Hillside Gateway to Acadia/Schoodic
Hosted by Alisa R.
RV/tent site
· 6 guests max
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.
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
No water hookup
No sewage hookup
No TV hookup
Generators not allowed
What to expect
RV/tent site
6 guests max
Campfires allowed
Toilet available
Pets allowed
Picnic table present
No drinking water
No showers
Pack it out
Cooking equipment absent
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
During your trip
Follow the
Leave it better
Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.
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.
Summary AI-generated from real reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
5 m car
Awesome experience camping here!! The hut was perfect to throw my tent up in and the land/view were beautiful 😊
G
Gabriella N.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Tent · Group trip
Beautiful spot! Lovely breeze coming up from the ocean. Very comfortable and the cabin was full of thoughtful touches. We found some wild strawberries growing and it looks like there will be raspberries or blackberries and blueberries later in the summer. Highly recommend!
Alexis H.
4 reviews
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent · With kids
Beautiful location with some partial sunset views, perfect cabin for our family of 5 to stay warm and dry. Outhouse was clean and practical. Owners had helpful things in the cabin like drinking water a nice flashlight, and a styrofoam cooler. Loved that it was close to winter harbor and schoodic peninsula.
P
Pamela R.
11 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
Great stargazing
Tent
The space was extremely private, with a nice hilltop view. A fantastic location for star-gazing. The cabin was great: spacious and breezy windows, clean and well-maintained, and well-sealed! No bugs in the cabin at all. Outhouse was similarly clean. No water around, so keep that in mind for fires (nearby scrub is very dry). We were there during a heatwave and the black flies were pretty bad; not sure about bugs in normal weather, but bug spray highly recommended.
Eric L.
3 reviews
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent · With pets
We stayed for a few nights with our dogs in June, to explore the Schoodic Peninsula and the area. Great little camp! Very quiet and Private, just what we needed. Thanks Alisa, for sharing a great space!
C
Courtney D.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2025
Amazing piece of land!
Tent · With pets
Amazing site. Great location if you’re hiking Acadia and very affordable compared to a lot of
Other places. Host was very responsive even though we need much. Definitely would stay again!!
John F.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Loved camping here with my dog
Tent · With pets
I loved this campsite. The cabin was perfect for sleeping and hanging out especially because we did not have great weather. The cabin and the outhouse were both clean and in great condition. I definitely hope to return when there are clearer skies to enjoy the sunrise and stars. The site is huge and quiet. It took us a little under an hour to get there from Gorham mountain. My dog loved exploring the land. Firewood and cooking tools were provided.
Isabel R.
5 years on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· May 2025
6 m campervan · With pets
We had a nice time for the most time,site very clean and private. The road noise from route 1 below was a bit annoying for me as I live in a quiet place. The most annoying however were the TICKS,even though I wore my full sprayed tick overalls still got bitten
B
Beth L.
5 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent
very cute spot, it was perfect for our rainy weekend!
M
Mc Kenzie S.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
Overall we enjoyed our stay at Alisa’s land and cabin! Alisa was responsive to questions, and the Hipcamp photos and description are an accurate representation of the site. The location was convenient for exploring the Acadia area. We brought camping pads and sleeping bags and slept on the floor of the cabin. A few small things to note, we could not get the solar lights inside the cabin to work, but we had brought our own lights so this was not a big deal. We were also there during an all day heavy rain storm with some intense wind. We left to get lunch in town and when we came back the window above the desk was leaking enough that the floor underneath it was pretty wet and we were worried about our sleeping setup getting wet. I think the wind was the main factor in the window leaking. There was a tarp onsite that we were able use to cover the window from the outside which kept more rain from coming in. But even with the leaking window we were happy to be in the cabin rather than a tent!
R
Rebecca S.
2 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
Sunsets
Tent
This is a gorgeous spot outside of Acadia national Park. The sunsets are incredible. I can’t speak to the cabin as I set up a tent, but I did make my dinner on the fire pit every evening and found plenty of wood on site for the it. The hammock was a really nice place to relax after a long hike too. I would return to this site in a heartbeat!
Hallie F.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2024
Can’t recommend more
Tent
11/10 the best place to stay at if you’re looking for a view
B
Bailey R.
3 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
Beautiful distant view of the ocean. Wide open space is great for the dog to run around. Rustic cabin is tiny but sweet! I love the design. Loved the fold down desk at the lovely window. I only wish there had been a second chair so we could play games. when cold or rainy. The picnic table is great. Outhouse is comfortable and close. We were cold mid october but we kind if expected that. The futon is much smaller than it appears in the photos. It seemed smaller than a full, larger than a twin and very very firm. We left a night early because the sleeping was too uncomfortable for us, but it would work well for young folks. Bring not only flashlights, but a lantern for inside. There were stringed lights, but they did not function. There were some other helpful supplies there, but everything needed batteries which we didn't bring. I would love to return now that i know exactly what to bring and i hope this helps future guests. I would also buy wood nearby because you will quickly burn through the dead wood that you pick up around the site. You need some nice dry hardwood to keep your campfire going. This setting is peaceful and relaxing. Lots of privacy. Great way to avoid the crowds of Bar Harbor.
Brenda W.
3 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
Tent · With pets
Such a sweet spot! Very peaceful with great views. We loved our stay and look forward to coming back!
Danielle M.
