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Bay Drive-In

21 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Redwood, NY
Hey there, adventure seekers! Find us at 45148 Bailey Settlement Road, Redwood, NY 13679. Our screenings kick off right when the sun dips below the horizon, so we suggest arriving at least 30 minutes early to grab your meal and some tasty treats from the Bay Drive-In Cafe. Bring your furry friends along, but keep them leashed and under your spell! Tune into the movie magic on FM radio: Cinema 1 at 106.1 FM and Cinema 2 at 92.3 FM. Just dial in and dive into the cinematic bliss! Visit us at baydrivein.com
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Better Farm

14 sites · Lodging, Tents62 acres · Redwood, NY
Better Farm is a 65-acre organic farm, animal sanctuary, artist colony, and retreat space. The property features forests, rolling hills, open fields, a pond, sauna, various paddocks for the rescued farm animals, organic gardens, a two-story Art Barn with local FM radio station, gallery, studio and recording space, and a second barn used for events. This second-generation property began as a 1970s commune that since 2009 has been revived and renovated to provide overnight lodging, event space, residencies, and educational opportunities for the curious and creative. The farm is 10 short miles from the St. Lawrence River and Thousand Islands of Northern New York. The area is a naturalist's paradise, with countless outdoor opportunities to enjoy from boating and swimming to snowshoeing and hiking. There are more than a dozen lakes within 10 minutes of the property, with cute towns to explore including Sackets Harbor, Clayton, Alexandria Bay, and Wellesley Island.
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Anthony F.’s Land

3 sites · Tents25 acres · Redwood, NY
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Nature's Heritage Farm

4 sites · Tents52 acres · Natural Bridge, NY
Nature's Heritage Farm is a beautiful wooded farm in the Adirondack foothills. We consider ourselves stewards of our land, and thus draw from permaculture, regenerative agriculture, and other natural farming methods to rebuild soil and ecosystem health, raise delicious food and happy animals. We have a rabbit colony, a couple horses, and a family of miniature donkeys too! We're happy to give you a tour and introduction to them. You'll love seeing our historic bank barn, and Momma Donk is guaranteed to win you over with her love of ear scratches. We offer primitive tent campsites. No electric or toilets are available at this time. However, we can offer a number of services and rentals, including all of the camping gear you could need. Want the fun of camping without the half day spent setting up? Let us know, we'll have a tent ready and waiting with cots, camp kitchen and supplies ready to go! Most of the property is woods (pine plantation and natural hard wood forest) crisscrossed by park like trails. You can count on finding some peace and solitude if that is what you desire. Also, there are many state parks, preserves, lakes, rivers and other enjoyable attractions nearby. Our hilltop campsite is a dark site, and you can get a wonderful, clear view of the stars! Nearby Attractions include: - Baker Woods Preserve - Turning Point Park - New York Zoo - Numerous Adirondacks parks, hikes and peaks - within day trip distance of the Thousand Islands and the Wild Center! Note that this property is near Fort Drum, so sometimes you can hear their munitions practice in the distance.
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Pork Hill Getaway

6 sites · Tents5 acres · Rodman, NY
The Pork Hill Getaway is our summer retreat. We come up from FL for the summer and your welcome to come and camp out with us. We will be there from Early May to late September This is a 5 acre wooded lot with 5 sites, a small pond and creek too, some sites are gravel and some dirt/mulch.This will be our first full summer there, so there is much to do, to improve ours and your camping experience. So please pardon our "dust" for the summer of 2022. This is in Rodman NY, and on the western edge of the Tug Hill Plateau, In Jefferson County. At this time it is a dry site, no water or power or sewer hook ups. There is many many places to go, a few are the Adirondacks, Lake Ontario beaches and parks, Canada is just a few miles to the north, Plenty of hiking trails, Snowmobile trails, Hunting, Fishing and boating are just some of what is available Corner of Pork Hill Rd. & Myers Dr., Rodman NY.
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Beaver Camp

7 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents87 acres · Lowville, NY
Nestled in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains in upstate New York, this 87-acre expanse of forest, streams, and lake is the perfect escape from the business of life. Located in the Adirondack State Park directly on Beaver Lake, we have access to the lake and Beaver River flow and the wide expanse of forests and trails of the park. With heated cabins, water and electric RV sites, and outdoor tenting areas, we provide a camping experience that can be tailored to fit the needs of small and large groups. Whether it's cozying up around the fire in one of our indoor lounging areas; pitching a tent at our outpost camp lean-to site in the middle of the woods; sipping complimentary hot chocolate, coffee, or tea as you watch the sunrise over the lake; or hiking through the woods (or across the lake when its frozen over) and watching the wildlife, Beaver Camp offers a great opportunity to unplug and soak in the peace and quiet of nature.
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Bittersweet-Milkweed Farm Cabin

1 site · Tent100 acres · Heuvelton, NY
The Bittersweet-Milkweed Collaborative is a 113 acre small-scale adventure in community-oriented regenerative agriculture. We strive for biodiversity and regeneration and healing of the land, increasing soil fertility, pollinator habitat and water health. We welcome volunteers, campers and students, always looking to build community and renew connections. The farm includes permaculture gardens, livestock, fields, forests and protected wetlands, along with trails through the woods for snowshoeing or cross-country skiing in the winter. Set up camp in the midst of 113 acres of forest, fields and wetlands, exploring the multitude of micro-ecosystems. We offer an off-grid, two-story log cabin - no need to worry about the rain or snow! Enjoy the diversity of life as you relax in the permaculture gardens of our small-scale, certified organic agricultural operation. Feel free to volunteer your time on the farm, or purchase fresh fruits, veggies and meats!
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White Tail Hill

1 site · Lodging300 acres · De Peyster, NY
Great country get away with all the natural scenery from deer, turkeys to bird watching. If hiking is your pleasure there are 2500 acreas along with our 300 acres. 20 minutes from the beautiful St Lawrence River. 30 minutes from Canada. Approximately 1 hour to the Adirondack Mountains. 35 minutes to Boldt Castle and Singer Castle. Fishing tournaments. Akwesasne Casino near Massena. Eisenhower Locks, Remington Museum, 4 State Parks Our apartment provides you with comfort and privacy. King and queen bed, full kitchen, washer & dryer.
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Hidden Meadow Camping

5 sites · RVs, Tents50 acres · Potsdam N.Y., NY
Our property was purchased and farmed by my ancestors in 1803. They cleared the meadow area of trees and rocks and established the stone wall, enclosing the area. A hemlock and pine forest at the edge of the meadow leads to our 50-acre wetland preserve which provides habitat for many bird and wildlife species. Native people also camped,hunted and trapped here in the early 1800s.Learn more about this land:Relax in a secluded meadow, wander through old Hemlock forest trails and watch many varieties of birds and other wildlife on 60 acres of wetland preserve. A very private spot with space for gatherings, tipis, tents, vans -- all are welcome.Absolutely beautiful night skies due to a lack of light pollution.Only 5 minutes away from the village, where you can pick up groceries and whatever else you need.Kids 12 and under can stay for free. 
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Little brookie lodge

1 site · Lodging1 acre · Lowville, NY
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Little River Cabin

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Star Lake, NY
Pull in your camper or pitch a tent and enjoy paddling or fishing Star Lake just down the road. You can also explore Little River only a few hundred feet offsite on the main road. A hundred feet from the site is a snowmobile/ski trail that can be hiked during the Summer. Past the site, is a horse trail and a DEC hiking trail in the Five Pond Wilderness Area.
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The Grasse River Cabins

