Camping in Hamilton, ON, CA: 12 Best Campgrounds 2024

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Hidden Peace

2 sites · RVs2 acres · Smithville, ON

Learn more about this land: Surrounded by mature trees, you'll be camping out back of the property of your hosts, Mark and Joanne. In a quiet and relaxed setting, you will be able to rest and unwind. Firepit and firewood are available. In the heart of Niagara, and in the heart of wine country, it's just minutes to various wineries and wine tours. Niagara Falls is about 30 minutes away as well as various trails and parks. Balls Falls and the Bruce Trail are minutes away. Central to 3 small towns, Grimsby, Smithville, and Beamsville, you'll have many restaurants to choose from. Stop in and unwind! Traveling with others? We have more than one site. Hidden Peace is an RV only site, meaning for travel trailers (with attached towing vehicle), and motorhomes only. No cars and tenting.

The Farm1

4 sites · RVs, Tents15 acres · Brant, ON

It was 1984 when John found his ‘diamond in the rough’, 20 acres with an orchard on the outskirts of Brantford. O.K., so the house was nothing to write home about but perfect for building a construction yard…no neighbors except for the family across the road that used their property to build log homes. By 1987 the old house was gone, a new one was being built and a shop for working on heavy equipment had been located about 200 ft. from Dr. the back door. It wasn’t until 1996 that things changed very much. Yes, the property around the house had benefitted from a wide array of trees and shrubs that John saved from the construction/demolition jobs he had done and that still thrive today but no big projects (except for equipment purchases) were ongoing. A chance meeting with the neighbor across the road one day resulted in the following dinner conversation, ‘How was your day’ I chirped. ‘Not bad, so-and-so didn’t come in; the truck broke down and I took it for repair; I bought the property across the road, and oh, yeah I’ll need a ride after dinner to pick up the truck’ was John’s casual reply. ‘What was that’? I pressed. ‘Yes, I need a ride after dinner to pick up the truck’ he repeated with a bit more volume. Of course like anyone, I had questions, ‘Do you want peas or corn with dinner’? ‘What time do you want to go to get the truck’? ‘The property across the road’, 10 acres, still has the 4 storey barn with its twin tiled silos which was built in 1914 and the big white house with wrap around porch that once was home to a Doctor and his family. Built so the Doctor could see his patients in the front with the family living in the back was very common in the day. Things remained relatively peaceful until 2000 when after studying alpacas for more than 6 years I bought our first three. Back in 2000 alpacas and llamas were not frequently seen on farms and because they could been seen from the road they received A LOT of attention. People driving by would stop and ask about them, ask if they could take a picture or two and that was when I would hear over and over again ‘You have a beautiful place here, I wish I/we could stay’. Well, if you want to visit and stay in the city it’s doable, we call it a hotel. But visiting a farm and staying well, that isn’t so easy. Each year we would see more and more families coming to ‘The Farm’ as they would call it. Some came to see the alpacas and horses, some came for a stroll and to check out the horse drawn milk and bread delivery wagons, some to have family birthday parties, others to have engagement/wedding/Christmas card pictures…and so many asked if there was any way they could spend a day or two. In 2021 during a conversation with a friend I mentioned we were in the process of gutting the 1100 sq. ft. space downstairs and turning it into an Airbnb! Right away she said, ‘I don’t know why you don’t have a Hipcamp? You’ve got that great area by the new barn that Hipcampers would love’! After a little investigation I found out what a Hipcamp was…and as they say, the rest is future.

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Glamping Tent in the Pine Forest

1 site · Lodging25 acres · Lynden, ON

We’re situated on 25 acres of forested land with trails around the property. Our canvas bell tent is tucked away in the pine forest and has a double bed, pull out futon couch and lots of battery/solar powered lighting. Get back to nature and unwind in front of a fire, lounge in the hammock or watch an outdoor movie ✨ 🏕 🪺 Our tent features, a comfy, double bed with mattress cover and pillows. The kitchen is stocked with pots pans, dishes, cups, cutlery, and everything else you need might need to make a home-cooked meal. Bring your stocked cooler, ice, linens and blankets, a flashlight and firewood, let us handle the rest! We allow pets in our tent. Look under EXTRAS to add the the fee and let us know who's coming!

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Grindstone Creek Farm in Burlington

1 site · Lodging6 acres · Burlington, ON

We are a small working farm on six acres with horses, goats, pigs, chickens and ducks. Guests will enjoy staying in our cosy barn loft and wake up to the sights and sounds of the farm animals all around. Our farm is located in the greenbelt with nature preserves, the Bruce Trail, and excellent hiking and biking trails within walking distance. The perfect place to stay for nature enthusiasts visiting Burlington, Hamilton, Waterdown or Dundas which are all just minutes away.

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Hunter's Heavenly Haven

5 sites · Lodging, Tents11 acres · Dunnville, ON

This unique 11-acre country property is the perfect place to relax and enjoy nature at its best! Enjoy a Glamping experience in one of our cabins or camp amongst the evergreens. Sit by your own private campfire next to the beautiful pond and listen to the frogs croaking (bring earplugs), the birds chirping, and the trickling of the waterfall! Use the paddle boat in the pond or walk the property and trails to capture all of nature's wonders! Choose from 5 unique stays! The Tiny Cabin Retreat -has a Queen size bed, 2 chairs, fan, hydro, screen room and a fire pit The Quaint Cabin -has 1 Queen bed, a kitchenette, bbq, TV with Dvds, a screen room and a fire pit. The Gazebo- is on a tiny island with a Queen bed, seating inside, a fan, a light and a fire pit. The Little Blue Cabin- is a recent addition for 2024. This cabin features a queen size bed, kitchenette, with table, fridge, dishwashing station, firepit, and is closer to the washrooms. Hunter's Heavenly Haven camp - Nestled amongst the Pines is the Perfect spot for tent or car camping! The Town of Dunnville has great restaurants, shops, the Grand River and is a 15 min. drive to Lake Erie! We look forward to hosting you!

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Grindstone Creek Farm in Burlington

1 site · Lodging6 acres · Burlington, ON

We are a small working farm on six acres with horses, goats, pigs, chickens and ducks. Guests will enjoy staying in our cosy barn loft and wake up to the sights and sounds of the farm animals all around. Our farm is located in the greenbelt with nature preserves, the Bruce Trail, and excellent hiking and biking trails within walking distance. The perfect place to stay for nature enthusiasts visiting Burlington, Hamilton, Waterdown or Dundas which are all just minutes away.

Hidden Peace

2 sites · RVs2 acres · Smithville, ON

Learn more about this land: Surrounded by mature trees, you'll be camping out back of the property of your hosts, Mark and Joanne. In a quiet and relaxed setting, you will be able to rest and unwind. Firepit and firewood are available. In the heart of Niagara, and in the heart of wine country, it's just minutes to various wineries and wine tours. Niagara Falls is about 30 minutes away as well as various trails and parks. Balls Falls and the Bruce Trail are minutes away. Central to 3 small towns, Grimsby, Smithville, and Beamsville, you'll have many restaurants to choose from. Stop in and unwind! Traveling with others? We have more than one site. Hidden Peace is an RV only site, meaning for travel trailers (with attached towing vehicle), and motorhomes only. No cars and tenting.

The Farm1

4 sites · RVs, Tents15 acres · Brant, ON

It was 1984 when John found his ‘diamond in the rough’, 20 acres with an orchard on the outskirts of Brantford. O.K., so the house was nothing to write home about but perfect for building a construction yard…no neighbors except for the family across the road that used their property to build log homes. By 1987 the old house was gone, a new one was being built and a shop for working on heavy equipment had been located about 200 ft. from Dr. the back door. It wasn’t until 1996 that things changed very much. Yes, the property around the house had benefitted from a wide array of trees and shrubs that John saved from the construction/demolition jobs he had done and that still thrive today but no big projects (except for equipment purchases) were ongoing. A chance meeting with the neighbor across the road one day resulted in the following dinner conversation, ‘How was your day’ I chirped. ‘Not bad, so-and-so didn’t come in; the truck broke down and I took it for repair; I bought the property across the road, and oh, yeah I’ll need a ride after dinner to pick up the truck’ was John’s casual reply. ‘What was that’? I pressed. ‘Yes, I need a ride after dinner to pick up the truck’ he repeated with a bit more volume. Of course like anyone, I had questions, ‘Do you want peas or corn with dinner’? ‘What time do you want to go to get the truck’? ‘The property across the road’, 10 acres, still has the 4 storey barn with its twin tiled silos which was built in 1914 and the big white house with wrap around porch that once was home to a Doctor and his family. Built so the Doctor could see his patients in the front with the family living in the back was very common in the day. Things remained relatively peaceful until 2000 when after studying alpacas for more than 6 years I bought our first three. Back in 2000 alpacas and llamas were not frequently seen on farms and because they could been seen from the road they received A LOT of attention. People driving by would stop and ask about them, ask if they could take a picture or two and that was when I would hear over and over again ‘You have a beautiful place here, I wish I/we could stay’. Well, if you want to visit and stay in the city it’s doable, we call it a hotel. But visiting a farm and staying well, that isn’t so easy. Each year we would see more and more families coming to ‘The Farm’ as they would call it. Some came to see the alpacas and horses, some came for a stroll and to check out the horse drawn milk and bread delivery wagons, some to have family birthday parties, others to have engagement/wedding/Christmas card pictures…and so many asked if there was any way they could spend a day or two. In 2021 during a conversation with a friend I mentioned we were in the process of gutting the 1100 sq. ft. space downstairs and turning it into an Airbnb! Right away she said, ‘I don’t know why you don’t have a Hipcamp? You’ve got that great area by the new barn that Hipcampers would love’! After a little investigation I found out what a Hipcamp was…and as they say, the rest is future.

Glamping Tent in the Pine Forest

1 site · Lodging25 acres · Lynden, ON

We’re situated on 25 acres of forested land with trails around the property. Our canvas bell tent is tucked away in the pine forest and has a double bed, pull out futon couch and lots of battery/solar powered lighting. Get back to nature and unwind in front of a fire, lounge in the hammock or watch an outdoor movie ✨ 🏕 🪺 Our tent features, a comfy, double bed with mattress cover and pillows. The kitchen is stocked with pots pans, dishes, cups, cutlery, and everything else you need might need to make a home-cooked meal. Bring your stocked cooler, ice, linens and blankets, a flashlight and firewood, let us handle the rest! We allow pets in our tent. Look under EXTRAS to add the the fee and let us know who's coming!

Hunter's Heavenly Haven

5 sites · Lodging, Tents11 acres · Dunnville, ON

This unique 11-acre country property is the perfect place to relax and enjoy nature at its best! Enjoy a Glamping experience in one of our cabins or camp amongst the evergreens. Sit by your own private campfire next to the beautiful pond and listen to the frogs croaking (bring earplugs), the birds chirping, and the trickling of the waterfall! Use the paddle boat in the pond or walk the property and trails to capture all of nature's wonders! Choose from 5 unique stays! The Tiny Cabin Retreat -has a Queen size bed, 2 chairs, fan, hydro, screen room and a fire pit The Quaint Cabin -has 1 Queen bed, a kitchenette, bbq, TV with Dvds, a screen room and a fire pit. The Gazebo- is on a tiny island with a Queen bed, seating inside, a fan, a light and a fire pit. The Little Blue Cabin- is a recent addition for 2024. This cabin features a queen size bed, kitchenette, with table, fridge, dishwashing station, firepit, and is closer to the washrooms. Hunter's Heavenly Haven camp - Nestled amongst the Pines is the Perfect spot for tent or car camping! The Town of Dunnville has great restaurants, shops, the Grand River and is a 15 min. drive to Lake Erie! We look forward to hosting you!

Husky Alpaca Ranch

1 site · RV, Tent94 acres · York, ON

Century farm, cropped fields, naturally filled pond. Some bushes at the back that are home to a wide variety of wildlife. Learn more about this land: Camp amongst open skies, perfect for star viewing at night. The semi-private site provides an open area to pitch your tent or set up your small camper. There is a pond on-site that has fish in it. You will hear the bullfrogs and cicadas in the evening. Wake up to the stunning sunrises and fall asleep to sunsets over the fields. Fires are permitted within local regulations. 4-wheel drive is recommended. There is cell reception in the area. There are opportunities to visit the alpacas and huskies up at the barn! The towns of Caledonia, Cayuga, and Binbrook are nearby for all your camping needs. Hiking, fishing, and kayaking (near to Grand River) opportunities in the area as well!

