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Dispersed Camping

Buckle Island

Buckle Island offers a dispersed camping experience near the coast of Maine. The terrain consists of rocky shores and forested areas. Nearby, Acadia National Park provides hiking trails and scenic views, while temperatures range from 60°F to 80°F in summer and 10°F to 30°F in winter.

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Location

Buckle Island is located in Maine

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Coordinates

44.14212554 N
68.61034967 W

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Access

  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

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Site Types

  • Dispersed

Features

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  • Phone Service
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.


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Reviewed Oct. 25, 2019

Perfect island for those new to sea kayak camping

One of the MITA (Maine Island Trail Association) camping areas in the Deer Isle Archipelago, this island has 2 sites – one larger area up in the woods, the other quite small near the granite shore, but both accessible from the east side of the island. We stayed at the site by the shore and had a gorgeous view of the sun setting. 

This is a perfect island for those new to sea kayak camping as the sandy shore, which is exposed for a good portion of the day, is easy to land on and a short walk to a trail into the woods. 

Come prepared with fresh water(there is no fresh water for filtering) and wag bags (no toilets). Sites are first come, first served and completely free for MITA members.

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  • Review photo of Buckle Island by Shari  G., October 25, 2019
  • Review photo of Buckle Island by Shari  G., October 25, 2019
  • Review photo of Buckle Island by Shari  G., October 25, 2019
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the elevation of Buckle Island?

    Buckle Island is located at 25 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Buckle Island?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Buckle Island, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.