Top Tent Camping near Kittery, ME

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Best Tent Sites Near Kittery, ME (10)


Recent Tent Reviews In Kittery

535 Reviews of 10 Kittery Campgrounds


  • Judy W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Bear Brook State Park
    Oct. 4, 2024

    Bear Brook State Park

    Bearbrook Pros and Cons

    Con: Signage is awful! Hard to find park, office and cabins! Once there, Looong drive to both campground and Cabins.

    Pro: cabins are on a remote lake. Perfect for star gazing! Rustic but comfy (beds) cabins. Bring all your own stuff. No electricity, so no lights. Our cabin had a steep path. Others did not.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Sea Coast Camping and RV Resort
    Sep. 12, 2024

    Sea Coast Camping and RV Resort

    Small, clean, quiet campground close to NH beaches and Portsmouth NH

    Friendly staff, hard gravel access roads, level gravel sites. No issues with electric, sewer or water hookups. Some of the best clear, clean, drinking water at high pressure we have come across. Great access to beaches, numerous eateries and shopping minutes away. This is our second time we have been here and here for the month of September.

    I would reccomend Seacoast RV Park to other campers.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Riverside Park Campground
    Aug. 31, 2024

    Riverside Park Campground

    What you get in southern Me

    A friendly place but very crowed campground and tight getting a 21’ trailer in. About 1/2 of the sites are seasonal. Lots of beach traffic in the area and while we are glad we stoped by we wouldn’t go back

  • Ronald C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Wells Beach Resort Campground
    Aug. 19, 2024

    Wells Beach Resort Campground

    Huge campground

    I only stayed one night because I couldn’t find a spot anywhere close to 95 . The campground is huge and the spaces are very tight ,not to mention $148 for a full hook up pull thru site that my 42 ft 5w barley fit. I would not go back .

  • L
    Camper-submitted photo from Winding River Campground
    Aug. 18, 2024

    Winding River Campground

    Great time with kids

    We had a great time here camping with our kids and grandkids. River is not much to look at but the pool was great and there were great events like foam parties, DJ at the pool, pancake breakfast and live music to name a few. Staff were friendly and helpful.

  • Jonathan J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Old Orchard Beach Campground
    Aug. 17, 2024

    Old Orchard Beach Campground

    Great Community Park

    This is a great campsite. So many amenities that work. Great sense of community. Overly friendly people at the front desk that are accommodating. The spaces are very close to each other. The Wi-Fi does not work very well (WFH employees trying to see the world). Other than the Wi-Fi, everything exceeded our expectations.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Beaver Dam Campground
    Aug. 17, 2024

    Beaver Dam Campground

    Excellent campground

    Beautiful and very well maintained. The staff is awesome. There are SO many amazing activities for the whole family. Would absolutely recommend!

  • E
    Camper-submitted photo from Bayley's Camping Resort
    Aug. 12, 2024

    Bayley's Camping Resort

    Best campground on earth!

    This is my favorite campground by a mile! The people here are so friendly and accommodating, the campground facilities are clean and well kept, the kids activities are top notch, and the free trolly to Old Orchard Beach and Pine Point Beach is so convenient and the drivers are AMAZING. The nightly entertainment is also outstanding, especially the hypnotist. There are three nice pools, several playgrounds, two stores, a mini golf course, several ponds for fishing, and a really great restaurant with a huge selection of foods and decent prices. There’s also an adult pool with its own bar and restaurant that’s also very good! They serve a yummy brunch too. I really can’t say enough about Bayley’s. We travel 9.5 hours to come here each year and when we arrive, it simply feels like home. Old Orchard Beach is beautiful and is just a 5 minute trolly ride away. Just come! And don’t forget to bring your boogie boards!!

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Thousand Trails Moody Beach
    Aug. 8, 2024

    Thousand Trails Moody Beach

    Nice for one or two nights

    The 30 amp sites are very close together.

    The campground layout is quite unusual, with campers parked lengthwise along the road. This means that you share the space where you sit outside with the camper behind you, resulting in very little privacy. It feels cramped, and you’re constantly close to your neighbors. If you’re looking for a peaceful, secluded camping experience, this setup might not be ideal.

    The facilities are ok but dated and could be cleaner. The beach is a short 15-minute walk.

    For children, there is a swimming pool, a basketball court and a small playground

    All in all, this is a good campground if you are on the road and want to spend a night or two exploring the area.

