Midcoast Maine campgrounds near Edgecomb provide convenient access to coastal attractions while offering diverse camping environments from waterfront to wooded settings. Most RV parks in this region operate seasonally from May through mid-October, with limited winter options available. Camping sites typically range from $40 to $110 per night depending on hookups, location, and amenities.
What to do
Brewery visit and wood-fired pizza: Boothbay Craft Brewery & RV Resort combines camping with craft beer and dining options. "The brewery is really cool, and the wood fired pizza is some of my favorite. The folks who run this place are really friendly and accommodating," notes Joe R., who adds that cyclists can "easily ride the bike lane into town for some exploring without having to deal with tourist parking."
Explore coastal trails: Wild Duck Adult Campground offers access to the Eastern Trail through Scarborough Marsh. "This quiet campground is about a mile from the Eastern Trail through the Scarborough Marsh," reports Kevin W., who stayed in September. Another camper mentioned, "During sunrise and sunset, the marshes reflect the sun and give the perfect picture for relaxation."
Beach trolley access: For beach enthusiasts, Sun Outdoors Saco Old Orchard Beach provides convenient transportation. "There was a trolley to the beach but lots to do at the campground too," writes Erin M. Another camper noted, "Great location trolley will pick you up from the campground and take you to Old Orchard Beach. Very friendly staff."
Kayaking opportunities: Shore Hills Campground provides water access for paddlers. "The park has a short trail across to an island which our dog loved to run around on and jump in the water," explains one reviewer, who cautions, "The tides are crazy in Maine so be careful if you use the boat launch that you don't get stuck on a mud flat when the 9-11' tide disappears."
What campers like
Wooded privacy: Shore Hills Campground offers secluded sites among the trees. "They have some sites tucked in the woods that are super wide with huge patios and lots of privacy between you and your neighbor," notes one camper. Another visitor appreciated "the water views and the size of the sites."
Adult-only environment: Wild Duck Adult Campground provides a quieter atmosphere without children. "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," shares Heather C. Another visitor mentioned, "21+ up, I called here short notice and they were able to bring me in for a budget friendly price."
Maine blueberry pancakes: Sun Outdoors Saco Old Orchard Beach offers popular breakfast options. "The Maine blueberry pancakes were amazing! There was a trolley to the beach but lots to do at the campground too," reports Erin M. Another guest mentioned "pizza and breakfast is very good if you do not want to cook."
Clean facilities: Multiple campgrounds maintain well-kept bathhouses. At Sun Outdoors Saco Old Orchard Beach, one camper noted, "The bathrooms were the cleanest I've seen camping and the staff was incredibly friendly!" Greenlaw's RV Park received similar praise: "The amenities are all well done, limited in scope. The result is a quiet atmosphere."
What you should know
Reservation processes vary: Many campgrounds require phone reservations with different payment methods. At Shore Hills Campground, a reviewer noted, "Old school in that you have to call to make reservations and they do not accept credit cards." At Greenlaw's RV Park, "Once your reservation is made (we texted the owner to make ours) reservations are on the honor system that you show up. No prepayment was required."
Seasonal limitations: Most Edgecomb area campgrounds operate from May to October. Wild Acres RV Resort operates "Apr 30 - Oct 13" while Boothbay Craft Brewery & RV Resort notes that "next season there will be a brand new bathroom and laundry facility."
Noise considerations: Traffic and train sounds affect some campgrounds. At Boothbay Craft Brewery & RV Resort, a reviewer mentions, "If there is a down side to the park it would be the road noise. You are right off of Rt. 27, which is the main road into Boothbay Harbor." At Wild Acres Sun RV Resort, a camper cautions, "The trains all blow there horn and you will hear it if your at one of the site 'by the ocean'."
Insect preparation: Mosquitoes can be problematic in certain locations. At Wild Duck Adult Campground, one camper warns, "The only negative of this place was the mosquitoes. They were TERRIBLE. In the time it took after we parked the camper, to when I could dig the bug spray out of our truck I was covered in bites."
Tips for camping with families
Activity options: Sun Outdoors Saco Old Orchard Beach offers extensive recreational facilities. "There is a something for everyone at this campground. Beach, adventure course with zip line, 5 pools, activities for kids and adults, horse shoes, bands every weekend," shares Rhonda W. Another reviewer adds, "The adventure park was $25 but well worth it. The kids had a blast!"
Beach timing strategy: Plan beach visits around tides for the best experience. "If you have little ones, time your beach trips with low tide. The waves crash pretty hard at high tide," advises one camper at Wild Acres Tent & Trailer Park.
Weekend crowds: Expect busier conditions during weekends at popular campgrounds. "We stayed a weekday night and over the weekend and the weekend was crazy busy. A little too much," notes one camper at Wild Acres Sun RV Resort. Another visitor recommends, "We will however, never return on Labor Day weekend - way too noisy and quiet hours were not respected."
Multiple accommodation options: Several campgrounds offer cabins for families without camping equipment. At Sun Outdoors Saco Old Orchard Beach, "We stayed for 3 nights in a pop-up while my mother rented a cabin. We loved that were able to stay right next to each other and were still in nice wooded sites with an awesome space for the fire."
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Choose carefully based on privacy needs and rig size. At Wild Acres Sun RV Resort, one RVer advises, "More of a festival than an RV resort. Extremely crowded, close sites, and heavy car traffic in walking and bike areas. Not big rig friendly not overnight friendly." Another camper recommends, "I would stay at the campground again but will be sure not to be so close to the 'ocean'."
Leveling requirements: Some campgrounds have uneven sites requiring additional equipment. At Camden Hills RV Resort, a reviewer notes, "Our site was level but some are not very level and would have been a problem for us."
Tree clearance: Watch for low-hanging branches at wooded campgrounds. At Camden Hills RV Resort, one camper observed, "Lots of tall pine trees provide shade but also make it a little difficult to navigate the roads. We had to go pretty slow to avoid hitting tree branches. Parking under the pines also meant a lot of sap on our roof which was a bear to remove."
Internet connectivity: WiFi and cellular service varies significantly between locations. At Moorings Oceanfront RV Resort, a reviewer reported, "Our Verizon 4G phone and Hotspot worked great but we mostly used their free wifi which worked very well." Meanwhile, at Camden Hills RV Resort, "Wifi was a service you had to pay for which is almost unheard of in todays campgrounds."
