If you’ve ever been to Kennebunkport, then you are aware of what awaits visitors to this seaside resort town: well-heeled tourists strolling along, enjoying the many restaurants, shops, and galleries that are bellied up to the uneven brick sidewalks like sailors at a bar.
There are also many choices when it comes to lodging in Kennebunkport—but most are of the high-end variety. If you’d rather save your funds for a lobster roll or two, why not consider camping instead?
There are many affordable, clean campgrounds within a half-hour’s drive of Dock Square (as noted for each listing below), many of which may tempt you to stay put and enjoy the amenities without needing to change out of your flip-flops.
Map of Kennebunkport Campgrounds
Check out this map of campgrounds in and around Kennebunkport.
Sandy Pines Campground
Even if you’re not a roughing-it sort of person, give Sandy Pines a good look—because not only do they offer camping options, they’ve also got glamping options.
With couples-size and family-size luxury safari tents—featuring amenities like electricity, AC/heat, posh linens, and mini-fridges—you’ll feel like you’re in an eclectic hotel rather than a tent in the woods.
There are also one-of-a-kind “unique retreat” options for couples, like Conestoga wagons, Airstream trailers, and the Glass House—all overlooking the beautiful salt marsh. And of course, there are plenty of RV, camper, and tent sites available; there is also a camp store, snack bar, kids’ activities, playground, and a heated pool, and you can rent bikes, kayaks, and paddle boards.
Location: 277 Mills Rd, Kennebunkport, ME 04046
Website: Sandy Pines Campground
Red Apple Campground
Red Apple has received the Good Sam “Top Rated Park Award” eleven years running, and is one of only three other campgrounds that has received a perfect ten for park appearance and bathhouse cleanliness.
In other words, this spot is as about as pretty and clean as it gets.
Featuring neat-as-a-pin RV/tent/popup sites, cabins, and even RV rentals, you can pick your preferred mode and level of camping comfort.
There is a large, heated, saltwater pool, bathhouses with AC/heat, a huge recreation hall, and you can even order take-out lobster, which will be delivered to your site freshly steamed!
Location: 111 Sinnott Rd, Arundel, ME 04046 (6 minutes)
Website: Red Apple Campground
Hemlock Grove Campground
This family-run campground “provides a northern Maine atmosphere with southern Maine convenience,” and is perfect for folks looking for a quiet location without any bells and whistles.
Because there is no pool or playground, this campground typically attracts adults only; the short list of amenities includes only the necessities, like clean bathrooms, laundry facilities, a well-stocked camp store, and site provisions like picnic tables, fire pits, and hook-ups.
Cabin rentals are also available for those that enjoy the outdoors, but prefer to not sleep on the ground.
Location: 1299 Portland Rd, Arundel, ME 04046 (10 minutes)
Website: Hemlock Grove Campground
Yankeeland RV Resort
Do you own an RV (or amenable to renting one)? Then Yankeeland is the way to go if you’re looking for a top-rated RV camping experience near Kennebunkport.
The open, airy sites feature full hookups and free WiFi, and there is a wild bevy of amenities available at this popular, pet-friendly resort.
You’ll enjoy the use of a large swimming pool, lively arcade, river access, basketball court, playground, sparkling clean laundry and bathroom facilities, and a spacious pavilion with communal grills and a fireplace.
Location: 1 Robinson Way, Kennebunk, ME 04043 (20 minutes)
Website: Yankeeland RV Resort
Bentley’s Campground
With 100 full-service sites and limited tent sites, Bentley’s is a campground for those who enjoy a lively atmosphere.
Located behind the famous biker’s saloon of the same name, Bentley’s Campground features modern, upgraded bathhouses where you’ll find clean showers, toilets, and well-lit changing areas with plenty of outlets.
There are also 6 motel rooms available (fair warning: they share a wall with the stage where nightly entertainment occurs) and RV rentals, for those of you arriving on your steel horse.
Pets and kids are welcome—but keep in mind the atmosphere may be a bit…edgy for tender ears.
