Best RV Parks & Resorts near Hancock, ME

Several RV parks near Hancock, Maine provide full hookup sites with varying amenities. Timberland Acres RV Park in Ellsworth offers 50-amp electric, water, and sewer hookups on gravel sites with limited shade, operating from mid-May to mid-October. Mt Desert Narrows Camping Resort in Bar Harbor features waterfront sites with 50-amp service and full hookups, though some sites have only water and electric. "Our site was easy to get into, and reasonably level," noted one visitor about Mt Desert Narrows. Narrows Too Camping Resort in Trenton accommodates big rigs with 50-amp service, full hookups, and operates from May through October, while Patten Pond Camping Resort in Ellsworth provides similar amenities with a slightly shorter season ending on Columbus Day.

Most RV parks in the region require reservations during peak summer months, especially for premium waterfront sites which can cost $94-110 per night at oceanfront resorts. Dump stations are available at all major parks, though Schoodic Woods Campground visitors noted limited facilities with "only one dump station for Loop B. Each RV took about 15 minutes. If you are third in line, you will be waiting..." Cell service varies by location, with Verizon generally providing reliable coverage throughout the area. The Island Explorer shuttle offers free transportation around Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park, allowing RVers to leave their vehicles at camp while exploring. Most parks are pet-friendly but enforce leash requirements and some restrict pets from certain grassy areas. Winter Harbor and Ellsworth provide the closest shopping, dining, and fuel options for RV travelers.

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Best RV Sites Near Hancock, Maine (63)

    1. Mt Desert Narrows Camping Resort

    22 Reviews
    Salsbury Cove, ME
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Water and 30-amp electric, some are full hook up, and a dump station. The site was easy to get into, and reasonably level. Lots of shade, and a steady breeze off the water."

    "Beautiful park with some shady, some sunny, some on the water, all level sites. Nice bathrooms, laundry room, playground and rec area for kids. Pet friendly."

    2. Narrows Too Camping Resort

    13 Reviews
    Lamoine, ME
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Trails range from easy to strenuous with some taking you on a nice walk around a lake or pond where others guide you along steep ledges and up with ladders and rungs. "

    "11day trip to visit Maine ,Acadia National Park Campground nicely located close to park but away from much of the crowding"

    3. Patten Pond Camping Resort

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

    "It is a full service RV campsite so that is always convenient. We went at the end of September to visit Acadia National Park and the foliage was Beautiful! It wasn't even at it's peak."

    "Friendly, very clean and quiet. Beautiful sites with mostly hardwood trees. Laundry, showers and camp store. Sites are fairly large. Nice pond for swimming or boating."

    4. Mainstay Cottages & RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Winter Harbor, ME
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 963-5561

    "If you’re looking for a camp site close to Acadia without the crowd, look to MainStay in Winter Harbor. About an hours drive to the main Acadia but just 5 minutes to the Schoodic Peninsula."

    "Very small RV site. Located on Winter Harbor, great views. Steps away from the small ferry that goes to Bar Harbor and a few minutes to Schoodic Peninsula. Couple of nice restaurants close by."

    5. West Bay Acadia RV Campground

    2 Reviews
    Corea, ME
    12 miles
    Website

    $125 - $165 / night

    "Sites range in price from$125-165/night depending on the season (with possible additional charges for electricity usage). "

    "Great location and hidden gem. Need to be self-contained as there’s no amenities. Park is on the water and great views."

    6. Greenlaw's RV Park & Campground

    6 Reviews
    Stonington, ME
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 200-1279

    "The amenities are all well done, limited in scope. The result is a quiet atmosphere. Troy and his wife (the owners) are very friendly and helpful."

    "This is a small, wooded campground with large private sites. They are working to improve the campground everyday."

    7. Cottonwood Camping & RV Park

    4 Reviews
    Addison, ME
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 598-8497

    "This is the first campground we have stayed at that has ATV trail access, horse friendly camping, full hookups, pull through sites, tent camping, tent rentals, teepee rentals, "tiny bird cabin", and a"

    "The very clean restrooms were located nearby , which was convient. The staff was so friendly and very accommodating."

    8. Timberland Acres RV Park

    11 Reviews
    Lamoine, ME
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 667-3600

    $36 - $55 / night

    "Pros: 30 minutes from Acadia National Park 50 AMP, sewer & water hookup Nice amenities

    Cons: Gravel site No shade"

    "We had a nice pull through site with full hook ups. Most are pretty close to each other, ours was wider but faced another camper who faced us."

