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Hidden Valley Nature Center

Hosted by Midcoast · Jefferson, Maine
3 sites · Lodging · 1000 acres
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Midcoast Conservancy’s Hidden Valley is 1,000 acres of protected land in Jefferson, Maine. It is rich with a variety of habitat and terrain, including over a mile of shorefront on Little Dyer Pond, nearly 25 miles of multi-use trails are great for hiking, birding, and exploring. Try our rolled and groomed cross country ski trails in the winter. Hidden Valley is a Community Forest, part of over 16,000 acres protected and stewarded by Midcoast Conservancy, a non-profit. A portion of the booking fees supports the organization’s mission to protect and restore vital lands and waters in midcoast Maine on a scale that matters. NOTE: ALL of the cabins and campsites are walk-in only. There is no overnight camping allowed in the parking lot.
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Pond Cabin

96%
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Cabin · Sleeps 10
Pond Cabin is a beautiful, insulated, timber-frame cabin, on the shore of Little Dyer Pond, a 1.4 mile hike from the parking lot. A spacious rustic downstairs features large picture windows overlooking the pond, a long trestle table and benches, and a woodstove for heat. The sleeping loft can reasonably sleep 8 people, is accessible by ladder stairs, and has a window for ventilation. Winter woodstove wood is provided in a woodshed adjacent to the cabin. An outdoor firepit sits between the cabin and the shore with a picnic table and benches. Campfire wood is provided separate from the woodstove wood. An outhouse is located near the cabin. Campers must park in the lot on Egypt Road in Jefferson, associated with Midcoast Conservancy’s Hidden Valley, and walk in to the cabin. In dry months, an off-road style wagon can be pulled to the cabin over the rocky and hilly terrain. When there is snow, a sled offers an easy method of gear and water transport. We do not provide wagons or sleds so if needed, please bring your own. A public hand pump for water is located one third of a mile from the parking lot, about 1 mile from the cabin. Campers will pass it on their hike to the cabin just beyond the Bezon Barn. There is no running water, electricity, or modern amenities, so please be prepared for a wilderness cabin camping experience. Pond Cabin is located at Midcoast Conservancy's 1,000-acre Hidden Valley, offering more than 20 miles of trails to explore. By staying at Pond Cabin, you are supporting Midcoast Conservancy’s mission to protect and restore vital lands and waters in midcoast Maine on a scale that matters.
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Campfires allowed
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Joe & Doe Cabin

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Cabin · Sleeps 8
Joe and Doe is a spacious timber frame cabin that sits perched on a ridge just north of Lower Haybale Pond, three quarters of a mile hike from the parking lot. Inside this insulated cabin, a woodstove provides cozy heat in the colder months and ample windows allow for ventilation in the summer. Downstairs, two wooden single-wide sleeping platforms run along one wall and a table with benches provides seating for many. The second floor loft is accessed by ladder stairs and contains four additional single-wide sleeping platforms and ample floor space for additional people. Out the front door, a partially covered deck with a picnic table offers outdoor dining and cooking space. Joe and Doe Cabin’s placement above the cliffs makes it feel like you are far away in the mountains with big night skies above the evergreens. Winter woodstove wood is provided in a detached woodshed. An outdoor firepit with benches sits next to the cabin with benches and campfire wood is provided. An outhouse is located near the cabin. Campers must park in our Hidden Valley parking lot and hike, bike or ski into their cabin. In dry months, an off road style wagon can be dragged to the cabin over the rocky and hilly terrain. When there is snow a sled offers an easy method of gear and water transport. We do not provide wagons or sleds so bring your own. A public hand pump for water is located one third of a mile from the parking lot, about .5 mile from the cabin. Campers will pass it on their hike to the cabin as they pass the Bezon Barn. There is no running water, electricity, or modern amenities so come prepared for a wilderness cabin camping experience.
