Several cabin options surround Moosehead Lake and the wilderness areas near Rockwood, offering rustic to modern accommodations in Maine's North Woods. The Birches Resort provides waterfront cabins with lodge access for meals and amenities, while Seboomook Wilderness Campground features cabins with water views alongside basic facilities. Allagash Gateway Campground and Cabins offers more remote cabin experiences with access to wildlife viewing opportunities. AMC Medawisla Lodge maintains cabins within Maine's 100-mile wilderness, a designated dark sky preserve. "The cabin was a little dated, but clean and a relaxing environment. They had a small store and the access to Moosehead Lake was excellent."
While some locations provide year-round access, most cabins operate seasonally from May through October. Moose River Campground offers cabin rentals with nearby river access, suitable for families seeking outdoor recreation. The Birches Resort includes historic lodge-style facilities dating to the 1930s alongside their cabin rentals. Pet policies vary by location, with most permitting dogs but requiring leashes in common areas. According to one visitor, "There are only a handful of campsites and a bunch of cabins all with great views. Don't be expecting to have all your creature comforts of television, wifi, and phone service because they are nonexistent or sketchy."
Visitors should bring personal items as cabin furnishings vary significantly between properties. Most provide beds with basic mattresses but require guests to bring their own linens, pillows and towels. Cooking facilities range from fully equipped kitchens at upscale options to simple fire rings at more primitive cabins. Electricity availability differs by location; Seboomook Wilderness Campground runs generators during limited hours, while other properties maintain full-time power. A small general store operates at several locations including The Birches Resort, though selection is limited. As one camper noted, "There is a small store at the office yet there isn't anything else around here so bring everything you need."
"I rented a cabin at this campground. The cabin was a little dated, but clean and a relaxing environment. They had a small store and the access to Moosehead Lake was excellent."
"WiFi only at the store during generator hours. This is a place to go to disconnect and be with family, friends, nature. It’s a wonderful place. The road in can be rough at times."
"The Birches Resort and Campground in Rockwood, Maine was that slice of paradise we absolutely loved. "
"My husband and I camped at one of three tent sites that are located right on the lake. There is a new (or at least very clean) Porta-Potty for these three sites to share."
$150 / night
"Find amazing dispersed rustic campsites around Second Roach Pond at AMC's Medawisla Lodge - call ahead for more info. "
"I stopped here for a night on my way into Maine’s North Woods, and it was quite nice."
$29 - $999 / night
"This gampground has the access to snowmobile trail in the winter as well as the ATV trails. It has it's own parking lot for your atvs."
"While we don’t usually stay in private campgrounds due to their high cost, the price was reasonable for the quality of this campground and amenities provided."
"Lots of wildlife enthusiasts looking for moose, hunting rabbits and deer, and all sorts of fish from smelt to lake trout to land-locked salmon and even perch. Just beautiful surroundings."
"Beautiful rustic campground on the Penobscot river. Bf and I loved it, 20m from Baxter, right on the water. Would definitely go again."
"Big Eddy is about 30 minutes up an unpaved road, towards Baxter State Park. We followed the directions online and got there fine, although it may be harder in difficult weather."
$32 / night
"Though not open during the off season, this Baxter State Park campground offers tent sites and lean-tos, each with a picnic table and fire ring. There are no sites for RV's here."
"It is right on the stream and you feel secluded. The lean to was perfect but bring a small tent, this is not a large space. There are hooks for gear and a picnic table & fire pit."
$14 - $50 / night
"Nice hot showers. Rustic cabins are half walled with screens, ATV trails easy access, pool, pet friendly, beautiful place."
"Went with a diverse group of campers with hammock, tent and cabin sleeping preferences and everybody found their spot."
RangerQuiet wooded sites, glacier stones,dirt roads, clean bathrooms. Nice hot showers. Rustic cabins are half walled with screens, ATV trails easy access, pool, pet friendly, beautiful place.
