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Best Tent Camping near Rockland, ME

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Tent campsites near Rockland, Maine range from coastal island camping to forested inland options, offering diverse experiences for tent campers seeking outdoor adventure. Continuous Harmony Farm provides tent sites beside a pond where campers can watch sheep and pick blueberries during the late July to early August season. Maine Wild Blueberry Bliss (formerly Salt Pond Perfection) offers level tent sites with views of rolling blueberry fields, picnic tables, and fire rings across its six campsites.

Sites throughout the region typically provide basic amenities for tent campers, with varying levels of development. Fire rings and picnic tables are common at established tent campgrounds, while more primitive areas require self-sufficiency. Tiny Cabins of Maine features a dedicated tent site with a wooden platform, pop-up toilet, and hammock for relaxation. One camper noted that "the tent camping amenities, including the pop-up toilet and sturdy wooden platform, were thoughtfully provided." Many tent sites in the area are accessible via drive-in access, though several unique camping opportunities require boat transportation.

The most distinctive tent camping experiences near Rockland can be found on the islands of the Maine Island Trail, which offers 200 islands for sea kayak camping. Islands like Nathan, Shivers, and Saddleback provide primitive tent campsites with minimal amenities but maximum natural beauty. A reviewer described Shivers Island as having "a deep, rocky shore, perfect for making dinner, watching the sunrise or set, and star gazing with no city lights or trees to obstruct your view." These island tent sites require careful planning as they have no toilets or drinking water, and campers must use Wag Bags instead of digging holes. The significant tides (9-14 vertical feet) can make landing challenging, and fog can roll in quickly, requiring navigation equipment. Most tent-only island campsites are first-come, first-served, so having backup options is essential for tent campers exploring this coastal region.

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Best Tent Sites Near Rockland, Maine (15)

    1. Continuous Harmony Farm

    2 Reviews
    Lincolnville Center, ME
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 763-3891

    $40 / night

    "We're so excited to have this property, hosted by Doug, on our platform. Park your van, or pop your tent, next to the pond."

    "The space is gorgeous, right next to a pond. Important to know though, there are several campsites. It's unclear how many campers could be there on any given night but it could be many."

    2. Tops’l Farm

    2 Reviews
    Waldoboro, ME
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 640-6440

    "The common spaces are equally as luxurious. The bathhouse was just like a four-star hotel. They provide you with shampoo, conditioner and body wash. There is even a hair dryer!"

    "Located in Waldoboro, they create a wonderfully balanced experience between the outdoors and glamp.  While their model continues to evolve, camping is not available on all days/weekends.  "

    3. Duck Harbor Campground — Acadia National Park

    2 Reviews
    Isle au Haut, ME
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 335-5551

    $20 / night

    "Camping on in the Duck Harbor Campground is nearly the stuff of legends. "

    "I describe this as "backpacking light". You need to bring everything with you (except water) on the mailboat and then walk on a short distance to one of 5 campsites."

    4. Shivers Island — Settlement Quarry Preserve

    2 Reviews
    Stonington, ME
    26 miles
    Website

    "You must heat the water up in another pot already, so why not just chuck in the coffee filter bag directly into the pot? Save a step."

    5. Nathan Island

    1 Review
    Isle au Haut, ME
    25 miles
    Website

    "As a nature and wildlife photographer, I’m outside shooting pictures in every type of weather, both on land and sea."

    6. Saddleback Island

    2 Reviews
    Stonington, ME
    27 miles
    Website

    "The Maine Island Trail offers 200 islands in which to sea kayak camp and Saddleback Island is one of the many gorgeous options in the Deer Isle Archipelago. "

    7. Tiny Cabins of Maine

    2 Reviews
    Coopers Mills, ME
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 798-3132

    $50 - $120 / night

    "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."

