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Sandy Pines Campground in Kennebunkport provides full pet accommodation across tent, RV, cabin, glamping, and yurt sites. Dogs are welcome throughout the property with standard leash requirements. Located at 277 Mills Road, the campground offers water and electric hookups at all sites, with sewer connections available for RV campers. The facilities include clean showers, flush toilets, a camp store, and trash service. Sites come equipped with fire rings and picnic tables, and firewood is available for purchase. The campground operates seasonally from May 11 to October 14, maintaining a 4.7/5 rating among visitors who appreciate the spacious, wooded sites.
Hemlock Grove Campground features modern, well-maintained facilities with gravel pads and level sites suitable for travel trailers up to 28 feet. The heavily wooded setting creates natural privacy between campsites while still being conveniently located about 20 minutes from Old Orchard Beach. Mosquitoes can be abundant during certain seasons, so bringing repellent is essential when camping with pets. The campground maintains clean, updated bathhouses and provides full hookups including water, electric, and sewer. Bentley's Saloon and Campground nearby offers an alternative option with pet-friendly cabin accommodations, though campers should note this venue has frequent motorcycle traffic and can be noisy during peak season events.
"Beautiful setting, lots of trees, bordering on beautiful marsh area. Many different types of campsites: rent, RV, seasonal RV, cottages, glamping tents and cabins etc."
"Dogs are welcome. Big rig friendly. Very close to attractions and restaurants and stores. We will be back next year with friends. We camped in our Minnie Winnie travel trailer."
"There is a small, but very well-kept dog park. On top of all that there is pinball, Pac-Man, and pool table! "
"There are lots of amenities in the campground like a basketball court, Wiffle ball field, horseshoes, badminton, playgrounds, arcade, swimming pools and hot tub, group bonfire, and dog park."
from $100 - $145 / night
Check Availability"We like to stay in the “south section” which tends to have less kids because it is farther away from the “action.”"
"Right next to the road. So yes lots of family glamping fun. But not for those looking for a more visceral Maine camping experience."
"Consider the Thousand Trails membership when booking this site. Our annual membership fees basically covered what it would cost to camp here for two weeks."
"Pet friendly also. You will love it here."
"Spent three nights in a nice sized, quiet spot, on the camps’ outside loop. The park is well located, near the beach, shopping, and with access to Portland."
"This adult only campground is peaceful and quiet, with the sounds of birds and the trees being the main thing you hear - it is quite relaxing. "
"Great location, dog friendly. Very clean."
"While this is a large campground, requiring rules to be followed for everyone’s sake, it is in an excellent location."
from $47 - $90 / night
Check Availability"This campground is located near Kennebunkport in Arundel, Maine. Campsites are well-spaced and have level asphalt pads. Ours came with picnic table and fire pit."
"Price was a little high, but the location was great and the amenities made it a very worthwhile trip!"
"Campground is beautifully set in the woods off of main road . Our site was towards camp store and road so had a bit of road noise but wasn’t bad . Sites are spacious , level , with gravel pads ."
"Maine Diner was fantastic! WiFi worked great, cable tv also. No pool but the beach is nearby."
from $44 - $58 / night
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ScoutThe grounds are well maintained with flowers planted everywhere. Staff is extra friendly. Bathrooms and showers could use updating but were spotless. Very pet friendly with dog park, agility equipment, dog pond and dog wash.
GuideWe stayed At Wakeda Campground overnight during a trip from Maine back to Long Island, NY. It was located very close off of 95 and allows pets. We were overwhelmed by the beautiful massive forest. The campground was splendid with old tall, pine trees everywhere. They offered electric, water, and sewer hook up, trading post that had camping goods and snacks, WiFi hotspot, pool table, and lounging area. They also had a game room, miniature golf, coffee shop and dog park.
The first campsite they assigned to us was very secluded but unfortunately, we were coming in during a major rainstorm. That site was a little flooded so we chose another. It still had beautiful trees surrounding it but not as secluded from neighbors. There are also many seasonal campers there but all of their sites were beautifully decorated with flowers and such. Everyone was friendly that we encountered during our stay.
We had bathrooms located near our site. They were four separate bathrooms that had a sink and toilet and were clean. They did offer showers in another area but I did not use them.
Walking around we saw wild turkeys, bunnies, and a hummingbird. It would have been great if they offered a nature trail in the campground since the forest was so beautiful. There were paths that went into the woods but they were marked for employees only.
The next day we wanted to go for a hike before we hit the road. Unfortunately, the state parks near the campsite do not allow dogs during late Spring to early Fall. Using our Bring Fido App, we found Rails to Trails nearby that we could bring our dog and hiking cat. We did the Salisbury Point Ghost Trail that was nice and shady, though flat, but a nice leisurely walk for all of us.
RangerConsider the Thousand Trails membership when booking this site. Our annual membership fees basically covered what it would cost to camp here for two weeks.
The campground has good proximity to Orchard Beach and Portland. However, the spots are pretty tight, and the WiFi is awful away from the registration office. We were in the wooded area, but those camping on the outskirts seemed able to utilize their Starlink.
The dog park and pool were small but nice. The bathroom facilities were pretty good, though they weren't cleaned as often as they should be.
ScoutGreat campground, it is walking distance to Old Orchard beach and has large sites. Many family activities including fishing, 2 pools, a dog park, and a snack shack.
GuideThe Chocorua KOA is a great campground with super friendly staff, a variety of sites and lots of activities and things to do for everyone in the family.
We stayed with two other families on pull-through full hook-up sites 43, 45, and 47. Although we were on the main road, we really enjoyed these sites. They were wooded and in a central location close to the playgrounds, pavilion, beach and nature trails. Site 45 was pretty narrow but the other two sites had a bit more space so we mostly used 43 and 47 to hang out. We especially loved that the pull-through road behind our sites was not a main access road so we had a nice long stretch of road that was just for us. We played games and the kids road bikes without having to worry about cars driving through.
There are also a lot of really nice tent sites along the water, cabins, teepees, lodges and great areas for groups to camp. They are fairly strict with quiet hours so it is a very quiet campground at night.
The facilities are nice and clean. The pavilion and fire pit area are a nice place to gather with games and a mining station to enjoy. There are two playgrounds for little and big kids. The bathrooms are quite dated but clean. The pool is freezing cold so the kids didn’t swim much. The beach area is small and not deep enough to swim but the kids enjoyed playing in the sand and water. There are a lot of options for boat rentals- paddle boats, kayaks, canoes, paddle boards, and row boats. There is a beautiful board walk that leads through the marsh to a system of short nature trails. We really enjoyed walking the trails though some need a lot of work due to fallen trees and overgrowth. There were also a lot of free activities for the kids like crafts, wagon rides and games with a full schedule of events. You really never have to leave this campground!
This is also an incredibly dog-friendly campground with a fun dog park, a special swimming pond just for dogs and doggie day care available. This is one of the most pet loving campgrounds we’ve ever camped in and our pup loved it!!
We had a great trip and will definitely be back!
TravelerLarge campsites, clean amenities, nice dog park, great store with everything you need and located near like Winni.
TravelerI came here last year with my dog. We only stayed two nights. It was his first time camping, so I made a note in my reservation request that I'd like a fairly remote site - just in case he got loud. They put me in the perfect site, near the dog park (they have a dog park!). When the forecast changed to thunderstorms, they let me switch my dates without any hassle. The location is convenient for Newburyport, Portsmouth, and the Seacoast. We ended up having a lovely stay.
Just a note, I took my dog for a walk around the campground and noticed that many of the other sites were rather close together - including the cabins. Some people don't mind, and even enjoy, close neighbors. If you're like me, however, you'll want to ask for a more remote site.
One more thing to note; I booked through Rover Pass and ended up paying them a fee. Next time I'll contact the park directly.
I'm looking forward to another trip soon!
GuideAbsolutely beautiful! Clean, quiet, had a shaded site near the dog park which was awesome for us with our pups
TravelerNice clean camp ground. Beautiful dog park with agility course. Restrooms were clean and centrally located.
West Kennebunk camping options provide convenient access to southern Maine's coastal attractions while offering tree-covered sites away from beach crowds. Located within 20 minutes of popular beaches and just 30 miles south of Portland, the area combines inland forest settings with easy coastal access. Campgrounds in this region typically open from mid-May through mid-October, with mosquitoes most prevalent in June and July.
