Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Cape Neddick, ME

Dixons Coastal Maine Campground welcomes pets at their sites in Cape Neddick, offering accommodation options for tent camping, RVs, cabins, yurts, and glamping experiences. The campground provides pet owners with dedicated facilities including water hookups, electric service, and fire pits where dogs can relax beside their owners. Thousand Trails Moody Beach, located nearby in Moody, maintains similar pet-friendly policies for campers with dogs, featuring full hookup sites with 50-amp service. Their dog park provides a designated area for pets to exercise off-leash, though the space is described as relatively small compared to other campgrounds in the region. Most pet-friendly campgrounds in the area require dogs to be leashed when not in designated off-leash areas and limit the number of pets per site. Reviews indicate many sites provide sufficient space between neighbors for comfortable dog walking and setup of outdoor pet gear.

The proximity to coastal areas makes these campgrounds particularly appealing for dogs who enjoy water activities. While exploring nearby beaches, pet owners should verify seasonal pet policies as some restrict dog access during peak summer months. Several campgrounds in the area feature fenced dog parks with agility equipment, with Wakeda Campground receiving specific mention for its spacious, well-maintained dog exercise area. The concentration of pet-friendly campgrounds near Cape Neddick provides multiple options regardless of camping style preference. During high season, reservations for pet-friendly sites should be secured well in advance as these sites often fill quickly. Most campgrounds enforce quiet hours that include barking regulations, and many provide waste stations throughout the grounds. Some campgrounds tag pets upon check-in with identification in case they get separated from their owners during the camping trip.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Cape Neddick, Maine (111)

    1. Libbys Oceanside Camp

    9 Reviews
    York Harbor, ME
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 363-4171

    $50 - $125 / night

    "Spot 83 looks large and level which it is, but everyone cuts thru and allows pets to do their business on your site. Mgt staff is absolutely fantastic! So friendly and helpful."

    "Libby's Oceanfront Campground York, Maine gives campers a mesmerizing coastline scene experience' you will experience stunning sunsets and sunrises over the horizon of the Atlantic Ocean' Sitting in your"

    2. Dixons Coastal Maine Campground

    9 Reviews
    Cape Neddick, ME
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 363-3626

    "Our plan was to spend two nights for a rest from driving. The day spent here was to wander along the coast and bask in the sea air. So this was a pretty good campground for that purpose."

    "It seems that most of them on the coast of Maine are. "

    3. Thousand Trails Moody Beach

    10 Reviews
    Ogunquit, ME
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Consider the Thousand Trails membership when booking this site. Our annual membership fees basically covered what it would cost to camp here for two weeks."

    "Pet friendly also. You will love it here."

    4. Sandy Pines Campground

    22 Reviews
    Cape Porpoise, ME
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 967-2483

    "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."

    5. York Beach Camper Park

    5 Reviews
    Cape Neddick, ME
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (207) 363-1343

    "A small but trees all around rv park. This is no thrills with basic WiFi. It is about 10 min walk to short sands beach in York."

    "On the coast of Maine"

    6. Sun Outdoors Wells Beach

    8 Reviews
    Wells, ME
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 646-7570

    $47 - $90 / night

    "Great location, dog friendly. Very clean."

    "While this is a large campground, requiring rules to be followed for everyone’s sake, it is in an excellent location."

    7. Beaver Dam Campground

    8 Reviews
    North Berwick, ME
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 698-2267

    "Campground is superior in its warmth, cleanliness, dog friendly and access to points of interest."

    "IT is 9 miles from Wells Maine which is on the ocean.  LOTS OF GREAT restaurants there and nearby, like Ogunquit Maine and York Maine, etc. "

    8. Old Stage Campground

    9 Reviews
    Madbury, NH
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 742-4050

    $43 - $47 / night

    "Walking distance to rest rooms and showers. Great owners. 1st trip in a hurricane."

    "Learning to get away from the bad campers."

    9. Sea Coast Camping and RV Resort

    10 Reviews
    North Hampton, NH
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (603) 964-5730

    "So clean, friendly staff and plenty to do here or close by. Minutes away from some very nice beaches"

    "Their location is close to Hampton Beach and Rye sea walk and good restaurants including a doughnut shop within walking distance."

