Best Cabin Camping near Durham, ME

Several cabin campgrounds provide woodsy lodging options near Durham, Maine. Freeport/Durham KOA offers basic cabins with beds, electricity and picnic tables within a family-friendly setting. Runaround Woods provides distinctive forest cabin accommodations with extras like wood-fired saunas and outdoor showers. According to one visitor, "The lodging was warm and comfortable with great views. I was able to watch the moon rise each night as I was falling asleep." Wolfe's Neck Oceanfront Campground features cabins with water views alongside their camping options, while Winslow Park offers cabin rentals with electric hookups near Freeport.

Cabins throughout the region vary from rustic one-room structures with basic amenities to more complete accommodations with kitchenettes. Most require advance reservations, especially during summer months from May through October when most campgrounds operate. Pet policies differ significantly between locations - Freeport/Durham KOA allows pets at cabin sites while Runaround Woods does not permit pets. One camper noted that Runaround Woods offers "super comfortable and cozy sleeping cabins in forest setting" with amenities like "wood-fire sauna, solar shower, cold plunge, picnic/eating space."

Most cabins include beds but typically require visitors to bring their own linens, pillows, and sleeping bags. Kitchen facilities range from basic fire rings with grates to more developed areas with picnic tables. On-site camp stores at locations like Freeport/Durham KOA provide basic supplies, firewood, and limited groceries. Visitors planning extended stays should bring sufficient food supplies or plan to drive to nearby towns for provisioning. Firewood is typically available for purchase at campground offices, with outside firewood often prohibited to protect against invasive species.

Best Cabin Sites Near Durham, Maine (69)

    1. Wolfe's Neck Oceanfront Campground

    41 Reviews
    South Freeport, ME
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 865-9307

    "Bean Flagship Store, assorted outlets shops, restaurants, grocery, etc.) and a couple of miles from Wolfe’s Neck State Park."

    "Running water spickets everywhere, nice flushing outhouses. We rented a kayaks at one point and had a great two hour kayak in a back cove and along the seashore."

    2. Winslow Park And Campground

    24 Reviews
    South Freeport, ME
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 865-4198

    $14 - $35 / night

    "A playground, basketball and volleyball courts. A nature trail and covered group picnic pavilion. A game room where children can play board games and foosball."

    "The park is located on Casco Bay in the town of Freeport(home to L.L. Bean’s flagship store{which is open 24/7} and many other outlets)."

    3. Freeport / Durham KOA

    9 Reviews
    Pownal, ME
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 688-4288

    "Kid and pet friendly. Lots of activities for kids including a flashlight candy hunt, water slide, and s’more roast."

    "There are lots of site choices, cabins, yurts, and tent sites to choose from.  The location is good as it is about 10-15 minutes far from the town of Freeport(home to L.L."

    4. Runaround Woods

    4 Reviews
    Durham, ME
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (716) 200-7376

    $70 - $130 / night

    "Super comfortable and cozy sleeping cabins in forest setting. Loved all the extras: wood-fire sauna, solar shower, cold plunge, picnic/eating space, outdoor seating spaces, games, fire pit, etc."

    "I flew out from Minnesota this December to ski in Maine. Had some good riding at Sunday River!  I really enjoyed my stay at Runaround Woods in Bobcat for three nights!"

    5. Poland Spring Campground

    8 Reviews
    West Poland, ME
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 998-2151

    $27 - $52 / night

    "The pool is nice and has a great little playground next to it. It has a very rustic feel but the facilities are clean, updated and inviting."

    "Had an amazing experience when loons took off from the far end of the lake and came in right beside and over us for a landing."

    6. Recompence Shore Campground

    3 Reviews
    South Freeport, ME
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 865-9307

    "Lake hikes. General store and food stand with ice cream. Farm tour. Nice playground. Close to shopping and restaurants in Freeport."

    "Recompense Campground, is a not only a campground, but a working educational farm located on the most beautiful Maine Coast. "

    7. Meadowbrook Camping

    10 Reviews
    Phippsburg, ME
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 443-4967

    "This is a nice campground really close (though still driving distance) to Popham Beach - which is one of the best beaches in Maine, in my opinion."

    "Fire pits are stone and awesome. We had a w/e site. The full hook up sites are in a field and close together. We preferred to be in the woods. Bring bug spray."

