Top Tent Camping near Orono, ME
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Best Tent Sites Near Orono, ME (12)
1. The Hawnets Nest
1 Review•11 PhotosWelcome to our cozy and charming mini A-frame cabins and Tent Sites! Nestled on our homestead initiative here in our small town located in the southern Maine Highlands, this unique accommodation is the perfect retreat for those seeking a peaceful experience a short distance from some of Maines premier Rivers, Mountains, and Coastal towns.
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$60 / night
3. Rough and Raw
2 Reviews•3 Photos•29 SavesSome of these sites are clothing optional. Please read below for details:
No frills at all. Camp at the edge of a small brook or close to it. There is a fire ring. Adults over 18 only. No kids allowed. These sites are the furthest from the port o potty and hose and everything else. Invisible to other campers or neighbors, this can be your chance to sit naked by the campfire or see what it is like to sleep with nothing between yourself and the stars but your skin. Very secluded part of our grounds. These are our only Naked sites and if filled on your dates please check out our others in Camping With Wolves, which are slightly less primitive.. or the comfy Cadillac Mt View Loft and Hammock site. Clothing is optional only in the Raw and Rough sites. That means you can also choose to keep it on ! . It is very important that you call two zero seven six six seven three two four four to be certain we know of your reservation and arrival . Call for last minute booking. It can be arranged but YOU MUST CALL. Not use the app method of calling. It does not necessarily reach us immediately. If we are able to answer, you may be in luck if there is a no show . Do not expect luxury. You may need to walk in depending on weather and your vehicle. If the weather is above freezing, the will likely be bugs.
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$45 / night
4. Maine Wild Blueberry Bliss
2 Reviews•10 Photos•100 SavesCome explore real Maine away from the crowds of Mount Desert Island/Acadia National Park/Bar Harbor at our sites at Wildberry Farm (Penobscot), Blueberry Fields Forever (Blue Hill) or Quiet Cove (Stonington)!
Ask the host for tons of local recommendations, including best places to swim, hike, eat, or even have a super local experience and hop the Mail Boat out to Isle au Haut (out of Stonington Harbor 30+min drive) and explore the beautiful trails and beaches of an even more remote island off the Maine coast!
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$49 - $69 / night
5. Soul Retrieve-Hill
1 Review•34 Photos•1 SaveSoul Retrieve-Hill is set on 10.5 acres with 3 primitive sites and 2 cabins.
We offer a communal kitchen and shower rooms and the peace and quiet of nature. It’s a short 5 minute walk to Sebec Lake for your boating, swimming and other water sports.
The access trail for snowmobile and ATV are very close to the property with no need to trailer your machines.
We are one hour from Bangor airport and one hour from mount Katahdin.
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$44 - $99 / night
6. Gassabias Lake campsites
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7. Partridge Pond Primitive Campsite
Be the first to review!•7 SavesPartridge Pond Trail (moderate, 1.7 miles): Provides access to Partridge Pond and a campsite in 1.3 miles. At 0.8 miles the trail intersects the Ducktail Pond Trail. At 1.1 mile the trail forks: the right fork ends at the Partridge Pond and campsite in 0.2 miles; the left fork continues for 0.6 miles on the west side of Partridge Pond before it dead ends. Campsites are primitive. Each authorized site has a fire ring, picnic table, and privy. Amherst Mountains Community Forest is a 4,974 acre Public Lands parcel with recreation trails and ecologically important forestland surrounding six ponds in the town of Amherst. Wildlife, including peregrine falcons, brook trout, deer, bear, partridge, and woodcock, thrive here; and thousands of migratory birds arrive each spring to nest on these lands. Secluded remote pond camping, hiking, snowmobiling, and ATVing are available here. There are primitive campsites at each pond, with an outhouse at Ducktail Pond and a small box style privy ("wet willie") at Partridge. If camping, camp responsibly.
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8. Continuous Harmony Farm
2 Reviews•11 Photos•21 SavesContinuous Harmony Farm is located on the north side of Camden Hills State Park. When this area was originally settled, the farm was located on the "highway" from Camden to seasonal pastures in Lincolnville. The trails leading to the park still go by the old foundations that dotted the old Government Road from Camden. The farm has 46 acres of flowing pasture, hardwood forest and flower and vegetable gardens. At the heart of the property is a large farm pond that has been used to water livestock for generations. We hope you can visit us soon!