    10. Sea-Vu West Premier RV Resort

    3 Reviews
    Wells, ME
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 646-0785

    "The close location to dining, motorcycle rides, wide/grassy sites and quietness all contribute to a very good stay. The staff are very friendly and helpful if needed."

    "Place is very clean and close to the beech. Staff is very friendly and accommodating"

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Cape Neddick, ME

665 Reviews of 111 Cape Neddick Campgrounds


  • B
    Oct. 23, 2021

    Dixons Coastal Maine Campground

    Short stay, good experience

    This was a waypoint for our trip to Deer Isle. Our plan was to spend two nights for a rest from driving. The day spent here was to wander along the coast and bask in the sea air. So this was a pretty good campground for that purpose. We were here the very end of August on a Monday and there were very few campers. This is an old style campground where they escort you to your site and help get you in if you need help. It is family oriented with playgrounds and a pool. Pet friendly, quiet when we were there. It is not far from Ogunquit and Cape Neddick. The facilities appeared clean and functional, we did not use them though, we had water and electric hookups. The site we were on did not have much privacy but many others did. There are sites with trees over head as well. Don’t miss Nubble Light House and Fox’s Lobster house. Around the corner is a great Ice Cream shop.

  • P
    May. 4, 2020

    Cape Neddick Oceanside Campground

    Tents and tent trailers only

    Great view of cape Neddick harbor at this campground for tents and tent trailers only. This is also weekly or longer rental spots.

  • Pawsfuradventure T.
    Jul. 22, 2018

    Wakeda Campground, LLC

    Beautiful forest

    We stayed At Wakeda Campground overnight during a trip from Maine back to Long Island, NY. It was located very close off of 95 and allows pets. We were overwhelmed by the beautiful massive forest. The campground was splendid with old tall, pine trees everywhere. They offered electric, water, and sewer hook up, trading post that had camping goods and snacks, WiFi hotspot, pool table, and lounging area. They also had a game room, miniature golf, coffee shop and dog park.

    The first campsite they assigned to us was very secluded but unfortunately, we were coming in during a major rainstorm. That site was a little flooded so we chose another. It still had beautiful trees surrounding it but not as secluded from neighbors. There are also many seasonal campers there but all of their sites were beautifully decorated with flowers and such. Everyone was friendly that we encountered during our stay.

    We had bathrooms located near our site. They were four separate bathrooms that had a sink and toilet and were clean. They did offer showers in another area but I did not use them.

    Walking around we saw wild turkeys, bunnies, and a hummingbird. It would have been great if they offered a nature trail in the campground since the forest was so beautiful. There were paths that went into the woods but they were marked for employees only.

    The next day we wanted to go for a hike before we hit the road. Unfortunately, the state parks near the campsite do not allow dogs during late Spring to early Fall. Using our Bring Fido App, we found Rails to Trails nearby that we could bring our dog and hiking cat. We did the Salisbury Point Ghost Trail that was nice and shady, though flat, but a nice leisurely walk for all of us.

  • Paulina B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 21, 2024

    Thousand Trails Moody Beach

    Consider Thousand Trails Membership for Better Value

    Consider the Thousand Trails membership when booking this site. Our annual membership fees basically covered what it would cost to camp here for two weeks.

    The campground has good proximity to Orchard Beach and Portland. However, the spots are pretty tight, and the WiFi is awful away from the registration office. We were in the wooded area, but those camping on the outskirts seemed able to utilize their Starlink.

    The dog park and pool were small but nice. The bathroom facilities were pretty good, though they weren't cleaned as often as they should be.

  • C
    Apr. 11, 2021

    Paradise Park Resort

    Great clean campground

    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.

  • Ryan P.
    Aug. 31, 2022

    Gunstock Campground

    Amazing stay

    Large campsites, clean amenities, nice dog park, great store with everything you need and located near like Winni.

