Portage by Northern Stay · New Brunswick

Camping in New Brunswick

28 campgrounds across New Brunswick — private operators across every region of the province, plus 7 verified Portage partners that book directly online.

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Camping in New Brunswick

New Brunswick's camping geography centres on three coastlines — the Acadian Coast on the north and east, the Bay of Fundy on the south, and the Saint John River Valley running through the interior — plus the inland salmon rivers of the Miramichi and Restigouche. Private campgrounds cluster along the Acadian beaches (Shediac, Bouctouche, Kouchibouguac's edge), around Fundy National Park and the Bay of Fundy, and along the Miramichi for fishing-focused operators.

Season runs mid-May to early October, with the warmest ocean water in Canada on the Northumberland Strait through July and August. Fundy National Park sites release at midnight EST on January 1 each year for the coming summer — one of the more aggressive reservation calendars in the country. Lobster festivals along the Acadian Coast (notably Shediac in early July) drive sharp short-window demand at nearby campgrounds.

Know before you go

Season
Mid-May to early October. Coastal NB peaks in July-August.
Regions
Acadian Coast, Bay of Fundy, Saint John River Valley, Miramichi River, Acadian Peninsula.
Distinctive
Acadian heritage, world-record Bay of Fundy tides, Hopewell Rocks, Atlantic salmon rivers (Miramichi, Restigouche).
Must-know
Shediac/Parlee Beach books out for the lobster festival in early July. Fundy National Park sites release at midnight EST on January 1 each year for the coming summer.

Where to camp in New Brunswick

A short, neutral overview of each named region in New Brunswick. Use it to triangulate which area fits your trip; then drop into the listings below for the specific campgrounds.

Acadian Coast
The northern and eastern shore from Shediac through Bouctouche, Miramichi, and the Acadian Peninsula. Warm-water Northumberland Strait beaches; lobster festivals in early July drive sharp short-window demand.
Bay of Fundy
The southern coast, anchored by Fundy National Park, Hopewell Rocks, and the world-record Bay of Fundy tides. Sites at Fundy National Park release at midnight EST on January 1 each year.
Saint John River Valley
The interior corridor along the Saint John River, from Edmundston south through Fredericton to Saint John. Riverside provincial and private campgrounds along Highway 2.
Miramichi River
The famous Atlantic salmon river running through the centre of the province. Fishing-focused private campgrounds anchor the summer season.
Acadian Peninsula
The northern peninsula tipped by Caraquet, Shippagan, and Miscou Island. Acadian heritage sites and quieter beach camping.

Portage partners in New Brunswick

These campgrounds book directly through Portage — instant or request-to-book, with payment processed at checkout.

All campgrounds in New Brunswick

Every campground we have catalogued in New Brunswick, sorted by city. Click any listing for details, contact info, and booking options.

Frequently asked questions

How many private campgrounds are listed for New Brunswick?
Northern Stay's directory currently lists 28 campgrounds across New Brunswick, including 7 verified Portage partners with online booking. The directory covers private operators across the major regions; provincial-park and federal-park sites are reserved through the relevant government booking system.
When is the best time to camp in New Brunswick?
Mid-May to early October. Coastal NB peaks in July-August.
What makes New Brunswick distinctive for camping?
Acadian heritage, world-record Bay of Fundy tides, Hopewell Rocks, Atlantic salmon rivers (Miramichi, Restigouche).
What should I know before booking in New Brunswick?
Shediac/Parlee Beach books out for the lobster festival in early July. Fundy National Park sites release at midnight EST on January 1 each year for the coming summer.
How do I reserve provincial-park campsites?
Provincial-park reservations are handled through each province's official booking system, separate from private-campground bookings. The reservation windows, booking-fee structures, and cancellation policies vary by province; check the relevant provincial parks website for current terms.
What is Portage and how does booking work?
Portage is the booking layer for partner campgrounds in the Northern Stay network. Operators get free booking software with a 5.9% guest service fee at checkout (paid by the camper, not the operator). Bookings on partner pages are processed through Portage; non-partner directory listings link to each operator's own contact information.

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