The best river, stream, or creek glamping near Houlton, Maine

If you're looking for a luxurious camping experience by the river in Houlton, Maine, Hipcamp has over 50 options for glamping sites to choose from. The average price per night is $69, with options as low as $25. Check out top-rated sites like Micro A-Frame Cabin (36 reviews), 100 Mile Wilderness Cabin (28 reviews), and Soul Retrieve-Hill LLC (24 reviews). Popular amenities include showers, pets, and trash, while activities like paddling, surfing, and fishing are a hit with campers.

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Top-rated campgrounds

If you're looking for a luxurious camping experience by the river in Houlton, Maine, Hipcamp has over 50 options for glamping sites to choose from. The average price per night is $69, with options as low as $25. Check out top-rated sites like Micro A-Frame Cabin (36 reviews), 100 Mile Wilderness Cabin (28 reviews), and Soul Retrieve-Hill LLC (24 reviews). Popular amenities include showers, pets, and trash, while activities like paddling, surfing, and fishing are a hit with campers.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Moose Hill Cabin

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32mi from Houlton · 1 site · Lodging · East Millinocket, ME

Wake up in a 12 x 24 ft off grid cabin nestled in the peace and quiet of the North Woods of Maine. An hour north of Bangor, it’s the perfect location to enjoy nature and reconnect with the people and things that matter most. A short (about a hour, like everything in the north woods) drive to Baxter State Park, Penobscot River Trails and East Grand Lake.

2. Rugged & Re-Charged

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36mi from Houlton · 2 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Chapman, ME

Camp in this secluded off-grid cabin or pitch your tents – and if you're with a group, why not do both! If you're in need of a few days away from it all, this property is the perfect escape – no neighbors, no noise, and no connection to the daily grind. The property spans 86 acres and is surrounded by thousands of acres of undeveloped state land and picturesque farm fields. ATV and snowmobile trails are easily accessible right from the property, so bring along your motorized toys. For hunting enthusiasts, gather your buddies and head to these woods, where moose, bear, deer, fox, and all of nature's bounty have been consistently spotted. Hiking and biking trails on Scopan Mountain are seamlessly connected to this property, eliminating the need to drive to trailheads. Scopan Knob offers stunning views of Mount Katahdin, along with miles of trails for hiking and biking. Don't forget to explore Scopan Lake and all the other fantastic recreational activities that Presque Isle has to offer. Plus, you're only minutes away from the University of Maine at Presque Isle and the stunning summer potato blossoms!

3. The PRT & KW&W NP Family Basecamp

45mi from Houlton · 2 sites · Lodging · Medway, ME

Our property is located just below the Penobscot River Trails wilderness biking and hiking trails that surround and interconnect with the Katahdin Woods and Waters National park. This vast wilderness area spans the eastern slope of the Katahdin mountain range and its Eastern slope, featuring the magicle East Branch of the Penbscot river and its tributaries, with many attractions and day biking and mild water adventures starting from the camp. Our two easy to find private family glamping campsites offer a very comfortable modern rv luxury campers that sleep up to 8-10, and are completely outfitted and offer maid service and high speed internet and streaming services over a fiber optic/wifi connection. The property offers a semi private family camping compound with an open fire place, extra tenting areas, generous parking and a private family playground. We have one woodland site, and one riverside site. Our playground offers an 18 hole chipping golf course, 9 hole woodland disc golf course, pickle ball/ badmitten court, ax throwing board, child zip line, horse shoes, cornhole, and a fish feeding trout hole. We also rent e-bikes, kayaks, fishing equipment and watercraft, family float tubes, and shuttle services for adventure pick ups and drop offs. All at very low prices!!! We also provide assistance for taylored outdoor camping and exploring experiences, including trip prep, shuttling, securing fire permits, gear and bike/boat rentals, live lobster and seafood orders, large meal assistance, and a manned tiki bar with appetizers, pizzas and campfire snacks and waitservice, with a convegnient hourly rental option. Our approach is not toughing it. Our goal is to create a great family camping memory!

4. Riverbend Cabin and Sauna

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12mi from Houlton · 1 site · Lodging · Monticello, ME

David purchased the property from his parents and built the log cabin, sauna and privy with good friends who also constructed the Rope Bridge. Linda came along in 2000 and moved in with her dog. David was just finishing up a bedroom addition to the cabin, just in time! We got married on the property in 2002. Our family gathers together a lot throughout the summers and we have a ski commute to our vehicles during the winter. We love to share our cabin with those of like mind. It's truly a sweet spot!Learn more about this land:Our cabin in the woods offers you a sweet getaway. Think of it as Luxury Camping. No running water but fresh water is provided. Privy on premises. Gas stove. Wood stove. No refrigeration (coolers & ice works!). Grill. Fire pit. Basic kitchen items. Wood-fired sauna. Totally off grid. Located on the river.The cabin is suited for short term stays, though someone with a good comfort level of being in nature and off grid could enjoy a longer stay. Life slows down in our neck of the woods.

