Take Camping To A Whole New Level On These 10 Gorgeous Maine Islands
By Michelle|Updated on April 17, 2023(Originally published April 12, 2023)
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Camping in Maine during the summer is a wonderful perk of being in the best state in the USA! And, if the weather ever gets its act together (ahem – we’re ready to put our sweaters away, mother nature!) it’ll be time to pack that tent and sleeping bag for summer trips outdoors. But, this year, rather than staying close to home you might want to consider something new. Here are a few islands in Maine that you might not know you can camp on! Are you ready for some Maine island camping?
As with any camping you do, be sure to respect all the rules that are in place when partaking in Maine island camping. Most areas do not allow any open fires without a permit and even then, you’ll need to follow certain rules for where they’re located. Many thanks to the Maine Coast Heritage Trust website from which we were able to pull some information. You can search their preserves by location or activity type if you visit them on Facebook.
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What are the best camping spots in Maine?
Whether you are looking for island camping in Maine or a more traditional campground, Maine offers some of the best camping on the east coast. Here are some of the best camping spots in Maine for your next weekend getaway:
Sebago Lake State Park, Casco, ME: The largest state park in southern Maine, you'll be treated to clean campsites with fire pits for an evening of toasting marshmallows under the stars. With 200 sites both reservable and non-reservable, you are sure to find a spot you like.
Bradbury Mountain State Park, Pownal, ME: This smaller campground has 35 sites nestled in the quiet forests of Bradbury Mountain State Park. The campground can accommodate tent campers and RV campers alike. With plenty of hiking trails and gorgeous views, this campground is just the Maine camping experience you are looking for.
Natanis Point Campground, Coburn Gore, ME: Up near the Canadian border, this campground is located on the beautiful Chain of Ponds. As you can imagine, kayaking, fishing, and canoeing are spectacular in this area. Many of the camping sites are located right at the water's edge. The campsite managers even offer ATVs for use on the local off-road trails.
Baxter State Park, Millinocket, ME: If you are looking for a true backcountry camping experience, head to this gorgeous state park where there are two backcountry camping spots. One of these destinations is Chimney Rock on the way to Katahdin. Take a three-mile trail from the Roaring Brook campsite to find lean-tos and a ten-person bunkhouse. The other site is Russell Pond. Take the seven-mile hike from Roaring Brook to get there. You'll find three tent sites, five lean-tos, and an eight-person bunkhouse.