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Sandy Pines Campground and Bayley's Camping Resort welcome pets with designated pet-friendly accommodations including tent sites, RV spots, cabins, and glamping options. Both campgrounds maintain clean, well-maintained grounds with full hookup sites featuring water, electric, and sewer connections. Leashed pets are permitted throughout the camping areas, though some restrictions apply in shared facilities. Bayley's Camping Resort features a dedicated dog park, though some visitors note it could be larger and has many trees limiting running space. Most campgrounds in the area require pets to be leashed except in designated off-leash areas. The campgrounds maintain strict policies about cleaning up after pets, with waste stations available throughout the properties. Many seasonal campers bring their dogs, creating a pet-friendly atmosphere throughout the camping season from May through mid-October.
The dog park at Sun Outdoors Old Orchard Beach Downtown receives positive mentions for being well-maintained, while Wild Acres Sun RV Resort offers two connected dog parks providing ample space for pets to exercise. Several campgrounds provide trolley service to nearby beaches, though pet owners should note that many Maine state parks restrict dogs during peak summer months (May 1-September 30). Old Orchard Beach Campground's dog park, while small, is described as very well-kept by visitors. Most campgrounds in the area charge no additional pet fees but do require proof of current vaccinations upon check-in. Some campgrounds tag pets upon arrival to help return them if they get loose. The proximity to beaches makes these locations popular for pet owners, though seasonal restrictions apply at public beaches. For longer stays, the nearby town of Biddeford offers veterinary services and pet supply stores within a short drive of most campgrounds.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Biddeford Pool (135)
1. Sandy Pines Campground
"Beautiful setting, lots of trees, bordering on beautiful marsh area. Many different types of campsites: rent, RV, seasonal RV, cottages, glamping tents and cabins etc."
"Dogs are welcome. Big rig friendly. Very close to attractions and restaurants and stores. We will be back next year with friends. We camped in our Minnie Winnie travel trailer."
2. Bayley's Camping Resort
"We like to stay in the “south section” which tends to have less kids because it is farther away from the “action.”"
"Right next to the road. So yes lots of family glamping fun. But not for those looking for a more visceral Maine camping experience."
3. Wild Duck Adult Campground & RV Park
"Spent three nights in a nice sized, quiet spot, on the camps’ outside loop. The park is well located, near the beach, shopping, and with access to Portland."
"This adult only campground is peaceful and quiet, with the sounds of birds and the trees being the main thing you hear - it is quite relaxing. "
4. Old Orchard Beach Campground
"There is a small, but very well-kept dog park. On top of all that there is pinball, Pac-Man, and pool table! "
"There are lots of amenities in the campground like a basketball court, Wiffle ball field, horseshoes, badminton, playgrounds, arcade, swimming pools and hot tub, group bonfire, and dog park."
Check Availabilityfrom $100 - $145 / night
5. Paradise Park Resort
"Great campground, it is walking distance to Old Orchard beach and has large sites. Many family activities including fishing, 2 pools, a dog park, and a snack shack."
"Lots of barking dogs."
Check Availabilityfrom $63 / night
6. Wild Acres Sun RV Resort
"This was a nicely shaded and quiet park, even with kids running around. There was a nice pool for the kiddos, as well as kayaks and water toys for the pond, which looks like a lake."
"Extremely crowded, close sites, and heavy car traffic in walking and bike areas. Sun night was way quieter than Fri and Sat night."
Check Availabilityfrom $60 - $400 / night
7. Red Apple Campground
"This campground is located near Kennebunkport in Arundel, Maine. Campsites are well-spaced and have level asphalt pads. Ours came with picnic table and fire pit."
"Has a beach. lake has a no motor requirement. Also trails to wonder"
8. Wild Acres Tent & Trailer Park
"Great huge campground only a walk to the beach from one entrance. Train goes by close to sites near beach access! Most sites are gravel.. clean clean clean"
"And of course the beach was walking distance which was the biggest draw for us. If you have little ones, time your beach trips with low tide. The waves crash pretty hard at high tide."
9. Hemlock Grove Campground
"Campground is beautifully set in the woods off of main road . Our site was towards camp store and road so had a bit of road noise but wasn’t bad . Sites are spacious , level , with gravel pads ."
"Maine Diner was fantastic! WiFi worked great, cable tv also. No pool but the beach is nearby."