    "This smaller campground offers great privacy on a large pond in the Maine forests. "

    8. Maine Wild Blueberry Bliss

    3 Reviews
    Brooksville, ME
    29 miles
    +1 (207) 469-8523

    $49 - $69 / night

    "There are 4 total campsites, and each  offers a slightly different view and sense of privacy.  The owner met us when we arrived.  Dogs are allowed.  "

    "This location offers level sites, views of rolling blueberry fields, a picnic table, and other goodies from your host. Lakeisha really takes pride in this property, and it shows."

    9. Four Acre Woods Campground

    2 Reviews
    Stonington, ME
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (617) 314-1587

    $40 - $50 / night

    "All the things you need are there - firewood, water, bathrooms and showers, and even electricity at the site. Only thing is the sites are small and close together."

    10. Old Apple Trees

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    Brooklin, ME
    29 miles
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  • Melissa N.
    Jul. 17, 2018

    Seawall Campground — Acadia National Park

    Laid Back National Park Camping

    if the tide is right, Seawall has amazing sights! I’ve taken some amazing photos here. the Campgound is directly across from the public boat landing/picnic area. it’s a really nice area. the campground itself is very laid back for a National Park. the rangers almost act as though camping is your business and they only get involved if needed. whereas at blackwoods the rangers seem to try to be as accommodating as possible. it’s cute that they compete, and definitely are different. the sites are not usually as clean as blackwoods, they leave the “leave no trace” responsibility to the campers and if the person before you didn’t clean up, you might have to. other than that it’s QUIET! you can see the stars because there are no city lights. you don’t hear cars, AND the tent sites are very private. there are fresh water spouts everywhere, and plenty of trash/recycling areas. no electrIcity on the sItes, and rv can onlybIse geberators dIrIng lImItes hours. the bathrooms flush and have running water, but there are no showers. Echo Lake is right down the road, a great place to swim in fresh water.

  • Shari G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 11, 2018

    Duck Harbor Campground — Acadia National Park

    Hard to get to, difficult to get a reservation, but so worth the time!

    Camping on in the Duck Harbor Campground is nearly the stuff of legends. This remote island off the coast of Maine only has 5 campsites in this part of Acadia National Park, and reservations are required. The Park’s website describes this in classic Park Service understatement, “Duck Harbor Campground is very popular. Please plan your trip in advance.” What they mean is if you don’t go online within 10 minutes of opening day, April 1st, at 10 am EST, you will miss your chance to stay here for the whole year. You won’t be the first to get denied and certainly not the last. You might however, get lucky if you’re in the area for long enough and there is a sudden cancellation. 

    I believe I’m right in saying that the hype is worth it here, more than just because it’s difficult to get here and difficult to get a reservation. This is a beautiful place to camp and an amazing island to explore by bike, by kayak, and on foot.

    Each of the 5 sites offers a classic lean-to structure with a campfire ring and a picnic table. But it’s not the site which makes this place so special. Sticking out into the Gulf of Maine, this is one of the most remote islands with established camping and recreational trails on the coast. It feels like another world entirely than Mount Dessert Island, where the rest of Acadia National Park is located. By comparison, MDI feels like Central Park.

    There is fresh water a short walk away from the campground, and a bear proof food storage locker at each lean-to. Mosquitoes can be bad during the summer, so I would recommend bringing a bug net or small backpacking tent which you could set up in the lean-to for more protection and privacy. 

    Getting to the island is possible through the daily mailboat which goes directly to Duck Harbor from Stonington, but the best way to get there is to paddle up in a sea kayak as we did!

  • Sable W.
    Jul. 17, 2018

    Blackwoods Campground — Acadia National Park

    Super convenient camping in Acadia National Park

    Blackwoods is one of only a couple of campgrounds in Acadia National Park, which doesn't allow backpacking. It's connected to the South Ridge Trail, which gives you the opportunity to hike to Cadillac Mountain directly from the campground; we did this for the sunrise on our last day, and HIGHLY recommend it! (See the last picture.)

    Rangers consistently patrol the campground, even driving through a couple of times after quiet hours begin; I found this really helped keep the noise down, despite the number of campers. (The campground was sold out for the duration of our stay!)

