If you love the outdoors and the state of Maine, there's a good chance you've been camping your way through summer. Whether it's in the woods or on the coast, summer camping in Maine means access to gorgeous sites, beautiful nights and a close connection to those you're with. But with fall on its way, is camping season coming to a close? Nope! In fact, it's only getting better. Especially with the best camping event in Maine this fall. Head to Scenic Pines Campground in Kennebunkport for the first annual Great Maine Camp Out!
Sandy Pines Camgpround in Kennebunkport will host the first annual Great Maine Camp Out Sept 22nd to the 23rd and it's shaping up to be a must-attend fall event!
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The campground is located in a secluded beach forest, and it's bordered by a salt marsh making for gorgeous ocean views in addition to their onsite amenities.
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The campground is just a few minutes away from from Goose Rocks Beach and Dock Square making the area perfect for camping and exploring the town.
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The event will include lots of fun events for the whole family, including a crafts & story hour for kids at 11 a.m.
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From 11:30 a.m to 1:30 p.m. enjoy burgers and hot dogs at the Burger Bash by the pool
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At 5 p.m. check out the campfire cooking experience for everyone to share recipes.
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The best part might just be the s’mores recipe contest judging and group bonfire at 7 p.m.
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Make anything you want as long as it's between two graham cookies! There will be a first, second and third place winner, plus a kid’s winner.
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The Great Maine Camp Out offers an opportunity to enjoy the Sandy Pines glamping facilities, which include this beautiful set up.
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Or, one of their unique Hideaway Huts.
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Or, try traditional tent camping.
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And you can always bring your RV.
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Whatever it is you love about the outdoors, you'll surely find it during this fun Maine event!
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Sandy Pines Campground is located at 277 Mills Rd. in Kennebunkport. You can give them a call on (207) 967-2483. The campground is a little more expensive than some, but you can't bean the location and the amenities. And, this special weekend features discounted prices. On the 22nd, nightly rates start at $50 for tent sites; $59 for RV sites; $99 for Hideaway Huts; and $159 for Camp Carriages. If you book two nights, you'll get the third night free by using the code FALL when staying in a new Camp Carriage, Hideaway Hut or camping in an RV or tent.
Availability for the weekend of the event is still open and you can book here. If you can't stay overnight, stop by for the day! Attending the event is free, but the Burger Bash is $5 per person.
Check them out on Facebook or visit their website for more information.
To get out and camp before the end of the camping season, head to Acadia National Park. These are some of the best spots to camp in the area.
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