Our farm abuts Camden Hills State Park, offering dozens of miles of trails for hiking and biking. Farm activities include looking after our flock of Katahdin sheep, laying hens, bee hives and vegetable and flower gardens. Activities nearby include rock climbing, boating, horseback riding, paddle boarding and swimming. Read our reviews HERE
Add Ons:
To be paid upon arrival - Venmo, Paypal, or Cash
- 30 Amp Electrical Hook-up: $10
- **Frozen Organic Blueberries: $5.00 **Frozen wild organic Maine blueberries in an 8 oz. resealable packet. Great serving size for 2 people for your breakfast cereal, yoghurt, or snack on them solo! 5 lb boxes available for $35.
- **Organic Wild Maine Blueberry Powder: $18 **Dehydrated organic wild Maine blueberries, blended into nutrient dense powder. 2 pounds of fresh berries in each 3oz. pouch. Use it in smoothies, yogurt, salads. Steep it in tea. Great for campers! 8oz. packets available for $40.
- **Blueberry Honey: $12 **12 fl. oz. of premium Maine honey from the wild blueberry barrens. Wonderful taste to this unique honey.
- **Blueberry Harvest: $20 **Accompany our family for our seasonal blueberry harvest. Pick your own blueberries alongside our raking crew in our organic wild blueberry barrens. This experience is available only during blueberry season in late July and early August.
- **Old Government Toll Tour: $10 **Take a guided tour of the old Government Toll Road and visit the original homesteads of some of Linconville's early settlers. Tour takes about an hour.
- **Bicycles: $20 **Enjoy our selection of bicycles for the afternoon, exploring Fernald's Neck or the Bald Rock Mountain trails.
- **Tent: $20 **6 person tent, ready to go upon your arrival
- **Farm Basket: $15 **Get a daily basket of our farm fresh produce, eggs, seasonal berries, orchard fruits, baked goods (muffins, scones, etc) and a sample of our organic wild blueberry powder.
- **Canoe: $30 **Explore Lake Megunticook or Norton Pond with a 12’ Winona Canoe (two paddles included).
- **Firewood Bundle: $8 **Enjoy the warmth of a campfire with a bundle of firewood for each day of your visit.
Learn more about this land:
Continuous Harmony Farm Campsite is located under a great old white ash tree beside a large farm pond on 46 acres of sheep meadow, forest and fields. Our farm abuts Camden Hills State Park, offering dozens of miles of trails for hiking and biking. Farm activities include looking after our flock of Katahdin sheep, laying hens, bee hives and vegetable and flower gardens. Activities nearby include rock climbing, boating,, horseback riding, paddle boarding and swimming.
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$40 / night
9. The Forest Poshtel
Be the first to review!•4 Photos•1 SavePrivate site nestled in the Maine woods adjacent to Swanlake State Park, includes usage of park pass, kayaks available. Explore our pathways and ongoing landscaping projects or just relax and enjoy the forest and wildlife. Recharge your life battery and live well my friends!
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$85 - $150 / night
10. Four Acre Woods Campground
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$40 - $50 / night
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Recent Tent Reviews In Orono
591 Reviews of 12 Orono Campgrounds
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Kim L.
Guide
Blackwoods Campground — Acadia National Park
Great access to all Acadia highlights
Campground is large but very well designed. About half of the sites are spacious but others are more crowded. Very well maintained with cleaning crew in everyday to maintain restrooms and trash receptacles. The campground has access to ocean trails and Cadillac Mountain. No showers in the campground but private showers are available right outside the campground. The park shuttle has a stop at the campground and I never had to drive out of the campground. It was awesome since I visited at the busiest time of the year.
Theresa H.
Scout
The Bar Harbor Campground
Perfect camping spot
We thought our camp site was perfect . There was just enough privacy for us. Plenty of trees between us and our neighbors. The showers were easy to use and got hot fast, 5 minutes was honestly long enough. The area was nice and clean. There was even a great view when walking my dog. Acadia was about 16-20 minutes away depending on where you wanted to go. Would definitely stay again.
Sarah S.
Legend
Schoodic Woods Campground — Acadia National Park
Quieter Area of Park
We spent 3 nights in Acadia National Park. Our first night was at the Blackwoods Campground and the last 2 were at the Schoodic Woods Campground. This review is for Schoodic Woods.
Before visiting Acadia I didn't realize that the 2 areas of Acadia National Park are pretty far from each other. Blackwoods Campground is on Mount Desert Island and is only about a 10 minute drive to Bar Harbor whereas Schoodic Woods Campground is on the Schoodic Peninsula and is closer to an hour away. I found Schoodic Woods to be more peaceful and more spaced out than Blackwoods. It felt further removed from the usual action of a national park. The sites were large and private. We stayed in a long, pull through site which I honestly tend to avoid because they sometimes feel less private but that was definitely not the case here. Our site had electricity, water hook ups and a fire ring.
