No matter what I say here, you won't fully get it until you've enjoyed it for yourself! Technically it's not an island, since you drive right to your campsite. It's close enough to the rest of New England to make it accessible, yet far enough to offer peace and quiet. Hermit is dotted with fabulous beaches, open only to campers on the island. If you love wildlife, bird watching is great here, as well as crab and hermit crab catching. You can get good food at the Kelp Shed and freshly cooked lobsters, beer ice, toys, and replacement camp gear at the camp store. It's near other great things to see, but this place is so great, you won't want to leave the campground.

One warning! Be prepared to deal with mosquitos! Many people use screen tents. We've always had good results using thermacell units. Oh, and if ouhouses make you squeemish, you'd better get a site near the flush toilets. This place isn't for everyone, but if you're happy roughing it, you'll never want to go home!