    8. Hermit Island Campground

    15 Reviews
    Sebasco Estates, ME
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 443-2101

    "I’ve been to nearby Popham Beach SP a few times and wanted to check out camping in the area. I’d read good things about Hermit Island."

    "Bike and hiking trails when you e had enough of the sand. No power or running water except for the bathrooms and showers. Only tents or pop up campers, wish they still took 5th wheels."

    9. Sagadahoc Bay Campground

    18 Reviews
    Phippsburg, ME
    23 miles
    Website

    $56 - $170 / night

    "It’s a wide open field, and you’re definitely next to people with no trees to separate you but the sites have plenty of space."

    "This place is charming, rustic, and beautiful scenic. Last year we stayed for 3 days and it wasn't enough, so this year we booked it for 1 week."

    10. Martin Stream Campground

    11 Reviews
    Buckfield, ME
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (207) 740-2240

    $40 - $82 / night

    "We rented a one room cabin that was perfect for two who flew in without camping gear. Fridge, coffee pot, microwave and AC."

    "We tented for two nights mid-week in 2020 and booked the cabin for Memorial Day weekend 2021. I thought we might like it less completely booked but that wasn't the case."

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Cabin Reviews near Durham, ME

452 Reviews of 69 Durham Campgrounds


  • R
    May. 17, 2021

    Freeport / Durham KOA

    Great spot, great hosts

    Kid and pet friendly. Lots of activities for kids including a flashlight candy hunt, water slide, and s’more roast. We’ve been coming back for years and the addition of a glamping tent, cabins, and domes have made it even nicer!

  • D
    Aug. 19, 2023

    Martin Stream Campground

    Three days in a cabin

    We rented a one room cabin that was perfect for two who flew in without camping gear. Fridge, coffee pot, microwave and AC. One queen bed and a bunk bed made for comfortable sleeping and a fire pit was even included. This site is located on a beautiful property and very quiet. There is also a pool and we’ll stocked store and the Zach and the staff couldn’t have been more accommodating and that’s why I gave it five stares. We will stay again if in the area and I recommend you give this place a try. Trailer or tent sites are here as well as a ‘glamming’ canvas tent for a more romantic stay. 😉

  • J
    May. 30, 2021

    Martin Stream Campground

    Second stay

    We tented for two nights mid-week in 2020 and booked the cabin for Memorial Day weekend 2021. I thought we might like it less completely booked but that wasn't the case. The owners are quality people, the seasonal folks are super nice, the facilities are lovely. The weather was cold and rainy but there was still a great vibe and tons of activities. The cabin was cozy but had a microwave, coffee pot, and fridge (no need to worry about ice). Outside we had a canopy, fire ring and grill. The kids had a blast in the heated pool and on the playground.

  • Kelli T.
    Aug. 15, 2017

    Tops’l Farm

    Wow...Awesome Experience

    This place is like the Ritz Carlton of campgrounds! The owners took a farm and converted into an upscale camping experience. They have thought of everything!

    You can choose to stay in a tent or a cabin. The tents are outfitted with two beds and a nice outdoor seating area. Candles and solar lights will keep it illuminated at night. They include special touches such as branded matches and a carafe full of water on the bedside table. Each site has its own firepit and porch.

    The common spaces are equally as luxurious. The bathhouse was just like a four-star hotel. They provide you with shampoo, conditioner and body wash. There is even a hair dryer! Bug spray and lotion are also available for your use.

    There is a common space that includes picnic tables and a large fire pit. The bathhouse building also has charging stations for each tent so you can stay plugged in during your stay!

    Only downfall…There are quite a few of mosquitos. Thankfully they provide various bug spray's that you can use!

  • Molly S.
    May. 13, 2024

    Runaround Woods

    Cool spot with super comfy cabins

    Super comfortable and cozy sleeping cabins in forest setting. Loved all the extras: wood-fire sauna, solar shower, cold plunge, picnic/eating space, outdoor seating spaces, games, fire pit, etc. We played the woodland disc golf course multiple times! Great way to experience the forest and end the day in cozy bed!! Ryan is an amazing host.

