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Best Tent Sites Near Holden, ME (15)

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    1. The Hawnets Nest

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    Welcome to our cozy and charming mini A-frame cabins and Tent Sites! Nestled on our homestead initiative here in our small town located in the southern Maine Highlands, this unique accommodation is the perfect retreat for those seeking a peaceful experience a short distance from some of Maines premier Rivers, Mountains, and Coastal towns.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Cabins

    $60 / night

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    2. Maine Wild Blueberry Bliss

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    100 Saves

    Come explore real Maine away from the crowds of Mount Desert Island/Acadia National Park/Bar Harbor at our sites at Wildberry Farm (Penobscot), Blueberry Fields Forever (Blue Hill) or Quiet Cove (Stonington)!

    Ask the host for tons of local recommendations, including best places to swim, hike, eat, or even have a super local experience and hop the Mail Boat out to Isle au Haut (out of Stonington Harbor 30+min drive) and explore the beautiful trails and beaches of an even more remote island off the Maine coast!

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    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
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    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $49 - $69 / night

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    3. Rough and Raw

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    Some of these sites are clothing optional. Please read below for details:

    No frills at all. Camp at the edge of a small brook or close to it. There is a fire ring. Adults over 18 only. No kids allowed. These sites are the furthest from the port o potty and hose and everything else. Invisible to other campers or neighbors, this can be your chance to sit naked by the campfire or see what it is like to sleep with nothing between yourself and the stars but your skin. Very secluded part of our grounds. These are our only Naked sites and if filled on your dates please check out our others in Camping With Wolves, which are slightly less primitive.. or the comfy Cadillac Mt View Loft and Hammock site. Clothing is optional only in the Raw and Rough sites. That means you can also choose to keep it on ! . It is very important that you call two zero seven six six seven three two four four to be certain we know of your reservation and arrival . Call for last minute booking. It can be arranged but YOU MUST CALL. Not use the app method of calling. It does not necessarily reach us immediately. If we are able to answer, you may be in luck if there is a no show . Do not expect luxury. You may need to walk in depending on weather and your vehicle. If the weather is above freezing, the will likely be bugs.

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    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $45 / night

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    5. Continuous Harmony Farm

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    21 Saves

    Continuous Harmony Farm is located on the north side of Camden Hills State Park. When this area was originally settled, the farm was located on the "highway" from Camden to seasonal pastures in Lincolnville. The trails leading to the park still go by the old foundations that dotted the old Government Road from Camden. The farm has 46 acres of flowing pasture, hardwood forest and flower and vegetable gardens. At the heart of the property is a large farm pond that has been used to water livestock for generations. We hope you can visit us soon!

    Our farm abuts Camden Hills State Park, offering dozens of miles of trails for hiking and biking. Farm activities include looking after our flock of Katahdin sheep, laying hens, bee hives and vegetable and flower gardens. Activities nearby include rock climbing, boating, horseback riding, paddle boarding and swimming. Read our reviews HERE

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    • 30 Amp Electrical Hook-up: $10
    • **Frozen Organic Blueberries: $5.00 **Frozen wild organic Maine blueberries in an 8 oz. resealable packet. Great serving size for 2 people for your breakfast cereal, yoghurt, or snack on them solo! 5 lb boxes available for $35.
    • **Organic Wild Maine Blueberry Powder: $18 **Dehydrated organic wild Maine blueberries, blended into nutrient dense powder. 2 pounds of fresh berries in each 3oz. pouch. Use it in smoothies, yogurt, salads. Steep it in tea. Great for campers! 8oz. packets available for $40.
    • **Blueberry Honey: $12 **12 fl. oz. of premium Maine honey from the wild blueberry barrens. Wonderful taste to this unique honey.
    • **Blueberry Harvest: $20 **Accompany our family for our seasonal blueberry harvest. Pick your own blueberries alongside our raking crew in our organic wild blueberry barrens. This experience is available only during blueberry season in late July and early August.
    • **Old Government Toll Tour: $10 **Take a guided tour of the old Government Toll Road and visit the original homesteads of some of Linconville's early settlers. Tour takes about an hour.
    • **Bicycles: $20 **Enjoy our selection of bicycles for the afternoon, exploring Fernald's Neck or the Bald Rock Mountain trails.
    • **Tent: $20 **6 person tent, ready to go upon your arrival
    • **Farm Basket: $15 **Get a daily basket of our farm fresh produce, eggs, seasonal berries, orchard fruits, baked goods (muffins, scones, etc) and a sample of our organic wild blueberry powder.
    • **Canoe: $30 **Explore Lake Megunticook or Norton Pond with a 12’ Winona Canoe (two paddles included).
    • **Firewood Bundle: $8 **Enjoy the warmth of a campfire with a bundle of firewood for each day of your visit.

