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Top-rated campgrounds near Centerville
Chappel Hill Tree Farm
1. Chappel Hill Tree Farm
99%
(173)
11mi from Centerville · 1 site · Tent, RV
This 140-acre property is an old farmstead last farmed in the 1950's. It lies in the Allegheny Plateau region of NW Pennsylvania and is mostly hardwood forest today. It is surrounded by thousands of acres of private forestland and is very secluded. Our goal is to provide a private and secluded yet accessible camping experience where you will see more deer than people. AANR/TNS friendly. There is excellent Verizon and T-Mobile service. The skies are dark at night and the sounds of nature will surround you.
Campsite 1 is near where the farmhouse and barn once stood. The site is shaded by large, old maples that once shaded the farmhouse. Old fields surround the farmstead, but the woods are a short walk away. It is the most popular campsite with an outhouse, fire ring and picnic table available.
Campsite 2 is on the other side of the property. There is a fire ring but no picnic table. Both sites easily accommodate anything from tents to RV's. Each site has a separate, gated, gravel road access. These are the only 2 campsites on the property and they are far enough apart (1/4 mile) to avoid any contact should both sites be occupied.
There is a 2-mile loop hiking trail on the property that traverses a variety of habitats which are home to many animals and birds. The trail is well maintained and mowed. The terrain is flat to gentle slopes. The 1/2-mile Narnia Loop trail weaves through a young spruce forest like a maze. It is so cool, literally, even on the hottest days.
The Allegheny River is about 10 miles away, near Tidioute, PA, and has excellent paddling and fishing. Titusville, PA is about 15 miles away and is home to Oil Creek State Park which has great trout fishing, an excellent paved bike/hike trail, and Drake Well Museum site of the first oil well ever drilled. Finally, you will be on the doorstep to the Allegheny National Forest with all the outdoor recreation it has to offer.
We hope you enjoy the peace and quiet of nature on our property as much as we have.
If you are curious about more details of the history and management of the property, please ask your host, Dave Trimpey, and he will be glad to share his knowledge of the land.
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The Highlander
2. The Highlander
96%
(41)
14mi from Centerville · 1 site
Vintage camp with some creature comforts. Electric cooking range, microwave, coffee pot, small refrigerator TV and blu-ray player. Outdoor propane grill, charcoal .grill and fire ring. There is no running water in the camp. There is an outhouse for toilet facilities. We provide filtered water for drinking and cooking. We also provide fire wood.
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Roller-Coaster Road Ranch
3. Roller-Coaster Road Ranch
99%
(50)
15mi from Centerville · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
The Roller-Coaster Road Ranch offers many maintained trails, perfect for hiking. The property is mainly forested, but does contain numerous open spaces perfect for a rustic camping experience. The farm has a few large open fields that are plowed and planted seasonally. Various wildlife populates the area; whitetail deer, turkey, black bear, and bald eagles. A stocked trout stream passes through portions of the property and connects to a larger stream with many options for swimming, wading, and crayfish hunting. The Trout Camp site is located at the confluence of two trout streams at the valley bottom, it is an open wooded area in view of a dirt road. The Main Bridge site is located along a trout stream in the valley, offers the most privacy, and is gated. The Valley View site is located at the top of a hill along side a cornfield, with spacious views, beautiful sunsets, and cell service, but does not offer direct access to the trout streams.
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Woodcock Creek Lake
4. Woodcock Creek Lake
Park 18mi from Centerville · 111 sites
Daily grind got you down? Consider lifting your spirit up in the gently rolling hills and placid views of Woodcock Creek Lake. This lake is the perfect complement to the tranquil rural countryside of central Crawford County, and the park ain’t too shabby either. Recreation opportunities feature picnicking, fishing, playground fun and relaxation. A spacious campground, developed swim beach, picnic areas and a six-lane boat launch are located in the Colonel Crawford Park Area on the south shore. What’s more is this is where the locals come to fish. Trout, muskie, bass, walleye and panfish await anglers in the calm waters of the lake.
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Tionesta Lake
5. Tionesta Lake
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(1)
Park 25mi from Centerville · 163 sites
Deep in the rugged hills of northwestern Pennsylvania, Tionesta Lake sparkles with a diversity of outdoor recreation and fun. The landscape offers scenic hiking, diverse wildlife, and rich layers of history. The lake offers enticing boating and productive fishing. The Seneca named this area "where the water separates the land"- making it the perfect respite for the amphibious.
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Secluded Overlook Solo Campsite
6. Secluded Overlook Solo Campsite
97%
(43)
15mi from Centerville · 1 site
This stand-alone secluded campsite sits in the woods above an extremely unique stretch of French Creek (2022 PA River of the Year!) Facing northwest over the valley, it offers stunning sunset views. The Union City Dam floods the valley during wet periods making a beautiful (though temporary) lakefront campsite before slowly draining away. 100s of acres of protected land create a wildlife haven. Centrally located between 2 small towns with many local attractions.
Union City Dam:
Situated on the high-side of the Union City Dam, a dry-bed flood control dam. During snowmelt or rainy spells, the dam fills and floods the entire valley. During dry spells, French Creek appears as any other creek. At full flood, it becomes a breathtaking lake front campsite. Unfortunately, these natural events only occur a few weeks out of the year and are fairly unpredictable, but provide a truly spectacular setting (compare the high-water vs low-water views in the photos).
Wildlife:
At the end of a dead-end dirt road, adjacent to 100's of acres of federal protected land, and within sight of a number of agriculture fields, there is an abundance of wildlife. For over 20 years, an active eagle’s nest has been located 1 mile north providing amazing opportunities to see either adult or juvenile eagles flying over French Creek hunting for fish. Deer can be seen early morning and late evening in the fields, and frequently crossing the valley. All types of waterfowl flock the reservoir lake when flooded. I've personally witnessed up to 1000 geese and 100’s of wild swans at once.
Local Attractions:
The small towns of Union City and Waterford have gas stations, grocery stores, great local dining options, and more. The Union City Dam, less than 1.5 miles down the road, provides walking, biking, scenic driving, and picnic opportunities. 40-min drive to Presque Isle State Park, one of the only free state parks left in the US. 15-min drive to Port Farms a farm-themed amusement park for the kids and Poverty Knob Brewery for the adults.
DISCLAIMER: There is an active gravel pit to the North of the campsite. During weekdays from about 7 AM-5 PM, you will likely hear and possibly see some activity from the gravel pit. Security cameras may be in use at the driveway entrance.
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R Little Homestead
7. R Little Homestead
100%
(16)
15mi from Centerville · 11 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land:
We are a working organic homestead with chickens, 2 cows, a calf, ducks, 2 cats, and a mini donkey. We have 40 wooded acres for tent camping and a large spot for RV parking with a potable water hook-up. We also have an outhouse and a pavilion with 2 picnic tables. We are centrally located 30 minutes from the Allegheny National Forest, Lake Erie, PA wine Country, and Peak and Peek resort in Findley Lake, NY.
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Conneauttee Valley Getaway
8. Conneauttee Valley Getaway
98%
(20)
18mi from Centerville · 1 site · Tent, RV
Enjoy a private country setting near Edinboro and Cambridge Springs. Just down the road from Mount Pleasant of Edinboro. Situated on approximately 3 acres with a pond for relaxing or fishing. Plenty of hiking available nearby. Plenty of food options nearby with Riverside Brewing within a few miles.
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Nederlandia
9. Nederlandia
100%
(21)
19mi from Centerville · 20 sites · Tents, RVs
Nederlandia is the name of the overall parcel of land in which the main center camp, Camp Snot Otter (see our other listing under this name) is located. Nederlandia has 4 designated campsites or campers can create new campsites with direction from the owner. We provide the basic flat set up for tents and a fire pit.