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Campfires allowed
Toilet
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Pets allowed
No showers
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Hermit Hut

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Cabin · Sleeps 4
Hermit Hut is a small, insulated, rustic cabin located at the northern end of Midcoast Conservancy’s Hidden Valley property, an almost 2 mile hike from the parking area. Tucked away in a clearing, off the beaten path, visitors are more likely to see wildlife than people. Inside the cabin is a woodstove for heat, large windows, two platform bunk beds (no mattresses, so bring sleeping pads) to accommodate up to 4 people, and a table with four chairs. This classic Maine camp is a great setting for individuals and families looking for quiet and solitude. The clearing around the cabin allows for additional use of tent/s, making Hermit Hut ideal for groups. Winter woodstove wood is provided in a woodshed attached to the cabin. An outdoor firepit sits behind the cabin with a picnic table and benches. Campfire wood is provided separate from the woodstove wood. An outhouse is located near the cabin. Campers must park in the lot on Egypt Road in Jefferson, associated with Midcoast Conservancy’s Hidden Valley, and walk in to their cabin. In dry months, an off-road style wagon can be pulled to the cabin over the rocky and hilly terrain. When there is snow, a sled offers an easy method of gear and water transport. We do not provide wagons or sleds so if needed, please bring your own. A public hand pump for water is located one third of a mile from the parking lot, about 1.5 miles from the cabin. Campers will pass it on their hike to the cabin just beyond the Bezon Barn. There is no running water, electricity, or modern amenities so please be prepared for a wilderness cabin camping experience.
Hike-in access only
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
No showers
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for 4 guests
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Reviews

95% Recommend538 ratings · 294 reviews
Mixed feelings
· June 2025
Group trip ·
Pond Cabin
Great time at the pond cabin, beautiful lake views!
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Rachel F.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2025
With kids ·
Sugar Ridge Yurt
We (family of 5) loved staying in the sugar ridge yurt. The campsite is very clean and the trails are amazing - we spent the day exploring all the different routes through the woods. I highly recommend.
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Samuel R.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
Pond Cabin
The cabin is large and has a sleeping loft and two cots. The wood stove heats up quick and keeps you warm all night long! Love the outdoor fire pit.
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Ashley D.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
Two Dog Hut
The view from the cabin was lovely! We took the short cut there and the regular trail back, the short cut is definitely shorter but very steep! It was so peaceful and quiet there. The cabin was well kept and clean. Thankful for the wood stove, because it was quite cold and wet when we got there, once heated up it was very cozy. Definitely will be back again!
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Leila P.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2025
Starry night cabin
Two Dog Hut
Two Dog was snug for our one cold windy night stay. We wondered what supplies would be there so in case it's helpful for others, noting that some things were clearly just leftovers, so depends on who precedes you: plenty of dry wood for the stove inside (reload the supply from the nearby woodshed before you leave), an old-school can-opener, a roll of TP, foam mats for the sleeping loft, a broom, a box of matches, a few sheets of newspaper, a fire extinguisher, a water kettle, a few DIY pegs and nails for hanging gear/lights, many decks of cards, a cribbage board, guestbook, a low table, two chairs, and a bench on the front porch. Outside is a fire pit, picnic table, and pit toilet. The stove was easy enough to use and did a good job of warming the space, but there's plenty of opportunity for cold air to come through the cabin. We brought water from home and glad we did - looked like the year-round hand pump at the Barn was out of order when we passed. Recommend bringing fire starting supplies, either your own tinder or a small axe bc wood provided is just big logs. If you're there during warmer weather, there are good trees for hammocks.
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Ellen C.
11 reviews
Recommends
· March 2025
With kids ·
Joe & Doe Cabin
Great place. Heavier than you may think to lug everything in so be prepared. Be careful about signage. We walked half a mile up hill in freezing rain for the Joe and Doe cabin but it was the wrong way.
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Darren W.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2025
Two Dog Hut
This place is precious, love the space! Woodstove and 0 degree sleeping bag kept me super cozy. Lots of Barred owls in the woods at night. As campers here, we need to be mindful and not leave debris like orange peels and food scraps; please respect this land that HVNC is sharing with us and leave no trace ❤
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Sara C.
4 reviews
Recommends
· March 2025
Love the Pond Cabin!
Pond Cabin
Beautiful spot. Lovely cabin. Easy to keep nice and warm on a cold night.
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Gregory B.
