Deer Isle, ME is a great camping destination for adventurers of all types. Camping, hiking, biking: however you want to spend your days near Deer Isle, you'll find great campgrounds with The Dyrt. Get the dirt on all the best camping near Deer Isle. Browse campgrounds by amenities, site types, and more.
$22 - $60 / night
"This campground is quiet, walking distance to the ocean. Family oriented. There are however, no showers. Most of the walk in campsites are only steps away from the parking lot."
"We stayed at the tent walk in sites (D25) The sites are close together but otherwise, well maintained."
$30 - $60 / night
"Close proximity to Bar Harbor and a lot of the main attractions of the national park. Showers are just outside of the entrance to the campground, coin operated."
"Super short walk down a path to the oceans edge complete with cliffs, rocks and waves!! Just really a lovely place to camp. Close to many other attractions in the park!"
$29 - $39 / night
"Beautiful, quiet location with views of the deer isle bridge and access to walking the beach. Owners are so nice and friendly and accommodating. Sites are mostly private and have space. Very clean."
"Really great views of the ocean and Deer Isle. Stayed at site 8 which had unobstructed views of ocean and close to path to beach. Def worth the visit"
"Desert, Maine which is right next to the fabulous town of Bar Harbor and Acadia National Forest."
"Our site was right next to a potable water spigot, and within easy walking distance to a bathroom building which includes full plumbing and metered showers (4 quarters for 5 minutes)."
$25 - $45 / night
"Camden Hills SP is a no contest campground if you are visiting Camden and surrounding MidCoast areas. 9 out of 10 times I visit Camden (one of my favorite places in Maine), I stay at this campground."
" As with all real estate, location, location ! The camp is well situated amongst many Maine towns all of which are worth a visit to."
"This campground has beautiful tent sites along the waters edge."
"It 11 miles to Bar Harbor town proper and only 8.7 miles to the Hulls Cove Acadia National Park visitors center and the entrance to the Cadillac Mountain Summit Road."
"My boyfriend and I drove all around looking for a camping place in the Bar Harbor area but nothing was open because it was the end of April."
"Esthetically it is a little rough around the edges, so as we pulled in our first impressions were not great. However, the site we were in was quite nice with enough room for 22' camper."
"Multiple sights with beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. This campground has every possible kind of sight, RV, pop-up, tent, Cabin, Rustic Cabin, and tents on platforms."
"It has all the things is usually stay away from because I like a little bit more primitive accomadations- less family style."
"Tent campers have a much prettier space than RV, as with most campgrounds, and they have a lot across the main road which is perfect for tent camping. if you have multiple sites for large gatherings you"
"There are homes close by, but they are fenced off and really are out of sight, so it's not really an issue. The Bass Harbor Lighthhouse is literally 500 feet away."
"My wife and I stayed at Somes Sound for 4 nights on our Maine honeymoon trip in July. We absolutely loved our stay. We set up at camp site 9. Incredible view of the sound/water."
"I showed up to Maine unprepared with a place to stay. Somes Sound View Campground was the only campground I could find in the area with availability."
GuideWe stayed here one night in September in a Tuesday. Quiet, very few people. Had a non electric site without water and paid the same price as the state park in Camden. This place had much nicer showers and bathrooms. Would return!
GuideThe campground is beautiful. The sunsets amazing. We are so close to all the activities in the area. People are super friendly and the staff is helpful.
TravelerNice site one of the more expensive campgrounds in the area. Polite staff I asked if I could rinse off the front and back of Airstream as they have dusty roads here. The said no not even without soap. I asked no we are on a well. First time I was told no in two years of travel . Even in upscale parks most let you rinse the bugs off
Not a real complaint just a note .
GuideSo we got there & was escorted to our spot which seemed nice. It took awhile to get rid of them so we could get set up.
We got everything set and we have a mat we put down. Well, the grass is like straw & we were not allowed to have the mat on their dead grass??
In our spot, for 6 nights, we had no shade at all!!! All these nice ocean front ones that were there we assigned to people there for 2-3 days! Wth!!!
