Does Carter's XC Ski Center have toilets?

Yes — toilets are available at every site at Carter's XC Ski Center. There is an outhouse near the cabin.

Is drinking water available at Carter's XC Ski Center?

Yes — potable water is available at every site at Carter's XC Ski Center. Jugs

Does Carter's XC Ski Center have showers?

Showers are available at 1 of 3 sites at Carter's XC Ski Center. No shower facility

Does Carter's XC Ski Center have cooking equipment?

Yes — cooking equipment is available at every site at Carter's XC Ski Center. Bring your own food, cooler and condiments

Does Carter's XC Ski Center have wifi?

Wifi is available at 1 of 3 sites at Carter's XC Ski Center. Cell tower reception is good but no WiFi at cabin.

Does Carter's XC Ski Center have trash disposal?

Trash disposal is available at 1 of 3 sites at Carter's XC Ski Center.

How do you get to the sites at Carter's XC Ski Center?

2WD accessible. Park at your site.

Are pets allowed at Carter's XC Ski Center?

Yes — Carter's XC Ski Center is pet-friendly. Off leash at some sites.

Are campfires allowed at Carter's XC Ski Center?

No — campfires are not allowed at Carter's XC Ski Center. However, the ban still allows gas stoves.

What is the check-in process at Carter's XC Ski Center?

You'll meet and greet with your host Anne upon arrival.

What is the cancellation policy at Carter's XC Ski Center?

Moderate at some sites; Flexible at the others. Full refund 3 days before check in time starts.

What time is check-in and check-out at Carter's XC Ski Center?

Check-in at 2pm. Check-out at 11am.

How far in advance can you book, and how long can you stay at Carter's XC Ski Center?

Book up to 9 months ahead. Same-day bookings at some sites; the others need 12 hours' notice. Stay at least 2 nights.

Does Carter's XC Ski Center have picnic tables?

No — no picnic tables at Carter's XC Ski Center.

Each Cabin and trail is labeled and maps can be found all over the property.

This is a separate cabin down the road that they also have available.

The river is about a mile walk from the main ski lodge and Anne was nice enough to let us take the canoes out!

There is also ample swimming spots and trails along the water.

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Carter's XC Ski Center

Hosted by Anne · Bethel, Maine

3 sites · Lodging · 200 acres

98%

45 reviews

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Carter's Cross Country Ski Center and Shop has been a family-owned business since 1984. The land on which the trails have been built on has been in the Carter family since the late 1700's. The first Carter who came to Bethel was the first doctor in the area that helped Mollyocket, a Native American medicine woman. All the different generations that came along after were either farmers or loggers or both. Carter's XC Ski Center is located on the banks of the Big Androscoggin River. Our private established skiing/walking trails meander through the Maine woods all the way up to Farwell Mountain, overlooking Sunday River Ski, the Presidential and Mahoosuc Mountain Ranges and Mt. Washington. Nearby is Middle Intervale Farm, owned by John Carter, who produces his own vegetables and meat. He has a small, self-serve farm stand right on Intervale Road, next to Carter's. Guests can enjoy the property's views and amenities, such as hiking, kayaking, canoeing, skiing, snowshoeing, biking, bird watching, and relaxing. Enjoy the peacefulness and tranquility in one of our three cabins in the Maine woods.

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Lodging

3 sites

Stonewall Cabin

100%

(30)

