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Sennebec Lake Campground welcomes pets across all accommodation types, offering 120 campsites with options for tent camping, RV hookups, cabins, and glamping. Lake St. George State Park Campground permits pets on their grounds while maintaining clean facilities with flushing toilets and showers. Both campgrounds provide fire pits and picnic tables at pet-friendly sites. Bathrooms and showers at Sennebec remain clean and not very busy as most guests stay in RVs, a benefit for campers with pets needing facilities. Duck Puddle Campground features a lake with swimming access and accommodates pets at all their sites, which include water hookups useful for pet owners needing to keep water bowls filled.
Several campgrounds near Palermo provide lake access where dogs can enjoy water recreation alongside their owners. Tiny Cabins of Maine allows pets at their tent camping area with a wooden platform, fire pit, and hammock for relaxation after hiking with dogs. Trails require attention to follow, but directional signs help navigation when walking pets. The campground is serene despite some distant road noise at night. Town Line Camping on Damariscotta Lake permits pets and offers boat-in access options, though campers report bugs can be vicious during certain seasons. When camping with pets in this region, most campgrounds enforce quiet hours to prevent excessive barking disturbing other guests. Camden Hills State Park Campground provides access to hiking trails suitable for dogs on leashes, while Searsport Shores Ocean Campground allows pets with ocean access options.
"Camden Hills SP is a no contest campground if you are visiting Camden and surrounding MidCoast areas. 9 out of 10 times I visit Camden (one of my favorite places in Maine), I stay at this campground."
"As with all real estate, location, location ! The camp is well situated amongst many Maine towns all of which are worth a visit to."
from $25 - $45 / night
Check Availability"Sennebec Lake Campground provided a blend of relaxation and adventure for the kiddos and the campground's commitment to modern conveniences is evident, with amenities that bring together comfort and wilderness"
"We love the proximity to the lake with easy access for kayaking and swimming. New ownership this year resulted in some updates, as well as the addition of glamping tents near the beach."
from $56 - $219 / night
Check Availability"Truck camp and tenter) Located between RT. 3 and the banks of Lake St George. Most of the campground is situated around an open grassy field."
"I love to visit Lake Saint George! As a state park it’s nice and clean and offers several comforts like a bathhouse with flushing toilets and showers."
"This smaller campground offers great privacy on a large pond in the Maine forests. "
"I recently stayed at the Tiny Cabins of Maine with my family for two nights, opting for their tent camping site. From the moment we arrived, the host's warm welcome made us feel right at home."
from $50 - $120 / night
Check Availability"The waterfront sites (61-66) offer direct access to the lake and have trees between the site for a more private feel. Some have a private dock for fishing or sitting, others have a small beach area."
"It’s also close to other fun coastal towns. Definitely worth a visit."
"The campsites start level with the main road and then tier downwards towards the water. Campsites on the southside have less trees while campsites in the north are a little more rocky."
"**The location of this campground is outstanding. Conveniently situated between Camden and Rockport off of Route One, the views of the Penobscot Bay are drop dead gorgeous."
from $32 - $58 / night
Check Availability"Pet friendly BUT must be in leak at all times. Cannot be left alone in RV or vehicle. No sewer. Friendly atmosphere"
"beautiful campground with a lot of space for kids and/or dogs to run around, including a jungle gym, basketball court, volley ball, and a dog run. they have a garden of veggies, and flowers, a stage for"
from $14 - $168 / night
Check Availability"The campground is perfectly located between Camden and Rockland Maine. For a private campground the sites are a decent size with some trees. There is a beautiful overlook to the ocean."
"Lovely campground near the beautiful lake. Great fishing and boating! There’s quite a few hiking trails located in the town around the campground."
"We loved this campground, quiet, a lot of seasonal campers, the lake is a decent swimming temp. The bugs were kind of vicious. The bathrooms and showers were decent. People were friendly."
from $29 - $775 / night
Check Availability"The friend who was with me called around and found More to Life campground in Winthrop. Best part? we got a pull-through site for the night, so I didn't have to figure out how to back up in the dark!"
from $30 - $35 / night
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ScoutStayed Here for one night after picking up a new travel trailer nearby. The staff and campers were all very friendly and welcoming. Much of the population consists of seasonal campers with huge RVs and Motor Homes. It’s very adult oriented, super quiet, and super clean. There are nice little walking trails and a small fenced in dog park where dogs can play. Would definitely stay here again if in the area!
LegendOverall, this is a great little private RV park with awesome views (from some sites) and great access to the ocean. The park is conveniently located just a few miles from downtown Belfast (a sweet little Maine town) which offers plenty to do and see. Plus, you are just five miles from the cute town of Searsport which houses the wonderful Penobscot Marine Museum and two miles from Moose Point State Park with hiking trails, picnic areas, and more gorgeous views.
The park offers a variety of sites (44 total) depending on if you want oceanfront, ocean view, or a pull-thru. All sites have electric (50 or 30 amp), water, cable and wifi. The five pull-thru sites also include sewer. A mobile sewer pump-out service is available for guests staying one week or longer and there is a dump station. Roads and sites are gravel with grass patios and level. All sites have a fire ring and picnic table. Our Verizon 4G phone and Hotspot worked great but we mostly used the free wifi which worked very well.
Park amenities include private ocean access, horseshoes, playground, laundry, showers/bathrooms, free coffee in the morning, free weekend papers delivered to your site, free donuts on Sunday mornings, and a restaurant on-site. The park organizes a lot of group activities including pot lucks, lobster shore dinners, and free wine and beer during Friday Happy Hours. The laundry has two wash machines/dryers and was clean and tidy.
The Moorings is in a great location. It is just a few miles from downtown Belfast where you will find restaurants, a brewery, boutiques, a movie theater, art galleries, historic museums/sites, and plenty of water-related activities. Grocery stores and fuel stations are within a few miles of the RV Park. Just a mere 20 miles away is the popular coastal town of Camden.
What we liked about this park is the town of Belfast and how close the RV park is to downtown. Also, the parks small size and friendly people make this an enjoyable place to stay. We like the fact that they had social activities (like free happy hour and donuts) that bring people together. The ocean access in this park is great! A short set of stairs takes you down to the water which is great for exploring, launching kayaks, and letting the dog run/swim when the tide is out.
The biggest downside for us was the price and lack of sewer and 50 amp at some sites. Our site was $66/night for a FHU (50 amp) pull-thru on the hill in the front of the park without much in the way of a water view. Premier oceanfront sites (with no sewer and 30 amps) are $72/night during high season. That being said, there are not too many options for campgrounds in the Belfast area and we really did like staying here.
From a dog owners perspective this park gets mixed reviews. The rules ask that dogs be on a 4’ or less lease, you may only have two pets (unless you get prior approval), they must do their business in one small area and are not allowed on most grassy areas throughout the park. We make a consorted effort not too let our dog pee or poop in others yards but we don’t always have control over where that happens. We did like the fact that you could take them down to the ocean to play in the water and on the beach when the tide was out. Within two miles of the RV park is Moose Point State Park with a few miles of hiking trails, picnic area and water access (a daily use fee is charged). Downtown Belfast does have a fenced off-leash 1.4 – acre dog park with water for dogs and benches for owners.
LegendI have a love– hate relationship with KOA campgrounds. They tend to be overpriced and not consistent. You will find one that has nice sites at a decent price. Then, there are the others which are complete opposite. This KOA is on my good side. There are lots of site choices, cabins, yurts, and tent sites to choose from. The location is good as it is about 10-15 minutes far from the town of Freeport(home to L.L. Bean and tons of outlet stores), the pretty coastal town of South Freeport, four craft breweries and a cidery, and Bradbury Mountain State Park. The owners and work campers are very friendly and the super welcoming. Normally I am not concerned how nice people are but they go out of their way to make sure you get all the discounts you can and put you in a site that you prefer.