    Learn more about this land:

    Continuous Harmony Farm Campsite is located under a great old white ash tree beside a large farm pond on 46 acres of sheep meadow, forest and fields. Our farm abuts Camden Hills State Park, offering dozens of miles of trails for hiking and biking. Farm activities include looking after our flock of Katahdin sheep, laying hens, bee hives and vegetable and flower gardens. Activities nearby include rock climbing, boating,, horseback riding, paddle boarding and swimming.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $40 / night

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      7. Partridge Pond Primitive Campsite

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      Partridge Pond Trail (moderate, 1.7 miles): Provides access to Partridge Pond and a campsite in 1.3 miles. At 0.8 miles the trail intersects the Ducktail Pond Trail. At 1.1 mile the trail forks: the right fork ends at the Partridge Pond and campsite in 0.2 miles; the left fork continues for 0.6 miles on the west side of Partridge Pond before it dead ends. Campsites are primitive. Each authorized site has a fire ring, picnic table, and privy. Amherst Mountains Community Forest is a 4,974 acre Public Lands parcel with recreation trails and ecologically important forestland surrounding six ponds in the town of Amherst. Wildlife, including peregrine falcons, brook trout, deer, bear, partridge, and woodcock, thrive here; and thousands of migratory birds arrive each spring to nest on these lands. Secluded remote pond camping, hiking, snowmobiling, and ATVing are available here. There are primitive campsites at each pond, with an outhouse at Ducktail Pond and a small box style privy ("wet willie") at Partridge. If camping, camp responsibly.

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      8. Saddleback Island

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      • Dispersed
      • Alcohol
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      9. Gassabias Lake campsites

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      • Dispersed
      • Picnic Table
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      10. The Forest Poshtel

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      Private site nestled in the Maine woods adjacent to Swanlake State Park, includes usage of park pass, kayaks available. Explore our pathways and ongoing landscaping projects or just relax and enjoy the forest and wildlife. Recharge your life battery and live well my friends!

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      • Reservable
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      • Picnic Table
      • Firewood Available

      $85 - $150 / night

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    Recent Tent Reviews In Holden

    617 Reviews of 15 Holden Campgrounds


    • KThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Blackwoods Campground — Acadia National Park
      Nov. 4, 2024

      Blackwoods Campground — Acadia National Park

      Great access to all Acadia highlights

      Campground is large but very well designed. About half of the sites are spacious but others are more crowded. Very well maintained with cleaning crew in everyday to maintain restrooms and trash receptacles. The campground has access to ocean trails and Cadillac Mountain. No showers in the campground but private showers are available right outside the campground. The park shuttle has a stop at the campground and I never had to drive out of the campground. It was awesome since I visited at the busiest time of the year.

    • Theresa H.
      Camper-submitted photo from The Bar Harbor Campground
      Oct. 24, 2024

      The Bar Harbor Campground

      Perfect camping spot

      We thought our camp site was perfect . There was just enough privacy for us. Plenty of trees between us and our neighbors. The showers were easy to use and got hot fast, 5 minutes was honestly long enough. The area was nice and clean. There was even a great view when walking my dog. Acadia was about 16-20 minutes away depending on where you wanted to go. Would definitely stay again.

    • Sarah S.The Dyrt ADMIN User
      Camper-submitted photo from Schoodic Woods Campground — Acadia National Park
      Oct. 16, 2024

      Schoodic Woods Campground — Acadia National Park

      Quieter Area of Park

      We spent 3 nights in Acadia National Park. Our first night was at the Blackwoods Campground and the last 2 were at the Schoodic Woods Campground. This review is for Schoodic Woods. 

      Before visiting Acadia I didn't realize that the 2 areas of Acadia National Park are pretty far from each other. Blackwoods Campground is on Mount Desert Island and is only about a 10 minute drive to Bar Harbor whereas Schoodic Woods Campground is on the Schoodic Peninsula and is closer to an hour away. I found Schoodic Woods to be more peaceful and more spaced out than Blackwoods. It felt further removed from the usual action of a national park. The sites were large and private. We stayed in a long, pull through site which I honestly tend to avoid because they sometimes feel less private but that was definitely not the case here. Our site had electricity, water hook ups and a fire ring. 

