Cabins near Loudon, New Hampshire range from basic accommodations to full-service vacation rentals. The region sits within central New Hampshire's Lakes Region at elevations between 500-900 feet, creating mild summer temperatures ideal for outdoor recreation. Winter occupancy at cabin facilities varies, with some closing entirely while others maintain year-round operations with additional heating amenities.
What to do
Mountain biking trails: Bear Brook State Park offers extensive trail networks directly accessible from camping areas. "We camped here to check out the mountain bike trails in the park and we're not disappointed on either count. The campground is nice and spacious, well kept and the staff is friendly. The biking trails were a blast," notes Eammon C. from Bear Brook State Park Campground.
Water activities: The cabin accommodations at Pawtuckaway State Park provide excellent access to paddling opportunities. Matt R. explains, "This is a fantastic little camp for if you want to go canoeing or kayaking or boating of any kind! It's set up of three islands and a large majority of the campsites are right on the water." Rental equipment is available during peak season from May through September.
Hiking options: Multiple trail difficulty levels exist throughout the region's parks, suitable for different ability ranges. Utshob A. who stayed at Bear Brook mentions, "The park was easy to get to, only about half an hour from Manchester. It has kayak rentals and a very well stocked camp store, that was close to the camp sites."
Winter recreation: Some cabin rentals remain open during snow season, particularly those near ski areas. "We enjoyed this campground! The staff upon arrival was so nice. It was so quiet at night! Got to walk to hike Gunstock," shares Christine M. about Gunstock Campground, which offers winter hiking and skiing options.
What campers like
Private waterfront locations: Sites with lake access remain the most requested cabin options in the region. J L. comments about Pawtuckaway State Park Campground, "The sites on the water book up quickly but they're perfect for fishing and boating. Also, the view!" Reservation windows open six months in advance for most waterfront cabin properties.
Spacious settings: Campers frequently mention site size as a key factor in cabin selection. Anne G. notes about Ramblewood Cabins and Campground, "We have stayed here a few times and really enjoyed sites and hospitality!" Many cabins feature dedicated outdoor areas with fire rings and picnic areas.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bath facilities rank highly in cabin campground reviews. Kirsten J. describes Silver Lakes Park Campground as "an incredibly well maintained campground off Jamestown Road in Belmont NH. Brent and Dee Phillips have owned this campground for 3 seasons - and their love for this place shows!"
Year-round options: Some cabin rentals offer extended season availability. "We're surrounding by trees and it's breathtaking when surrounded by freshly fallen snow," shares Leakhena R. about winter stays at Friendly Beaver Campground. Heated cabins typically require advance booking during winter months as availability decreases significantly.
What you should know
Varied amenities between properties: Cabin facilities range from basic shelters to full-service accommodations. "The campground is very friendly... a lot of seasonal folks. We had a nice corner site which fit our 34' rig just fine. The sandy beach is nice but the swimming area is quite weedy," notes Tammy about Sandy Beach Campground.
Limited cell service: Connectivity varies significantly between cabin locations. Jean C. reports about Bear Brook State Park: "Cell phone coverage varies from 1-2 bars, not always 4G, on Verizon." Some properties offer limited Wi-Fi near main buildings but rarely extend to individual cabin sites.
Road noise considerations: Proximity to highways affects some cabin locations more than others. Erika H. mentions at Keyser Pond Campground, "The tent sites are wicked small, packed together and so close to the highway you don't get an ounce of quiet."
Reservation requirements: Most cabin facilities require substantial advance booking, particularly for weekend stays. Brandon C. notes about Cold Springs Camp Resort, "My biggest gripe is the limit of 2 adults MAX per site. As an adult with no kids I would like to bring along another couple once in a while that also enjoys camping."
Tips for camping with families
Pool access: Multiple swimming options provide alternatives to lake swimming for children. Sara D. comments on Cold Springs Camp Resort: "So many amenities, you just couldn't get bored if you tried to. Beautiful, extremely clean bathrooms, reasonably priced little cafe, big camp store, very friendly staff, 4 outdoor pools & pretty big campground that has a gated entry/exit that needs a key card pass you get upon registering."
Playgrounds: Several cabin properties maintain dedicated play structures. Kate C. shares about Friendly Beaver Campground: "We've been back here a few times because my girls love it. They have 3 outdoor pools (sports, toddler, regular) plus an indoor pool for rainy or chilly days. They have a few animals the kids can feed. They also have crafts, hayrides and games, playground and other events."
Educational opportunities: Wildlife viewing and nature programs supplement outdoor recreation. Ellen C. who stayed at Pawtuckaway describes, "I forgot the daily visits from the ducks, like clockwork morning and dusk a family of ducks visited looking for grub and although most feed them bread, I know that's not good for them so they left unsatisfied."
Quiet time enforcement: Family-focused properties typically maintain strict noise policies. Sara D. notes at Friendly Beaver: "The campsite itself was squished in between two other sites so closely that we could hear others in their tent whispering during quiet hours, lol, no trees in between sites whatsoever where we were."
Tips from RVers
Site selection: RV sites with cabins often have different characteristics than tent-focused areas. Melissa B. advises about Gunstock Campground: "Most of the sites are out in the open though, or very close together. Not so bad if you're camping in trailers or RVs, but if tent camping you won't really have any privacy in those locations. I recommend the sites back in Breezy Knolls (K01-K17 I think?) and then I believe sites 203 and 205 were nice and tucked away in the trees as well."
Seasonal timing: Off-peak rentals offer quieter experiences and better site selection. Jean C. mentions regarding Bear Brook: "I hadn't camped here in the past 8 years, so decided it was time to revisit; it helped that it was one of the campgrounds still open after Columbus Day weekend. Although reservations are available online, I didn't need them for closing weekend; 3 sites were occupied when I arrived, about 15 by the end of the weekend."
Site access considerations: Some cabin areas have challenging access roads. Robert M. advises about Sandy Beach: "Small but well organized campground. TT members will find all the comforts of home. Staff is pleasant and helpful. Quiet during the weekdays, picks up over weekends but not to overbearing. Mostly a 5th wheelers park but you can see a 34 foot class A here and there so don't fret, there is room."
