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Mountaineer Campground @Massawepie

1. Mountaineer Campground @Massawepie

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(41)
44mi from Malone · 18 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Tupper Lake, NY
Located on a 3,769 acre property with a private, mile-long lake, miles of hiking trails, and endless opportunity for outdoor adventure—Camp Mountaineer is one of the Adirondack’s best-kept secrets. Located at the historic Massawepie Scout Camps in Piercefield, NY, Mountaineer can serve as your vacation spot, home away from home, or gateway to Adirondack exploration. Camp Mountaineer is located at Massawepie Scout Camps, 65 Massawepie Road in Piercefield, NY - just west of Tupper Lake. The campground features a variety of camping options to suit your group’s needs—cabins, RV sites, tent sites, and group campsites are all available. Various amenities are provided to make your stay even more enjoyable. Situated in the North Central Adirondacks, Camp Mountaineer provides an opportunity for great on-site outdoor recreation as well as a jumping off point to adventures throughout the Adirondack Park. The facilities and services available at Camp Mountaineer make this a great choice for your family or groups’ adventure. Camp Mountaineer is owned and operated by the Seneca Waterways Council, Boy Scouts of America headquartered in Rochester, NY. First opened as a Scout camp in 1953, Mountaineer now serves as a campground equipped to suit your group’s needs. Any group can make a reservation. Our 2025 Rental Season runs July 3-August 9
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$20
 / night
Across from the farm is a beautiful beach with stunning views of Lake Champlain

2. Islands Base Camp

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49mi from Malone · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · South Hero, VT
Conserved by the South Hero Land Trust, the historic Sawyer Bay Farm on the Island of South Hero was converted to grazing beef cattle. Our farm name is Health Hero Farm. We practice intensive planned grazing, moving the cattle daily to fresh grass. The herd may be near the campsites or completely out of sight, somewhere on our 180 acres. While we were building a house, we camped in the equipment shed during the summer and grew to value its convenience. Joan's enjoyment of cycling inspired her to designate the farm stand as a "bike stop" where visitors could buy a snack, get water, fix their bikes and use the unique islands amenity of a composing toilet in a converted ice fishing shack. South Hero is an agricultural island, as well as a summer tourist destination with numerous outdoor activities. It is also only a half-hour away from Burlington, and the drive is pleasurable. Pitch your tent, stow your gear under cover and explore all the islands have to offer. Yes, this is a summer destination, with great cycling, boating and swimming. We are a grass-fed beef operation, Health Hero Farm, on the island of South Hero. (You can read more about us on our farm website. ) Our farm is on the bike route around the islands, with access to many other vacation activities. Pitch your tent in the farmstead or in half of our empty equipment shed 30' x 60'. Or tool on down the farm road and be alone with the cattle and grass. In the shed, which is open on the north side, you have shelter from the rain, sun and wind. We have two campsites that can share a microwave, hot plate, refrigerator, camp sink and coffee maker in the barn. Lots of storage under roof for bikes and luggage. Our composting toilet (from Natures Head Composting Toilet) is a unique amenity -- installed in a retired ice-fishing shack (on skis). During the busy summer months, we may have a port-o-let (a.k.a. port-a-potty) with professional service. In the winter, the equipment shed not available. We rent out vehicle and boat storage in the equipment shed and cannot accommodate camping there. However, we have ample parking for RVs at any time of the year. And if you are an experienced snow camper, we have several locations to choose from. We have a farm stand where you can buy a few snacks. If you want to try our beef, we'll be happy to show you our freezers. We are 2 miles from a convenience store that packs an amazing array of products into a small space. We are close to a gem of a public beach, a winery (Snow Farm Vineyard), apple orchards, a public school playground, and miles of scenic driving. Local farmers markets on Wednesdays and Saturdays offer some of the best produce from these agricultural islands. We also own 1000' frontage on Lake Champlain, which you may enjoy. It is difficult to access, but affords privacy and serenity. We allow campfires on the gravel areas of the farm and on the beach, where you can gather dead wood. If you want to host a large group, you will need to reserve both campsites and rent a port-o-let (Vermont's lingo for porta-potty) if we don't already have one. Additional fees might apply. There is no RV electrical hookup; however, the equipment shed has electric outlets for your use. Additional fees apply for energy intensive appliances, such as heaters or air conditioners. There is no water hookup; however, we can fill your tanks with a hose from a potable water supply. Generators are not allowed, unless you are sufficiently distanced from other campers and our neighbors. Other accommodations may be available. Just ask! We have many resources, and want you to have a great visit.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$55
 / night
Doll our paint draft Horse she is the oldest, with several of our donkeys

