Open forest campsite
Site was a bit more rugged and less private than expected. The outhouse needed a cleaning.
The area around the fire pit was fairly muddy and it took a bit of trial and error to find a spot where one could place a camping chair. The large rock the fire pit was built against began to chip off as we were prepping a cooking fire (I’m guessing from heat + rain?) which was a bit startling as we didn’t expect rocks to be dropping into a lit fire. There was also no cooking grate on site which is shown in most of the pictures so be prepared for that.
Overall not a bad camping site but the upfront expectations could have been set more clearly.
Tim A.recommendsMay 27, 2024
Open forest campsite
Quiet, friendly, great location
This was our first Hipcamp experience and we weren’t disappointed! Willis was very prompt in responding to our messages. The campsites are on the edge of a forest filled with birdsong and is quite private. There is another campsite through the woods about 100 feet away — our neighbors were polite and friendly. The hot shower was excellent after a long day hiking and biking in the area. The location is convenient to Northampton and Amherst. Also, we were able to drive right up to our campsite in our car. Thanks Willis!
Shelley S.recommendsSeptember 4, 2023
Open forest campsite
The family was welcoming and accommodating. The spot is beautiful and serene. My campsite was clean, had a great fire pit and picnic table. The shower and toilet were rustic but clean.
Andy T.recommendsAugust 14, 2023
Open forest campsite
Great spot under the tress to pull our little teardrop camper into. Clean and tidy toilet and water nearby. Willis was easy to contact and very responsive. Highly recommend.
Keli S.recommendsJuly 18, 2023
Open forest campsite
Easy to book and good communication. This was a last minute booking when our planned campsite in Vermont got flooded. Friendly host. The property was nice. The campsite was clean and we had a picnic table, fire pit, easy access to the composting bathroom, and use of the cute outdoor shower. Our camping space was large which we really enjoyed.
Crystal W.recommendsJuly 17, 2023
Open forest campsite
Art and privacy under the trees
Tucked away paradise! When we arrived we were surprised how far back from the house the campsite was, we were able to position our tent so we could not see the house at all, the site was tucked away on the edge of the tree line, the fire pit was amazing and so was the little tree house that held our well stocked wood. Willis and his son were amazing to talk to and learn about town. We went to the town beach for a swim and to mount sugarloaf state reservation and it was beautiful! We needed up cooking our final nights dinner there, and were able to share with others. Disclaimer: if it rains or is wet when you are there, have a truck it gets wet, and deep quick.
There is art and sculptures dancing around the campsites and the forest, Willis creates these and they are amazing!
Thank you Willis for opening your place to us! We would definitely come back!!