Coastal campgrounds near Ocean Park, Maine typically operate from early May through mid-October, with many facilities positioned within 20 miles of the coastline. The area features a mix of wooded and open campgrounds with elevations near sea level. Summer temperatures average 70-85°F during the day, dropping to 50-65°F at night, creating comfortable conditions for luxury glamping in Ocean Park and traditional camping alike.
What to do
Kayaking at marshlands: Wild Duck Adult Campground provides access to Scarborough Marsh. A visitor mentioned, "It is within a mile of the Audubon center office, where you can either put in your own kayak/canoe or rent one."
Cycling on Eastern Trail: The 1.3-mile multi-use gravel Eastern Trail connects to Wild Duck Adult Campground & RV Park and continues through Scarborough Marsh, offering a scenic route for cyclists and pedestrians. One reviewer notes, "The Eastern Trail, a multi-use gravel path which is a better place to walk, bike, or run."
Visit farm animals: At Wolfe's Neck Oceanfront Campground, campers can interact with livestock on the working organic farm. "My kids enjoyed visiting with the farm animals and walking along the rocky shore each day. Plenty to do between biking, kayaking, farm experience and visiting downtown Freeport close by," shares a camping family.
What campers like
Adult-only camping options: Wild Duck Adult Campground & RV Park offers a quieter alternative for those seeking age-restricted accommodations. As one camper describes, "This adult only campground is peaceful and quiet, with the sounds of birds and the trees being the main thing you hear - it is quite relaxing."
Affordable beach access: Paradise Park Resort provides a cost-effective way to enjoy Old Orchard Beach. One reviewer highlighted the convenience: "Walking distance to Old Orchard Beach, this campground has something for everyone. A shuttle will take you to the town beach or you can walk/ride bikes the .25 miles."
Fall foliage camping: Sandy Pines Campground offers extended season camping for autumn color viewing. "We stayed here to see the fall colors. The park is laid out very nice. The sites are nice size with gravel. They are under trees so we could watch the colors change," according to one autumn visitor.
What you should know
Seasonal visitor patterns: Peak season runs from late June through August, with heaviest crowds on summer weekends. A Bayley's Camping Resort visitor noted: "We stay on the event weekends, rent a golf cart and sit in the hot tubs for the duration of our stay and it couldn't be better."
Train noise near waterfront: The proximity of train tracks affects some waterfront camping areas. An RVer at Wild Acres Sun RV Resort shared, "We asked for a site on the edge of Atlantic Ocean...we got a train honking behind of our RV and a big construction besides of our windows with huge trucks coming and going all day long since 7:00 AM."
Insect preparation: Marshland proximity means mosquitoes are prevalent, especially in early summer. A camper at Wild Duck reported, "The only negative of this place was the mosquitoes. They were TERRIBLE. In the time it took after we parked the camper, to when I could dig the bug spray out of our truck I was covered in bites."
Tips for camping with families
Pet accommodation costs: Many campgrounds charge additional fees for pets. One camper at Old Orchard Beach Campground noted: "We had a great stay here with 7yo boy and two dogs. The dog fee was steep 25/pup but the complex is very well put together, maintained, and staffed."
Campground shuttle services: Old Orchard Beach Campground provides transportation to beaches, eliminating parking hassles. A visitor explained: "There is a trolly that will take you to the city for $2, but if you have a bicycle it is a quick 15-minute ride to the beach."
Pool temperature considerations: Many campgrounds maintain heated pools for comfortable swimming throughout the season. A Paradise Park visitor commented, "This campground is very cute, oriented to families and couples. There are multiple pools and playgrounds. One pool has a hot tub for kids."
Tips from RVers
Site selection for big rigs: Level pull-through sites for larger RVs are available but limited at several campgrounds. An RVer at Bayley's Camping Resort advised, "Depending on your site location you may get more privacy than if you stay in the big rig sites. The wooded sites tend to be more private and less loud."
Off-peak advantages: Many RVers recommend mid-September through mid-October for less crowded conditions. One Sandy Pines visitor shared: "We took a mid-September vacation and love how nice it is with fellow campers spread out. We are not resort campers, but this is very nice now that children are back in school."
Wi-Fi reliability considerations: Internet access varies significantly between campgrounds. A camper at Sun Outdoors Old Orchard Beach Downtown reported: "Unfortunately, the wifi was pretty terrible. We paid extra for what was supposed to be fast, streamable wifi, but at times that didn't work at all or was very slow."