The land is an elongated forested strip between deep woods and a wide open field so it is very appealing to a variety of wildlife. The land has trails, wetlands, small creeks, beautiful trees, and plenty of shade on the hot Summer days while having access to a wide open field for stargazing at night. There is a nice central camp with a makeshift nature center, a large fire pit, cooking supplies and often live music.. Nearby attractions include the Erie National Wildlife Refuge, The French Creek Conservancy, Allegheny College, Woodcock Creek Nature Center, the Tamarack Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, Conneaut Lake, Hiking, horseback riding and kayaking within 10 minutes, and the super fun Venango General Store nearby. Kayaking packages are available for a 12 mile day trip. The camp is also close to a grocery store, a hardware store, an ice cream shop, and a couple rural restaurants. Campers may be allowed to gather their own dry deadfall for firewood, but good oak and cherry cooking wood will be available to purchase at center camp. With a bit of guidance from the staff, some campers may be permitted to blaze their own inroads into the woods and create their own camp legacy.
Center camp is the central hub for everything you need. We have an information board with maps, current updates and info on goings on. We also have menus for pizza and local restaurants that will actually deliver to the land.. We always have coffee going in the morning and a luxury setting for a truly natural morning constitution (as long as you help to escort your creation to a staff appointed generally fertilizer deficient disposal designation). Also available for purchase or to barter for at center camp include water, toiletries,, batteries, tools for rent, and some basic cooking ingredients. Ask and we shall try our best to hook you up.
Nederlandia is in the very formation stage of a potential small scale absurd culture festival with roots in Burning Man and The Electric Forest. Campers are encouraged to participate, to create spaces, and leave only works of natural art that may be aesthetically pleasing, but also beneficial to wildlife, at their sites. Wild things in wild places can happen here and many new friends can be made in the process. There is always a core staff person on site, and often a crew of hicks, skids, jocks, spiritual guides, (no degens), and musicians there every day from May to October to provide sharing, transportation, information and other basic necessities and entertainments. In the Winter, we have a very cozy cabin with a fireplace, wood stove, kitchen and generator for extra heat and light.
Nederlandia is committed to wildlife conservation and education. Some of the proceeds from hosting campsites will go towards local conservation initiatives. Campers here can learn about local natural history and be immersed in the wildlife around them. We have incredible frog choruses going throughout the Spring and Summer. Our species count on the land is now somewhere in the 300s including an informal trapping study of insects last year that yielded a great number of cool bugs, but surprisingly few mosquitos. The one thing people have always said about camping here is that the mosquitos are not bad at all. We have a pond with turtles and frogs, tons of salamanders and harmless snakes. We've seen porcupine, mink, flying squirrels, and we still have a decent bat population around here. Birdwatching is a constant new surprise. There is almost always one or more dogs present here, of course. But I must also disclose, there are definitely signs of Sasquatch migrating through the back bush.
Fun is our campsite concept and if we have our druthers, we can start to do themed parties around major dates and holidays, especially a grand Halloween party! We have already planted all the pumpkins for this year.
Looking forward to hanging out with you guys!
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Allegheny National Forest
10. Allegheny National Forest
97%
(39)
National forest 34mi from Centerville · 742 sites
Find plenty to do in this half-million-acre national forest in northwestern Pennsylvania.
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Chapman State Park
11. Chapman State Park
100%
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State park 30mi from Centerville · 88 sites
Chapman State Park: A Haven for Nature Lovers and Adventure Seekers.
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Pymatuning State Park
12. Pymatuning State Park
67%
(3)
State park 40mi from Centerville · 443 sites
Discover Pymatuning State Park's natural beauty and outdoor activities.
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Cook Forest State Park
13. Cook Forest State Park
96%
(19)
State park 40mi from Centerville · 234 sites
Discover the natural splendor of Cook Forest State Park.
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Allegheny River Island Campsites
14. Allegheny River Island Campsites
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(17)
21mi from Centerville · 8 sites · Tents, Lodging
Located on Fuellhart Island, Tidioute, Pennsylvania
Allegheny River, Allegheny National Forest, PA Wilds
Perfect for kayaking, camping, fishing, tubing - all types of river trips!
