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Beardsnest

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· Cave City, Barren, Kentucky

30 acres hosted by Kevin W.

2 RV/tent sites · 1 tent site

Near Mammoth Cave National Park

Within a 30-minute drive from the New Entrance.

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This new-in-formation ecological art project is currently recruiting visitors to backcountry camp in beautiful fields, on woodland rim sites, or at delicate campsites located along a system of woodland trails. As of 2024, camping here provides a glimpse into a 3 year-old successional prairie, which at this phase is characterized by spacious views of a gently rolling young prairie seeded with a growing variety of native flowers. Most likely a good fit for those who are self-sufficient and like to avoid busy camping areas, but still want to get out to the park quickly (~7 miles to the Visitors Center) or travel into Cave City (3 mi) for coffee/etc. Expand from the campsite into a sketch-work of trails amidst a young prairie, as if you were camping near the headquarters of a satellite nature reserve. Water tap by main house for cleaning dishes, etc. Camping funds allow us to plant trees (~400 seedlings so far and 75 planned for 2024), establish prairie grasses and flowers, restore wetlands, create trails, and remove invasive species. Thanks to our visitors for supporting this type of project. p.s. Bundles of dried and split firewood are available onsite, usually a mix of red cedar and oak with a suggested donation of $6/bundle.

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39 ratings · 30 reviews

Emma M.recommends

May 6, 2024

Backcountry Rim

Loved tent camping on Kevin’s land! Convenient location near the national park & Kevin was extremely kind and accommodating. Will definitely stay here in the future if we return to this national park!

Alora S.recommends

April 27, 2024

Backcountry Rim

We had a great time enjoying Kevin’s land - directions were clear and easy to follow, paths were made to make it obvious and functional. The spot was great - located in the back corner on a small small hill stop, it backs up to a beautiful tree line on both sides - one of which was fenced which helped with our pup who is a roamer. We loved walking the paths in the evening and morning - I think without this feature, you wouldn’t be able to enjoy the beautiful property as much of the tall grass, though beautiful, is housing lots of ticks this year. We were battling illness and a toddler to try to make our reservation and Kevin was extremely kind, flexible, and communicative during our stay. This spot was great - for our son’s first time sleeping outside, he had lots of places to roam while learning to walk and we were relieved to have a space to ourselves without the worry of bothering neighbors. Really lovely and amazingly convenient spot to stay while visiting the area. 10/10 would recommend just bring plenty of deet!

Jordan K.recommends

April 25, 2024

Spicebush

This was my second time camping out on Kevin's land, but my first time camping at the Spicebush campsite. This will be my go-to campsite from now on! It was such a dream! The trail down to the campsite is a small winding path that takes you past the most beautiful scenery filled with moss-covered rock cliffs, lots of ferns, wild flowers and a plethora of other native plants. It feels nothing short of magical! The campsite itself is nestled down at the bottom of the forest and is completely surrounded by nature. It feels so private and hidden away. I loved sitting by the campfire at night watching all of the fireflies flickering up in the tree canopy. Pure magic! Just like my first visit, Kevin and his son Parker were there to meet me when I pulled up. Getting to talk with them as we hiked down the trail to the campsite was a major highlight of the trip. Kevin has such a reverence for nature and it is so inspiring to hear him talk about the property and his son Parker is such a fun kid who on both of my trips offered to help carry things or to get a fire started for me. So kind! Could not recommend this place enough, and I will definitely be back many more times in the future!

Amy P.recommends

April 18, 2024

Backcountry Rim

Wish the weather was better- we’d have loved to hang out around the campfire enjoying the view. Kevin was helpful and friendly - even when we got stuck in the mud! Would definitely stay again.

Allie G.recommends

April 14, 2024

Backcountry Rim

Great tent camping site near the park! Kevin was a very friendly and helpful host

Lee C.

April 13, 2024

Hickory Field

Hickory field; Kevin had everything (freshly) mowed and all the little trails through the property - was nice walking them w/my dog. Location is exactly as described -extremely convenient, especially for the caves in the area and hiking/bicycling. Thank you so much, Kevin!

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Cave City, Barren, Kentucky, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of ᏣᎳᎫᏪᏘᏱ Tsalaguwetiyi (Cherokee, East), S’atsoyaha (Yuchi), Shawandasse Tula (Shawanwaki/Shawnee), and Adena Culture First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Kevin W.Joined in June 2022

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