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TravelerCottonwood Camping & RV Park
Nice peaceful place to stay
Nice owner and staff, spotless and modern washrooms, great showers, fast WiFi... There is a lot to like about this place!
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Five cabin campgrounds offer distinct lodging options near Eastport, Maine, from ocean-view cabins to waterfront sites with boat access. Seaview Campground offers cabins with ocean views, full hookups, and amenities such as showers, toilets, and picnic tables. Keenes Lake Family Campground features waterfront cabins with boat access, electricity, water, and a family-friendly atmosphere. Pleasant Lake Camping Area provides rustic cabins and yurts during their Memorial Day to Columbus Day season. Cottonwood Camping & RV Park includes unique options such as a treehouse and a "tiny bird cabin" alongside traditional cabins. "This campground is absolutely adorable. RV, tent, Treehouse camping to camping out in a Teepee! I surprised my husband with the Teepee - we were not disappointed!"
Rustic and deluxe cabins are available depending on the location. Seaview Campground has experienced ownership changes affecting pricing and policies. Keenes Lake offers a more basic cabin experience with reasonable rates. According to one visitor, "Very cheap prices daily, weekly, and monthly rates available." Most cabins accommodate pets, though specific rules vary by property. For unique experiences, Cottonwood offers specialized accommodations like teepees with queen beds, couches, tables, and coffee makers. The free Machias Rips Campsite, about an hour from Eastport, provides a lean-to shelter option alongside traditional camping sites.
Cabin guests should prepare for varying levels of furnishings. Most properties provide basic amenities like beds and fire rings, but visitors typically need to bring their own bedding, especially during COVID-19 periods. A camper noted, "We were asked to bring our own bedding due to Covid regulations - which we did not mind at all." Several campgrounds offer on-site markets for basic provisions. Seaview Campground is conveniently located near an IGA grocery store. Cell service varies significantly by location and carrier, with some remote sites having limited connectivity. Most cabin locations maintain clean restroom facilities, with Cottonwood specifically praised for its "outstanding bath facilities with united hot water."
Best Cabin Campgrounds near Eastport (5)
1. Seaview Campground
"There is a wide grassy area across from the sites and right on the waters edge. Picnic tables and fire pits."
"Had a choice of 3 campgrounds in the Eastport area during Covid but we wanted full hookup for our little teardrop trailer. We are very happy with this place."
2. Keenes Lake Family Campground
"It is basic, but more like what you would find at national parks, which I prefer MUCH MORE."
"For some reason our fire ring and table were missing when we arrived, and they had replacements at the site within 30 minutes."
3. Pleasant Lake Camping Area
4. Cottonwood Camping & RV Park
"Outdoor pavilion with chairs and TV. Great showers. Most sites are large and secluded with fire pits and tables. Dog Park in back. Wi-Fi is iffy at the site, good at the pavilion."
"This is the first campground we have stayed at that has ATV trail access, horse friendly camping, full hookups, pull through sites, tent camping, tent rentals, teepee rentals, "tiny bird cabin", and a"
5. Machias Rips Campsite
"Great free off grid camping near Canadian border. The other previous reviewers did a great job explaining the campground."
"This campground is one of my favorites in Maine! Sitting only an hour from Ellsworth and Bangor ME this is a nature lovers dream!"
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 9 min from Bangor, ME
- 3 hrs 30 min from Lewiston, ME
- 4 hrs 7 min from Portland, ME
- 5 hrs 11 min from Manchester, NH
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Cabin Reviews near Eastport, ME
24 Reviews of 5 Eastport Campgrounds
- jjeanne A.
GuideCottonwood Camping & RV Park
Great place for a few nights
Very friendly staff. Outdoor pavilion with chairs and TV. Great showers. Most sites are large and secluded with fire pits and tables. Dog Park in back. Wi-Fi is iffy at the site, good at the pavilion.
- LLeonard R.Traveler
Cottonwood Camping & RV Park
Just A Place To Crash
We stayed one night. Standard Maine camp - neighbors 20’ away on three sides.
Price is $25-$70.
This is a good spot if you’re visiting Jonesport or Cherryfield.
Staff is very friendly.
- CCrispin S.Guide
Machias Rips Campsite
Great Stay
We were in Maine to explore Acadia National Park but did not want to stay in the center of Acadia. Our original plan was to stay just a couple of nights but loved this site so much we stayed an extra night.
This site was easy to get to, although GPS will tell you to park and walk which is not true, you can park at site. We stayed at the first site which also offered a hikers hut, came in handy during a little rain. The fire ring and vault toilet was the best we’ve had at any disbursed site; the vault toilet was surprisingly very clean and lacked the normal odor. It is apparent this area is well cared for. We also enjoyed a day of playing on the rocks in the River.
The only negatives were road noise and mosquitoes; the mosquitoes were not fazed by our Off or our candles.
There were about six campsites with two that seemed to be long term stayers, the other sites had visitors for just a night.
If in Maine again, this will be a repeat stay for us. We would have given it a 4 1/2 star if we could do 1/2. Also, we had full cell service thru Verizon.
goose10091203GuideMachias Rips Campsite
Nice enough
There are about 5 spots. Some are rough and not super flat, but it's pretty and the river is right there. You can hear the highway but it's not too bad. Only real negative for me was nowhere to really walk my dogs, nothing even close to a trail nearby. Just the highway.
