Cabin camping near Leeds, Maine offers lodging options nestled in the central Maine region approximately 30 miles north of Portland. The area features rolling hills and several lakes including Androscoggin Lake at 3,826 acres and smaller ponds scattered throughout the region. Summer temperatures typically range from 55-80°F, with cabin availability highest from May through early October when most campgrounds operate.
What to do
Water activities on Cobbosseecontee Lake: Birches Lakeside Campground provides direct lake access for boating and fishing. "If you enjoy water activists, boating, fishing, swimming, canoeing, kayaking then this is your spot. This family friendly campground offers theme weekends and scheduled actives for Adults and kids," notes a reviewer.
Disc golf near campgrounds: Beaver Brook Campground (now Jellystone Park Androscoggin Lake) offers an on-site course. "Very nice campground with a good camp store and disc golf course. We will stay again!" shares J B., making it an excellent option for cabin guests wanting recreational activities without leaving the property.
Explore local farms: Wolfe's Neck Oceanfront Campground offers a unique cabin stay with agricultural activities. "A beautiful place with a farm, campground and state park all together! The working farm is open to visit and walk around. Pet the baby cows and see the pigs and goats," explains Tiffany N.
What campers like
Convenience of lake views: Augusta West Kampground cabins provide waterfront access. "Loved our site right on the water and access to the docks for fishing & kayaking! Kids caught many sunfish & had loads of fun! Very quiet but quaint campground! Loved waking up to the sounds of the loons & even spotted a bald eagle!" reports Heather C.
Clean facilities: Many cabin campers appreciate the well-maintained bathrooms near Leeds. "The bathrooms and showers were always clean. Plenty of activities. There is a beautiful nature trail along the stream!" notes Dawn about Martin Stream Campground.
Camp stores and conveniences: Cabin campers value on-site stores for essential supplies. "We also offer a Restaurant open for breakfast on the weekends we also offer a well stocked store and Cafe serving sandwiches, fried foods, fresh dough pizza and other specials," explains a reviewer about Birches Lakeside Campground.
What you should know
Cabin amenities vary significantly: Martin Stream Campground offers well-equipped cabins. "The cabin 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," reports Dave M.
Seasonal popularity affects availability: Most campgrounds near Leeds operate May through October. "We stayed for July 4th week and had a blast! Daily activities for adults & kids," mentions Diana A. about Poland Spring Campground, highlighting the peak summer season.
Quiet hours enforcement: Campgrounds maintain peaceful environments for cabin guests. "Quiet time is 11 (even talking!) they will force you to go to sleep by 11 if you're not COMPLETELY silent!" notes Angela M. about Poland Spring Campground.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly activity schedules: Two Lakes Camping offers regular events for children. "They had a wild west party and we got to dance and have a campfire in a huge field. It was cute!" shares Samantha N.
Playground access: Look for cabins near recreational areas. "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," writes Diana A. about Poland Spring Campground.
Variety of swimming options: Many campgrounds offer both pool and lake swimming. "Your choice of pool or pond. Great campground for kids. Restaurant and store. Entertainment on the weekends," notes Tammy H. about Beaver Brook Campground.
Tips from RVers
Site selection for cabin rentals: More to Life Campground offers cabin options with varying privacy levels. "When we arrived, we were given a map with available sites marked and free reign to pick the spot of our liking," explains David G.
Check accessibility for mobility concerns: Some cabin areas have challenging terrain. "Trees and roots everywhere making it impossible to take turns and forget about kids on bikes! I cleaned so many wounds during our stay from my kids falling off their bikes thanks to the landscape," warns Angela M.
Bring appropriate footwear: Terrain around cabins can be muddy. "Really weird dirt there also, it's like a clay of some sort and caked to the bottom of your shoes and made a mess all through the camper no matter what I did," explains a camper at Poland Spring Campground.
