30 campgrounds · Check availability for any dates.
Keenes Lake Family Campground's pet-friendly policy extends across all accommodation types including tents, RVs, cabins, and glamping options near Baileyville. The campground maintains clean sites with water and electric hookups at each location, allowing campers to keep pets comfortable during their stay. Cobscook Bay State Park Campground similarly welcomes pets throughout its 106 wooded sites, many offering privacy with thick forest surroundings and waterfront views. Campsites at both locations include fire rings and picnic tables, with Keenes Lake providing level sites that can accommodate vehicles and tent setups together. Staff at Keenes Lake have proven responsive to camper needs, replacing missing amenities within 30 minutes when reported. Most campsites in the region require pets to be leashed at all times, and owners must clean up after their animals.
Hiking trails around Third Machias Lake offer excellent pet exercise opportunities with multiple islands accessible by boat where camping with dogs is permitted. The primitive nature of these locations requires careful planning when bringing pets, as the boat launch area is approximately four miles down logging roads where log trucks travel at high speeds. Machias Rips Campsite provides a free, pet-friendly dispersed camping option with basic amenities including picnic tables, fire rings and vault toilets. The extreme tides at Cobscook Bay create unique considerations for pet owners, as water levels can change dramatically by up to 20 feet. These tidal changes affect shoreline activities with pets and can create strong currents. Some waterfront sites have steep drops to the bay that require careful supervision of pets, particularly at night when visibility is limited. Bug protection is essential for both humans and pets throughout the region, especially during early summer months.
"Lovely place on a small lake. Staff was wonderful, the site was lovely with a great view of the lake. The lake was clean and we swam, kayaked and crossed the lake on paddle boards."
"Quiet place with a pretty lake."
"One of the best campgrounds we’ve been to in America, beautiful views, close to amazing hiking (highly recommend bold coast trail)."
"A nearby state park holds the official title but we will chat about that later."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"A great realatively new campground opened in Big Lake Township, Maine near the town of Grand Lake Stream."
from $49 / night
Check Availability"To reach Third Machias Lake, take the Little River Road (which runs north off the Stud Mill Road along the east side of the Machias River)."
"Super beautiful lake and remote spot perfect to get away and unplug for a bit."
"The tent sites are great — right on the water’s edge — and much more spacious and private than the hookup sites."
"The only downside is they are farther away from the bathroom.) Some tent sites (A– D) have a wooden shade structure with picnic table and fire pit, the others just have a fire pit and picnic table."
from $35 - $40 / night
Check Availability"You can hear the highway but it's not too bad. Only real negative for me was nowhere to really walk my dogs, nothing even close to a trail nearby. Just the highway."
"Situated right off of Route 9 between Amherst and Wesley Maine, you can access the Machias River Corridor Public Lands."
"Location is good and if the border wasn't closed it would be closer to even more sights to see! The owners are nice and very responsive."
"There is a wide grassy area across from the sites and right on the waters edge. Picnic tables and fire pits."
"The creek is so close to the sites!"
"This primitive campground is part of the Cobscook Shores Land Trust which operates 15 parks and preserves in the eastern portion of Maine near the town of Lubec."
"Pretty quiet and right near the border if you are looking for a stop before/after crossing."
GuideStopped here for one night while passing through, water/electric sites for $35 and primitive tent sites for $21 (still has flush toilets and showers a short walk down the road). Super pet friendly! The people who run this place are absolutely incredible! I happed to stop in on a Friday night they were doing a bean bake with a BBQ, live music, and games for the kids! Would definitely come back anytime!
GuideThere are about 5 spots. Some are rough and not super flat, but it's pretty and the river is right there. You can hear the highway but it's not too bad. Only real negative for me was nowhere to really walk my dogs, nothing even close to a trail nearby. Just the highway.
LegendThis primitive campground is part of the Cobscook Shores Land Trust which operates 15 parks and preserves in the eastern portion of Maine near the town of Lubec. This campground is for tent camping only with five tent sites and does not even allow RVs in the parking lot. There are no reservations(first come, first served) with a maximum stay of three nights. Some campsites have some trees for shade and others are in an open sunny meadow. There is a picnic table and gravel camping pad at each site. Fires are not permitted on Cobscook property so there are no fire pits. Dogs are permitted in the campground and on most trails but there is one section where they are prohibited due to shorebird nesting habitat and they must be leashed and picked up after. There is a centrally located hand pump water spigot and two port-a-potties near the parking lot. One thing that is a little weird is there is a cemetery nearby so if you are disturbed by sleeping near dead people nearby you may want to go somewhere else. There is no parking at your campsite so you have to carry your gear for the parking lot which is a short walk away. You can also paddle into this campground but you will have to carry your gear about a hundred yards. The preserve has an expansive gravel beach and hard pack sand when the tide goes out. Be mindful of the tides which are some of the highest in the country of nearly 20 feet. If you come in at low tide you will have a very long way to carry your canoe/kayak. This is a carry in/carry out park so don’t forget to take your trash with you. The closest town is Lubec which is about a fifteen-minute drive away. There is a convenient store and a restaurant/seafood market nearby(about a five minute away). This is a beautiful part of Maine where you are surrounded by lots of bays and lakes and just a short trek to what is called“the Bold Coast” of Maine where there are dramatic rocky cliffs and magnificent ocean views. Nearby are plenty of other nature preserves, West Quoddy State Park, and Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge.
GuideGravel lot about half a mile down the main road going east and it’s a turn off on your left. There’s a public parking sign and doesn’t say anything about no overnight parking. I stayed two nights over the weekend with no one bothering me. You occasionally hear the traffic go by but don’t see the road from the gravel lot. No amenities but at the trailhead lot there is an outhouse if needed. The lot is large enough for bigger campers with enough space to turn around in if needed. Plenty of sightseeing in the area but stores or fuel are about 20-30 minutes away. Overall, a nice spot away from everything and near the Canadian border if looking to cross somewhere no busy.
ScoutOne of the best campgrounds we’ve been to in America, beautiful views, close to amazing hiking (highly recommend bold coast trail). Fisherman’s wharf 20 mins away has great lunch with amazing view and service. Site 66 is very private with a short walk to site from your parking spot. We loved the little walk to get a more private feel away from the road and other campers. We were right on the water which gave a beautiful view of the sunset. We were even able to walk down on the rocks along the water to get a completely clear view of the stars and Milky Way. Couldn’t ask for a better campground 12/10 recommend for anyone looking to see scenic Maine!
LegendOne could easily break an ankle or leg here trying to scramble to your assigned campsite. These are not drive in sites-- with isolated exceptions.
These are mainly walk-in sites which, here, means that you park near the road and have to scramble down a hill or up a hill on a trail which was never prepared for foot traffic. Some sites have steep drops to the bay - really steep: a concern at night particularly.
Some normal drive-in sites are #53, 54, 63, 64, 66, 68. My site 68 was excellent but unusual in its normalcy.
I had one of the very rare sites in which you can pull in next to your campsite but most sites are really "walk-in". There is no grading and apparently no such thing as trail prep here to mitigate the exposed roots and hazards. It is wild.
Toilets are outhouses only. Wifi does not exist here. Staff not friendly.
Most sites are for tents--- but there is an industrial RV section high on the hill (sites 1-27) with good sized parking on a loop furthest from the campground entrance. The tides are extreme--- take care.
LegendA great realatively new campground opened in Big Lake Township, Maine near the town of Grand Lake Stream. This area is legendary for their superb fishing and hunting and was a favorite of outdoor enthusiasts like Theodore Roosevelt. The campground is suitable for any size RV, has full-hookups, very well kept, direct lake access, and the owners are extremely friendly and helpful. The campground was built in a farm field so there are no shade trees. There are back-ins and pull thru sites, the latter of which are very long and can accommodate RVs towing cars or large trailers. The roads are gravel and easily navigable for large RVs. There are no signs along the road leading to the campground, but Google Maps directed us to the right place. Most sites are level– we found a couple of pull thrus that would be a challenge for us to get level. All campsite pads are gravel and the patios are nice thick grass with picnic tables and fire pits. Hookups are well-placed and worked well. The bathrooms are new and extremely clean and were tended to daily. Bathrooms are private and have a toilet, shower, and sink in each one.
