The Boothbay region is a veritable tapestry of ecological variety. In Boothbay Harbor, you’ll find Maine’s iconic rocky coastline and sweeping ocean views (along with many shopping and dining options); inland, the iconic, towering pines and lush forests take over, and the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens only add to the natural wonders of the region.
If you find yourself planning a vacation in this beautiful area, consider booking lodging at a nearby campground. It’s a great way to further enjoy nature’s abundance while saving a fair amount on lodging expenses at the same time.
There are plenty of campgrounds and RV parks to choose from between Boothbay and the neighboring communities; distances from Boothbay are noted in each listing.
Map of Boothbay Campgrounds
Here are the Boothbay campgrounds listed in the article, all in one convenient map.
Boothbay Craft Brewery, Taphouse & RV
Now, that’s a mouthful! But that’s because you get what you see—an RV park with an on-site micro-brewery and a full-service taphouse and BBQ pit.
Offering 11 back-in or pull-through camper and RV sites with full hookups, this diminutive RV resort also features free WiFi, a beer garden, a bocce court, cornhole, and a bathhouse.
Oh, and both the craft-brewed beer and farm-to-table food are fantastic, too.
Location: 301 Adams Pond Rd, Boothbay, ME 04537
Website: Boothbay Craft Brewery, Taphouse & RV
Shore Hills Campground & RV Park
Featuring waterfront, shaded, and sunny sites as well as regular shuttle service to Boothbay Harbor, Shore Hills accepts RVs and campers of all sizes and offers full hookups and cable tv service; there are tent sites available, as well.
Or, if you prefer sturdier accommodations, there are also four adorable cabins available to rent, each offering different levels of comfort and amenities (note that, while the rest of the campground is pet-friendly, only one of the cabins permits fur babies).
There is an on-site store, and campers are treated to weekly live music from local performers.
Kids will enjoy the playground, and the whole family will find plenty to do right on-site, whether it be swimming or fishing in the on-site pond and tidal marsh, or a rousing round of horseshoes.
Location: 553 Wiscasset Rd, Boothbay, ME 04537
Website: Shore Hills Campground & RV Park
Gray Homestead Ocean Campground
Touted as being “the only oceanfront campground in the Boothbay Harbor Region,” Gray Homestead offers 40 transient and seasonal sites for campers and RVs, all pet-friendly and many with breathtaking water views (note that there are no tenting sites available here).
Cottages are also available for rent, but pets are not permitted. The on-site beach is only a 2-minute stroll from the furthest campsite, so you can spend a day in the sun without needing to pack a lunch.
Location: 21 Homestead Rd, Southport, ME 04576 (10 minutes)
Website: Gray Homestead Ocean Campground
Chewonki Campground
Welcoming back happy campers since 1961, Chewonki features nearly 50 sites—some with full hookups—on just as many acres, many with river views.
And if river swimming isn’t your thing, there are also two inground saltwater pools: A huge, 60’x40’, 12’-deep option, and a 10’x20’, 18”-deep wading pool for children.
There is an on-site camp store, kayak/canoe rentals, a putting green, a tennis court, a volleyball court, and a nature trail; the kids will also enjoy the playground and recreation hall, where there is a foosball table, many board games, and a ping pong table.
Location: 235 Chewonki Neck Rd, Wiscasset, ME 04578 (30 minutes)
Website: Chewonki Campground
Lake Pemaquid Camping
With over 200 RV, camper, and tent sites sprawled throughout this lakeside gem—along with cottage and cabin rentals—you may find yourself not wanting to leave once you’ve settled in.
You’ll find everything you need here to help make your vacation as lively or peaceful as you want: an inground pool, a hot tub, a sauna, live entertainment, organized events, movies, a full-service snack bar, a general store, a marina with boat rentals…and that’s just the beginning.
You’ll also enjoy a game room, ballfields and courts, a skateboard park, a playground, mini-golf, and so much more; this is a true, family-style resort.
Location: 100 Twin Cove Ln, Damariscotta, ME 04543 (31 minutes)
Website: Lake Pemaquid Camping
Happy Hippie Lane
More of an experience than an accommodation, you’ll have your choice of several utterly unique lodging options at the whimsical Happy Hippie Lane camp.
Choose between a quirky tiny house, a wildly colorful bus, a teepee, and a cabin—as well as rooms in the main lodge.
Homemade breakfasts come with your stay—and there is also the option for an add-on lobster dinner.
Reviewers rave about the amazing hospitality, the comfortable sleeping spaces, and the unique experience.
Location: 9 Bayview Dr, Westport, ME 04578 (32 minutes)
Website: Happy Hippie Lane
Duck Puddle Campgrounds
This adorably-named spot is located on Lake Pemaquid and offers lakefront, shady, and sunny sites for RVs, campers, and tents.
Family-centric and loaded with amenities, Duck Puddle features themed weekends throughout the summer, like Pirate Weekend, Halloweekend, Lobsterfest, and many more.
There is a general store for supplies, snacks, and canoe, kayak, and golf cart rentals, a swimming raft, a playground, an arcade, and plenty of ball courts and grassy fields; dock spaces are also available for rent if you’d like to bring your own boat.
Location: 60 Campground Rd, Nobleboro, ME 04555 (35 minutes)
Website: Duck Puddle Campgrounds
Hidden Valley Nature Center
One of the Midcoast Conservancy properties, the Hidden Valley Nature Center consists of 1,000 acres of conservation land and includes a handful of wooded sites and camping structures.
Whether you’re interested in brushing up on sustainable forestry or looking to enjoy a moonlit kayak sojourn, there are sure to be several programs, workshops, and classes available during your stay.
Choose from 2 tent sites and 5 huts, cabins, and a yurt; there is even an option to book one of several campsites on an island on Damariscotta Lake.
Location: 131 Egypt Rd, Jefferson, ME 04348 (39 minutes)
Website: Hidden Valley Nature Center
Pemaquid Point Campground
This no-muss, no-fuss campground offers 50 clean, level sites for RVs, campers, and tents.
While not a resort experience, Pemaquid features all the basic amenities, and folks return here year after year, thanks to the immaculately clean bathhouses, friendly and helpful owners, and peaceful, spacious sites.
There is a playground as well as full hookups and dump service—and there are plenty of amenities just a short drive away.
Location: 2872 Bristol Rd, New Harbor, ME 04554 (44 minutes)
Website: Pemaquid Point Campground
Sherwood Forest Campsite
Seasonal, pull-through, full hookup, and tent sites—with and without electricity—are all on offer at pet-friendly Sherwood Forest Campsite; there are also several cute rental cabins on offer.
While there are no pools on-site, beautiful Pemaquid Beach is just a short walk away, and there is a well-stocked camp store for all your last-minute needs.
Location: 32 Pemaquid Trail, New Harbor, ME 04554 (44 minutes)
Website: Sherwood Forest Campsite
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