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Tent Camping near Sandy Point, ME
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The coastal landscape surrounding Sandy Point, Maine offers several tent camping options where campers can experience the natural beauty of Maine's forests and coastline. Maine Wild Blueberry Bliss provides tent sites set among acres of blueberry fields, offering a unique camping experience with picnic tables and fire rings. Donnell Pond Public Reserved Land, located near Ellsworth, features walk-in tent sites along beaches and primitive backcountry locations for those seeking a more remote experience.
Most tent campgrounds in the Sandy Point region have minimal amenities, requiring campers to be self-sufficient. Tent pads vary from packed dirt to forest duff, with some sites offering wooden platforms. Portable toilets or vault toilets are available at established campgrounds like Maine Wild Blueberry Bliss, while backcountry areas at Donnell Pond typically lack facilities entirely. Water access is limited at most locations, necessitating that tent campers bring their own drinking water or purification systems. Fire restrictions may apply seasonally, particularly during dry summer months, though many sites do include fire rings.
Tent camping in this region provides excellent access to hiking trails, water activities, and wildlife viewing opportunities. The Donnell Pond area features beach camping with mountain views and swimming options, while the blueberry fields at Maine Wild Blueberry Bliss create a distinctive camping environment. Sites at Donnell Pond are first-come, first-served, requiring campers to have backup plans, especially during summer weekends. A visitor commented that "Donnell Pond is a beautiful spot to set up camp with secluded enough but not isolated sites. The hike in is only about 1/2 mile so it's totally doable even if you need to make two trips." Many tent campgrounds near Sandy Point remain relatively quiet compared to more popular destinations like Acadia National Park, offering a more peaceful alternative for tent campers seeking solitude.
Best Tent Campgrounds near Sandy Point (16)
1. Maine Wild Blueberry Bliss
"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."
Check AvailabilityAvailable this weekend
from $49 - $69 / night
2. Continuous Harmony Farm
"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."
Check Availabilityfrom $40 / night
3. The Forest Poshtel
from $85 - $150 / night
4. Rough and Raw
"We had no idea there was a clothing optional site near Acadia and stumbled across this with hipcamp. A safe and lovely primitive site. We will be back!"
Check Availabilityfrom $40 - $100 / night
5. The Hawnets Nest
Check Availabilityfrom $60 / night
6. Shivers Island — Settlement Quarry Preserve
"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."
7. Amy’s Farmstays
Check AvailabilityAvailable this weekend
from $30 - $165 / night
8. 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. "
9. Four Acre Woods Campground
"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."
Check Availabilityfrom $40 - $50 / night
10. Donnell Pond — Donnel Pond
"This lake is huge so keep that in mind. We parked at the public dock that has public parking and boated over to the beach."
"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."
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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Tent Camping Reviews near Sandy Point, ME
723 Reviews of 16 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.
TravelerTimberland 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
Tent camping near Sandy Point, Maine offers both established campgrounds and wilderness options in the Penobscot Bay region. The area sits where the Penobscot River meets the Atlantic, creating a diverse coastal landscape of small peninsulas and protected coves. Winter temperatures average 10-30°F, while summer brings 60-80°F weather with frequent coastal fog that can roll in quickly, particularly during morning hours.
What to do
Hiking Schoodic Mountain: Access the 4-mile round-trip trail from Donnell Pond Public Reserved Land for panoramic views. A camper noted, "The hike the next morning was a good climb for only about a 3+ mile hike" with rewarding vistas of the surrounding landscape.
Blueberry picking: Visit Maine Wild Blueberry Bliss during late July and early August when fields are ripe. "We swam in the water everyday, and picked/ate the blueberries!" shared one visitor who enjoyed this seasonal activity.
Sea kayaking island trails: The Maine Island Trail offers 200 islands for exploration from the Sandy Point area. At Shivers Island, a camper advises preparation: "The fog can roll in at any minute so come prepared with a chart, compass, bearings between islands/markers and a marine radio."
What campers like
Private farm settings: Several tent campgrounds near Sandy Point operate on working farms. At Continuous Harmony Farm, campers enjoy "The space is gorgeous, right next to a pond," though one visitor notes "there are several campsites...not great for a private experience like we expected."
Beach camping access: Waterfront tent sites provide swimming opportunities. At Donnell Pond, a camper reports, "We boated to the boat with our gear and camped there. This lake is huge so keep that in mind... There are two beaches that you can camp on that have sites with fire rings and picnic tables."
Quiet atmosphere: Most Sandy Point area campgrounds maintain peaceful environments. Maine Wild Blueberry Bliss provides tranquility according to a camper: "The area was very quiet - at night we only heard the crickets and the wind."
What you should know
Site availability limitations: Most wilderness campsites operate on first-come, first-served basis. For Donnell Pond — Donnel Pond, a visitor explains: "These are public/free and first come first serve sites," which requires flexibility in your plans.
Minimal facilities: Many tent camping areas provide only basic amenities. A Four Acre Woods camper shares: "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."
Transport requirements: Some sites require additional effort to access. At Donnell Pond, "The hike in is only about 1/2 mile so it's totally doable even if you need to make two trips," while island camping demands boat access.
Tips for camping with families
Choose accessible sites: For family tent camping with young children, select locations with shorter approaches. A camper at Donnell Pond notes the accessible nature: "If you do not have a boat, you can park at the public schoodic beach lot and walk the half mile to the beach."
Pack sufficient water: Most backcountry sites near Sandy Point lack reliable water sources. When staying at Saddleback Island, remember "no toilet, no drinking water, no picnic table, and no reservations possible."
Check site privacy: Some campgrounds have close quarters that may not suit families seeking space. A visitor to Four Acre Woods mentioned: "When we arrived we were shocked to see how close together the sites are (we heard our neighbor snoring)."
Tips from RVers
Limited hookup options: Many Sandy Point area campgrounds primarily accommodate tent camping with few RV amenities. At Rough and Raw, while RVs are allowed, the primitive nature means self-contained units work best.
Generator restrictions: Most campgrounds prohibit generator use to maintain the quiet atmosphere. One Maine Wild Blueberry Bliss camper confirmed: "It is dry camping, with no hookups, and generators are not allowed."
Level site considerations: RV campers should inquire about terrain before arrival. A Maine Wild Blueberry Bliss visitor noted, "We stayed in campsite 2, where the land is open and flat, and there was plenty of room for our rv."
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