97% (178 reviews)
97% (178 reviews)
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Taylirre
2 weeks ago
16 ft car
This was the most beautiful camp site I have stayed at. I've been an avid user of Hipcamp for a few years and frequented many camp sites but this one surpasses all others. First, the hospitality of the owners, they are super responsive and the kitchen area has everything needed to make it comfortable stay. Our tent site was private and quiet and very beautiful to observe the meteor shower. It's set on the side of a large hill where there is a scenic view and grounds full of crystals that can be collected. It felt safe and we did not observe any wild animals other than the farm animals they have onsite. The host was welcoming and knowledgeable of the land and we will be returning with our whole family next time.
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Camiel
2 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
I absolutely love this place!! The property is amazing and the people are great. My site was level and even with heavy rain there was only minimal mud. The farm animals are friendly and if you’re lucky the mule will serenade you while you use the facilities :) I look forward to going back many more times!!
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Sarah
2 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
Beautiful place to camp. Kids loved all the animals. The rock hunting was so much fun and everyone was so knowledgeable. My husband took the rock cutting class and had good things to say. They had an outdoor kitchen and served meals.
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Whitney
2 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
What a great place. Everyone we encountered who lived or worked there was so nice and helpful and we never felt like they were bothered by us. (We had a group of 13, 6 adults and 7 kids ages 8 and younger so we were a lot).
We loved getting to visit the farm animals all day. It was nice to just let the kids run around visiting the dogs, cows, goats, the very chatty donkey.
We had 3 large tents and easily found space to accommodate them. Elizabeth was kind enough to set our group up next to the pavilion which helped tremendously in the rain!
My only big note that I wish someone would have told me prior to going is the creek access is hard to get to. Most people go for rocks so not a big deal but my kiddos love to play in water. We had to drive a couple minutes but then we had to hike down a steep hill to get to the creek. And hike back up. My 5 year old had zero problems with it so no issues for bigger kids and adults. But it took me 25 minutes to get back to my car with my 2 year old and it wasn’t fun for either of us. Great creek area to play! Just wish it was easier to get to.
Would definitely recommend to others to stay.
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WAYNE
3 weeks ago
25 ft travel trailer
With pets
I’ve been on the road for about 4 months and Elizabeth’s place was a very welcome break from the state parks and private campgrounds I’d been staying at. Nice, quiet (not crowded) farm atmosphere and a great place to rockhound with other places to go rock collecting nearby. Everyone was friendly and helpful. Can’t wait to go through the 50+ pounds of really nice druzy quartz I’m bringing home.
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Jaime
3 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
Loved the views and the campsites were spacious and very well kept. Kiddos enjoyed all of the animals and the rock hunting here is amazing. We also enjoyed the creek, it was crystal clear.
The atmosphere was relaxed and the helpers were super friendly. We will definitely be adding this to our list of places for quick weekend family getaway.
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Ebony
3 weeks ago
Tent
Do not hesitate to book! This is the most efficient way of camping! She has everything you need from kayaking to an outside kitchen! Yes.. an outside kitchen with stoves refrigerators cups plates bbq grill and bbq sauce! Peaceful with adorable livestock. As a solo female camper I felt safe and I’m returning this weekend!
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Donna A
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Liked it so much I extended it another week! Great for kids! Especially if their first time.
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JESSICA
October 2025
Tent
With kids
This place is very well kept! I liked the way you could pretty much just pick any spot(with respecting other campers, of course). All the animals are very friendly! Be careful with the gray-ish striped cat! I turned over at one point, and my son had gotten the cat in the tent, and it was passed out between us😅 pretty sure it would've let my son kidnap it honestly, haha!
Definitely planning on staying more than just a night when we come back through!
By the way, the shower was amazing, and good shower heads! As far as campgrounds go, probably the best I've seen!
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Steve
September 2025
20 ft travel trailer
Keep in mind this is a farm, so you will find equipment and farm stuff about. Beautiful property with access to lots of activities featuring rock hunting. The staff is super friendly and helpful. We will be back when time allows. They offer a variety of festivals and learning opportunities from time to time. Elizabeth has worked to offer all types of camping experiences. The communal outdoor kitchen is an awesome way to meet your fellow campers and enjoy a morning coffee.
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Amie
September 2025
Tent
With pets
I had a rough week at work so made a last minute decision Saturday morning to reserve a campsite not far from home just for the night. I needed to get out of my head and reset my soul, and I found a cute place on this 640 acre working farm . It was my first solo trip and at first I was nervous but the women who greeted me at the farm and the families having a great time around me made me immediately relax.
The sounds of nature (hawk, bullfrog, coyotes, hooting owl) mixed with the farm sounds (tractor, train in the distance, rooster, goats, mules, cows, dogs, boys playing hide n seek) got me out of my head and grounded, ready for a new week.
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Taylor
September 2025
20 ft travel trailer
With pets
Lisa was the best host! It’s not crowded and has a few animals to see. :)
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Heather
September 2025
Tent
With kids
Lovely property! My kids adored the friendly cats and dogs, and spending time at the creek. Will definitely return.
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Josh
September 2025
Tent
With kids
We enjoyed our stay as part of a larger group of families (4 families, including 6 kids from 7th through 9th grade). Beautiful setting with lots of trees, a small pond, some small open fields, and we loved the spring-fed stream (about 3/4-mile hike down a 4WD road).
Super-quick and good communication leading up to the trip.
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Karla
September 2025
21 ft campervan
Just a really neat place. Everyone is very nice and laid back. The animals were fun to watch. Bathrooms super clean and good hot water. Compost toilet very tidy. Bought a couple of yogurt treats that were good. They offered to take us to the creek via 4 wheeler. Prices are very low! Thank you so much.
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Jill
September 2025
Tent
Very welcoming host and a well laid out property with ample camping, nice new showers with plenty of hot water, and fun areas to hike and find rocks. Lacy agate and druzy are plentiful.
We would definitely return to this campground if ever in the area again. Had a great time meeting all the festival attendees and vendors and even made some new friends!
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Shannon
September 2025
33 ft travel trailer
We love Hawks Bluff! We have tent camped and have RV'd there! The owner Liz is a sweetheart and her staff are amazing people! We are so blessed to have found Hawks Bluff! There is so much to find there on the surface and by digging for druzy crystal's and agate. Mark, the chief rock cutter and polisher has mean skills and is a great guy to boot! Tha k you all for such an amazing time and fun!
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Michelle
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Hawks Bluff Farm Campground
Elizabeth is a very welcoming person and so knowledgeable! I think we got the best site on the property and the showers were good and the canteen was a general gatherin' spot. Will come back!
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Ted
September 2025
28 ft toy hauler
Beautiful area!! Thank you for the hospitality. Definitely be back.
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Fawn
September 2025
Tent
Hawks Bluff is a beautiful campground. I could not recommend it enough to anyone!! Elizabeth is an amazing host. I feel lucky to have stumbled upon her place. This was my 2nd time back, and I'm sure there will be a 3rd, 4th, and 5th time. In this short weekend trip I feel completely recharged, and I just wish we could have stayed another day. It's a great place to shut your phone off and enjoy nature for the weekend, and they have everything you need on site. (Our first time at Hawks Bluff we meant to stay 1 day and ended up renewing our campsite for 1 week! That really says something!)
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