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RV Camping near Sandy Point, ME
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Several RV parks near Sandy Point provide full hookup options for motorhomes and travel trailers. Moorings Oceanfront RV Resort in Belfast offers waterfront sites with 50-amp electric, water, and sewer connections, operating from May through October. Timberland Acres RV Park in Ellsworth features spacious gravel sites with full hookups, accommodating larger rigs during their mid-May to mid-October season. "We had a FHU (50 amp) pull-thru on the hill in the front of the park without much in the way of a water view," noted one visitor about Moorings. Pumpkin Patch RV Resort in Hermon provides pull-through sites with 50-amp service, while Mt Desert Narrows Camping Resort near Bar Harbor has both water/electric and full hookup options with sites that are "level and had some shade," according to camper feedback.
Acadia National Park's proximity influences the region's RV camping options, with most private parks serving as convenient bases for exploring the park and coastal Maine. Cell service varies significantly—Verizon generally performs well throughout the area, while T-Mobile coverage can be spotty. Many campgrounds offer amenities like heated pools, laundry facilities, and camp stores, though prices increase substantially for premium waterfront locations, with some oceanfront sites exceeding $100 per night during peak season. Dump stations are available at most parks, though some older facilities have limited capacity, creating wait times during busy checkout periods. The Island Explorer shuttle service provides free transportation around Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park during summer months, allowing RVers to leave their vehicles at camp and avoid parking challenges at popular destinations.
Best RV Campgrounds near Sandy Point (80)
1. Patten Pond Camping Resort
"It is a full service RV campsite so that is always convenient. We went at the end of September to visit Acadia National Park and the foliage was Beautiful! It wasn't even at it's peak."
"Friendly, very clean and quiet. Beautiful sites with mostly hardwood trees. Laundry, showers and camp store. Sites are fairly large. Nice pond for swimming or boating."
2. Mt Desert Narrows Camping Resort
"Water and 30-amp electric, some are full hook up, and a dump station. The site was easy to get into, and reasonably level. Lots of shade, and a steady breeze off the water."
"Beautiful park with some shady, some sunny, some on the water, all level sites. Nice bathrooms, laundry room, playground and rec area for kids. Pet friendly."
3. Narrows Too Camping Resort
"The sites are big enough to get large RV’s in. There were several 40’-45’ buses and fifth wheels at the campground."
"Trails range from easy to strenuous with some taking you on a nice walk around a lake or pond where others guide you along steep ledges and up with ladders and rungs. "
4. Pumpkin Patch RV Resort
"Stayed Here for one night after picking up a new travel trailer nearby. The staff and campers were all very friendly and welcoming."
"Most of the campers were seasonals whose campsites were well-kept and they were quiet. The staff and other campers were very friendly."
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from $50 / night
5. Moorings Oceanfront RV Resort
"This is a great little private RV park with awesome views (from some sites) and great access to the ocean."
6. Greenlaw's RV Park & Campground
"The amenities are all well done, limited in scope. The result is a quiet atmosphere. Troy and his wife (the owners) are very friendly and helpful."
"This is a small, wooded campground with large private sites. They are working to improve the campground everyday."
7. Camden Hills RV Resort
8. Mainstay Cottages & RV Park
"If you’re looking for a camp site close to Acadia without the crowd, look to MainStay in Winter Harbor. About an hours drive to the main Acadia but just 5 minutes to the Schoodic Peninsula."
"Very small RV site. Located on Winter Harbor, great views. Steps away from the small ferry that goes to Bar Harbor and a few minutes to Schoodic Peninsula. Couple of nice restaurants close by."
9. Timberland Acres RV Park
"Pros: 30 minutes from Acadia National Park 50 AMP, sewer & water hookup Nice amenities Cons: Gravel site No shade"
"We had a nice pull through site with full hook ups. Most are pretty close to each other, ours was wider but faced another camper who faced us."
Check Availabilityfrom $47 - $70 / night
10. West Bay Acadia RV Campground
"Sites range in price from$125-165/night depending on the season (with possible additional charges for electricity usage). "
"Great location and hidden gem. Need to be self-contained as there’s no amenities. Park is on the water and great views."
Check Availabilityfrom $125 - $165 / night
Drive Time
- 35 min from Bangor, ME
- 1 hr 32 min from Lewiston, ME
- 2 hrs 9 min from Portland, ME
- 3 hrs 12 min from Manchester, NH
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RV Park Reviews near Sandy Point, ME
735 Reviews of 80 Sandy Point Campgrounds
- Nancy W.