    9. Pumpkin Patch RV Resort

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

    $50 / night

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

    "Most of the campers were seasonals whose campsites were well-kept and they were quiet. The staff and other campers were very friendly. "

    10. Jonesport Campground

    1 Review
    Roque Bluffs, ME
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 263-6576

    $35 / night

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RV Park Reviews near Hancock, ME

642 Reviews of 63 Hancock Campgrounds


  • Rick C.
    Jun. 21, 2019

    Schoodic Woods Campground — Acadia National Park

    Mosquitos, Mosquitos, Mosquitos

    This is a National Park which was very clean with some large sites. It was somewhat big rig friendly. I was traveling with two other motorhomes (caravan) and my site was the smallest. Electric and water was good - no sewer. WiFi was non-existent unless you got a site near the main office. Cellular reception was very mediocre. If you want to lose contact with family, friends, business... this is the place to go.

    The rules are extremely enforced. My left tire on the car was 6 inches on the grass... the rangers left a violation notice on my car. Unfortunately my site was quite small for a 40 foot motorhome so I had to park very close to the road. One evening, just after showering, I hear a bang on the front door. Ranger S.S. (Initials of ranger) told me I am not allowed to run the generator. My generator was not on. It was the 3 air-conditioners on the roof. Standard AC’s from the factory. His body language was obvious that he did not believe me so I offered to show him where the generator was - since it is a diesel pusher, right up front where we were talking. Also... why would I be running my generator if I was hooked up to 50AMP service. I also told him that generators are not located on roofs of RV’s. He finally relented when he saw I was getting quite aggravated with his body language. Another camper near our site told me that she was treated very rudely by the staff. I do not know who she spoke to but Ranger S.S. needs to take interpersonal skills classes and maybe a class on where generators are looked on motorhomes. They obviously will harass someone that is not doing a generator violation but do not enforce barking dogs...

    There was only one dump station for Loop B. Each RV took about 15 minutes. If you are third in line, you will be waiting... Since there is no sewer, you would think they would offer more than one dump station.

    No matter if you wear long sleeves and long pants, plus use bug spray, the mosquitos are vicious. Between gnats and mosquitos, sitting outside to eat is nearly impossible. Otherwise, this is a visually beautiful park.

  • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 31, 2017

    Schoodic Woods Campground — Acadia National Park

    Acadia National Park's Quieter Side

    This campground is a gem! It is located on the Schoodic Peninsula which is the quieter side section of Acadia National Park but no less breathtaking. Here you get to enjoy the hiking and biking trails, amazing coastal scenery, quaint towns, and a peaceful campground in one of America’s top 10 parks without the crowds and craziness of Bar Harbor and Acadia NP located on Mt. Desert Island (which is only an hour away). I absolutely love the Schoodic Peninsula and the town of Winter Harbor which has such a “Downeast” Maine feel.

    The campground opened in 2015 and has 200 sites all within a 15-minute walk to the ocean. Although most of the campsites are designated for tents, there are some available for RV’s. Sites have a decent amount of privacy so you don’t feel like you are right on top of your neighbor. Since the campground is is relatively new not all the trees have filled in from construction but they did a great job preserving trees and shrubs. It is best to reserve online as this park fills up and very rarely has a walk-up site. The ranger station will not make reservations over the phone so don’t bother calling. (Acadia NP is a “fee” park so you will need to buy a park pass.)  All sites have electric (20/30/50) and some have electric and water only reflected in cheaper prices

    Fee (per site, per night):

    $22 hike-in tent sites (primitive)

    $30 drive up tent/small RV (20 amp)

    $36 RV with electric only sites (20/30/50 amp)

    $40 RV with electric and water (20/30/50 amp)

    $60 group tent sites

    Picnic tables are at every site but fire pits are only at RV sites as no open fires are allowed in the tent section. Tent sites are allowed to use portable camp stoves such as white gas or iso-butane cartridges. The bathrooms have flush toilets and potable water but there are no showers or laundry facilities. There are some places in the nearby town of Winter Harbor that have shower facilities of which the ranger station has information on.   A dish-washing station if located at the bathrooms which is really handy and kept clean.  There is a dump station located towards the exit of the park if you have an RV. 

    Surrounding the campground are miles of biking and hiking trails that are easily accessible from your campsite. There is a six-mile loop that takes you along the beautiful rocky coast with views of lighthouses, islands, forests, and wetlands. An additional eight miles of carriage roads and four miles of hiking trails wind through the park.