      The bathroom (no showers) was probably the nicest and cleanest I've ever been to at a campground. 

      There are several hiking paths from the campground including one that takes you down to the bay which is about a mile away. The Schoodic Peninsula has a ring road which you can drive around and we stopped at Schoodic Point which was spectacular- huge waves crashing against the rocks. The small town of Winter Harbor is also only about a 5 minute drive from the campground. 

      All in all, I really loved this campground. We had a very peaceful time!

    • HThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Seawall Campground — Acadia National Park
      Oct. 14, 2024

      Seawall Campground — Acadia National Park

      Less crowded part of ANP

      Quiet and private sites in tent only - some extremely private! Simple clean facilities - no hot water or dish cleaning area. A few nice hikes on this part of ANP (visit the lighthouse but don’t wait for a parking spot…park and walk down .5 mile road!) while farther from most of ANP, all is very easy to get to, not more than 30 min to Bar Harbor. We also stayed 2 nights in Blackwoods and while nice, this campground was more private.

    • HThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Blackwoods Campground — Acadia National Park
      Oct. 14, 2024

      Blackwoods Campground — Acadia National Park

      Nice to camp in ANP

      Busy but nice sites-all are pull through- fairly flat and wide for some privacy. Facilities clean-no cleaning station or hot water. Busier part of the park but very central to all - stayed here 2 nights in the RV/non-electric loop and then had a spot at Seawall which was much quieter and private (stayed in tent only on seawall…) short walk from campground to small ocean vista. Also left from the campground to hike Cadillac Mtn South Trail (no pass needed!)

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

      Camden Hills State Park

      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
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      Oct. 6, 2024

      Bar Harbor Oceanside KOA

      Bar Harbor/ Oceanside KOA Holiday

      The KOA staff were very friendly and helpful, the facilities were very clean, and the store was well-stocked. The sites were a bit close, but the neighbors I had during my stay would be out and about during the day if I didn't happen to be out and about in Acadia NP or Bar Harbor myself... so that kind of made up for it. The first few nights of my stay was spent in the "Premium" section where we were on the other side of the road from the "Oceanfront" sites--it almost felt like Oceanfront sites when Big Rigs weren't blocking the view. The next 5 nights we were at an "Oceanfront" site, which was really great and worth the extra money to watch the seals, birds, and easy access for kayaking. HOWEVER--despite knowing privacy isn't really something you can find at most KOAs, it was SHOCKING to me the lack of social awareness some people have at sunset. Despite being next to the public oceanfront area (where lovely chairs and tables are provided) people would literally walk to the Oceanfront campsites and stand there snapping photos or just hanging around at sunset, even if my husband and I were sitting down at our picnic table eating our dinners and trying to enjoy the sunset together. (Picture provided [with blocked faces) of just one of the couples one evening standing right next to our firepit... maybe 10ft from where we were setting up dinner on our picnic table.) So... be prepared with how to handle that if it's something you think may bother you, too.

    • Meghan B.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from McClellan Park
      Sep. 28, 2024

      McClellan Park

      McClellan Park & Campground

      Nice little campground. $15/night now and is paid through a slot at the office/restroom building (see pictures).

    • H
      Camper-submitted photo from Bar Harbor Oceanside KOA
      Aug. 19, 2024

      Bar Harbor Oceanside KOA

      Great location, super crowded

      The Bar Harbor KOA delivered what it promised, but I am not sure we’d return.  The staff was very friendly and helpful.  They deliver nicely bagged firewood and have daily garbage pickup.  The bathrooms were clean and camp store well stocked.  The Island Explorer bus for Acadia stops at the campground.  There are rv, tent, and cabin options.  Our waterfront site was terrific - gorgeous view, and we could launch our kayaks directly from the site.  The fire pit was big and sturdy.  There were great sunrises and sunsets.   The location is an easy drive for downtown for Bar Harbor, North East Harbor and South West Harbor.

      My challenge with the KOA is the sites were so close together.  Everyone was really packed in, with no buffer between sites.  The 339 - 342 sites were literally bumper to bumper.   It is a very busy campground.   If  you are looking for privacy, this is not the place to go.