Cabin · Sleeps 6

Stonewall cabin is an off grid cabin on wooded cross country ski trails with nearby views of The Presidential Mountain Range and Sunday River in western Maine. Sunsets! You will need to bring your own sleeping bag/linens (2 full size beds) and head-lamp. In the summer you can drive-in, winter access by skis or snowshoes only; trek is under 1 km from parking and we rent skis or snowshoes if needed. Winter heat is by wood stove, wood is provided. Cabin has propane lights and cooking range. Kitchen items provided. No running water but we supply jugs of water. Our newest cabin, designed as a tiny house with an open concept and 2 lofts. Currently it has 2 double beds and 1 twin daybed downstairs and a sitting area with a table and benches, a kitchen area and a woodstove. The kitchen area has pots, pans, dishes and utensils. There is a french press. There are dishcloths and basins in sinks for doing dishes. If you want dishes to be simpler, please bring your own paper plates. There are lots of magazines, some books, games, and drawing materials. There are gas lights too. We also provide matches, candles and battery-operated lanterns. It is helpful to bring a headlamp or other lanterns for more light if you wish. Please bring your own linens or sleeping bags and pillowcases. We provide fitted sheets and there are a few throw blankets around. We also provide kindling, fire starter material, matches, and firewood. Please keep the woodbox full and remember to stock the stove before bed, but most likely you’ll have to throw some more logs in the stove early in the morning, or get up during the night. This is a winter adventure after all! You must snowshoe or ski to the cabins in the winter, but no worries, it is a short 1o minute trip in and we rent both skis or snowshoes for your convenience. You should always bring both snowshoes or xc skis if you have them. Otherwise we have lots of rentals. Check out our home page for current trail conditions before arriving. The cabins don’t have running water, but we provide potable water for cooking and cleaning. You can drink it too, but should probably bring extra. Since this is a rustic cabin, there is only an outhouse. We provide toilet paper and hand sanitizer, but you may want to bring wipes too. The cabins are located on our trails, which means the cabin rental includes trail passes to our ski center and access to the trails during the off-season. During the winter season the trails are great for xc skiing, snowshoeing, and fat tire biking. During the other months our trails are excellent for trail biking, trail running, hiking, and walking and the Androscoggin River is great for swimming, canoeing, and kayaking. The cabins don’t have running water, but we provide potable water for cooking and cleaning. You can drink it too, but should probably bring extra. Since this is a rustic cabin, there is only an outhouse. We provide toilet paper and hand sanitizer, but you may want to bring wipes too. The cabins are located on our trails, which means the cabin rental includes trail passes to our ski center and access to the trails during the off-season. During the winter season the trails are great for xc skiing, snowshoeing, and fat tire biking. During the other months our trails are excellent for trail biking, trail running, hiking, and walking and the Androscoggin River is great for swimming, canoeing, and kayaking.

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Showers

No picnic table

Camp Fern

98%

(21)

Cabin · Sleeps 6

Beautiful views of Sunday River and Carter Moriahs from the windows of this 2 story cabin. Lots of open common space on the first floor, great for hanging out with family or friends. This cabin has an open concept upstairs with 4 double beds. Loocated directly on our xc ski trail, folks can walk, hike, ski or snowshoe right out the front door! Named after our grandmother, Fern Lyndell Carter, Camp Fern was built by my father, Dave Carter, in 2001. It is a lovely, 2-story cabin with a lot of character and coziness. Currently it has 2 double beds and 1 double bunk bed upstairs, and a sitting area with a few comfy chairs. Downstairs consists of an open-concept kitchen/dining room area with a woodstove, an antique wood cookstove (just for show), a gas cook stove, kitchen area with pots, pans, dishes and utensils. There is a pour over coffee maker and a stove-top percolator. There are dishcloths and basins for doing dishes. If you want dishes to be simpler, please bring your own paper plates. Also in the dining room there’s bench seating and chairs around a table. There are lots of magazines, some books, games, and drawing materials. There are gas lights too. We also provide matches, candles and battery-operated lanterns. It is helpful to bring a headlamp or other lanterns for more light if you wish. Please bring your own linens or sleeping bags and pillowcases. We provide fitted sheets and there are a few throw blankets around. We also provide kindling, fire starter material, matches, and firewood. Please keep the woodbox full and remember to stock the stove before bed, but most likely you’ll have to throw some more logs in the stove early in the morning or get up during the night. This is a winter adventure after all! The cabins don’t have running water, but we provide potable water in gallon jugs for cooking and cleaning. You can drink it too, but should probably bring extra. Since this is a rustic cabin, there is only an outhouse. We provide toilet paper and hand sanitizer, but you may want to bring wipes too. The cabins are located on our trails, which means the cabin rental includes trail passes to our ski center and access to the trails during the off-season. During the winter season the trails are great for xc skiing, snowshoeing, and fat tire biking. During the other months our trails are excellent for trail biking, trail running, hiking, and walking and the Androscoggin River is great for swimming, canoeing, and kayaking.

