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Duck Harbor Campground at Acadia National Park

Camping in Acadia National Park

Duck Harbor Campground

Acadia National Park

Reservation required Official opening status unknown 5 Visitor campsites

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In the park · Acadia National Park

5Visitor campsites

5Online reservable

—Largest listed RV length; varies by site

1Official site types

Plan your stay

Answers to the questions campers ask first.

Can I reserve a campsite?

Yes. 5 of 5 visitor campsites can be reserved online.

Can I camp here with an RV?

Official RV suitability and length information is not yet available.

Are tent sites available?

5 of 5 sites list tent equipment

Source: Recreation.gov structured records

Is the campground accessible?

Official accessibility information is available below. Check the details for suitability.

Are toilets and drinking water available?

Yes, seasonally. Toilets and drinking water are available during the operating season.

Are showers or electrical hookups available?

No. Showers are not available and no electrical sites are listed.

About this campground

Information from the official campground source. Seasonal conditions and reservation rules may vary.

Duck Harbor Campground is located on Isle au Haut, a rugged island off the coast of Stonington, Maine. This campground has five sites with lean-to shelters and is a great launch point for paddling excursions. Remote and inaccessible to automobiles, Isle au Haut is linked to the mainland by mailboat.

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Official practical information

Source: Recreation.gov structured records

Directions

From the north, take I-95 to Bangor, then I-395 to Brewer, then take Rte. 15 south to Stonington. From the south, take I-95 or I-295 to Augusta, then Rte. 3 to Belfast, then Rte. 15 to Stonington.

Campsite options

Compare the official site types and equipment limits before choosing a campsite.

Tent sites

5 Campsites Nightly fee $20.00Equipment Non-electric

Individual campsite details such as loop, accessibility, equipment limits and reservability are provided by Recreation.gov.

Tours & experiences

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Facilities at a glance

ToiletsSeasonal

Drinking waterSeasonal

Dump stationNot available

AmphitheaterNot available

ShowersNot available

LaundryNot available

Camp storeNot available

Cell serviceNot available

InternetNot available

Trash and recyclingNot available

Food storage lockersSeasonal

Firewood for saleNot available

Ice for saleNot available

Campground hostSeasonal

Accessible0 of 5 campsites · 0 unknown

Electricity0 of 5 campsites · 0 unknown

Campfires allowed5 of 5 campsites · 0 unknown

Picnic table5 of 5 campsites · 0 unknown

Available Seasonal Not available Unknown

Operating season & hours

Official opening status unknown

Season dates and opening hours have not been supplied in the stored source data. Check the official campground information.

Operating dates and closures can change. Confirm current conditions with the official source.

Fees

Tent/Shelter Non-Electric

Fee/per night maximum number of people: 6

$20.00

Access, rules and important notes

Isle au Haut and Duck Harbor Campground are not wheelchair-accessible.
Terrain is rocky and uneven, and trails are narrow.
Duck Harbor Campground and facilities are not accessible.
Terrain is uneven, and shelters have a stepped entrance.
0 RVs and trailers are not allowed in Duck Harbor Campground.
No Roads Each site has a fire ring.
Dead and downed wood may be collected near the campground.
Please do not bring your own firewood to reduce the spread of non-native insects.
Official facility accessibility flag: No. Check individual site details for accessible campsites.
No pets allowed in the campground.
Maximum length of stay is three nights.
Campers are limited to one stay per calendar year.
Six people are permitted per campsite.
All trash must be carried out.
Please do not bring your own firewood to reduce the spread of non-native insects.
Check-in time and check-out time is 11:00am All campsites must be reserved.
Camping without a reservation is prohibited.

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Source: NPS

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