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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!
Tent Camping near Meddybemps, ME
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Tent campsites around Meddybemps, Maine range from established campgrounds to secluded backcountry sites along the region's numerous lakes and coastal areas. Pleasant Lake Camping Area in Alexander offers tent sites from Memorial Day to Columbus Day, while Huckins Beach and Trail provides more primitive tent camping with beach access. The Cutler Coast Ecological Reserve features walk-in tent sites at Black Point Cove and Fair Head with dramatic ocean views.
Most tent campgrounds in the area have basic amenities with varying levels of accessibility. Gassabias Lake campsites feature fire rings and picnic tables with shared pit toilets, operating on a first-come, first-served basis with no fees. One camper noted these sites are "remote and private" with "3 secluded spots on a dead-end road." Many locations require campers to pack in all supplies and water, particularly during summer months when water sources may dry up. Access roads to primitive sites can be rough, requiring slow driving or hiking in gear from parking areas. Carry-in, carry-out policies are strictly enforced at most locations.
In early fall, many tent sites offer crisp air and fewer crowds. The Cutler Coast sites provide spectacular sunrise views directly from your tent, though the camping areas are small and can accommodate only modest-sized tents. According to reviews on The Dyrt, "This time of year (spring) there was fresh running water available to treat/filter for drinking" at some coastal sites, but summer visitors should plan to bring all necessary water. Sites at Tom's Retreat on Gardner Lake offer "gorgeous lakefront" tent camping with opportunities for kayaking. Most backcountry tent areas feature limited or no facilities beyond basic privies, making them ideal for experienced campers seeking solitude but challenging for those accustomed to developed campgrounds.
Best Tent Campgrounds near Meddybemps (6)
1. Pleasant Lake Camping Area
2. Huckins Beach and Trail
"This primitive campground is part of the Cobscook Shores Land Trust which operates 15 parks and preserves in the eastern portion of Maine near the town of Lubec."
"Pretty quiet and right near the border if you are looking for a stop before/after crossing."
3. Black Point Cove — Cutler Coast Ecological Reserve
"This is one of 5 available campsites along the Cutler Coast Bold Coast hiking trail. Situated on top of a little knoll overlooking the Bay of Fundy, this is a lovely gem."
4. Fair Head — Cutler Coast Ecological Reserve
"We approached the area via the Inland Trail, about a 5.5 mile hike from the trial head(trail signs are inaccurate, they don't account for the recent re-route)."
5. Gassabias Lake campsites
"Wooded, path to the lake. Each site includes fire ring and picnic table, and share a pit toilet. Strictly carry-in, carry-out. Road into camp is dirt and some of it can be rough."
6. Chanterelle Valley
from $15 - $75 / night
Drive Time
- 1 hr 39 min from Bangor, ME
- 2 hrs 59 min from Lewiston, ME
- 3 hrs 37 min from Portland, ME
- 4 hrs 40 min from Manchester, NH
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Tent Camping Reviews near Meddybemps, ME
94 Reviews of 6 Meddybemps Campgrounds
- jjeanne A.
GuideSunset Point RV Park
Good for the night
Wi-Fi is weak, when it works. The shower and stall are the smallest I've ever seen. Sites are tight, but I've seen worse. But when you need a place to shower and stay, this fits the bill.
- jjeanne A.Guide
Cottonwood Camping & RV Park
Great place for a few nights
Very friendly staff. Outdoor pavilion with chairs and TV. Great showers. Most sites are large and secluded with fire pits and tables. Dog Park in back. Wi-Fi is iffy at the site, good at the pavilion.
- MMathew S.Guide
McClellan Park
Great secluded campsite
Stopped here for a night after exploring Acadia National Park, a bit out of the way but the sites were nice and are close to a beautiful portion of coast line.
Debbie K.TravelerJonesport Campground
Beautiful views
Amazing views. The camp hosts are salt of the earth. Unfortunately there are some changes coming. They are loosing 10 campsites next season.
- LLeonard R.Traveler
Cottonwood Camping & RV Park
Just A Place To Crash
We stayed one night. Standard Maine camp - neighbors 20’ away on three sides.
Price is $25-$70.
This is a good spot if you’re visiting Jonesport or Cherryfield.
Staff is very friendly.
- mmeredith A.Guide
Cobscook Bay State Park Campground
Stunning!
Two nights at site #59 - one of four walk-in tent sites on the peninsula - all with gorgeous views of the bay. A bit of a walk, but carts are provided so not a big deal even if you have a lot of stuff. There were no other campers while we were there which was quite amazing (it was early in the season), but each site had plenty of space so privacy wouldn't have been an issue even if it had been full. Showers/bathrooms/wash station is kind of far from where we stayed so we drove over, but everything is super clean, brand new, and exceptionally well thought out. The staff was very helpful - you can even dig for clams right at your site if you want - rakes and containers are available to borrow with a small deposit (you might want boots and gloves if you decide to do that). The whole area is beautiful, with tons of hikes and areas to explore.
- MMark M.Guide
Sunset Point RV Park
Beautiful location
This is a campground, not a resort. It offers RV parking with water and electric. They do provide RV pump-out service, or you can use the dump station. There are showers, washers and dryers and WiFI.
The location is directly on Johnson Bay which is beautiful to see. It's in a remote part of Maine but there is a chocolatier across the street, a grocery store just north (IGA I think it might be). Close to many state parks and scenic light houses.
Chose your camp site carefully if you expect great views from your RV windows because it's possible a big rig will park in the next lot and that's all you will see (or just leave the RV and take a walk).
Camp store is very small and offers a few basics and some tourist items from the local area
- nnancy H.
ScoutMachias River Camp off Route 9
Great spot!!
Super quiet and remote. We just drove in, found a spot and enjoyed. The creek is so close to the sites!
Guide to Meddybemps
Tent camping options near Meddybemps, Maine include several established sites within a short drive of the small lakeside community. Pleasant Lake Camping Area in Alexander offers tent camping from Memorial Day to Columbus Day, while Huckins Beach and Trail provides free primitive tent sites with toilets and picnic tables. The Cutler Coast Ecological Reserve, located southeast of Meddybemps, features backcountry tent camping at Black Point Cove and Fair Head with direct access to the Bay of Fundy.
Most tent sites in the region operate on a first-come, first-served basis with limited amenities. Huckins Beach and Trail provides basic pit toilets and picnic tables, but campers must carry in all water and supplies. At Cutler Coast sites, primitive toilet facilities consist of wooden boxes with seats rather than traditional pit toilets. Water availability varies seasonally, with some reviewers noting that "fresh running water is available to treat/filter for drinking" in spring, while sources may dry up by mid-summer. Fire regulations differ between sites, with fires prohibited at Cutler Coast Ecological Reserve despite the presence of makeshift fire rings.
The tent camping experience in this region offers considerable privacy and natural beauty. Tent sites at Pleasant Lake received a perfect 5-star rating, while Cutler Coast campsites provide dramatic ocean vistas despite their small size. As one camper described Fair Head sites, "The site we stayed in was perched on a beautiful cliff top in the trees. The area is very small and fitting anything larger than a 4-person tent might be difficult." At Gassabias Lake campsites, located farther inland, campers enjoy wooded surroundings with lake access and abundant wildlife. These secluded spots feature fire rings and picnic tables with shared pit toilets, offering a peaceful experience where "Loons put on quite a symphony" according to visitor reports. Most tent camping areas in this region remain lightly used, even during peak season.
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