  • Jeremy T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Circle 9 Ranch Campground
    Aug. 4, 2024

    Circle 9 Ranch Campground

    Dirty and uninviting

    This is one of the dirtiest camp grounds I’ve been to.  It smelled of septic gas and trash.  The bathrooms were disgusting, the pool and playground were a slimy mess.  Camp sites are small and buggy.  Open septic line everywhere.  Picnic tables were all rotten.  Not a pleasant stay at all.  This is a trailer park not a camp ground.

  • Tracy W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Autumn Hills Campground
    Jul. 31, 2024

    Autumn Hills Campground

    Enjoyable and memorable experience

    Autumn Hills Campground is AWESOME! It’s remotely located and the amenities and activities are amazing, something for everyone! The staff is so friendly and helpful and I can’t say enough how clean the bathrooms, laundry room and store are! The super nice owners, Adam& Jennifer are constantly making upgrades and changes and have really created a beautiful, family oriented campground! I recommend you take the virtual tour online so you can pick a sight that works for you and book it soon.

  • H
    Camper-submitted photo from Wild Duck Adult Campground & RV Park
    Jul. 31, 2024

    Wild Duck Adult Campground & RV Park

    Quiet campground on Scarborough Marsh

    We stayed for 3 nights in late July.   The campground is peaceful and quiet, with the sounds of birds and the trees being the main thing you hear - it is quite relaxing.   The trees are quite tall and create a lovely canopy overhead.   There is some road traffic noise, but it’s minimal.  The sites that face the marsh are the best sites - they have some grass and lovely views.  We were in site 5, which faces the woods and was dirt.  It had a slight bump in it which made hooking and unhooking our travel trailer a little difficult.   The sites are close together, and do not have any foliage buffers between them.  The bathrooms were very clean.   The people we met who worked at the camp were friendly and helpful.   It is within a mile of the Audubon center, where you can either put in your own kayak/canoe or rent one.   The Eastern Trail is 1.3 miles away,  and good for walking, running or gravel biking.

  • Miccal  M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bear Brook State Park
    Jul. 22, 2024

    Bear Brook State Park

    Nice, Clean but crowded, and most sites are close together

    This was my first time staying at Bear Brook, it's an easy campground to get to, once you get to the west gate it's about a 4-mile drive to the campground, if you're coming from the east it's about 1.5 miles.

    The first impression was impressed by the size and how organized everything was. Check-in was easy, then driving to my site (#7) took a minute.

    That's when I realized the sites were 4' apart in the section I was staying in. Other sites on each end are further apart.

    The campground has a beach, a playground, a Ball field, and a store. The roads are all easy to drive on but narrow.

  • c
    Camper-submitted photo from Gunstock Mountain Resort
    Jul. 15, 2024

    Gunstock Mountain Resort

    Peaceful and great location

    We enjoyed this campground! The staff upon arrival was so nice. It was so quiet at night! Got to walk to hike Gunstock. Wished there was a restaurant within walking distance. But not a show stopper. We will be back!

  • k
    Camper-submitted photo from Saddleback Campground
    Jul. 9, 2024

    Saddleback Campground

    If I could do negative I would

    So my fiance and I we had called and asked if they had tent sites they put us at 9T ( which to any other campground T with the number means tent) but the owner comes up this morning being a complete ass saying that it wasn’t a tent site & that we requested to move sites and now all of a sudden it was a problem so paid 60?which was supposed to be paid for two nights & basically told that we had to pack up and leave with no refund & a very sour taste in my mouth from that campground. I will never return

  • k
    Camper-submitted photo from Circle 9 Ranch Campground
    Jul. 9, 2024

    Circle 9 Ranch Campground

    Terrible

    So I had gotten a tent site for 4 days and Roxanne the old bag in the office does nothing but talk about everyone & everytime you put in for a reservation she says I can’t give you a tent site 🤔🤔 but yet I’ve been nothing polite and

  • Nate & His Reina Puertorriqueña H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Thousand Trails Moody Beach
    Jul. 8, 2024

    Thousand Trails Moody Beach

    It was just ok.

    It was an ok experience. We don’t like the campsites being sideways or parallel to the road, it feels strange. Bathrooms were down for cleaning but when they opened they smelled of bleach and still had gobs of hair in the drains of multiple shower stalls.

  • A
    Camper-submitted photo from Spacious Skies Walnut Grove
    Jul. 7, 2024

    Spacious Skies Walnut Grove

    Great Stopover for Maine Hotspots

    I was on a long road trip and only stayed a few days mainly to see the nearby Maine hotspots - Kennebunkport and Portland. The campground is not fancy, but clean and well maintained. Many of the sites were used by long-term campers, which turns the campground into a nice little neighborhood - everyone I greeted waved or said hello. I travel solo, and felt very safe.

