1 campground with availability this weekend
The Loon's Nest provides a private glamping retreat along a quiet Maine lake near Rumford, featuring upscale accommodations with modern comforts not found at traditional campgrounds. Located approximately 10 miles from Rumford, this exclusive glamping destination offers a serene waterfront setting with mountain views, providing an ideal base for exploring western Maine's wilderness. Nearby, Papoose Pond Family Campground and Cabins offers glamping options with electricity, comfortable sleeping arrangements, and private facilities. These accommodations typically include proper beds with linens, electricity, and dedicated bathroom facilities—a significant upgrade from standard camping. One guest shared, "The Loon's Nest is the perfect setting to enjoy the best of Maine, sitting along the lake with several mountains nearby."
Waterfront activities dominate the glamping experience, with paddling opportunities on the surrounding lakes. Papoose Pond provides kayak and canoe rentals, allowing guests to explore the tranquil waters directly from their glamping accommodations. The campgrounds maintain beach areas for swimming and lounging, with Papoose Pond offering additional recreational facilities including a pool and carousel. Seasonal considerations affect availability, with most glamping sites operating from May through October. According to a camper at Papoose Pond, "It's definitely more lux than a standard site, but it makes camping with kids insanely easy. There are a million options from plain tent sites to rentable cabins and everything in between, there's something for everyone." Winter operations are limited, making summer and fall the prime seasons for experiencing Maine's glamping offerings.
"Mount Blue is an awesome Maine State Park about 2 hrs. north-west of Portland, 1hr from the White Mts. in NH and 1.5 hours from the Quebec border. "
"Our camp sites were next to each other but also very private. No water or electricity except at the main bathrooms where there are showers, toilets and a dish wash station. Beautiful lake!"
from $20 - $30 / night
"The Loon's Nest is the perfect setting to enjoy the best of Maine, sitting along the lake with several mountains nearby. "
from $125 / night
"We grabbed a tent site for 3 days and it had water and electric! You get a picnic table and fire ring"
"Nice campground, we enjoyed our site next to the cabin that our friends stayed in. One thing to note, lots of returning seasonal campers."
from $20 - $90 / night
"Kayak, canoe, SUP rentals, a carousel, pool, lake, hike, and sooooo many activities."
"We stay in an HHK which is a site that has its own electric stove, kitchen sink, covered picnic table, and small bathroom in the back!"
"We have stayed at Moose Brook State Park a number of times over the years to gain easy access to the hiking trails in the White Mountains."
"We were welcomed by a lovely little house used as the Ranger station. A fire kept it warm and cozy. The ranger was very pleasant."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $35 - $45 / night
"Absolutely beautiful positioning next to a river. Clean sites - many covered in grass with wildflowers which were stunning."
"Staff was very helpful. We arrived,after a 3 1/2 hour drive, early for check in but were able to go to our site."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $29 - $40 / night
"While the campground looks to be primarily RV camping from the road, there are many tent sites tucked away in the trees and even two sites that are walk-in only and are situated right on the Androscoggin"
"Some open sites up front with wooded sites further in. 2 bathroom areas with showers and laundry at the office area. Heated pool and play area for kids."
from $22 - $79 / night
"We set up at two lakes campground for a week, very happy. 2 adults and 2 dogs with plenty of room at our campsite. Some sites look much tighter but our space was great!"
"They had a wild west party and we got to dance and have a campfire in a huge field. It was cute!"
"Beaver Brook in Monmouth Maine is a must stay if you have kids from babies to teens. Our family has been going annually for the last five years."
"Big pool and brooks around. Tons of trails. A general store with a connected ice cream stand near the pool area. Gated fence."
"We picked a medium one and could barely fit 2 tents and 2 cars with a safe distance from the fire. 2 sites were within 15ft of our fire pit. The bathrooms were very clean."
"Sebago Lake State Park is close to Portland, Maine and neighboring towns. Nice to be close to home so the drive to arrive isn’t so long. Nice scenery and helpful staff. An enjoyable weekend."
from $25 - $30 / night
GuideCar camped Friday October 9, Columbus Day weekend, their last open weekend. CG was mostly full. Sites are too tightly packed for my liking and tent camping cost $38. Staff was neither friendly or unfriendly. Shower facilities were quite nice. Spacious with lots of room to shower and change without risk of getting clothes wet.
GuideThis is one of our “go to” campgrounds when in NH. Super clean and good mountain biking.
TravelerLarge sites, clean pit toilets, in a beautiful, wooded campground adjacent to the Swift River.
Camp host, who’s been there for many years, keeps things clean, organized, and quiet.
Most sites can handle multiple big tents. Plenty of toilet houses and dumpsters available.
The great boulder loop trail is right there. It’s a very short walk to the trail head and it has gorgeous views of the swift river valley with much lower crowds than the major peaks in the whites.
Grab a drink and your chairs and take a short walk on one of the paths to the swift river and hang out a while.
ScoutWe got the last site. I assumed it would be a blah experience- I don’t usually stay at giant campgrounds with RV camping- I had it all wrong though. What a great place! It’s a very quiet, respectful place. Families everywhere who all are respectful- no screaming kids, drunk campers or barking dogs. Everywhere you saw folks walking, peddling bikes, rollerblading, and scooters. Kids playing happily in the park or having an old-school experience. The sites were spaces out enough so you have privacy with neighbors nearby. We lucked out that a blues band was rocking the pavilion- a great, friendly party where all ages were grooving and having fun. The lake boasts gorgeous views of The Bigs which I couldn’t get enough of. I’m not going to lie- most of the plates were Maine on Labor Day weekend. This strikes me as a home-based vacation that many Maine-ahs enjoy again and again. This Maine-ah will stay again on our next hike…
TravelerPros: We have the p lube nearly to ourselves, thus it was very similar to dispersed camping. Nice little campground with two small ponds (One for fishing, the other for swimming). Nothing very remarkable, though.
Cons: As others have mentioned, if you want flush toilets and pay showers, you have to either stay at the more crowded, larger loop or walk across the highway to get to those amenities.
ScoutWe just came back from a big family weekend there. We had 5 sites with 19 people(including children). This is by far the most rundown campground I've stayed! Only 1 bathroom facility was functioning. Of the 3 times I tried taking a shower, I only succeeded 1 time. The other 2 times(once at night and once the following morning at 6am) I only got drops coming out of the hot and cold faucets. I tried the only 2 stalls. Speaking of bathrooms...these have not been updated since the 60s-early 70s when I was camping with the same style bathroom facilities. The children's playground should be condemned!!! At least 25% of the wood is rotted. Some steps are missing from ladders. My granddaughter was swinging in the childs swing, the bottom unlatched and she fell through the bottom. If she wasn't monkey like in holding on she would have done a face plant to the ground. After looking at the swing, I found the plastic latch broken! 2 positives: the campsites are very nice! and the beach is great! Bottom line, these owners are not putting any money back into the campground and it's facilities. They are running it into the ground. I won't be coming back again!
GuideThis is a campground, not a resort. It offers water, sewer and electric sites but most are just water and electric. There is dump station and they offer a service to empty your holding tanks.
The sites are staggered and in wooded ares so that you don't look directly into another RV. There are a few pull through sites but most are back in.
The campground is in the process of upgrading (they used to have no sewer sites). They have showers and cabins. Trees prevent satellite reception and the local TV stations are limited due to the remote area.
Camp store is well stocked but not very large. Staff are very pleasant and accommodating. Sebago Lake is right down the hill but not walkable (car or bike).
ScoutI've camped here several times (June, July, August, September, and October) over the last couple years--usually at no-hookup sites. Most of the sites get enough sun to keep batteries charged and most of the sites are free of Starlink obstructions. I usually stay there mid-week and it's very quiet.
It's an easy drive to some of the best trout fishing in Maine and New Hampshire.
The grounds and facilities are extremely well maintained. The staff is great, and I've met some fabulous people camping there.
It's Maine so the blackflies and mosquitoes can be a challenge early in the season. And toward the end of the season, you'll want a vacuum cleaner to deal with the Asian lady beetles that have invaded all of northern New England.
ScoutPLEASE READ BEFORE GOING We went to Jellystone Park at in Glen NH. We originally booked from Sunday to thursday. We left on Tuesday due to several issues with the cabin that the office staff refused to fix. Issues we had was 1. Cabin was filthy and had bugs inside. 2. Stove top wasnt working. 3. Fridge smelled so bad I had to wash it with warm water and dish soap. 4. Our cabin reeked like cigarettes to the point I couldn't bath my kids because when the bathroom got steamy the smell got sooo bad. I tried to adress the issues and was told they had a no smoke policy so its not their issue if it smelled because they did their part in putting a policy down. For it being filthy I was told they trust their cleaner so it qas me that made it filthy..(attached is one picture that I have this is just the bathroom on our first day their. Everything was covered in dirt, sand and soo dusty and bugs everywhere). I first spoke to James who yelled and was saying ridiculous excuses as to why its ok. Then the manager(dont remember name but she was older and blonde hair) screamed at me while I had my 2 year old with me. I was telling her calmly and very nice my concerns to which she was yelling to get out of the office. Then I was threatened to have the cops called if I complained again. I lost alot of money I cant afford to loose. But most important I was want to make people aware. I told them the website should state these things to be fair cause if I knew this i wouldn't have paid since they said its normal for stoves not to work and its out of their controll if someone smokes in the cabin. They said no one would stay if they posted those things. I left litterally shaking and crying because I couldn't believe it. They are nice if you dont complain. Discusting customer service horrendous management. Will be reporting everywhere already let my friends know so they dont go next year.