    Each campsite has a fire ring and a picnic table, and sites are spaced decently; I would've appreciated a bit more privacy and space, but I'm sure the tree cover varies based on the site. My friend, who stayed at B121, seemed to have a bit more vegetation between her site and the surrounding sites.

    There are plenty of bathrooms throughout the campground, as well as taps with potable water. There is an ampitheatre which is used for nightly activities; I think it can be rented by groups, too. There are showers just outside the campground (8 quarters for 4 minutes; the water isn't always hot, though!) and you can also purchase wood at the shower facility.

    One of the routes run by the FREE shuttle bus stops at Blackwoods every hour during the summer; using this shuttle, you can get to Sieur de Monts, Otter Cliff, and the Village Green, where you can connect to any other bus. This is awesome, because it means you don't have to waste half the day jockeying for parking!

    Overall, I think Blackwoods Campground is a great value and a great place to camp while visiting Acadia.

  • HThe Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 1, 2025

    Maine Wild Blueberry Bliss

    Bucolic bliss!

    We loved our stay at the blueberry fields!   This is private land that the owner rents to campers.  We stayed in campsite 2, where the land is open and flat, and there was plenty of room for our rv.  There are 4 total campsites, and each  offers a slightly different view and sense of privacy.  The owner met us when we arrived.  Dogs are allowed.  It is dry camping, with no hookups, and generators are not allowed.   The owner had a picnic table set up with flower boxes in it, and there was a nice fire ring. They will sell you wood if you need it.  There was one other camper at site 1, and we could also see the owners house, but both were far enough away that we had a great sense of privacy. There was a shared porta potty available for use for all of the campsites.  The land was quiet and peaceful - it is acres of blueberry fields, which create a special sense of being in nature. The site we were at had a nice tree, which framed the site. The owner was very responsive to questions we had, and responded quickly.   The area was very quiet - at night we only heard the crickets and the wind.

    You are close to Castine, Ellsworth, Blue Hill, Deer Isle and Stonington.  There are numerous hiking trails in the area that can be found on All Trails, as well as easy places to kayak from, the closest of which are the Brooksville Town Landing, or Bucks Harbor public boat launch.

  • i
    Jul. 21, 2018

    Blackwoods Campground — Acadia National Park

    Love this place!!!

    Simple leave no trace campground with carry in carry out laws. Super short walk down a path to the oceans edge complete with cliffs, rocks and waves!! Just really a lovely place to camp. Close to many other attractions in the park!

  • Stacia R.
    Apr. 26, 2019

    Blackwoods Campground — Acadia National Park

    Simply Acadia Style Camping

    Blackwoods campground is a very large, very busy, somewhat rustic campground in the heart of Acadia National Park. We camped here 3 nights in July and every site was full. The sites are fairly standard, with a picnic table and fire ring. There are bathrooms generally within a short walk from each site, but no showers. There is a private shower house just outside the campground, bring your roll of quarters with you. You can also purchase firewood just about everywhere outside the campground itself. There is a shuttle bus that runs to the campground and will take you to various other parts of the park including many trailheads. We camped in site A31 which was directly off the campground loop road, but felt more private than many of the sites located in the inner circles of the campground. We could walk a short trail from camp to the ocean. There is no WiFi, and little cell phone coverage at all within the area. Amenities are few within the campground itself, but this is an area people come to explore and take in the beauty of Acadia, not hang out at camp.

  • Annie C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 30, 2016

    Seawall Campground — Acadia National Park

    Seawall campground

    Seawall is on the quiet side of the Island, away from the huge tourist crowds of Bar Harbor. The campground is across the street from a nice picnic area overlooking the Atlantic and the Cranberry Islands. It's a great place to watch the lobster boats as well as check out tidal pools at low tide. The campground is wooded with a large number of walk in tent sites as well as a separate area for RVs. If you reserve your site online (I highly recommend doing so if you want to camp between May and September), you can see exactly how many steps you will have to walk to get to your campsite. All sites have fire rings, picnic tables, and gravel tent pads. Some sites are more secluded than others, but the entire campground is wooded. There are nice flush toilets, and pay showers are about a mile down the road.