    • Sue J.
      Camper-submitted photo from Schoodic Woods Campground — Acadia National Park
      Aug. 18, 2024

      Schoodic Woods Campground — Acadia National Park

      Get comfortably back to nature at Schoodic Campground

      We just spent 4 wonderful nights here and it is possibly my favorite campground, ever. The campground is relatively new and although they could have fit more sites in here, I am so glad they did not. The sites are carefully designed so that although you might hear your neighbor you likely will not see them. We sleep in our van and also have a tent for storage and changing. Every tent site has electric, and water is available at the bathhouse. There is also a dishwashing station there, as well as trash, recycling, and food scrap bins. There are no showers, but you can wash up in the bathhouse and also heat water at your site for a quick wipe down. That was fine for us for 4 nights. There are some negative reviews on here about the lack of showers but maybe this is just not the campground for them. There are plenty of other campgrounds in the area that have showers. If that's what you're looking for ....

      We stayed at A48 and loved it.  The driveway is deep, so we felt very secluded, especially at night. The only thing we didn't like about this site is that the fire ring is in the middle of the site.  We moved the picnic table to the side and had room, but it did. limit our options for the tent a little bit. 

      This is a dark sky park so no string lights or anything like that and as a result it is also VERY quiet at night. Very dog friendly and everyone seemed very responsible as far as no barking and picking up after their pets.

      At night we drove over to Fraser Point and took amazing photos of the northern lights. Not for the feint of heart, though — it is VERY dark! This is such an amazing campground, I almost don't want to tell you because it feels like a hidden little secret!

    • AThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Seawall Campground — Acadia National Park
      Aug. 15, 2024

      Seawall Campground — Acadia National Park

      Spacious, green and private

      We stayed here for two nights. We had a nice spot on the c-loop.

      The spaces are (more or less) private and spacious. The best thing about this camp ground is the total darkness and silence at night. A truly wonderful experience in a world that often is polluted by light.

      Close by are two nice hiking trails and a lighthouse. All definitely worth a visit.

      We would definitely return.

    • Mitchell C.
      Camper-submitted photo from Seawall Campground — Acadia National Park
      Aug. 12, 2024

      Seawall Campground — Acadia National Park

      NPS needs to go back to FCFS

      We stayed at Seawall campground for a week. Took me 5 days of being diligently by my computer as the “bank” opened up to get a site. Finally did. Thankfully. However once we arrived, we came in to a 95% at capacity campground with over 50% of the sites having no one on them. And it stayed that way for a week. Booked up, and no one there while others get the shaft. Outside of that, the sites were nice, the rangers were great and the facilities were upkept well. NPS is failing us all with online booking.

    • 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.

    • Margaret L.
      Camper-submitted photo from The Bar Harbor Campground
      Aug. 1, 2024

      The Bar Harbor Campground

      Campground

      Hello! I love camping. This is a great vacation for me. I really like to rest in nature. Fortunately, I found the best solution for myself best literature review writing service and these authors helped me a lot.  For me, this is an incredible pleasure, but during the session at the university, I cannot do it, I have a lot of tasks. Come experience the charm and convenience of Bar Harbor Campground, where your perfect camping getaway awaits.

    • Megan F.
      Camper-submitted photo from Mt Desert Narrows Camping Resort
      Jul. 14, 2024

      Mt Desert Narrows Camping Resort

      Nice place

      Overall, this was a nice place to stay. The laundromat was helpful. The bathrooms were fairly clean. We had a beautiful view from our campsite! Not all campsites had full hookup and we were told that one of the dump stations worked, but as we were leaving, we realized it didn’t.

    • J
      Camper-submitted photo from Smuggler's Den Campground
      Jun. 30, 2024

      Smuggler's Den Campground

      Amazing campground

      This campground is amazing. Great space, easy hookups, plenty of grass and trees. They have a pool, 2 bathhouses, laundry. Great location. The island is very beautiful.

    • Beth R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Bangor Holden KOA
      Jun. 28, 2024

      Bangor Holden KOA

      Lots of Amenities

      Pros: Full hookup (sewer, water, 50 AMP) Lots of Amenities

      Cons: Gravel site Not much shade

    • MJ B.
      Camper-submitted photo from Bass Harbor Campground
      Jun. 19, 2024

      Bass Harbor Campground

      Hidden Gem When Visiting Acadia National Park

      We stayed at this campground unexpectedly as two places I was looking at would not accept reservations less than 24 hours in advance. They had availability, offered wooded tent spots, and were affordable as some campgrounds anymore are charging an arm and leg to camp. When we arrived, the girls in the office were super sweet. They had the essentials needed if you are in a pinch, a cute gift shop for the Bass Harbor Lighthhouse (bring your lighthouse passport with you to get stamped here), have coffee/muffins in the morning, washrooms were very clean, laundry, dog park, dog run, small rec center, and pool. Tent sites are nicely wooded and spaced out, so you are not on top of one another. Quiet hours are between 10 PM and 7 AM, and it was so nice to camp in peace and quiet with others wanting the same thing. 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. We could hear the bouy ding from our campsite. There are two beautiful hiking trails .7 miles away from the campgrounds: Ship Harbor and Wonderland, that bring you to beautiful ocean views. One of the Acadia Park entrances is 5 minutes away. Southwest Harbor is a short ride away to grab an ice cream or a nice dinner. There is a brand new mini golf center further down the road that is amazing!! The Acadia Mountain trail is not far nor is the Cranberry Island Ferry. This was a prime location to see another side of Bar Harbor, see beautiful sites and avoid the crowds of downtown Bar Harbor. So happy I stumbled across this campground by accident. I would highly recommend and will definitely return!

    • Erik C.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Blackwoods Campground — Acadia National Park
      Jun. 11, 2024

      Blackwoods Campground — Acadia National Park

      Fantastic campground in the middle of everything

      Well maintained campground with clean bathrooms right the heart of the park. I love that the southern ridge trailhead for Cadillac mountain leaves from the campgrounds and connects to a bunch of other trails. Campsites are close together but that’s on par for all the national parks. And big shoutout to Ferd and the other rangers at the station for helping me clean and dress a wound when I clipped my finger with my hatchet. They were all very kind and patient.

    • Erik C.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Donnell Pond Public Reserved Land
      Jun. 11, 2024

      Donnell Pond Public Reserved Land

      Fantastic spot for a long weekend

      This was really a beautiful spot to set up camp. I stayed here for only 1 night as I had reservations in Acadia (about 45 minutes outside Acadia) but I will absolutely come back in the future. The hike in is only about 1/2 mile so it’s totally doable even if you need to make two trips. The spots are secluded enough but not isolated. People in the other campsites were very friendly and respectful. Had dinner on the beach as the sun set behind the lake and the hike the next morning was a good climb for only about a 3+ mile hike.



    Guide to Holden

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

    What to do:

    • Hiking: Explore the numerous trails in the area. Campers love the trails at Blackwoods Campground, where one reviewer mentioned, "I love that the southern ridge trailhead for Cadillac mountain leaves from the campgrounds and connects to a bunch of other trails."
    • Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for local wildlife. One 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 camper at Mount Desert Campground shared, "Wonderful spot right on the water. Super close to Bar Harbor and Acadia."

    What campers like:

    • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review for Schoodic Woods Campground highlighted, "The bathrooms are clean and look nice inside."
    • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. One visitor at Hadley's Point Campground said, "Nice size lot clean. And shuttle bus stops on site for Bar Harbor and Acadia."
    • Quiet Atmosphere: Campers enjoy the peaceful environment. A review for Seawall Campground mentioned, "The best thing about this campground is the total darkness and silence at night."

    What you should know:

    • No Reservations: Some campgrounds, like Bar Harbor Campground, operate on a first-come, first-served basis. A camper noted, "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 full hookups or showers. A visitor at Mt Desert Narrows Camping Resort pointed out, "Be advised many sites do not have dump stations, so be sure to know what you’re signing up for when reserving your spot."
    • Wildlife Caution: While wildlife is a highlight, be cautious. A camper at Smuggler's Den Campground mentioned, "The only problem was kids running around during quiet hour."

    Tips for camping with families:

    • Family-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and pools. One reviewer at Smuggler's Den Campground said, "The playground was great for the kids. The swimming pool was a highlight as well."
    • Plan for Quiet Hours: Be mindful of noise levels, especially during quiet hours. A camper noted, "The bathrooms and hot showers are dated and get crowded at times."
    • Pack Snacks: Having snacks on hand can keep kids happy. A visitor at Hadley's Point Campground mentioned, "Nice staff. Only negative was lack of enough sewer necessitating a $12 pump out."

    Tips from RVers:

    • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Schoodic Woods Campground advised, "Choose your site carefully if you have a large rig."
    • Use Dump Stations Wisely: Know where the dump stations are located. A visitor at Mt Desert Narrows Camping Resort noted, "We realized it didn’t work."
    • Stay Connected: Check cell service availability. One camper at Bar Harbor/Oceanside KOA mentioned, "Cell service with AT&T was great. Cell service with T-Mobile was spotty."

    Camping around Holden, ME, offers a variety of experiences, from serene nature to family-friendly fun. Whether you're in a tent, RV, or cabin, there's something for everyone to enjoy!

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