  • L
    Jul. 6, 2020

    Wakeda Campground, LLC

    Friendly, with a great location

    I came here last year with my dog.  We only stayed two nights.  It was his first time camping, so I made a note in my reservation request that I'd like a fairly remote site - just in case he got loud.  They put me in the perfect site, near the dog park (they have a dog park!).  When the forecast changed to thunderstorms, they let me switch my dates without any hassle.  The location is convenient for Newburyport, Portsmouth, and the Seacoast.   We ended up having a lovely stay.

    Just a note, I took my dog for a walk around the campground and noticed that many of the other sites were rather close together - including the cabins.  Some people don't mind, and even enjoy, close neighbors.  If you're like me, however, you'll want to ask for a more remote site.

    One more thing to note; I booked through Rover Pass and ended up paying them a fee.  Next time I'll contact the park directly.

    I'm looking forward to another trip soon!

  • p
    Jul. 18, 2021

    Wakeda Campground, LLC

    Great for kids and dogs!

    Nice clean camp ground. Beautiful dog park with agility course. Restrooms were clean and centrally located.

  • pThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 15, 2022

    Sun Outdoors Saco Old Orchard Beach

    Great place

    Absolutely beautiful! Clean, quiet, had a shaded site near the dog park which was awesome for us with our pups


Guide to Cape Neddick

Campgrounds near Cape Neddick provide access to southern Maine's coastal terrain, where salt marshes and rocky beaches characterize the landscape. The area receives approximately 47 inches of annual rainfall, with summer temperatures averaging 70-80°F. Most campgrounds are situated within 10 miles of popular beaches, allowing campers to balance woodland camping with coastal activities.

What to do

Beach exploration: 15-minute drive from Beaver Dam Campground to Wells Beach. "Beaver Dam Campground is superior in its warmth, cleanliness, dog friendly and access to points of interest. The owners are friendly and maintain the grounds which include lots of activities for young and old," notes Nancy.

Kayaking on nearby waterways: Paddle directly from Sandy Pines Campground into the salt marsh. "The back end of the campground is a salt marsh, campers can put in canoes and kayaks right from the campground," explains Steve K. Many sites offer views over the water, particularly at dawn.

Lighthouse visits: Cape Neddick's Nubble Lighthouse sits just 5 miles from most campgrounds. "Don't miss Nubble Light House and Fox's Lobster house. Around the corner is a great Ice Cream shop," recommends Bob W. who stayed at Dixons Coastal Maine Campground.

Antique shopping: Route 1 corridor features dozens of antique stores within 20 minutes of most campsites. "About an hour from Freeport Maine, Also Portland is not far and great food there. RT 1 is full of antique stores so get out of the well-known towns," suggests SANDIE B.

What campers like

Ocean views: Libbys Oceanside Camp offers premium oceanfront sites. "This campsite has a great view over the ocean towards the lighthouse. The site is very tidy and toilets clean! Everything you would need available," writes Olaf. Waterfront sites fill up 6-8 months in advance.

Clean facilities: Bathroom cleanliness receives consistent praise across campgrounds. "The facilities are spotless," notes stacy about Beaver Dam Campground. At Sandy Pines, "The laundry was very nice, clean and had big front-loading machines."

Pool access: Helpful during peak summer when beaches become crowded. "The pool is heated and very inviting," Celeste C. mentions about Sandy Pines. Several campgrounds maintain pools open through mid-September.

Pet exercise areas: While some campgrounds have dedicated dog areas, others offer walking trails around the property. "Our site was right on the pond," Pat notes about Beaver Dam, making it ideal for dogs who enjoy water access.

What you should know

Site spacing varies significantly: York Beach Camper Park has limited space between sites. "Some of the sites are rather small, but the one we stayed at was great," shares Katie R. Many campgrounds balance privacy with capacity.

Reservation timing: Most Cape Neddick area campgrounds book completely 3-6 months in advance for summer weekends. During July and August, even weekday reservations require planning.

Terrain considerations: Rocky ground common at several campgrounds. "All of the sights seem to have rocky ground, so I recommend a sleep pad and a footprint for your tent so you don't rip the bottom," advises katrina M. about Dixons Campground.

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