    The town of Winter Harbor is located two miles from the park and a ferry dock which takes you to Mt. Desert Island. The Acadia Island Explorer shuttle provides free transportation between various locations, island attractions, and towns (and is dog-friendly and can accommodate bikes). The shuttle operates from late June to mid-October and is a great way to get around if you don’t have a car or want the hassle of parking.

    Located at the Schoodic Institute is the Education and Research Center which offers interesting programs and has a visitor center. The town of Corea has a great waterside restaurant where you can sit outside and eat lobster while watching the boats go in and out. J. M. Garrish Café in Winter Harbor is a great place to get a bite to eat and an ice cream Sunday.

  • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 18, 2017

    Moorings Campground

    Love the Ocean Access and Views

    Overall, this is a great little private RV park with awesome views (from some sites) and great access to the ocean. The park is conveniently located just a few miles from downtown Belfast (a sweet little Maine town) which offers plenty to do and see. Plus, you are just five miles from the cute town of Searsport which houses the wonderful Penobscot Marine Museum and two miles from Moose Point State Park with hiking trails, picnic areas, and more gorgeous views.

    The park offers a variety of sites (44 total) depending on if you want oceanfront, ocean view, or a pull-thru. All sites have electric (50 or 30 amp), water, cable and wifi. The five pull-thru sites also include sewer. A mobile sewer pump-out service is available for guests staying one week or longer and there is a dump station. Roads and sites are gravel with grass patios and level. All sites have a fire ring and picnic table. Our Verizon 4G phone and Hotspot worked great but we mostly used the free wifi which worked very well.

    Park amenities include private ocean access, horseshoes, playground, laundry, showers/bathrooms, free coffee in the morning, free weekend papers delivered to your site, free donuts on Sunday mornings, and a restaurant on-site. The park organizes a lot of group activities including pot lucks, lobster shore dinners, and free wine and beer during Friday Happy Hours. The laundry has two wash machines/dryers and was clean and tidy.

    The Moorings is in a great location. It is just a few miles from downtown Belfast where you will find restaurants, a brewery, boutiques, a movie theater, art galleries, historic museums/sites, and plenty of water-related activities. Grocery stores and fuel stations are within a few miles of the RV Park. Just a mere 20 miles away is the popular coastal town of Camden.   

    What we liked about this park is the town of Belfast and how close the RV park is to downtown. Also, the parks small size and friendly people make this an enjoyable place to stay. We like the fact that they had social activities (like free happy hour and donuts) that bring people together. The ocean access in this park is great! A short set of stairs takes you down to the water which is great for exploring, launching kayaks, and letting the dog run/swim when the tide is out. 

    The biggest downside for us was the price and lack of sewer and 50 amp at some sites. Our site was $66/night for a FHU (50 amp) pull-thru on the hill in the front of the park without much in the way of a water view. Premier oceanfront sites (with no sewer and 30 amps) are $72/night during high season. That being said, there are not too many options for campgrounds in the Belfast area and we really did like staying here. 

    From a dog owners perspective this park gets mixed reviews. The rules ask that dogs be on a 4’ or less lease, you may only have two pets (unless you get prior approval), they must do their business in one small area and are not allowed on most grassy areas throughout the park. We make a consorted effort not too let our dog pee or poop in others yards but we don’t always have control over where that happens. We did like the fact that you could take them down to the ocean to play in the water and on the beach when the tide was out. Within two miles of the RV park is Moose Point State Park with a few miles of hiking trails, picnic area and water access (a daily use fee is charged). Downtown Belfast does have a fenced off-leash 1.4 – acre dog park with water for dogs and benches for owners.

  • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 29, 2022

    Bar Harbor Campground

    Great Location - Close to Acadia NP

    This is a nice campground located close to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. The campground does not take reservations so you can pick whatever open site you want and if you want to extend your stay, you can. When you arrive, you get a map, find an empty site, get set-up and then go back to the office to register. Once you’re in the park if you want a different site that has a better view or FHU’s, the best thing to do is drive or walk around the section you are interested in and if you see someone packing up put a personal item (chair, table cloth, etc.). Then head to the office and let them know what site you are moving to. Weird system but it seems to work as this is how things have always been done. All different types of sites are available from FHU, electric/water, or privative sites. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring. There are some sections that are nicely wooded which is great for the shade in the summer and to add a little privacy. Other sites are right on the ocean with great views but these sites are pretty close together and hard to get since the campground is first come, first served. Roads in the park are paved but some corners can be a little tight for big-rigs, best to unhitch your tow car up front in case you have to back up. The camp hosts do a great job of keeping the campground clean and were always out and about cleaning sites, fire pits, and the bathrooms.