- CCheryl K.Guide
Keenes Lake Family Campground
Nice people
We stayed here one night in mid September. There are new owners and they are really nice people. It is hard to get a level site but the owner let us pick what was best for us based on what was available. Majority of campers are seasonal. The shower had hot water and a heat lamp but could use a renovation. Quiet place with a pretty lake.
Suzy M.
ScoutCottonwood Camping & RV Park
Pleasant owner, Excellent baths,
Good stop between Millinocket and Acadia Nat'l Park. Very accessible owner. Outstanding bath facilities w/ United hot water, (free too!)
John B.ScoutSeaview Campground
Outrageous pricing under new ownership
Pay no attention to any reviews that are a year older as there are new owners now. The prices have tripled and there are 7 pages of rules you have to sign off on!! This campground has lost its personality! The previous owners were fantastic and extremely accommodating. New owners are invisible and everything is automated online and pricing is ridiculous! This used to be a very busy place but not anymore! I hope the new owners figure it out before it’s too late!
- BBethany K.Scout
Keenes Lake Family Campground
Cute Area
I stayed in a small site, just me and my vehicle. I asked for a quiet spot with elec and the site was perfect. It is basic, but more like what you would find at national parks, which I prefer MUCH MORE. My spot was shaded and level enough to have a tent, vehicle, chairs and table (not provided at my site), and they have a fire ring.
It isnt the usual RV sites that are sterile and squished in like sardines, so if thats what you looking for, this isnt it.
I paid $36 for my night, on par with national/ state parks, but much cheaper than most commerical camping grounds. The area is a little overpriced, so it was nice to stay somewhere reasonable, especially at the end of the season.
THere isnt wifi, my car (ATT) got better service than my phone (Tmobile).
The road is decent, maybe a few spots to watch out for, and they ask you to keep the speed down (5mph) so they are trying to take care of it (or not let it get torn up too much)
I didnt use the shower, but the bathroom was plumbed.
Guide to Eastport
Cabin camping near Eastport, Maine provides access to the northeasternmost point in the continental United States. The area experiences cool maritime weather with summer temperatures rarely exceeding 75°F and winter lows averaging 10°F. Campers should prepare for frequent coastal fog, even during summer months, which can reduce visibility and create damp conditions at waterfront cabin sites.
What to do
Explore river corridors: The Machias Rips Campsite offers access to the Machias River Corridor Public Lands with opportunities for fishing. "Great spot to fish and swim! I've caught smallmouth bass, chubs and trout in the river so far! Black and silver jerk baits work great," reports one visitor.
Paddle on calm waters: Keenes Lake provides protected paddling areas ideal for beginners and families with children. A visitor noted, "The lake was clean and we swam, kayaked and crossed the lake on paddle boards."
Wildlife viewing: Waterfront cabins allow for spotting marine wildlife from your accommodation. A camper at Seaview Campground shared, "You can see whales swimming by" from certain waterfront sites.
What campers like
Affordable options: Budget-conscious travelers can find reasonable cabin rates throughout the region. One camper at Keenes Lake Family Campground noted their sites have "very cheap prices daily, weekly, and monthly rates available."
Clean facilities: Campground bathrooms receive particular praise for maintenance standards. A visitor to Cottonwood Camping specifically mentioned "outstanding bath facilities with united hot water, free too!"
Unique accommodations: Beyond standard cabins, specialty options create memorable experiences. Cottonwood offers "a huge Teepee with a very comfortable queen size bed, a couch, table, area animal rugs, coffee maker and a fan if needed."
What you should know
Seasonal ownership changes: Some properties undergo management transitions affecting pricing and policies. A recent visitor to Seaview Campground noted, "There are new owners now. The prices have tripled and there are 7 pages of rules you have to sign off on!"
Cell service variability: Connectivity differs significantly by location and carrier. At Machias Rips, one camper reported, "Most cell phone carriers won't have service back at the camp, I myself had to drive 20 minutes up the road for signal." However, another visitor reported "4 bars of LTE service (AT&T)" at the same location, showing the inconsistency.
Seasonal operations: Most cabin rentals operate on limited seasonal schedules. Pleasant Lake Camping Area runs from "Memorial Day to Columbus Day," while others maintain similar May-to-October calendars.
Tips for camping with families
Lake access amenities: Keenes Lake Family Campground caters specifically to families with lakefront activities. "Camped during Covid restrictions. Everyone seemed to be following the guidelines that were clearly posted by the campsite. The snack bar in the office/shop area was a great fallback plan if we were too lazy to cook," noted one family visitor.
Spacing considerations: Site proximity varies considerably between properties. At Keenes Lake, "Campsites were roomy enough, but set a bit close together," which families should consider when booking adjacent sites.
Bring insect protection: The region experiences significant seasonal bug activity. Visitors to Machias Rips Campsite warn, "Camp sites today are very buggy - bring your repellent and/or netting."
Tips from RVers
Road conditions: Access roads to some cabin areas present challenges. At Cottonwood Camping & RV Park, visitors noted ongoing improvements: "New park so lots of construction going on. Will be a great park when it really gets going. W/E/S at most sites."
Site leveling: Finding level spots can be challenging at some locations. One RVer at Keenes Lake Family Campground observed, "It is hard to get a level site but the owner let us pick what was best for us based on what was available."
Basic amenities: Most cabins provide limited furnishings. As one camper at Keenes Lake noted, "It is basic, but more like what you would find at national parks, which I prefer MUCH MORE. My spot was shaded and level enough to have a tent, vehicle, chairs and table (not provided at my site)."
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