Trailside Camp

Franklin, Hancock, Maine · 48 acres

Hosted by Steven M.

Cabin

· 3 guests max · 2 beds

Near Acadia National Park

Within a 60-minute drive from the Thompson Island Information Center.

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

Trailside Camp is 20X20 off grid Cabin located on West Brook Meadow in Franklin Maine. It has direct access at mile 7.5 of the Downeast Sunrise Trail. Exceptional meadow sunset views for watching Deer, Bear, Birds, Beavers and many other critters that roam the area. There is no electricity, and limited running water. It is equipped with propane stove and fridge. There is a porta potti on site This is a one room cabin with covered porch. There is no electricity and a porti potty is used for a bathroom. It is serviced on a weekly basis. There is limited hot and cold non potable water to be used for doing dishes, and hygiene purposes. Water is supplied via a handpump and a 12volt solar power system from a dug well just in front of the cabin. The cabin is very comfortable with two people, but capable of sleeping 3 especially if one is a child. There is access to a natural boiling spring locate about 3/4 mile away from the cabin (directions included in the "Arrival" paperwork. There are plans for an outdoor shower to be installed spring of 2025 The Cabin is located at mile 7.5 of the Downeast Sunrise Trail which is a 83 mile multi-use corridor trail from Ellsworth to Pembroke Maine. We are ATV, and Bicycle friendly. Pets are allowed but their hair and messes must be taken care of. It is only 12 miles to Ellsworth and 30 miles to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park, but still feels like the middle of nowhere. We do not include towels, shampoo and personal grooming items, or pillows/linens for the beds. There are mattress covers on the bed with a comforter. This is an off Grid Experience. The kitchen is adequately equipped for cooking and refrigeration w a propane refrigerator and stove. Gas lights are used for lighting at night. Keep in mind this is a remote cabin but so close to Acadia National Park and other amenities. There may be a mouse that sneaks in. There may be insects (mosquitos, black flies, ants etc.) It is not possible to be in the woods and experience its beauty in a camp without the chance of encountering nature. If your looking for a motel room then you should book one because this is not it. We offer a peaceful place that is thriving with nature and beauty. There is plenty of room in the yard for recreation and tenting.Trailside Camp is 20X20 off grid Cabin located on West Brook Meadow in Franklin Maine. It has direct access at mile 7.5 of the Downeast Sunrise Trail. Exceptional meadow sunset views for watching Deer, Bear, Birds, Beavers and many other critters that roam the area. There is no electricity, and limited running water. It is equipped with propane stove and fridge. There is a porta potti on site. It is perfect base camp for trips hiking, sightseeing and biking near Acadia National Park. This is a one room cabin with covered porch. There is no electricity and a porti potty is used for a bathroom. It is serviced on a weekly basis. There is limited hot and cold non potable water to be used for doing dishes, and hygiene purposes. Water is supplied via a handpump and a 12volt solar power system from a dug well just in front of the cabin. The cabin is very comfortable with two people, but capable of sleeping 3 especially if one is a child. There is access to a natural boiling spring locate about 3/4 mile away from the cabin (directions included in the "Arrival" paperwork. There are plans for an outdoor shower to be installed spring of 2025 The Cabin is located at mile 7.5 of the Downeast Sunrise Trail which is a 83 mile multi-use corridor trail from Ellsworth to Pembroke Maine. We are ATV, and Bicycle friendly. Pets are allowed but their hair and messes must be taken care of. It is only 12 miles to Ellsworth and 30 miles to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park, but still feels like the middle of nowhere. We do not include towels, shampoo and personal grooming items, or pillows/linens for the beds. There are mattress covers on the bed with a comforter. This is an off Grid Experience. The kitchen is adequately equipped for cooking and refrigeration w a propane refrigerator and stove. Gas lights are used for lighting at night. Keep in mind this is a remote cabin but so close to Acadia National Park and other amenities. There may be a mouse that sneaks in. There may be insects (mosquitos, black flies, ants etc.) It is not possible to be in the woods and experience its beauty in a camp without the chance of encountering nature. If your looking for a motel room then you should book one because this is not it. We offer a peaceful place that is thr

What to expect

Cabin

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

3 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firepit

Toilet available

Portable toilet

Pets allowed

Off leash. dogs must be well behaved and all messes including shedding hair needs to be cleaned up inside and feces needs to be picked up and dumped in woods

Bins available

Trash bin

Cooking equipment present

Bbq, private, oven, stovetop or hot plate, fridge, freezer, cookware, cooking utensils, dishware, cutlery, sink or other dishwashing station

No potable water

Bring your own water. There is a hand pump with non potable water for dishes and personal hygiene

No showers

There is an on demand water heater and limited non potable water for hygiene.

Picnic table absent

No wifi

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 3:00 PM

Check out: Before 10:00 AM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy: Strict

Minimum nights: 3 nights

Accepts bookings: 9 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 3 vehicles

2WD accessible

very nice gravel road

During your trip

Follow the

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Location

Franklin, Hancock, Maine, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Passamaquoddy, Wabanaki (Dawnland Confederacy), N’dakina (Abenaki / Abénaquis), and Penobscot First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking