Best Tent Camping near South Paris, ME
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Best Tent Sites Near South Paris, Maine (34)
1. Mac's Camping Area
1 Review•5 Photos•3 SavesWest Poland, MaineWe are a small campground with 30 campsites. All sites have a fire ring and picnic table. RV sites are at least 40' x 40' using an open concept layout to maximize your comfort and view of the lake! We have three tent sites next to the lake. All sites have water and electricity as well as a fire ring and picnic table. Bathroom with flush toilets and showers close by. Rent one of our furnished RVs. We include (almost) everything you need for a fun vacation!
Swim, relax in the sun, build a sandcastle at our private beach, take your boat around the lake or fish from our dock. We have a playground, volleyball net, horseshoes, and family-friendly activities where kids and adults have a blast! We also have a rec hall with board games and DVDs.
Mac's Camping Area has been run by the McDonald family since the owner's grandfather cleared the land in 1970. Known to many as Mac, he believed camping should be affordable for all families. We pride ourselves in being a beautiful, fun, affordable family and pet-friendly campground. We place a high priority on customer service and adjusting to our current campers' wants and needs.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$40 - $45 / night
2. White Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road
3 Reviews•3 Photos•79 SavesGilead, Maine- Pets
- Fires
- Tents
- Alcohol
3. Sun Outdoors Saco Old Orchard Beach
22 Reviews•34 Photos•60 SavesSaco, MaineExperience camping at its best among the fresh Maine air and towering pine trees at Sun Outdoors Saco Old Orchard Beach, formerly Saco/Old Orchard Beach KOA. Our gorgeous resort is a great choice for families and offers an outstanding location near fun attractions like Funtown Splashtown USA and the famous Pier at Old Orchard Beach.
Plan your perfect outdoor vacation with accommodation options that including tent camping, full hookup RV sites, or a large selection of vacation rentals that will make you feel right at home. Outside of the resort you'll find activities like fishing, hiking, kayaking, and canoeing. You can also visit local beaches and lighthouses or experience whale watching with your family and friends.
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Group
- Trash
4. Boothby's Orchard
1 Review•11 Photos•4 SavesNorth Turner, Maine- Fires
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Group
- Cabins
- Trash
7. Swans Falls Campground
2 Reviews•12 SavesFryeburg, Maine- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Group
8. Saco Bound
1 Review•4 SavesFryeburg, Maine- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Market
- Trash
$25 - $50 / night
10. Fourth Iron Campground
6 Reviews•53 Photos•140 SavesBartlett, New HampshireLocated at the confluence of the Sawyer and Saco Rivers, 4th Iron is a walk-in tent site.
- Pets
- Fires
- Tents
- Group
- Trash
- Picnic Table
$15 / night
Recent Tent Reviews near South Paris, Maine
989 Reviews of 34 South Paris Campgrounds
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Dan S.
Traveler
Beach Camping Area
Motorcycle camping
Next to river and had a major flood this spring. I was tent camping on motorcycle and tent site are on dirt due to flood. Tent Site consists of picnic table. No water or sewer or electrical. $43 a night and bring quarters for shower. Clean restrooms and showers but I feel way over priced for what was offered. Should have looked for alternate.
Rachel P.
Ranger
Augusta / Gardiner KOA
Endearing, but in need of a little love…
BF and I wanted a last minute fall weekend getaway in Maine, and ended up at the Augusta-Gardiner KOA. Generally tough to accomplish during leaf-peeping season, but we worked it out. We stayed at site T5, which was wooded but pretty open. Size was decent enough.
Overall, I’d say sites T8, T9, T10 are best if you’re tent camping. While all tent sites are tightly spaced next to one another, these 3 provide the most shade and privacy of the bunch.
Owners are super nice, but the campground could use a little love. Bathrooms and amenities are a little tired. There’s potential though, and some really cute details, like a little fairy house and homemade, bear-carved benches around a KOA-community fire pit, that make the campground endearing. Also, there’s a bunch to do during prime season, particularly for the kiddies- pool, mini-golf, bounce house, playground and space to runaround.
- Brittany M.Traveler
Winslow Park And Campground
Beautiful Sunrise
Clean bathrooms and spacious tent sites. You can choose to have a tent site right on the bay or off of the bay view. The bay view sites are our favorite, we get front row seats every morning to the sunrise on the water, we just have to peek outside our tent. So beautiful! One of my favorite campsites!
