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Camps of the Pioneers

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· Ellsworth, Hancock, Maine

7 acres hosted by Jedidah M.

2 lodging sites · 6 RV/tent sites

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Near Acadia National Park

Within a 30-minute drive from the Thompson Island Information Center.

Our property has a history detailed in the arrowheads and other Wabanaki artifacts found around the property. European settlers have also left clues behind of the shipbuilding industry and 1700's culture. Experience a bit of natural immersion and enjoy the endless opportunities for outdoor recreation while camping in the northern forests of Downeast Maine! We use our 6 acre property to focus on producing organically grown herbs, fruit, vegetables for local markets. We're finally making available the properties scenic brooks, forests and meadows to folks seeking to experience a truly unforgettable, countryside retreat. *firewood is available for free on site We’re just off the beaten path in an agricultural and fishing community on the Union River, 20 minutes drive from Acadia National Park and Mt. Desert Island. See what our other guests have had to say about their stays- “It’s an experience I would repeat with pleasure. Difficult to be short about my highlights: hearing the loon at night certainly, waking up with the quarter moon over my head, seeing the progression in changing colors of the leaves,the views from Mount Cadillac, and Beech Wood trail, Jordan Pond and the Bubbles,so many things really.” - Christine from Montpelier, France, Sept 2021. "We were so at peace when we got here we just spent the rest of the day hanging at the yurt enjoying the peace and quiet today we are heading to the ocean!"- Jody from New Hampshire, July 2021. "We could not have found a more idyllic place, plus it was our first experience in a yurt. We found your notes about Acadia super helpful and the yurt was just so beautiful and cozy. Having a hot bath and a little fire in the wood stove after a day of biking the Carriage Roads and swimming at Sand Beach could not have been more perfect. So glad we were at the yurt to enjoy the area and Acadia. We had an incredible stay and are hoping to come back next summer."- Jenn & Neil, August 2020.

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417 ratings · 316 reviews

Brian O.

July 9, 2024

Birch Gate Campsite

Oversold/Under delivered

The directions when selecting Google Maps did not bring us to the campsites. Apple Maps did get us there. There was a restriction for campers no longer than 18ft. We contacted Jedidiah and he said we would fit. Not really the case. None of the sites in the woods will accommodate a camper, in my opinion. We certainly wouldn’t get back there in our B+ RV. He had a “spot” up front that was unlevel with no room to move. He had to lift an overhead wire so we could get in. I asked about getting a refund and that was not an option. Paid for 2 nights (required). Slept one night and left early the next day. Did not return. Oversold on the site(s) and under delivered is my best description.

Natasha H.recommends

July 8, 2024

Birch Gate Campsite

Quiet rest in between hikes

Everything was amazing! Very quiet, pristine nature around, close to Acadia - it’s perfect! The only thing that bothered us were hungry mosquitoes- but we came prepared 😁

Tatiana M.recommends

July 8, 2024

Birch Gate Campsite

Camping in nature! Short hike.

Fun place to camp. Finding the place and parking was easy. Host was friendly. Short hike up to the camp site. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Jennifer S.recommends

July 7, 2024

Pioneer Cottage Near Acadia

Quiet space in the trees

Great property, cool space with lots of tree coverage. Camp and yurt spots have enough space in between for quiet and privacy. Common composed for bathroom. Great space for fire. Bring your own firewood. Jedidiah has good recommendations for hiking spots that are not as busy/crowded. Close enough to town for easy access to shopping and Acadia. Slight road noise in distant. Not noticeable or bothersome.

Jocelyn G.recommends

July 6, 2024

Birch Gate Campsite

Jedidiah was very friendly and shared lots of great recommendations for nearby Ellsworth — which is very near and very cute. I was in the most private tent camping spot in back — a nice quiet location in the forest (if a little buggy). I enjoyed the setting & the proximity to Acadia. Pro tip for those on extended camping trips: You can take a shower at the Ellsworth YMCA for $5. ; )

Craig B.recommends

July 6, 2024

Birch Gate Campsite

Jedidah showed us around as soon as we got there so we werent lost looking for our site, and had a lot of amenities like firewood and water.

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Ellsworth, Hancock, Maine, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Passamaquoddy, Wabanaki (Dawnland Confederacy), N’dakina (Abenaki / Abénaquis), and Penobscot First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking