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    Campgrounds near Hulls Cove, Maine provide convenient access to Acadia National Park with options ranging from established National Park Service sites to private campgrounds. Blackwoods Campground, located within Acadia National Park, offers tent and RV camping with no electric hookups in a densely wooded setting. Mount Desert Campground and Bar Harbor Campground provide additional options with varying amenities including electric hookups, water access, and in some cases, cabin accommodations. Most campgrounds in the area operate seasonally from May through October, with peak visitation during summer months.

    The camping season in the Acadia region typically runs from Memorial Day through mid-October, with most facilities closing for winter. Reservations are strongly recommended, particularly for National Park campgrounds which fill quickly during summer months. "This is one of the 3 camping options within Acadia National Park itself and the campground has 300+ sites. Despite being so large, the sites are wooded and relatively secluded which contribute to an overall feeling of not being at a mega-campground," noted one visitor about Blackwoods Campground. Weather conditions can change rapidly, with temperatures ranging from warm summer days to cool nights, especially near coastal areas. Cell service varies throughout the region, with better coverage near Bar Harbor and more limited service in remote areas of the park.

    Waterfront camping locations receive consistently high ratings from visitors, with several campgrounds offering ocean views or water access. Seawall Campground, on what locals call "the quiet side" of Mount Desert Island, provides a more secluded experience compared to the busier eastern side near Bar Harbor. According to one camper, "Seawall Campground is very quiet compared with its sister site Blackwoods on the other side of the island. So quiet, in fact, that you can hear the ocean breeze and the crash of waves from the exterior campsites during quiet hours." Many campgrounds in the area feature wooded sites with varying degrees of privacy, fire rings, and picnic tables. Proximity to hiking trails and the Island Explorer shuttle bus stops makes these camping areas convenient bases for exploring Acadia National Park without needing to drive and find parking at popular destinations.

    Best Campgrounds near Hulls Cove (124)

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      1. Blackwoods Campground — Acadia National Park

      4.5(104)8mi from Hulls Cove292 sitesRVs, Tents

      "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."

      "quiet, wooded, relatively secluded. good spot at 111 where we stayed. nice places for tents. private showers outside main camping area were a positive since none in camping area itself."

      from $30 - $60 / night

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      2. Mount Desert Campground

      4.8(39)5mi from Hulls CoveRVs, Tents

      "Desert, Maine which is right next to the fabulous town of Bar Harbor and Acadia National Forest."

      "Our site was right next to a potable water spigot, and within easy walking distance to a bathroom building which includes full plumbing and metered showers (4 quarters for 5 minutes)."

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      3. Bar Harbor/Oceanside KOA

      4.5(39)6mi from Hulls CoveRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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."

      "This campground has beautiful tent sites along the waters edge."

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      4. Bar Harbor Campground

      4.7(35)1mi from Hulls CoveRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "We love the state parks and unorganized, off the beaten path camping. This is definitely not that!"

      "This is a nice campground located close to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park."

      from $60 - $81 / night

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      5. Seawall Campground — Acadia National Park

      4.5(55)13mi from Hulls Cove210 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "We stayed in one of the walk in sites (D97) and it wasn’t a bad walk at all. We could see the car from our site. The restrooms and the site were clean."

      "This campground is quiet, walking distance to the ocean. Family oriented. There are however, no showers. Most of the walk in campsites are only steps away from the parking lot."

      from $22 - $60 / night

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      6. Schoodic Woods Campground — Acadia National Park

      4.8(40)9mi from Hulls Cove94 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Schoodic Loop Road -- less popular than the main park "Park Loop Road", provides access to gorgeous shore line views and more hiking trails, but RVs and trailers aren't allowed past the campground entrance"

      "Although it is quite a ways off the beaten path, Schoodic Woods Campground is well worth the travel time. The campground is new, so it is sparkling clean."

      from $22 - $60 / night

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      7. Hadley's Point Campground

      4.2(30)3mi from Hulls CoveRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "**Campground Review: ** Hadley’s Point Campground is located on the north side of Mt Desert Island and just a short distance from Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park."

      "There was a fire ring outside of the cabin and a picnic table. We purchased firewood at a stand close to the campground."

      from $29 - $90 / night

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      8. Mt Desert Narrows Camping Resort

      3.9(24)4mi from Hulls CoveRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Some of the sites are very close to one another...we happened to get lucky with a site with more space. The proximity to Acadia and Bar Harbor was fantastic."

      "Showers rooms are every other for social distance are clean and like bathrooms cleaned daily. It is a great convenience to Acadia Nat’l Park."

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      9. HTR Acadia

      4.8(19)7mi from Hulls CoveRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "My wife and I stayed at Somes Sound for 4 nights on our Maine honeymoon trip in July. We absolutely loved our stay. We set up at camp site 9. Incredible view of the sound/water."