LegendLake St. George State Park Campground
Prett lake setting
This campground is located on the northwest shore of Lake St. George which is a beautiful spring fed lake. The closest big town is Belfast which is just 16 miles west and Augusta is about 25 miles away. The park offers lots to do like boating, picnicking, volleyball, fishing, hiking, and swimming (which is in a designated area with lifeguards in the summer months). The park has rental canoes, paddle boats and kayaks for those that don’t have their own. We visited in the summer and the campground was pretty full but you didn’t feel like you were smothered. There are only 39 campsites, most of which are reservable online. The campground is also open in the winter and offers lots of winter outdoor activities. Campsites are a mix of gravel, grass, shady, and completely open sites. Be careful which site you book because some campsites are wide open with no shade so you may not want to book those in the summer. There is are newer restrooms with showers towards the front of the campground. The restrooms and showers are together in one room so you have lots of privacy. The shower had plenty of hot water. A dump station and potable water fill are located near the entrance. Sites along the water were nice and large enough for big-rigs but many were unlevel. We thought sites 21-23 and 30 were some of the nicest. Campsites in the middle section seemed more level than the ones along the lake or nearest the road in the woods. The sites in the middle also tend to be larger and you could use as a pull-thru. Our Verizon phone and hotspot worked well and we were able to pick up a few over-the-air antenna. One of the downsides is the noise from Route 3 which is a busy road. The other is that there are no hook-ups in the campground. Each site does have a firepit and picnic table. Nearby is the Lake St. George Brewing Company which has great beer and a dog-friendly patio. Check out the little town of Liberty nearby which has a restaurant, an interesting tool store and Liberty Graphics which has tons of cheap t-shirts with cool designs.
- Nancy W.Legend
Schoodic Woods Campground — Acadia National Park
Quiet Side of Acadia National Park
Acadia National Park is definitely one of our favorite National Parks and Schoodic Woods Campground adds to the awesome experience. This is the “Quiet Side” of Acadia which means way less crowds. The campground is divided into two loops A and B with campsites able to fit big-rigs to tents. Loop B has large pull-thru sites adequate to fit any size RV and has water and electric with sites being more open than Loop A. Loop A has a little more privacy between sites and does offer 30/50-amp electric but no water at the site. Many sites in Loop B are not level and we had a difficult time getting level in our site (B24). All the roads are paved and campsites are gravel with a large patio and fire pit and picnic table. Each loop has two bath houses, but be forewarned, there are NO showers in the campground (you have to drive to another campground nearby and pay for showers), nor is there a laundry facility. There are dish washing stations at the bathhouses with hot water. Park staff does a great job of keeping the bathrooms clean and camp hosts regularly clean campsites and fire pits. There is a hike-in tent section but, oddly, campfires (wood and charcoal) are not allowed but you can use butane. There is Wifi at bathrooms and Ranger Station. All sites have to be booked online and they will not make reservations at the ranger station.
We love this section of Acadia because there are far less crowds but you still have the beautiful coastline and plenty of hiking and biking opportunities. Hiking trails and the carriage roads are accessible right from the campground so you don’t have to drive anywhere. Frazier Point is a great place to launch a canoe or kayak, just be aware of the 10–12-foot tides and plan accordingly. The Musquito Harbor Brewery is a great place to go for pizza and beer after a morning exploring the park.
Veronica V.
ScoutTimberland Acres RV Park
Clean facilities. Laundry available for $2.50 for wash and $2.50 for dry. All hook ups worked for me. I stayed at spot 085, very close to bathrooms which was helpful. Friendly and helpful staff.
Thomas B.
RangerHolden Family Campground
Quiet and Pleasant
Spent a few days here in early October. Pleasant host, easy check-in, and quiet campground with full hookups. Minutes from the highway and an hour or so from Acadia.
- KKevin L.Scout
Timberland Acres RV Park
Acadia Visit
This is a BIG campground with lots of amenities. Laundry, dog park, bath house, etc…. The size of the place makes using some of the amenities prohibitively—you could walk well over a quarter mile to get to the bath house. Generally a very clean location with easy access to the road to Acadia NP.
- KKaren M.Guide
Mount Desert Campground
Amazing site
This has been our favorite site yet! We at C54 which is apparently the best site. We have a roof top tent and the site had power and water. It is a “corner lot”! It has so much room and is right near the bathroom and showers. You are in the woods and there is a beautiful lake with kayak rentals right on site. The staff was so kind and helpful. We felt they were truly happy we were there.
Dana M.GuideLamoine State Park Campground
Great Find!
Nice state campground. Older style restrooms and showers but clean. We got a beautiful site looking out at the bay. We will likely extend our already booked 2 night stay.
