The best campgrounds near Hillsville, Virginia with wildlife watching

Looking for a camping adventure near Hillsville, Virginia that's perfect for wildlife watching? Look no further. Hipcamp has over 1,900 options in the area that cater to your activity preference. Whether you're a seasoned wildlife enthusiast or just starting out, you'll find the perfect campsite to immerse yourself in nature. Check out the top campsites like The Oasis at Harmon Creek Farms (288 reviews), Rivers Edge Trail Camp (267 reviews), and Savage Acres on Craig Creek (269 reviews). With popular amenities like pets, campfires, and toilets, and activities such as fishing, paddling, and snow sports, you're sure to have an unforgettable camping experience. Plus, with an average price per night of $40 and options as low as $5, there's something for every budget.

97% (4.7K) • 178 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Hillsville

Mother Earth, hot tub, pet friendly

1. Mother Earth, hot tub, pet friendly

100%

(29)

5.2mi from Hillsville · 1 site

Mother Earth is 3 miles from I-77, exit #8, 3 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway, and sits in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The yurt is 15 mins from Mt Airy NC which is a destination for outdoors activities, wineries, breweries, and has a gorgeous downtown area. Fancy Gap is famous for the BRPW, hiking, mountain biking, and all types of outdoor activities. Mother Earth has a walk in shower, soaking tub, bluetooth music, wifi, and a hot tub. a full kitchen and washer and dryer. I provide all your paper products, coffees, creamer, sugar, shower products and more. it’s in a wooded area with nice views and wildlife in abundance. This yurt is comfortable all year long with a minisplit for heat and air conditioning, and a propane fireplace. This yurt has easy access and parking right in front. The deck is gated for toddlers and pets. Check out the secluded porch swing underneath. Our pet fee is an additional $25 left on the counter. Stargazing is at its best here, and lots of back roads to walk and explore. Check out Beamers Knob for a gorgeous long range view, about a mile from the yurt. It’s breathtaking! This yurt also has a generator to keep things going, in case of a power failure due to inclement weather.

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Bee Hive on the Mountain w/ Hot Tub

2. Bee Hive on the Mountain w/ Hot Tub

95%

(22)

5.3mi from Hillsville · 1 site

Elevated eclectic yurt with wrap-around porch and mountain view; nearby Blue Ridge Parkway and only 5 miles away from Fancy Gap, VA. Enjoy the stillness of a get-away with the convenience of easy access to amenities. Great for small groups (including families with children) or can be reserved for larger groups in conjunction with neighboring yurts (3 total). Dog friendly. Fresh mountain air and bright stars included with reservation.

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Rogue Trout Retreat

3. Rogue Trout Retreat

93%

(38)

7.3mi from Hillsville · 4 sites · Tents, RVs

Rogue Trout Retreat is a brand new recreation destination, offering ~5 open acres of primitive camping and 700+ feet of private trout fishing that connects to the Crooked Creek Fee Fishing park and Wildlife Reserve. The creek is stocked with Rainbow Trout multiple times throughout the week between the months of April and October. Native and Brown Trout are also very commonly found in these waters. The Wildlife Reserve "next door" offers opportunities for 5 miles of stocked trout fishing, 2 miles of wild trout fishing, 1800+ acres of hunting, hiking, horseback riding and wildlife watching. Nearby you'll find all you need in the way of food, supplies, gas, entertainment, sights, and more in the city of Galax, or town of Hillsville. Don't forget to enjoy the Blue Ridge Parkway, kayak the New River, bike the New River Trail, pick at the Fiddler's Convention, shop multiple boutiques, antique stores, flea and farmer's markets, and visit plenty more small town events that are sure to bring you back to visit Rogue Trout Retreat very soon!

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New River Trail State Park

4. New River Trail State Park

80%

(5)

State park 11mi from Hillsville · 32 sites

Travel across Virginia without ever leaving this long, narrow state park! Amazing biking trails.

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Jefferson National Forest

5. Jefferson National Forest

98%

(28)

National forest 45mi from Hillsville · 488 sites

Literally thousands of miles of hiking trails can take you anywhere you want to go.

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Magical Riverside Yurt w/hot tub

6. Magical Riverside Yurt w/hot tub

100%

(39)

7.8mi from Hillsville · 1 site

One loft bedroom, huge bathroom with a walk in shower and a soaking bathtub, while looking at a gorgeous creek, 20 ft away. A hot tub sits on the rear ground level deck. Kitchen with two coffee makers, microwave, full size refridge stovetop, air fryer, toaster oven and a kettle. This yurt is great for a couple or a couple with a small child, I provide a blowup mattress, twin size with linens.. The yurt faces the creek, and a rock wall on the other side making this property very private except for our cabin on the same property. It is fenced with split rail fencing and has a solar powered gate, with a gate fob provided. We are dog friendly, with a $25 pet fee per stay. This is a safe, beautiful area to visit nearby Floyd, a nearby kayak rental shuttle service, breweries, a meadery 2 miles away, and many other unique finds. Beautiful Mountain View’s and backwoods drive. A unique wool farm is just down the dirt road with a cash only roadside stand.

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The Lee Farm

7. The Lee Farm

100%

(36)

10mi from Hillsville · 2 sites

Come discover our little bit of paradise - the Lee Farm! Many have found us and returned time after time. We have two unique sites: a Glamping Tent and a Gypsy Wagon. Come for a few days or an extended stay! There's room to reflect, relax, nap, play, and laugh. IMPORTANT NOTE! The Gypsy Wagon and the Glamping Tent have separate entrances. The main address we've listed with Hipcamp is the Glamping Tent address. When you reserve the wagon, we'll provide you with that entrance address. Please note we have a two night minimum stay.

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Rivers Edge Trail Camp

8. Rivers Edge Trail Camp

99%

(1088)

12mi from Hillsville · 6 sites

LIKE us on FACEBOOK at https://www.facebook.com/riversedgetrailcamp Standing on the New River Trail looking up where the campsites are located will give you the feeling that you truly are sleeping on the edge at Rivers Edge campground. Unique limestone formations can be found on the property. Large birds and even an eagle or two seem to prefer this area for hunting. Watch from a distance as farmers cut hay throughout the summer. This private cliff top setting has 6 newly created camp sites on 5 Acres. These sites are for camper vehicles only. NO TENTS! Enjoy less crowds and more nature! The long range views or the river and farmlands will take your breath away. At the bottom of the drive you have access to the New River and the New River Trail so bring your bike for more fun. Bike the trail, bird watch, or star gaze; the choices are endless. Don't be surprised to see bear, turkey, eagles, deer, or a coyote. PLEASE give us a rating on YELP also if you enjoyed your stay! The direct link to our place on Yelp is https://www.yelp.com/biz/rivers-edge-trail-camp-barren-springs?osq=Camping Please LIKE us on FACEBOOK at https://www.facebook.com/riversedgetrailcamp This is a great spot for people looking for peace and quiet. 26 Minutes upriver of Claytor Lake State Park. There is a zoo in nearby Ft. Chiswell. Each site has full hook ups. No tents are allowed due to lack of toilet facilities. Area grocery stores are located about 30 minutes away in Wytheville, Pulaski and Hillsville. A portion of the profits will be donated to a non-profit! Bookmark the direct link to our site here on HipCamp: https://www.hipcamp.com/en-US/discover/virginia/rivers-edge-trail-camp

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Camppan

9. Camppan

95%

(160)

13mi from Hillsville · 1 site · Tent, RV

I started purchasing land in 1984 to create a forest animal wildlife preserve. After retiring from my construction business in New York I have returned to the New River to continue the project. I have a biology degree and raise various types of animals on the land Learn more about this land: Campsite with fire pit with river view near the double shoals . Wood available. Private, beautiful trail to river with immediate access to 60-mile long New River Trail in less than 5 minutes.

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Claytor Lake State Park

10. Claytor Lake State Park

100%

(2)

State park 21mi from Hillsville · 16 sites

Explore the miles of hiking trails along this serene lake.

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Stone Mountain State Park

11. Stone Mountain State Park

98%

(33)

State park 30mi from Hillsville · 91 sites

With rock climbing and hiking, Stone Mountain is a top spot for outdoor enthusiasts.

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Fairy Stone State Park

12. Fairy Stone State Park

94%

(8)

State park 36mi from Hillsville · 35 sites

Fairytale legends and storybook scenery enchant visitors at this Virginia park.

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Hanging Rock State Park

13. Hanging Rock State Park

100%

(19)

State park 36mi from Hillsville · 86 sites

See waterfalls, heavily wooded trails, and towering peaks in this state park.

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100 Acre Wood

14. 100 Acre Wood

100%

(138)

14mi from Hillsville · 3 sites · Tents, RVs

101 Acres of forested land in the Draper, Virginia area with scattered clearings that are connected by over 2 miles of cleared roads throughout the property, which are perfect for hiking, cycling, and horseback riding. The property includes a very small creek, several ravines, ridge lines and trails to explore. We frequently encounter deer, rabbits, squirrels, and the occasional turkey, black bear, coyotes and Bigfoot. The thing people seem to enjoy most is the privacy and and quiet that allows you to connect with nature. Each of the 3 sites is hundreds of yards away from each other. Note: there is no bathroom on the premises, however you can book a toilet tent as an extra. 4 Wheel Drive or All wheel drive are helpful during the winter months if there has been a lot of rain or snow/ice. Things to watch out for are deer ticks and poison ivy. Campers are expected to leave the site neat and take all their trash with them. We are located about 5 minutes from I-81 or 15 minutes from I-77 making it an easy place to stop when passing through on your way to other adventures. If you are coming on I-81, use exit 89-A. Don't let Google maps take you to Frog Level Ct near the town of Pulaski (LOL). Nearby attractions include Appalachian Gem and Gold Mine on Route 100 (5 min), New River Trail State Park (10 min), Claytor Lake State Park (20 min) and the Town of Draper has a couple small town shops to explore including The Draper Mercantile and Trading Company and the newly opened Conery where you can get wonderful ice cream cones and more. Also, check out the Draper Mountain overlook on Rt 11, just 10 minutes from our HipCamp. We love hosting campers and are happy to help make accommodations to help you have an enjoyable stay. We have 3 sites but only allow 2 to be in use at a time on the property. This insures that all guests continue to feel complete privacy from others and allows us to always have an alternate site available if campers want to change. Available "Extras" include portable toilet setup, Woodshop class making a cutting board, Bigfoot sitings as well as various camping gear items and games. If there are other extra's you would like to see or something you forgot to bring please let us know and we will see what we can do.