3. Kickin' Up Dust Farm

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(27)
37mi from Malone · 3 sites · Tents, Lodging · Schuyler Falls, NY
Welcome to Our Charming Working Farm Retreat Nestled among towering pines and teeming with wildlife, our property offers a peaceful and adventurous getaway. Bordering the scenic Macomb State Park and just a short stroll from Davis Lake, it's the perfect place to reconnect with nature. 🌿 Outdoor Fun for All Ages Expansive playground and thrilling zip-line Disc golf, horseshoes, and kayaking Miles of hiking trails through pristine forest 🐾 Meet Our Friendly Animals Come say hello to our beloved donkeys, horses, goats, alpacas, and a delightful variety of birds. They're always happy to greet visitors! 🌄 Rustic Charm Meets Adventure Whether you're here to relax or explore, our farm is full of character and surrounded by natural beauty. Trails galore await your next adventure.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$35
 / night
Mollie Mae's Chicken Ranch

4. Mollie Mae's Chicken Ranch

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(21)
43mi from Malone · 1 site · RV · Peru, NY
Mollie Mae, our Golden Doodle, welcomes you to stay on her quaint little chicken ranch in Peru, NY. Our property consists of 2 acres surrounded by apple orchards, strawberry, blueberry and raspberry fields, corn fields, pumpkins and more! We have segmented a portion of the property for use as a RV/Tent site, with 30A electric, water, septic hookup, fire pit and picnic table, with plenty of space for vehicles, and room for kids to run around. Note there is no host-provided toilet here. Campers must provide their own. Close by is a petting zoo, playground and country store all open to the public. Many other attractions within driving distance. Mollie Mae’s Chicken Ranch also makes a great home base location for anyone interested in venturing out to the surrounding areas. Whether it’s spending time on the beach at Ausable Point campground, golfing some of the surrounding courses, paddling or boating the waters of Lake Champlain, hiking the hundreds of trails in the Adirondack Mountains, leaf-peeping northern New York and Vermont in the fall, or visiting the Olympic Village in Lake Placid, there are so many things to see and do within a short driving distance. We are just 4.1 miles from Ausable Point campground and Lake Champlain, 4.6 miles from Ausable Chasm, 7.9 miles from Bluff Point Golf Resort, 12 miles south of Plattsburgh, 34 miles from Whiteface Mountain and 38 miles from Lake Placid. You can also take the Lake Champlain ferry from Plattsburgh and a short ride to Burlington, VT, which is about 41 miles away in total. If you want an international, metropolitan experience Montreal, Canada is only 71 miles north, but still close enough for a day trip. PLEASE NOTE OUR PET POLICY: While we do allow pets, as we have semi-free range chickens on our property and families with children who frequent the playground, petting zoo and corn maze next door, we do not allow any potentially aggressive breeds of pets including bully breeds. We ask that you share with us the breed of your pet prior to making your reservation so we can avoid any misunderstanding and unfortunate last minutes cancelations.
Pets
Potable water
Campfires
from 
$65
 / night
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Top-rated campgrounds

Mountaineer Campground @Massawepie

1. Mountaineer Campground @Massawepie

98%
(41)
44mi from Malone · 18 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Tupper Lake, NY
Located on a 3,769 acre property with a private, mile-long lake, miles of hiking trails, and endless opportunity for outdoor adventure—Camp Mountaineer is one of the Adirondack’s best-kept secrets. Located at the historic Massawepie Scout Camps in Piercefield, NY, Mountaineer can serve as your vacation spot, home away from home, or gateway to Adirondack exploration. Camp Mountaineer is located at Massawepie Scout Camps, 65 Massawepie Road in Piercefield, NY - just west of Tupper Lake. The campground features a variety of camping options to suit your group’s needs—cabins, RV sites, tent sites, and group campsites are all available. Various amenities are provided to make your stay even more enjoyable. Situated in the North Central Adirondacks, Camp Mountaineer provides an opportunity for great on-site outdoor recreation as well as a jumping off point to adventures throughout the Adirondack Park. The facilities and services available at Camp Mountaineer make this a great choice for your family or groups’ adventure. Camp Mountaineer is owned and operated by the Seneca Waterways Council, Boy Scouts of America headquartered in Rochester, NY. First opened as a Scout camp in 1953, Mountaineer now serves as a campground equipped to suit your group’s needs. Any group can make a reservation. Our 2025 Rental Season runs July 3-August 9
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$20
 / night
Across from the farm is a beautiful beach with stunning views of Lake Champlain

