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GeneralThere is no potable water source at Duck Harbor Campground. Plan ahead to treat the water or bring enough potable water for the duration of your stay.
About Duck Harbor Campground
Number of accommodations: 5
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Reviews (48)
What Guests Are Saying
Duck Harbor Campground offers a unique and well-maintained camping experience with stunning coastal trails and beautiful natural surroundings. The rangers are helpful and the abundance of wild berries adds to the charm. However, visitors should note that bikes cannot be unloaded at the Duck Harbor dock, and the water source is a rustic pump requiring a bit of a walk.
What Guests Are Saying
Duck Harbor Campground offers a unique and well-maintained camping experience with stunning coastal trails and beautiful natural surroundings. The rangers are helpful and the abundance of wild berries adds to the charm. However, visitors should note that bikes cannot be unloaded at the Duck Harbor dock, and the water source is a rustic pump requiring a bit of a walk.
Review Summary
Susan D
VerifiedOctober 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: DUCK HARBOR CAMPGROUND
Quiet lean to camping and an amazing hike, what not to live?
craig w
VerifiedOctober 4, 2025 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: DUCK HARBOR CAMPGROUND
Rangers thought they could use more staff.
D C
VerifiedOctober 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: DUCK HARBOR CAMPGROUND
Elizabeth H
VerifiedSeptember 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: DUCK HARBOR CAMPGROUND
The coastal trails are exceptionally beautiful.
The rangers were generous with their time and advice.
The park information should make clear, however, that bikes CANNOT be unloaded at the Duck Harbor dock, only at Town Landing.
Weston B
VerifiedAugust 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: DUCK HARBOR CAMPGROUND
Isle au Haut...if you know, you know. Duck Harbor Campground offers the perfect setup. The endless blueberries and raspberries were a nice bonus.
Katie C
VerifiedJuly 16, 2025 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: DUCK HARBOR CAMPGROUND
This is a one-of-a-kind campground. Everything is well maintained, and the natural beauty can’t be beat. Walking along the cliffs is a great way to beat the bugs and explore all the island has to offer!
Michael D
VerifiedOctober 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: DUCK HARBOR CAMPGROUND
Duck Harbor is so wonderful, I’d rather not encourage more campers to compete for the same spot. Maybe build just one more site. Love staying there.
Marion K
VerifiedOctober 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: DUCK HARBOR CAMPGROUND
The water source is a rustic pump and a bit of walk but delicious
Michael S
VerifiedOctober 1, 2024 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: DUCK HARBOR CAMPGROUND
Incredible place to camp. Great campsite with spectacular views. Highly recommend.
Dustin P
VerifiedOctober 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: DUCK HARBOR CAMPGROUND
Unbelievable setting and wonderful shelters. I'm grateful this place exists!
Location Duck Harbor Campground
Address:
Acadia National Park, Attn: Duck Harbor Campground, Po Box 177
Bar Harbor, ME, 04609
United States
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 44.0282 / -68.6531
Elevation: 10 feet
Policies & Rules
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No pets allowed in the campground. |
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Campsite reservations can be made beginning at 10am on April 1. |
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The first night is June 19th and the last night is October 5th. |
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Maximum length of stay is three nights. |
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Campers are limited to one stay per calendar year. |
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Six people are permitted per campsite. |
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There is no potable water source at Duck Harbor Campground. Plan ahead to treat the water or bring enough potable water for the duration of your stay. |
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Check with the Isle au Haut Boat Services for boat schedule. On some days, boat transportation is limited to the Isle au Haut Town Landing and does not travel to Duck Harbor, especially during October. No reservations are taken for the boat. Be there at least one half hour before departure. |
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Distance from Ranger Station to Duck Harbor Campground is ~4 miles via trail and ~5 miles via road. Distance from Duck Harbor Boat Landing to Duck Harbor Campground is approximately 300 feet. |
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Prepare for camping in the backcountry and pack relevant camping gear. This is not car camping. |
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All trash must be carried out. |
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Firewood: 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. |
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All campsites must be reserved on this website (recreation.gov) or by calling 877-444-6777. Camping without a reservation is prohibited. |
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Check-in time and check-out time is 11:00am |
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Arriving Late? You must arrive at your campsite before 11:00am check-out time on the day after your scheduled arrival date. If you cannot arrive by that time, you must call (207) 335-5551 or you will be marked a No Show and incur fees. Review them on the Fees & Cancellations tab above. |
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralThere is no potable water source at Duck Harbor Campground. Plan ahead to treat the water or bring enough potable water for the duration of your stay.
