The 10 Best Glamping Spots in Greenville, Maine (Moosehead)

I arrived in Greenville in a borrowed Subaru with a cracked canoe strapped to the roof and a deep conviction that I did not need a hotel. Mid-October. Leaves already gone. The air smelled like woodsmoke and frozen lake. By the time I hauled my bags into a canvas tent at Spencer Pond, I had snapped two tent poles and lost a glove to the wind. That’s when it hit me: glamping in Moosehead Country isn’t about roughing it—it’s about knowing exactly which kind of comfort you’re paying for. I’ve slept in nearly every glamping spot here, and I’ve made the mistakes so you don’t have to. Browse all glamping stays here to find your perfect base camp on the edge of the North Woods.

Moose Creek RV Resort

This is the closest thing to a glamping resort near Greenville. Moose Creek sits on Moosehead Lake with a mix of RV sites and rental cabins. The cabins are modern—full kitchen, private bath, heat. I grabbed a “lakeside cabin” with a screened porch overlooking the water. It’s not off-grid, but it’s a perfect launchpad for families who want kayaking and hiking without sacrificing WiFi. The staff lent me a canoe (free) after my crack debacle. Pro tip: book cabin #7 for the best sunset views.

Moosehead Family Campground

Don’t let the name fool you. This campground has rental cabins that rival any glamping dome. I stayed in the “Moose Cabin,” a two-bedroom log structure with a full kitchen, fireplace, and porch swing. The grounds are immaculate, with a private beach on the lake. The hosts—a retired couple from Portland—gave me a stack of local hiking maps and pointed me toward a moose-spotting trail. Only downside? The cabins book six months out for summer. Book early.

Spencer Pond Camps

Spencer Pond is remote. You drive 12 miles down a gravel road, then another 2 miles of rutted track. I arrived in October, and the caretaker—who lives on-site year-round—greeted me with a lantern and a key to the “Loon Cabin.” No electricity. No running water (well, a hand pump). Outhouse is a short walk. But the cabin has a wood stove that throws serious heat, propane lights, and a porch overlooking a pond so still it mirrors the stars. This is for the purist who wants real solitude. I cooked over the wood stove and read by lantern light. Best sleep I’ve had in years.

Kokadjo Camps & Trading Post

Kokadjo is a working-class outpost at the end of a long dirt road. The camps are rustic—bunk beds, propane stove, cold shower—but the setting is iconic. The trading post sells bait, beer, and the best gas station pizza I’ve ever eaten. I stayed in the “Bear Camp,” a one-room cabin with a wood stove and a view of the Dead River. This isn’t luxury glamping; it’s authentic North Woods living. Bring your own sleeping bag and a camp chair. And the moose sightings? Guaranteed.

North Woods Maine Cabins Inc

These are the nicest rental cabins I’ve found near Greenville. Each is a standalone log home with full kitchen, bathroom, and often a hot tub on the deck. I rented the “Kineo Cabin” for a week and worked remotely during the day, then hiked Mount Kineo in the afternoon. The cabin had strong Starlink internet—rare this far north. The property sits on the lake with a private dock. Expensive, yes. But worth it if you want comfort without sacrificing the wilderness feel.

Moosehead Hills Cabins

Perched on a hillside with panoramic views of Moosehead Lake, these cabins are a photographer’s dream. I stayed in the “Loon Suite,” which had a floor-to-ceiling window facing the lake, a jacuzzi tub, and a gas fireplace. The cabin is fully modern—dishwasher, washer/dryer, even a TV—but the real draw is the wraparound deck. I watched a pair of bald eagles fish from the hot tub. This is the spot for a romantic getaway or a solo retreat where you want to be pampered.

Wilson Pond Cabins

Wilson Pond is a hidden gem, 10 miles north of Greenville. The cabins are new construction, built with timber frame and reclaimed barn wood. I stayed in “The Ledge,” a one-bedroom with a loft, full kitchen, and stone fireplace. The pond is private and spring-fed—perfect for swimming in summer. The owners left me fresh eggs from their chickens and a fire starter kit. This is the kind of place where you forget your phone exists. No cell service, no WiFi. Just loon calls and the crackle of fire.

AMC Gorman Chairback Lodge & Cabins

Technically in the 100-Mile Wilderness, about an hour from Greenville. Gorman Chairback is an Appalachian Mountain Club property accessible by boat or a 2-mile hike. I kayaked in from the lake access point. The lodge serves family-style meals, and the cabins are simple but cozy—bunk beds, wood stove, solar lights. This is for the hiker who wants to go deep. I hiked the nearby Gulf Hagas gorge and returned to a cabin with a pot of hot cocoa waiting. The remoteness here is profound: no roads, no cars, just the sound of wind and water.

My pro tips for glamping in Greenville: First, always bring a backup layer—nights are cold even in July. Second, book your canoe or kayak rental in advance; the outfitters sell out fast. Third, don’t underestimate the bugs: a head net is not optional in June. And finally, talk to the locals. The guy at the gas station told me about a beaver pond where moose come to drink at dusk. I went. I saw four.

Greenville is the last frontier for glamping in the Northeast. Whether you want Wi-Fi and a hot tub or a lantern and an outhouse, there’s a spot here that will reset your soul. For the full list of options, explore all Maine glamping or check out the glamping directory for more inspiration.