Go Primitive and book secluded campsites (there is a Treehouse and Canvas Bell Tent options!)
Rent the cabin and island privately for your group
46 acres of Private Island on the scenic Allegheny River. PA Wilds, Gameland Access, Allegheny National Forest.
We provide:
HAMMOCK AND TENT CAMPSITES (view listings)
CABIN AND ISLAND RENTALS (Call it a glorified cabin in the woods!)
- Fully equipped!
- non-motorized boat rentals (Angler single kayaks and canoe)
- Tent/Hammocks
- Cold Weather Sleeping Bags
This is a secluded private island on the Allegheny River. It has been a family property for years and many people have created great memories here. It is great for solo campers wanting a peaceful space, kayakers on river trips, family groups (magic for kids and dogs!)
*Tent camping, outdoor shower, fishing, kayaking, groomed trail paths from end to end, fully equipped kitchen, outdoor cooking, firepits, outdoor and indoor seating.
Supreme sunsets and starry nights!
Everyone always ends up staying another day if they can get away with it!
Arrive by car to our parking area where we will boat you and your gear over to the island campsite. There will be 1 round trip in the motorized john boat per group. Guests are permitted to use the aluminum canoe with lifejackets only to ferry items.
PADDLE IN! KAYAKERS/CANOES/MULTI-DAY RIVER TRIP PADDLERS!
Arrive by kayak or canoe off the river while you are on a paddle trip. Singles, small groups and large groups.
Campsites are PERFECT for Scouts trips, team building trips with kayak rental options.
Cabin rentals are great for couples, families, friends, reunions, fishing trips, large groups trips and more! Wildlife photographers must see location!
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Abandoned School
15. Abandoned School
97%
(62)
22mi from Centerville · 1 site · Tent, RV
Camp Beside History on the Legendary Route 666
Welcome to a one-of-a-kind camping experience—where you can pitch a tent or park your RV beside a hauntingly beautiful, abandoned schoolhouse deep in the PA woods. Located on the legendary Route 666, this private campsite offers an unforgettable blend of eerie history and peaceful seclusion.
There is only one site—and it’s all yours. No other campers. No shared space. Just you, your group, and the freedom to explore.
What’s Included:
Exclusive Access: When you book, the entire property is yours. Roam, relax, and make it your own.
Tent & RV Friendly: Separate areas for tents and RVs of any size.
Water Available: On-site spigot
New!!! Spring Fed Cold Plunge
Firewood: Purchase bundles on-site or collect fallen wood from the forest behind the schoolhouse.
Firepits: Use an existing ring or safely build your own.
On-Site Porta Potty: Clean and private, located discreetly on the grounds.
Make Yourself at Home: Explore, take photos, and unwind in total privacy.
Nearby Attractions:
Allegheny National Forest
Minister Creek Trail
Pithole Ghost Town
Tionesta Dam
Hearts Content Old Growth Forest
Allegheny Outfitters (0.7 mi)
George’s Little Store (0.6 mi) – essentials + 24/7 Porta Potty
Haller’s General Store (9 min) – clean indoor restrooms
Important Notes:
Private Property Signs: Ignore them—you’re welcome here.
Restrooms: A porta potty is on-site. Additional restroom options nearby if needed.
If you love peaceful nature, off-grid exploring, and a spooky twist, this hidden gem is for you. Whether it’s ghost stories by the fire or hiking nearby trails, this place was made for memory-making.
One site. One schoolhouse. All yours.
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French Creek Farms
16. French Creek Farms
96%
(14)
23mi from Centerville · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
French Creek Farms is a 50+ acre farm nestled along the banks of French Creek in Venango County Pennsylvania. We have creekside sites as well as some field side sites with water access. You can kayak and canoe on French Creek or just bring some floats if you don't want to paddle.
There is a short walking trail on the grounds that leads through our Christmas tree farm. You can also fish from the banks or in a small pond on the property. There are some state and county parks within driving range such as Two-mile run County Park and Lake Wilhelm State Park.