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Kubasseks Water Front Retreat

6 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · Kitchener, ON

Situated on 100 acres of mainly forest. The property gives access to trails and water.It is like going North but minutes from KW Cambridge, Woodstock, Branford, and Guelph. We are only 1 hour from major centers like Toronto, London, and Hamilton. In the center of the universe but away from it all! There are 5 sites to choose from with the sites situated on a large pond.There are picnic tables on site C/W Free Bag of Firewood and fire pits at each SiteAdditional Firewood available Complimentary Dozen Farm Fresh Eggs provided.Paddle Boats and Kayaks available to use ,No Charge The sites are suitable for every type of camper, from tents to RVs up to 40 feet. Electric 15 amp; Water Hookups at each site included. Grocery stores are 15 minutes away for all your camping needs. Restaurants are available less than 5 minutes from the property.We look forward to hosting you!

Greener Pastures Eco Farm

4 sites · RVs, Tents75 acres · Woodstock, ON

Our farming adventure began in the Spring of 2015 on a 15 acre farm. In 2020 we moved to a 75-acre farm just outside of Woodstock, Ontario. Carl's childhood passion of animal husbandry was given a new purpose when our family made a conscious decision to change the way we related to our food. We began a family quest to eat locally and sustainably. As our little farm grew we developed relationships with our greater community and Greener Pastures was born! As our farming adventure continues, we are loving that each day brings new opportunities for learning. We invite you to join us as we continue to seek greener pastures! While here, be sure to visit the On-Farm Shoppe for fresh eggs, meats, and other great local products.

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Kamp Konkle

2 sites · Tents20 acres · Lincoln, ON

Our sprawling 20 acres are gentle rolling hills with 3 acres of apple orchard and two ponds. Privately secluded sites throughout the grounds have views of lake Ontario and neighboring vineyards. Wine tours on bike pass by our property on both roads that border our land. Trendy Beamsville is a 5 minute bike ride down the Beamsville Bench for dining.

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Secluded Starry Nights

2 sites · RVs, Tents113 acres · Guelph, ON

Located in the hamlet of Mosborough on 113 acres, this is a working farm with open fields, an old orchard, and 27 acres of forest. We are a short drive to Guelph Lake, the Elora Gorge, Guelph to Goderich rail trail, and a 25-minute drive to St Jacob's farmers market. And a 1.4 km walk to a small country market and bakery. A great site for families that you can call home and plan day trips around the area, or hang out at the campsite. Firewood is available for purchase on-site. We have 3 campsites that are spread out on 4 acres of grass. 1 site is used for temporary summer trailers, 2 are for camping. Pets are welcome, but keep them on a leash. Please remember to remove all garbage and recycling from campsites, a compost bin is available on site by the garden. A portable toilet is available from June 1 to September 30. We look forward to hosting you!

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The Pinecone

1 site · Lodging40 acres · Simcoe, ON

Come to the Pinecone to completely relax and disconnect (seriously you will because there is no cell service!). During Summer and much of Spring and Fall, you should be able to drive up to the cabin. Unless your vehicle has especially low clearance. The road/path out to the bunkie started as a well-made tractor path that has held up well over the years but has some rocks and bumps. Once through the gate it’s only a 1-minute drive to where you will park. This road may be a bit muddy! If you are looking for a Winter Bunkie getaway, we would be happy to host you; please note the following: - If there has been a lot of snow the private road from the street to the Bunkie is not plowed. Depending on the type of vehicle you are driving, you may have to park at the gate entrance and walk in (4-5min walk) to get to the Bunkie. - There is a mini wood fireplace in the Bunkie for sleeping but depending on the temperature outside and/or the wind it still may be a little chilly. - There is lots of free wood available for an outside fire but we are sometimes low on small pieces to start fire or use for the mini fireplace. You can bring in your own extra kindling or bring own saw/axe to chop. - Bring your own extra blankets. DETAILS: Sleeping loft accessible by ladder comfortably sleeps 2. You'll have an outdoor fire pit, picnic table and 2 grills (we have lots of wood but you can bring your own charcoal for cooking). Enjoy watching the starts at night by the fire and visits from the abundant wildlife. There is 1 queen size bed in the loft for sleeping which is accessible by ladder. You will melt into the pillow-top mattress, luscious linens and don’t want to wake up heavenly pillows. There is porta potty outhouse that is cleaned, bright and easy to access. There are hanging solar lights that can be turned on as needed. There isn't running water in the bunkie but we are happy to provide you with as much well water that you would like, for cooking/cleaning. Do not drink from well unless you bring your own filtration system. No shower space but sponge/cloth bathing possible. There is a small table for 2 inside the bunkie or you can prep food and eat outside on the picnic table. A small fridge cooler is available to store any perishable food you may have. Bring your own ice. The bunkie has solar lighting for the evenings. If you don’t want to find your own firewood in the forest you can pick it up from locals on your way in for $5/bundle (see stands at the end of driveways). It is a big chunk of land but you can't really get 'lost' on it for any significant period of time. We are bounded by roads so eventually you will find your way. But, if you aren't experienced in the woods you may want to keep your wandering short, to start, as you get familiar with the land. Dog friendly!! We provide: • Bed linens and pillows • Basin for sponge/cloth baths • Toilet Paper • Small fridge to be used as cooler • Charcoal BBQ • BBQ Utensils • First Aid kit What to bring: • Drinking water • Coal (for grilling) • Food + anything required to prepare/eat your meals • Ice • Bug spray, sunscreen, etc • Garbage bags

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Shiloh Barn

1 site · Lodging13 acres · Guelph, ON

A 13-acre farm with a beautiful barn and lots of space to roam. Say hello to the chickens that provide fresh eggs. Lots of space to get away into nature and unwind. Close by to lots of bike trails, lakes, climbing, delicious restaurants and more! The barn on the property provides an extra oasis to relax and read or meditate. We look forward to welcoming you to Shiloh Barn and Glamping! Jess and Mark

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Hidden Peace

2 sites · RVs2 acres · Smithville, ON

Learn more about this land: Surrounded by mature trees, you'll be camping out back of the property of your hosts, Mark and Joanne. In a quiet and relaxed setting, you will be able to rest and unwind. Firepit and firewood are available. In the heart of Niagara, and in the heart of wine country, it's just minutes to various wineries and wine tours. Niagara Falls is about 30 minutes away as well as various trails and parks. Balls Falls and the Bruce Trail are minutes away. Central to 3 small towns, Grimsby, Smithville, and Beamsville, you'll have many restaurants to choose from. Stop in and unwind! Traveling with others? We have more than one site. Hidden Peace is an RV only site, meaning for travel trailers (with attached towing vehicle), and motorhomes only. No cars and tenting.

Glamping Tent in the Pine Forest

1 site · Lodging25 acres · Lynden, ON

We’re situated on 25 acres of forested land with trails around the property. Our canvas bell tent is tucked away in the pine forest and has a double bed, pull out futon couch and lots of battery/solar powered lighting. Get back to nature and unwind in front of a fire, lounge in the hammock or watch an outdoor movie ✨ 🏕 🪺 Our tent features, a comfy, double bed with mattress cover and pillows. The kitchen is stocked with pots pans, dishes, cups, cutlery, and everything else you need might need to make a home-cooked meal. Bring your stocked cooler, ice, linens and blankets, a flashlight and firewood, let us handle the rest! We allow pets in our tent. Look under EXTRAS to add the the fee and let us know who's coming!