The bathroom (no showers) was probably the nicest and cleanest I've ever been to at a campground.
There are several hiking paths from the campground including one that takes you down to the bay which is about a mile away. The Schoodic Peninsula has a ring road which you can drive around and we stopped at Schoodic Point which was spectacular- huge waves crashing against the rocks. The small town of Winter Harbor is also only about a 5 minute drive from the campground.
All in all, I really loved this campground. We had a very peaceful time!
- HHeather E.Guide
Seawall Campground — Acadia National Park
Less crowded part of ANP
Quiet and private sites in tent only - some extremely private! Simple clean facilities - no hot water or dish cleaning area. A few nice hikes on this part of ANP (visit the lighthouse but don’t wait for a parking spot…park and walk down .5 mile road!) while farther from most of ANP, all is very easy to get to, not more than 30 min to Bar Harbor. We also stayed 2 nights in Blackwoods and while nice, this campground was more private.
- HHeather E.Guide
Blackwoods Campground — Acadia National Park
Nice to camp in ANP
Busy but nice sites-all are pull through- fairly flat and wide for some privacy. Facilities clean-no cleaning station or hot water. Busier part of the park but very central to all - stayed here 2 nights in the RV/non-electric loop and then had a spot at Seawall which was much quieter and private (stayed in tent only on seawall…) short walk from campground to small ocean vista. Also left from the campground to hike Cadillac Mtn South Trail (no pass needed!)
Kevin L.LegendSchoodic Woods Campground — Acadia National Park
Huge private wooded pull through spots
Most private national park camping sites I’ve ever experienced
Meghan B.
Ranger
Camden Hills State Park
Camden Hills State Park Campground
I really like that the campground has easy access to the hiking trails. Clean bathroom facilities and the free showers were nice and hot. Unfortunately, you can hear quite a bit of road noise.
- Meghan B.Ranger
Lamoine State Park
Lamoine State Park Campground
Nice and quiet during our stay. Friendly staff and clean facilities.
- Meghan B.Ranger
Bar Harbor Oceanside KOA
Bar Harbor/ Oceanside KOA Holiday
The KOA staff were very friendly and helpful, the facilities were very clean, and the store was well-stocked. The sites were a bit close, but the neighbors I had during my stay would be out and about during the day if I didn't happen to be out and about in Acadia NP or Bar Harbor myself... so that kind of made up for it. The first few nights of my stay was spent in the "Premium" section where we were on the other side of the road from the "Oceanfront" sites--it almost felt like Oceanfront sites when Big Rigs weren't blocking the view. The next 5 nights we were at an "Oceanfront" site, which was really great and worth the extra money to watch the seals, birds, and easy access for kayaking. HOWEVER--despite knowing privacy isn't really something you can find at most KOAs, it was SHOCKING to me the lack of social awareness some people have at sunset. Despite being next to the public oceanfront area (where lovely chairs and tables are provided) people would literally walk to the Oceanfront campsites and stand there snapping photos or just hanging around at sunset, even if my husband and I were sitting down at our picnic table eating our dinners and trying to enjoy the sunset together. (Picture provided [with blocked faces) of just one of the couples one evening standing right next to our firepit... maybe 10ft from where we were setting up dinner on our picnic table.) So... be prepared with how to handle that if it's something you think may bother you, too.
- RRichard F.Scout
McClellan Park
Beautiful
Not well known.
- Ioan P.Legend
Acadia Seashore Camping and Cabins
Nice place
Little bit of noise, but ok
- Meghan B.Ranger
Bass Harbor Campground
Bass Harbor Campground
We had a pleasant stay. The roomy showers were a great surprise!
- Ioan P.Legend
Sebasticook Lake Campground
Convenient
Everything was fine , except the owner, very weird !
- Meghan B.Ranger
McClellan Park
McClellan Park & Campground
Nice little campground. $15/night now and is paid through a slot at the office/restroom building (see pictures).
- HHeather C.
TravelerBar Harbor Oceanside KOA
Great location, super crowded
The Bar Harbor KOA delivered what it promised, but I am not sure we’d return. The staff was very friendly and helpful. They deliver nicely bagged firewood and have daily garbage pickup. The bathrooms were clean and camp store well stocked. The Island Explorer bus for Acadia stops at the campground. There are rv, tent, and cabin options. Our waterfront site was terrific - gorgeous view, and we could launch our kayaks directly from the site. The fire pit was big and sturdy. There were great sunrises and sunsets. The location is an easy drive for downtown for Bar Harbor, North East Harbor and South West Harbor.
