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Downeast Maine

Campgrounds
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Wake up to the sound of the tide, fall asleep under the darkest skies on the East Coast. The Bold Coast's campgrounds put you closer to the wild than almost anywhere else in New England.

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Bold Coast Campgrounds
May–Oct
Typical Season
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Darkest Skies on the East Coast
πŸ“ž Book early. The best sites at waterfront campgrounds fill up weeks in advance, especially July and August. Call directly or book online β€” and always confirm seasonal opening dates before you arrive.
The Campgrounds

Five campgrounds.
One wild coast.

From oceanfront RV resorts to no-frills state park sites, there's a Bold Coast campground for every style of traveler.

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ATV Access Β· Cabins
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Columbia Falls, Maine
Cottonwood Camping & RV Park
The most adventure-oriented campground on the Bold Coast, set back in the woods off Route 1 in Columbia Falls. Full hookup pull-through RV sites, back-in sites, tent sites, cabin rentals, a treehouse, and even a camper rental for those without their own rig. What sets Cottonwood apart is its direct connection to the Down East Sunrise Trail β€” one of the longest rail trails in New England β€” giving ATV riders hundreds of miles of trail access right from their campsite. Dirt bikes welcome. Known for a spotlessly clean bathhouse and a welcoming, community atmosphere.
Sunrise Trail ATV Access Full Hookups Β· Pull-Through Sites Cabins Β· Treehouse Β· Camper Rental Dog Park Dirt Bikes Welcome
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Bay Views Β· Family Friendly
May 15 – Oct 15
Robbinston, Maine
Hilltop Campground
A family-friendly campground perched on Ridge Road in Robbinston, midway between Calais and Eastport, with views of Passamaquoddy Bay and St. Andrews, New Brunswick across the water. A community-oriented spot known for its friendly owners, clean facilities, heated pool, and Saturday night bingo. Full hookups, tent sites, and cabin options. Popular with both US and Canadian seasonal campers, which gives it a uniquely cross-border feel. Affordable rates and a welcoming atmosphere make it a solid value on the Bold Coast.
Passamaquoddy Bay Views Heated Pool Β· Rec Hall Full Hookups & Tent Sites Between Calais & Eastport Affordable Rates
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Edmunds, Maine
Cobscook Bay State Park
One of the most dramatic campgrounds in Maine β€” 888 acres of spruce and fir forest on the shores of Cobscook Bay, where the tides rise and fall up to 28 feet twice a day. Historically one of the best-regarded state park campgrounds in New England, with 106 sites, shoreline access, and exceptional birding. The park has been temporarily closed for infrastructure improvements β€” check the Maine state parks website for current status before making plans around it.
⚠️ Temporarily Closed β€” Verify Before Visiting 888 Acres Β· Cobscook Bay 28 ft Tidal Range World-Class Birding
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Camp the Bold Coast.
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Tell our trip planner you're camping and it'll build a full itinerary around your base β€” day hikes, beaches, restaurants, and things to do within range of your site.