The Farm1

4 sites · RVs, Tents15 acres · Brant, ON

It was 1984 when John found his ‘diamond in the rough’, 20 acres with an orchard on the outskirts of Brantford. O.K., so the house was nothing to write home about but perfect for building a construction yard…no neighbors except for the family across the road that used their property to build log homes. By 1987 the old house was gone, a new one was being built and a shop for working on heavy equipment had been located about 200 ft. from Dr. the back door. It wasn’t until 1996 that things changed very much. Yes, the property around the house had benefitted from a wide array of trees and shrubs that John saved from the construction/demolition jobs he had done and that still thrive today but no big projects (except for equipment purchases) were ongoing. A chance meeting with the neighbor across the road one day resulted in the following dinner conversation, ‘How was your day’ I chirped. ‘Not bad, so-and-so didn’t come in; the truck broke down and I took it for repair; I bought the property across the road, and oh, yeah I’ll need a ride after dinner to pick up the truck’ was John’s casual reply. ‘What was that’? I pressed. ‘Yes, I need a ride after dinner to pick up the truck’ he repeated with a bit more volume. Of course like anyone, I had questions, ‘Do you want peas or corn with dinner’? ‘What time do you want to go to get the truck’? ‘The property across the road’, 10 acres, still has the 4 storey barn with its twin tiled silos which was built in 1914 and the big white house with wrap around porch that once was home to a Doctor and his family. Built so the Doctor could see his patients in the front with the family living in the back was very common in the day. Things remained relatively peaceful until 2000 when after studying alpacas for more than 6 years I bought our first three. Back in 2000 alpacas and llamas were not frequently seen on farms and because they could been seen from the road they received A LOT of attention. People driving by would stop and ask about them, ask if they could take a picture or two and that was when I would hear over and over again ‘You have a beautiful place here, I wish I/we could stay’. Well, if you want to visit and stay in the city it’s doable, we call it a hotel. But visiting a farm and staying well, that isn’t so easy. Each year we would see more and more families coming to ‘The Farm’ as they would call it. Some came to see the alpacas and horses, some came for a stroll and to check out the horse drawn milk and bread delivery wagons, some to have family birthday parties, others to have engagement/wedding/Christmas card pictures…and so many asked if there was any way they could spend a day or two. In 2021 during a conversation with a friend I mentioned we were in the process of gutting the 1100 sq. ft. space downstairs and turning it into an Airbnb! Right away she said, ‘I don’t know why you don’t have a Hipcamp? You’ve got that great area by the new barn that Hipcampers would love’! After a little investigation I found out what a Hipcamp was…and as they say, the rest is future.

Kubasseks Water Front Retreat

6 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · Kitchener, ON

Situated on 100 acres of mainly forest. The property gives access to trails and water.It is like going North but minutes from KW Cambridge, Woodstock, Branford, and Guelph. We are only 1 hour from major centers like Toronto, London, and Hamilton. In the center of the universe but away from it all! There are 5 sites to choose from with the sites situated on a large pond.There are picnic tables on site C/W Free Bag of Firewood and fire pits at each SiteAdditional Firewood available Complimentary Dozen Farm Fresh Eggs provided.Paddle Boats and Kayaks available to use ,No Charge The sites are suitable for every type of camper, from tents to RVs up to 40 feet. Electric 15 amp; Water Hookups at each site included. Grocery stores are 15 minutes away for all your camping needs. Restaurants are available less than 5 minutes from the property.We look forward to hosting you!

Husky Alpaca Ranch

1 site · RV, Tent94 acres · York, ON

Century farm, cropped fields, naturally filled pond. Some bushes at the back that are home to a wide variety of wildlife. Learn more about this land: Camp amongst open skies, perfect for star viewing at night. The semi-private site provides an open area to pitch your tent or set up your small camper. There is a pond on-site that has fish in it. You will hear the bullfrogs and cicadas in the evening. Wake up to the stunning sunrises and fall asleep to sunsets over the fields. Fires are permitted within local regulations. 4-wheel drive is recommended. There is cell reception in the area. There are opportunities to visit the alpacas and huskies up at the barn! The towns of Caledonia, Cayuga, and Binbrook are nearby for all your camping needs. Hiking, fishing, and kayaking (near to Grand River) opportunities in the area as well!

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Secluded Starry Nights

2 sites · RVs, Tents113 acres · Guelph, ON

Located in the hamlet of Mosborough on 113 acres, this is a working farm with open fields, an old orchard, and 27 acres of forest. We are a short drive to Guelph Lake, the Elora Gorge, Guelph to Goderich rail trail, and a 25-minute drive to St Jacob's farmers market. And a 1.4 km walk to a small country market and bakery. A great site for families that you can call home and plan day trips around the area, or hang out at the campsite. Firewood is available for purchase on-site. We have 3 campsites that are spread out on 4 acres of grass. 1 site is used for temporary summer trailers, 2 are for camping. Pets are welcome, but keep them on a leash. Please remember to remove all garbage and recycling from campsites, a compost bin is available on site by the garden. A portable toilet is available from June 1 to September 30. We look forward to hosting you!