There is a nice store and check-in facility conveniently located in the campground. Access to Big Lake is a short (1/4 mile) walk from the campground down a mowed path. There is also a public launch a short distance away that would accommodate trailerable boats. The campground is fairly remote with the closest “big” town of Calais about twenty-five minutes away. The town of Grand Lake Stream is much smaller with a restaurant/general store. There are nice hiking trails nearby and we loved paddling the Musquash Stream which is full of bird life and lots of beaver lodges. We highly recommend the Big Lake RV Park and Campground and would definitely go back!
LegendThis spot is situated right along the Maine coast and has one heck of a view, not to mention a nice gravel beach! While the water is quite cold in Maine any time of the year, the beach is a nice spot to relax in the afternoon sun. Note: the campsites are NOT located on the beach but on the cliffs just above it.
While these sites (all 5 of them in the area) were originally designed for a single party (4 individuals or less) this is the one area along the Bold Coast that you could pitch more than a single tent. There are several flat and impacted sites. There is also a bit of a makeshift "wind screen" on the point that a few individuals had their tents pitched behind. I'm sure it makes a bit of difference if the wind is blowing...which on the coast is most of the time.
Like the other sites, there is a small wooden "toilet" that consists of: a wooden frame, toilet seat and some hardware cloth wire. These are not pit toilets and the human waste and whatever else folx decide to toss in, simply sit on top of the ground. While enclosed in the hardware cloth, you can see and smell everything that's left behind. Given the popularity of this destination, I have no doubt these get full quickly. Regardless of the poor design, please utilize these "toilets."
The Bold Coast is a mixture of bogs and wetlands, rocky and craggy coast line and pretty amazing maritime fir forests. The terrain is moderate in difficulty as it undulates, with several amazing overlooks. We did this with our two fit dogs but be advised, this may not be appropriate for all canine friends.
The views from this spot won't disappoint and there are several options to hike in and out depending on the amount of time you have. There isn't much fresh water available even in the rainy season, so be prepared to carry in water.
GuideThis is probably the most beautiful coastal location in the state of Maine. The campsites are very limited and this is a popular spot. Show up early to get one!
We did it as a weekend backpacking trip with the dog. Campsites are all located in gorgeous spots, but there is very little running water. We did find some to filter but would recommend bringing at least 5L per person and another 2L or more depending on the size of your dog. We have a cocker spaniel so she’s not huge but she’s black and over heats easily so she did drink a fair amount of our water. there is a commode of sorts at each campsite but you can’t be shy! It’s definitely not enclosed. Just a toilet seat in the woods. I think our neighbors kids saw my butt. There were no signs about alcohol but keep in mind you have to pack everything out. We packed in a beer each for a wonderful backpacking treat. Worth the weight.
There are a ton of resources and write ups, check out the website and do your homework.
Baileyville campsites sit along the eastern Maine border, with multiple options along tidal waters that fluctuate up to 24 feet daily. Summer temperatures typically range from 52-76°F, with high humidity in July and August. Campgrounds in the region offer varied terrain from wooded sites to open lakefront locations, with many requiring advanced preparation due to limited services.
Kayaking island campsites: Paddle from the boat launch at Third Machias Lake to access primitive island camping. "It can be a rough paddle if it's windy. This lake is HUGE and can and has gotten 2-3 foot waves when the weather is not so great. It usually takes us about an hour to get to the island we camp on," notes Tina D.
Lighthouse exploration: Visit West Quoddy lighthouse when staying at Sunset Point RV Park. "We received a hearty welcome from Cindy when we checked in. After we paid, she gave us the lowdown on what we should see and do in the small town of Lubec, especially the West Quoddy house lighthouse which despite its name, is the easternmost point where you can see the sunrise in the US," explains Lee D.
Beach combing: Explore the expansive gravel beach at Huckins Beach, which features hard-packed sand at low tide. The dramatic tidal changes create different shoreline experiences throughout the day, with nearby Bold Coast offering dramatic rocky cliffs and ocean views.
