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Hillside Gateway to Acadia/Schoodic

98%
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73 reviews
· Sullivan, Hancock, Maine · 3 acres
Hosted by Alisa R.
RV/tent site
· 6 guests max
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Best Hipcamps in Maine
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2025.
Near Acadia National Park
Within a 30-minute drive from the Schoodic Woods Campground.
Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Best in Maine: Finalist
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.
Learn about the Gateway to Acadia: Some space and privacy! 3 acres to yourself, sweeping views including a glimpse of Cadillac Mountain from across the Bay. 12x18 cozy shelter! No electricity in the Timber, but there are power outlets on the electric pole at the beginning of the driveway. There is water to fill buckets after June 1, 2025. Feel free to bring your tent, camper or stay in the cabin.  Room for 4 and a few more on the floor of the Timber Tent.   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.3 acres all to yourself! Sweeping landscape views with glimpses of Frenchman's Bay and Cadillac Mountain from the 12x18 shelter.  No water.  Water is $2.50/gal for Poland Springs at Young’s store only a mile away. Electricity is now onsite, there is a plug at the entrance of the driveway. It’s enough to fill an air mattress or charge a phone. Feel free to bring your tent or stay in the cabin or both.  There’s a nice little hammock set up as well. Sleeps 5, 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.
RV details
Caravans, Trailer tents, Class C (larger motorhome with overcab space), Campervans, and Cars allowed
Vehicles under 7 meters allowed
Pull-through unit
Accommodates slideouts
Surface type: Grass or field
Surface levelness: Flat
No Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, Motorhome, and Campervan
Electrical hookup available
Less than 30 amps
No water hookup
No sewage hookup
No TV hookup
Generators not allowed
What to expect
RV/tent site
You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.
6 guests max
Campfires allowed
Firewood provided, firepit. Plenty of dead wood on the property. It was all cut last year and this year
Toilet available
Pit toilet
Pets allowed
Off leash
Picnic table present
No drinking water
Bring your own water
No showers
Pack it out
Cooking equipment absent
Fire pit is on site
No wifi
Laundry absent

Things to know

Getting there
Check in: After 2:00 PM
Check out: Before 12:00 PM
On arrival: Head straight to site
Cancellation policy: Moderate
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 12 months out
Park at listing
No wheelchair access
Max 2 vehicles
2WD accessible
No electricity or water. Very cool shelter.
During your trip
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Reviews

98% Recommend86 ratings · 73 reviews
Campers have consistently praised this campsite for its privacy, scenic views, and thoughtful amenities. The cabin and outhouse are often highlighted as clean and well-equipped, providing a comfortable shelter during inclement weather. Visitors appreciate the proximity to Acadia and Schoodic Peninsula, making it a great base for exploration. Some guests noted the presence of ticks and road noise, but overall, the site is seen as a peaceful retreat with beautiful sunsets and starry skies.
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Location

Sullivan, Hancock, Maine, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Alisa R.

Joined in May 2020
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