Glamping options near Lewiston, Maine include traditional canvas tents and luxury cabins with modern comforts. The region sits within Maine's Lakes and Mountains tourism district with an elevation ranging from 190 to 400 feet above sea level. Weather conditions typically allow for glamping from May through mid-October, with summer temperatures averaging 70-80°F during the day and cooler evenings.
What to do
Explore farm life: Wolfe's Neck Oceanfront Campground in Freeport offers glamping opportunities alongside a working organic farm. "We stayed here this summer and was one of our favorites ever! This campground is located on an organic dairy farm. There is a farm cafe on site with local food," shares Tonya M., who also recommends taking a lobster charter on the Jenny Ellen boat from nearby Freeport.
Enjoy water activities: At Poland Spring Campground, glamping sites provide access to a pond with paddling opportunities. "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," notes Jean C., who spotted wildlife including mature and immature bald eagles during her late August visit.
Visit local attractions: Glamping accommodations at Freeport / Durham KOA provide a convenient base for exploring. "The location is good as it is about 10-15 minutes far from the town of Freeport (home to L.L. Bean and tons of outlet stores), the pretty coastal town of South Freeport, four craft breweries and a cidery, and Bradbury Mountain State Park," according to Nancy W.
Try disc golf: Beaver Brook Campground (now Jellystone Park Androscoggin Lake) offers recreational options beyond water activities. "Amazing campground. Has a lot of stuff for kids including playground, pool, water slides, canoeing, kayaking, mini golf and disc golf. Great sites and plenty of them," writes Peter F.
What campers like
Beach access: Glamping near Lewiston often includes water access points. "The 'dog beach' was not big enough for 2 people. The swimming area was raked and the bottom was sandy," notes Katelyn D. about Whites Beach Campground, showing that while some beach areas are small, they're well-maintained.
Wildlife viewing: Glamping locations provide opportunities to observe native species. "We enjoyed seeing mature and immature bald eagles," notes Jean C. about her Poland Spring Campground experience, while Darin S. describes Recompence Shore Campground as "a unique opportunity to stay and relax on a farm by the ocean. We stayed on waters edge in a band of trees, breezes, birds, and fish jumping."
Spacious sites: Many glamping options offer well-sized accommodations. At Freeport/Durham KOA, "There are lots of site choices, cabins, yurts, and tent sites to choose from," notes Nancy W., who appreciated that "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 because you are far enough apart."
Clean facilities: Glamping close to Lewiston, Maine typically includes access to well-maintained bathrooms. "Bathrooms are clean. Beach areas were very nice for relaxing," notes Rebecca L. about Sebago Lake State Park Campground, while Jennifer B. describes Chewonki Campground as having "campsites [that] are large and if you don't have a camper are outstanding."
What you should know
Seasonal operation: Most glamping operations run from May through mid-October. "The campground is on a hill," notes Kelly F. about Augusta/Gardiner KOA, which operates "May 8 to October 13." Weather conditions can vary significantly with rain possible throughout the season.
Booking requirements: During peak times, reservations are essential. "We were lucky to score a nice site mid-week just before the 4th of July," notes Rebecca L. about Sebago Lake State Park Campground, adding that "sites are very close together. Luckily many of the sites around me were not occupied but I get the feeling that is rare."
Terrain variations: Some glamping sites have challenging terrain. "My site was large and fit my large tent but it was clear that it can get muddy based on the deep tire tracks left on the site by a previous camper," notes Rebecca L. about Sebago Lake State Park. At Freeport/Durham KOA, Nancy W. mentions "the dusty gravel roads and pot holes" as drawbacks.
Internet connectivity: WiFi availability varies across glamping locations. At Freeport/Durham KOA, Nancy W. notes "so-so wifi" as a drawback, while Lynn T. mentions "bad WiFi and poor Verizon reception" as cons of the campground.
Tips for camping with families
Activity planning: Family-oriented glamping options provide scheduled entertainment. "Beaver Brook in Monmouth Maine is a must stay if you have kids from babies to teens," notes Angela M. about Jellystone Park Androscoggin Lake, explaining that "for parents; live entertainment with local bands on Saturday nights, an adult only swim nightly. (Playground is close enough to the pool to actually enjoy this while listening to my kids play), candy bar bingo (where you can play bingo WITH your kids and was quite fun)."
Seasonal events: Plan your glamping trip around special weekend activities. "This visit we had our hybrid camper in one of the wooded sites. The Halloween celebration is really well done- campers decorate their sites, there is an in-costume parade, and the central, bigger rigs are set up for trick or treating," explains Rebus B. about Freeport/Durham KOA, noting "The campground fills up for this event so make reservations early."
Explore educational opportunities: Glamping near farms provides learning experiences. "My kids enjoyed visiting with the farm animals and walking along the rocky shore each day. Plenty to do between biking, kayaking, farm experience and visiting downtown Freeport close by," shares Michele S. about Recompence Shore Campground's farm setting.
Check swimming options: Glamping sites offer various water facilities. Susan S. describes Beaver Brook/Jellystone as having "a big pool and also a lake to swim or rent a boat! Very family friendly (including dogs!) there is a store and playground and plenty of area to explore!"
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Choose glamping sites based on your privacy needs. "We tent camped in a loop where the sites were wooded and close together, but others are well suited to larger rigs and offer full hookups," notes Jean C. about Poland Spring Campground, while Nancy W. recommends at Freeport/Durham KOA "the nice super long 50 amp FHU pull-thrus in the front of the park which will fit any length RV and tow vehicle."
Hookup options: Glamping accommodations near Lewiston vary in utility connections. "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," notes Nancy W. about Freeport/Durham KOA.
Access challenges: Some glamping sites have difficult entry points. "Getting into your site with a camper requires maneuvering no matter how you come into the campground," notes Claire T. about Two Lakes Camping, adding that her group "had a few sites scattered over the campground for the weekend and had an overall...interesting time."
Seasonal considerations: RVers should prepare for potential weather impacts. "Our site was quite wet," notes Ron about Augusta/Gardiner KOA, mentioning that "there were very heavy rains the night before we arrived that washed out some of the roads."
