Camping cabins near Center Lovell, Maine are situated in the foothills of the White Mountains, with elevations ranging from 400 to 900 feet above sea level. This region experiences warm summer days with cooler evenings, typically 15-20°F lower than daytime temperatures. Most campgrounds in this area remain open from mid-May through mid-October, with peak fall foliage typically occurring during the first two weeks of October.
What to do
River activities: 30-minute drive to Saco River from most Center Lovell cabin sites. At Eastern Slope Camping Area, the Sandy beaches provide excellent swimming spots. "The beaches along the Saco river is awesome but they took away the cliff jumps and put boulders there. I think the rope swings are still there," shares a regular visitor.
Hiking options: Multiple difficulty levels within 15-45 minutes of Center Lovell cabins. Moose Brook State Park Campground offers trails directly from the camping area. "Lots of trails for biking and hiking. Great shaded sites, very clean! Sites were private and staff were friendly and welcoming," reports one camper who appreciated the easy access.
Fishing spots: Early morning best at Long Lake access points. Bass and trout are common catches during summer months. "Long Lake, Maine. Some lakeside sites. Lots of wooded sites with easy access to the lake," notes a visitor who enjoyed the fishing opportunities at lakeside cabin sites.
What campers like
Privacy levels: Wooded sites offer more seclusion than waterfront locations. At Lakeside Pines Campground, cabin options vary. "The lake is gorgeous. Rocks make direct access to the water from the site difficult, but there is a beach for water access not too far away," explains one camper about the waterfront options.
Water features: Multiple swimming areas available at most cabin campgrounds. Jellystone Park™ Glen Ellis offers unique water recreation. "Located between the Ellis River and the Saco River, this campground offers so many fantastic amenities. One of the biggest ones that we took lots of advantage of is the swimming and tubing on the Saco River," shares a visitor.
Evening activities: Programmed events scheduled throughout summer season. "They had a potluck dinner on Sunday, so nice to sit and talk with other campers as well as the owners!" reports one camper about their Memorial Day weekend at nearby cabin facilities.
What you should know
Reservation timing: Book 3-6 months ahead for peak summer weekends in cabin accommodations. Holiday weekends fill completely by February for most locations.
Bear activity: Proper food storage required at several campgrounds with cabin rentals. "There were 2 active bears while we were there. They circled our camper at night. It was incredible to watch. Of course we never left any food out!" notes a camper who stayed at Jellystone Park.
Check-in procedures: Most cabins available after 3pm with specific key pickup instructions. "The campground is gated and you are given an access card," explains a visitor at White Birches Camping Park, where they require a deposit for key access.
Tips for camping with families
Activity planning: Daily scheduled events during summer season at family-oriented cabin campgrounds. "Tuesday trivia, Wednesday beach party, Thursday dance party, and Friday karaoke- the latter being the most fun! There are so many things for kids to do throughout as well, there's very little time for down time or boredom!!" shares a family who returns annually.
Camp store essentials: Stock up on frequently forgotten items before arrival. "They have a nice pool and lake. We tie dyed as an activity as a family and in turn had a great souvenir to bring home," mentions a family who enjoyed the organized activities.
Site selection strategy: Request sites away from roads for families with small children. At Covered Bridge, "Sites are large and level. Many large trees created a lot of shade. A large wooden shelter stood over our picnic table, with a decent amount of space next to it for tents or a small camper."
Tips from RVers
Electrical considerations: Voltage fluctuations possible during peak usage periods. Bring surge protectors for sensitive electronics if staying in a cabin with electrical hookups.
Site access limitations: Narrow roads at some campgrounds restrict larger vehicles. "The road in for RVs is not terrific. There is about a 1/2 mile that is mostly one lane (with a drop off on one side) and if someone is coming decisions have to be made," warns a camper about access to certain cabin areas.
Height restrictions: Covered bridges limit access to some campgrounds. "Covered bridge has 7.9' height restriction from the main scenic highway. We had to go out to Conway and drive back in," notes a visitor who needed to find an alternative route to their destination.