Glamping in Rumford, Maine offers access to the Western Mountains region where elevations reach 1,000 feet above sea level, creating cooler summer evenings than coastal areas. The area lies in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 4b, with camping seasons typically running mid-May through mid-October. Waterfront campsites often require advance booking 6-9 months in advance during peak summer season.
Hiking near campgrounds: Visitors staying at Moose Brook State Park Campground can access multiple trail systems within minutes. "There are lots of trails for biking and hiking. Great shaded sites, very clean! Sites were private and staff were friendly and welcoming," notes Hollie G.
Paddling options: At Honey Run Campground and Beach, guests have direct water access with rental equipment. "They offer kayak and canoe rentals. We grabbed a tent site for 3 days and it had water and electric! You get a picnic table and fire ring," reports Drew P.
Local wildlife viewing: The Errol area around Mollidgewock State Park Campground is known for moose sightings. "Mollidgewock State Park, overlooking the Androscoggin River, is embedded in the beautiful and tranquil scenery that makes up what I would call, the moose capital of NH," writes Rachel P. Visitors should scan roadsides at dusk or dawn for best viewing opportunities.
Multi-activity options: Papoose Pond Family Campground and Cabins draws repeat visitors for its diverse recreation. "We have tent camped here for a week (if not twice) every summer for the last 5 years. Pond with rentals, pool, mini golf, daily activities, crafts... so family friendly," shares Carrie T.
Private lake access: Unlike more crowded public beaches, Lakeside Pines Campground offers dedicated waterfront access. "We had a beautiful waterfront campsite (Site 113). The lake is gorgeous. Rocks make direct access to the water from the site difficult, but there is a beach for water access not too far away," notes Katie B.
Quieter off-peak experience: For those seeking less crowded glamping near Rumford, visiting after Labor Day changes the experience. "It was very quiet the 3 nights we were there (but it was also after Labor Day). Lakefront sites have gorgeous views. We saw loons and bald eagles on the lake daily," reports Jillian at Cathedral Pines Campground.
Booking timeline: Most luxury glamping sites fill quickly, especially for summer weekends. "We booked for next Memorial weekend while there because we had so much fun!" advises Angela M. regarding her stay at Papoose Pond.
Site selection factors: When seeking privacy, site location matters significantly. "We were on the pool/rec hall side and it definitely seemed less condensed over there than the pond side," explains Kaileigh K. at Papoose Pond Family Campground. Similarly, at Lakeside Pines, waterfront sites offer views but less privacy than wooded ones.
Bathroom facilities vary: Cathedral Pines Campground receives consistent praise for its facilities: "Facilities were very clean and cleaned daily," notes Jillian. However, at Mollidgewock, campers should expect more basic amenities: "This is a rustic/no frills campground with vault toilets," warns Jean C.
Campground entertainment: Scheduled activities keep children engaged. "Tuesday trivia, Wednesday beach party, Thursday dance party, and Friday karaoke- the latter being the most fun! There are so many things for kids to do throughout as well, there's very little time for down time or boredom!!" explains Jessica W. from Papoose Pond.
Site type considerations: When camping with children, site location affects experience. At Sebago Lake State Park Campground, "Half of area is set up with RV hookups, so it nicely separates the tents from the RVs," notes Jennifer F., allowing families to choose appropriate neighbors.
Water safety planning: Lakes in the region vary in swimming conditions. "The pond is amazing. The store is huge! The sites are huge! We always get the same HHK," shares Kelley H. about Papoose Pond, where designated swimming areas with gradual entry points work well for families with young children.
Maneuverability challenges: RVers should research access routes carefully. "The roads can be very narrow if you have a long rig," cautions Tammy H. from Beaver Brook Campground, now known as Jellystone Park Androscoggin Lake.
Site selection for larger rigs: At Cathedral Pines Campground, "Sites are very large and spacious. You are not on top of the next one," reports Ken B. RVers with larger units should request sites away from tight corners or narrow access roads.
Hookup availability: Water and electric connections vary significantly between sites. "We had an HHK which is a site that has its own electric stove, kitchen sink, covered picnic table, and small bathroom in the back!" shares Jessica W. about Papoose Pond's premium sites, making them ideal for RVers seeking luxury glamping near Rumford without full hookups.
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