This is a fantastic campground located very close to Acadia National Park. It was previously known as HTR Acadia Somes Sound Campground but is now under new management and renamed Quarry Ledge. If you can’t find a spot on recreation(dot)gov, definitely check this place out. Here are my observations:
Pros
- Utilities: Most sites have both electricity and water (unless otherwise noted). The riverfront sites are a short walk away and don’t have electric hookups.
- Clean Facilities: Bathrooms and restrooms are spotless and well maintained.
- Wi-Fi Access: Free, campground-wide Wi-Fi (no password) is available—very handy in emergencies.
- Big-Rig Friendly: Even large Class A RVs like Brinkley models can fit through the back entrance. The office staff will guide and escort you to your site if needed.
- Stargazing Spot: There’s a small quarry in the center with an unobstructed sky view—perfect for stargazing at night.
- Amazing Staff: Special thanks to Lisa at the office for her kindness! She offered to watch our 10-month-old Golden Retriever when he got nervous around the beach so we could enjoy kayaking.
Cons
- Small Tent Sites: Tent sites are on the smaller side compared to other campgrounds, though fine if your setup isn’t too large.
- Tight Spacing: Sites are close together—only about 5 ft between them. If you have early-to-bed neighbors, noise can be an issue. (We had a neighbor ask us to lower our mini speaker even at half volume, while others had outdoor TVs without issue.)
- Porta Potty Design: Porta potties are available throughout the campground but are old-style models without closing caps on the septic tank, making them a bit uncomfortable to use.
- Slow Wi-Fi: The free Wi-Fi slows down significantly when the campground is full, especially on weekends, with many RVs streaming movies.