Sandy Pines Campground, an upscale glamping resort in Kennebunkport, Maine, is scheduled for foreclosure auction this coming Thursday, March 5, following financial difficulties and a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing by its operating company.
The 46-acre property includes 268 sites featuring RV spaces (70 available), safari tents, cottages, A-frames, a saltwater pool and a general store.
Prices for a week RV stay in June for two adults, two children and a pet are advertised from between about $80 to $130 per night.
According to its website, “Camping at Sandy Pines Campground offers a relaxing respite in a tranquil part of coastal Kennebunkport, Maine. Glamping tents and structures, as well as tent and RV sites, are tucked into a secluded beach forest, bordered by a salt marsh, and enhanced by water views and salty breezes.
“Minutes from Goose Rocks Beach and Dock Square, our Maine campground is the ideal summer vacation destination for those who want to return to nature.”
Despite the pending auction, ownership has indicated it hopes to continue normal operations for the 2026 camping season while working toward a resolution.
What this means for RVers
For RVers with 2026 reservations, uncertainty is the biggest concern. While the campground may open as planned, a change in ownership could potentially affect:
• Existing reservations and deposits
• Seasonal site agreements
• Rates and cancellation policies
• Planned improvements or amenities
Travelers planning Maine summer trips—especially those drawn to nearby Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge and Goose Rocks Beach, may want to monitor developments closely and consider backup options in the region.
Foreclosure auctions don’t necessarily mean closure. In many cases, campgrounds continue operating under new ownership with little disruption. However, peak-season demand in coastal Maine is strong, and alternative RV parks may fill quickly if uncertainty lingers.
For now, Sandy Pines remains on the calendar for 2026, but RVers should stay flexible and keep an eye on updates.
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The campground owners have filed for bankruptcy to avoid a foreclosure auction. Unfortunately all of the news articles are behind a paywall.
The economics of an RV park and the nightly cost are too high, for the average RV’er at this park! Similar to rental apartments, when you reach turn over per year of 20% tenants, you’re priced just right. Either the property tax or the cost of operations has driven this RV park to failure. The location may be right, but the customers can’t afford these high prices.
Thank you for the news, RV Travel. Their posted rates (per this article) are higher than we typically entertain. Our trip to Maine and the Canadian Maritime Provinces is delayed a year, so this adjustment in this campground may conclude ahead of our trip. Likely, though, we’ll be more likely to be elsewhere when passing through this area. Have a great day and safe travels!