Location: 1601 Portland Rd, Arundel, ME 04046 (10 minutes)
Website: Bentley’s Campground
Shamrock Campground
Featuring two on-site fishing ponds, pedal boats, a swimming pool, game room, basketball court, and playground, the pet-friendly Shamrock Campground is a smart choice for camping families.
All sites feature a fire ring and picnic table and can accommodate tents or RVs; there are also RVs and cabins available to rent.
Reviewers—mostly campers that return year after year—rave about the cleanliness of the bathhouses, the peaceful atmosphere of the campground, and the friendly, helpful staff and owners.
Location: 391 West St, Biddeford, ME 04005 (14 minutes)
Website: Shamrock Campground
Homestead by the River Family Campground
Perched on the banks of the Saco River, Homestead is abundant with water-related activity opportunities—no pool necessary: Tubing, fishing, canoeing, swimming, kayaking…take your pick. The owners of this quiet spot pride themselves on being “just a campground,” not a resort or franchise.
And while there are no organized activities, there is plenty to do for all ages: A play zone for the kids, bike-riding areas (with bikes available to rent), a basketball court, ping-pong, and horseshoe pits.
Showers and laundry facilities are coin-operated, and friendly pets are welcome.
Location: 610 New County Rd, Biddeford, ME 04005 (29 minutes)
Website: Homestead by the River Family Campground
Sun Outdoors Saco
This former KOA campground is pet-friendly and offers tent, camper, and full-hookup RV sites as well as cabins. Sun Outdoors has plenty of amenities to offer, especially for families.
You’ll find a pool, splash pad, hot tub, horseshoes, volleyball, basketball, planned activities, a camp store, pedal cart rentals, and much more to entertain one and all at this well-managed spot; there is also a full-service snack bar, a community fire pit, a dog park, and an entertainment pavilion.
Location: 814 Portland Rd, Saco, ME 04072 (26 minutes)
Website: Sun Outdoors Saco
Silver Springs Campground
Featuring 140 pet-friendly sites—all with electric and water service—as well as cabins (with bathrooms), Silver Springs has been in business for nearly 20 years.
There are two pools—one for families, one for adults—and plenty of activities available, like basketball, shuffleboard, volleyball, a playground, and a game room/recreation hall.
There is an on-site store, and a trolley stops right at the gates to take you to Old Orchard (in season).
Location: 705 Portland Rd, Saco, ME 04072 (24 minutes)
Website: Silver Springs Campground
Cascadia Park
This quiet, no-frills campground is ideal for folks that just want a peaceful place to lay their heads at night.
There are wooded, private RV and tent sites—all with a picnic table and fireplace—and the showers are coin-operated.
Pets are only allowed in RVs; free WiFi is available in limited areas throughout the campground.
Location: 911 Portland Rd, Saco, ME 04072 (26 minutes)
Website: Cascadia Park
Apache Campground
The Apache Campground has faithful camping families that have been coming back for more than 25 years.
Offering full hook-up RV sites and tent/camper sites, Apache has a variety of amenities to offer, such as access to Estes Lake, a swimming pool, rec hall, ball fields, wagon rides, fishing, boat rentals, horseshoes, volleyball, basketball, and kayaking.
There is a playground for young children, coin-operated laundry and shower facilities, and pets must be leashed at all times.
Location: 165 Bernier Rd, Sanford, ME 04073 (27 minutes)
Website: Apache Campground
Beaver Dam Campground
This campground is an all-around crowd pleaser; whether you have an RV, tent, camper, or prefer cabin camping, Beaver Dam has it all.
Pet-friendly, super clean, and loaded with amenities, this is a spot families return to year after year.
Featuring canoe, kayak, paddle boat, and bike rentals, as well as a pool, mini golf, a playground, a game room, ball courts, and even a gem mining sluice, everyone can find something to do at Beaver Dam.
Location: 551 School St, Berwick, ME 03901 (30 minutes)
Website: Beaver Dam Campground
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