5 reviews
Recommends
· March 2025
Group trip ·
Pond Cabin
The Pond Cabin is a sweet spot in a beautiful, mixed hardwood forest on the edge of Little Dyer Pond. The wood stove kept us warm and cozy. The Barred Owls hooting at night was a special treat.
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Jim C.
2 reviews
Recommends
· March 2025
HVNC Sugar ridge yurt
Sugar Ridge Yurt
Beautiful location, easy to find and met our expectations for winter camping. Well stocked wood for the wood stove, clean and peaceful.
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Timothy O.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· February 2025
With pets ·
Hermit Hut
Kids and I had a fantastic time! The cabin is beautiful and the woodstove provided plenty of heat, even in February. We'll be back!
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Briana B.
4 reviews
Recommends
· February 2025
Pond Cabin
Pond Cabin
The pond was well stocked with wood, beautiful area and absolutely quiet at night. Great trip.
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Robert B.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· February 2025
With pets ·
Joe & Doe Cabin
The cabin was beautiful and in a great location. Once up to temperature, it held the heat. The view and access to cabin was great.
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Jeffry C.
3 reviews
Not recommend
· February 2025
Heinous outhouse
Group trip ·
Pond Cabin
Outhouse was HEINOUS. Like if I sat down I would have been sitting in someone else’s business with used tp tickling my rear. Said there was potable water. They left one gallon of water. Says insulated. It is not. Several areas where the wind blows right through. Someone tried to fill these holes in with tinfoil. The experience with friends was nice but would definitely pick somewhere else to go especially if you like privacy as this place is right off a very public trail. We had ppl walking right into our area as if they owned the place as well as ppl trying to just come inside to warm up like it was normal even tho we had rented it out
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Seth S.
3 reviews
Recommends
· January 2025
Good for winter camping and skiing
With pets ·
Sugar Ridge Yurt
We really enjoyed this yurt for winter camping. There was enough snow to ski in and out and plenty of good wood for the wood stove. You'll find a table and chairs plus two twin-sized bedframes, one with a mattress one without. There was plenty of room for us to add our full-sized camping mattress on the floor. It's real camping, nothing glamourous, but wonderful to have a cozy destination.
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Ann H.
7 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· January 2025
Love this place.
Two Dog Hut
The land is beautiful and has so much to offer in any season. The space is clean and well cared-for. The loft is spacious and firewood provided. We packed in our own water but one could easily filter/ treat if the water isn't frozen! We didn't see a single soul the whole time, and enjoyed equally our relaxing by the fire and our walkabouts.
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Eliza B.
4 reviews
Recommends
· January 2025
Group trip ·
Joe & Doe Cabin
The cabin was great! Big enough for more than just two people. I have been coming here for years. The cots in this cabin are a nice touch, just wish we could move them around. A few things to note though, the wood stove in the Joe & Doe cabin takes HOURS to heat up, and you need to constantly feed it. Not like the other wood stoves in the other cabins up there. Also, the people before us didn’t bring any wood inside to dry out before we got there and there were no wood chips in the outhouse. The cabins are great, but the price has gone up a lot, and it doesn’t look like they are being checked in on as much as they used to be.
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Ashley D.
2 reviews
Recommends
· December 2024
Magical!
Two Dog Hut
This spot was a gem! Cozy and off the beaten path. A perfect getaway for those who like the outdoors, hiking, and the sounds of nature.
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Heidi O.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· December 2024
Rustic winter cabin camping
Two Dog Hut
Two Dog Hut was such a fabulous spot for winter cabin camping!! A bit more than a mile hike in, we used a sled to bring some extra bedding and paired with the woodstove, we were quite cozy. It was outfitted with an assortment of fun things—playing cards, backgammon board, extra matches, and foam sleeping pads in the loft. The clear roof made basking in the sunshine (and the moonlight!) quite lovely even on a 10 degree day. Definitely will be back!
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Kitty W.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· December 2024
Group trip ·
Joe & Doe Cabin
The cabin was a great spot for a group of buddies to get away for a quick trip. Heading into the cabin in the dark made for a great surprise in the morning with the very interesting terrain and forests around.
