Best Campgrounds near Frankfort, ME

Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Frankfort, ME has a lot to offer. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in. Experience some of the most stunning views that Maine camping has to offer. At The Dyrt, campers like you share their favorite spots, plus tips and photos. No matter where you're headed in Frankfort, you'll find the best spot for you and your camping crew.

Best Camping Sites Near Frankfort, Maine (145)

    1. Searsport Shores Ocean Campground

    16 Reviews
    Searsport, ME
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 548-6059

    $14 - $168 / night

    "Direct access to Maine's rocky shore. Everything you need to be comfortable including hot showers and bathrooms cleaned three times a day."

    "On our way out we had some trouble with our electric entry steps. Steve and another member of the community came and helped us out until we were able to rectify the problem."

    2. Pumpkin Patch RV Resort

    9 Reviews
    Hermon, ME
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 848-2231

    $50 / night

    "We have been here around six times. It’s a quiet peaceful campground. It is very well kept, and the staff is always welcoming. Sites are large and level. Nice walking areas and close to dunkin!"

    "Stayed Here for one night after picking up a new travel trailer nearby. The staff and campers were all very friendly and welcoming."

    3. Shady Oaks Campground and Cabins

    4 Reviews
    Bucksport, ME
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 469-7739

    $36 - $115 / night

    "we stayed here last year on our vacation to maine,we actually made a wrong turn,ended up getting there very late,they left the key for us to find and were very hospitable the entire visit. we stayed for"

    "We were welcomed.with a hearty.hello and an escort to our deluxe drive thru site for our 34' motorhome. Management was gracious and very accommodating."

    4. Balsam Cove Campground

    4 Reviews
    Bucksport, ME
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 469-7771

    $36 - $89 / night

    "Located on a beautiful lake, this campground is hard to beat for both activities and a sense of calm. Staff is very friendly and accommodating."

    5. Bar Harbor/Oceanside KOA

    36 Reviews
    Salsbury Cove, ME
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 288-3520

    "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."

    6. Moorings Campground

    4 Reviews
    Belfast, ME
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 338-6860

    "Overall, this is a great little private RV park with awesome views (from some sites) and great access to the ocean. "

    "This is a great location from which to explore Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor and towns of Belfast, Rockland and Camden."

    7. Patten Pond Camping Resort

    7 Reviews
    Ellsworth, ME
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Close enough to drive to Mt Desert Island. Campground is set way back off the road so you get no road noise! Visit Bar Harbor, Cadillac Mtn, Fort Knox Observatory."

    "The campsite is surrounded by beautiful trees."

    8. Masthead Family Campground

    1 Review
    Bucksport, ME
    9 miles
    +1 (207) 469-3482

    9. Blackwoods Campground — Acadia National Park

    94 Reviews
    Seal Harbor, ME
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 288-3274

    $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!"

    10. Camden Hills State Park Campground

    30 Reviews
    Camden, ME
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 236-2498

    $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."

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Recent Reviews near Frankfort, ME

729 Reviews of 145 Frankfort Campgrounds


  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 14, 2025

    Quietside Campground

    Quiet

    We stayed here one night in mid September in a non electric site. Quiet place. Cute cabins and hobbit huts! The bath house we went into had one shower for the men and one for the women. The toilet and sinks were combined into one stall with 2 stalls for the men and 2 stalls for the women. Nice owner and we paid less than for a comparable site at a Maine state park.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 14, 2025

    Bass Harbor Campground

    Potting Shed

    We stayed in the Potting Shed cabin for 3 nights. Bathroom was clean and had plenty of sinks, toilets and showers. Water was hot for showers and there was a nice dressing area. We were there on a weekend in mid September and it seemed busy but not full. Can buy a cup of coffee in the camp store in the morning

  • R
    Sep. 12, 2025

    HTR Acadia

    Quarry Ledge Campground by Modern America

    As of 9/25 address is not in Apple Maps, we had to enter Somes Sound View Campground. Nice campground, sites are nice size, fairly private and mostly level. Our site has water and electric on the wrong side. Excellent shower house.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 12, 2025

    Duck Puddle Campground

    Great waterfront sites!

