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The Hemlock Ridge
100%
(33)4WD recommended
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Rock pile landing
100%
(13)Campfires allowed
Toilet
Pets allowed
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100% Recommend52 ratings · 46 reviews
My girlfriend and I had a lovely few days here relaxing at the site. The fire pit, picnic table and tarp were all nice touches and helped make meals easy. Quiet and peaceful site and friendly host, would recommend.
Spent the weekend at rock pile and I must say I was pleasantly surprised and pleased
Site was a lot bigger than expected. It was quiet and no other campers around definitely what we needed considering we were camping with dogs and they bark at everyone they see.
Sean was a great host and came to see us when we arrived and checked in to make sure we had everything we needed. We will definitely come back and would like to try the other site next time.
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· August 2026
Tent · Group trip ·
The Hemlock Ridge
We had a great stay, the campsite was very clean.
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· August 2026
Tent ·
The Hemlock Ridge
We had a great time camping at hemlock ridge, the campsite was very spacious and well maintained and Sean was a very nice host! Beautiful scenery and lots of good swimming spots, perfect site to bring a dog along.
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· August 2026
Tent · With pets ·
Rock pile landing
Had a great time tent camping on Sean’s property, the stay was extremely private and peaceful. Sean was very friendly and prompt. I got all the help I needed. Would recommend 10/10 times. If you’re looking for a quiet time away, this is it.
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· August 2026
Tent ·
Rock pile landing
This is a neat, peacefull site which offers a nice quiet area to rest at the end of the day. I enjoy coming back here.
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· July 2026
Tent ·
Rock pile landing
Calm place to go with your pets. The lake is beautiful!
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· July 2026
Tent ·
Rock pile landing
I had a good time at Off Grid studios and would recommend it to anyone looking for a quiet trip vs what you typically find at popular destinations. Sean himself was very friendly and made sure to ask if there was anything needed as my trip went by. He was also helpful in pointing out local destinations.
I loved car camping there! Sean gave me great suggestions about things to do in the area and even helped me improve my fire building skills. I am so happy to have found this quiet place to relax and recharge. 100% recommend!
Sean's place is great! Nice campsite with everything I needed. Sean is a wonderful host and had lots of info on what to do in the area. The area itself is beautiful and a lovely patch of woods.
I've really enjoyed my first week at Off-Grid Studios with host Sean! Very beautiful wooded property with lovely trails to explore and close to local lakes for short day trips. The site was clean and level and HUGE! The wooden platform for a tent was an unexpected bonus. I love the birds and wildlife in the area and found my week very relaxing and best of all bug-free! If you are looking for a relaxed atmosphere, with great hosts, and local knowledge, this is the place for you.
Had an amazing stay at Sean’s place in the beginning of October. He was so accommodating and friendly. We had everything we needed and Sean was responsive to our messages. The lake is a short walk away and even though it was late in the season, we had warm enough weather to take a dip. We stayed on the landing site and had an overall amazing experience. Will definitely be back again. We went exploring and made a couple of new friends in the area as the people we encountered were very friendly. Not a single complaint and it’s nice for people who want to forgo the crowded campgrounds.
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· September 2025
12 ft pop-up camper · With pets ·
The Hemlock Ridge
It started raining right as we arrived and didn't stop until the next day, yet it was still a great trip! There's something special about this place!
It feels very private and tucked into the woods, but there's a gravel road not far away, so you'll hear vehicles from time to time. Or people walking and talking and you'll think there are people in the bush, but they pass eventually.
Sean's property offers a diverse camping experience between the 3 units, lots of privacy and hiking trails. Sean is also an excellent host. Very kind and attentive to his guests. Frequent communication and just all round good vibes. We shot a movie on his campground which lent the perfect atmosphere for our scenes. I look forward to returning to Sean's property for the next camping getaway!
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· August 2025
Tent ·
The Hemlock Ridge
As always, Sean was a perfect host (very communicative and accommodating). On this trip, we rented Sean's canoe and explored a nearby lake and went fishing. We also hiked Sean's land and went into nearby Maynooth to check it out. 10/10 experience!
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· August 2025
13 ft travel trailer ·
Rock pile landing
Sean is super friendly, responsive and helpful; also willing to provide recommendations and directions. The site was tidy and offered a picnic table with a cooking station. The trails in the surrounding woods were fun to take the dogs on, too! A great first Hipcamp experience for us.
Sean supplied us with a nice quiet meadow area surrounded by forest to camp in. It was an excellent place to set up our base camp and enjoy the area.
We stayed for two nights and had a good time. The site was easy to find with Sean’s instructions and was exactly as expected, private enough, peaceful, and easy to settle into.
We spent most of our time beach hopping nearby, then came back to a chill by the fire. No complaints, just good vibes and a solid spot to unplug.