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Big Oak Hill
17. Big Oak Hill
100%
(23)
24mi from Centerville · 1 site · Tent, RV
This is a campsite that has picturesque view of surrounding farmland and of Peek-n-Peak. Located conveniently off of Rt426 with a slight drive along a field to reach the destination. Private and out of the way. Plenty of wildlife (family of fox and usually mamma deer and her babies, can normally be seen doing what animals do. Close to Peek-n-Peak and Findley Lake and its many amenities. Has fantastic cell reception so remote working is an absolute possibility if longer stays are wanted.
This is a little campsite on top of a hillside besides, you guessed it, a big oak. This is on a working hay farm, so depending on when you arrive you might be able to see hay being harvested. Again, this a newer campsite so improvements will be made based on demand.
To enter the property, you will use a field entrance right off Harrington Hill Road (coming from the west it will be on your left-hand side). We have the way marked for you with posts/markers so hopefully it will take you right there. Please be aware this is located on top of a hill (with a big oak, hence its name :)) and you will be going through an active hay field to reach it.
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May Farms
18. May Farms
100%
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24mi from Centerville · 4 sites · Tents, Lodging
Secluded area of field and trees on old family farm. Property is 97 acres. Near Presque Isle state Park and Lake Erie beaches. Hike Wintergreen Gorge near by too. The surrounding area and city offers amusement park, bicentennial tower, shopping and indoor water park. We are only about 10 minutes off I90.
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Presidential Primitive Getaway
19. Presidential Primitive Getaway
95%
(22)
26mi from Centerville · 1 site · Tent, RV
Looking for a place to just relax and enjoy nature or are you wanting somewhere to camp that has access to superior public hunting? This property is 140 acres of private wooded land (no hunting permitted on our property). Surrounded by approx 8000 acres of public hunting land. Endless hunting and fishing in native trout streams all within hiking distance. 3 miles from the Allegheny River. 5 miles from a public golf course. Short commute to local bike trails and grocery stores. Site could also accommodate horse back riding with miles of wilderness to explore. Some hiking trails on property for exploring, but feel free to explore wherever you soul leads you. Wildlife galore. Deer, bear, turkeys, raccoons, and plenty of bird species to observe. Parking available for several vehicles. Site could accommodate for up to 2 RVS. Tent campers also welcome. Pets are allowed but please be considerate and clean up after them. Thank you 😊
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Stoney Run Primitive Tent Camping
20. Stoney Run Primitive Tent Camping
100%
(30)
26mi from Centerville · 2 sites
Located along beautiful little Sandy Creek and stoney run flowing through the property there is lots of places to fish explore and even a few spots deep enough to swim
The campsites are spread out fairly well not like most campgrounds we want you to have your privacy and enjoy the outdoors
Each campsite comes with a fire ring and picnic table there is a community porta Jon from memorial day to Labor Day and firewood for sale on site
If you’d like to check us out on facebook our page is (stony run primitive tent camping)
Or if you have any questions, my phone number is 8146730943 Curtis
I hope you come and enjoy a few nights with us
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Becky
3 days ago
Weekend Trip to The Highlander
We enjoyed the Highlander because it had everything you need. Perfectly secluded from and the cabin was very cozy and welcoming. We will definitely return!
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Hunter
1 week ago
18 ft rooftop tent
We had an amazing stay at Big Oak Hill. The sunset alone was one for the books—absolutely unforgettable and worth the trip by itself. Kevin was a fantastic host, quick to respond and super helpful with any questions we had along the way. Everything about the experience was smooth, relaxing, and exactly what we were hoping for. We’d definitely come back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great getaway.
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Kathleen
2 weeks ago
24 ft travel trailer
Remote site close to everything lol. We loved how remote Dave's site was and how welcoming he was. Like meeting a friend.
