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Big Belle Farm

Hosted by Paul · Mabou, Nova Scotia
129 sites · RV, Tent · 61 acres
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INSTRUCTIONS When you reserve your tent/rv make sure to select the day you want to check in until the day you are leaving. For example, to stay all weekend, select Friday to Sunday. To stay only Friday night, select Friday to Saturday. Selecting only one date will not reserve the date you want as it expects a start and end date to select any given date or date range. ABOUT Big Belle Farm is surrounded by large hayfields on the front of our property and at the back behind where the concert will take place. Tenters will be camping in the front fields and RVs will behind the concert field. When you come onsite there will be someone to meet you who will point out the locations were you can setup your tent or RV. There will be event Portable Toilets on site and access to water near the concert grounds.
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Tent Camping at Big Belle Farm

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Tent site · Sleeps 4
This ad is for Hipcampers who want to camp at Big Belle Farm in a Tent, Car, Truck Camper, or V-Class Camper Van. There is a separate ad for booking RV parking spots. There are two main tenting areas: [ 1 ] On either side of a gravel road that runs behind our barn. [ 2 ] On a large gravel pad ending at our blue shipping container. The large gravel pad [ 2 ] is to accommodate truck campers and v-class camper vans when the weather is too wet for larger vehicles to park on the grassy areas behind our barn (i.e., your tires start to create ruts in the field which should only happen if we have many days of rain). If we have drier conditions everyone can setup beside the gravel road behind our barn [ 1 ]. You can have up to 4 people in a tent, truck camper, or v-class camper van. You can pay extra for up to 2 more people. One tent per campsite. If you wish to camp in your automobile that would be considered equivalent to tent camping. There are Portable Toilets onsite that you can use. There is a location beside the front sliding door of the barn where you can get water to drink and a hose to fill up a water tank. There is a location behind the barn where you can find picnic tables. We do not allow campfires, but you can use a portable gas cooker if you have one. We have a fleet of hybrid bikes and some mountain bikes available for rent. If you are staying with us, you can rent a bike for the reduced rate of $30 a day. As part of the rental we can arrange a drop off and pickup of the bikes at the bottom of the hill at the Ceilidh Coastal Trail (you take your vehicle there). Bicycle rental includes a lock and helmet. Bring you own water bottle and backpack. BOOKING INSTRUCTIONS When you reserve your dates make sure to select the day you want to check in until the day you are leaving. For example, to stay all weekend, select Friday to Monday. To stay only Friday night, select Friday to Saturday. Selecting only one date will not reserve the date you want as it expects a different start and end date to select any given date or date range.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
No showers
Picnic table
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Tent site · Sleeps 6
This ad is for Hipcampers who want to erect a tent in a woodland area at Big Belle Farm. There are separate ads for RV camping and Tent Camping in non-woodland areas (which includes Truck Campers, V-Class Campervans and sleeping in your Automobile). In 2025 we decided to create 5 tent camping sites in a wooded area of our property. This allows tent campers to be more shaded during hot weather and protected from wind on blustery days. They are located in a visually appealing area next to a mowed field where you can kick or throw a ball, play with your dog, or engage in other recreational activities. We have placed small blue triangular signs next to each campsites. They are numbered from 1 to 5. You can pick any campsite that is available. You can back up to the edge of the field next to the woods and transport your camping gear from there to the campsite. It is not a long distance to transport your camping gear. Our first 4 campsites use crusher gravel to create a soft elevated area where you can pitch your tent. We left 1 of the sites (#5) more natural as the ground was already soft and level enough to camp on. There is a Portable Toilet labelled "Hipcamp Toilet" nearby that you can use. When you pass by our barn, there is a water spigot beside the front sliding door where you can get water to drink and a hose to fill up a water tank. You can use a portable gas cooker at any time if you have one. You should bring some long sleeves and bug spray in the event that the are horseflies and/or mosquitoes to deal with. When it is breezy there are fewer bugs. We are continually improving the farm to make tenting a better experience for our guests and will be updating camping ads as we do so. Big Belle Farm won Hipcamp site of the year in Nova Scotia in 2023.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
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Pets allowed
No showers
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RV Camping at Big Belle Farm

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Vehicle site · Sleeps 10 · Vehicles under 50 ft
This RV ad is for Hipcampers who want to camp at Big Belle Farm in an RV, Motor Home or Tow Behind Vehicle. There is a separate ad for booking a campsite for a Tent, Class-V Camper Van, and Truck Camper. There are two main RV areas: [ 1 ] On either side of a gravel road that runs behind our barn. [ 2 ] On a large gravel pad ending at our blue shipping container. The large gravel pad [ 2 ] is to accommodate RVs, Motor Homes and Tow Behind Vehicles when the weather is too wet for larger vehicles to park in the field behind our barn. If we have drier conditions, everyone can setup beside the gravel road behind our barn [ 1 ]. You can have up to 6 people in an RV, Motorhome or Tow Behind Vehicle. You can pay a small extra free for up to 4 more people. There are Portable Toilets onsite that you can use. There is a location beside the front sliding door of the barn where you can get water to drink and a hose to fill up your water tank. There is a location behind the barn where you can find picnic tables. We do not allow campfires, but you can use a portable gas cooker if you have one. We have a fleet of hybrid bikes and some mountain bikes available for rent. If you are staying with us, you can rent a bike for the reduced rate of $30 a day. As part of the rental we can arrange a drop off and pickup of the bikes at the bottom of the hill at the Ceilidh Coastal Trail (you take your vehicle there). Bicycle rental includes a lock and helmet. Bring you own water bottle and backpack. BOOKING INSTRUCTIONS When you reserve your dates make sure to select the day you want to check in until the day you are leaving. For example, to stay all weekend, select Friday to Monday. To stay only Friday night, select Friday to Saturday. Selecting only one date will not reserve the date you want as it expects a different start and end date to select any given date or date range.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
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Reviews

97% Recommend230 ratings · 93 reviews
Recommends
· October 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Woodland Tenting Sites
Clear directions and beautiful views, perfect spot to pitch a tent for the night
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Marnie B.
2 reviews
Recommends
· August 2025
Tent ·
2025 Blueberry Jam Tenting
Great location for day visitors, tents and campers.
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Phillip V.
5 months on Hipcamp
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· August 2025
Blueberry Jam
Tent ·
2025 Blueberry Jam Tenting
Went for a music festival (Blueberry Jam). Views of surrounding farmland were exceptional. No showers and only porta potties but we knew that going there and it wasn’t an issue. There was a sweet little cafe open in the barn and had the best coffee Saturday morning while most campers were sleeping. I recommend this wholeheartedly. ❤️
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Paula C.
5 months on Hipcamp
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· August 2025
A great weekend
24 ft Class B ·
2025 Blueberry Jam RV Camping
Amazing event! Such a fun weekend of fantastic music, dancing and food. Easy access to the camp spots, beautiful farm grounds. Everyone was friendly and helpful.
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Steve P.
4 reviews
Recommends
· August 2025
20 ft travel trailer ·
2025 Blueberry Jam RV Camping
It was a wonderful weekend, great scenery, wonderful people, amazing concert. The only drawback was the VERY loud generator's! Maybe only allow during certain hours or campers required to have quiet generators, only a suggestion. Looking forward to next year.
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Sheila M.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2025
Tent ·
More 2025 Blueberry Jam Tenting
Such a lovely place with lovely people! I look forward to coming back :)
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Jaron F.
4 months on Hipcamp
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· August 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
2025 Blueberry Jam Tenting
Camp site was clean and Easy to find. Will be back again next year for Blueberry Jam!
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Peter H.
5 months on Hipcamp
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· August 2025
Tent ·
2025 Blueberry Jam Tenting
Camped at the farm for Blueberry Jam. The tenting area was clearly laid out by a string fence to mark the area and pathway. They were on top of having porta potties cleaned and prepped (huge appreciation for that), trash and recycling bags provided at check in, the barn has such a great eclectic, rustic vibe.
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Megan R.
5 months on Hipcamp
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· August 2025
20 ft travel trailer ·
2025 Blueberry Jam RV Camping
A great venue, RV camping is great. Lots of assortment in the music. The after party in the barn = too cool!
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David S.
6 months on Hipcamp
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· August 2025
Tent ·
More 2025 Blueberry Jam Tenting
Such a friendly atmosphere, so relaxed. My partner and I would return in a heartbeat.
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Carley B.
4 months on Hipcamp
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· August 2025
A Musical Delight
Tent ·
2025 Blueberry Jam Tenting
This was a laid back, easy going weekend with many hours of incredible music. It was casual and everyone seemed to get alone in the camping and music areas.
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Lesly D.
4 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2025
Blueberry jam festival
31 ft travel trailer ·
2025 Blueberry Jam RV Camping
Such a beautiful spot, I will definitely come back again, the music was fantastic, the hosts are amazing, everyone was very accommodating, we even got to witness some bald eagles try to take a brand new baby cow that was literally just born in the next field, but with quick response from one farmer to the other, they got the word out and made sure mama and baby were safe, I would definitely rate this event a 10/10, we had an amazing weekend, thank you to our hosts and the many many volunteers who pull this off without a hitch, if you haven’t gone to a blueberry jam festival in beautiful mabou yet…..JUST DO IT , you won’t regret it, I promise ,looking forward to next year Donna & Dave
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Donna I.
6 months on Hipcamp
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· August 2025
20 ft travel trailer ·
2025 Blueberry Jam RV Camping
the site is really nice with lots of space and lovely views
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Cathy O.
7 months on Hipcamp
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· August 2025
Tent ·
2025 Blueberry Jam Tenting
Tent spaces were very adequate. Easy to get around. Venue set up was very accommodating. Thanks
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Ward G.
4 months on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· August 2025
28 ft Class C · With pets ·
2025 Blueberry Jam RV Camping
The registration for the campsite was a big problem! It was also confusing to have two different areas for registration upon arrival. There was no proper dance floor, and when people were dancing, they blocked the view of the stage. There was no program to indicate who was playing and what time. No covering for the audience; I'd hate to be there on a rainy day!
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Edith M.
5 months on Hipcamp
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· August 2025
22 ft Class C ·
2025 Blueberry Jam RV Camping
Great experience. Lots of space for RVs with portable toilets.
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Gillian P.
5 reviews
Recommends
· August 2025
Tent ·
More 2025 Blueberry Jam Tenting
Amazing scenery on top of the big hill. Attended Blueberry Jam for first time and it was amazing 😊
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Juanita S.
4 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2025
Most awesome HipCamp
Tent ·
2025 Blueberry Jam Tenting
Big Belle Farm is the ideal location for the Blueberry Jam Festival. Awesome open space for camping. Most beautiful views! Thank-you Paul for sharing your most amazing piece of paradise.
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Lisa F.
6 months on Hipcamp
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· August 2025
18 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
2025 Blueberry Jam RV Camping
The property is well laid out and roomy. The late Barn w live music is a real treat as well. A great event and glad that everyone was respectful of the grounds and their neighbors.
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Stephen M.
6 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2025
Big Belle Farm - Blueberry Jam
Tent ·
2025 Blueberry Jam Tenting
Overall stay was great, however, I would recommend more port-a-potty's for an event of this length and size. They were quite full and dirty by the end of night 2. Other than that we really enjoyed our stay!
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Laura J.
5 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2025
Camping at Blueberry Jam Fest
Tent ·
2025 Blueberry Jam Tenting
Always an amazing time! The atmosphere is magic! The talent keeps you on your toes! Cant wait till next year already! Thanks for opening your farm to us!
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Leah L.
6 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2025
Camping in car
More 2025 Blueberry Jam Tenting
It was a great venue . Stage area was close to tent and parking . The staff was so nice and helpful. . I will plan my yearly vacation around the festival dates . Can t wait until next year. Thanks to the farm family . Mabou Rocks
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James E.
4 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2025
30 ft campervan · Group trip ·
2025 Blueberry Jam RV Camping
Such a beautiful spot! We spent the weekend here while attending the Blueberry Jam festival and it couldn’t have went any better. We loved waking up surrounded by the green pastures surrounding the field.
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Breann C.
5 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Tent Camping at Big Belle Farm
I love tenting here! Great environment for blueberry jam and everyone was welcoming!
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Emily M.
4 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2025
Tent ·
2025 Blueberry Jam Tenting
Such a great atmosphere would go every year that I can from now on.
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Amy K.
5 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2025
Tent ·
Tent Camping at Big Belle Farm
Great host. Wide open field but perfect for a campervan base for day trips
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Gerard C.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2025
Good spot
Tent ·
Tent Camping at Big Belle Farm
Really clean, good spot and really good view! We stayed a night and could have spend more:)
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Rosalie H.
7 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
A Peaceful Spot
Tent ·
Tent Camping at Big Belle Farm
Paul’s farm was the perfect place to spend the night. The views of surrounding farms and rolling fields were beautiful and the dark night sky with full moon and complete quiet were very nourishing. We would love the chance to stay again next time we’re in Mabou.
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Lesley B.
5 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2025
Stayed twice
Tent · With pets ·
Tent Camping at Big Belle Farm
We stayed here twice. Less then 10 minutes to town. Beautiful farm farm with gorgeous views.
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Eric H.
12 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Tent ·
Woodland Tenting Sites
A beautiful site and gracious hosts, clear signage and they were happy to help with any questions :)
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Cheever Ames E.
6 months on Hipcamp

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Mabou, Inverness, Nova Scotia, CanadaTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Paul M.

Joined in April 2022

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