Their honey wagon waa broke down so we had to pull everything in to empty our grey water.
I went and asked about how much the laundry machines were and 30 mins later it was a little painful. You have to sign up to do laundry and schedule your time. Ok, well I did 2 loads for $14 and my hours was up and one load was not completely dry. She explained that ONE TIME some families got their clothes mixed up as they were all trying to leave at one morning. So, instead of them looking at this as an exception, they put this sign up system in place. So, complete overreaction and changed every other's experience in the future.
As our neighbor described it as a RIDGED HOA. The kind that worry about everything you do and don't do.
ScoutCorporations are buying up the private campgrounds and charging ridiculous prices. The three around Campden, ME have 4 day minimums making the most basic RV site $ 225 to $260 per stay.
ScoutThe Campground offers basically everything that’s needed for a good experience. There are kids amenities and activities, there’s a shop inside of the campground with a little of everything you might need. We rented a site next to the ocean, and it was great!
GuideI’m always appreciative when booking KOA. This site did not disappoint. Tricky parking but wonderful to have the views to myself and one other neighbor. Beach front, able to swim and SUP right from the campsite. Amazing fire pit. Bathrooms are far, and only 3 showers, one was down. But they were clean. Overall will book again.
RangerThis place is the perfect mix of feeling like you're rustic camping on the water with decent amenities. Not many RV's will fit so, mostly tent camping. Un-level sites have platforms to put your tent on. The office even has hammer and nails for you to use to secure everything. Fresh ground local coffee every morning and local Giffords ice cream at night at their "Gathering Place". Kids ride their bikes everywhere. I'd say kids get to be just the right amount of feral here. It's a safe, quiet and fun park. Best you'll find on MDI and in Maine. It's one of our top in the USA, to be honest.
ScoutA 1/2 mile from the coast and Pemaquid Point Lighthouse. No complaints. Shower, laundry, and ice available on-site. Each campsite also has water and an electrical outlet for charging your devices.
Camping near Deer Isle, Maine, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you’re looking for a quiet retreat or a family-friendly adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
Camping near Deer Isle, Maine, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Enjoy the great outdoors and make some lasting memories!
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are the best campgrounds on Deer Isle, Maine?
Deer Isle offers a mix of mainland and island camping experiences. Oceanfront Camping @ Reach Knolls is highly regarded for its quiet location, ocean views, and private sites with beach access. For adventurous campers, the Deer Isle Archipelago offers island camping through the Maine Island Trail Association (MITA). Marshall Island features beautiful wooded sites near Sand Cove with gorgeous beaches. Other excellent MITA options include Buckle Island, Wheat Island, and Saddleback Island, each offering unique coastal camping experiences. For those seeking mainland accommodations, there are also options near Stonington on the southern part of Deer Isle.
What amenities do Deer Isle campgrounds offer?
Amenities at Deer Isle campgrounds vary widely depending on the type of camping experience. Maine Wild Blueberry Bliss offers private campsites on open, flat land with plenty of space for camping setups. This private land camping provides a unique blueberry field setting with multiple sites offering different views and privacy levels. The island camping options through the Maine Island Trail Association like Wheat Island are more primitive, focusing on natural beauty rather than facilities. Mainland campgrounds typically provide basic amenities like clean restrooms, outdoor showers, and some offer water access. Most sites are well-maintained with good spacing between campers for privacy.
Can you RV camp on Deer Isle, Maine?
Yes, RV camping is available on Deer Isle, though options are more limited than tent camping. Greenlaw's RV Park & Campground near Stonington accommodates RVs with appropriate hookups and facilities. For a unique experience, Maine Wild Blueberry Bliss has flat, open land with ample room for RVs, particularly at site #2. When planning an RV trip to Deer Isle, consider that some areas of the island have narrow, winding roads that may be challenging for larger rigs. It's advisable to call ahead to confirm site dimensions and accessibility, especially during peak summer months when availability is limited.
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