We were able to get to store to replace our broken brake controller so we could make it back down the big hill on way out with old and heavy camper. We also got to fish in a beautiful park on way back from town and yet be in such a remote area to spend the weekend. We could hear turkey, owls and see a bunch of deer while sitting around the camp. We heard nothing much else...it was so relaxing and peaceful. We got to be only ones on grounds as first visitors for the year and 140 all to ourselves! Was worth every penny. Beats a sardines campground any day of the week for sure. He has a beautiful thing and so glad he shared with everyone. We needed it. We just got married and he got diagnosed with dementia so it's been a hard hit. We have both been struggling and needed a weekend to reconnect and learn how to refocus for us. We did ..thanks for having the space we needed away from our normal to do that.
Love the outhouse....best one I've been in. It has everthing.. well, almost everything...but it is fantastic! Go visit Leave him a note inside it.
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Ashley
3 weeks ago
Weekend Trip to The Highlander
We had plenty of wood!! I know that sounds so silly, but it's such an awesome perk to not have to search around to buy wood or be a scavenger for it! Oh, and the spot light to the "office" was great! Didn't have to find a flashlight or headlamp to go in the middle of the night! We went hiking everyday and it was so nice to come back to a cozy place and watch a dvd and make dinner!
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Christopher
3 weeks ago
Tent
Group trip
The area was very quiet and spooky, was fun to camp at. The area was very flat, so its good for RV camping, not so much for tent camping though due to the fact that the majority of the camping area is on a overgrown asphault surface.
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Charles
3 weeks ago
Tent
Enjoyed another peaceful night at site 6. Thanks!
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Austin
April 2026
25 ft campervan
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at Conneauttee Valley Getaway. Quiet, peaceful, and even had full hookups. The view of the lake is great, and sleeping under the Hemlock trees is cozy. Jared was a great host and would absolutely stay here again.
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Barbara
April 2026
Tent
With pets
We loved tent camping at the Presidential Getaway! We were welcomed with a fire ring full of kindling and plenty of dry wood to burn ❤️ the site is flat and perfect for camping with grassy areas to setup and a gravel driveway for campers. Since we were camping in the early spring, the foliage wasn't completely filled in so you could see through the trees to the road but it still felt very private and isolated. We saw a horse and buggy which was a treat for me and the dogs! The stars were out in their full glory and listening to all of the night time nature sounds was so peaceful. We will definitely be back again and thank you for sharing this lovely space with us!
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Dennis
April 2026
Tent
Very interesting spot. Just as advertised, clean and safe spot under a very interesting backdrop. We had a great time.
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Dennis
April 2026
Richard
March 2026
Tent
Steve's spot was quiet with lots of bird life and wildlife . It's 5 minutes from multiple Elk Creek Access points.
100% recommend as a base camp location when you want to get away from the crowds and have some peace and quiet.
I would absolutely stay there again when I am in the area.
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Charles
March 2026
Tent
Had a great weekend at site 6. Curtis is attentive and the campgrounds are well maintained. I plan to be back often.
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Tracey
March 2026
Tent
Excellent spot, large area to choose where to set up. Annette and Scott are very friendly and hospitable.
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Eric
March 2026
18 ft campervan
With pets
A perfect way to mix up your camping experiences. The building is in rough shape so don’t plan on entering. Camp site is private and sets you up for a one of a kind night under the stars.
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Dana
March 2026
Tent
Awesome. Really liked the spot. This was a scouting mission and will def go back. Thanks Todd!
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Solange
January 2026
Weekend Trip to The Highlander
A great getaway, charming home with the perfect blend of rustic and cozy. We'll be back!
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Matthew
December 2025
Tent
This was an absolutely beautiful camping spot!! We really could not ask for better. We had ourselves a Christmas hot tent camp right along side a gorgeous creek. We'll secluded and very peaceful. Thank you guys sooooo much! We definitely plan on returning often!
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Mitchell
November 2025
Tent
Exactly what we wanted! The owners were so nice and helpful!
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Kaysie
November 2025
Tent
Such a gorgeous camping spot, surrounded by beautiful farm land. Very private and the hosts are great. We will definitely be stopping here again if our travels bring us this way again!
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Dennis
November 2025
Tent
Wonderful place, very kind host, simple place to stay.
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