Greener Pastures Eco Farm

4 sites · RVs, Tents75 acres · Woodstock, ON

Our farming adventure began in the Spring of 2015 on a 15 acre farm. In 2020 we moved to a 75-acre farm just outside of Woodstock, Ontario. Carl's childhood passion of animal husbandry was given a new purpose when our family made a conscious decision to change the way we related to our food. We began a family quest to eat locally and sustainably. As our little farm grew we developed relationships with our greater community and Greener Pastures was born! As our farming adventure continues, we are loving that each day brings new opportunities for learning. We invite you to join us as we continue to seek greener pastures! While here, be sure to visit the On-Farm Shoppe for fresh eggs, meats, and other great local products.

The Farm1

4 sites · RVs, Tents15 acres · Brant, ON

It was 1984 when John found his ‘diamond in the rough’, 20 acres with an orchard on the outskirts of Brantford. O.K., so the house was nothing to write home about but perfect for building a construction yard…no neighbors except for the family across the road that used their property to build log homes. By 1987 the old house was gone, a new one was being built and a shop for working on heavy equipment had been located about 200 ft. from Dr. the back door. It wasn’t until 1996 that things changed very much. Yes, the property around the house had benefitted from a wide array of trees and shrubs that John saved from the construction/demolition jobs he had done and that still thrive today but no big projects (except for equipment purchases) were ongoing. A chance meeting with the neighbor across the road one day resulted in the following dinner conversation, ‘How was your day’ I chirped. ‘Not bad, so-and-so didn’t come in; the truck broke down and I took it for repair; I bought the property across the road, and oh, yeah I’ll need a ride after dinner to pick up the truck’ was John’s casual reply. ‘What was that’? I pressed. ‘Yes, I need a ride after dinner to pick up the truck’ he repeated with a bit more volume. Of course like anyone, I had questions, ‘Do you want peas or corn with dinner’? ‘What time do you want to go to get the truck’? ‘The property across the road’, 10 acres, still has the 4 storey barn with its twin tiled silos which was built in 1914 and the big white house with wrap around porch that once was home to a Doctor and his family. Built so the Doctor could see his patients in the front with the family living in the back was very common in the day. Things remained relatively peaceful until 2000 when after studying alpacas for more than 6 years I bought our first three. Back in 2000 alpacas and llamas were not frequently seen on farms and because they could been seen from the road they received A LOT of attention. People driving by would stop and ask about them, ask if they could take a picture or two and that was when I would hear over and over again ‘You have a beautiful place here, I wish I/we could stay’. Well, if you want to visit and stay in the city it’s doable, we call it a hotel. But visiting a farm and staying well, that isn’t so easy. Each year we would see more and more families coming to ‘The Farm’ as they would call it. Some came to see the alpacas and horses, some came for a stroll and to check out the horse drawn milk and bread delivery wagons, some to have family birthday parties, others to have engagement/wedding/Christmas card pictures…and so many asked if there was any way they could spend a day or two. In 2021 during a conversation with a friend I mentioned we were in the process of gutting the 1100 sq. ft. space downstairs and turning it into an Airbnb! Right away she said, ‘I don’t know why you don’t have a Hipcamp? You’ve got that great area by the new barn that Hipcampers would love’! After a little investigation I found out what a Hipcamp was…and as they say, the rest is future.

Hidden Peace

2 sites · RVs2 acres · Smithville, ON

Learn more about this land: Surrounded by mature trees, you'll be camping out back of the property of your hosts, Mark and Joanne. In a quiet and relaxed setting, you will be able to rest and unwind. Firepit and firewood are available. In the heart of Niagara, and in the heart of wine country, it's just minutes to various wineries and wine tours. Niagara Falls is about 30 minutes away as well as various trails and parks. Balls Falls and the Bruce Trail are minutes away. Central to 3 small towns, Grimsby, Smithville, and Beamsville, you'll have many restaurants to choose from. Stop in and unwind! Traveling with others? We have more than one site. Hidden Peace is an RV only site, meaning for travel trailers (with attached towing vehicle), and motorhomes only. No cars and tenting.

