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Balsam Cove Campground
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Balsam Cove Campground

πŸ“ Orland, ME
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Hookups
Partial
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Pet Policy
Check
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WiFi
No
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Max RV
Call

About Balsam Cove Campground

Balsam Cove Campground sits on Toddy Pond in Orland, Maine, 22 miles from Acadia National Park. The property offers 120 sites for RVs, tents, and cabins.

Balsam Cove Campground operates seasonally from May through Columbus Day. Toddy Pond provides swimming, fishing, and kayaking for guests. The property rents kayaks, canoes, pontoon boats, and fishing boats.

Balsam Cove Campground hosts organized events like Christmas in July and Halloween in August. Water Wars features cardboard boat races and water balloon fights. Halloween in August includes a costume parade and trick-or-treating.

Acadia National Park sits 22 miles from the campground. The historic lighthouse trail and Fort Knox are nearby attractions. Bucksport offers the world's tallest bridge observation tower.

What Amenities Does Balsam Cove Campground Offer?

The campground offers a camp store for supplies, a bathhouse with hot showers, and laundry facilities. Recreational amenities include a playground, basketball, badminton, horseshoes, and a volleyball court.

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πŸ‘• Laundry βœ“
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πŸ› Playground βœ“
🏠 Clubhouse βœ—
♻️ Dump Station βœ—
πŸ”₯ Propane βœ—
πŸ“Ί Cable TV βœ—
πŸ• Dog Park βœ—
Camp storeLaundry facilitiesBathhouse with hot showersBoat slip rentals

What Are the Rates at Balsam Cove Campground?

Tent sites start at $40 per night. RV site rates and cabin rental rates are available through the Campspot booking system. All reservations require a deposit.

What Are the Check-In Rules at Balsam Cove Campground?

Check-in time is 1:00 PM; check-out is 11:00 AM. Bookings are managed online via Campspot, which handles the cancellation and deposit policy. The campground is open from May to Columbus Day.

πŸ”– ReservationsBook Online

Where Is Balsam Cove Campground Located?

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Orland, Maine
286 Back Ridge Rd
πŸ“ Address286 Back Ridge Rd, Orland, ME 04472-4314
πŸ“ž Phone2074697771
🌐 WebsiteVisit Official Site
πŸš— Balsam Cove Campground is in Orland, Maine, 25 miles southeast of Bangor via US Route 1A and State Route 175. The access road is suitable for RVs.

What Attractions Are Near Balsam Cove Campground?

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Acadia National Park
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Historic lighthouse trail
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Fort Knox
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Bucksport (world's tallest bridge observation tower)
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Blue Hill galleries
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Stonington (lobstering capital)
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Bangor (live entertainment, casino, Stephen King tour)

What Activities Are Available at Balsam Cove Campground?

SwimmingFishingKayakingCanoeingPontoon boat rentalsFishing boat rentalsPlaygroundBasketballBadmintonHorseshoesVolleyballHay ridesBonfiresMusic and dancingChristmas in JulyWater Wars (cardboard boat race, water balloon fight)Halloween in August (costume parade, trick-or-treating)

What Is the Atmosphere Like at Balsam Cove Campground?

This is a seasonal, family-focused campground with a schedule of communal events like Water Wars cardboard boat races, costume parades, and group bonfires. It operates with a traditional summer-camp atmosphere.

Are Pets Allowed at Balsam Cove Campground?

Balsam Cove Campground allows 2 pets per site with no breed restrictions. Pets must be leashed and cleaned up after. A pet fee applies.

Frequently Asked Questions About Balsam Cove Campground

What types of sites does Balsam Cove Campground offer?

Balsam Cove Campground offers 120 total sites, including spaces for RVs, tent camping areas, and cabin rentals.

Does Balsam Cove Campground have WiFi?

Balsam Cove Campground does not provide WiFi internet service, encouraging a more traditional, unplugged camping experience.

What is there to do at Balsam Cove Campground?

Activities include swimming, fishing, and boating on Toddy Pond, with kayak, canoe, and pontoon boat rentals. The property has a playground, sports courts, and hosts events like hayrides and themed weekends.

How far is Balsam Cove Campground from Acadia National Park?

The campground is approximately 22 miles from the main entrance to Acadia National Park, a drive of about 40 minutes.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in time is 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Can I rent a boat at the campground?

Yes, Balsam Cove Campground rents kayaks, canoes, fishing boats, and pontoon boats by the hour or day for use on Toddy Pond.

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