Camping near Darien with climbing

Camping near Darien puts you on the coast for incredible views.

94% (190 reviews)

United States
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Connecticut
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Darien

94% (190 reviews)

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Stories from the community

John

1 week ago

Tent

1 night at Destination Farnch

Mike was super nice and responded quickly. He allowed me to stay for a night last minute. There was a picnic table and firepit. There was also wood for sale down the road outside the barn. I cooked a wonderful meal in the firepit and had a gorgeous sleep in my tent on a cot. There is a slope to carry your items up but its not too difficult. You can hear cars on the highway the entire time but I live in Brooklyn NY so that didn’t bother me at all. I would 100% stay here again and hopefully bring my family along as they don’t live far from the property.

Weekend Trip to Destination Farnch

The site is up a steep woods road and requires 4 wheel drive with high ground clearance. Once you get to the top it levels out and there is a spacious tenting area with a platform and room for many tents. There are a lot of trees, so if you are a hammock camper this is great. There are two picnic tables, a privy, cold shower, and a dish washing area. The camping area is quite a long way up the hill from the main house, so you have complete privacy.

Weekend Trip to Bare Camping

Nice spacious grounds. The stream in the back is also calming.

Weekend Trip to Bare Camping

It was a pretty cute little spot, the creek was probably the best part, we loved sitting beside it. The little shelter made the rain even better, we stayed inside the tent and listened to the rain while My husband played guitar

1 night at Destination Farnch

I would 100% recommend camping on Mikes land. Mike is friendly, helpful, and very responsive. From the moment we got there we felt that he was as invested in our experience as we were. He even lent us his fishing hooks, said we could use his swimming hole, shared his wild mushrooms, and lent us his mini wagons to help us carry stuff up the hill. the site is beautiful and very private. You do here the cars from the road. We didn't mind, but if it would bother you, then you should probably book Mikes other camp site thats farther up. Very close to local hikes and fishing opportunities. Had the best time! we will be back!

1 night at Bare Camping

Really nice spot right next to a little creek. Great fire pit and sufficient space. Would highly recommend and would love to come back

Weekend Trip to Destination Farnch

We had an amazing time at Mike’s camp, even when it rained one night! There was plenty of firewood available, and the space was vast enough to accommodate a large group. We were upgraded to Phoenix Landing, which is more secluded and away from road noise—definitely a great spot for a peaceful getaway. We visited at the end of winter and could already tell that the area would be lush and beautiful in the summer. There’s a nice walking path on the property, perfect for a leisurely stroll. While there is a bathroom and shower on-site, we didn’t use them since we were only there for two nights and brought our own setup. The campsite was clean and well-maintained, and the land at Phoenix Landing was leveled, making our tent setup super even and comfortable for sleeping. There’s also a platform available, but we opted for a more primitive camping experience. We met Mike at the mushroom factory, and he was incredibly accommodating, friendly, and polite. Checking in and out was a breeze, and whenever we needed to communicate, he was always available and responsive. Overall, we had an awesome experience and would highly recommend this spot!

The view from the kitchen. A large picture window frames the bed, with a skylight above for the clear nights :)

Erin

January 2025

Weekend Trip to Offsite Cabin Wassaic

It was such a sweet spot—perfect for a quiet get-away and within driving distance of some spectacular food! The hosts were excellent and responsive. Overall, it was a very positive experience.

3 nights at Destination Farnch

Mike was a great host! The site was perfect for our trip with bikes. It was a cold weekend and Mike helped us out with helpful information and giving us some insulation pads too. Would definitely come back!

Weekend Trip to Destination Farnch

Mike was a great host! Very friendly and great communication

Weekend Trip to Destination Farnch

Extremely thoughtful host. Booked last minute and host cleared leaves with a blower to make it safer for my kid and me during a burn ban.

4 nights at Destination Farnch

Loved ! Great location to trails and West Point. We hiked a ton, had a fire, set up hammocks, etc…

Weekend Trip to Destination Farnch

It was a great place to get a feel of being far away, but not drive many hours to get there.

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Property was bought just as another project. However, after realizing the beautiful surroundings it only made sense to share it with others.

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Destination Farnch

2 sites · Tents25 acres · Peekskill, NY

The Farnch: A developing Destination Farm Come have a picnic under a tree, spend a few hours and go for a hike in Hudson Highland Gateway Park, a Historic 352-acre park offering hiking, birding, cross-country skiing, fishing & snowshoeing. He have rods and tackle to rent or buy if you don’t have your own. If you’re having a really great time and the kids just don’t want to leave, join us for an evening of sleeping under the stars in the forest at one of our campsites. We also host local Scout Groups, and Appellation Trail hikers. Hikers know that we are located about 2 miles south of the route 9 trail crossing at the Appalachian Market and offer pick up and drop off service from there on weekends. Hudson Valley is a wonderful 4 season go to location and being about an hour away from New York City you won’t spend hours in the car before being able to stretch your legs.

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Offsite Cabin Wassaic

1 site · Lodging60 acres · Wassaic, NY

***PLEASE READ DESCRIPTION - NO RUNNING WATER NOV - MARCH*** Our *NEW* cabin is located on the top of a clearing in the mountains outside Wassaic. Enjoy swimming, hiking, chilling, fires and sunsets views without any light pollution or street noise. Designed as a retreat for the modern creative, the cabin is fully off-grid but features Starlink Internet, a compost toilet and heat / AC. We do provide 5 gallons drinking / cleaning water, but during the winter no sinks or showers are operable. Nearby towns (Kent, CT / Wassaic, NY) have awesome art, shopping and plenty of food options as well as easy access to the Appalachian trail and Macedonia state park. 15 minutes from the Wassaic metro north station, the cabin can be reach by taxi. The cabin is accessible by car, but may require a short hike in after heavy rain or snow. This cabin is part of the Offsite Camp family (www.offsite.camp).

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