Nearby Campgrounds
Overview
Blackwoods Campground is located on the east side of Mount Desert Island, about 5 miles (8 km) south of Bar Harbor on Route 3. All sites at Blackwoods are wooded and within a 10-minute walk of the ocean. The majority of Blackwoods' sites are for small and large tents; other sites can accommodate travelers with RVs. Flush toilets, running water, and a dump station are provided, as are picnic tables and fire rings. Roads are paved.
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Location
Directions
The entrance to Blackwoods Campground is off of State Highway 3, six miles south of Bar Harbor. There is no entrance to the campground from Acadia National Park's Park Loop Rd. The Park Loop Rd. has several low bridges and the majority of it is one way traffic; do not enter any entrances with a vehicle or equipment that is 10'4" or more.
Weather Notes
For seasonal weather conditions, check https://www.nps.gov/acad/planyourvisit/weather.htm.
RV Information
60 RV-only sites of 281 total
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.
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.
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.
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Ninety percent of campsites are released six months in advance on the first of each month at 10 am EST. The remaining 10 percent are released at 10 am 14 days ahead of a desired arrival date on a rolling basis. All campsite reservations must be made in advance at Recreation.gov. Reservations cannot be made through the campground office or in-person.
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