Cobscook Bay State Park RV & Campground Guide
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Let this coastal state park in Downeast Maine captivate you with its rugged beauty and unique tidal patterns. Spanning 888 acres, Cobscook Bay State Park is home to eagles, otters, seals, and other wildlife, making it a prime spot for viewing animals in their natural habitat. Perhaps its most striking feature is the mercurial tides, which can rise to 28 feet. The park also houses more than 200 species of birds, including the state's largest concentration of American bald eagles. Whatever your reason for visiting, Cobscook Bay State Park, near Dennysville, Maine, offers solitude and wonder in a pristine natural landscape.
Nearby cities:
Dennysville, ME
Edmunds, ME
Whiting, ME
Lubec, ME
Spring 19-63 F
Summer 49-77 F
Fall 27-69 F
Winter 6-34 F
RV Resorts & Campsites in Cobscook Bay State Park
Campground Accommodations
Cobscook Bay State Park Campground
Water hookup: No
Electrical hookup: No
Sewer hookup: No
Wi-Fi: No
Pet-friendly: Yes
Max RV length: 40ft
Other amenities: Restrooms, showers, potable water, picnic shelters, picnic tables, playground, dump station, ADA-compliant campsites
Cobscook Bay State Park Campground
The park’s campground has over 100 spacious, secluded campsites that offer excellent views of Cobscook Bay. Feel the breeze coming off the water, watch the tide ebb and flow, and gaze at the bright shining stars each night. Note that there are no hookups, although the grounds are well-kept and scenic. Rates are $20-35 per night.
Water hookup: No
Electrical hookup: No
Sewer hookup: No
Wifi: No
Pet friendly: Yes
Other amenities: Showers, playground, picnic area, boat launch, hiking, wildlife watching, kayaking, canoeing, dumping station
Sunset Point RV Park
This campground overlooks picturesque Johnson Bay on the easternmost part of Maine. There are 30 RV campsites with electrical and water hookups as well as cable TV. This spot is perfect if you’re looking for a less remote campsite with a friendly community and plentiful group activities. Rates are $35 per night.
Water hookup: Yes
Electrical hookup: Yes
Sewer hookup: No
Wifi: Yes
Pet friendly: Yes
Other amenities: Showers, flush toilets, cable TV, laundromat, boat launch, convenience store, dumping station
What to Do at
Cobscook Bay State Park
If you enjoy rugged natural landscapes and outdoor activities, you'll fall in love with Cobscook Bay State Park. You can hike along the meandering rocky coast and go clamming or crabbing when the tide is low. Anglers will relish the fishing opportunities. The bay's nutrient-dense water and unique tides make it a great place to catch mackerel, flounder, pollock, and striped bass.
Inside Cobscook Bay State Park
Whether you want an exciting trip filled with outdoor fun or a low-key weekend filled with serenity and solitude, Cobscook Bay State Park is the place for you. Visitors can relax and disconnect (sometimes literally!) while experiencing nature in a beautiful, idyllic setting — whether that’s hiking trails, kayaking in the ocean, or collecting clams along the shore.
Here are more details on popular activities at the park:
Hiking - The park’s two hiking trails are ideal for visitors of any age and fitness ability. The Nature Trail is a one-mile path that winds through forestlands and features two scenic outlooks of Whiting Bay and Burnt Cove. The Shore Trail is a 0.75-mile path that runs along the shoreline before looping back through the woods.
Wildlife Watching - Cobscook Bay is home to many different species of wildlife, including over 200 birds who frequent the area. Enjoy watching birds as they run along the shore and dive for fish in the Bay or head into the forested areas to try to spot bald eagles and other woodland critters.
Boating - The park offers a boat launch for visitors who have their own kayak or canoe, as well as experience navigating fast-moving tides. Launch your boat into the Bay and admire the beauty of the Bay and Maine’s incredible coastline — just pay attention to the tides!
Fishing
Water feeds into the bay from the Gulf of Maine, making Cobscook Bay State Park a prime location for saltwater fishing. Fish and other marine wildlife are abundant in the bay's water. You'll find striped bass, shad, flounder, pollock, mackerel, alewives, and Atlantic salmon.
Geocaching
If you enjoy geocaching, you're in luck. You can search for caches at Cobscook Bay State Park with one caveat: you must do so during the summer season. Once fall and winter roll around, the park service removes caches for refurbishing.
Nature Watching
Whether you love sea life or land animals, Cobscook Bay State Park is filled with interesting animals to observe. The bay itself provides views that change with the tides. You can also venture into forested areas away from the bay for birdwatching.
Stargazing
This park is one of the best stargazing spots in Maine. It has a very low level of light pollution. It's such a good spot for viewing the stars that the Downeast Amateur Astronomers hold their annual Maine State Star Party here.
Flora
When exploring the park trails, you will wind through hickory, maple, and pine trees. The forest floor and meadow areas support many types of ferns, mosses, and flowing plants, such as irises and wild strawberries. If you keep your eyes peeled, you may even spot jack-in-the-pulpits, which are an endangered species.
Hiking
There are two trails at Cobscook Bay State Park. They're easy treks, making them great for people of all ages. The Nature Trail is a little over a mile through wooded areas with views of the bay. A graveled path provides a way back to the start of the trail. The Shore Trail follows a short loop that winds through the woods to the park's boat ramp.
Boating
There's plenty of excellent kayaking and canoeing on the bay. However, because of the unique and quickly changing tides at this park, it's best to be cautious on the water. If you're not an experienced paddler, consider heading out on the water with someone who is.
Swimming
You can swim in the bay during the summer season. Always be mindful of the park's tides, and keep in mind that the water can be chilly even during the height of summer.
How to Get to
Cobscook Bay State Park
To get to Cobscook Bay State Park, you'll drive along U.S. Route 1. Follow the highway until you reach Edmunds, Maine. There will be park signs that mark the turnoff for South Edmunds Road. Once you're on South Edmunds, the park entrance is on the right.
Entering Cobscook Bay State Park
Once you've entered, there are places to park on the north side of the bay. You'll also find spaces near the ranger station, along the coast, and near the boat launch.
Day passes to Cobscook Bay State Park cost $4 for Maine residents and $6 for non-residents. The cost of staying at the campground is $20 for residents. Non-residents pay $30.
Day Passes (for Residents) : $4.0
Day Passes (for Non-residents) : $6.0
Like much of Maine, Cobscook Bay State Park is rich with opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. The primary attraction is the coastline and the bay itself, but the park has many adventures to discover.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cobscook Bay State Park
The best time to visit the park is from May through October when it's open for camping. If you'd like to avoid bugs, there are fewer flies and mosquitoes in the park beginning in late August. Alternatively, if you're interested in migrating shorebirds, you might want to visit at the end of August or the beginning of September.
At Cobscook Bay State Park, you'll find marine life as well as animals like bears. Shorebirds, including egrets and black ducks, frequent the bay. A variety of fish live in the bay's waters along with shellfish. In the forest, you'll find birds, rabbits, and deer.
Yes. Cobscook Bay State Park has 106 spots that are suitable for RVs. The camping areas are large and secluded from one another. They each have a picnic table and a fire ring. Some have views of the bay.
You do not have to reserve a spot at Cobscook Bay State Park. However, making one is a good idea if you want a particular camping spot, such as one that overlooks the bay.
Feel free to bring your pets to Cobscook Bay State Park. If you do, keep them leashed, and note that you are expected to clean up after them.
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