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Bangor/Holden KOA
Overview
The Bangor/Holden KOA offers a serene, wooded escape in the heart of Maine. Known as a welcoming gateway to the Downeast region, this park provides a classic camping atmosphere combined with modern conveniences. Whether you are arriving for a long weekend or using it as a base for coastal exploration, the park provides a peaceful forested environment that feels miles away from the hustle, yet remains remarkably accessible for large rigs. The park is characterized by its towering trees and a community-oriented vibe that makes every traveler feel at home.
Location & Surroundings
Located just off Route 1A in Holden, the park is ideally positioned between the city of Bangor and the rugged coast. The surrounding area is defined by lush Maine woodlands and rolling hills. Travelers enjoy the convenience of being near urban services like shopping, groceries, and dining in Bangor while staying in a location that prioritizes a quiet, natural aesthetic. This park serves as a strategic midpoint for those traveling toward the Atlantic shoreline, offering a secluded atmosphere without being isolated from essential supplies.
Amenities & Park Features
Guests have access to a variety of high-quality facilities designed for comfort and recreation. The park features a refreshing seasonal swimming pool and a well-maintained KampK9 dog park for those traveling with four-legged companions. For convenience, the campground offers spacious pull-thru sites with 50-amp service, a modern laundry facility, and a snack bar that frequently serves hot breakfast or pizza. The inclusion of a playground and bike rentals ensures that younger travelers have plenty of ways to stay active during their stay.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
A major draw for visitors is the proximity to Acadia National Park, located less than an hour’s drive away. Additionally, the historic city of Bangor offers unique sights such as the iconic Paul Bunyan Statue and the scenic Penobscot River waterfront. For a bit of local history and breathtaking views, the Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory is a short drive from the park, providing one of the most unique vantage points in the entire state of Maine for photographers and nature lovers alike.
Who This Park Is Best For
This KOA is an excellent choice for family vacationers seeking a structured environment with plenty of activities for children. It also highly appeals to road trippers who want a reliable, high-standard stopover while touring the Maine coast. Because of its quiet atmosphere and spacious wooded lots, it is ideal for those who prefer traditional RV camping experiences without sacrificing the modern amenities that make a long-distance road trip more comfortable and convenient.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Discounts
- Facility
- Internet
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Helen Heldt
We stayed for one week. The sites are very spacious and ours was level. The bathroom and laundry room are clean. The staff is friendly. We enjoyed our stay. Only complaint is the massive pothole as you exit the campground. Makes it difficult to pull Out into traffic and not good for vehicles and RV's to bounce through. KOA, how about filling it up with gravel???
Inez Tardiff
Service was great. Didn't stay there but needed propane late at night and they opened to accommodate us. We are so Grateful to the kind staff. Came back days later for a refill. All the staff was kind and welcoming
Kelly and Connie
The campsite was fine, The pull through is a little short. There were many permanent campers. The showers I just been remodeled but one stall had no warm water and the other had the shower curtain to fall off. I fixed one side so I could take a shower. I think for the most part the sites are level.
L. T. Forward
We have been staying at this KOA for almost ten years and it has changed for the worse once the owner sold it to a big company to run under the KOA name still. This campground used to be fun and have a great mix of people (seasonal, locals, out of state people, tourists). But not anymore! It is mostly seasonal rentals and employees that live in campers that all have a click and seem to run off anyone they don't like. We hadn't even unhooked our camper yet and they come running up to us saying our 14 year old is riding his bike without a helmet on. We have stayed here almost a dozen times and never had helmets for the kids even when they were 5 years old. They yell at the kids and have cameras all over the park if they see the kids out after dark. The pool was so cold could not go in it even in August. We had a nice site but too close to the road and the traffic was heard all day and night. They also try to make it like you have to pay extra to lock in your site or reserve right away on line they are almost full. What a scam! We paid extra for a patio site and to hold it and the campground was almost empty the whole 6 days we stayed there. We probably had over 50 sites we could have chosen for less $. My three kids wanted to leave the campground within the first 24 hours there they hated the changes so bad. The nice ice cream store closed down. They don't make hot food options anymore. And the store/ office closes at 5pm! That is unheard of at a KOA. At least 7 or 8 pm at most campgrounds. This campground would only be good for adults passing thru to hook up and sleep for one night now. We saw most of the seasonal people we talked to have already left or want to find another campground because they don't like it there anymore either. This campground will be a 50+ member only campground soon. If you stayed here years ago when Chris and his wife ran this campground and loved the place then you will be disappointed now. I would have Chris's attitude any day over this old folk run click campground now.
Melly Thayer
Stayed here overnight in one of the Domes and I’ve just got to say this is one of the cleanest and most well put together campgrounds I’ve ever been to. The staff was absolutely wonderful, the Dome was very comfortable and even had a small AC unit in it as well as mini fridge! They have events planned out that campers of all ages can enjoy, nature trails to explore, playground and jump pad for the kids, and a pool! I can’t wait until the next time we can camp here again ( it will be soon!!! )