- Jordyn T.Traveler
Acres Of Wildlife Family Campground
Great experience
We went the last weekend they were open for the season (sometime in October) and it was a blast! Tent sites were spacious and had a decent amount of privacy. Electric and water hookups at tent sites. General store and amenities were clean and well taken care of! A lot of families around but it wasn’t distracting since the sites were private enough. Definitely recommend!
- Melissa B.Traveler
Jericho Mountain State Park Campground
Beautiful!!
First time tent camping in the most beautiful place! Would highly recommend if you are looking for a place to recharge.
- PPaige A.
Scout
Tiny Cabins of Maine
Wonderful Camping Spot
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. Despite some distant road noise at night, the overall ambiance was serene and beautiful. The tent camping amenities, including the pop-up toilet and sturdy wooden platform, were thoughtfully provided. The fire pit and picnic table were perfect for evening gatherings, and the hammock added an extra touch of relaxation. We enjoyed the pub's games and even tried our hand at axe throwing. Kayaking in the pond was a highlight, thanks to the convenient dock. While the trails required attention to follow, the directional signs helped. Overall, I highly recommend Tiny Cabins of Maine for a memorable small family retreat, and we're already looking forward to returning in the future.
- MMichael and Betty L.Traveler
Sun Outdoors Saco Old Orchard Beach
Enjoyable stay
Spent 2 weeks in 40ft RV. Good utilities, amenities, bathrooms/showers. From tent camping to trailers and motorhomes, a very nice place to stay.
- SSuzanne S.Scout
Chewonki Campground
Great Campground
We stayed in a large tent site. Very quiet and clean. We also fished off the dock.
Jake C.
LegendTiny Cabins of Maine
Waterview Tenting!
Jake from the Dyrt here! This smaller campground offers great privacy on a large pond in the Maine forests. They recently added a tent site alongside the cabins for those looking to bring their tents into this awesome location! Make sure to post some pictures on the Dyrt when you stay there!
- Carrie T.Scout
Papoose Pond Family Campground and Cabins
Best Family Campground
We have tent camped here for a week (if not twice) every summer for the last 5 years. Pond with rentals, pool, mini golf, daily activities, crafts....so family friendly. love the half moon and kitchen and bath sites.
- AAmanda N.Scout
Desert of Maine Campground
Great for late arrivals!
While on the road on a Saturday night, it was difficult finding an available tent site for Saturday night only in the area. Called Desert Dunes and the man helping me couldn’t have been more friendly or helpful. We weren’t even sure if we would make it but he posted a campground map with my name on it and directions drawn out to an available tent site. We got there well after dark and ended up with a great little site (T3) and lucked out with no neighbors. The desert tour looked very cool but will have to wait for next time as we had to get back on the road.
- Ken G.Scout
Wassamki Springs Campground
A hidden gem in Downeast Maine
Friendly staff, clean facilities, nice pond. A great getaway for a night or month for families of all ages. Both RV and Tent sites available.
- SSamantha M.Scout
Covered Bridge
Traditional Tent Camping
Gread drive up tent sites with some within a few steps to the Kangamangus. Sites good distance apart but not entirety secluded. Great for little kids!
- KKorie M.Scout
Wild Duck Adult Campground & RV Park
Not for tent campers
We stayed one night on our way to Acadia and the tent sites were extremely small and very close together. Seems more of an RV spot
J G.Ranger
Crawford Notch Campground
Little bit of everything at Crawford Notch
If you like yurts, cabins, or tent camping they have it all. The general store is stocked with your general food items and other camping needs items. Great for groups if you are getting/sharing a cabin. Bathhouse is large and nearby.
- MMike K.Scout
Moose Brook State Park Campground
My new favorite campground in NH
Large, new Adirondack shelters and tent sites. Get the shelter....only $4 more per day ahd huge! All the facilities are phenomenally well maintained.Clean bathrooms and awesome showers! Love this place!
Jamie M.
Guide
Wassamki Spring Camping Area
Great little campground
Beautiful views from the tent camping sites. a7 was real nice. My only complaints were the toilet paper was so thin I could barely pull it (so I brought my own) and the planes. Not horrible but something to consider… I would definitely go back
- Jake C.Legend
Rainbow Koala Farm
Stay on a Goat Farm
Jake from the Dyrt here! The Rainbow Koala Farm has a spot for anyone, you can choose from a cabin, tent site or RV site. Check them out and share some pictures of your stay on the Dyrt!
- KKayScout
Paradise Park Resort
Noisy but nice
Nice little campground with many amenities which unfortunately shut down the weekend before we arrived. Clean restrooms and showers. Tent site unfortunately flooded with an inch of rain during storm. Noisy even though fairly empty. Lots of barking dogs.
Sebastian D.Guide
Foothills Family Campground
GREAT
Rolled in last minute after a reservation cancelation. Very friendly lady working and provided us firewood. We stayed at the tent sites and had enough privacy. Super close to piper trail where we climbed Mt. Chocora the next day. 10/10.
- JJennifer F.Traveler
Naples Campground
Family fun
We went RVing here, like the vast majority of people. I wouldn’t want to tent camp here. There were a lot of activities for kids and adults on the weekend. The bath houses were new and nice.
The new area has no trees and just looks like a big RV parking lot, but the older part has plenty of trees.
- Anna S.Scout
Family and Friends Campground
Amazing place
We always tent camp and have always loved this camp but our last trip it rained pretty much the whole time -not a big deal we enjoy the outdoors but the camp owner went above and beyond letting my kids stay in the lodge to get dry and just making sure to check in to make sure we were okay
- RRobert L.Guide
Augusta West Kampground
October 2020
Really loved the scenery....canoe around the lake, visit 1Big Sustainable island. Lot of tent sites on the water, we had #24, with loud family of 6 children 10’ away. Friday night 3am train is loud. Sunrise on the water beautiful, which gives this site an extra star
Julienne I.ScoutCrawford Notch Campground
Lovely near the river
Stayed in a yurt which was clean and well maintained on a nice site. Store is so convenient and bathrooms pretty clean. Cabins, RVs and yurts are all clustered near the highway which was loud day and night. Tent sites closer to the river are more desirable—quiet and relatively private.
- BBen P.Scout
Sun Outdoors Saco Old Orchard Beach
Saco/Old Orchard Beach KOA
We tent camped at Saco/Old Orchard Beach KOA. The staff was very friendly and when I called to book the site, they assisted in helping us pick out the nicest campsite. This KOA is close to Old Orchard Beach, the city of Portland, and towns of Kennebunkport, Ogunquit, Wells and Kittery Outlets. We enjoy staying here and would highly recommend it to others.
- iianTraveler
Spacious Skies Walnut Grove
Quite
Stayed here for a night it was quiet relaxing tent sites are in a field with no power hookups and when it rains you can't have your car in the field because people get stuck poured on us while we were there but other than that it was a nice place
Kelli T.GuideWild Duck Adult Campground & RV Park
Beautiful & Quiet
We stayed here on our way from Boston to Acadia. This is a beautiful campground that caters to adults only. It feels very secluded but it's close to everything. The tent sites are pretty close to each other but we had no issues with noise. Bathhouse and bathrooms were very clean. I would definitely stay here again!
Guide to South Paris
Tent camping near South Paris, Maine, offers a serene escape into nature with a variety of well-reviewed spots perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. From peaceful sites to engaging activities, there's something for everyone.
Tent campers should check out White Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road
- Experience the tranquility of nature at White Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road, where you can enjoy a serene environment with ample space between sites.
- This campground features beautiful flat areas and a nearby brook, making it ideal for relaxation and exploration.
- Keep an eye out for wildlife, as the area is known for its game trails and occasional bear sightings.
Tent campers like these nearby activities
- Enjoy a fun-filled day at Saco Bound, located right on the Saco River, perfect for summer activities like swimming and kayaking.
- For a more rustic experience, visit Mac's Camping Area, which offers access to a private beach and boat launch, ideal for fishing and boating.
- Explore the scenic beauty of Hemlocks Campground, where you can hike and enjoy the natural surroundings.
Some prices for tent camping range from $0 to $30
- At White Mountains Camping on Little Larry Road, camping is free, making it a budget-friendly option for those looking to enjoy the outdoors.
- For a more equipped experience, Mac's Camping Area offers sites with amenities for around $30 per night.
- If you're looking for a unique spot, Boothby's Orchard provides a beautiful setting for tent camping, though availability may vary based on events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular tent campsite near South Paris, ME?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near South Paris, ME is Mac's Camping Area with a 5-star rating from 1 review.
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