2. Islands Base Camp

99%
(264)
49mi from Malone · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · South Hero, VT
Conserved by the South Hero Land Trust, the historic Sawyer Bay Farm on the Island of South Hero was converted to grazing beef cattle. Our farm name is Health Hero Farm. We practice intensive planned grazing, moving the cattle daily to fresh grass. The herd may be near the campsites or completely out of sight, somewhere on our 180 acres. While we were building a house, we camped in the equipment shed during the summer and grew to value its convenience. Joan's enjoyment of cycling inspired her to designate the farm stand as a "bike stop" where visitors could buy a snack, get water, fix their bikes and use the unique islands amenity of a composing toilet in a converted ice fishing shack. South Hero is an agricultural island, as well as a summer tourist destination with numerous outdoor activities. It is also only a half-hour away from Burlington, and the drive is pleasurable. Pitch your tent, stow your gear under cover and explore all the islands have to offer. Yes, this is a summer destination, with great cycling, boating and swimming. We are a grass-fed beef operation, Health Hero Farm, on the island of South Hero. (You can read more about us on our farm website. ) Our farm is on the bike route around the islands, with access to many other vacation activities. Pitch your tent in the farmstead or in half of our empty equipment shed 30' x 60'. Or tool on down the farm road and be alone with the cattle and grass. In the shed, which is open on the north side, you have shelter from the rain, sun and wind. We have two campsites that can share a microwave, hot plate, refrigerator, camp sink and coffee maker in the barn. Lots of storage under roof for bikes and luggage. Our composting toilet (from Natures Head Composting Toilet) is a unique amenity -- installed in a retired ice-fishing shack (on skis). During the busy summer months, we may have a port-o-let (a.k.a. port-a-potty) with professional service. In the winter, the equipment shed not available. We rent out vehicle and boat storage in the equipment shed and cannot accommodate camping there. However, we have ample parking for RVs at any time of the year. And if you are an experienced snow camper, we have several locations to choose from. We have a farm stand where you can buy a few snacks. If you want to try our beef, we'll be happy to show you our freezers. We are 2 miles from a convenience store that packs an amazing array of products into a small space. We are close to a gem of a public beach, a winery (Snow Farm Vineyard), apple orchards, a public school playground, and miles of scenic driving. Local farmers markets on Wednesdays and Saturdays offer some of the best produce from these agricultural islands. We also own 1000' frontage on Lake Champlain, which you may enjoy. It is difficult to access, but affords privacy and serenity. We allow campfires on the gravel areas of the farm and on the beach, where you can gather dead wood. If you want to host a large group, you will need to reserve both campsites and rent a port-o-let (Vermont's lingo for porta-potty) if we don't already have one. Additional fees might apply. There is no RV electrical hookup; however, the equipment shed has electric outlets for your use. Additional fees apply for energy intensive appliances, such as heaters or air conditioners. There is no water hookup; however, we can fill your tanks with a hose from a potable water supply. Generators are not allowed, unless you are sufficiently distanced from other campers and our neighbors. Other accommodations may be available. Just ask! We have many resources, and want you to have a great visit.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$55
 / night
Doll our paint draft Horse she is the oldest, with several of our donkeys

3. Kickin' Up Dust Farm

100%
(27)
37mi from Malone · 3 sites · Tents, Lodging · Schuyler Falls, NY
Welcome to Our Charming Working Farm Retreat Nestled among towering pines and teeming with wildlife, our property offers a peaceful and adventurous getaway. Bordering the scenic Macomb State Park and just a short stroll from Davis Lake, it's the perfect place to reconnect with nature. 🌿 Outdoor Fun for All Ages Expansive playground and thrilling zip-line Disc golf, horseshoes, and kayaking Miles of hiking trails through pristine forest 🐾 Meet Our Friendly Animals Come say hello to our beloved donkeys, horses, goats, alpacas, and a delightful variety of birds. They're always happy to greet visitors! 🌄 Rustic Charm Meets Adventure Whether you're here to relax or explore, our farm is full of character and surrounded by natural beauty. Trails galore await your next adventure.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$35
 / night
Mollie Mae's Chicken Ranch