    This campground is in a good location right off Route 3 and a short drive to Bar Harbor. There is the Island Explorer (free) shuttle that have various routes and stops on Mount Desert Island and Acadia NP. The shuttle stops at the campground so you can hitch a ride downtown or to the park and not have to worry about parking.  The shuttle has a bike rack so you can bring your bike and pets are allowed.  The campground is very clean with no litter and well-maintained. The bathrooms were very clean showers are 25 cents/5 minutes. There is a really nice large swimming pool perched right along the water, nice little nature trails/dog walking areas, laundry, game room, shuffleboard, playground, water access, arcade, and more. 

    Just outside the campground (within walking distance) is Utter Heaven an ice cream shop and Mainely Meat a BBQ joint. Across the street is a Pirates Cove– a mini golf course on steroids. During the summer season this place is really busy but calms down when kids go back to school.

  • C O.
    Sep. 15, 2017

    Bar Harbor Campground

    Worth the gamble!

    The campground is first come, first served and has a seventh night free deal. Cash or check only. With a lower cost per night, free wifi, full hookups and a chance for a water view, we decided to take the risk and show up. We had several options to choose from, but that wouldn't have been true during our stay. We saw some pretty big rigs with very awkward setups in smaller, unlevel sites because there weren't any other options when they showed up.

    We liked our site. C4 is a pull through with full hookups (30 amp). It was level, clean and a short walk to the water view, shower house, and laundry facility. We also liked how close we were to Bar Harbor, Acadia, and other attractions. Mainely Meats and Udder Heaven ice cream was a quick walk from inside the campground (there was a walking access to them). Across the street from them was Pirates Cove mini golf. We visited each and would definitely recommend as a treat to anyone staying here. The only downside was that they were decreasing their hours and were only open until 8, and if you were out hiking etc it made it an all out sprint to be there before closing. Pirates Cove is open until 9p right now.

    We didn't need our WeBoost, the cell signal was fine, and the camp's wifi was great. Laundry was super clean and nice with approx 10 washers and 4 dryers ($1 each). Showers are $.25 for 5 min and were very clean.

    We are suckers for pinball and had been eyeing the machine in the little shack arcade when you first pull into the campground. Save your money because most of the games had out of order signs and the pinball machine should have too.

    We would definitely stay again and hopefully would be lucky enough to get a water view next time!

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 26, 2022

    Forest Ridge Campground

    Surprise of the month!!

    We travel the country for 4 months during the summer and fall. Tomorrow we check in to Acadia NP for 14 days. We arrived in the area without a reservation. We put The Dyrt to the test and found Forest Ridge in Ellsworth, ME. What a terrific find , last minute or not. Super friendly staff, large full hookup sites, most shaded, some sunny. Level gravel most pull through and many big rig sites. About 20 minutes outside Acadia NP, where there are no hookups except for electric on Scoodic..

  • S
    Sep. 17, 2016

    Smuggler's Den Campground

    Great Campground

    Amazing campground. Staff is extremely friendly. Campground has a small camp store, a heated pool and children's pool, large home style gas grills with picnic area, horseshoe pits, a large playground for children and a large field for anything from badminton to football. 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. All sights are decently leveled having some slight grades for drainage so no sights are flooded. Camp store has firewood, ice and other essentials including live lobsters. Campground is extremely close to Acadia Nation Park and does have access to a few parts of the park within walking distance. Local brewery and Winery within a 15 minute drive of the camp ground. There is a local grocery store and ice cream shop within walking distance of the campground. Downtown Bar Harbor is only a 25 minute drive away.

  • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 3, 2021

    Moorings Oceanfront RV Resort

    Great Waterfront Location!

    This is a great little private RV park with awesome views (from some sites) and great access to the ocean. The park is conveniently located just a few miles from downtown Belfast which offers plenty to do and see and is one of our favorite coastal Maine towns.  We love shopping at the Co-op, eating pizza at Meanwhile in Belfast, lobster at Young's Lobster Pound, and lunch at Chase's Daily.  Plus, you are just five miles from the cute town of Searsport which houses the wonderful Penobscot Marine Museum and two miles from Moose Point State Park with hiking trails and gorgeous views. 