2 sites · Lodging56 acres · Russell, NY
|🏕️THE CAMPGROUND🏕️ ✨THIS LISTING IS FOR THE ENTIRE CAMPGROUND - PRIVATE TO YOU AND YOUR PARTY! UP TO 25 GUESTS!✨THIS LISTING IS NOT FOR AN INDIVIDUAL CABIN✨ 🌚 Open for the April 8th, Total Solar Eclipse - Right in the Path of Totality! Watch from the private field! 🌝 Up to 40 guests allowed for this event. Note: it is Mud Season - 4W drive is highly recommended to get into camp on the dirt road. Would need to know total car count (parking is not allowed in field). 📍Located in the towns of Russell and Clare, New York, escape to 56 beautiful private acres, surrounded by towering pine trees, half a mile of private riverfront, a pond, field and trails to explore! 🌲Tucked in the backwoods down a private dirt road, you will find four small cabins, one large main cabin and a bathhouse. You will have private access to half a mile of the Grasse River! On most days you can hear the sound of the river from camp! Bring your fly fishing or spinning reel rods, picnic or just relax on the shoreline! There is a huge field next to the cabins, a nearby pond and private trails to explore! | THE CABINS | Main Cabin: One larger cabin, consisting of a living room, full kitchen (dishwasher, stove, refrigerator, coffee maker, and toaster), laundry room with washer and dryer. Three bedrooms (2 king beds & 1 queen bed), two full bathrooms (one en-suite) with standup showers and one large bathtub. Two of the bedrooms have closets. The main cabin is not heated and space heaters will be provided during any colder months (Spring/Fall). Mini Cabins: Four small log cabins spread out in a row, underneath a canopy of beautiful pine trees! The cabins are spaced far enough that there is enough privacy in-between each one. The cabins come equipped with power, WIFI, Roku TVs, refrigerators, microwaves, coffee makers, screened-in porches, AC units, ceiling fans and outdoor water hookups. They each comfortably sleep between 2-3 adults. Cabins are not heated. Space heaters are provided during colder months (Spring/Fall). Cabin # 66: Full size bed Cabin # 64: Full size bed & Twin size bed Cabin # 62: Queen size bed & Twin size bed Cabin # 60: Queen size bed Guests can bring their own bedding and towels. Or, can request that sheets and towels are provided (free of charge). *The smaller cabins do not have running water or bathrooms. Water pumps are available outside each cabin, meant for bringing in your own water if you wish to. There is a bathhouse with separate men’s and women’s bathrooms and showers a short walk from the cabins. *Please note although the cabins are outfitted with modern amenities, they still have a rustic camp-like feel* *RVs are welcome and can be easily parked next to the cabins. There is only water hookups available outside the four smaller cabins. The site is not a pull-through, so RVs would have to turn around at the end of the driveway* | THE BATHHOUSE | Across from the four smaller cabins is a bathhouse, featuring men's and women's sides. Each side has two bathroom stalls, one stand up shower and double sinks. | THE GRASSE RIVER | The Grasse River is a 73 mile-long river, mainly flowing northeast from the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains into the St. Lawrence Valley. Stocked with brown trout, native brook trout, smallmouth bass and rock bass. Follow the trails from the campground to the river, where you can picnic, fish and relax! *Swimming is at guests’ own risk. The river’s current depends on the season or how much rain the area has received. While exploring the banks of the river you will find faster and slower areas.* | THE POND | There is a private trail which leads to a small pond. The pond is perfect for exploring by canoe or kayak. There are a few channels which lead to other trails on the property. *Several other properties have access to the pond. However, we have yet to see anyone else using the pond - it is very quiet! The pond is not meant for swimming* | THE TRAILS | There are multiple private trails leading to the river, into the woods and the pond. If you enjoy being in nature, these trails are truly lovely to walk/run/bike and enjoy! They are also extremely wide and well-groomed. We have added Adirondack chairs at certain end points. | THE FIELD | A large field abuts the smaller cabins. Adirondack chairs have been placed around a large fire-pit in the field, perfect for hanging out with family and friends and enjoying some s’mores while stargazing! | NEARBY ATTRACTIONS | Discover all of the beautiful Grasse River falls, located on popular Tooley Pond Road running right behind the property! -Basford Falls (closest to the property, short trail) -Lampson Falls Trail (wide smooth trail, access to a 100ft waterfall with an optional loop hike) -Sinclair Falls (short trail) -Rainbow Falls (25 ft cascade) -Greenwood Creek State Forest -Harper’s Falls Trail -Heritage Park Trail / Cascade Falls -Twin Falls -Stewart Rapids -Flat Rock Falls -Copper Rock Falls | NEARBY LOCATIONS | Points of Interest: -Shindigz on the River - 15 min drive -St. Lawrence University - 25 min -Clarkson University - 35 min -SUNY Potsdam - 35 min -Star Lake - 25 min -Cranberry Lake - 35 min -Tupper Lake - 1 hr -Saranac Lake - 1 hr 35 min -Lake Placid - 1hr 45 min -Ontario, Canada - 2 hrs -Montreal, Canada - 2hrs 45 min Restaurants & Bars: -Jocko’s Bar & Grill - 2 min drive -Plum Brook Cafe - 7 min -GT’s Family Restaurant - 10 min -Wayside Roadhouse - 10 min | IMPORTANT INFORMATION | Please read the full Listing Description, Location, Property Rules and Cancellation Policy before booking to ensure that the property is the best fit for your stay! Weddings, large parties, events or commercial photography/filming need to be discussed and approved prior to booking. If not discussed, guests will be asked to leave without a refund. Proof of insurance is required for photography/filming and these events may require a separate rental agreement. We are not allowing the use of ATVs/Side-by-Sides or snowmobiles on the property (field, trails, etc.). There are many local trails nearby that you can easily ride to. The property can comfortably sleep 16 adults, maximum occupancy allowed is 25 guests at any time on the premises. Please confirm how many adults, children and pets will be staying in your initial reservation message. Basic cookware (coffee maker, toaster, pots and pans and silverware) provided in the main house. All small cabins have coffee makers/mugs. Four complimentary sets of golf clubs are available to use to play at the local courses. In addition, four tennis rackets are provided. Exterior security cameras (filming and recording) are on the property, facing main entrance points, main cabin driveway and field. *Please note: There is a sixth cabin set further back towards the front of the property (#61), this cabin is not for use. There are also a few odd structures in the woods on the property. These include an old school bus, outhouse and small shed. They are not for use and are more permanent fixtures… Water is well water.
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