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Jason L.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· December 2024
Cozy little cabin in the woods.
Two Dog Hut
We loved our stay at Two Dog Hut. The light snow that had fallen on Thanksgiving made our stay even more cozy. The cabin is a bit drafty but we kept the fire fed and stayed warm inside while the outside temperature dipped into the 20s. Our dog loved the hiking trails and we explored some of the other campsites. We’ll definitely return!
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Richard B.
4 reviews
Recommends
· December 2024
Outhouse Needs Servicing ASAP
Pond Cabin
We've been going to Pond Cabin for five years now. It's a super special place, though it has significantly negatively changed with ownership changes and since it came onto this website, Hipcamp. One main concern from our last stay is that the outhouse at Pond Cabin is absolutely full - it's pretty gross. It needs to be dealt with ASAP. I don't see how the Midcoast Conservancy can continue to charge these enormously inflated prices while not having a serviceable bathroom option. We're of course happy to pee outside when camping, but this land is very public and there needs to be a private bathroom option when charging nearly $200 a night to stay in the woods. It's absurd. HVNC has to deal with this before winter really sets in. It's inappropriate to charge what they do without any maintenance of the outhouses.
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Deenah L.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2024
With kids ·
Two Dog Hut
We stayed in the Two Dog Hut. It's small but very comfortable. The wood stove is perfect. The loft has tons of room and there were some sleeping pads laid out which made it even more comfortable when using a camping pad. Ton's of fire wood available. The only thing I would recommend is that they update the maps. The ones located at the welcome center do not show where the campsites are. One of the posted maps does, but the physical one's do not show the camps. It's fairly obvious that Two Dog Hut is on Two Dog Trail, but the other's ones I would have struggled to find. All and all this place is amazing. My son and I had a great two days.
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David G.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2024
Group trip ·
Joe & Doe Cabin
Yet another spectacular trip to Joe & Doe cabin! This is an incredible place to connect with friends and with all that the Midcoast's forests have to offer. Thank you to Midcoast Conservancy for all you do at HVNC.
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Finn B.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2024
Hermit Hut
Cozy warm cabin, great hike in, dog loved it, and it was a great mind reset💕
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Karla V.
2 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
Group trip ·
Pond Cabin
I loved out stay at the Pond Cabin at Hidden Valley Nature Center! The hike in was easy and the cabin was cozy. Coloring on Dyer Pond was beautiful. It was so quiet. An all around great nature adventure.
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Leah W.
2 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
Two Dog Hut
Absolutely beautiful completely remote location away from all the sounds and lights of the city and no cars are allowed in the grounds the perfect place to disconnect and be a part of nature
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Xavier R.
6 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
Group trip ·
Pond Cabin
We loved the Pond Cabin. Super clean, stove worked great, and beautiful in mid October. Wouldn’t change a thing
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Isaac M.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2024
Joe and Doe in the Autumn
With pets ·
Joe & Doe Cabin
We loved the Joe and Doe Cabin! I was a wee bit disappointed that the Pond Cabin wasn’t available (my husband took a class to help build it!) …but oh my gosh! The Joe and Doe Cabin was SO private and situated in such a beautiful spot, which was close to the Main Barn and probably the easiest to haul things in to. I think it was ideal for us. My 4 year old has been obsessed with camping, this was a good introduction. The wood stove was wonderful and kept us HOT most of the night. We had bought my 2 year old a down bunting sleeping bag, which she did not use. We had to open a window, haha. The sound of the owls and sleeping in the moonlight was charming. Can’t wait to go back (with less stuff!).
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Jillian F.
1 year on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· October 2024
Pond Cabin
We loved the cabin with the big windows, the trails and the location. Morning light on the water and trees is magical, as is the moon rise with sounds of owls hooting. I would certainly love to come back again. I realize that that volunteers do much of the work, so please tending the following will make the experience of the next campers better: both cans of wood ash were over flowing, so there is not a spot to clean out the wood stove, the outhouse is at capacity and the wood box was near empty. Many thanks!
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Lisa B.
1 year on Hipcamp

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Jefferson, Lincoln County, Maine, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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