Camping with Kids and Teenagers in Maine

Camping with kids and teenagers at Adventure Bound in Caratunk, Maine can be an exciting and memorable experience for the whole family. Adventure Bound is a youth and family focused (alcohol and smoke free) campground located in the heart of Maine’s wilderness, offering plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventure and exploration.

Here are some tips for camping with kids and teenagers at Adventure Bound in Caratunk, Maine:

Choose the right campsite
Adventure Bound offers a variety of campsites; remote group camping, tenting, and cabin tents. Camping in a cabin tent with a family can be an easy and comfortable way to enjoy the outdoors together. Cabin tents are basic wooden bunkhouses designed to provide more space and comfort than traditional camping tents, making them ideal for families with kids and teenagers. They also provide protection from the elements and no set up, just roll out your sleeping bag, making them a hassle-free option for families who want to spend more time enjoying outdoor activities and less time setting up camp. Whether you’re a seasoned camper or new to the experience, camping in a cabin tent can be a fun and convenient way to bond with your family and create lasting memories in the great outdoors.
Plan your activities
Adventure Bound offers plenty of outdoor activities for families, including whitewater rafting, hiking, indoor and outdoor rock climbing, inflatable kayaking and SUPing to float on the lower Kennebec river. Make sure to plan your activities in advance. Check the weather forecast to ensure you’re prepared for any conditions. Our most popular activity is whitewater rafting, Adventure Bound offers guided trips on the Kennebec and Dead Rivers.
Teach your kids about nature
Camping is a great opportunity to teach your kids about the natural world. Take a nature walk with your kids and teach them about the river valley and forest with a nature scavenger hunt (download pdf). Adventure Bound also offers interpretive hiking trails along the Kennebec river that connect right to the camping area. Purchase a Maine fishing license and bring your own gear to fish off the dock in the evening.
Pack appropriately
Make sure to pack everything you need for your trip, including a first aid kit, insect repellent, sunscreen, and plenty of warm clothing. Adventure Bound also has a small souvenir shop with sweatshirt and t-shirt options, candy, and s’mores supplies. If there are any last-minute items you may have forgotten, up the road is Berry’s general store, and 30 minutes south is Jimmy’s market. About an hour south is Walmart along withother stores in Skowhegan. Download a packing list HERE!
Take advantage of campground amenities
No one can say “I’m bored”!! Adventure Bound offers a variety of amenities for families, including a volleyball court, basketball court, 9 hole disc golf, 4′ foot outdoor pool, hot tub and more! The campground also has a game room, WiFi in the activity center, and a campfire area where you can gather with other campers for s’mores.
Leave the cooking to us

Adventure Bound offers a variety of meal options for breakfast, lunch and dinner server in our adventure center. Or bring you own coolers and food, just as you normally would on a camping trip. Our propane grills and outdoors food tent are available for communal use. Or visit a few of the local restaurants in town such as Northern Outdoors.

Camping with kids and teenagers at Adventure Bound in Caratunk, Maine can be a fun and rewarding experience for the whole family. With a little planning and preparation, you can have an unforgettable outdoor adventure in Maine’s beautiful wilderness.