    We love coming to Duck Puddle in the shoulder season (spring and fall) when it’s quiet. The waterfront sites (61-66) offer direct access to the lake and have trees between the site for a more private feel. Some have a private dock for fishing or sitting, others have a small beach area. The lake is great for swimming and paddling.

    The rest of the campground is more busy and has the sites closer together, which isn’t our scene. Lots of fun stuff for kids to do and evening activities if you like that sort of thing.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 10, 2025

    Balsam Cove Campground

    Great place!

    We 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!

  • Mindie C.
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Bar Harbor/Oceanside KOA

    Great stay

    The 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.

  • Jim S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 15, 2025

    Hadley's Point Campground

    Nice looking park ! clean

    Nice 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 .

  • Snooz H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Acadia Seashore Camping and Cabins

    Beautiful spot but...Meh...🤦🏼‍♀️

    So 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.

  • M
    Aug. 10, 2025

    Meguniticook by the Sea Campground

    Overpriced!

    Corporations 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.


Guide to Frankfort

Camping near Frankfort, Maine, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do

  • Hiking: Explore the numerous trails in Acadia National Park. One camper mentioned, "The southern ridge trailhead for Cadillac Mountain leaves from the campgrounds and connects to a bunch of other trails" at Blackwoods Campground.
  • Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for local wildlife. A visitor at Seawall Campground noted, "Many other reviewers have reported seeing Moose near or in the campground here."
  • Beach Access: Enjoy the rocky beaches nearby. A reviewer at Mount Desert Campground said, "The campground is right on the water, super close to Bar Harbor and Acadia."

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms. One visitor at Schoodic Woods Campground remarked, "The bathrooms are clean and look nice inside."
  • Quiet Atmosphere: Many enjoy the peaceful environment. A camper at Seawall Campground shared, "This is a very quiet campground that tends to attract quieter and more respectful campers."
  • Spacious Sites: Campers love having room to breathe. A review for Hadley's Point Campground highlighted, "The sites are pretty spacious and comfortable."

What you should know

  • Reservations: Some campgrounds require reservations, while others operate on a first-come, first-served basis. A camper at Bar Harbor Campground mentioned, "This campground is huge and takes no reservations, so it works great for us who don’t like to plan ahead."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have showers or full hookups. A visitor at Schoodic Woods Campground noted, "There are no showers onsite so come prepared."
  • Crowded During Peak Season: Expect busy campgrounds in summer. A reviewer at Bar Harbor/Oceanside KOA stated, "The sites were so close together... It is a very busy campground."

Tips for camping with families

  • Family-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with amenities for kids. A parent at Smuggler's Den Campground said, "The playground was great for the kids. The swimming pool was a highlight as well."
  • Quiet Hours: Be mindful of noise during quiet hours. A camper at Hadley's Point Campground mentioned, "The only problem was kids running around during quiet hour."
  • Plan for Meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals or snacks. A family at Mount Desert Campground enjoyed the "homemade bear claws in the am to enjoy with coffee or tea."

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Schoodic Woods Campground advised, "Choose your site carefully if you have a large rig."
  • Dump Station Availability: Know where the dump stations are located. A camper at Mt Desert Narrows Camping Resort noted, "Not all campsites had full hookup."
  • Cell Service: Be prepared for spotty cell service. A visitor at Bar Harbor Campground mentioned, "AT&T cell service was good. The Wifi in parts of the campground was very good but not where we were staying."

Camping around Frankfort, ME, is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, whether you're in a tent, RV, or cabin. With a variety of campgrounds and activities, there's something for everyone.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Frankfort, ME?

According to TheDyrt.com, Frankfort, ME offers a wide range of camping options, with 145 campgrounds and RV parks near Frankfort, ME and 4 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Frankfort, ME?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Frankfort, ME is Searsport Shores Ocean Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 16 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Frankfort, ME?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 4 free dispersed camping spots near Frankfort, ME.