  • V
    May. 26, 2019

    Sandy Pines Campground

    Pristine beautiful campground

    This is high end camping! Cleanest nicest bathrooms and showers I’ve ever seen camping. Also fun game areas and a beautiful store which has good food too! The sites are very nice and not too close together. We tent camp but they also offer small cabins which looked adorable and glamping tents. Easy access to local trails and tourist spots. A fantastic campground I hope to return to

  • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 1, 2022

    Old Orchard Beach Campground

    Huge campground with lots of sites and amenities.

    Old Orchard Beach is a fun, family-oriented campground located in the fun little beach town of Old Orchard Beach. Old Orchard is known for their amusement park, arcade, pier, fun downtown, and expansive beach with seven miles of room to walk. Here you can stroll along the streets listening to the melodic sounds of an arcade, buy an airbrushed t-shirt and eat pier fries and fried dough. And the best thing is there is a trolley that takes you from the campground to the beach so you don’t have to deal with parking. 

    When the summer season is in full swing, there is lots to do in the campground and at the nearby Atlantic Ocean beach. There are lots of amenities in the campground like a basketball court, Wiffle ball field, horseshoes, badminton, playgrounds, arcade, swimming pools and hot tub, group bonfire, and dog park. The campground is quite large and divided into a variety of sections, some areas are all seasonal campers and others are for transients. The campground offers RV sites, cabin rentals, park model sites, and simple tent sites. We liked the sections in the back (Bear Brook and Black Forest) which are set away from the entrance and the majority of activities. 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. The campground is gated which limits who can come into the park. If you want to have guests, plan on shelling out a bit of cash as it is $8/day for kids and $10 for adults and$12 for overnight guests. 

    Our gravel site was perfectly level with no potholes and the roads leading to our site were easy to navigate in our 45’ motorhome. The patio was gravel and there was some grass between campsites. Our picnic table was clean and not made of old rotten wood with sagging benches. There was not much shade at our site which was fine with us because it was October when we visited and wanted the sun. We were able to pick up wifi at our site because we were close to a tower. Our Verizon phone and hotspot worked great as did the parks cable television. The campground is just one mile from Old Orchard Beach and close to Route 1 which is the main corridor leading up and down the Maine coast. 

    The nearby town of Biddeford has some great restaurants(Palace Dinner, Run of the Mill Public House and Brewery, and Dunston Tab and Table). While the campground is large enough for a good long walk, we prefer to walk the wooded trails at Ferry Beach State Park. If you are looking for something for kids to do there is Funtown Splashtown which is a large water and amusement park and you can get discount tickets at the campgrounds camp store

  • D
    Jul. 10, 2025

    Honey Run Campground and Beach

    Family oriented!

    Perfect stay if you have kiddos and dogs! There’s a playground, arcade, and beach. They offer kayak and canoe rentals. We grabbed a tent site for 3 days and it had water and electric! You get a picnic table and fire ring

  • HThe Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 2, 2025

    Tops’l Farm

    High end glamping at its best

    Tops’l Farm offer the best of glamping.  Located in Waldoboro, they create a wonderfully balanced experience between the outdoors and glamp.  While their model continues to evolve, camping is not available on all days/weekends.  They create special weekend camping events and retreats.   We participated in a weekend camping event that included a farm to table meal on Saturday evening in their barn.  They had recommendations for places to visit during the rest of the weekend, which we did not do.  

    Their model is a stay that costs a price, plus a lot of a la carte “extras” that you can order.  We ordered Friday dinner and wine;  and breakfast for one morning.  Depending on the weekend, ‘extra’ offers could also include yoga, foraging, s’mores kits, etc.  

    Tops’l Farm has both cabins and glamping tents.  The bath house is very nice for a camp bath house, with soap and shampoo.    The cabins are full of creature comforts, including nice sheets and blankets, lanterns, and an overall beautifully appointed space that is still rustic.  Each cabin has a fire pit.  

    The farm dinners offer delicious food with ingredients from local farms.  The food is delicious, simple and very satisfying all at the same time.  The barn that they hold the dinners in is simple yet elegant.  There is a camp store where you can buy beer, wine, snacks and other basic items.  

    They truly curate a lovely glamping experience.  It isn’t cheap, but if you want a glamping weekend, it’s one of the best.


Guide to Durham

Cabin camping near Durham, Maine offers access to both forested retreats and coastal getaways within a 30-mile radius. The region experiences warm summers with average July temperatures around 80°F and cooler evenings around 60°F, making cabin stays comfortable with minimal need for air conditioning. Most cabin properties in this area sit at elevations between 100-300 feet above sea level, with coastal options providing direct water access.