Check Availabilityfrom $44 - $58 / night
10. Sun Outdoors Old Orchard Beach Downtown
"They allowed me to drive around and look at the other campsites as I was needing a site with limited/no tree coverage."
"Nice pool; playground for kids, can walk to old orchard; or they have a bus also!"
Drive Time
- 51 min from Portland, ME
- 58 min from Lewiston, ME
- 1 hr 24 min from Manchester, NH
- 1 hr 44 min from Boston, MA
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Biddeford Pool, ME
855 Reviews of 135 Biddeford Pool Campgrounds
Nancy W.
LegendBoothbay Craft Brewery & RV Resort
Great place to camp near a fun Maine town
This campground has expanded over the years from a handful of pull-thru sites(1-5) to now a larger camping section with back-in sites. Campsites are gravel with 30/50-amp full hook-ups. There is a no hook-up Harvest Host site, if you are a member and want to stay one night. There is a laundry and bathhouse that has private restrooms and showers. The high speed wifi worked great. Other amenities include a dump station, common picnic area, and propane fill-up. We find the campsites are pretty close with not a lot of privacy between them but the advantage of camping here is being at the brewery and close to downtown Boothbay Harbor. The brewery offers great food ranging from BBQ to wood fired pizza and has a good selection of beers and also offers wine. The outside patio is a fun place to hang out when the weather is nice but they also have an inside eating area that is super cozy. We love just having a short walk home after a pizza and couple of beers. Boothbay Harbor is a great coastal Maine town with lots of shopping and restaurants. We signed up for a boat tour that took us around the harbor and out to a lighthouse. The tour was narrated and a fun way to spend an afternoon. We love the local nature preserves for hiking and don’t miss the trools at the botanical garden. Bet’s Fish Fry is delicious for fish and chips, but beware the hours are very limited so check before you go.
Rebecca W.
ScoutBearcamp River Campground
Bearcamp River Campground
Bear camp River campground is a great place to camp for a weekend or be a seasonal. You can walk 6/10 of a mile to the covered bridge nearby and float right down to the beach at the campground or you can start on one side of the campground and float to the other via river for a good 30 minute float!! You get to Camp right on the Riverside. Owners (Mike and Tabby ) are great. Good place for the kids to run around and explore. The Camp store has sweatshirts and sweatpants , candy and snacks ,s’mores kits, and much much more. They also sell wood and ice on site. There is also hot showers for free, and bathrooms. Two thumbs up from this happy camper.
- Nancy W.Legend
Sea-Vu West Premier RV Resort
Pleasantly surprised.
This campground is mostly seasonal, privately owned park models, but has 45 spaces for RV’s. I was a little skeptical about staying at this campground with so many park models and seasonals but was pleasantly surprised at how nice, clean, and tidy all the sites were. They obviously take pride in how things look because the grounds and campsites were very well-kept.
All campsites are 50/30-amp full hook-up with level gravel pads with grassy patios, a picnic table, and fire pit. We stayed in site#702 which was long enough for our 45’ motorhome and tow car. All the utilities were easy to reach and the electric worked well. The only problem was that we were parked under a large oak tree that was profusely shedding large acorns. There are some sites that are in the open which I would definitely choose, if I came back in the fall. The campground is gated which is a nice feature. It is located a mile or so off Route 1 which means you don’t get the road noise and traffic, but still conveniently located near shops and restaurants.
One nice feature are the shaded walking trails in the park. While they are not super long, it is a nice change from walking the roads (which are paved). Other amenities include a decent size swimming pool (closed while we were there), a basketball court, playground, laundry, and camp store. I thought it was a little expensive at $75/night (for full hook-up) at the end of the season, especially since the pool was closed.
- Nancy W.Legend
Sun Outdoors Wells Beach
Tight sites and expensive, busy area along the Maine coast
We stopped here in the summer to check out the coastal towns in southern Maine. There are many campgrounds in the area and we chose this one because they had a 25% off coupon (on a 7-night stay) which gave us the best nightly price in the area. However, the nightly rate was still$74/night, one reason being they charge a “resort fee” of$15/day which is ridiculous. This is a typical resort-style campground with lots of amenities (most of which we never use). But, for some people, this is a destination campground because of all the amenities- a large heated swimming pool, basketball courts, sand volleyball, bocce, fitness center, two playgrounds, 18-hole minigolf (that you pay extra for), and more.
