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Camping at Heritage Farms

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· Peninsula, Summit, Ohio

115 acres hosted by Carol And George H.

6 lodging sites · 9 tent sites

Best in Ohio: 1st place

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Near Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Within a 30-minute drive from the Boston Store Visitor Center.

Carol and George is a Star Host

Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.

At Heritage Farms, we’re currently a 5th-generation, family-owned and -operated Christmas tree farm headed by my husband, George, and me, Carol. Originally founded in 1848 by my great uncle Lawson Waterman, it was my father who shifted our primary focus to cultivating Christmas trees in 1955. George and I took the reins in 1979 and have been happily continuing the tradition of growing trees while also expanding into other areas, including celebrating Halloween with our month-long Pumpkin Pandemonium in October. We’ve also taken to hosting the Peninsula Flea during the summer months, catering to a wide variety of artisan- and craftsman-centric clientele. As for camping, we began eight years ago following a trip George and I took to Denmark, wherein we stayed in a number of outdoor shelters that would later inspire us to construct the first of our several Adirondack-style shelters. We’ve since expanded to offering six shelters total, three of which share the same Adirondack aesthetic of our original build, and three of which take inspiration from an open-air A-frame design. Along with those shelters, we’ve mapped out nine primitive tent sites, all of which are available for rent, spring through fall—we hope to see you here! Heritage Farms is a 5th-generation, 115-acre farm located in the heart of the scenic Cuyahoga Valley National Park, and as such we are incredibly close to the various trails located across the Cuyahoga Valley. We are a working tree farm, and while we do ask for your care while residing among our fields, we also encourage you to take advantage of the beauty and serenity that our property has to offer! WHAT WE OFFER From April 1st to October 26th, 2024, we have 15 campsites available* for rental, including nine outdoor tent sites, three A-frame sites, two standard Adirondack shelter sites, and one “Glamping” site. Each site comes standard with a fire ring, a grilling grate, a picnic table, and a storage rack for firewood and kindling drop-offs. All shelter sites include closure devices for privacy and protection. Our Glamping site (numbered as Campsite 3) features an upgraded Adirondack shelter that includes a complimentary mattress, screen door and fasteners, exterior curtain, lean-to awning, and full propane grill and tool set. Also included is a furnished campfire ring featuring rustic bench seating and chairs. It’s a perfect site for large groups! Included for use by all campers is our Games Field, located by our lower gravel lot, adjacent to campsites A and B. This field holds a cornhole area, a horseshoes pitch, and a tetherball court, all with playing pieces available. We also have our Lending Wagon, stocked with board games, books, puzzles, and miscellaneous gear campers may need—we do request that all items borrowed from the Lending Wagon be returned before departing Heritage Farms. Other amenities include an information booth where carts, charging stations, and assistance from an on-site attendant can be found. *During October, several of our campsites (A-F, and 6) are closed in lieu of our Pumpkin Pandemonium. As a result, our reservations are limited during this month. SOME THINGS TO KNOW 1. We have capacity limits at our sites. Tent sites, labelled A-J, can hold three (3) tents. Shelter sites, numbered 1-6, have a shelter and room for two (2) tents. All sites are limited to a maximum of six (6) campers. 2. All vehicles (except bicycles) must remain in the designated parking lots. 3. No vehicles may be driven into the camping area at any time. 4. Campers are responsible for carrying their gear to their campsites—we provide wheeled carts for your use. 5. Ohio Primitive Camping licensing does not allow for wheeled camping on Heritage Farms property. This includes car camping, truck campers, popups, RVs, and any other wheeled camping vehicles. 6. Due to Summit County Health regulations, we cannot provide ground water. Please bring your own drinking water and washing water. We do have 1-gallon jugs of water available for purchase during reservations and upon arrival at Heritage Farms. Purchases can be made using PayPal, credit card, or cash. 7. Due to the potential risks posed to our crops, and to state and National Park regulations, WE DO NOT ALLOW OUTSIDE FIREWOOD on Heritage Farms property—firewood MUST be purchased from Heritage Farms. Firewood and kindling bundles are available for purchase upon reservation at a discounted rate and will be delivered to your campsite prior to your arrival. Firewood may also be purchased upon arrival at our standard rate, using PayPal, credit card, or cash. 8. Several of our campsites are situated along the boundary between the farm and Cuyahoga Valley National Park property. Please respect the designated boundaries and refrain from encroaching into unauthorized park territory. 9. Check-in times are from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. If you’re arriving after 7:00 p.m., please let us know your estimated time of arrival—if you’re arriving after dark, we’ll mark your site with a solar light. Checkout should be completed before 10:00 a.m.—all tents, equipment, and trash must be removed from your campsite prior to your departure. We do have a dumpster on-site where all camp trash must be disposed. Gray water stations are available for the disposal of used or dirty water. 10. Only campers registered to Hipcamp are permitted on Heritage Farms property. A public picnic area is available ¼-mile south of the farm for outside socializing. 11. DOG POLICY: we welcome dogs who have received prior permission from the farm owners. We limit the number of dogs on property each day. A dog registration form must be filled out upon arrival and must include information regarding rabies vaccinations—dogs that have not had the proper vaccinations are not permitted on the property. All dogs MUST be on a leash and in the physical control of their owner(s) at all times. No pets may be left unattended at any time—pets must be taken with their owner(s) any time the owner(s) departs the farm property. 12. Heritage Farms is a working farm, and as such machinery may be in use during your stay. OTHER INFORMATION Our 15 primitive campsites are situated 25 to 50 yards apart from one another. This allows for social distancing and maximizes campsite privacy. All 15 of our campsites at Heritage Farms are available for booking from April 1 until September 27, 2024; from September 28 to October 26, 2024, only shelter sites 1-5 and tent sites and G, H, and J will be open. We can't wait to see you on the farm!

