Best Camping near Hallowell, ME

Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Hallowell, ME has a lot to offer. Camping, hiking, biking: however you want to spend your days near Hallowell, you'll find great campgrounds with The Dyrt. Find the best campgrounds near Hallowell, ME. Read helpful reviews and tips to find the perfect camping option for you and your crew.

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506 Reviews of 123 Hallowell Campgrounds


  • Meghan B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Camden Hills State Park Campground
    Oct. 10, 2024

    Camden Hills State Park Campground

    Camden Hills State Park Campground

    I really like that the campground has easy access to the hiking trails. Clean bathroom facilities and the free showers were nice and hot. Unfortunately, you can hear quite a bit of road noise.

  • Meghan B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sandy Beach Campground
    Sep. 13, 2024

    Sandy Beach Campground

    Sandy Beach Campground

    I was nervous at first when I pulled up in a camper van--the "campground" was very much geared towards seasonal campers in large RVs. However, I was able to grab one of just a couple open spots on a Thursday afternoon. The staff (and residents) were so friendly and helpful. There were restrooms with coin-op showers and also a laundry room. Knocked off one star for the lack of privacy between sites and for the price ($70+ for essentially a parking spot with water/electricity is a bit much imo--at least make the showers free! lol)

  • Meghan B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Mount Blue State Park Campground
    Sep. 11, 2024

    Mount Blue State Park Campground

    Mount Blue State Park Campground

    The campground was nice and quiet during our stay, but the pit toilets near our campsite were quite rough--super smelly and an endless amount of flies flying out of the toilet.

  • Meghan B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Stony Brook Recreation and Campground
    Sep. 10, 2024

    Stony Brook Recreation and Campground

    Pleasant stay at Stony Brook

    The staff was very nice and helpful during our stay. There are a variety of sites to choose from and a bunch of things to do around the campground. The campground store also had a good supply of items, too. It sounds like the new owners are making improvements around the campground, so I'm excited to see how it comes along if I'm in the area again in the future!

  • Chuck W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pemaquid Point Campground
    Sep. 3, 2024

    Pemaquid Point Campground

    False advertising of private beach

    Advertising a private beach that belongs to a private neighborhood. Sent us into a private neighborhood to a beach that's not their property.

  • brianna N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Runaround Woods
    Sep. 1, 2024

    Runaround Woods

    Highly recommend!

    Such a cute little spot for a nice get away, wood fired hot tub, and sauna. Would recommend this place to anyone!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Wolfe's Neck Oceanfront Campground
    Aug. 31, 2024

    Wolfe's Neck Oceanfront Campground

    Agritourisum at it best

    Stayed 5 nights with family on the next sight, great place for kids with lots of variety, animals and low traffic back roads for bike riding. Reserve early if you want hookups.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Meguniticook by the Sea Campground
    Aug. 11, 2024

    Meguniticook by the Sea Campground

    Good place to see the surroundings

    The reception at this campground is very friendly. Pitches are fairly spacious, but still a bit close together. Garbage is picked up in the morning, which is very nice.

    The sanitary facilities are quite outdated and, in addition, could definitely be a bit cleaner.

    The pool is clean, but everything around it also looks very outdated and worn.

    We had a pleasant time here and would definitely recommend this place for a few days.

  • Joy P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Meadowbrook Camping
    Aug. 3, 2024

    Meadowbrook Camping

    Electrical Issues

    I value the reviews left here, so I felt I needed to leave an honest review in hopes it will help someone else. We stayed here for almost 2 weeks. During that time there was a sewage smell near the bathhouse. The sites are not level and most are not shaded or very wide. We also had brown water and were extremely thankful for our multiple water filters. We paid for a 30 amp service, but had low voltage the entirety of our stay. The solution that was proposed, was that we remove our Watchdog EMS and Surge protector. We decided to keep our Watchdog on. They had several campsites on the same breaker, something we have never seen at any campground in our 3 years of travel. On our last day, we didn't even have enough voltage to keep fans running inside our RV. Please be aware that low voltage seems to be an ongoing problem as an RV behind us had an electrical cord burn up while we were there.

  • Brett D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lakeside Pines Campground
    Aug. 1, 2024

    Lakeside Pines Campground

    Family oriented kid friendly , but tight spaces

    Nice campground and nice lake , lots of activities for the kids. Sites are cramped and close together.

  • Rod L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Martin Stream Campground
    Jul. 30, 2024

    Martin Stream Campground

    Warning. Horrible experience.

    There are no sewer hookups(which is fine) but you are only allowed ONE use at dump station upon leaving the campground. I arrived with a 1/3 tanks and wanted to dump on way into park because I was staying 3 days/nights and they said ok but you can’t dump on the way out(seriously?). I asked if I could pay for a second dump and it was$30. I’ll never go back.

  • D
    Camper-submitted photo from Meadowbrook Camping
    Jul. 22, 2024

    Meadowbrook Camping

    Great Staff, Nice Sites

    We were greeted with the most amazing, kind and service oriented staff! Just wonderful to see these days. Our site was a pull through and it was wooded and flattish. Some rocks on boulders, but we fit in fine. We were right next to a tenting site. Kind of close, but we managed to put the back of the RV toward their site. It is dog friendly!!! Lots of things to do on grounds and around this area. We had a great time. Plus, they have nice hot showers for free. No quarters here! lol In short, we loved our time here.

  • Molly S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Runaround Woods
    May. 13, 2024

    Runaround Woods

    Cool spot with super comfy cabins

    Super comfortable and cozy sleeping cabins in forest setting. Loved all the extras: wood-fire sauna, solar shower, cold plunge, picnic/eating space, outdoor seating spaces, games, fire pit, etc. We played the woodland disc golf course multiple times! Great way to experience the forest and end the day in cozy bed!! Ryan is an amazing host.

  • P
    Camper-submitted photo from Tiny Cabins of Maine
    Apr. 24, 2024

    Tiny Cabins of Maine

    Wonderful Camping Spot

    I recently stayed at the Tiny Cabins of Maine with my family for two nights, opting for their tent camping site. From the moment we arrived, the host's warm welcome made us feel right at home. Despite some distant road noise at night, the overall ambiance was serene and beautiful. The tent camping amenities, including the pop-up toilet and sturdy wooden platform, were thoughtfully provided. The fire pit and picnic table were perfect for evening gatherings, and the hammock added an extra touch of relaxation. We enjoyed the pub's games and even tried our hand at axe throwing. Kayaking in the pond was a highlight, thanks to the convenient dock. While the trails required attention to follow, the directional signs helped. Overall, I highly recommend Tiny Cabins of Maine for a memorable small family retreat, and we're already looking forward to returning in the future.

  • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Runaround Woods
    Apr. 9, 2024

    Runaround Woods

    New to the Dyrt!

    Jake from the Dyrt here! We're excited to have this campground on the Dyrt and ready for you to book, check them out and make sure to leave a review!

  • Miccal  M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bethel Outdoor Adventure and Campground
    Jan. 18, 2024

    Bethel Outdoor Adventure and Campground

    better for tents, tight for RVs

    I've stayed here a number of times and have enjoyed my stays.  This is a good campground to use as a base location when doing other things.  It is a small campground, but the tent sites are nicely dispersed in a small field.  In the late summer the grass will be 4' tall, it's a fun location. 

    The RV sites are stacked about as tight as I've ever seen them though.  Facilities are dated, but there are outhouses at the tent group sites.

    If you stay here check out the suspension bridge and the island.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Camden Hills State Park Campground
    Jan. 1, 2024

    Camden Hills State Park Campground

    Coastal State Park

    Camden Hills state park is in a great spot, close to town and has a waterfront access. If you have a bigger rv you’ll want to stay in the field sites in the front of the park. The higher you go the better for tenting it is as it gets more forested.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Thomas Point Beach and Campground
    Dec. 19, 2023

    Thomas Point Beach and Campground

    Party Central. Loud. Not safe for children. Beach not safe to swim in.

    This was a family campground years ago and used to be safe but was inherited by young people. Now it hosts loud Grateful dead and other big parties and music festivals all summer and caters to a bad crowd. Not recommended if you want sleep or for children. If you go here check the website very carefully for a week that isn't going to be crowded with hundreds of questionable people drinking and partying to loud music all night .

  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Camden Hills State Park Campground
    Dec. 14, 2023

    Camden Hills State Park Campground

    great hiking

    Nice state campground with tons of hiking trails right from the campground. We stayed in a non-hookup site for $38/night- very expensive but we wanted to stay in the area and enjoy the hiking trails. Most sites don’t have enough sun for solar, and those that do, are FHU sites. Go figure. We were in site #65, recommended to us by the ranger as having the most sun for our panels. 65 was nice because it was set apart from other sites, and kind of enclosed so it was nice for the dogs. But it’s in direct view of the dump station so if that bothers you don’t pick this site! 

    The drive up Mt Battie Rd was worth it for the views at the top. RVs are ok to drive on this road, and there’s RV parking at the top. 

    Showers are free, hot, and good pressure, but they are the creepiest campground showers, rusty and dark. Dump station and potable water are available. 

    There’s a little free library book exchange at the ranger station at the entrance. Verizon service was usable but very weak, ATT was better, and fine with the weboost. The campground offers wifi at $3 per day per connection, but we didn’t use it.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Two Lakes Camping
    Nov. 18, 2023

    Two Lakes Camping

    Typical Campground

    We had a few sites scattered over the campground for the weekend and had an overall...interesting time. We live relatively close and have been here a few times, each time has been mid. 

    Getting into your site with a camper requires maneuvering no matter how you come into the campground. We had a few sites higher up in the campground and had a tent site right on the water near the "boat ramp". 

    I try not to judge a campground based on the people around you because you literally cannot control that. The beach had flooded the weekend that we were there, leaving the only beach area available the spot...in our site. A HUGE group of people set up camp IN OUR SITE. It left a really bad imprint on the weekend and I won't be returning. 

    The campground itself is average, wooded sites with a camp store, field area, small beach and basic amenities.



Guide to Hallowell

Camping near Hallowell, Maine, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and family-friendly activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun-filled adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Kayaking and Canoeing: Many campgrounds, like Searsport Shores Ocean Campground, offer kayaking opportunities. One reviewer mentioned, "Kayaking available to see seals feeding," making it a great way to explore the local wildlife.
  • Hiking: The Camden Hills State Park Campground is known for its hiking trails. A visitor shared, "Nice state campground with tons of hiking trails right from the campground."
  • Fishing: At Coos Canyon Campground and Cabins, you can enjoy fishing in the nearby river. One camper noted, "The campground was very clean and updated with nice private sites."

What campers like:

  • Scenic Views: Campers love the beautiful surroundings. One review for Searsport Shores Ocean Campground said, "Excellent location, spectacular views of the coastline."
  • Friendly Staff: Many campgrounds, such as Bayley's Camping Resort, are praised for their helpful staff. A visitor remarked, "The people here are so friendly and accommodating."
  • Family Activities: Campgrounds like Sebago Lake State Park Campground are great for families. One parent mentioned, "This is a nice park for families. The lake is clean and nice."

What you should know:

  • Reservations Recommended: Popular spots like Wolfe's Neck Oceanfront Campground fill up quickly. A reviewer advised, "Reserve early if you want hookups."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, such as Winslow Park And Campground, may not have all the amenities you expect. One camper noted, "The sites are small- similar to what you would find in an RV park."
  • Wildlife Caution: Campers at Camden Hills State Park Campground warned about local wildlife. One said, "Beware of skunks at night."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Playgrounds and Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds, like Bayley's Camping Resort, which has "several playgrounds" and "kids activities."
  • Plan for Noise: Some campgrounds can be busy and noisy. A family at Saco Old Orchard Beach KOA mentioned, "If you’re looking for peace and solace, probably best to keep searching."
  • Pack for Fun: Bring games and outdoor toys to keep kids entertained. One camper at Winslow Park And Campground enjoyed the "beautiful views" while playing outside.

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Camden Hills State Park Campground noted, "If you have a bigger RV you’ll want to stay in the field sites in the front of the park."
  • Be Prepared for Tight Spots: Some campgrounds have narrow roads. A camper at Mount Blue State Park Campground shared, "It was tricky getting our 20' trailer into site 13."
  • Use Dump Stations Wisely: Know where the dump stations are located. A visitor at Winslow Park And Campground mentioned, "The dump station is further in the campground, so don't try to leave and miss it."

Camping near Hallowell, Maine, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Enjoy the great outdoors and make some lasting memories!

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