Cabin camping options near South Windham, Maine provide access to the region's diverse landscape, including 20 miles of coastline along Casco Bay. With average summer temperatures between 70-80°F, the area offers favorable conditions for outdoor activities from May through October. Winter cabin rentals require additional preparation, as temperatures can drop below freezing from November through March.
What to do
Kayaking in salt marshes: At Wolfe's Neck Oceanfront Campground, campers can explore tidal ecosystems. "We stayed for a night in late May. Very clean. Beautiful views. Nice setting. Some sites are out in open, some have a little more privacy," notes Kelly A., highlighting the natural surroundings.
Eastern Trail biking: The Wild Duck Adult Campground sits approximately one mile from this popular trail. "My wife and I enjoy riding our bikes on rail trails. This quiet campground is about a mile from the Eastern Trail through the Scarborough Marsh," shares Kevin W.
Farm experiences: Visitors to camping cabins near South Windham can interact with working farms. "This campground is located on an organic dairy farm. There is a farm cafe on site with local food. We loved that! We went into Freeport and did a lobster charter on the Jenny ellen boat," explains Tonya M. about her experiences at Wolfe's Neck.
Beach trolley service: Several campgrounds offer transportation to nearby beaches. "Free shuttle to the beach. The days are packed with actives," says Karen D. about the amenities at Bayley's Camping Resort.
What campers like
Adult-only accommodations: Sandy Pines Campground offers designated quiet areas. "The adults only area can get loud in the summer with music during the day," mentions Claire T., noting this feature for those seeking age-restricted spaces.
Proximity to coastal towns: Many campers appreciate cabin locations with easy access to shopping and dining. "Close to the city of Portland, about 20 minutes, but tucked away in the beautiful riverside marsh," describes Alec G. about Wild Duck Adult Campground.
Waterfront cabin sites: Winslow Park And Campground offers ocean-view accommodations. "Clean bathrooms and spacious tent sites. You can choose to have a tent site right on the bay or off of the bay view. The bay view sites are our favorite, we get front row seats every morning to the sunrise on the water," shares Brittany M.
Multiple pools and hot tubs: Larger resorts provide extensive water amenities. "Multiple pools and jacuzzi. Fishing pond, restaurants. One bar/pool area is for adults only. Big playground. Free trolly to transport you back and forth to ocean," says Amy R. about the facilities at one location.
What you should know
High season booking requirements: Paradise Park Resort and similar campgrounds fill quickly during summer months. "We were there the first week of June and could walk up and get a site that day but they said that late June you need to schedule your stay in advanced," advises Monica J.
Mosquito preparedness: Wooded cabin sites often have more insects than open areas. "My husband and I stayed here in our popup for two nights in June 2018. The campground was veeerrryyy quiet... The only negative of this place was the mosquitoes. They were TERRIBLE," warns Megan W.
Water quality varies: Some properties have mineral content in their water supply. "Water is yellow and stunk of iron. Manager assured it was safe. Made our shower look dirty constantly," notes one camper about Family and Friends Campground.
Noise levels vary by location: Campgrounds have different enforcement policies for quiet hours. "Golf carts are available to rent but there was a lot that went buzzing by after quiet hours & kept us awake," observes Heather O. about seasonal activities at Acres of Wildlife.
Tips for camping with families
Multiple playgrounds: Acres Of Wildlife Family Campground provides extensive play options. "Very wooded area. Hard to maneuver big rigs. Steep, unleveled roads," warns one visitor about the terrain, despite the family-friendly amenities.
Themed weekend activities: Many campgrounds host special events throughout the season. "Spent the weekend here for their Halloween weekend. So much to do at this campground!" exclaims Heather O. about the seasonal programming.
Kid-friendly pools: Look for properties with designated children's swimming areas. "This campground is very cute, oriented to families and couples. There are multiple pools and playgrounds. One pool has a hot tub for kids," reports Tonisha T. about Paradise Park Resort.
Pet accommodations: Many properties welcome animals but have specific restrictions. "I felt it was very awesome that they tag your pets incase they get loose somehow then they can be returned to you. They also gift them nice milk bones," mentions Ani G. about Acres of Wildlife's pet-friendly policies.
Tips from RVers
Site dimensions for larger units: Old Orchard Beach Campground accommodates bigger rigs. "Our gravel site was perfectly level with no potholes and the roads leading to our site were easy to navigate in our 45' motorhome," shares Nancy W. about the ease of access.
Hookup positioning: When selecting cabin or RV sites, check utility locations. "Be sure to bring extensions for electrical and sewer as a lot of sites are set up with difficult connection spots," advises Ed C. about Acres of Wildlife Family Campground.
Seasonal differences: Off-peak visits offer different experiences. "We stayed in the 'south section' which tends to have less kids because it is farther away from the 'action,'" recommends Nancy W., noting the strategic site selection for quieter stays.
Dust conditions: Some properties take measures for comfort during dry periods. "Roads in the park are gravel and can get dusty but the staff did use dust-abatement issues that worked pretty well," observes another RVer about site conditions at Wild Acres.