  • B
    Camper-submitted photo from Salmon Falls / Lebanon KOA
    Jun. 29, 2024

    Salmon Falls / Lebanon KOA

    Big and Friendly campground

    This campground is pretty big, sprawled out with lots to do, like tubing, cornhole, arcade, pools with slide and more. Customers service was great both at check in as well as later when getting wood delivered. Sites are descent and bathrooms are nice and modern. I would recommend this campground to my friends and family and will come back.

  • Paulina B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Thousand Trails Moody Beach
    Jun. 21, 2024

    Thousand Trails Moody Beach

    Consider Thousand Trails Membership for Better Value

    Consider the Thousand Trails membership when booking this site. Our annual membership fees basically covered what it would cost to camp here for two weeks.

    The campground has good proximity to Orchard Beach and Portland. However, the spots are pretty tight, and the WiFi is awful away from the registration office. We were in the wooded area, but those camping on the outskirts seemed able to utilize their Starlink.

    The dog park and pool were small but nice. The bathroom facilities were pretty good, though they weren't cleaned as often as they should be.

  • k
    Camper-submitted photo from Lazy River Family Campground
    May. 30, 2024

    Lazy River Family Campground

    Amazing😍🤩

    Let me just start by saying I come here every year and I absolutely love the friendliness of the staff, the other campers and or people who tent. I bring my kids here every year the first camping trip kids always ask can we go to Lazy River Campground!! I enjoy every second of being here!

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sea Coast Camping and RV Resort
    May. 28, 2024

    Sea Coast Camping and RV Resort

    Not my norm

    While not the type of campground we normally try to book, it fit our needs for this trip perfectly. The bathrooms are clean and nice, and the landscape was well maintained. I could picture my father in law loving this place.

  • Jake H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Black Bear Campground
    May. 21, 2024

    Black Bear Campground

    Quick off highway camp site

    They charge 50 dollars for a tent site with no electric, the spots are right next to eachother and touch the bath house. There’s more rules than a state park.its easy to get in and out of.



Guide to Kittery

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

What to do:

  • Kayaking and Canoeing: Many campgrounds, like Pawtuckaway State Park Campground, provide easy access to water activities. One reviewer mentioned, "Lots of great spots on the water, easy to put a kayak in from."
  • Hiking: Explore the trails at Bear Brook State Park Campground. A visitor noted, "There are many opportunities for hiking, with trails leading to many special points of interest."
  • Beach Days: Enjoy the sun at Salisbury Beach State Reservation. A camper shared, "Great location. Perfect for a beach weekend or week."

What campers like:

  • Scenic Views: Campers rave about the stunning views at Winslow Park And Campground. One guest said, "The sunrise over the bay view we had was absolutely incredible."
  • Clean Facilities: Many appreciate the cleanliness of the campgrounds. A review for Wompatuck State Park Campground mentioned, "The bathroom amenities work but not the cleanest," indicating that while there are some issues, many facilities are well-maintained.
  • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Campgrounds like Wolfe's Neck Oceanfront Campground are great for families. One reviewer noted, "Such a great place for families."

What you should know:

  • Site Spacing: Some campgrounds, like Bear Brook State Park Campground, have sites that are close together. A visitor mentioned, "The sites were 4' apart in the section I was staying in."
  • Pet Policies: If you're bringing a furry friend, check the pet policies. For example, Pawtuckaway State Park Campground allows leashed pets on hiking trails but not in the campground or beach area during summer.
  • Water Quality: At White Lake State Park Campground, one camper noted, "Water from the spigot is absolutely HORRID tasting," so be prepared with your own drinking water.

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose the Right Campground: Look for family-friendly options like Wolfe's Neck Oceanfront Campground, where one reviewer said, "Great place for kids with lots of variety."
  • Plan Activities: Make sure to have a list of activities. A camper at Winslow Park And Campground mentioned, "Walking trails all around mostly in wooded areas."
  • Pack for Comfort: Bring items that make camping easier for kids, like games or outdoor toys. One family at Minute Man Campground enjoyed the "games and movies for campers to enjoy."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Wompatuck State Park Campground noted, "The site was small and tight."
  • Electric Hookups: Look for campgrounds with electric hookups, like Minute Man Campground, which offers "some sites with electric and water hookups."
  • Be Mindful of Noise: Some campgrounds can be noisy, especially during peak season. A camper at Saco Old Orchard Beach KOA mentioned, "It felt crowded, but overall, the campers were friendly and considerate."

Camping near Kittery, Maine, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RVer seeking adventure. Just remember to check the specific campground details to make the most of your trip!

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