With spring here and summer just around the corner, we’ve been making a long list of ways we want to get outside during the next few months. There are lots of fun beach trips on the horizon, but what we’re really looking forward to are camping trips! The only problem? Not everyone in our life is as eager as we are to spend a night outdoors. For those folks, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite and more unique campgrounds with the hope that even those who hate camping will find something they love. From yurts, to glamping to beach side spots nobody can resist this list is truly compelling!
- Sandy Pines Campground, Kennebunkport
management / TripAdvisor At first glance, this spot feels more resort than campground and that’s exactly why we think our non-camping friends will love it. It’s got traditional RV and tent sites, but also has some wonderful glamping accommodations.
Address: 277 Mills Road, Kennebunkport, ME 04046
- Hermit Island, Phippsburg
Michael H / TripAdvisor The good news? While rustic, you can’t get any closer to the feeling like a castaway on a deserted island than camping on Hermit Island. The bad news? It’s probably already booked for the season. Even if you’re outdoors averse, you’ll find it hard not to appreciate hearing the water lap upon the shore from your tent each night.
Address: 6 Hermit Island Road, Phippsburg, ME 04562-4824
- Bullfrog Adventures, Caratunk
Bullfrog Adventures / Facebook Located along the Kennebec River in Caratunk, Bullfrog Adventures is a great option for people who like lots of activities to distract from the fact that they’re spending the night outdoors. They also happen to be Maine’s first river tubing outfitter, perfecting the art of river trips and camping since the 90s.
Address: 745 US Route 201 Caratunk, ME 04925
- Thomas Point Beach & Campground, Brunswick
Thomas Point Beach & Campground / Facebook Located on calm tidal water, overlooking the lovely Thomas Bay, on the New Meadows River, this campground has a beautiful sandy beach. Partake in swimming, kayaking, and fishing as well as simply gazing up at the stars.
Address: 29 Meadow Road Brunswick, ME 04011
- Yurt Camping, Denmark
glampinghub.com Camping doesn’t have to mean sleeping on the ground. This yurt is the perfect way to enjoy the outdoors without actually camping in a sleeping bag. With wood burning stoves, a full roof and lots of cozy accents it’s almost like sleeping in an actual hotel!
Address: Denmark, ME 04022
- Jewell Island, Casco Bay
coreytempleton / Flickr For those looking for more adventure, you’ll love the fact that you can only access this island by boat. This outer island off the coast of Portland offers 221 acres of island habitat to explore. And, camping here is great. History buffs will enjoy the relics left from WW1 and WW2.
- Turner Farm, North Haven
Turner Farm / tentr.com This beautiful little camping spot is located on one of the most lovely farms in the state, making it a unique camping experience. Spend the day looking after the animals, then head to your upscale tent which has queen bunkbeds, a camping loo and a picnic area. Oh, and that view! You’ll need to take the ferry from Rockland to get here, but somehow that ups the appeal!
Address: 138 Turner Farm Road, North Haven, ME 04853
- Libby’s Oceanside Camp, York
Libby’s Oceanside Camp / Facebook While you can arrive in anything you like, we love that folks in the past have chosen something like this to enjoy the oceanfront spots. Maine history lovers will appreciate that Libby’s has been run by 3 generations and has been around since the 1920s. On a clear day you can see Nubble Light making this place one of the most “Maine” options on this list.
Address: 725 York Street, York, ME 03909-1264
- Chewonki Campground, Wiscasset
Ann B / TripAdvisor This beautiful campground has been around since the early ’60s and it’s not hard to see why its staying power is huge. With 47 different sites, most of which overlook the water this place is great for those who want to stick close to the nautical aspect of a Maine vacation. Pets are allowed and there’s even a saltwater pool.
Address: 235 Chewonki Neck Road, Wiscasset, ME 04578
- Lobster Buoy Campsites, South Thomaston,
Lobster Buoy Campsites / Facebook Even the most outdoors-averse people won’t be able to resist camping on near the water. About seven miles south of Rockland, no camping spot here is more than 150 yards from the shore of the Atlantic Ocean. There are 40 sites from which to choose and they can accommodate a mix of tents and RVs.
Address: 280 Waterman Beach Road, South Thomaston, ME 04858
For more summer fun, check out these guided tours on horseback. They’re great all year, but in the summer you can take a trip directly to a local ice cream parlor!
management / TripAdvisor
At first glance, this spot feels more resort than campground and that’s exactly why we think our non-camping friends will love it. It’s got traditional RV and tent sites, but also has some wonderful glamping accommodations.
Address: 277 Mills Road, Kennebunkport, ME 04046
Michael H / TripAdvisor
The good news? While rustic, you can’t get any closer to the feeling like a castaway on a deserted island than camping on Hermit Island. The bad news? It’s probably already booked for the season. Even if you’re outdoors averse, you’ll find it hard not to appreciate hearing the water lap upon the shore from your tent each night.
Address: 6 Hermit Island Road, Phippsburg, ME 04562-4824
Bullfrog Adventures / Facebook
Located along the Kennebec River in Caratunk, Bullfrog Adventures is a great option for people who like lots of activities to distract from the fact that they’re spending the night outdoors. They also happen to be Maine’s first river tubing outfitter, perfecting the art of river trips and camping since the 90s.
Address: 745 US Route 201 Caratunk, ME 04925
Thomas Point Beach & Campground / Facebook
Located on calm tidal water, overlooking the lovely Thomas Bay, on the New Meadows River, this campground has a beautiful sandy beach. Partake in swimming, kayaking, and fishing as well as simply gazing up at the stars.
Address: 29 Meadow Road Brunswick, ME 04011
glampinghub.com
Camping doesn’t have to mean sleeping on the ground. This yurt is the perfect way to enjoy the outdoors without actually camping in a sleeping bag. With wood burning stoves, a full roof and lots of cozy accents it’s almost like sleeping in an actual hotel!
Address: Denmark, ME 04022
coreytempleton / Flickr
For those looking for more adventure, you’ll love the fact that you can only access this island by boat. This outer island off the coast of Portland offers 221 acres of island habitat to explore. And, camping here is great. History buffs will enjoy the relics left from WW1 and WW2.
Turner Farm / tentr.com
This beautiful little camping spot is located on one of the most lovely farms in the state, making it a unique camping experience. Spend the day looking after the animals, then head to your upscale tent which has queen bunkbeds, a camping loo and a picnic area. Oh, and that view! You’ll need to take the ferry from Rockland to get here, but somehow that ups the appeal!
Address: 138 Turner Farm Road, North Haven, ME 04853
Libby’s Oceanside Camp / Facebook
While you can arrive in anything you like, we love that folks in the past have chosen something like this to enjoy the oceanfront spots. Maine history lovers will appreciate that Libby’s has been run by 3 generations and has been around since the 1920s. On a clear day you can see Nubble Light making this place one of the most “Maine” options on this list.
Address: 725 York Street, York, ME 03909-1264
Ann B / TripAdvisor
This beautiful campground has been around since the early ’60s and it’s not hard to see why its staying power is huge. With 47 different sites, most of which overlook the water this place is great for those who want to stick close to the nautical aspect of a Maine vacation. Pets are allowed and there’s even a saltwater pool.
Address: 235 Chewonki Neck Road, Wiscasset, ME 04578
Lobster Buoy Campsites / Facebook
Even the most outdoors-averse people won’t be able to resist camping on near the water. About seven miles south of Rockland, no camping spot here is more than 150 yards from the shore of the Atlantic Ocean. There are 40 sites from which to choose and they can accommodate a mix of tents and RVs.
Address: 280 Waterman Beach Road, South Thomaston, ME 04858
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