Stories from the community

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Shailynn

3 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Moose Hill Cabin

Such a cute little cabin! Perfect for my weekend getaway with my dogs. I arrived after dark and had a little trouble finding it, but just download your maps and you’ll be fine! Can’t wait to come back!

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Patrick

October 2025

2 nights at Moose Hill Cabin

What a wonderful cabin! Make sure to enjoy the warmth of the wood stove while you hear the sounds of nature (and the occasional train). Not for those who need electricity, wifi, cell service, or running water, but if you want to get off the grid whole being less than an hour from the nearest large town, then this is for you.

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Vincent

August 2025

1 night at Rugged & Re-Charged

This property is very clean, well maintained and peaceful. There is easy access to numerous well marked ATV, snow mobile and hiking trails. The owners are super helpful and have thought of everything that will make the off grid camping experience a memorable one. Everyone in the surrounding area is friendly and willing to share their knowledge of the region. If you’re looking to spend a few quiet days away from it all, this is the camp to visit. I’ll be back again at my first opportunity!

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Dan

August 2025

With kids

1 night at Rugged & Re-Charged

Very quiet area & we never heard any other visitors or residents around us the entire stay. Expect rustic conditions, wildlife, & lots of shade. Very modern - running water from a mountain water well, lighting, propane stove & oven, a large kitchen counter, a kitchen table with four chairs, a super comfortable leather chair & ottoman, a jackknife sofa, a queen bed, & a set of bunk beds. There is also a very new wood burning stove with lots of wood. There is also a wall heater that is fueled by propane. Stocked with cutlery, service utensils, glasses, & mugs. Has a large Blackstone grill under cover. Chairs around the outside of the property. Owners supplied a large cooler. • Outdoor sink. Two large picnic tables. Typical outhouse, is very new & close to front door. State owned bathroom just a few minute drive. • Large outdoor shower with HOT water near front door. • All amenities very easy to use just follow the directions. • Mountain trails for hikes for every level of hiker with signs of wildlife. • Nearby - Produce stand called Arnold’s Farm Market nearby. • Fort Kent –Canadian Border Crossing & the Swamp Bucket restaurant. • Presque Isle - coffee shops & The Riverside Inn Restaurant. • Caribou – go to “Sleepers” for clothing & the bowling alley. HUGE! Longer reviews on other review sites. We will definitely be back for a longer trip next time. Thank you to the owners of MMC Outdoors! You’re all very lucky to have this beautiful camp to enjoy with your families

Snake shedding its skin on the wood pile!

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knate

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Rugged & Re-Charged

This cabin and the surrounding land was absolutely beautiful! Unplugged and real camping without everyday luxuries is something everyone should do once in a while to eliminate all the noise. This camp was it! I would recommend 100x over! Definitely going back soon!

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Lynn

July 2025

With pets

3 nights at Rugged & Re-Charged

Mark’s place was perfect for a quiet few days away from the hustle and bustle. The guidebook was super specific and very helpful. Mark called me to talk about the ins and outs of the place, with the amenities of running water, electricity, and a hot shower all at my fingertips. I look forward to returning! Thank you Mark!

Amanda

July 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Moose Hill Cabin

This cabin was adorable and was tucked away so get very private. My dogs and I had a great stay and Sadie was very welcoming to us. It was a short drive from lots of beautiful areas to hike and was only a couple hours away from the ocean, so pretty convenient for lots of activities!

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Natalia

April 2025

2 nights at Moose Hill Cabin

This was an awesome find, The train was really fun to watch!!! I loved the cabin it was sooo cute, really fun time :)

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Alexander

February 2025

With pets

3 nights at Moose Hill Cabin

Sadie’s cabin is cozy, quiet, well stocked, and in a beautiful part of the world. My only regret is that I brought too many of my own books to read- here’s are much more interesting! The best is super comfy and the fire really warms up the place. We look forward to coming back in different seasons!

Whitney

December 2024

1 night at Moose Hill Cabin

This little remote off grid cabin is adorable and Sadie keeps it very well stocked and has even left a little binder with general info, trails, and where to get groceries should you need to make a stop to replenish supplies. I would recommend bringing a cooler if you plan on bringing food with you as there is no fridge. There are many trails around if you like hiking and alot of bodies of water to go kayaking/canoeing. Keep in mind that cell service is non-existent near the cabin. You will be able to connect to satellite for texts/location share. We enjoyed our time and will be back in Spring to explore on kayaks!

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mackenzie

November 2024

Weekend Trip to Moose Hill Cabin

Awesome place! Really relaxing and very close to most hiking trails.