maple Grove. The site was very private with everything you would need including a tent over the picnic table, plenty of firewood, and drinking water that was refilled when we needed more. It was a short walk to the waters edge where kayaks were provided along with life vests which was a huge plus. We had a blast exploring the River and the fishing was great! Razell and Bentley were very welcoming and always quick to respond whenever we had a question or needed something. Definitely recommend for anyone looking for a comfortable camping getaway.
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Allison
July 2025
With pets
Easy to get to, and appreciated the eggs and maple syrup on check in! Kayaks were fun! Our hosts were very responsive.
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Ben
July 2025
With kids
My wife, nine year old daughter, and I stay on the island for three nights. We had a wonderful time. It was a almost magical family getaway. The island is close to an area where seals congregate and there were dozens of seals playing and hunting nearby. The cabin is austere but comfortable. We would definitely go back.
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Jennifer
May 2025
1 night at Waters Edge @ Eweturnfarm
Great spot! Nice and quiet. Tucked away and secluded, but close to everything. We only stayed 1 night, but were given a late check out. We also had access to kayaks and it's a wonderful spot to paddle... We saw a bald eagle! We will definitely be back!
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