LegendThe majority of campsites are right on the Dead River in a beautiful region in Maine called The Forks. This area is an outdoor paradise with tons of things to do kayaking, white water rafting, hunting, fishing, hiking, and nature viewing. Riverdrivers has a myriad of overnight accommodations including primitive tenting, RV with electric and water (some just 20A and water and the others 20A/30A and water), cabins with electricity and screened in porch, motel rooms, and a rental home open year-round that sleeps 14.
There is a dump station onsite for RVs. There are picnic tables and fire pits at the camping sites and cabins. Wood is available for purchase at the good price of$10 for a wheelbarrow load. Sites are mostly grass and the road is smooth gravel devoid of any potholes. There are some trees for shade but not many and there is not much privacy between campsites. Obviously, the best sites are right on the water but the majority of those are without hookups. Check out their Facebook page because they offer camping discounts in the past if you mention the add. There are restrooms and showers with 14-hour access and a few port-a-potties scattered about. There is also a dishwashing station. Bathroom facilities were very clean as was the dishwashing station. Horseshoe pits are present but that is pretty much it for amenities, other than the great water view. No online reservation you must call or email them.
The biggest complaint is the loud road noise from big logging trucks. The campground is located directly off Route 201 in West Forks which makes for easy access into the park (but you get the road noise). Across the street is Berry’s General Store with just about everything you need and is a fun old store to roam around. Just up the road is Hawks Nest Lodge which has a great restaurant with full bar. Their outside seating is great for soaking up the sun and watching the rafters on the river. Head over to Moxie Falls for a short hike into one of Maine’s famous falls.
LegendLocated just a few miles outside of Baxter State Park, POC offers a few spots for small RV’s, tent sites, lean-tos, and a few camping cabins, each with a picnic table and fire ring. And, the property has an amazing view!
There are hot showers, clean bathrooms, a dishwashing sink, and even a game room with pool tables and a small bar. You can rent canoes and gear to paddle on the lake, with a great view of Mt. Katahdin. Or, sign up for a guided canoe or rafting trip.
Fall is one of the best times to be here…no bugs, less people, and full of autumn color! Be ready for wind and cold days though.
Your last stop for groceries and gas is in Millinocket, so be sure to stock up before you make your way to the park.
All for $11 per person/night! Haven’t seen these amenities for this low price anywhere else in Maine.
TravelerThis gampground has the access to snowmobile trail in the winter as well as the ATV trails. It has it's own parking lot for your atvs. Their is a inground outdoor heated pool, a great big playground, basketball court, volleyball net, arcade, ice cream, outdoor projector for Saturday night movie. As well as grass and rock lots for camping. Their is seasonal sites for both renting and campers. This is dog friendly and has doggie stations spread throughout the campground for all their bathroom breaks. Has a great bath house, coin operated laundry room, and a great little walking trail. Phone service, cable TV, and wifi are provided. Recently added for the 2018 season where three to four brand new log cabins built to add to the previous ones already their. Their is a boat launch a mile or less down the road. And the campground over all is a great place for both old and young to enjoy. I highly recommend this place. Although becoming a new seasonal is hard and you are put on a waiting list. The campground offers so many fun activities that are well worth the time their. Their is also a wagon ride offered on the weekend throughout the day.
GuideBase camp to Katahdin, close in to Millinocket. Went with a diverse group of campers with hammock, tent and cabin sleeping preferences and everybody found their spot.
Pros are: clean (like super clean) showers and bath house, fire pit and picnic table at each site and cabin, super helpful, friendly hosts and last minute gear avail at the office (we got a waterproof map for Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument).
Only con I can think of is the tent sites are a bit close together and barely deep enough to park a car (not sure if a larger SUV or F350 would even fit) - just a bit of a congested layout overall.
Would go back, nice option to the Baxter or other backcountry sites with no bathrooms, or for times those sites are all taken.
LegendThere are a few times in your travels when you find someplace you never want to leave. It’s the kind of place where you pull in and it just feels right and we found ourselves at the registration desk extending your stay…and again…and again. The Birches Resort and Campground in Rockwood, Maine was that slice of paradise we absolutely loved.
