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Sandy Pines Campground

Kennebunkport, Maine — Southern Maine Coast
$$$ · Upscale

Quick Facts

Best for:Families, Couples, Pet owners
Site type:Safari tents and cabins, plus standard sites
Season:Late spring through fall
One thing to know:An easy bike ride to the beach

Why Kennebunkport

Kennebunkport is one of Maine’s favorite coastal destinations, known for Shingle-style Sea Captain’s Mansions along Ocean Avenue, the bustling shops and restaurants of Dock Square, and beaches like Goose Rocks and Gooch’s. The town sits less than 30 miles south of Portland, with the Kennebunk River dividing it from neighboring Kennebunk.

Sandy Pines gives guests a genuinely well-run coastal Maine basecamp with real range of accommodations, close enough to bike to the beach without needing a car for every trip.

What Makes It Special

  • Location: Kennebunkport, on Maine’s southern coast
  • Setting: Coastal, family-friendly, an easy bike ride to the beach
  • Site type: Safari tents and cabins, plus standard sites
  • Amenities: Pool, playground, bike/kayak/paddleboard rentals, short ride to the beach, pet-friendly
  • Recreation: Water activities and beach access

Pro Tips for Booking

Rent a bike for the ride to the beach. It’s a genuinely easy, scenic way to get there without needing a car.

Bring the dog. The property is pet-friendly, a real plus for pet owners.

Walk Dock Square in the evening. Shops, galleries, and waterfront restaurants make for a relaxed after-dinner stroll.

What to Do Around Here

  • Goose Rocks Beach, a favorite family-friendly stretch of sand
  • Dock Square’s shops, galleries, and restaurants
  • Walker’s Point and the scenic Ocean Avenue walk
  • Whale watching and lobster boat tours from the harbor
  • Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge for a nature walk

N&C Verdict

A genuinely well-run coastal Maine campground with real range — safari tents, private cabins, and standard sites. An easy bike ride to the beach and a pool on-site make it a strong family pick near Kennebunkport.
Pool
Pet-Friendly
Beach Access

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