    The park is small but offers a variety of sites depending on if you want oceanfront, oceanview, or a pull-thru.  There is no tenting allowed!  All sites have electric (50 or 30 amp), water, cable and wifi. The park recently added sewer to all sites and a dump station is onsite. The roads and camp sites are gravel with grass patios. Sites are level. All sites have a fire ring and picnic table. Our Verizon 4G phone and Hotspot worked great but we mostly used their free wifi which worked very well.

    Park amenities include private ocean access, horseshoes, playground, laundry, showers/bathrooms, free coffee in the morning, free weekend papers delivered to your site, free donuts on Sunday mornings, and a restaurant on-site. The park organizes a lot of group activities including pot lucks, lobster shore dinners, BBQ feast, and cold beverages offered during Friday Happy Hours. The office/store has a great book exchange and an assortment of RV/souvenir items for sale. The laundry has two wash machines/dryers and was clean and tidy.

    The parks small size and friendly people make this an enjoyable place to stay. We like the fact that they had social activities (like free happy hour and donuts) that bring people together. The ocean access is great! A short set of stairs takes you down to the water which is great for exploring, launching kayaks, and letting the dog run/swim when the tide is out. The biggest downside for us was the price which was $94/night for a FHU (50 amp) pull-thru on the hill in the front of the park without much in the way of a water view. Premier oceanfront sites are $110/night during high season. Park rules say that you may only have two pets (unless you get prior approval), they must do their business in one small area and are not allowed on most grassy areas throughout the park. We make a consorted effort not to let our dog pee or poop in others yards but we don’t always have control over where she goes and found this park very restrictive.

  • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 19, 2017

    Camden Hills State Park Campground

    Ideal Park in Perfect Location

    I have come to Camden many times and have always loved it being in the area. The town is charming and there is so much to do in the immediate area and the surrounding towns of Rockland, Rockport, Owls Head, Lincolnville, and Belfast . . . just to name a few. One of the best parts of coming to Camden is Camden Hills State Park.

    Overall, this is a really great park. Camden Hills State Park is located three miles from downtown Camden but the 5,700 acres provide you with that serene feeling that comes with being in the peaceful woods. We arrived just a few days after the park opened for the season so the campground was especially quiet. Our large back-in site was set in an open sunny area but most of the sites are nicely tucked into the woods with plenty of space between them. One of the real pluses of this park were the miles and miles of hiking trails just outside our doorstep. Driving the tour road to the summit of Mt. Battie (elevation 800') is a must and the views are spectacular (especially for watching the sunrise). If you would like to burn a few calories try hiking the trail to the top for a truly rewarding experience.

    Sites and patios are gravel and level with a picnic table and fire pit. Approximately, half the sites have water and 30/50 amp electric and the others are no hookups. The campgrounds website has a very helpful map showing which sites are reservable and what they offer. There is a dump station and water spigots are scattered throughout the campground. Free showers are located in the bathhouse/restrooms and were clean.

    For television watchers, there is no cable and satellite can be difficult due to trees. There are nine sites (55 - 63) located in an open field that may be able to pick up satellite. Our antenna found one major network and a few PBS stations. The Verizon signal on our phone and wifi on our hotspot were strong. The park does have free wifi at most campsites and the signal was very strong. (Sites #68-81 do not have wifi).

    Reservations can be made on-line but only about half of the sites are reservable leaving the other half for walk-ups. I would advise making reservations if you want to stay over a weekend or during the summer season as this park really fills up. You can stay up to 14 days which would definitely require a reservation in the summer. Although the park accommodates larger RV's, there are a limited number of sites for those over 35 feet and the gravel roads are easy to navigate in a big rig. There are really no amenities at this park other than the tour road to Mt. Battie, a swing set from the 1970's, a picnic shelter, and the trails.

    Camden should be on everyone's list of places to see if you are traveling the Maine coast. Within 10 miles are great museums like the Farnsworth Art Museum, the Maine Lighthouse Museum, the Sail, Power, and Steam Museum, and others. There are attractive lighthouses and great restaurants. In neighboring Rockport is Shepherds Pie - one of our favorite restaurants and the Market Basket a great shop for pastries, sandwiches, wine, and coffee. Downtown Camden has a great wine and cheese shop called Lily, Lupine, and Fern and excellent clam chowder at Cappy's Chowder House. If you are looking for a great place to paddle or cool off in the crisp Maine water, check out Lake Megunticook just five miles away from the state park.

    What we really liked was the convenient location to downtown Camden and other cute towns, there are hiking trails just outside your doorstep, and you are within five miles of a grocery, restaurants, attractions, etc. The sites are large and have nice privacy. And the price was right at $27/night.


