Camping cabins near Biddeford, Maine provide convenient access to the southern Maine coast while offering woodland retreat settings. Located in York County, Biddeford sits at the mouth of the Saco River with average summer temperatures ranging 70-80°F and cooler 60-70°F temperatures during spring and fall camping seasons. Most cabin rental options in the region remain open from early May through mid-October with highest availability during shoulder seasons.
What to do
Explore Eastern Trail: Located near Wild Duck Adult Campground, this multi-use gravel path offers excellent biking and walking opportunities. According to one camper, "It is within a mile of the Audubon center office, where you can either put in your own kayak/canoe or rent one."
Kayaking opportunities: Wild Acres Tent & Trailer Park features water access for paddlers. A visitor notes, "There is a small waterway that leads right out to some tidal rivers that go to the ocean, great for kayaking and fishing. Beautiful wooded sites with sunrises over the marshes."
Visit Old Orchard Beach: Paradise Park Resort provides shuttle service to the beach and pier. One camper shares, "Walking distance to Old Orchard Beach, this campground has something for everyone... A shuttle will take you to the town beach or you can walk/ride bikes the .25 miles."
What campers like
Adult-only environments: Wild Duck Adult Campground & RV Park caters to campers seeking quieter settings. A visitor mentioned, "This adult only campground is peaceful and quiet, with the sounds of birds and the trees being the main thing you hear - it is quite relaxing."
Heated pools in shoulder seasons: Bayley's Camping Resort maintains heated water amenities for comfortable use during cooler weather. According to one review, "There is a kids pool and a pool for the adults only w/bar. A pond for fishing, there are kayaks etc... Shower throughout and I might add very clean."
Quality cabin accommodations: Red Apple Campground offers comfortable rental options with amenities. A camper notes, "Every site has water and electric hookups, a fire pit, and picnic table. Price was a little high, but the location was great and the amenities made it a very worthwhile trip!"
What you should know
Seasonal crowds vary significantly: Old Orchard Beach Campground experiences different crowd levels throughout the season. One camper observed, "We visited in the off-season but can only image the park gets pretty busy especially in the front section where the swimming pool, arcade, camp store, and other activities are located."
Site privacy considerations: While evaluating cabin options, privacy levels differ greatly between properties. At Hemlock Grove Campground, a visitor remarked, "Cozy forested campground, felt private despite having neighbors. Conveniently located and safe."
Mosquito preparation essential: Some wooded campgrounds require extra insect protection. A camper at Hemlock Grove warned, "The mosquitoes were pesky so bring repellent. There is a good food truck right here and a little camp store. Convenient to Kennebunkport and restaurants."
Tips for camping with families
Paddle boat options: Paradise Park offers water recreation suitable for families. A visitor shares, "This campground is very cute, oriented to families and couples. There are multiple pools and playgrounds. One pool has a hot tub for kids. There's also paddleboats available to rent."
Entertainment schedules: Old Orchard Beach Campground provides organized activities throughout the season. A camper notes, "When the summer season is in full swing, there is lots to do in the campground and at the nearby Atlantic Ocean beach... lots of amenities like basketball court, Wiffle ball field, horseshoes, badminton, playgrounds, arcade, swimming pools."
Trolley transportation: Consider using trolley services instead of moving vehicles. One visitor to Wild Acres RV Resort mentioned, "There is a trolley that will take you from the campground to the beach so you don't have to deal with parking."
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: Sandy Pines Campground offers various site types with different features. An RVer advised, "While I love having all the amenities, I think we would have enjoyed one of the electric only sites closer to the Marsh."
Shoulder season benefits: Several campgrounds offer better experiences during non-peak times. At Wild Acres RV Resort, a camper observed, "We love going in the fall to enjoy the leaves and sit in the hot tubs. The location is close to OOB and easy to get around."
Site surfaces vary: At Paradise Park Resort, an experienced RVer noted, "Some sites have gravel patios so be careful what you choose if you want grass. The kayak/paddle board, canoe launch is great because the river is impounded so you never have to worry about the tide going out while you are paddling."