Smuggler’s Den Campground
Overview
About This Campground
Alright, Smuggler's Den sits on the Quietside of Mount Desert Island near Southwest Harbor with quick access to Acadia. There are 106 sites to choose from—tent, RV, rustic and deluxe cabins, RV rentals, and vacation rentals—with water and electric hookups and some sewer. Fire rings and picnic tables are standard, and many tent sites sit on wooden platforms. It’s family-friendly with a heated pool, a playground, and direct trails to Beech Mountain and Echo Lake Beach; book early, this pl...
Highlights
✅ BOOK IF: You want a family-friendly campground with water/electric hookups and up to 75 ft RVs near Acadia; you want a heated pool and direct trail access. ❌ SKIP IF: You’re seeking a remote backcountry site with no services or a wilderness vibe
Tent sites, RV sites (water/electric; 30-amp and 50-amp; some sewer), rustic and deluxe cabins, RV rentals, vacation rentals
Forest surroundings with access to Echo Lake and Beech Mountain trails
Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park Visitor Center, Southwest Harbor; Echo Lake Beach; Walmart in Ellsworth
Family Friendly
Heated pool, playground, and direct access to Beech Mountain/Echo Lake Beach; gentle on kids with quiet hours and leash rules
Best Time to Visit
May–October; early season and shoulder periods are quieter; peak summer is busiest
Camping Tips
- Book six months out; peak season fills fast
- Bring a headlamp for late-night bathroom runs
- Use lobster pots and crackers to cook seafood at camp
- Keep fires small and in rings; never leave unattended
RV Driver Intel
Pull-through and back-in sites available; internal roads mix paved and gravel; sedans handle; trailers allowed; max length 75 ft; arrive prepared for gate check and parking coordination
A practical basecamp near Acadia: family-friendly, convenient stores, and trail access; not a remote wilderness retreat, but you’re still surrounded by forest and waterways
Showers are free and clean; laundry details aren’t published; plan accordingly
What Campers Say
Reviews highlight clean bathhouses, friendly staff, and easy Acadia access; the heated pool and family amenities are a plus, though some note older bathhouses. High demand means plan ahead and reserve early.
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