Patten Pond Campground
Patten Pond area campground in Acadia National Park at dusk, tents and RVs around a warm campfire.
Patten Pond area at Acadia National Park, a lakeside scene with boats, a dock, and forested shoreline.

Patten Pond Campground

Camping★★★★☆
Last Updated: January 2026

Overview

About This Campground

Family campground near Acadia with RV and tent sites, plus cabins. Flush toilets, hot showers, and kids everywhere; quiet hours start around 10pm—bring earplugs anyway. You’re close to Acadia’s wonders, but you’ll share the vibe with other families.

Highlights

Site Types

RV sites, tent sites, cabins, cottages

Scenic Views

Not available

Nearby Attractions

Acadia National Park; Bar Harbor region; Ellsworth for services

Family Friendly

Flush toilets, hot showers, and a family-friendly vibe; kids’ programs and activities common; expect a resort-style campground near Acadia

Best Time to Visit

Not available

Camping Tips

  • Arrive early to pick preferred site type
  • Store food securely and use bear precautions
  • Stock up in Ellsworth or Bar Harbor before arrival
  • Bring layers for Maine’s changing temps; afternoons can be mild, nights cool

RV Driver Intel

The Setup

Big-rig friendly pull-throughs exist; internal roads mix gravel and paved; sites vary in leveling needs, keep blocks/ramps ready; allow for extra time to position rigs

The Vibe

Functional basecamp near Acadia; not primitive wilderness. Expect nearby neighbors and resort-style conveniences, but with family-friendly energy and easy access to activities

Bath & Laundry

Bathrooms include flush toilets; portable toilets are present in the campground; on-site showers are available, with pricing/heating details not published; on-site laundry facilities are not listed in public materials.

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