4. Mollie Mae's Chicken Ranch

100%
(21)
43mi from Malone · 1 site · RV · Peru, NY
Mollie Mae, our Golden Doodle, welcomes you to stay on her quaint little chicken ranch in Peru, NY. Our property consists of 2 acres surrounded by apple orchards, strawberry, blueberry and raspberry fields, corn fields, pumpkins and more! We have segmented a portion of the property for use as a RV/Tent site, with 30A electric, water, septic hookup, fire pit and picnic table, with plenty of space for vehicles, and room for kids to run around. Note there is no host-provided toilet here. Campers must provide their own. Close by is a petting zoo, playground and country store all open to the public. Many other attractions within driving distance. Mollie Mae’s Chicken Ranch also makes a great home base location for anyone interested in venturing out to the surrounding areas. Whether it’s spending time on the beach at Ausable Point campground, golfing some of the surrounding courses, paddling or boating the waters of Lake Champlain, hiking the hundreds of trails in the Adirondack Mountains, leaf-peeping northern New York and Vermont in the fall, or visiting the Olympic Village in Lake Placid, there are so many things to see and do within a short driving distance. We are just 4.1 miles from Ausable Point campground and Lake Champlain, 4.6 miles from Ausable Chasm, 7.9 miles from Bluff Point Golf Resort, 12 miles south of Plattsburgh, 34 miles from Whiteface Mountain and 38 miles from Lake Placid. You can also take the Lake Champlain ferry from Plattsburgh and a short ride to Burlington, VT, which is about 41 miles away in total. If you want an international, metropolitan experience Montreal, Canada is only 71 miles north, but still close enough for a day trip. PLEASE NOTE OUR PET POLICY: While we do allow pets, as we have semi-free range chickens on our property and families with children who frequent the playground, petting zoo and corn maze next door, we do not allow any potentially aggressive breeds of pets including bully breeds. We ask that you share with us the breed of your pet prior to making your reservation so we can avoid any misunderstanding and unfortunate last minutes cancelations.
Pets
Potable water
Campfires
from 
$65
 / night