My challenge with the KOA is the sites were so close together. Everyone was really packed in, with no buffer between sites. The 339 - 342 sites were literally bumper to bumper. It is a very busy campground. If you are looking for privacy, this is not the place to go.
Sue J.ScoutSchoodic Woods Campground — Acadia National Park
Get comfortably back to nature at Schoodic Campground
We just spent 4 wonderful nights here and it is possibly my favorite campground, ever. The campground is relatively new and although they could have fit more sites in here, I am so glad they did not. The sites are carefully designed so that although you might hear your neighbor you likely will not see them. We sleep in our van and also have a tent for storage and changing. Every tent site has electric, and water is available at the bathhouse. There is also a dishwashing station there, as well as trash, recycling, and food scrap bins. There are no showers, but you can wash up in the bathhouse and also heat water at your site for a quick wipe down. That was fine for us for 4 nights. There are some negative reviews on here about the lack of showers but maybe this is just not the campground for them. There are plenty of other campgrounds in the area that have showers. If that's what you're looking for ....
We stayed at A48 and loved it. The driveway is deep, so we felt very secluded, especially at night. The only thing we didn't like about this site is that the fire ring is in the middle of the site. We moved the picnic table to the side and had room, but it did. limit our options for the tent a little bit.
This is a dark sky park so no string lights or anything like that and as a result it is also VERY quiet at night. Very dog friendly and everyone seemed very responsible as far as no barking and picking up after their pets.
At night we drove over to Fraser Point and took amazing photos of the northern lights. Not for the feint of heart, though — it is VERY dark! This is such an amazing campground, I almost don't want to tell you because it feels like a hidden little secret!
- AArno W.Guide
Seawall Campground — Acadia National Park
Spacious, green and private
We stayed here for two nights. We had a nice spot on the c-loop.
The spaces are (more or less) private and spacious. The best thing about this camp ground is the total darkness and silence at night. A truly wonderful experience in a world that often is polluted by light.
Close by are two nice hiking trails and a lighthouse. All definitely worth a visit.
We would definitely return.
- Mitchell C.Traveler
Seawall Campground — Acadia National Park
NPS needs to go back to FCFS
We stayed at Seawall campground for a week. Took me 5 days of being diligently by my computer as the “bank” opened up to get a site. Finally did. Thankfully. However once we arrived, we came in to a 95% at capacity campground with over 50% of the sites having no one on them. And it stayed that way for a week. Booked up, and no one there while others get the shaft. Outside of that, the sites were nice, the rangers were great and the facilities were upkept well. NPS is failing us all with online booking.
Margaret L.TravelerThe Bar Harbor Campground
Campground
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- Megan F.Traveler
Mt Desert Narrows Camping Resort
Nice place
Overall, this was a nice place to stay. The laundromat was helpful. The bathrooms were fairly clean. We had a beautiful view from our campsite! Not all campsites had full hookup and we were told that one of the dump stations worked, but as we were leaving, we realized it didn’t.
Beth R.Legend
Timberland Acres RV Park
Great location
Pros: 30 minutes from Acadia National Park 50 AMP, sewer & water hookup Nice amenities
Cons: Gravel site No shade
- JJon P.Guide
Smuggler's Den Campground
Amazing campground
This campground is amazing. Great space, easy hookups, plenty of grass and trees. They have a pool, 2 bathhouses, laundry. Great location. The island is very beautiful.
- Beth R.Legend
Bangor Holden KOA
Lots of Amenities
Pros: Full hookup (sewer, water, 50 AMP) Lots of Amenities
Cons: Gravel site Not much shade
- MJ B.Guide
Bass Harbor Campground
Hidden Gem When Visiting Acadia National Park
We stayed at this campground unexpectedly as two places I was looking at would not accept reservations less than 24 hours in advance. They had availability, offered wooded tent spots, and were affordable as some campgrounds anymore are charging an arm and leg to camp. When we arrived, the girls in the office were super sweet. They had the essentials needed if you are in a pinch, a cute gift shop for the Bass Harbor Lighthhouse (bring your lighthouse passport with you to get stamped here), have coffee/muffins in the morning, washrooms were very clean, laundry, dog park, dog run, small rec center, and pool. Tent sites are nicely wooded and spaced out, so you are not on top of one another. Quiet hours are between 10 PM and 7 AM, and it was so nice to camp in peace and quiet with others wanting the same thing. There are homes close by, but they are fenced off and really are out of sight, so it's not really an issue. The Bass Harbor Lighthhouse is literally 500 feet away. We could hear the bouy ding from our campsite. There are two beautiful hiking trails .7 miles away from the campgrounds: Ship Harbor and Wonderland, that bring you to beautiful ocean views. One of the Acadia Park entrances is 5 minutes away. Southwest Harbor is a short ride away to grab an ice cream or a nice dinner. There is a brand new mini golf center further down the road that is amazing!! The Acadia Mountain trail is not far nor is the Cranberry Island Ferry. This was a prime location to see another side of Bar Harbor, see beautiful sites and avoid the crowds of downtown Bar Harbor. So happy I stumbled across this campground by accident. I would highly recommend and will definitely return!
