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Seawall Campground at Acadia National Park

178Visitor campsites
178Online reservable
35 ftLargest listed RV length; varies by site
5Official site types

Plan your stay

Answers to the questions campers ask first.

Can I reserve a campsite?

Yes. 178 of 178 visitor campsites can be reserved online.

Can I camp here with an RV?

52 of 178 sites list RV equipment

Source: Recreation.gov structured records

Are tent sites available?

178 of 178 sites list tent equipment

Source: Recreation.gov structured records

Is the campground accessible?

9 of 178 sites are marked accessible

Source: Recreation.gov structured records

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.

Seawall Campground is located on the west side of Mount Desert Island about 4 miles (6 km) south of Southwest Harbor. The campground is approximately 18 miles from Bar Harbor. All sites at Seawall are within a short walking distance of the coastline.

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Official practical information

Source: Recreation.gov structured records

Fees and entrance charges

Park entrance fees are separate from campground fees. An entrance pass is required in the park and while staying in the campground. Acadia National Park charges the following entrance fees: $35 per vehicle, $30 per motorcycle, or $20 per pedestrian/cyclist. Visitors may purchase the Acadia National Park annual pass for $70. Buy your Acadia National Park pass online at www.recreation.gov.

Directions

From Boston, take I-95 north to Augusta, Maine, then Route 3 east to Ellsworth and on to Mount Desert Island.

For an alternate route, continue on I-95 north to Bangor, Maine, then take Route 1A east to Ellsworth. In Ellsworth, take Route 3 to Mount Desert Island. At first traffic light on Mount Desert Island, bear right onto Route 102. Stay on 102 for approximately 11.5 miles. You will pass through Somesville and the town of Southwest Harbor. As you leave Southwest Harbor, keep right on Route 102 and travel through Bass Harbor. You will pass through Bass Harbor and keep left onto 102A. Campground approximately 2.4 miles. Campground entrance is on the left. Note: Detour in place.

Campsite options

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

Tent sites

43 Campsites Nightly fee $30.00Equipment Non-electric

RV

59 Campsites Nightly fee $30.00Equipment Non-electric · Maximum 35 ft

Group sites

5 Campsites Nightly fee $60.00Equipment 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 stationSeasonal
AmphitheaterSeasonal
ShowersNot available
LaundryNot available
Camp storeNot available
Cell serviceNot available
InternetNot available
Trash and recyclingSeasonal
Food storage lockersNot available
Firewood for saleNot available
Ice for saleNot available
Campground hostSeasonal
Accessible9 of 178 campsites · 0 unknown
Electricity0 of 178 campsites · 82 unknown
Pets allowed178 of 178 campsites · 0 unknown
Campfires allowed178 of 178 campsites · 0 unknown
Shade89 of 178 campsites · 89 unknown
Picnic table170 of 178 campsites · 8 unknown
Available Seasonal Not available Unknown

Operating season & hours

Official opening status unknown

Seawall Campground

Every day: All Day

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

Fees

RV Non-electric

This is the nightly/daily rate for RV Non-electric sites. Park entrance fees are separate from campground fees. An entrance pass is required in the park and while staying in the campground. Buy your Acadia National Park pass online.

$30.00
Group Tent Only Area - Non-electric

This is the nightly/daily rate for Group Tent Only Area - Non-electric sites. Park entrance fees are separate from campground fees. An entrance pass is required in the park and while staying in the campground. Buy your Acadia National Park pass online.

$60.00
Standard Non-electric

This is the nightly/daily rate for Standard Non-electric sites. Park entrance fees are separate from campground fees. An entrance pass is required in the park and while staying in the campground. Buy your Acadia National Park pass online.

$30.00
Tent Only Non-electric

This is the nightly/daily rate for tent-only sites. Park entrance fees are separate from campground fees. An entrance pass is required in the park and while staying in the campground. Buy your Acadia National Park pass online.

$30.00
Walk-in

This is the nightly/daily rate for walk-in camping sites. Park entrance fees are separate from campground fees. An entrance pass is required in the park and while staying in the campground. Buy your Acadia National Park pass online.

$22.00

Access, rules and important notes

9 Campsites 35 ft
  • All accessible sites and restrooms are wheelchair accessible.
  • This campground has the following accessible sites: 3 RV, 35-foot (10.7 m) maximum; 5 drive-in; 5 walk-in; and one group site.
  • Use the paved road for access to the amphitheater.
  • If staying in the group camping area, use the accessible restroom in the C loop, which is reached by a long, hard-packed ramp.
  • 1 Maximum vehicle length is due to the tight turning radius of the A-Loop road and the difficulty of staying on the pavement when entering and exiting the back-in campsites.
  • If you bring equipment exceeding the maximum limit, you may be turned away upon arrival.
  • Please help us protect the vegetation around the campsites by respecting the maximum limits.
  • 20 Paved Roads - All vehicles OK There is limited or no cell service in the area.
  • Official facility accessibility flag: No. Check individual site details for accessible campsites.
  • All regulations are listed in the "Need to Know" section when making reservations on recreation.gov.

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Official information, clearly sourced Information from the official sources listed below. Check the official website for current conditions and reservation details.
National Park Service Recreation.gov
Last checked National Park Service — Oct 9, 2026 at 10:52 AMRecreation.gov — Oct 9, 2026 at 12:51 PMView official source

Things To Do

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Biking

Bike Carriage Roads

Winding through the heart of the park, the 45 miles of historic carriage roads have crushed rock surfaces perfect for miles of bicycling.
Source: NPS
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Birdwatching

Birding "with" the Champlain Society

In the early 1880's members if the Champlain Society documented bird species breeding on Mount Desert Island. Follow along the same trails they took and observe what birds we find in those places. Are they the same, or different?
Source: NPS
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