      "I showed up to Maine unprepared with a place to stay. Somes Sound View Campground was the only campground I could find in the area with availability."

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      10. Smuggler's Den Campground

      4.7(21)9mi from Hulls CoveRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "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."

      "It has all the things is usually stay away from because I like a little bit more primitive accomadations- less family style."

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    Recent Reviews near Hulls Cove, ME

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    • Nancy W.The Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 26, 2026

      Rest Ashore Cottages

      Great waterfront getaway near the quiet side of Acadia National Park

      If you are looking for a Maine coastal getaway in a beautiful location that is away from crowds, Rest Ashore Cottages are perfect. This property features ten relatively new cottages located right on a quiet bay along the beautiful Maine coast. Some are right on the water and others are set back a row but all have access to a private sandy and rocky beach. The cottages vary in bedrooms and size ranging from king beds to bunks and able to sleep up to six people. Cottages with bunks for kids provide toys and games for their enjoyment. Each cottage has an outdoor picnic table and BBQ grill. There is a shared fire pit and gathering area on the beach and multiple play areas for kids with digging equipment to keep them busy. Units are fully furnished with an array of kitchen appliances (some even have a dishwasher and washer/dryer) and include linens. Their website has a detailed description of what is included in each cottage and the sleeping arrangements. Their cancellation policy is great – if you cancel 30 days prior to arrival, you receive a one hundred percent refund. 

      The cottages are located a short drive to the Schoodic Woods section of Acadia National Park in Winter Harbor, known as the “Quiet Side” of Acadia. Be forewarned, this is not the main section of Acadia near Bar Harbor on Mt. Desert Island. This section of the park does have plenty of hiking and biking opportunities with miles of carriage roads and trails and plenty of gorgeous views of the rocky coastline. There are also many great picnic areas and places to paddle and fish. A great place to visit is the Schoodic Institute Visitor Center that has lots of history and information about Acadia, the Maine coastline, and the research facility. If you want to visit Bar Harbor, there is a ferry from Winter Harbor that takes you across the bay on a 45-minute boat ride. If you don’t have a car, the Island Explorer (a free bus service) will take you around the park and over to Bar Harbor. There is a small grocery in Winter Harbor and plenty of restaurants within a 10-minute drive.

    • Daniel S.The Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 21, 2026

      Cottonwood Camping & RV Park

      Nice peaceful place to stay

      Nice owner and staff, spotless and modern washrooms, great showers, fast WiFi... There is a lot to like about this place!

    • Veronica V.The Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 21, 2026

      Timberland Acres RV Park

      Clean facilities. Laundry available for $2.50 for wash and $2.50 for dry. All hook ups worked for me. I stayed at spot 085, very close to bathrooms which was helpful. Friendly and helpful staff.

    • Thomas B.The Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 6, 2026

      Holden Family Campground

      Quiet and Pleasant

      Spent a few days here in early October. Pleasant host, easy check-in, and quiet campground with full hookups. Minutes from the highway and an hour or so from Acadia.

    • KThe Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 5, 2026

      Timberland Acres RV Park

      Acadia Visit

      This is a BIG campground with lots of amenities. Laundry, dog park, bath house, etc…. The size of the place makes using some of the amenities prohibitively—you could walk well over a quarter mile to get to the bath house. Generally a very clean location with easy access to the road to Acadia NP.

    • KThe Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 4, 2026

      Mount Desert Campground

      Amazing site

      This has been our favorite site yet! We at C54 which is apparently the best site. We have a roof top tent and the site had power and water. It is a “corner lot”! It has so much room and is right near the bathroom and showers. You are in the woods and there is a beautiful lake with kayak rentals right on site. The staff was so kind and helpful. We felt they were truly happy we were there.

    • Dana M.The Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 30, 2026

      Lamoine State Park Campground

      Great Find!

      Nice state campground. Older style restrooms and showers but clean. We got a beautiful site looking out at the bay. We will likely extend our already booked 2 night stay.

    • KThe Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 30, 2026

      Blackwoods Campground — Acadia National Park

      Camping from a truck bed

      Overall great campsite! However it was raining here so if you are truck bed camping make sure to have another cover to hangout under. There aren’t many places to hangout on site. Also, showers are not in the park they are located a “short” walk from loop B if you are midway and a long walk from loop A- they also cost quarters to operate. Probably close to a mile walk from loop A and about .5 to loop B

    • J
      Sep. 28, 2026

      Narrows Too Camping Resort

      Comfortable and accommodating

      This is our first time at Narrows Too, we fount the staff to be helpful. The sites are big enough to get large RV’s in. There were several 40’-45’ buses and fifth wheels at the campground. Some of the water facing sites are pretty snug but the pull through we had was perfect for us. We would definitely stay here again!

