The Ocean Park area lies in York County with elevations averaging 10-15 feet above sea level. Most RV campgrounds near Ocean Park, Maine experience moderate maritime climate with average summer temperatures between 70-80°F during peak camping season. The area features a mix of coastal campgrounds and inland wooded settings within a 20-mile radius of Ocean Park.
What to do
Beach access options: Sun Outdoors Saco Old Orchard Beach provides a trolley service directly to Old Orchard Beach during summer months. "This campground is four miles from Old Orchard Beach which is a trip. It is a throw-back from your childhood when carnival rides and funnel cakes made you so happy. The town smells like fried food and pizza and shopping consists of t-shirts and beach chairs," notes Nancy W.
Wildlife viewing: Visit the Rachael Carson National Wildlife Refuge located 10 miles from most Ocean Park campgrounds. The refuge offers hiking trails suitable for all skill levels. "A great place to explore is Rachael Carson National Wildlife Refuge. There is a small welcome center and trails that wind through the marsh with some beautiful views (and dog-friendly)," according to Nancy W.
Water recreation: The Saco River Marsh offers kayaking opportunities with rentals available seasonally. "If you like to paddle, head to the Saco River Marsh. Here you can put in your own boats or rent some and paddle through beautiful marsh – just watch the tides," advises a visitor to the area.
Brewery tours: Local craft breweries provide tours within 15-20 minutes of Ocean Park. "We loved our lunch at the Run of the Mill Public House and Brewery which has a varied food menu with creative selections and good beer. The restaurant is in an old mill and retained some of the interesting original architectural features," shares a camper from Sun Outdoors Saco.
What campers like
Heated pools: Wild Acres Sun RV Resort maintains multiple heated pools with separate areas for different age groups. "They have great activities every week during the summer for kids and adults and special times they have for teens to be themselves without smaller kids or adults. They have other activities such as mini golf, all sorts of sports areas, three pools which their main pool has their own hot tub for adults as well as two for children," writes Tammie M.
Adult-only spaces: Wild Duck Adult Campground offers a quiet, child-free environment for campers seeking a more peaceful experience. "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," notes Heather C. The campground features both tent and RV sites with various hookup options.
Clean facilities: Many campgrounds in the area maintain clean bathrooms and showers despite high visitor numbers. "The bathrooms were very clean. You constantly saw yellow-shirted people busily working," shares one reviewer about their stay at Sun Outdoors Saco. Another camper mentioned, "The bathrooms and showers were really clean and you constantly saw yellow-shirted people busily working."
Wooded sites: Several campgrounds offer sites with tree cover for shade during hot summer days. "The campground sits among tall pine trees which offer nice shade helps alleviate some of the feel of a crowded campground," mentions a reviewer from Sun Outdoors Saco.
What you should know
Seasonal operation: Most Ocean Park area campgrounds operate from May through mid-October, with peak season rates from June through August. Thousand Trails Moody Beach operates "April 14 to October 15" according to their information, with many amenities closing earlier in the season.
Site proximity: Many campgrounds feature closely spaced sites, especially during peak season. "Most sites are pretty close to each other and do not have great buffers. The sites that face the marsh are the best sites - they have some grass and lovely views," reports Heather C. about Wild Duck Adult Campground.
Insect preparation: Marsh proximity means mosquitoes can be problematic, particularly in early summer. "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," warns Megan W. about her experience at Wild Duck.
Train noise: Some campgrounds advertised as "oceanfront" may actually be separated from the beach by train tracks. "The campground map is missing the train tracks that are between the campground and the ocean. The trains all blow there horn and you will hear it if your at one of the site 'by the ocean'," cautions Bryan about Wild Acres Sun RV Resort.
Tips for camping with families
Activity scheduling: Cole's Mine RV Resort offers themed areas and playgrounds specifically designed for younger children. "Super fun pool and a small campground so not many people crowding the pool. Many nice fishing spots and lots of play areas and outdoor recreation," shares Samantha N. about their experience.
Cabin alternatives: For families new to camping, cabins provide a comfortable transition option. "K16 was a single room cabin that could comfortably sleep 4, furnished with a full-sized bed and a bunk bed. We were shocked to find that the cabin had electrical, lights and a small heater," reports Rachel P. about her stay at Sun Outdoors Saco.
Beach timing: Plan beach visits according to tide schedules, particularly with young children. "If you have little ones, time your beach trips with low tide. The waves crash pretty hard at high tide," advises a reviewer from Wild Acres.
Playground access: Select sites near playground facilities to allow easier supervision. "There is a good looking pool but it just isn't warm enough in ME for me to swim. If you have children, there's a nice play area with really nice playground equipment," notes Susan J. from her stay at Sea-Vu West.
Tips from RVers
Site dimensions: Shamrock Campground and other area RV parks have varying site sizes that may challenge larger motorhomes. "Camping spots are a bit cramped. We have a huge tent. But everyone was super nice," reports leona about their experience at Shamrock.
Road conditions: Some campgrounds have tight interior roads requiring careful navigation. "This place is well laid out and very well taken care of," mentions Andrew G. about Cole's Mine RV Resort, though other campgrounds may present more challenges.
Site configurations: Some RV parks use unconventional site layouts. "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," explains Arno W. about Thousand Trails Moody Beach.
Power specifications: RV parks offer different amperage options. "Our site was level and long enough to fit our 45' RV," shares one reviewer about their experience at an Ocean Park area campground.