5 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
Tent
Beautiful property, loved having the campfire with the grate for cooking and the cast iron pans. We found it very easily.
K
Krista Y.
2 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
Acadia Camping
Tent
I loved hipcaming at Alisa’s cabin. The views were amazing and it was affordable. We just brought an air mattress to sleep in the cabin and blankets because it gets cold at night. This is a great place to stay on the Schoodic side of Acadia national park.
C
Cole J.
11 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
Coziest sunset ever
Beautiful spot! We absolutely fell in love with the sunset view here. Very cozy, romantic, easy to get to, and the cabin smelled lovely like fresh pine. The futon was comfy and the vibes were great.
K
Kylie B.
2 reviews
Recommends
· August 2024
Best sleep.
With pets
The cabin was amazing. The land was quiet and beautiful. Best off grid camping experience and sleep ever!
M
Megan T.
3 reviews
Recommends
· August 2024
This was such a lovely and peaceful place to stay! The view was also beautiful. Would stay again if the opportunity arose.
C
Colton T.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2024
This was a great setup for our 1 night camp out. I leant camping, but sometimes a cabin is nice too. I brought cots to sleep on but the floor would work too, and there’s a futon available.
Site was easy to find
K
Kirk F.
1 year on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· July 2024
Beautiful spot, it wouldn’t take much to make the place a really nice place to stay. I hope you develop it a bit more as it has a ton of potential. The area 10/1p the build 10/10 out house 10/10 the interior 2/10
W
Will M.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2024
With pets
I booked this to make sure we would have shelter in case it rained (it didn't). It's a cute little cabin with one futon, so definitely bring your own sleeping bags/blankets, etc. The porta potty was very stinky - really needed to be dumped. There was plenty of dry twigs from trees but not a lot of logs to keep the fire going, so would recommend grabbing a few before you arrive (there were tons of "free/cheap" wood along the drive).
M
Michelle B.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2024
Perfect Hipcamp!
Fantastic place! It was easy to get to, private, and comfortable. The little cabin shelter is great! Just enough to get you out of the elements with plenty of windows to get airflow and sounds of nature. This was a good location to drive into Acadia National Park (which is a must, especially Sand Beach). Also other nice beaches and scenic pull offs in route. The stars, sunsets, and views from this hill top site are amazing. Functional and clean little outhouse. You won't regret booking this site! Hope I can return soon.
April G.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2024
One of our favorite spots
With pets
This was our second year in a row camping at Alisa’s property and we love it! The on-site cabin is so convenient for storing things and getting shelter if it rains. There’s room to explore and we just love the privacy. When the weather is clear, the views are beautiful. There are two nice fire pits and plenty of wood available on the property. We will be back!
E
Elisabeth P.
3 reviews
Recommends
· June 2024
Views!
Alisa has a beautiful property. What really stood out was the view, which we unfortunately only had for a few hours out of a 4 night stay (rainy & fogged in). The whole set up was cozy with the fire pit, picnic table and hammock right out front.The outhouse is right around the corner conveniently nestled in some trees. The smell of pine trees surrounding the area was so nice. It’s about 45 minutes out from Bar Harbor/Acadia. We unfortunately left a day early since the weather wasn’t great.
Active dog/children owners, just be aware that there are some random holes throughout the property; I threw a frisbee for mine towards the back off of the driveway and he ended up tripping in what looked like could’ve possibly been an old dug out fire pit twisting his ankle that luckily only caused a limp for a day.
A few small things that weren’t a huge deal;
2 dirty paper towels were left on the tables inside the cabin. A bee nest above the front door, got bothered a few times going in and out. The solar lights started malfunctioning or something the last night, flashing from 12am-4am not turning off with the remote (trying to sleep was tough!). Alisa did very kindly offer to send a portion back but I have not received or heard anything in a few days so I assume she got busy.
C
Caitlin A.
3 reviews
Recommends
· June 2024
Gorgeous spot! Pictures don’t do it justice. The view and privacy are amazing.
E
Eliza L.
3 reviews
Recommends
· June 2024
Motorcycle Camping Getaway Acadia
The property was perfect for our motorcycle camping trip. We originally planned to use the cabin strictly to keep our gear dry, but ended up sleeping in the cabin all nights of our stay. It was a great base camp to explore Acadia and the surrounding area while still being able to get away from the crowds of the park at the end of the day. The sunset views were gorgeous and the site privacy is amazing. Alisa was great about checking in and staying in touch during our stay.
M
Mutha T.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2024
Group trip
Camping on Alisa’s land was so awesome!! All amenities were clear, clean and the cabin and surrounding land well kept!! We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend!! beautiful property
A
Annie R.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2024
Great place to stay!
Alisa was super helpful about location and nearby activities. The site has a beautiful view and was quiet and secluded. The outhouse was very clean and instructions for keeping that way were helpful. Close to Acadia for our bike rides and nearby Blue Hill food coop was wonderful. We stayed on the way to PEI and then again on the way home.
P
Pat P.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2024
With pets
Such a beautiful spot! Great views, quiet, and a perfect cabin if you want some shelter. We loved our stay here, but it is on an open field so be sure to check for ticks.
D
Danielle D.
1 year on Hipcamp
Location
Sullivan, Hancock, Maine, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Alisa R.
Joined in May 2020Things to do nearby
Similar campgrounds nearby
Campers also viewed...
Related Searches
Hipcamp is created with ❤️ and hope for our future.