The Birches is perched on Moosehead Lake about 30 minutes north of Greenville which is a pretty small town (we’re talking population 1,600) with a few restaurants, a fly fishing shop, a great grocery/outdoor/camping/clothing store and a scattering of interesting attractions like an old passenger ship offering lake excursions. There is a ferry over to Mt. Kineo which has spectacular hiking and definitely worth spending an afternoon. There is great fishing in the area in numerous rivers and lakes.
The Birches has a magnificent historic lodge dating back to the 1930’s that is warm and comforting and smells of wood burning fires, fresh coffee, and salty bacon. There are only a handful of campsites (for RV’s and tents) and a bunch of cabins all with great views. Don’t be expecting to have all your creature comforts of television, wifi, and phone service because they are nonexistent or sketchy at your site. However, the lodge provides all those services where you can enjoy them by the fire or at the bar. There is also a full-service restaurant serving three meals a day with delicious comfort food like Thanksgiving turkey dinner, slow roasted prime rib, and French onion soup. RV sites can be a little tight for larger RVs but we were able to manage. The best campsite (#5) backs up to the lake so your patio and fire pit are right there on the water and provide spectacular sunrises. Our site was 30-amp which was fine for us as we were there in October and didn’t need air conditioning. Since no one else was coming into the site next to us, we were allowed to pull in such that we took up two spots and overlooked the marina. There was water but no sewer however the dump station was easy to access and never very busy since the campground is so small. The tent sites are located farther away from the lodge and facilities but are spacious and private with great water views. The sites are surrounded by trees so you get some shade if you want or can be in the open sunny areas. Each tent site has its own garbage can so you don’t have to trek over to the dumpster. There are also picnic tables, rock-lined fire rings, low electric hook-up, and a water spigot. The restroom/showers were older but clean and we did not mind showering there which meant we didn’t have to pack up the RV and dump our tanks during our stay. They do have a hot tub for those who like to soak in steaming water.
We absolutely loved our stay at the Birches. Having the lodge for warm fires, cold beer, and hot meals was a definite plus. There are so many outdoor activities between hiking, fishing, paddling, and just enjoying the natural beauty. There are boat rentals and seaplane flights you can book for sightseeing and a launch for boats/paddle craft. We will definitely be back.
ScoutWe recently spent a four-day retreat at Baxter State Park, specifically at the Daicey Pond Campsite, staying in one of their no-frills cabins. I love this place and poppy playtime chapter 3. These cabins offer a truly basic experience, devoid of modern amenities such as internet access, cellular service, plumbing, or public water supply. Visitors are required to bring their own water and rely on outhouses for restroom facilities. While the cabins do provide beds, linens are not included, necessitating guests to bring their own. Additionally, visitors must come prepared with their own water, food, and cooking equipment, such as a Coleman Stove. The park boasts a plethora of scenic trails, offering opportunities for hiking along picturesque rivers to witness cascading waterfalls, exploring serene lakes, or trekking up mountains for breathtaking views. For a nominal fee of$1 per hour, visitors can rent canoes, allowing them to traverse one lake, embark on a short half-mile hike to another lake, continue their journey with another canoe, and eventually reach a remote lake untouched by human development. This experience serves as a refreshing escape from our technology-driven and interconnected lives.
LegendWhile we don’t usually stay in private campgrounds due to their high cost, the price was reasonable for the quality of this campground and amenities provided. We were in need of a shower and a place for the night and this campground was perfectly situated off the highway to Greenville.
Most of the sites are designed for larger RVs with full hook-ups, but they have just a handful of simple tent/small camper sites without services, which is exactly what we needed. Just a picnic table and fire ring and some privacy and we were happy campers.
The shower house was newly remodeled and very clean, as was the laundry facility with dishwashing/utility sink. The campground has access to over 1000 miles of trails, which are designed for ATV’s. They even have an ATV washing station. While it was not open in late September, the campground offers a nice pool, game room for the kids of all ages, a small camp store, and even has a snack bar and ice cream counter. And, if you are seeking some amazing hiking, it's relatively close to Borestone Mountain and sections of the Appalachian Trail.