Stories from the community

Across from the farm is a beautiful beach with stunning views of Lake Champlain
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Gabe
3 weeks ago
19 ft campervan
3 nights at Islands Base Camp
Absolutely gorgeous spot on a charming farm, perfect in every way. Joan and Bob were wonderful hosts—as were the gentle cows! They’ve put a lot into making it a welcoming place for campers and have thought of everything. Thank you so much for having me!
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Across from the farm is a beautiful beach with stunning views of Lake Champlain
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Guy
November 2025
37 ft Class C
Weekend Trip to Islands Base Camp
I can't say enough good things about our stay with Joan and the area in general. It was beautiful, relaxing, and just what my wife and I needed for a weekend away. This working farm was absolutely gorgeous and peaceful. Joan was such a generous host, she even invited us out to see the cows which was the highlight of our stay. The farm was easy to locate and there was plenty of room to maneuver virtually any size RV. We will absolutely be back for a visit in the warmer months!
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Nearby Ausable Chasm
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Bryan
November 2025
Tent
6 nights at Kickin' Up Dust Farm
Holly has a great setup boardering state park land with trails that connect. The area has a lot to offer with some great hikes. They have potable water available close to the camp site and a porta potty at the site. If you like animals, they have all sorts of farm friends for you to watch and visit with. It was a wonderful place to stay.
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Across from the farm is a beautiful beach with stunning views of Lake Champlain
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Sarah
October 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Islands Base Camp
We loved camping here! Joan is a great host and made us feel at home. Our campsite had a wonderful view and felt like true Vermont countryside. We enjoyed exploring the Grand Isle area. We bought fresh beef from Joan before leaving. Will definitely camp here again in the future!
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Islands Base Camp
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Roxanne
October 2025
16 ft car
3 nights at Islands Base Camp
Joan is an amazing host and the farm is breathtakingly beautiful! She made sure my stay at the base camp was comfortable and that I had everything I needed while giving me plenty of space (and recommendations) for doing my own thing. Getting to explore the island as the fall colors were popping was the break I needed. The steak I purchased from their stock was also ridiculously good with this garlic Parmesan "Better Butter" that I got from the local store. So good. If I lived on the East Coast, I'd definitely visit again!
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Spacious Site
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Joseph
October 2025
28 ft travel trailer
Weekend Trip to Mollie Mae's Chicken Ranch
Second time there. It’s a great spot and they are wonderful hosts!
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Islands Base Camp
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Jessica
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
Weekend Trip to Islands Base Camp
Spent an amazing weekend with my girlfriends in South Hero and thanks to the kindness of Joan it was that much more special! We got a chance to talk about the farm/cows lots of learning! The area was so beautiful, great for bike rides and scenic views of mountains and the lake. Camping was so convenient on the farm, close to the restroom, dishwashing area, and soft grass for tents, we had everything we needed and more!
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Spacious Site
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Fred
October 2025
25 ft travel trailer
With kids
Weekend Trip to Mollie Mae's Chicken Ranch
Nice place and very welcoming hosts! Amenities are brand new and easily accessible. Perfect location for a getaway! Will comeback next year for sure!
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Mollie Mae's Chicken Ranch
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Ysabelle
October 2025
25 ft travel trailer
With kids
Weekend Trip to Mollie Mae's Chicken Ranch
Jason and Kim are extraordinary hosts — very thoughtful and welcoming. The property is lovely and well maintained, with a fire pit and comfortable Adirondack chairs. Kim even let our daughters help her feed the chickens — such a fun and surprising experience! We loved our stay and will definitely be back next year to enjoy it again and pick apples at the nearby orchard.
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Islands Base Camp
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Lisa
October 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Islands Base Camp
What an absolutely beautiful & serene place to call home for two nights of camping. We lucked out with perfect fall weather & a bright full moon! We loved the views of sprawling farmlands and cows out in the fields. The farm & surroundings are super quiet which made for great sleeping. Joan is super friendly & helpful; she & her husband have many amenities if you need them; we appreciated the clean & easy to use composting toilet. We cooked our own breakfasts using the fire pit (there is wood available for purchase) Joan told us about a local Farmer’s Market that we checked out before going on a bicycle ride along the causeway over to Burlington. South Hero is very quaint with a great feeling of community. We look forward to another trip & stay.
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Across from the farm is a beautiful beach with stunning views of Lake Champlain
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Joel
September 2025
34 ft pop-up camper
With kids
Weekend Trip to Islands Base Camp
Beautiful and peaceful location. Joan and Bob were very kind and welcoming.
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Across from the farm is a beautiful beach with stunning views of Lake Champlain
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Virginia
September 2025
25 ft campervan
Weekend Trip to Islands Base Camp
Lovely spot and view. The dishwashing station and composting toilet were nice amenities, as were the “kitchen” facilities ( we baked a frozen apple crisp from the local orchard in the toaster oven) and access to the outlets in the shed. We were only folks there and other than the WIND was very quiet. About 5 miles from farm to the bike causeway over the lake.
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Across from the farm is a beautiful beach with stunning views of Lake Champlain
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Noelle
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Weekend Trip to Islands Base Camp
We had an excellent stay on Joan's farm! The camping was private and comfortable and the amenities were great. There was firewood for purchase, potable water, a clean portapotty and picnic tables. It's very conveniently located on South Hero!
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Islands Base Camp
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Sophie
September 2025
25 ft campervan
Weekend Trip to Islands Base Camp
We cannot say enough about this little gem! All the amenities that we needed were easily accessible and the hosts, Joan and Bob, are a true delight! We spent a full day exploring the surrounding islands, hitting every farmer’s market and creemee stand along the way. Plus, the farm is a short drive from all the sights and sounds of Burlington. Please add this beauty to your itinerary the next time you’re in northern Vermont!
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Across from the farm is a beautiful beach with stunning views of Lake Champlain
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Chad
September 2025
31 ft travel trailer
With pets
2 nights at Islands Base Camp
Nice quiet place. We stayed here in our 31ft travel trailer. Very easy setup with a looped gravel road.
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Islands Base Camp
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Alexia
August 2025
Tent
2 nights at Islands Base Camp
Loved the location! Joan and Bob were lovely hosts and more than accommodating, making our stay homey and welcoming. Would definitely recommend to those looking for a peaceful getaway!!
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Across from the farm is a beautiful beach with stunning views of Lake Champlain
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Kyle
August 2025
20 ft campervan
With kids
Weekend Trip to Islands Base Camp
Nice spot on a large active farm. Basic amenities keep it simple for your stay.
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Doll our paint draft Horse she is the oldest, with several of our donkeys
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Robin
August 2025
Tent
With kids
Weekend Trip to Kickin' Up Dust Farm
We loved camping at Hee Haw Haven! My kids loved all of the different animals, play areas, zip line, and camping for the first time. Holly and her husband were so welcoming and generous. They want to return soon (in their minds all camping happens there) and wonder if they can build a portal to get there faster.
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Mountaineer Campground @Massawepie
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Ben
August 2025
3 nights at Mountaineer Campground @Massawepie
Dix cabin is great! I would definitely go back again. It’s very secluded (about a mile off-road), far away from other sites- so very private, and had everything necessary for one or two people. It’s a nice bonus that you have access to all the campground facilities (including boats for the lake). The camp caretaker was also very friendly and helpful.
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Mountaineer Campground @Massawepie
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Joshua
August 2025
20 ft pop-up camper
With kids
2 nights at Mountaineer Campground @Massawepie
Such a great find! This campsite was really awesome and you get so much for the price. We stayed in an RV site and had plenty of tree buffer between us and the next site. The bathrooms were nearby and this direct access to miles of beautiful hiking trail right at the site. We also had a lot of fun at their beach and rec center. We are definitely interested in coming back.
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