Reservations are via private email; book early because oceanfront options are limited.

Oceanfront Camping at Reach Knolls

Q: Are there full hookups?

No; some sites have 30 amp electric hookups, but there are no full hookups.

Q: Are showers included?

Yes, hot showers are available both indoors and outdoors.

Q: Is there an on-site store?

No store is listed; plan accordingly.

Overview

About This Campground

Reach Knolls is a rustic oceanfront campground in Acadia National Park with a dispersed, privacy-minded layout. Expect direct rocky beach access, 40 total sites, and limited amenities. Water is available via spigots, showers exist, and campfires must stay in rings.

Highlights

Site Types

Tent sites (20); RV sites available (some with electric hookups)

Scenic Views

Oceanfront views at select sites; rocky beach access

Nearby Attractions

Brooklin, ME; Blue Hill; Eggemoggin Reach beach access

Family Friendly

Good for families seeking a coastal escape; hot showers available; leash rules apply

Best Time to Visit

Summer and early fall

Camping Tips

Book oceanfront sites early; demand is high
Bring a windbreaker for coastal gusts
Pack out everything; there is no on-site store

RV Driver Intel

The Setup

Pull-through and back-in sites available; rustic internal roads; plan for level blocks; RVs up to 40 ft

The Vibe

Rustic oceanfront campground with a dispersed layout; privacy is good but amenities are limited; not a manicured RV park

Bath & Laundry

Showers are clean and hot; laundry not listed

Details

Campsite Information

Total Sites: 40

RV Max Length: 35-40 feet

Hookups: 30 amp electric hookups at some sites; no full hookups

Site Types

Tent sites (20); RV sites available (some with electric hookups)

Each Site Includes

Fire rings and picnic tables; potable water spigots throughout; on-site dump station; portable waste tanks available to borrow; hot showers (indoor and outdoor); privies in wood sheds; trash cans by privies and office
Dumpster; pack-it-in
Pack-it-out encouraged for beach and campsite cleanliness; firewood for sale at the office; no on-site store

Activities

Beach access for swimming and kayaking; stargazing

Amenities & Facilities

Campground Amenities

Showers: Hot showers available, indoor and outdoor
Restrooms: Privies (wood sheds)
Water: Potable water spigots available throughout campground
Trash: Trash cans by privies and office; dumpster; pack-it-in, pack-it-out encouraged

Facilities

RV Dump Station: On-site dump station; portable waste tanks available to borrow
Camp Store: Not listed
Firewood: Firewood available for purchase at the office; gathering firewood prohibited
Amphitheater: Not listed

Utilities

Restrooms: Privies (wood sheds)

Showers: Hot showers available, indoor and outdoor

Policies & Rules

Reservations

Private (Email reservations) (Booking: Direct booking is via email; there is no published fixed reservation window.)

Pet Policy

Pets Allowed - Leashed at all times; not left unattended; shot records required

FAQs

Can my RV fit at Reach Knolls?

RVs up to 40 feet are accommodated; pull-through and back-in sites exist.

Are there full hookups?

Are showers included?

Is there an on-site store?

How do I reserve?

📖 campmaine.com 📖 reachknolls.com 📖 umaine.edu 📖 thedyrt.com 📖 pinecliffresort.net 📖 youtube.com 📖 rvparky.com 📖 wheree.com 📖 nps.gov 📖 acadiamagic.com ⭐ Google Reviews 📝 YourNPGuide Editorial

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