Kayak the Scarborough Marsh: Put in directly from Wild Duck Adult Campground where you can access the marsh waters. "In theory, you can launch a kayak from the campground, but I would not recommend it. There is a culvert under Rt 9 that you need to pass under which is dangerous - the Audubon Center informed us that people have flipped in the culvert due to the current," notes Heather C.
Visit Kennebunkport shops: Explore coastal boutiques within a short drive from nearby campgrounds. "Sandy Pines is located a very short bike ride from Cape Porpoise, home of Nunann's Restaurant, Mussette, Lost Fire and Pier 77. Some of the best food in the area without having to deal with the crushing crowds of the Kennebunkport scene," shares Chris in his review of Sandy Pines Campground.
Explore coastal biking trails: Access the Eastern Trail for biking, walking, or running from several area campgrounds. "It is within a mile of the Audubon center office, where you can either put in your own kayak/canoe or rent one," reports a camper about the trail access at Wild Duck Campground.
Wooded privacy: Many campgrounds offer shaded sites with natural separation. "We like to stay in the 'south section' which tends to have less kids because it is farther away from the 'action.' Plus, it is close to the Little River Complex which is an adult-only section with pool, hot tubs, café, bathhouse, and laundry," explains Nancy W. about Bayley's Camping Resort.
Beach access options: Most campgrounds provide either shuttle service or easy driving access to nearby beaches. "Ride 10 minutes in the opposite direction and you arrive at Goose Rocks Beach, the best shoreline beach on southern Maine," reports a Sandy Pines camper.
Adult-only sections: Several campgrounds cater specifically to adults seeking quieter experiences. "This adult only campground is peaceful and quiet, with the sounds of birds and the trees being the main thing you hear - it is quite relaxing," writes Heather C. about Wild Duck Adult Campground.
Seasonal operation limits: Most campgrounds close from mid-October until May. "The campground operates seasonally from April 15 to October 15, maintaining a 4.7/5 rating among visitors who appreciate the spacious, wooded sites," notes a reviewer of Hemlock Grove Campground.
Mosquito preparedness: Proximity to marshlands means insects can be problematic. "We stayed here in our popup for two nights in June 2018. The only negative of this place was the mosquitoes. They were TERRIBLE. In the time it took after we parked the camper, to when I could dig the bug spray out of our truck I was covered in bites," warns Megan W.
Cash-only policies: Some campgrounds have specific payment requirements. "They only accept cash, and that should have made us wary," notes Pam R. about her stay at Red Apple Campground, adding that payment flexibility can be limited at certain locations.
Pool facilities: Most family-friendly campgrounds offer swimming options. "The playground and pool were a hit with the kids. The bathrooms were always clean and single user, some had showers as well. The proximity to goose rocks beach was a major plus!" reports Kaileigh K. from Sandy Pines Campground.
Noise considerations: Some campgrounds are quieter than others, important for families with young children. "The sites in the front are the newest area of the park and mainly available for the 50AMP consumers. This spot is central to local spots in Ogunquit, ME or Wells, ME," notes a camper from Thousand Trails Moody Beach.
Entertainment options: Campgrounds vary in their activities and amenities. "This is a rockstar of a campsite. They have everything you need, minus an ATM. There is a general store with the normal gear. They have a pool and hot tub. There is a small, but very well-kept dog park," shares Shawn B. about Old Orchard Beach Campground.
Site selection for privacy: RVers recommend specific areas within larger campgrounds. "The wooded sites tend to be more private and less loud. Staying by any of the pools will be louder. The adults only area can get loud in the summer with music during the day," advises Claire T. about Bayley's Camping Resort.
Site surface considerations: Gravel pads are common but quality varies between campgrounds. "Our gravel site was perfectly level with no potholes and the roads leading to our site were easy to navigate in our 45' motorhome. The patio was gravel and there was some grass between campsites," reports Nancy W.
Connection quality varies: WiFi and cell service can be unreliable at some locations. "Stayed back in 2023 with travel trailer and experienced almost zero wifi signal as well as verizon cell signal. Returned this past week and found no improvement whatsoever," warns Russ V. about Sun Outdoors Wells Beach.
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