Hunter's Heavenly Haven

5 sites · Lodging, Tents11 acres · Dunnville, ON

This unique 11-acre country property is the perfect place to relax and enjoy nature at its best! Enjoy a Glamping experience in one of our cabins or camp amongst the evergreens. Sit by your own private campfire next to the beautiful pond and listen to the frogs croaking (bring earplugs), the birds chirping, and the trickling of the waterfall! Use the paddle boat in the pond or walk the property and trails to capture all of nature's wonders! Choose from 5 unique stays! The Tiny Cabin Retreat -has a Queen size bed, 2 chairs, fan, hydro, screen room and a fire pit The Quaint Cabin -has 1 Queen bed, a kitchenette, bbq, TV with Dvds, a screen room and a fire pit. The Gazebo- is on a tiny island with a Queen bed, seating inside, a fan, a light and a fire pit. The Little Blue Cabin- is a recent addition for 2024. This cabin features a queen size bed, kitchenette, with table, fridge, dishwashing station, firepit, and is closer to the washrooms. Hunter's Heavenly Haven camp - Nestled amongst the Pines is the Perfect spot for tent or car camping! The Town of Dunnville has great restaurants, shops, the Grand River and is a 15 min. drive to Lake Erie! We look forward to hosting you!

Camping near Hamilton guide

Overview

Coming across the Burlington Skyway, crossing the western end of Lake Ontario, most people get one image of this mid-sized city—the roaring industrial production of their steel mills, which produce 60 percent of the nation’s steel. But you’ll find plenty of places to get outdoors here. Divided by the Niagara Escarpment, 120 waterfalls tumble within the city limits, and the 890-kilometre Bruce Trail winds through town, right along the ridge. And they have plenty of waterfront, too. Rent a bike and cruise along the lake at West Harbour, stroll the trails at Confederation Beach Park, or enjoy a concert at the grassy natural amphitheatre at Bayfront Park. Then, take your pick of excellent campgrounds, all within easy driving distance.

Where to go

Bronte Creek Provincial Park

Just a few minutes north of town, this park is bisected by the 50-metre-deep Bronte Creek Ravine. Hike along several trails, including the 1.8-kilometre Lookout Ravine Trail, which meanders along the top of the valley. Families love the animals at the Children’s Farm, as well as the Playbarn, a 150-year-old structure that’s been converted into a massive play loft for climbing and jumping.

Rock Point Provincial Park

Stretching out along the shore of Lake Erie, this park has a kilometre-long beach, lined with the remains of a 350-million-year-old coral reef. Climb up to a viewing platform to look out over the sand dunes, or fish for bass and walleye from atop a limestone outcrop. Then hike along the Woodlot Trail, two kilometres through oak savanna.

Selkirk Provincial Park

Where the wetlands of Spring Creek meet the shores of Lake Erie, you can swim at two separate beaches here (beware, the one on the lake side tends to be pebbly). Canoe down the creek, or take a little hike along the boardwalks of Wheeler’s Walk Trail, an easy 1.5 kilometres through the marsh.

Turkey Point Provincial Park

Set on the shores of Long Point Bay, this is a favourite park for families, who love wading out a long way from the two-kilometre beach on the shallow, sandy bottom. There’s also a nine-hole golf course, plus three hiking trails—Lookout Bluff offers really nice views over the water.

When to go

While somewhat moderated by the influence of Lake Ontario, which acts as a sort of inland sea, Hamilton experiences four very distinct seasons. Summer is hot and humid, with July offering the best weather and evenings cooling quickly toward the end of August. The leaves start changing in September, with the peak of fall colours—so much red and gold—usually around Thanksgiving in early-mid October. Beaches and parks are crowded in late June, July, and August, but if you come after Labour Day, you may just have the whole place to yourself.

Know before you go

The Queen Elizabeth Way (the QEW) is the main thoroughfare between Toronto and Niagara, and is best avoided on Fridays and Sundays in summer, when it jams up with traffic.
You can fly right into Hamilton—the John C. Munro International Airport connects the city with international destinations and other places across Canada.
The distinctive green double-decker GO Trains run from Hamilton to Toronto’s Union Station, an easy ride that sometimes skirts the lake.
The city is home to several outdoors stores, or you can also cross the Skyway to next-door Burlington to shop at Mountain Equipment Co-op.

Nearby attractions

For an enriching nature retreat, camping near Rockwood Conservation Area is ideal. The Rockwood camping experience combines tranquil forest trails, mesmerizing limestone cliffs, and crystal-clear waters, promising a truly invigorating outdoor adventure.