    Guide to Hulls Cove

    Camping sites near Hulls Cove, Maine offer varied terrain from shoreline settings to wooded areas across the northeastern portion of Mount Desert Island. With average summer highs reaching 75°F and evening lows dipping into the 50s, campers should pack layers even for midsummer visits. Coastal campgrounds often experience morning fog that burns off by midday, creating distinct microclimates throughout the day.

    What to Do

    Kayaking from waterfront sites: At Mount Desert Campground, campers can rent double kayaks to explore Somes Sound. "We rented double kayaks from the front office for 2 hours and kayaked Somes Sound - it was beautiful water & amazing exploring! A bit more difficult with the ocean currents vs lake kayaking, so keep that in mind with kids," reports Whitney W.

    Hike directly from camp: Trails connect to Smuggler's Den Campground for immediate access to hiking. "You can pick up trails right from the campground and walk to a great beach in Acadia National Park," notes Jennifer P. This allows campers to avoid parking hassles at popular trailheads.

    Stargazing after dark: The Schoodic Peninsula section offers exceptional night sky viewing. "For stargazers, the short walk across the street to the beach will give you some unbelievable views of the milky way when the night is at peak darkness," shares Kyle R. about Seawall Campground.

    What Campers Like

    Free shuttle transportation: The Island Explorer provides crucial transportation around Mount Desert Island. "The shuttle bus takes 50 minutes to get to Bar Harbor, by car it's closer to 30. There was really nothing to do at the campground except camp - no hikes or trails directly there," notes Karla J.B. about Seawall Campground.

    Blueberry picking opportunities: Bar Harbor Campground offers unique seasonal foraging. "Mid July to Mid August free blueberries campside," highlights Tammy H. This makes for a popular activity with families during peak summer season.

    Clean facilities despite high usage: Bathrooms at camping areas near Hulls Cove receive consistent maintenance. "Despite being a fully booked campground our stay was very enjoyable. It was quiet, other campers were respectful. The bathrooms are dated but clean. There is a designated dishwashing drain to keep animals away from the campsites," reports Dana S. about Blackwoods Campground.

    What You Should Know

    Tent platforms on uneven terrain: Some campgrounds build platforms to overcome rocky, sloped ground. "Since the campground sits among the rocky and mountainous coast line, they have spent the time and money building leveled platforms for all the sites. Without the platforms, the campsites would be quite miserable," explains Melissa W. about Mount Desert Campground.

    First-come, first-served options: Hadley's Point Campground offers different booking approaches. "Great campground located on the water. Clean, hot showers ($1.00 for 5 minutes) a gathering place with free wi-fi, coffee and pastries for sale, kayaks for rent and many other amenities," reports Garrett D.

    Limited cell service: Connectivity varies significantly across camping areas. "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," notes Rick C. about Schoodic Woods Campground.

    Tips for Camping with Families

    Coin-operated shower planning: Most campgrounds charge for showers. "Bring quarters! You can definitely shower completely with one session of about 5 minutes (I believe)," advises Whitney W. about Mount Desert Campground. Collecting change before your trip prevents inconvenience.

    Playground and pool combinations: Bar Harbor Oceanside KOA offers family-friendly amenities. "We vacationed here for my birthday. We had full hookups with free WiFi and cable. The kids loved playing on the playground and going down to the water at low tide," shares Kasey M.

    Kid-friendly activities: Campground-organized events provide entertainment. "My daughter begs to camp here. As with any KOA they have lots of activities throughout the day for families, and a pool, but she loves the ice pop contest. If you find a painted rock and bring it to the office you get a free ice pop," reports Melissa N.

    Tips from RVers

    Size restrictions at scenic campgrounds: RV campers should check length limitations. "They limit occupants to RVs less than 20' in length and have about a 50/50 mix of tent campers and small RV campers," reports Danielle V. about Mount Desert Campground.

    Dump station timing: Plan for potential waits at limited facilities. "There is one dump station for the whole campground and can get crowded near checkout time," advises Jae H. about Schoodic Woods Campground.

    Site selection for larger vehicles: Bar Harbor Campground offers a unique site selection process. "Is a first come first serve campground. Show up find an empty spot. Pay for it and it's yours. I first had a tent space facing the ocean $36. Very close to the Pool for one night. Next morning I found an electric and water spot $40 close by and moved," explains Celeste M.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What camping is available near Hulls Cove, ME?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Hulls Cove, ME offers a wide range of camping options, with 124 campgrounds and RV parks near Hulls Cove, ME and 6 free dispersed camping spots.

    Which is the most popular campground near Hulls Cove, ME?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Hulls Cove, ME is Blackwoods Campground — Acadia National Park with a 4.5-star rating from 104 reviews.

    Where can I find free dispersed camping near Hulls Cove, ME?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 6 free dispersed camping spots near Hulls Cove, ME.

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