The young husband and wife team who own/run the place are very sweet folks who seem to really pay attention to the needs of their customers. For instance, they recently spent a good deal of money on high speed wifi because that is what their customers said they wanted. We didn't need it, so can't comment on its quality, but it's there if you do.
LegendIf you enjoy camping cabins on a lake with a wonderful view of Mt. Katahdin, then this campground is for you. This is 1 of the 3 campgrounds in Baxter that stays open for a bit past the normal season (thru the 3rd week of October).
It even has a small library with the best porch view you’ve ever seen. The cabins are simple and there are just pit toilets, but everything is kept very clean. Rangers are assigned to each campground, so there is always someone to chat with if you have questions or emergencies while in the park.
You can rent a canoe and gear to paddle on Daicey Pond, or bring your mountain bikes for an awesome ride along well-kept gravel roads. Great hiking options to waterfalls, along the Appalachian Trail, and up to Mt. Katahdin.
Fall is one of the best times to be here…no bugs, less people, and full of autumn color! Be ready for wind and cold days though.
Your last stop for food and gas is in Millinocket, so be sure to stock up before you make your way to the park. Millinocket is about 18 miles from the main entrance to Baxter State Park.
Note: Dogs are not allowed in the park, but Katahdin Kritters is a pet boarding facility located in East Millinocket.
Cabin camping near Rockwood, Maine offers wilderness accommodations at elevations around 1,050 feet along the western shore of Moosehead Lake. The region experiences significant temperature fluctuations, with summer highs averaging 75°F and winter lows often reaching below 0°F. Many cabins in this region operate with limited electricity, requiring campers to adapt to more rustic conditions.
Fishing opportunities: The Dead River provides excellent fly fishing access at Webb's Campground. According to one visitor, "Enjoy excellent fly fishing in the big river, or bring the boat out on the lake with easy boat launch access."
Wildlife viewing: Allagash Gateway Campground and Cabins attracts wildlife enthusiasts. As one reviewer noted, "Great for RVers, didn't see any tent campers while we were there. Lots of wildlife enthusiasts looking for moose, hunting rabbits and deer, and all sorts of fish from smelt to lake trout to land-locked salmon and even perch."
Water activities: Many cabins provide direct water access. At Seboomook Wilderness Campground, one camper shared, "We sat in our chairs in the water everyday and relaxed. We floated on rafts the lake was crystal clear and a perfect temp. We attached a beach umbrella to the chairs in the water for shade."
Stargazing: The area includes designated dark sky preserves with minimal light pollution. At Seboomook Wilderness Campground, a visitor described the night sky as "beyond spectacularly beautiful -- the water is crystal clear, the mountains in the distance, the loons, eagles, deer, moose AND THE STARS!!! Wow!!"
Privacy levels: Some cabin sites offer more seclusion than others. A reviewer at Abol Campground explained, "Our site Lean-To 6, I would argue is the best site. It is right on the stream and you feel secluded."
Natural soundscapes: Many cabin locations feature natural white noise. At Abol Campground, a visitor mentioned, "Site 6 hugs the Abol stream providing beautiful scenery and the auidable noice which suppresses sounds coming from other campers."
Waterfront access: Direct lake access ranks high among cabin campers' preferences. One Seboomook visitor said, "Like most of the other waterfront sites, we had a nice, sandy beach on our site. The water is very shallow and the depth increases very slowly. We could walk about 100 feet before the water was chest high."
Helpful staff: The Birches Resort maintains staff who assist with various needs. A camper reported, "Having the lodge for warm fires, cold beer, and hot meals was a definite plus. There are so many outdoor activities between hiking, fishing, paddling, and just enjoying the natural beauty."
Road access: Many cabin locations require travel on unpaved roads. A Seboomook camper advised, "You need to be adventurous for the drive in there is a 33 mile dirt road to get to Seboomook Wilderness campground. You need to take it slow and be patient."
Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies significantly between properties. At Seboomook, one visitor noted, "There is no cell service. WiFi only at the store during generator hours. This is a place to go to disconnect and be with family, friends, nature."
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