Wildlife viewing: Watch for marine wildlife from campground shorelines. "There is a lot of wildlife and waterlife - we saw many seals and cormorants in the water, as well as a few eagles," reports Heather C. from Cobscook Bay State Park.
Private wooded sites: Cobscook Bay State Park Campground features natural separation between campsites. "The park is big, and many sites are very far apart - we had almost complete privacy. There are both reservable and non reservable sites. Some sites have Adirondack shelters," notes Heather C.
Lake swimming: Gardner Lake offers clear water for swimming. "Amazing lakefront lot, very private and comes with a big common area to BBQ and clean Port-a-Potty on the top of the 1 acre sloped lot. Brought our own kayak to enjoy Gardner and Second Lakes!" shares Claudia G. about Tom's Retreat.
Budget-friendly options: Machias Rips Campsite provides free dispersed camping with basic amenities. "Sitting only an hour from Ellsworth and Bangor ME this is a nature lovers dream! The dirt road leading to the camp can be easily missed if not paying attention! But is clearly marked with a blue sign at the head of the road," John R. explains.
Lake views: Waterfront sites allow for direct water access and views. "Lovely place on a small lake. Staff was wonderful, the site was lovely with a great view of the lake. The lake was clean and we swam, kayaked and crossed the lake on paddle boards," reports Pamela H.
Cell service limitations: Many campgrounds have spotty coverage. "There isn't wifi, my car (ATT) got better service than my phone (Tmobile)," notes Bethany K. about Keenes Lake. At Third Machias Lake, campers report needing to drive 20 minutes for signal.
Extreme tides: The region experiences significant tidal changes that affect shoreline access. "Beware of the tides which are some of the highest in the country of nearly 20 feet. If you come in at low tide you will have a very long way to carry your canoe/kayak," warns Nancy W.
Insect protection: Beyond standard mosquito protection, blackflies can be intense in early summer. "Camp sites today are very buggy - bring your repellent and/or netting," advises Gary about Machias Rips.
Logging traffic: Access roads to some campgrounds pass through active logging areas. "This is a logging road, beware of log trucks. Pull OVER when you see one and let them pass. They are going really fast with really big loads of logs," cautions Tina D.
Playground access: Huckins Beach and Trail offers kid-friendly camping with nearby play areas. "There are a few open areas for picnicking or just relaxing, as well as a play area for kids," shares a reviewer.
Beach activities: Low tide exposes expansive sand flats for exploration. "The preserve has an expansive gravel beach and hard pack sand when the tide goes out," notes Nancy W., making it ideal for children to explore marine life.
Fishing opportunities: Lakes and rivers offer productive fishing. "Great spot to fish and swim! I've caught smallmouth bass, chubs and trout in the river so far! Black and silver Jerk baits work great," advises John R.
Dog-friendly trails: Multiple pet-friendly campgrounds welcome dogs on trails and beaches. "Dogs are permitted in the campground and on most trails but there is one section where they are prohibited due to shorebird nesting habitat and they must be leashed and picked up after," explains Nancy W., making these dog friendly campgrounds near Baileyville ideal for families with pets.
Site selection: When booking at Keenes Lake Family Campground, request level sites. "We stayed here one night in mid September. There are new owners and they are really nice people. It is hard to get a level site but the owner let us pick what was best for us based on what was available," advises Cheryl K.
RV size limitations: Many campgrounds have limited space for larger rigs. "Limited RV sites and very limited for over 20 feet," warns Pamela H. about Cobscook Bay State Park Campground.
Weather considerations: High winds can damage equipment. "Warning: do not leave your awning out while you are away from your camper as the winds can really pick up in the afternoon and damage them," cautions Nancy W.
Access road conditions: Some campgrounds have challenging approach roads. "The road is decent, maybe a few spots to watch out for, and they ask you to keep the speed down (5mph) so they are trying to take care of it (or not let it get torn up too much)," explains Bethany K.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Baileyville, ME?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Baileyville, ME is Keenes Lake Family Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 5 reviews.
What is the best site to find dog-friendly camping near Baileyville, ME?
TheDyrt.com has all 30 dog-friendly camping locations near Baileyville, ME, with real photos and reviews from campers.
Keep Exploring