The campsites in the front of the park are sandwiched between the swimming pool and Route 1 which is very busy and noisy. Campsites in the far back portion of the campground are shaded and a much quieter section. Camping pads and patios are a mix of gravel and sand. Many sites have shade and some have an astroturf patio (I think those are “premium” sites). Our campsite was in the middle section which was fairly quiet but the sites are close together with no privacy. The site was a long and level pull thru with a gravel pad and gravel/sand patio. All sites have a picnic table and fire pit.
There is a tent-only section and they have renal cabins. There is lots to do for families in the area including the beach and amusement and water parks. Restaurants of all sorts are nearby. You can easily walk to Congdon’s Donuts which is a Maine classic.
- Nancy W.Legend
Shore Hills Campground & RV Park
Been coming here for years and always enjoy it.
We’ve camped here for over fifteen years and always have a great experience. The campground has nice sites, water access, nature preserves and hiking within a short distance and is close to Boothbay Harbor and many other beautiful coastal Maine Towns. Since we have a big-rig, we choose to stay in the full hook-up section in the front (sites 100-149) that has long level pull thru and back-in sites. The only downside of this section is that the sites are in the open with few trees for shade and no privacy between sites. Some sites have a wooden deck on the patio with a railing around it and others have a grassy/gravel patio. RV’s 36’ or less have more choice for sites whether you want shade in the woods or waterfront. Hookups are variable (regarding electric) so be sure to check the map before picking a campsite. A dump station is located in the front of the campground. There are two bathhouses (each with laundry) that are at both ends of the park. Waterfront sites are beautiful with a view of the marsh and tidal river. Just be aware that the tides are 10-12 feet and when the tide is out, you are looking at a mudflat. There are also tent sites that are nicely wooded. Access to the park is easy off the main road and the roads within the campground are easy to navigate. The campground accepts cash or check only. There is no online booking, you either call them directly or fill out a form and mail it to them. There is a kayak launch and the campground does have boats for rent. A great amenity is the shuttle that takes you to downtown Boothbay Harbor since the parking downtown is expensive.
- Nancy W.Legend
Seacoast Camping and RV Resort
Nice Campground, Love the area!
This is a nice, clean, well-maintained campground for RV and tenting. The campground is located on Route 1 which means you are convenient to a lot of things but there is lots of traffic. Half the campground is seasonal/long term campers and the other side is mostly transients. The roads and campsites are fine crushed gravel with nice grassy patios. The campground is very well maintained (the best part being that the mower collects they cut the grass so no clippings get tracked in your camper). There are some mature trees that provide shade but don’t impede navigating in and out of sites or impacting slide outs.
Campsites range from tent with water/electric to RV water/electric and RV full hook-up 50-amp and full hook-up 30-amp. There are three bathhouses on the property (one of which has a dishwashing sink) and laundry. Tent sites 50-55 are in an are set away from RV sites and more private. They are also close to a large bathhouse with multiple toilets and showers. Tent sites 90-100 are across from a large playground which can be quite chaotic, but if you have kids, this is a great spot.
Our site (#147) was a long pull-thru with a descent amount of space between our neighbors. We got about half a dozen over-the-air channels (one being a major network station) and were able to connect with eastern arc satellites with our Dish Satellite. The 50A electric was good as was the water pressure.
The campground does not have much in the way of amenities except for a game room, basketball court, and playground. The game room is pretty cool with lots of arcade-style games, a pool table, foosball, and table tennis. While we were there, they just finished putting in all new playground equipment and enlarged the size making it really big and a hit with the kids in the park. Once convenience is that maintenance picks up garbage at your site (between 8am– 3pm). Unfortunately, people leave them out after hours and animals got into them and scattered garbage everywhere. We've stayed here before and always enjoy being in the area as it is close to the fun cities of Portsmouth and Newburyport.
- KKurt B.Scout
Hampton Beach State Park Campground
Oceanfront camping at its best—full hookups just steps from the beach. Located in popular Hampton Beach, you'll be close to nightly bandshell concerts and vibrant nightlife. There is a lottery system in place for stays during the summer.
- DDwain S.Scout
Salisbury Beach State Reservation
Showers were a bit cold. Site had rubbish scattered about.
Guide to Biddeford Pool
Pet-friendly camping options near Biddeford Pool, Maine center around the coastal marsh ecosystems that characterize this section of Maine's coastline. The area sits at sea level with tidal marshes creating distinct habitats for shore birds and marine life. Most campgrounds operate seasonally from May through mid-October, with temperatures ranging from 50-80°F during camping season and frequent morning fog along the coastal areas.
