Camp Ferncrest

Coastal Forest Glamping at the Edge of Acadia

Coastal forest glamping is the perfect phrase to evoke how Camp Ferncrest fuses woodland serenity and seaside drama into one immersive escape. Nestled in Sedgwick, Maine, just about 50 minutes from Bar Harbor and the sweeping cliffs of Acadia National Park, Ferncrest offers a modern glamping basecamp from which adventurers and dreamers alike can explore, rest, and reconnect.

Under towering pines and near the salty breath of the Atlantic, these domes feel like private cocoons in motion—windows framing forest light, interiors warm and elegant, and optional outdoor touches such as fire pits or private hot tubs setting the tone for a cinematic pause.

The Setting & Experience

Ferncrest’s Acadia location sits on former blueberry lands in Sedgwick, Maine, offering a launchpad into coastal mountain beauty and forested calm. The location is designed to deliver “digital escapism”—a place to disconnect from screens and reconnect to stars, stories, hushed treetops, and sea-scented breezes.

Acadia is just up the coast, with iconic trails like Beehive, Jordan Pond, or Cadillac Mountain’s sunrise vantage. On the local side, Sargentville and nearby forest preserves offer quieter trail loops (Peter’s Brook, Harriman Point) and coastal vantage points less known to the tourist crowd.

Guests can wander blueberry fields, explore harbor towns like Stonington or Blue Hill, dine on fresh lobster rolls, or drive the Park Loop Road in golden light. By day, Maine’s coast and forest seduce; by night, the sky above Ferncrest domes bursts with constellations.

Adventures and Ways to Play

If you’re chasing experience over just “a stay,” Ferncrest’s location is tailor-made for itineraries that combine coast, forest, and altitude.

• Sunrise on Cadillac Mountain — Start your day with unmatched panorama above the Atlantic.

• Cliffside hikes & dramatic trails — Trails like the Beehive, Precipice, or Ocean Path deliver Maine’s rugged spirit.

• Park Loop Drive & scenic overlooks — Let the journey between stops be part of the magic.

• Lighthouse visits & coastal walks — Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse, Schoodic Peninsula, and hidden coves beckon.

• Blueberry foraging & farm-to-table moments — Because this land once was blueberry fields, and the flavor of Maine threads into the stay.

• Quiet trail loops near camp — Peter’s Brook, Harriman Point trails, local forest walks near Sargentville let you slip into solitude.

• Starlit nights, fire-pit stories, star photography — When the lights dim and the world contracts to fire glow and sky glow.

These adventures compound: you return to your dome as both witness and intimate of Maine’s wild poetry.

Why We Love It

At Atlas + Wild, we’re drawn to places that redefine connection — to nature, to stillness, and to wonder. Camp Ferncrest captures our brand’s essence perfectly. It’s not just luxury for luxury’s sake; it’s intentional luxury that leaves space for awe.

Here, architecture doesn’t compete with the landscape — it listens to it. Every stay feels like a dialogue between design and wilderness, crafted for those who crave something beyond the ordinary. This is where curated travel meets the wild, and where adventure becomes art.

Presale, Phase & Launch Notes

Ferncrest Acadia is relatively new in the Ferncrest portfolio and has been opening phases in stages. In fact, community discussions around permitting and neighbor concerns were part of the local launch narrative—residents voiced questions about water use, density, and development, though the project proceeded with planning board approval.

In their seasonal announcements, Ferncrest highlights that dome inventory is limited (especially in autumn), and they push early booking for peak weekends. As of their “Acadia in the Fall” page, they emphasize that openings fill fast and the domes combine comfort, climate control, linens, towels, bath amenities, fire pits, and wifi.

If there is a specific presale discount or upcoming expansion (e.g. new domes, wellness amenities), I can try to dig deeper or you might check their newsletter or email announcements for first-to-know deals.

Quick Facts

Location: Sedgwick, Maine — near Acadia National Park
Elevation: Coastal forest terrain with sea-view ridges
Accommodations: Geodesic domes and select tent sites
Property Size: 17 acres of pine forest and blueberry fields
Amenities: King-size beds, luxury linens, firepits, private decks, climate control, Wi-Fi
Nearby Adventures: Acadia National Park, Blue Hill Bay kayaking, Beehive Trail, Bass Harbor Lighthouse, Sargentville Preserve hikes
Seasonal Operation: Spring – Late Fall
Upcoming Expansion: Additional domes and wellness deck planned

The Essence of Ferncrest

Camp Ferncrest is where design meets wilderness—where you can hear waves while wrapped in warmth, and wake to fog curling through the trees. It’s an invitation to slow down, breathe deeply, and remember that nature doesn’t need perfection—it only asks presence. If Maine has a soul, it lives somewhere between those pines and that sea. Ferncrest gives you the rare chance to stay there awhile.

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