Duck Harbor Campground
The campground is closed for the season. It opens June 19 and operates through October 5. Reservations are required via Recreation.gov; all sites for the 2026 season were released April 1 at 10am ET. There is no potable water at the campground. Boat service to Duck Harbor is limited at the beginning and end of the season.
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 13 at 10:08AM EDT until June 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Gray ME
* WHAT...Warm air temperatures in the 80s to low 90s may cause people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water temperatures in the upper 50s to around 60 degrees. * WHERE...In Maine, Coastal York, Coastal Cumberland, Sagadahoc, Lincoln, Knox and Coastal Waldo Counties. In New Hampshire, Coastal Rockingham County. * WHEN...From 8 AM EDT this morning through this evening. * IMPACTS...The cold water temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia to anyone immersed in the water. When the water temperature is below 60 degrees, the average submerged person could lose dexterity within minutes and be unable to accomplish simple tasks. Anyone on boats or paddlecraft should use extreme caution to avoid this threat.
From Recreation.gov
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.
About
Duck Harbor Campground offers one of the most remote camping experiences in Acadia National Park. Located on Isle au Haut, a rugged island six miles long and two miles wide off the coast of Stonington, Maine, the campground is inaccessible by car and can only be reached via the Isle au Haut mailboat or private vessel. The five campsites each feature a lean-to shelter (8 feet tall, 12.5 feet wide, 8 feet deep) with a roof and wooden floor, providing protection from the elements. The island provides opportunities to explore rocky shorelines, wooded uplands, marshes, bogs, and a mile-long freshwater lake. Hiking trails offer views of rocky cliffs and coastal scenery. The remoteness ensures a quiet, contemplative camping experience. Campers should come prepared for primitive conditions. There is no potable water at the campground; a hand pump with non-potable water is located 1,600 feet from the shelters. All trash must be packed out. Pets are prohibited. Maximum stay is three nights, and campers are limited to one visit per calendar year. Reservations are required and highly competitive, released April 1st at 10am ET for the entire season.
Directions
Isle au Haut is inaccessible by car. Take the Isle au Haut mailboat from Stonington, Maine. From the north, take I-95 to Bangor, then I-395 to Brewer, then Route 15 south to Stonington. From the south, take I-95 or I-295 to Augusta, then Route 3 to Belfast, then Route 15 to Stonington. Check with Isle au Haut Boat Services for the ferry schedule; direct service to Duck Harbor Landing operates mid-June through late September.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (207) 335-5551 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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