(87B) Portage Lake Municipal Seaplane Base – Lake Landing Cabin, The Bear's Den
Portage Lake, Maine, United States
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Portage Lake, Maine, United States
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✈️🌊 Land on the Lake. Tie Up. Stay Awhile.
Welcome to a true Fly-Inn experience at The Bear's Den—a destination built for seaplane pilots seeking adventure, solitude, and the beauty of Maine's North Woods.
This is a genuine Lake Landing Fly-Inn, where seaplane pilots can land directly on Portage Lake, taxi to shore, and step right into their stay. Enjoy looking out at your Seaplane docked on the lake.
Nestled along the shoreline with stunning lake views from the covered porch, The Bear's Den is the kind of destination pilots dream about discovering. Start your mornings with a cup of coffee overlooking the water, spend the day exploring Northern Maine, and end your evenings around the fire under a sky full of stars.
Everything you need for a comfortable stay:
✅ Gas stove & oven
✅ Refrigerator
✅ Microwave
✅ Coffee maker ☕
🛌 Two bunk rooms, each featuring a Twin-over-Full bunk bed
🪜 Upstairs loft with 2 Twin beds
Perfect for families, fishing trips, pilot getaways, or outdoor adventures with friends.
🔥 Gas fireplace for cozy winter evenings
❄️ Mini-split air conditioning for summer comfort
📶 Complimentary WiFi throughout the property
Guests enjoy access to a sparkling-clean shared bathhouse featuring:
🚿 Two private full bathrooms
🧴 Toiletries provided
🧺 Bath towels provided
✨ Included With Your Stay 🪵 Complimentary firewood 🛶 Complimentary kayak use 🌅 Direct waterfront access ✈️ True seaplane arrival and lakeside aircraft parking 📶 Free WiFi 🌲 Peaceful North Woods setting 🔥 Fire pit for evenings under the stars ✈️ How Do You Get Around Once You Land? Adventure starts the moment you arrive. Many guests spend their entire stay enjoying the lake and surrounding wilderness, but if you'd like to explore farther, ATV and snowmobile rentals can be delivered directly to the property. ATVs can be delivered directly to the property for your stay. 📞 Ride North Recreation Snowmobiles can be delivered directly to the property during winter months. 📞 The Sled Shop / Mountainside Powersports 🌲 Things To Do Around Portage Lake Northern Maine is one of New England's best-kept secrets and a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. 🎣 Fish Portage Lake 🛶 Explore by Kayak 🦌 Wildlife Viewing 📸 Photography 🌲 Explore the North Maine Woods 🚵 ATV Adventures ❄️ Snowmobiling 🥾 Hiking & Nature Walks 🏌️ Portage Hills Country Club 🚤 Allagash Wilderness Waterway 🛍️ Nearby Towns, Shopping & Dining Need supplies, groceries, fuel, or a meal out? 🏘️ Ashland – Local restaurants, convenience stores, and everyday essentials. ☕ Presque Isle – The region's largest nearby town offering restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, shopping, breweries, medical facilities, and entertainment. 🍔 Fort Kent & Eagle Lake – Charming communities with local dining, seasonal events, and opportunities to experience authentic Northern Maine culture. Whether you're grabbing breakfast before a day on the lake or stocking up for a week of adventure, everything you need is within a scenic drive. After a day of flying, fishing, kayaking, trail riding, or exploring the North Woods, return to your covered porch overlooking the water, watch the sunset reflect across Portage Lake, and enjoy the rare experience of having your seaplane resting nearby. ✈️ 🌊 Land on the lake. ⚓ Tie up at shore. 🌅 Watch the sunset from your porch. Fly-Inn and Stay Awhile.✈️ 🏔️ ATV Rentals
207-532-4381❄️ Snowmobile Rentals
207-764-2900
Spend the day fishing the lake and surrounding waterways known for excellent angling opportunities.
Launch directly from the property and discover quiet coves, scenic shorelines, and peaceful waters.
Watch for moose, deer, loons, bald eagles, foxes, and other wildlife throughout the region.
Capture unforgettable lake sunrises, seaplane arrivals, wildlife encounters, and endless forest landscapes.
Venture into millions of acres of wilderness filled with scenic drives, hidden lakes, rivers, and outdoor recreation.
Access Aroostook County's extensive ATV trail network and explore hundreds of miles of scenic riding.
Winter visitors enjoy direct access to one of the most celebrated snowmobile trail systems in the United States.
Discover peaceful trails, breathtaking views, and the quiet beauty of Maine's wilderness.
Enjoy a round of golf at the area's scenic 9-hole course.
Take a day trip to one of Maine's most famous wilderness destinations for paddling, sightseeing, and wildlife viewing.
Orientation
Pattern
Left, Left
Dimensions
Surface
Condition
N/A
Lighting
None
Fuel
Parking
Mooring at the house
CTAF/UNICOM
122.9
Hours
We have a vehicle you can rent from us!
Note: Rental ATVs and Snowmobiles can be delivered to our location, to be arranged by the guest. For ATVs contact Ride North Recreation at or 207-532-4381. For snowmobiles contact The Sled Shop/Mountain Side Powersports at or 207-764-2900.
Use: public | Elevation: 560 ft
Orientation: | Pattern: Left, Left
Dimensions: 7000 ft × 2000 ft | Surface: Water
Condition: N/A | Lighting: None | Fuel: no
Parking: Mooring at the house
CTAF/UNICOM: 122.9 | Hours: 24/7
Ground Transportation: We have a vehicle you can rent from us!
Guests
6
Bedrooms
3
Beds
6
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Important guidelines for your stay
children are allowed, must use a PFD if using kayaks
must coordinate with owner
Minimum Stay
1 day
Maximum Stay
30 days
pet fee is per pet per night, please clean up after your pet
Short-term stays
Guests receive a full refund if they cancel 14 days or more before the scheduled check-in time. The Host doesn’t get paid for the booking. Guests receive a 50% refund if they cancel between 14 and 7 days before the listing's check-in time. No refunds within 7 days of the listing's check-in time.
If the Guest cancels after the check-in time, the Host will be paid for each night the Guest does stay, plus 1 additional night, plus 50% for all additional nights the Guest did not stay.
Long-term stays (28+ nights)
Guests receive a full refund if they cancel 28 days or more before the scheduled check-in time. The Host doesn’t get paid for the booking.
If the Guest cancels after the 28-days-prior point, the Host will be paid 100% for each night the Guest does stay, plus 100% of 30 additional, unused nights. The Host is paid 100% for all of the remaining nights if fewer than 30 unused nights are left on the reservation when the Guest cancels.
Cancellation policies vary by booking duration. Please review carefully before confirming your reservation.
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Fly-Inn and Stay Awhile!
Bathrooms
2.0
Rooms
4
Check-in Time
14:00:00
Check-out Time
10:00:00
Dwelling Type
Cabin
Distance from Runway
0 Miles
Size
750 ft
outside only
Children: Allowed (Infants: 5-15, Children: 5-15) | Pets: Allowed ($25/pet)
Parties: Allowed | Smoking: Allowed | Stay: 1-30 days