- KKira B.Scout
Blackwoods Campground — Acadia National Park
Camping from a truck bed
Overall great campsite! However it was raining here so if you are truck bed camping make sure to have another cover to hangout under. There aren’t many places to hangout on site. Also, showers are not in the park they are located a “short” walk from loop B if you are midway and a long walk from loop A- they also cost quarters to operate. Probably close to a mile walk from loop A and about .5 to loop B
Guide to Sandy Point
Several campgrounds near Sandy Point provide seasonal camping options from mid-May through mid-October, with varying degrees of amenities and natural settings. The region's tidal patterns create dramatic water level changes of 10-12 feet, affecting waterfront activities and views at oceanside campgrounds. Winter Harbor and Stonington offer quieter alternatives to the busier Mount Desert Island area, with significantly fewer crowds but similar coastal Maine landscapes.
What to do
Visit Schoodic Peninsula: Located just 10 minutes from West Bay Acadia RV Campground, the Schoodic section of Acadia National Park offers less crowded trails and coastal views. "This small campground opened in 2021 and has amazing waterfront views and nice full hook-up sites," notes one visitor who appreciates the proximity to this quieter section of the national park.
Explore local islands: Take the ferry from Winter Harbor to Bar Harbor for a day trip from Mainstay Cottages & RV Park. "Located on Winter Harbor, great views. Steps away from the small ferry that goes to Bar Harbor and a few minutes to Schoodic Peninsula," reports a camper who enjoyed this strategic location.
Stargaze under dark skies: The region offers exceptional night sky viewing opportunities away from light pollution. At West Bay Acadia RV Campground, "campers are asked to turn outside lights off so there is no light noise to interfere with the beautiful sky full of stars, planets, and meteor showers," making it ideal for astronomy enthusiasts.
What campers like
Waterfront access: Many rv sites near Sandy Point, Maine feature water views or direct shoreline access. At Narrows Too Camping Resort, visitors appreciate the scenic location. "We got a site on the water with lots of room. Water and 30-amp electric, some are full hook up, and a dump station. The site was easy to get into, and reasonably level. Lots of shade, and a steady breeze off the water," reports a satisfied camper.
Community gardens: Some campgrounds offer unique amenities like shared garden spaces. West Bay Acadia RV Campground provides "a free community garden which has a wonderful selection of produce including strawberries, tomatillos, fresh herbs, beans, lettuces, etc. Feel free to pick whatever you will eat, just leave some for others."
Local seafood access: Many campers enjoy buying fresh seafood directly from nearby docks. "Live lobster can be bought off the dock at the nearby town of Corea," notes a visitor to the Gouldsboro area, while others mention nearby lobster pounds for convenient seafood meals.
What you should know
Seasonal operations: Most RV parks in the region operate from May through October. Timberland Acres RV Park runs "Mid May to Mid October," and visitors note its convenient location: "30 minutes from Acadia National Park, 50 AMP, sewer & water hookup, nice amenities," though some mention "gravel site, no shade" as potential drawbacks.
Tidal considerations: Waterfront activities are significantly impacted by tides. At West Bay Acadia, you need to "make sure you paddle around high tide or else you will be slogging your watercraft through a soft mucky clam flat." Plan water activities according to the 10-12 foot tidal ranges.
Cell service and internet: Connectivity varies dramatically between campgrounds. While some parks invest in robust systems, others have limited connectivity. As one camper at West Bay noted, "the Wi-Fi is so awesome that you are given free reign to stream, zoom, or surf without restrictions."
Tips for camping with families
Consider campground amenities: Not all parks cater equally to children. At Pumpkin Patch RV Resort, a visitor observed it "seems to be targeted at older crowd with no playground or pool. Sites are very clean, good space, well laid out and pretty level."
Plan for weather variations: Coastal Maine experiences significant fog, especially in mornings. One camper at Mt Desert Narrows shared, "It was too foggy!" Pack appropriate layers and have indoor activities ready.
Check for seasonal activities: Many campgrounds offer scheduled events during peak season. "They have weekly events like ice cream socials and an Elvis impersonator. The staff is really friendly and helpful and the campsite is very clean and well maintained!"
Tips from RVers
Site selection considerations: For optimal camping experience, research specific sites before booking. At Greenlaw's RV Park & Campground, a visitor recommends: "We stayed is site U1 which was fantastic. Last site on the deadend road and was very secluded."
Alternative dump options: Not all oceanfront sites offer sewer connections. "Come to find out none of the oceanfront sites have sewer. They do have a honey wagon that will pump you out on Mondays and Fridays for 25$ a pop," notes one camper sharing valuable information for extended stays.
Tree clearance awareness: Navigate RV parks carefully when trees are present. Some visitors caution about low-hanging branches in densely wooded campgrounds, noting they "had to go pretty slow to avoid hitting tree branches. Parking under the pines also meant a lot of sap on our roof which was a bear to remove."
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