We have stayed here a few times and are always impressed how well-cared for the grounds are and how and clean the common areas, bathrooms, and pool are. The grass is always cut, weeds trimmed, fire pits cleaned and there is no trash lying on the ground. There are lots of seasonal sites but they are in the back portion of the park with the transients being in the front. The park has nice super long 50 amp FHU pull-thrus in the front of the park which will fit any length RV and tow vehicle. Some of these sites are “buddy” sites with a shared patio, but are so wide that even if you don’t know your neighbors, it would not be a bother because you are far enough apart. The only downside to these pull thrus is there is no shade. We tend to be there in cooler months so shade is not a problem. However, the rest of the campground has a very park-like feel with over 50 acres there is plenty of room to roam and even a short nature trail through a wooded area. Many sites backup against the woods or are in wooded areas so keep that in mind when making your reservation. We give this park two thumbs up for their dog park which is ten times the size of the average KOA dog park. My lab had plenty of room to run and chase a ball and there were never any other dogs there which was nice. Plus, it was clean and free of dog poop! Normally, there are plenty of activities like s’mores by the fire, crafts, pony rides (yes, they have their own ponies on site), ice cream social, hay rides but this year they were cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We don’t use those amenities anyway so that wasn’t a problem but can see that would be fun activities for kids. We were in a buddy sites with our friends and liked the shared patio. Since we were in the open area, we were able to get both satellite with our roof-mounted dome and some over-the-air channels from Portland which is about 45 minutes away. All of our hook-ups were in an accessible place but we were also in a long pull thru and could position the RV in the site accordingly.
Some of the cons for this park are the lack of cable, so-so wifi, and the dusty gravel roads and pot holes. There are a few restrooms buildings scattered around the park which may not be close depending on what site you are in.
TravelerPerfect pet friendly campground near Acadia but far enough away from it all. Friendly staff, peaceful nature setting on the water, and starry nights. Clean bathrooms and large campsites. Couldn’t have asked for more. Great also if you love kayaking or paddling!!
TravelerA beautiful place with a farm, campground and state park all together! There are tenting spots, camper spots and field spots. I recommend any with tree coverage. There are bathrooms close by to all, the main lodge is nice and the food at the snack shack is sooo good!! burgers, pizza, salad- all local and from their gardens. The working farm is open to visit and walk around. Pet the baby cows and see the pigs and goats. they have a ton of activities going on through the summer. Our huge tent site was $60 for a busy August weekend. totally reasonable! we had a lovely time despite the rain and will try to go again next year! The grounds are a short drive to downtown Freeport for shopping at the outlets and LLBean.
TravelerWe just spent the weekend here and were very impressed with the water views and the size of the sites. The campground is pet friendly- I think almost everyone we saw had a dog. The facilities were clean although I did not use the showers as we have a travel trailer.There are many sites along the river that flows with the tide. Overall a great place to stay!
ScoutThis is a beautiful, family and pet friendly campground. Very well kept. The bathrooms and showers were always clean. Plenty of activities. There is a beautiful nature trail along the stream!
TravelerWell maintained. Pet friendly BUT must be in leak at all times. Cannot be left alone in RV or vehicle. No sewer. Friendly atmosphere
ScoutKid and pet friendly. Lots of activities for kids including a flashlight candy hunt, water slide, and s’more roast. We’ve been coming back for years and the addition of a glamping tent, cabins, and domes have made it even nicer!
Palermo, Maine sits at an elevation of 371 feet in Waldo County, surrounded by rolling hills, pine forests and numerous lakes. The region experiences warm summers with temperatures averaging 75-80°F during July and August, ideal for camping. Nighttime temperatures can drop into the 50s even in summer, making campfires a practical necessity rather than just a camping tradition.
Swimming and water recreation: Lake St. George State Park Campground offers a day park for swimming with a lifeguard and an impressive playground for children. "The park has direct access to Mount Megunticook, and Mount Battie, and offers easy to advanced hikes," notes a visitor to Camden Hills State Park Campground.
Hiking trails: The midcoast region provides diverse terrain for hikers of all skill levels. "The campground's location was a highlight, offering easy access to the towns of Camden, Rockport, and Rockland, each having with their own unique New England charm," reports a camper from Sennebec Lake Campground.
Kayaking opportunities: Multiple lakes within 15 miles of Palermo offer excellent paddling. "The lake is great for swimming and paddling," shares one camper about Duck Puddle Campground. "Rockport harbor is a short bike ride away with a beautiful ocean side road. Ask the harbor master for directions," advises another camper at Megunticook Campground.
