Top Free Dispersed Camping near South Bristol, ME

Searching for a dispersed camping spot near South Bristol? The Dyrt provides you with a diverse selection of places to camp, from dispersed backcountry camping to boondocking, and everything in-between. Whether you're looking for a quiet location in the trees or wide open spaces, The Dyrt makes it easy to find the perfect dispersed campsite.

Best Dispersed Sites Near South Bristol, ME (1)

    Camper-submitted photo from Wheat Island
    Camper-submitted photo from Wheat Island
    Camper-submitted photo from Wheat Island
    Camper-submitted photo from Wheat Island
    Camper-submitted photo from Wheat Island
    Camper-submitted photo from Wheat Island

Recent Dispersed Reviews In South Bristol

1 Reviews of 1 South Bristol Campgrounds


  • Camper-submitted photo from Wheat Island
    October 25, 2019

    Wheat Island

    Gorgeous Views of the Gulf

    One of the MITA (Maine Island Trail Association) camping areas in the Deer Isle Archipelago, this island has 2 sites– one very small one on the northeast side, the other perfect for larger groups on the southwest side. We stayed at the larger site and had a gorgeous view of the sun setting and full moon rising. 

    Perfect island for exploring the close-by Isle au Haut, a remote section of Acadia National Park, but very hard to get reservations at Duck Harbor Campground. This can be a tricky island to land on at high tide, so plan accordingly. 

    Be prepared for mosquitoes. We thought we were passed mosquito season in early September, but alas, they were pretty bad at sunset. Come prepared with fresh water (there is no fresh water for filtering) and wag bags (no toilets). 

    Sites are first come, first served and completely free for MITA members.



Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular dispersed campsite near South Bristol, ME?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near South Bristol, ME is Wheat Island with a 5-star rating from 1 review.