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Camps of the Pioneers

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· Ellsworth, Hancock, Maine
7 acres hosted by Jedidah M.
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Romantic
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is romantic.
Our property has a history detailed in the arrowheads and other Wabanaki artifacts found around the property. European settlers have also left clues behind of the shipbuilding industry and 1700's culture. Experience a bit of natural immersion and enjoy the endless opportunities for outdoor recreation while camping in the northern forests of Downeast Maine! We use our 6 acre property to focus on producing organically grown herbs, fruit, vegetables for local markets. We're finally making available the properties scenic brooks, forests and meadows to folks seeking to experience a truly unforgettable, countryside retreat. *firewood is available for free on site We’re just off the beaten path in an agricultural and fishing community on the Union River, 20 minutes drive from Acadia National Park and Mt. Desert Island. See what our other guests have had to say about their stays- “It’s an experience I would repeat with pleasure. Difficult to be short about my highlights: hearing the loon at night certainly, waking up with the quarter moon over my head, seeing the progression in changing colors of the leaves,the views from Mount Cadillac, and Beech Wood trail, Jordan Pond and the Bubbles,so many things really.” - Christine from Montpelier, France, Sept 2021. "We were so at peace when we got here we just spent the rest of the day hanging at the yurt enjoying the peace and quiet today we are heading to the ocean!"- Jody from New Hampshire, July 2021. "We could not have found a more idyllic place, plus it was our first experience in a yurt. We found your notes about Acadia super helpful and the yurt was just so beautiful and cozy. Having a hot bath and a little fire in the wood stove after a day of biking the Carriage Roads and swimming at Sand Beach could not have been more perfect. So glad we were at the yurt to enjoy the area and Acadia. We had an incredible stay and are hoping to come back next summer."- Jenn & Neil, August 2020.
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Biking
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Natural features
Beach
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Desert
Forest
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471 ratings · 352 reviews
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Maya D.
October 30, 2024
Birch Gate Campsite
Felt unwelcome, yet free firewood
This stay was underwhelming unfortunately. My partner and I were super excited to stay here as our first Hipcamp stay, yet the host made our stay seem like more of an inconvenience. We had someone in our original spot for 2 consecutive nights so we stayed in a different spot each night, with the last night being right next to the outhouse. If you are camping on top of your car, I would let the host know when you book (as there is not an option when booking). We didn’t think it would matter but most spots are uneven for vehicles. There were fire pits and wood available to us which we took advantage of being late in the season and the ride to Acadia was about a 30-minute drive away.
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Olivia D.recommends
October 20, 2024
Birch Gate Campsite
Absolutely beautiful!
A friend and I came up this past weekend to visit Acadia and explore MDI. Our site was clean, comfortable, easily accessible! Jedidah was super friendly (and his dog was adorable!). Would most definitely recommend a stay at Birch Gate. A great value for a lovely spot just outside MDI. PS: this is a GREAT campground for birders and stargazers. We heard all sorts of songbirds (chickadee, nuthatch, titmouse, etc.) in the morning and owls at night. And WOW the stars are gorgeous, even from our site nestled in the trees.
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Elizabeth T.recommends
October 20, 2024
Birch Gate Campsite
Gem of a location!
Gem of a location! We took our small teardrop and it was the perfect size for the space. Property has the perfect balance of remote feel and close to Ellsworth and MDI for a great day. Loved the fire pit with stone surround and rustic feel to the site with lots of trees. Jedidiah was a great host, met us to show us in and was very communicative when we had questions.
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Amber M.recommends
October 20, 2024
Birch Gate Campsite
The woods were quiet and plenty of firewood available!
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Kaci J.recommends
October 18, 2024
Pioneer Cottage Near Acadia
Our stay in the blue yurt was amazing! They had more there than expected including linens, blankets, and towels. Fully equipped kitchen. It's a very peaceful spot and not too far from Acadia, would definitely recommend!
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Zanny P.recommends
October 14, 2024
Birch Gate Campsite
Just what we were looking for!
Jedidiah was flexible with us on where we camped and was great about bringing us water. This is a great budget option for camping in the area. We would come back!
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Ellsworth, Hancock, Maine, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Passamaquoddy, Wabanaki (Dawnland Confederacy), N’dakina (Abenaki / Abénaquis), and Penobscot First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Jedidah M.

Joined in June 2016
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