Fishing access: Many campgrounds provide shoreline access for anglers. "Nice campground with a lot of space for kids and/or dogs to run around, including a jungle gym, basketball court, volley ball, and a dog run," mentions a visitor to Searsport Shores Ocean Campground.
Private wooded sites: Most campgrounds in the region offer tree cover between sites. "Most of the sites are nicely tucked into the woods with plenty of space between them," according to a Camden Hills State Park camper. "One of the real pluses of this park were the miles and miles of hiking trails just outside our doorstep."
Clean facilities: Campgrounds maintain well-kept amenities. "The bathhouse was very clean and there are both outdoor and indoor showers; both looked nice," notes a camper at Megunticook Campground. "Crystal clean bathrooms. Owners and staff super friendly and helpful."
Proximity to coastal towns: The location provides convenient access to nearby attractions. "We discovered this campsite in 2020 and just returned from our third year in a row camping here with 2 kids... Activities started up again this year, with events such as kids' crafts, a kids vs adults water gun fight, cornhole competition, and a DJ for an evening of dancing," shares a Sennebec Lake Campground visitor.
Organized activities: Many campgrounds schedule regular events for guests. "There is a day park for swimming with a life guard and an impressive playground for little ones. Very peaceful at night listening to the loons," writes a visitor to Lake St. George State Park.
Seasonal variations: Most campgrounds operate from mid-May through October, with reduced services in shoulder seasons. "The bathrooms and showers at Sennebec remain clean and not very busy as most guests stay in RVs," according to a camper, highlighting an advantage for tent campers with pets.
Reservation requirements: Many popular campgrounds fill up quickly, especially on summer weekends. "Reservations can be made on-line but only about half of the sites are reservable leaving the other half for walk-ups. I would advise making reservations if you want to stay over a weekend or during the summer season as this park really fills up," advises a Camden Hills State Park camper.
Bug activity: Insects can be problematic depending on season and location. "We loved this campground, quiet, a lot of seasonal campers, the lake is a decent swimming temp. The bugs were kind of vicious," cautions a visitor to Town Line Camping on Damariscotta Lake.
Road noise: Some campgrounds are situated near highways. "The campground is located close to the road and, with the exception of sites 84-87 and cabins 8-10, you will hear road noise in your site," notes a Megunticook camper.
Kid-friendly amenities: Look for campgrounds with dedicated play areas. "There are a ton of activities for the kiddos and the campground's commitment to modern conveniences is evident, with amenities that bring together comfort and wilderness living," shares a Sennebec Lake visitor.
Educational opportunities: Many campgrounds offer programming for children. At More to Life Campground, "there's a pond with a private beach within walking distance and great for kayaking and swimming. The campground abounds with places to play games and hang out, whether you're interested in ping pong, basketball, volleyball, horseshoes, or swings. They're are also weekly activities for the kids."
Safety considerations: Check water access points for appropriateness. "Bathrooms were dated but clean. The site we had was on the water and had great views. It was surrounded by trees and had decent spacing between neighbors," notes a camper about Duck Puddle Campground.
Dog-friendly beaches: Several campgrounds near Palermo offer swimming areas accessible to pets. "Camden Hills State Park is located three miles from downtown Camden but the 5,700 acres provide you with that serene feeling that comes with being in the peaceful woods," reports a visitor, noting the extensive trails suitable for walking dogs.
Site selection strategies: Research the terrain before booking. "We have a 35ft RV, and we faced no issues getting in and out of the property and the sites across the water were level, with no extra leveling needed," shares a Sennebec Lake Campground visitor.
Hookup availability: Water and electric connections vary by campground. "Sites and patios are gravel and level with a picnic table and fire pit. Approximately, half the sites have water and 30/50 amp electric and the others are no hookups," notes a Camden Hills State Park camper about the dog friendly campgrounds near Palermo.
Navigation considerations: Some access roads can be challenging. "Although the park accommodates larger RV's, there are a limited number of sites for those over 35 feet and the gravel roads are easy to navigate in a big rig," advises a Camden Hills visitor.
Dump station access: Not all campgrounds offer on-site services. "There is a dump station and water spigots are scattered throughout the campground. Free showers are located in the bathhouse/restrooms and were clean," reports a Camden Hills camper, information particularly useful for RVers with pets needing to clean facilities.
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