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No showers

No picnic table

Farwell Mountain Cabin

88%

(4)

Cabin · Sleeps 6

This cabin has gorgeous views of many mountain ranges and The Big Androscoggin River. It is right on the cross country ski trails and surrounded by woods. There are 2 double beds and 1 twin daybed. It is very private, and you can drive to it in the summer and fall. Late fall and early December, you may have to ski in or hike in on foot or snowshoes. This one room cabin was once a meeting house on top a hill in North Paris. It is quaint and cozy. Currently it has 2 double beds and 1 double bunk bed. The open-concept kitchen/dining room area has a woodstove, a gas cook stove, kitchen area with pots, pans, dishes and utensils. There is a pour over coffee maker and a stove-top percolator. There are dishcloths and basins for doing dishes. If you want dishes to be simpler, please bring your own paper plates. Also in the dining room there’s bench seating and chairs around a table. There are lots of magazines, some books, games, and drawing materials. There are gas lights too. We also provide matches, candles and battery-operated lanterns. It is helpful to bring a headlamp or other lanterns for more light if you wish. Please bring your own linens or sleeping bags and pillowcases. We provide fitted sheets and there are a few throw blankets around. We also provide kindling, fire starter material, matches, and firewood. Please keep the woodbox full and remember to stock the stove before bed, but most likely you’ll have to throw some more logs in the stove early in the morning, or get up during the night. This is a winter adventure after all! You must snowshoe or ski to the cabins in the winter, but no worries, it is a short 1o minute trip in and we rent both skis or snowshoes for your convenience. The cabins don’t have running water, but we provide potable water for cooking and cleaning. You can drink it too, but should probably bring extra. Since this is a rustic cabin, there is only an outhouse. We provide toilet paper and hand sanitizer, but you may want to bring wipes too. The cabins are located on our trails, which means the cabin rental includes trail passes to our ski center and access to the trails during the off-season. During the winter season the trails are great for xc skiing, snowshoeing, and fat tire biking. During the other months our trails are excellent for trail biking, trail running, hiking, and walking and the Androscoggin River is great for swimming, canoeing, and kayaking.

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No showers

No picnic table

Reviews

98%· 57 reviews

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Review summary
Generated from real Hipcamper reviews
Camp Fern offers a cozy and peaceful retreat, perfect for those looking to disconnect and enjoy nature. The cabins are well-maintained and equipped, with a wood stove adding to the warm atmosphere. While most reviews highlight the tranquility and excellent host communication, a few mention nearby highway noise and unmaintained trails in certain areas. Overall, guests appreciate the comfortable accommodations and the cabin's proximity to hiking trails and outdoor activities.
Matt S.
Camped at Camp Fern, Oct 2026.
Recommends
We had an amazing stay at Camp Fern. The leaves were in full fall colors. The trails around cabin were fun to explore. The wood stove was so cozy for the cooler nights. We will definitely return!
Gabriel F.
Camped at Camp Fern with pets, Sept 2026.
Recommends
Camp Fern is a great, peaceful spot! Communication with hosts was limited, but the cabin wasn't hard to find on the Carter's map.
Janet G.
Camped at Camp Fern, Dec 2024.
Recommends
Camp Fern was the perfect getaway. Anne fired up the woodstove & I arrived to a warm & cozy cottage. My favorite spot was watching the sun set from the upstairs. I enjoyed the quiet and beauty of nature. Fantastic communication from Anne. I look forward to returning some day.

Amenities

Pit toilets
Potable waterSpigot, Hose, Bottled water or jugs
ShowersAt some sites · Hot water
WifiAt some sites
Trash disposalAt some sites · Trash bin
Cooking equipmentPrivate, Oven, Stovetop or hot plate, Cookware, Cooking utensils, Dishware, Cutlery, Basic seasoning and oils, Sink or other dishwashing station
No fire pits
No picnic tables
No laundry
No hot tub
No playground

Things to know

2WD accessiblePark at your site.
Pet-friendlyOff leash at some sites.
No campfiresCampfires aren't permitted here. However, the ban still allows gas stoves.
Check-in processYou'll meet and greet with your host Anne upon arrival.
Cancellation policyModerate at some sites; Flexible at the others. Full refund 3 days before check in time starts.
Check-in and check-outCheck-in at 2pm. Check-out at 11am.
Booking windowBook up to 9 months ahead. Same-day bookings at some sites; the others need 12 hours' notice. Stay at least 2 nights.