Unity, Maine sits at the crossroads of Maine's lake region and agricultural heartland with an average summer temperature of 74°F. The area boasts multiple pet-friendly camping destinations around Waldo County, each with distinct waterfront access options. Camping season typically runs mid-May through mid-October with several locations maintaining walk-in only access after Labor Day.
What to do
Kayak and canoe access: Two Rivers Campground offers free use of canoes and kayaks for 2-hour time slots with paddles and life jackets provided. "We took a canoe up the river for a couple hours. Kind people. Clean. Would definitely stay again," reports Andrea S.
Beach swimming: Lake St. George State Park Campground maintains a day park area for swimming with lifeguards and an impressive playground. "As a state park it's nice and clean and offers several comforts like a bathhouse with flushing toilets and showers," notes Anna W.
Explore local trails: While staying at Camden Hills, take advantage of trails directly accessible from the campground. "The top portion of the park, where all the campsites are, has direct access to Mount Megunticook, and Mount Battie, and offers easy to advanced hikes," explains Heather C.
Golf vacation: Combine camping with golf at Fogg Brook Resort where camping sites border a golf course. "They had live music and lots of activities for all ages. The pool is great and playground will keep the small ones busy," writes Judy M.
What campers like
Waterfront accommodations: Sennebec Lake Campground offers direct lake access with sites along the water's edge. "We love the proximity to the lake with easy access for kayaking and swimming. New ownership this year resulted in some updates, as well as the addition of glamping tents near the beach," writes Pam A.
Clean facilities: Despite high capacity levels, most Unity-area campgrounds maintain clean facilities. Pumpkin Patch RV Resort stands out for cleanliness: "Nice campground that is very clean and quiet. Sites are very clean, good space, well laid out and pretty level. Good cellular and wi-fi coverage if that is important to you," notes Rick G.
Organized activities: Searsport Shores Ocean Campground offers unique programming beyond typical campground activities. "It's also a treasure trove of arts of all kinds - fiber arts, metal sculptures, carvings, paintings, and music. We got lucky and stayed on a lovely weekend in September that featured a small, intimate festival and workshop of fiddlers, banjos, ukuleles, mandolins, and guitars," shares Kathy L.
What you should know
Site selection considerations: At Camden Hills State Park Campground, there are important site variations to consider. "About half the sites have water and 30/50 amp electric and the others are no hookups. There is a dump station and water spigots are scattered throughout the campground," notes Nancy W.
Road noise impacts: Several campgrounds in the Unity region experience some road noise. "At night, one can clearly hear the noise from route 2 just at the edge of the campground. The river amplifies the sound of cars passing by," cautions LoneCamper C. about Two Rivers Campground.
Equipment restrictions: Some campgrounds restrict equipment types or sizes. "They told us that there was a maximum 10x10 for tents. They would not allow us to set up," writes Marilyn S. about a past experience at one area campground.
Tips for camping with families
Recreation options: Pumpkin Patch RV Resort caters primarily to adults with limited kid-focused amenities. "Seems to be targeted at older crowd with no playground or pool. Sites are very clean, good space, well laid out and pretty level," notes Rick G.
Space for activities: Some campgrounds provide open areas for children. "There is a lot of space for kids and/or dogs to run around, including a jungle gym, basketball court, volley ball, and a dog run," mentions Peach L. about Searsport Shores.
Kid-friendly programming: Weekend activities at Sennebec Lake Campground include "kids' crafts, a kids vs adults water gun fight, cornhole competition, and a DJ for an evening of dancing - just on the weekend we were there," explains Pam A.
Tips from RVers
Optimal RV sites: At Two Rivers Campground, certain sites offer premium positioning. "Some of the RV sites are located parallel to the river so your patio is open to the river and you have an unobstructed water view. However, these sites are fairly short and would not accommodate larger RVs," advises Nancy W.
Hookup options: Searsport Shores Ocean Campground features full hookup capabilities with electric, water and sewer at select sites. "My family and I just visited Searsport Shores for the first time again since our kids were very little and were so happy to be back! The tent sites are completely separate from the RVs," notes April W.
Navigation challenges: Some campgrounds have tight turns or narrow roads. "The roads are narrow and full of bumps, mud, etc. The site was so un-level that our refrigerator stopped functioning," warns Christopher about one campground, emphasizing the importance of researching site conditions beforehand.