Erik C.GuideBlackwoods Campground — Acadia National Park
Fantastic campground in the middle of everything
Well maintained campground with clean bathrooms right the heart of the park. I love that the southern ridge trailhead for Cadillac mountain leaves from the campgrounds and connects to a bunch of other trails. Campsites are close together but that’s on par for all the national parks. And big shoutout to Ferd and the other rangers at the station for helping me clean and dress a wound when I clipped my finger with my hatchet. They were all very kind and patient.
- Erik C.Guide
Donnell Pond Public Reserved Land
Fantastic spot for a long weekend
This was really a beautiful spot to set up camp. I stayed here for only 1 night as I had reservations in Acadia (about 45 minutes outside Acadia) but I will absolutely come back in the future. The hike in is only about 1/2 mile so it’s totally doable even if you need to make two trips. The spots are secluded enough but not isolated. People in the other campsites were very friendly and respectful. Had dinner on the beach as the sun set behind the lake and the hike the next morning was a good climb for only about a 3+ mile hike.
- BBalon N.Traveler
Acadia Seashore Camping and Cabins
10/10 experience!
The owners were so incredibly nice and helpful! They not only surprised our girls with picks of their own antique dolls on arrival but they gave us their own brochure with hidden gems all around the area. We got to hike some of the best spots without the crowds and even got to catch starfish at a spot nearby. The sites are a bit crowded but the view we had more than made up for it. We will 100% be returning!
Guide to Orono
Camping near Orono, Maine, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
What to do:
- Hiking: Explore the numerous trails in Acadia National Park. Many campers rave about the proximity to trails, with one reviewer from Blackwoods Campground saying, "I love that the southern ridge trailhead for Cadillac mountain leaves from the campgrounds and connects to a bunch of other trails."
- Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for local wildlife. A visitor at Seawall Campground mentioned, "Many other reviewers have reported seeing Moose near or in the campground here."
- Kayaking: Enjoy the water by launching your kayak from sites at Bar Harbor/Oceanside KOA. One camper noted, "Our waterfront site was terrific - gorgeous view, and we could launch our kayaks directly from the site."
What campers like:
- Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A reviewer at Mount Desert Campground said, "Restrooms were very clean and there was plenty of hot water for the coin-operated showers."
- Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. A visitor at Schoodic Woods Campground shared, "The sites are carefully designed so that although you might hear your neighbor you likely will not see them."
- Friendly Staff: Campers often mention helpful staff. One reviewer at Smuggler's Den Campground noted, "Check-in was easy and staff was friendly."
What you should know:
- Reservations: Some campgrounds, like Bar Harbor Campground, operate on a first-come, first-served basis. A camper mentioned, "This campground is huge, and takes no reservations, so it works great for us who don’t like to plan ahead."
- Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full hookups. A visitor at Mt Desert Narrows Camping Resort cautioned, "Be advised many sites do not have dump stations, so be sure to know what you’re signing up for when reserving your spot."
- Crowded During Peak Season: Expect busy campgrounds in summer. A reviewer at Bar Harbor/Oceanside KOA said, "The sites were so close together... It is a very busy campground."
Tips for camping with families:
- Family-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with amenities for kids. A parent at Hadley's Point Campground mentioned, "The playground was great for the kids. The swimming pool was a highlight as well."
- Quiet Hours: Be mindful of quiet hours to ensure everyone has a good time. A camper at Smuggler's Den Campground noted, "The only problem was kids running around during quiet hour."
- Plan for Meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals or snacks. A visitor at Mount Desert Campground suggested, "The camp store has wonderful provisions including homemade bear claws in the am to enjoy with coffee or tea."
Tips from RVers:
- Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Schoodic Woods Campground advised, "Choose your site carefully if you have a large rig."
- Electric Hookups: Look for campgrounds with electric hookups. A camper at Hadley's Point Campground appreciated, "Nice size lot clean. And shuttle bus stops on site for Bar Harbor and Acadia."
- Dump Stations: Know where the dump stations are located. A visitor at Mt Desert Narrows Camping Resort mentioned, "Not all campsites had full hookup and we were told that one of the dump stations worked, but as we were leaving, we realized it didn’t."
Camping around Orono, Maine, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!
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