What to do

Explore working farms: The Wolfe's Neck Oceanfront Campground combines cabin camping with agricultural experiences. "This campground is located on an organic dairy farm. There is a farm cafe on site with local food. We loved that! We went into Freeport and did a lobster charter on the Jenny ellen boat," shares Tonya M.

Outdoor water activities: At Sagadahoc Bay Campground, cabin guests can participate in clamming at low tide. "The most unique feature of this campground happens at low tide when you can walk over a mile out towards the lighthouse on Sequin Island. Plenty of clamming and watching wild life like hermit crabs, crabs, seagulls," according to Ming R.

Woodland disc golf: Cabins at Runaround Woods provide access to their forest course. Colin T. notes, "I played multiple rounds of disk golf and stopped at the proshop for a runaround woods branded disk. The wood fired sauna was really nice after a day of snowboarding."

What campers like

Natural relaxation spots: Hermit Island Campground offers private spaces along the coastline. "This campground is unique because it is surrounded on 3 sides by ocean. There are numerous coves and larger beaches to swim at. One can easily bike to all the rocky coasts or sandy beaches. You can see the sunrise from one side, and the sunset from another," explains Rita M.

Family-friendly amenities: Poland Spring Campground provides entertainment beyond basic cabin features. "This campground has numerous activities to keep the whole family occupied (pool, rec hall, volleyball, basketball, and bocce ball). The waterfront offers a beach and a place to put in your boat (paddle or <10hp)," according to Jean C.

Enhanced comfort options: Many travelers appreciate the solid structures at Martin Stream Campground when weather is unpredictable. Dave M. explains, "We rented a one room cabin that was perfect for two who flew in without camping gear. Fridge, coffee pot, microwave and AC. One queen bed and a bunk bed made for comfortable sleeping and a fire pit was even included."

What you should know

Reservation systems vary: Some properties use traditional booking methods rather than online systems. At Winslow Park And Campground, this can create challenges. "We only gave the campground 3 stars because we had a great amount of difficulty finding our site, it was very poorly marked. But we were able to check in at a later time which was important for this trip," notes Abby A.

Wildlife considerations: Cabin campers should prepare for local insects, particularly at coastal locations. One visitor to Hermit Island observed, "July is VERY buggy! The staff are very friendly and accommodating. Would definitely go again."

Bathroom access: Cabin locations may determine comfort level. At Winslow Park, "The bath houses are a bit of a walk from the ocean side sites so just plan accordingly. However, they are clean."

Tips for camping with families

Look for organized activities: Freeport / Durham KOA offers structured entertainment for children. "Kid and pet friendly. Lots of activities for kids including a flashlight candy hunt, water slide, and s'more roast. We've been coming back for years," shares Rebus B.

Choose wildlife viewing opportunities: Poland Spring Campground provides natural education chances. "A friend and I camped here not for the family fun, but because we wanted to be able to slip into our kayaks for an early paddle with the loons, bald eagles, and herons. Had an amazing experience when loons took off from the far end of the lake."

Consider seasonal timing: Many families prefer visiting in summer, but shoulder seasons offer advantages. At Freeport/Durham KOA, "We noticed that the campground cleared out a lot the days after July 4th. Very quiet and possible to go on a last minute camping trip."

Tips from RVers

Site selection matters: At Meadowbrook Camping, cabin and RV placement affects experience. "The sites are a good size, at times being able to fit 3 maybe 4 tents in a pinch, though they do say 2 adults and 2 children. 1 vehicle per site with additional paid parking off site from 3rd parties."

Check utility connections: Cabins with electricity vary in capacity. Nancy W. at Freeport/Durham KOA notes, "The park has nice super long 50 amp FHU pull-thrus in the front of the park which will fit any length RV and tow vehicle. Some of these sites are 'buddy' sites with a shared patio, but are so wide that even if you don't know your neighbors, it would not be a bother."

Seasonal variations impact comfort: RVers should consider weather when booking cabin alternatives. "We choose a buddy sites with our friends and liked the shared patio. Since we were in the open area, we were able to get both satellite with our roof-mounted dome and some over-the-air channels from Portland which is about 45 minutes away."

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Durham, ME?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Durham, ME is Wolfe's Neck Oceanfront Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 41 reviews.

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