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Russell, Illinois, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Tom F.Joined in April 2020
Response rate: 60%Response time: Within 19 hours
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37 Ratings · 31 reviews
Jay G.recommends
November 21, 2022
Seclusive Nature Site
Double Dip Review
Sometimes I book my weekend as two separate trips for financial reasons. So I get to leave two reviews for a single stay. 😎
Scroll for my many past reviews, and check out Skamping With Jay on YouTube for video tours of here and other Hipcamp locations.
Jay G.recommends
November 21, 2022
Seclusive Nature Site
Another Awesome Weekend!
Feel free to scroll for my past reviews.
There are reasons why I keep coming back.
Looking forward to many stays to come.
Isabella M.recommends
July 16, 2022
Seclusive Nature Site
Very safe and comfortable
It was great camping here! Tom had a campfire set up for us and introduced us to all of his farm animals. It was very comfortable and safe here. Super quiet as well. Definitely recommend!
Isaac B.recommends
July 14, 2022
Seclusive Nature Site
This was a great spot to stay the night on a roadtrip. Feels very secluded even though you’re so close to the highway. Tom was very friendly and provided a good pile of firewood to keep us going.
Matthew H.recommends
June 20, 2022
Seclusive Nature Site
Bikepacking trip up the DRT
Nice secluded campsite in the woods with a great view of some open wetlands. We showed up at dusk so the mosquitoes were poised for attack, but the deep woods off kept them at bay while we setup. Once it was dark they completely went away and we were able to sit around the campfire and enjoy the beautiful evening. The firewood provided was nice and dry without a single pop or crack during the whole fire. We did hear a few passing trains and some traffic noise during the evening but nothing that negatively impacted our stay.
Jay G.recommends
June 5, 2022
Seclusive Nature Site
Another Amazing Stay
I had another great stay at the Old Corris Family Farm. Tom is always an exceptional host.
You can find walkthrough videos on my YouTube channel Skamping With Jay.
Jay G.recommends
January 16, 2022
Seclusive Nature Site
I've lost count on my stays
Another awesome stay at the Old Corris Family Farm.
Scroll up for my previous reviews.
Chris O.recommends
September 13, 2021
Seclusive Nature Site
What an amazing site and host! Will definitely be back, looking forward to staying here when I want to get out of Chicago
Jay G.recommends
August 28, 2021
Seclusive Nature Site
Stay #4
This is my 4th stay. Scroll up for my previous reviews.
Tom is awesome.
The site is great.
I'll be back again and again and again.
Eric G.recommends
August 16, 2021
Seclusive Nature Site
Once again awesome place to camp out at. Was able to camp out next to River and had a blast.Went fishing and caught 4 fishes within a few hours of fishing.
Jennifer M.recommends
July 19, 2021
Seclusive Nature Site
a summer getaway success
Tom was great at communicating during the reservation process (and we booked last minute), and Anna warmly greeted us upon arrival & brought us over to the campsite, which is located in a secluded wooded clearing between a hayfield and wetland.
They allowed us use of their backyard fishing spot (complete with friendly goats and ducks) and even gave us some fresh eggs for breakfast (what a treat!). Bug spray was a life saver, and we enjoyed the coyote howls at night, multitude of bird songs in the morning, and generous supply of firewood.
While you can hear cars and trains at this primitive campsite (no water, table, toilet), you have the space to yourself and a pretty pastural view, which is exactly what we needed, just 15 minutes away from Winthrop Harbor where we enjoyed a fishing charter.
Jay G.recommends
June 20, 2021
Seclusive Nature Site
3rd stay. Will be back.
This was my 3rd stay at this site. Scroll up for my previous reviews. Always a good time. Thanks again, Tom!
Andrew H.recommends
November 24, 2020
Seclusive Nature Site
Charming site w/ friendly hosts!
2 sites available. I stayed nearing the house right near the banks of a charming little river. Roaring fire already goi h for me when I arrived after dark. Anna, the host, is incredibly welcoming. Baby goats, geese and ducks abound and love to be fed... if you’re into that kind of thing
Sherilyn S.recommends
November 2, 2020
Seclusive Nature Site
Flexible and respectful
Tom was really flexible with our group, and I appreciated that he showed up wearing a mask. We were a mixed group from both sides of the boarder looking for a safe outdoor place for a few hours together around a fire. One couple from our group decided last minute to stay the night, and Tom never showed frustration with our plans.
The sounds from the road are a thing, but the site was truly far from roads. It was perfect for our group and we were thankful to find Tom's place literally right between Milwaukee and Chicago!
Robbie W.recommends
October 19, 2020
Seclusive Nature Site
What a great spot! The animals are friendly, the host accommodating and kind, and a secluded spot!
Jeffrey T.recommends
October 10, 2020
Seclusive Nature Site
Fantastic campsite and Tom is a great host.
Jay G.recommends
September 20, 2020
Seclusive Nature Site
Much more enjoyable in September
This was my 2nd stay at The Old Corris Family Farm.
The first stay didn't go so well through no fault of Tom's. The heat and bugs back in July really got to me and I ended up cutting my trip short.