Guide to Hancock

Camping options near Hancock, Maine extend beyond standard RV parks to include secluded coastal sites and wooded retreats. The region experiences significant seasonal variation with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F and tides ranging 10-12 feet along coastal campgrounds. Winter camping is limited as most facilities close between mid-October and early May due to harsh weather conditions.

What to do

Kayaking at waterfront sites: Coastal campgrounds like Mt Desert Narrows Camping Resort offer direct water access where you can paddle during high tide. "The sites were big and spaced out well and the vibe of the campground is great," notes one camper about exploring the waterways.

Stargazing in certified dark sky areas: Some campgrounds maintain dark sky policies to enhance night viewing. "Recently added is a short nature trail and off leash dog park. Campers are asked to turn outside lights off so there is no light noise to interfere with the beautiful sky full of stars, planets, and meteor showers," explains a visitor to West Bay Acadia RV Campground.

Organic farming and local wineries: Several campgrounds are near agricultural attractions. "There is a wonderful organic farm down the road and a couple of local wineries are nearby. The nearby town of Gouldsboro has a delicious little ice cream stand and the Pickled Wrinkle restaurant serves great food," mentions a camper about local culinary options.

What campers like

Harbor views with working lobster boats: Waterfront camping offers authentic Maine maritime scenes. "Jonesport Campground is a little campground on the coast of Maine with excellent ocean views. The views are quintessential Maine with lobster boats bobbing in the water and the tides moving in and out," describes one visitor at Jonesport Campground.

Community gardens: Some parks feature shared agricultural spaces. "We love the free community garden which has a wonderful selection of produce including strawberries, tomatillos, fresh herbs, beans, lettuces, etc. Feel free to pick whatever you will eat, just leave some for others," shares a camper about their experience at West Bay Acadia RV Campground.

Proximity to less-crowded park sections: Alternatives to the main Acadia entrance exist. "Just ten minutes away is the Schoodic Woods section of Acadia–a less busy and equally beautiful area of the National Park. Plus, there are many nearby nature preserves and public lands that have great hiking," notes a West Bay Acadia visitor.

What you should know

Dramatic tidal fluctuations: Coastal camping requires tide awareness. "You will be left walking across muddy soft clam flats if you are not mindful of the 10-12 foot tides," warns a camper at West Bay Acadia RV Campground.

Waterfront site limitations: Ocean views sometimes come with caveats. "While the tide is out it's just a gross area of mud, muck, and rocks. We couldn't even kayak because the tide is that dramatic," explains a visitor to Narrows Too Camping Resort.

Varying internet connectivity: Cell service and wifi quality differs by location. "Our Verizon phone got good reception and our hot spot worked well. The campground wi-fi was decent at our site but that depends on where you are in the park and what time of day you are using it," reports a camper at Pumpkin Patch RV Resort.

Tips for camping with families

Check age-appropriate amenities: Not all RV parks near Hancock cater to children. "I would primarily recommend this campsite for retirees and couples without children. The park doesn't offer many kid-friendly amenities beyond the pool, so families with young children might find it lacking in entertainment options," advises a visitor to Narrows Too.

Look for playgrounds and recreational areas: Some campgrounds offer family-focused facilities. "The kids loved playing on the playground and going down to the water at low tide. There is a kayak launch as well, and pool, but both were closed since we came in at the end of season," shares a Mt Desert Narrows Camping Resort visitor.

Consider campground demographic: Some properties have mostly adult populations. "This campground caters more to adults and does not have too much for kids to do. Most of the campers were seasonals whose campsites were well-kept and they were quiet," notes a visitor to Pumpkin Patch RV Resort.

Tips from RVers

Bring water supplies to certain campgrounds: Not all facilities have full hookups. "There is no sewer or potable water (so make sure you fill up before you come)," cautions a visitor at Jonesport Campground.

Reserve early for peak season: The best sites book quickly. "Water and 30-amp electric, some are full hook up, and a dump station. The site was easy to get into, and reasonably level. Lots of shade, and a steady breeze off the water," reports a visitor at Mt Desert Narrows Camping Resort.

Consider site location within campgrounds: Highway-adjacent sites may be noisy at some rv campgrounds near Hancock. "The 100's and 200's are near Route 3 which is a very busy road. Park staff is very accommodating and will let you move sites if you decide you prefer something different," advises a Narrows Too Camping Resort reviewer.

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