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Melissa C.recommends

April 21, 2024

Campsite 6

Camping and an Eclipse.

I enjoyed campsite 6. There was a picnic table, fire ring, and place for firewood if you purchased some at the site. There was also an A-frame structure at the site but I used a tent to sleep in since the April nights were still cold; and I used the A-frame to store my items (which worked out great to keep everything dry when it rained the first night). Even though the weather was cold and rainy at night, the weather was warm and sunny during the day. There were random instances of pine fresh smell that would blow through the camp from all the pine trees growing on the farm. I particularly enjoyed the great view of the sky for the total solar eclipse. It contributed to a very memorable experience getting to see the sparkling ring in the sky that was the solar eclipse. I also, had the pleasure of talking with Carol and George. Very nice couple. If I came back again, and reserved the same campsite (#6), I would probably bring my hammock stand and hammock; and set it up in the A-frame with a bug net. Also, I'd bring a small tarp for the entry side(s) of the A-frame to cover the ground should it rain (it can get a little muddy). Thank you Carol and George for sharing your farm.

Zachary R.recommends

April 19, 2024

Campsite 5

The shelter was roomy for two people. A great place to spend a night outside!

Ariana G.recommends

April 19, 2024

Campsite D

We loved it!!!

We loved our campsite! We enjoyed walking around the farm as well. The firewood delivery service was a huge plus. Wonderful hospitality. It had been raining all week before we arrived so it was a bit muddy, but they laid out mulch on the paths and on our campsite which was awesome. Would love to camp here again in the future!

Kirk B.recommends

April 18, 2024

Campsite E

Nice area and clean restrooms. Would come back. Cross the river at the covered bridge if the river is up.

Emily T.recommends

April 13, 2024

Campsite J

Had campsite J for the eclipse, this was the best campsite to watch at! The site was beautiful and taken care of. There was a nice trail around it to explore. The person checking in cars was very nice and helpful :) I can’t wait to go back!

Brittany U.

April 10, 2024

Campsite A

The campground was great - hosts were responsive, bathrooms were clean, and they had lots of helpful amenities (like the Lending Wagon and rolling carts to carry gear), and it's very close to great hiking in the National Park. Unfortunately, the pictures didn't show how close Campsites A and B are to the road. It's not super busy, but the views weren't as nice and it wasn't as secluded as the pictures of our site made it seem. Also, you can hear quite a bit of road noise from the freeway a few miles away at night - definitely bring earplugs!

Location

Peninsula, Summit, Ohio, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Erie and Kaskaskia First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Carol And George H.Joined in March 2018

Response rate: 100%Response time: Within 2 hours

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