This stay was night and day compared to the last. It was cool and virtually bug free.
The site is secluded, and quite large. The fire pit is 5 feet in diameter. There's lots of room.
You will be alone and unbothered unless you message Tom for more firewood. Then he'll come by and drop it off.
Know that in the summer months the bugs are seriously no joke. You will need bug repellent of some sort. I would recommend bringing a can of yard fogger and some Deep Woods Off.
This stay I didn't use any of the bug repellent I brought with me. It was glorious.
In conclusion, I highly recommend Tom's place in the cooler months. The heat and mosquitoes are too harsh for me in the summer. I'll stay in the summer again, but I'll keep an eye on the upcoming temps for that weekend.
The bugs can be controlled. If you enjoy the heat, you may like it in the Summer.
Sally L.recommends
September 8, 2020
Seclusive Nature Site
Seclusive site with no one around
My husband and I totally enjoyed this site over the labor day weekend with no neighbors around. The site is in some oak grove in the middle of some hay field. The "hike" is about 5 mins from where we park, and Tom gave us a ride on his 4-wheeler to carry our heavy gear into the site. He gave us a HUGE pile of wood for $10.
The only negatives are his direction on the confirmation email is an alternative site by the river, which is in his backyard. You can also hear the road, train, and the post office truck backing up all morning on Sat.
I still enjoy the campsite, and would definitely come back.
Frances K.recommends
August 24, 2020
Seclusive Nature Site
We had such a lovely time! We enjoyed meeting the animals and loved the secluded setting. Tom and Anna were super nice and accommodating, too :)
Dion J.recommends
August 10, 2020
Seclusive Nature Site
it rained but we still had a great time
Emily S.recommends
August 10, 2020
Seclusive Nature Site
Good spot for secluded camping
My kids (5 and 7) were eager to go on their first camping trip. They had a great time. They loved seeing the baby goats, having a campfire and seeing the stars. And the campsite is very secluded so there were no problems being socially distanced. Tom warned us about the mosquitoes, and he wasn't kidding! But we still had fun and the site was very much as described.
Jay G.recommends
July 19, 2020
Seclusive Nature Site
Secluded in nature with internet.
Awesome site tucked a good ways away from everything. Lots of shade, but plenty of breaks in the trees if you want to sit in the sun. I'm not sure of Tom's limit, but you could easily pitch 4 to 6 two-person tents throughout this site.
There is a lot of mosquitoes. The site is near marsh/swamp land. My Thermacell did a really good job at keeping them away.
There is road and train noise, but I found it more than tolerable.
I also had service on my phone (T-Mobile). So I was able to enjoy modern conveniences while hanging out in nature.
There's also a Kwik Trip, a TA truck stop, and a bar nearby.
My suggestions.
Pack light.
Bring bug repellent in some form.
If it rained recently, wear shoes you don't care about.
Pay the $10 to have your wood waiting for you. Worth every penny.
Overall, I will definitely return. I'm hoping to book a weekend in September or October.
Zoe M.recommends
July 14, 2020
Seclusive Nature Site
Wonderfully kind hosts, beautiful!
Dan and Hannah were so kind and welcoming!
Lovely property with adorable animals. Camp site was across the street on their private property. Very secluded and a great layout.
Just be prepared with a water jug and TP and you’ll be living!
Eric G.recommends
July 13, 2020
Seclusive Nature Site
Quick Getaway.
It was very nice .I had options on where I wanted to camp out. I decided to be some what in a very secluded area. Next time I will ask to stay next to river.
Megan L.recommends
July 1, 2020
Seclusive Nature Site
I loved the privacy and the atv ride and wagon offered to reach the site was super nice!
Daniel S.recommends
June 15, 2020
Seclusive Nature Site
This is a great campsite and Dan was friendly, helpful, and very responsive. We biked in from the Waukegan Metra station, pitched our two small tents, and had a great time exploring the area (on bikes and off) and sitting around the fire. The site itself is beautiful, only a few minutes from Wisconsin (and a case of New Glarus) and very close to the Lake Michigan Circle Tour route. I hope to come through again as part of a longer tour.
Narineh S.recommends
June 14, 2020
Seclusive Nature Site
LOVED IT!
Tom was really helpful and very laid back. It was a beautiful little get away and exactly what I wanted. The camping area was perfect amount of space to walk around and enjoy the campfire. We also loved that Tom had a petting farm 10 minutes away and we pet the most friendly cute goats and sheep! Highly recommend !
Mengjie Z.
June 7, 2020
Seclusive Nature Site
This was nice but there were too many mosquitoes.
Amber K.recommends
May 17, 2020
Seclusive Nature Site
It was just what we we're looking for. Some fresh air away from the city. The camp is in a little wood area in the middle of some fields. Definitely secluded and primitive. If it has rained or is going to rain, definitely take some waterproof boots. Just a little swampy entering and exiting the camp. Tom is happy to transport you and your gear to the site on his fourwheeler as well.
Warren B.recommends
May 12, 2020
Seclusive Nature Site
Everthing was great, thanks Tom!
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