What to do
Kayaking on marsh waterways: Several campgrounds offer direct marsh access. At Wild Duck Adult Campground, "you can launch a kayak from the campground, but I would not recommend it. There is a culvert under Rt 9 that you need to pass under which is dangerous - the Audubon Center informed us that people have flipped in the culvert due to the current," warns one camper. Consider using the nearby Audubon center for safer launching.
Explore Eastern Trail: Cycling and walking opportunities abound on this converted rail trail. "This campground is about a mile from the Eastern Trail through the Scarborough Marsh. This quiet campground is peaceful and quiet, with the sounds of birds and the trees being the main thing you hear," notes a visitor at Wild Duck Adult Campground.
Beach access options: Multiple campgrounds provide beach transportation. At Wild Acres Sun RV Resort, "it's the closest campground to the beach around. Quick walk to the sand and just a little further to the pier," according to one reviewer. Some properties offer shuttle services during peak season.
What campers like
Adult-only environment: For those seeking quieter surroundings, specific options exist. "This adult only campground is peaceful and quiet, with the sounds of birds and the trees being the main thing you hear - it is quite relaxing," notes a Wild Duck Adult Campground visitor. These properties typically enforce age restrictions of 21+ for all guests.
Clean bathroom facilities: Sandy Pines Campground receives consistent praise for cleanliness: "Cleanest nicest bathrooms and showers I've ever seen camping. Also fun game areas and a beautiful store which has good food too!" Many campgrounds feature upgraded private shower rooms rather than communal facilities.
Fall season visits: Several campgrounds remain open through mid-October. "We stayed here to see the fall colors. The park is laid out very nice. The sites are nice size with gravel. They are under trees so we could watch the colors change," notes a Sandy Pines visitor. Fall offers reduced crowds and seasonal activities in nearby communities.
What you should know
Train noise considerations: Some campgrounds advertise ocean proximity but have rail lines between the property and beach. At Wild Acres Sun RV Resort, one camper notes: "The campground map is missing the train tracks that are between the campground and the ocean. The trains all blow their horn and you will hear it if you're at one of the sites 'by the ocean'."
Mosquito prevalence: The marsh ecosystems support abundant insect life. At Hemlock Grove Campground, "The mosquitoes were pesky so bring repellent." Bug pressure tends to be highest in early morning and evening hours, particularly in wooded sites near water.
Site spacing variations: Campground layouts vary significantly in privacy levels. At Old Orchard Beach Campground, one visitor noted, "We liked the sections in the back (Bear Brook and Black Forest) which are set away from the entrance and the majority of activities." Research specific site locations when booking.
Tips for camping with families
Swimming options: Multiple campgrounds feature pools for children. At Paradise Park Resort, "This campground is very cute, oriented to families and couples. There are multiple pools and playgrounds. One pool has a hot tub for kids. There's also paddleboats available to rent." Most pools operate from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Bicycle-friendly roads: Many campgrounds feature flat, paved pathways. "The streets are flat for the kids to bike. They offer fun dances with kid games at night. My kids love it here!" reports a Paradise Park visitor. Helmets remain required for children under 16 on most properties.
International atmosphere: During peak summer season, expect diverse camping neighbors. "We were surprised by the amount of French speaking campers from Quebec! We loved the diversity it brought," mentions one Paradise Park visitor. Some campgrounds provide bilingual staff during high season.
Tips from RVers
Seasonal site considerations: Many properties host long-term seasonal campers. "We have stayed at Wild Acres both before and after Sun Outdoors acquired it. We have had a great time each time we stay," notes one return visitor. Seasonal sites typically require separate reservation processes with deposits due 6-12 months in advance.
Big rig accessibility: Site dimensions vary significantly between campgrounds. At Bayley's Camping Resort, "Our campsite was level with a grassy patio, picnic table, fire pit, 50A FHU and cable. Roads in the park are gravel and can get dusty but the staff did use dust-abatement issues that worked pretty well." Call ahead to confirm turning radius requirements for larger units.
Shoulder season benefits: Consider camping outside peak summer dates. "Nightly rates in peak season are outrageous but you can find much cheaper rates if you stay in the shoulder season or go with 30 amp electric and no sewer," advises a Bayley's visitor. Most campgrounds offer significant discounts in May, early June, and after Labor Day.
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