Best Glamping near Norway, ME
Papoose Pond Family Campground and Cabins houses some of western Maine's most distinctive glamping accommodations, surrounded by the region's lakes and mountains. Located in Waterford, just minutes from Norway, this family-focused glamping resort offers both waterfront and wooded luxury canvas accommodations with comfortable queen beds, electricity, and private decks overlooking Papoose Pond. About 15 miles south, Lakeside Pines Campground in North Bridgton features premium glamping options with plush bedding, climate control, and kitchenettes in safari-style canvas tents. Both locations provide the perfect blend of outdoor immersion with resort-level comforts including high-thread-count linens, rustic-chic furnishings, and convenient access to modern bathroom facilities. One reviewer highlighted, "I've stayed in tents, half moons, and glamping accommodations—it's where I learned to love nature and became addicted to kayaking."
Glamping guests at these resorts enjoy exclusive amenities beyond standard campgrounds, with Papoose Pond offering a carousel, swimming pool, lake access with kayak and canoe rentals, and guided nature programs. Lakeside accommodations feature private fire pits with Adirondack chairs, perfect for stargazing after days spent on hiking trails or paddling pristine lakes. The Poland Spring Campground, approximately 20 minutes east of Norway, rounds out the area's luxury outdoor options with geodesic domes featuring panoramic woodland views, custom lighting, and temperature control systems. Many locations remain open from May through mid-October, with peak glamping season running Memorial Day through Labor Day. According to a camper, "The addition of glamping tents, cabins, and domes have made it even nicer—lots of activities for kids including a flashlight candy hunt, water slide, and s'more roast."