  • Rebecca C.
    Jul. 14, 2017

    Blackwoods Campground — Acadia National Park

    Beautiful Location

    We were at Blackwoods for two weeks - from October 3rd to October 17th in 2016. Perfect timing for fall color. It was beautiful. The campsites are primitive (no electricity, water or sewer) and there are no showers on site - there is a pay shower close by outside the park. But it was worth it to be in this beautiful pristine environment. The campsite is a short walk to an ocean overlook where you can watch the sunrise and the park has lots to do. We enjoyed great ranger talks before they ended for the season and I loved bicycling on the carriage trails. Don't forget your hiking boots! We had the trails to ourselves most of the time we were there.

    The campground is pet-friendly. Most of the trailer sites are pull-through. The sites are not too close together and there are a lot of trees and shrubs between sites. Each site has a fire ring. They run a bus service around the park and there is a stop at the campground.

    I cant wait to go back!

  • Les R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 17, 2023

    Quietside Campground

    Lovely campground near Acadia

    Sites were spaced out enough for privacy. We had a site with a wooden platform that was perfectly level. There was a enough tree cover that we didn't get soaked during the rain. We went tent camping, but they had some very nice looking cabins on the grounds.

Guide to Rockland

Rockland, Maine serves as an entry point to some of Maine's most distinctive coastal camping experiences. Located along Penobscot Bay with an elevation range of 0-380 feet, the region experiences typical coastal Maine weather with summer temperatures averaging 70-80°F and cooler evenings around 55-60°F. The area's camping season generally runs from mid-May through mid-October, with many island sites requiring boat access.

What to do

Kayak to island campsites: The Deer Isle Archipelago offers numerous island camping opportunities through the Maine Island Trail Association. According to one camper at Saddleback Island: "The Maine Island Trail offers 200 islands in which to sea kayak camp and Saddleback Island is one of the many gorgeous options in the Deer Isle Archipelago."

Hike on Isle au Haut: This remote section of Acadia National Park offers uncrowded trails. A camper who stayed at Nathan Island noted: "We stayed 2 nights on Nathan and paddled to Duck Harbor for some day hiking on Isle au Haut."

Pick blueberries: Maine's wild blueberry fields offer seasonal picking opportunities. At Maine Wild Blueberry Bliss, a camper reported: "We absolutely loved this site, it was nothing we had ever experienced before. The views were incredible, we swam in the water everyday, and picked/ate the blueberries!"

What campers like

Secluded island camping: The islands near Rockland provide privacy rarely found at mainland campgrounds. A visitor to Shivers Island shared: "The camping spot is simple and similar to most backcountry sites: a flat space to pitch your small tent, no toilet, no drinking water, no picnic table, and no reservations possible. But, what this island lacks in 'amenities' is made up for in beauty all around!"

Farm-based camping experiences: Several working farms near Rockland offer unique camping options. At Continuous Harmony Farm, a camper noted: "The space is gorgeous, right next to a pond. Important to know though, there are several campsites. It's unclear how many campers could be there on any given night but it could be many."

Stargazing opportunities: The lack of light pollution creates exceptional night sky viewing. According to a camper at Saddleback Island: "With a deep, rocky shore, it's the perfect place to make dinner and watch the sunrise or set, all with beautiful views of Mount Desert Island, the home of Acadia National Park."

What you should know

Tidal considerations: The coastal area experiences significant tidal changes affecting island access. A camper at Nathan Island cautioned: "The tide in this area is significant (9-12 vertical feet), so landing at high tide is tricky/impossible on Nathan (and many other islands)."

Waste management requirements: Island camping requires specific waste protocols. According to a Shivers Island visitor: "You are required to use Wag Bags instead of digging a cat hole to dispose of human waste."

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