I absolutely loved camping at Sean’s land! Me and my dog needed some time away from the city and I couldn’t have picked a better spot, and a better host! Sean was so lovely and attentive to our needs, gave me all the amazing tips to make sure my solo trip went smoothly. Accessing the site was easy given that I had an suv, if you have a smaller car I think it’s still doable, or theres an option to park your vehicle near the clearing too and walk to the site.
I enjoyed watching the clear sky full of stars (there was a meteor shower during our stay!), hearing the animals and the birds and having a campfire. Felt really safe and secluded in this place. During the day, my dog and I would go on hikes in the surrounding areas and to Algonquin as well…the East gate is about a 40minute drive from Sean’s. All in all, it was a great experience, I would definitely come back!
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· July 2025
10 ft pop-up camper · With pets ·
Rock pile landing
Our stay here was wonderful. The site was decently flat with ample room for our small teardrop camper. The bathroom is a very short walk away, and was really clean and well stocked. Sean, the host, was very welcoming and kind. He checked up on us to see if we needed anything, or had any questions. We look forward to staying again sometime in the future.
We camped here for a bike trip. Very nice host, we had a wonderful weekend :) If you're looking to bike around the area would definitely recommend!
The rock pile landing camping spot was ideal! Easy to access and beautiful woods. Plus we got to see a beautiful sunset over the lake. Sean is very responsive and accommodating. We'll definitely stay again. Highly recommend.
We were looking for a last-minute escape from the city, and The Hemlock Ridge was exactly what we needed to unwind. We brought our truck with a rooftop tent, and our friend arrived with her Jeep and trailer—also rooftop tent-equipped. Both setups fit perfectly, with lots of flat space and room to spread out.
The outhouse was, no joke, the cleanest we’ve ever encountered while camping. The picnic table at our site was spotless and came in super handy—we didn’t even need to pull out our own gear. It’s little touches like that that make a big difference.
At night, the area was beautifully quiet, with zero light pollution and a breathtaking view of the stars. Our dogs were in absolute heaven—roaming, sniffing, and exploring the open space.
The location is ideal for anyone looking to adventure: you can hit trails by foot, Jeep, ATV, or side-by-side right from the site. Maynooth is just minutes away, and Bancroft is a short drive, so you’re remote but still have access to essentials.
Sean was a fantastic host—welcoming, helpful, and offering firewood on site at a very fair price. He’s currently working on developing more campsites across his expansive property, and we’re already planning to return to check them out.
This is hands-down one of the best off-grid camping spots we’ve visited—quiet, clean, dog-friendly, and overlander-approved. Highly recommend staying at The Hemlock Ridge!
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· November 2024
16 ft campervan ·
The Hemlock Ridge
Property is quiet and peaceful with a panoramic view of rolling treed landscape and Lake to the West. It's a great spot for drycamping.
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· October 2024
Tent ·
The Hemlock Ridge
Beautiful property. Very peaceful. Sean was super helpful and informative.
We absolutely loved this spot! Very private so our pups could be off leash the whole time. Having a tarp already set up was a blessing as we didn't have to struggle with our own. Sean was very friendly and extremely helping with any questions we had! He also went above and beyond to send us all the things to do around us like antiques and cafes. The town near by is very cute and the bakery is unbelievably good. All in all would recommend this place and Sean as a host any day!
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· September 2024
Tent ·
The Hemlock Ridge
Fantastic spot, Sean was super welcoming and friendly, and it was great getting a tour of amazing off grid life they have there! Campsite was very private, felt deep in the woods, the first extra shelter was great for any rain, but still very close to town if need be, and phone signal was still great for me if needed. HIGHLY recommend
My dog & I had a lovely labour day weekend at Hemlock Ridge! The site is huge, extremely private, and I had no trouble driving the trail in my little car. Sean communicated well leading up to and during our stay, and gave great local recommendations for things to do. The lake is a short drive or decent walk to the end of the dirt road, and the boat launch was perfect for a quick dip. Sean had setup a big tarp over the picnic table and a tent spot which came in handy when it rained on the last night. I would definitely recommend this site for those looking for a private getaway into the woods 🏕🌲🌌 thanks again Sean!
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· August 2024
Tent ·
The Hemlock Ridge
We only stayed for 1 night passing to break up our long drive and it was well worth it! The site was very clean and private, Sean was very helpful as well! We will definitely be back again for a longer stay!
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· August 2024
Tent ·
The Hemlock Ridge
Comfortable quiet and private camping location in the middle of the beautiful Hastings highlands. Sean is a very friendly and personable host.
Location
Bancroft, Hastings, Ontario, CanadaTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Sean L.
Joined in May 2023Response rate: 80%Response time: Within 5 hours
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