Cabin rental options around Bridgton, Maine are available from late spring through early fall. Most accommodations sit within a 15-mile radius of town. The surrounding Oxford County terrain features rolling hills at approximately 400 feet elevation with numerous lakes that create microclimates around the water bodies. These waterways affect overnight temperatures, especially in spring and fall when temperature swings can exceed 30 degrees.
What to do
Tubing on the Saco River: A popular activity accessible from Eastern Slope Camping Area where visitors can put tubes in near the pavilion area and float back to the beach. According to a camper, "We loved this campground! We had a large site in the back corner, and stayed with our friends in a tent on just one site! The river is really great, you can take a short walk to the pavilion and put a tube in and float the river back around to the beach area. We did it 4 times!"
Lake activities at Loon's Haven: Trickey Pond at Loon's Haven Family Campground offers exceptional water clarity. A visitor noted, "We had a wonderful time. The site we had was perfect and the campground is immaculate. Trickey pond is extremely clean and beautiful." The pond supports fishing, swimming, and non-motorized boating.
Mini golf and organized recreation: Papoose Pond Family Campground and Cabins runs structured activities throughout summer. According to a reviewer, "Pond with rentals, pool, mini golf, daily activities, crafts....so family friendly. Love the half moon and kitchen and bath sites." Activities typically run from mid-morning through early evening during peak season.
What campers like
Private wooded sites: Many cabins near Bridgton offer separation between units. A visitor to Lakeside Pines Campground wrote, "Even when the campground is full, it never really feels crowded. There are two great beaches on Long Lake, the staff and fellow campers are always friendly! We look forward to this trip every year." Wooded sites provide natural shade during summer months.
Clean facilities: The bathhouses and common areas receive regular maintenance throughout the season. A camper at Naples Campground noted, "Grounds are well maintained and it's location is close to the action if you want to rent boat/jet ski. Kids loved the water slides, crafts and pool. We'll go back for sure!" Most facilities are cleaned at least twice daily during peak season.
Wildlife watching opportunities: Early mornings offer the best chance to see local wildlife. As one reviewer at Lakeside Pines observed, "Loons loons everywhere. Lots of wildlife. Good facilities. Full hookups for boondockers. Dump station, bath house, laundry facilities, and fire pits throughout campsites. Narrow driving lanes for inexperienced campers."
What you should know
Seasonal operation limitations: Most rental cabins only operate during warmer months. Point Sebago Resort runs from "May 1 to October 31" with highest availability mid-June through August. Shoulder seasons often feature reduced staffing and limited amenities.
Varied policies for pets: Review pet policies before booking cabin accommodations. As one visitor to Naples Campground reported, "The owners were dog breed prejudice. There was a whole paper full of rules if you brought a pet." Some facilities charge additional cleaning fees for pet-friendly units.
Reservation timing considerations: Book early for premium waterfront locations. A camper at Two Lakes Camping shared, "We had a few sites scattered over the campground for the weekend and had an overall...interesting time. Getting into your site with a camper requires maneuvering no matter how you come into the campground." Most facilities begin accepting peak season reservations 6-12 months in advance.
Tips for camping with families
Age-appropriate activities: Acres of Wildlife Family Campground offers multiple recreation areas for different age groups. A family reported, "A must! This camp ground is FULL of fun for kids. There is activities and 2/3 playgrounds. We went 2019 and It was tragic we were cancelled due to corona virus this year." Most playgrounds are designed for ages 5-12.
Safety considerations: Many waterfront cabins near Bridgton require parent supervision. A camper noted, "This campground had friendly staff. The Arcade was dated and empty. No activities when we were there. The play ground was a little tikes plastic play structure. The Beack looked more like a boat launch and was similar in size. The swimming area was raked and the bottom was sandy."
Rental equipment availability: Many facilities offer boats and recreation equipment for children. As one visitor to Acres of Wildlife observed, "I was wary of camping in a family campground, but now that we have two kids, it seemed like an easy way to tire the kids out while still getting a big dose of ourdoor time. They had three (!!) playgrounds, a swimming lake, kayaks, canoes, paddleboats, tie-dying, a great camp store."
Tips from RVers
Site access challenges: Some older cabin rental facilities have tight roads. A camper at Saco River Camping Area noted, "I was nervous when we arrived and the site layout. Seemed so close. The staff and guests at the this campground were so incredibly nice. People to our left and the ones behind us were annual vistors to this campground." Many campgrounds built before the 1990s have narrower roads designed for smaller RVs.
Hookup locations: Plan for variable utility placement at cabin sites. According to a visitor at Acres of Wildlife, "Be sure to bring extensions for electrical and sewer as a lot of sites are set up with difficult connection spots. Relatively level sites, long dirt road to get to is a bit of a problem." Extension cords of at least 25 feet are recommended.
Seasonal site availability: Many campgrounds near Bridgton offer both short-term and seasonal options. A camper observed, "Loons Haven family campground has nice views of this quiet pond. Quiet campground with great campsite amenities. Has bathhouses which were clean. Lots of sites rented all summer. Great place to explore the area from."
