Wolves and Sounds of the Night

89%

· Trenton, Hancock, Maine

10 acres hosted by Heather G.

3 lodging sites · 8 RV/tent sites · 1 tent site

Near Acadia National Park

Within a 30-minute drive from the Thompson Island Information Center.

As of today 11/16/2024: Winter Camping is allowed however , there is NO shower or outdoor water access until further notice in Spring. Call for information.Required and Important: Read all of the info, rules and requirements which change seasonally. When you submit a request be sure to check your hipcamp messages for our questions and the acceptance confirmation info. Submitting a request does not finalize or guarantee a reservation, Which requires approval from the property. Before you make a reservation read the description of each site, there are 5 different names of the choices with different options. . Read all of the info, and when you submit your request please include/verify the following info: Is everyone in your group at least 21?/No kids or pets traveling with you.? What sort or camping unit.? Tent/RoofTent/RV/Hammock/Trailer./Van./ Box Truck or creative bus conversion/Cowboy Camper…? Your reservation request will not be accepted until we have those responses so including that with your reservation request is what we need to know. Several of us live/work/answer messages here. Calling, directly by telephone in advance of reserving is STRONGLY advised and it is mandatory to arrange your arrival time with the staff to be allowed entry. Clarity with your request is necessary. At check out look at the “extras” section to include any pre purchases or rentals. For those flying in or wanting to travel light, you can select “The Works” which includes a tent, bedding , firewood , towels ,chairs, a cooler and numerous camping supplies including coffee and cups. Great for spontaneous adventures and we will have the tent site ready for you to just show up. Easy! Our camping section is located on the property of Kisma Preserve. Home to abundant local wildlife and our own resident animals , Including domestic and non domestic and our favorite, Wolves. . Most of the staff live here full time all year. The sounds of the night are magical. Unleash your imagination and camp here away from the crowds that exist within the local Acadia National Park area which begins about 5 minutes away at Thompson’s Island and the bridge to Mt Desert Island. We are close to basic necessities, and a step away from the masses. We do educational tours daily and if interested these tours are arranged by reservation too by phone or in person only. We may allow camping in Winter months but if it is between November and May it is very important to call and find out the accessibility as weather impacts everything. The shower will likely be unavailable in freezing months and some sites are closed. CALL and speak with a staff member before reserving. Self contained Adventure Vans and tent campers with Winter Gear and Rooftop Tents can be accommodated. Or If you want to have a solid roof , screens and a fabulous view ask about reserving our Cadillac Mountain View Loft or if the idea of being naked under the stars is appealing opt for our Raw and Rough site.! Pulling in late, and leaving early for a typical Sunrise reservation.? We can also accommodate that if we know that is all you want. Traveling with your horse.? Talk to us about an Equine site. The Biker’s Bunkhouse is ideal for motorcycle travelers as it shelters both the guest and the Bike/s. Always call, we can answer all questions to get you into the right site for your style of adventuring. With each listing be sure to READ all the information and the rules. If you are interested in a spontaneous camping adventure, if your luggage got lost or if you just don’t want to deal with transporting camping gear we have a variety of rental equipment. Last minute reservation requests may not work via the reservation site but we may very likely have a space. Any questions, call two zero seven six six seven three two four four, calling is the only way to be certain we ( at the physical property) receive your communications and it is important that you also check back to your hipcamp site regularly to see if they ( hipcamp) have sent you communication pertinent to your reservation.

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89% Recommend325 ratings · 255 reviews

The campsite near Acadia offers a unique experience with the sound of wolves howling at night, creating a memorable backdrop for your stay. Guests appreciated the spacious sites and accommodating hosts, with clean facilities like a hot outdoor shower and a portapotty. Some reviewers noted the proximity to the highway and uneven ground, which could detract from the otherwise peaceful setting. Overall, the campsite is seen as a convenient and interesting choice for those exploring the nearby national park.

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Marshall S.

2 reviews

Recommends

· November 2024

NE Winter 24’. Northern Lights

16 ft car ·

Camping with Wolves

Heather was very friendly and let us know about the northern lights the night of our stay. It was easy to check in and check out and everything was as described. This is a safe camp site behind a locked gate.

Emily H.

6 months on Hipcamp

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· November 2024

Tent ·

Camping with Wolves

The space allotted to us was SO spacious, and listening to the wolves chitter and howl at night was so cool! Beautiful property and great proximity to Acadia. My group also rented the barn loft, and that was a really unique and comfortable space for my friends who didn’t have camping gear. Having access to a hot shower was a huge plus! Heather was so generous and understanding while I tried to wrangle multiple people together and iron out plans, and I really appreciated her flexibility! Would definitely recommend to a friend!

Scott H.

5 months on Hipcamp

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· November 2024

Overflow

I needed a last minute spot for the night and they were able help me out. Pulled in late and left early but hope to engage more next time!

Erin W.

8 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

Just a place to sleep

Tent ·

Camping with Wolves

It was a chill spot to camp for a couple of nights. It's next to the highway so there are car sounds but it's secluded enough to where you don't feel like you're being watched. The bathroom was just a porta potty and I didn't try their outdoor shower. Worked well in the fall time! But there weren't any trees in our campsite so I'd imagine it gets quite toasty in the summer.

Rex L.

5 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

Tent ·

Raw and Rough

Pretty good camp spot; close to Acadia and many food/gear spots. Nice WiFi, hot shower, safe. Wolves sing at night

Joseph S.

6 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

Absolutely amazing

6 ft campervan ·

Camping with Wolves

We had an incredible stay at Kisma Preserve, camping for four nights. It was in an ideal location just 25-30 minutes from Bar Harbor and Acadia. Heather and the staff were welcoming and friendly, making our stay even more enjoyable. When they say you’ll hear the wolves howling at night, they aren’t exaggerating! It was a thrill to see the wolves up close and hear their howls echo through the evening. Truly an unforgettable experience. Reading the negative reviews ( google)- some people do not understand that this is a sight to pitch your tent… there are facilities including running water, a hot outside shower, portapotty, and firewood on sight. If you are tent camping, it’s a great spot! If you need more facilities, go to a hotel.

Location

Trenton, Hancock, Maine, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Passamaquoddy, Wabanaki (Dawnland Confederacy), N’dakina (Abenaki / Abénaquis), and Penobscot First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking