Cabin rentals near Ocean Pines, Maryland range from waterfront locations on Sinepuxent Bay to forest settings about 20 minutes inland. The area sits at a near-sea-level elevation with hot, humid summers reaching 85-90°F and mild winters typically above freezing. Most cabins fill 3-4 months in advance during peak summer season, with some park cabins remaining open year-round despite the coastal region's reputation as a primarily summer destination.
What to do
Beach access at Delaware Seashore State Park: Located about 35 minutes from Ocean Pines, the park offers a lifeguarded beach with clean bathhouses. "Beautiful views. Ocean was a short 5 minute walk from our campsite- along with a playground and delicious restaurant," notes one visitor to Delaware Seashore State Park Campground.
Kayaking at Trap Pond: The park features bald cypress trees along paddling trails. "We set up our hammocks on the edge of the water. We walked around the pond and rented boats and kayaks for the day and rowed back to our site which the kids loved," reports a camper at Trap Pond State Park Campground.
Biking on paved trails: Cape Henlopen offers flat terrain ideal for beginner cyclists. "The trails are awesome and easy to walk or ride bikes on, with a few hills to muscle up, but it's mostly flat terrain and paved. There's a nature center nearby that also lets you borrow a bike for free if you didn't bring your own," explains a visitor.
Military history exploration: Explore World War II bunkers and observation towers at coastal parks. "As a former military installation, there are lots of military historical items and sites. Underground bunkers and batteries and such. There's a wonderful observation tower built on top of one of these that affords beautiful 360 degree views."
Crabbing from waterfront sites: Some campgrounds offer direct bay access for crabbing. "Great site space. They have a private dock for fishing and crabbing and the sunrise is a must see from the deck."
What campers like
Water park access: Sun Outdoors Frontier Town includes free water park admission with cabin stays. "This vacation beach RV park is super fun for the kids. They have old time plays, skits, and activities... There is a camp store that is slightly pricey, but expected, a saloon, an ice cream shoppe, an AWESOME waterpark, and the theme park," reports a visitor to Sun Outdoors Frontier Town.
Cabin layouts and amenities: The cabins at many parks feature efficient designs with essential comforts. "The cabins are very well laid out, has a lot of room, and are super 'beach bummy.' The cabins are fairly pricey, but worth the cost!" notes a guest at Sun Outdoors Ocean City.
Tiki bars and entertainment: Beachfront areas with live music create a resort atmosphere. "The beach bar is VERY strict about being 21 or older and can get extremely rude about it, but it is understandable. Overall a great place to stay!"
Clean facilities: Many campgrounds maintain high standards despite heavy use. "The bathrooms are beautiful and kept very clean," mentions a visitor to Sun Outdoors Rehoboth Bay. "The bathhouses are clean and the showers are spacious enough," adds another camper.
Helpful staff: Campground employees often go above and beyond, especially for first-time campers. "We started camping for the first time in 2020 and were extremely new. The staff bent over backwards to help us out the entire weekend. Never did I see a frown or 'here they go again' face."
What you should know
Cabin availability varies by season: Many parks reduce operations outside summer months. "We camped here several years ago but in the off-season, and wanted to kayak among the bald cypress trees. Glad we came back!" mentions a visitor to Trap Pond.
Pet policies differ widely: Some cabins welcome pets while others strictly prohibit them. "Our dog, Daisy, loved the beach and the dog park and socialization w her pooch friends," notes a visitor to Treasure Beach RV Park & Campground.
Island cabins require transport planning: Remote cabin sites may need wheelbarrows to move gear. "They have wheelbarrows to borrow so if you have a drive up site you can use them. While we were there they were building a new bath house near the island and cabin sites otherwise porter potties were there."
Noise levels vary by section: Some cabins are in quiet areas, others near entertainment zones. "People are always super friendly, kind and welcoming. Every weekend there's a band or DJ at the beach at night."
Some walk-in cabins only: Not all cabin sites allow vehicles nearby. "The sites were awesome. Clean shower houses all day long. Lots of activities for the kids and the water park was amazing."
Tips for camping with families
Check swimming hour restrictions: Some campground pools have limited hours. "There is a nice pool and a very nice mini golf course that we played almost every night because it was a fun thing to do after dark and before bed," reports a visitor to Sun Outdoors Ocean City Gateway.
Plan longer stays for resort-style campgrounds: Many activities require multiple days to experience. "If you do go make sure you go for a week so you can try to do it all. Very calm and relaxing."
Consider cabin location for playground access: Some sites offer direct views of play areas. "Highly recommend our site to anyone with littles as you can literally relax at your site while your child plays at the playground!"
Look for free shuttle service: Several campgrounds offer beach transportation. "It is about 20 min to ocean city but they have a free bus to take you to ocean. Great prices nice staff."
Reserve equipment rentals early: Canoes, kayaks and golf carts book quickly. "It has a large open pier complete with well stocked, well informed and reasonably priced tackle shop on the pier."
Tips from RVers
Book cabins when traveling with non-RV friends: Cabins allow mixed camping groups to stay together. "We stayed across from two cabins as we were traveling with two families that do not own RVs to be near to them. We had a blast!!" notes a visitor to Island Resort Campground.
Check for cement patios at cabin sites: Level surfaces extend usable outdoor space. "Sites have 30A electric and water with a nearby convenient dump station. Great for big rigs, very clean, cement patios, very level."
Reserve early for holiday weekends: Cabins fill quickly during peak periods. "We were here over the Memorial Day holiday and the place was packed! Still, it was a fun and relaxing weekend."
Confirm driving distances to attractions: Some cabins advertise beach proximity but require longer drives. "The only bad thing about this place is it 17 miles to rebhoth beach but they do have a free buss to it."
Watch for site flooding after rain: Low-lying areas may collect water. "It had rained just before getting there. A few sites were flooded but most were okay."