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Riverside-Glamping on the New River

15. Riverside-Glamping on the New River

100%

(13)

15mi from Hillsville · 1 site

In the Blue Ridge Mountains, a place where you can enjoy a beautiful comfortable camper where the doors open right onto a gorgeous deck that looks directly onto the New River. Hurricane Helene replaced grass for sand. You will be able to swim, fish, kayak, and go boating right off of our property, start a fire at night or just swing on the deck. We are a 5 minute drive from the New River Trail State Park, where you can hike, bike or walk along the river! We provide you with linen, bath towels, shampoo, conditioner and body wash, pots/pans, condiments, and coffee. We have a griddle and a BBQ grill. You may want to bring the following: -beach towels -sunscreen -bug spray -charcoal/lump -paper plates/cups (less dishwashing) -extra drinking water (we provide 5 gallons of water) Dollar General is a short drive away and has all the essentials and some...

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FoxDen by Heartwood Farm and Cabins

16. FoxDen by Heartwood Farm and Cabins

98%

(45)

19mi from Hillsville · 1 site

Get away from it all when you stay among nature in this secluded off-grid tiny cabin in the forest. Complete with outdoor grill, fire pit, picnic table, well maintained outhouse, miles of trails and a large swimming or fishing pond (catch and release). This is a secluded off grid location without power, wifi, or cell service, so be prepared to UNPLUG and unwind. Firewood for your first campfire is provided along with one tank of propane to run the indoor camp stove. Five gallons of drinking water are included with coffee and a French press. There is a cooler provided. Remember to bring ice for your groceries and sleeping bags! Please include an extra rental fee of $20 for pets (up to 3). Multiple firewood bundles can be waiting for you at $8 each (a decent fire's worth per bundle). Extra guests (more than 2) are approved on a case by case basis for $10 each per day.

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Wild Toad Lake

17. Wild Toad Lake

99%

(95)

23mi from Hillsville · 1 site · Tent, RV

This property is located on the border of VA and NC, 6 miles from Kibler Valley on the Dan River with recreational releases for Class 2 white water kayaking in the summer. We are close to Class 1 kayak and canoe river runs as well in Danbury NC along with hiking in the Blue Ridge mountains, Hanging Rock State Park and Pilot Mountain State Park. We are close to the legendary Mayberry NC , also known as Mt Airy NC and many wineries and breweries in NC and VA. We will send an email with general information and links after you book. For now we are only taking one booking at a time so you can choose your spot and have the whole place to yourself and your group up to 12 adults. There are multiple tent sites as well as room for one or 2 small campers. You can set up your tent under the pavilion or on the band pavilion or string hammocks under the pavilion or from the trees. Well behaved dogs welcome, NO GUNS, NO FIREWORKS.

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School Bus#23 Bunk House

18. School Bus#23 Bunk House

91%

(28)

23mi from Hillsville · 2 sites

Original 1930's Chicken House still stands on the property. Rustic Off-Grid Camp sites. No running water or electricity inside the Bus. Just solar and battery powered lighting. Fresh clean water Jugged Water inside the Bus and Outdoor toilet and Solar Shower just steps from the door. Just like tent seams window seals can be leaky during a rain storm.

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IRON Peak Ranch

19. IRON Peak Ranch

100%

(91)

24mi from Hillsville · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

We have traced this farm's history back to the 1750's when a mill was built on Reed Creek. There is a log home that we know that was built in 1840 still on the premises. The white farm house across from the camp sites was built in 1877. The fish hatchery that is still in operation today was built by the Federal Government in 1923. Learn more about this land: Camp site situated along 3 separate creeks connected by one large private 11 acre field. Tate Run/ Reed Creek/ Venrick Run. The farm house is across the road and the whole property comprises of 88 acres of woods and pasature. The farm house was built in 1877 and the Ranch currently operates with 30 head of cattle and a working trout hatchery. We have traced this farm lineage back to the 1750's when a mill was constructed at the meeting of Tate Run and Reed Creek by Swiss Immigrant Henry Grubb. Camping here along Reed Creek is peaceful and quiet. Located just a few short miles from town it is easy to get to ...but a long way from the world at large. In Short, it is lovely and we hope you enjoy it.

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Halfassery Farm’s Sweet Suite

20. Halfassery Farm’s Sweet Suite

100%

(13)

25mi from Hillsville · 1 site

80%

(5)

State park 11mi from Hillsville · 32 sites

Travel across Virginia without ever leaving this long, narrow state park! Amazing biking trails.

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99%

(1088)

12mi from Hillsville · 6 sites

LIKE us on FACEBOOK at https://www.facebook.com/riversedgetrailcamp Standing on the New River Trail looking up where the campsites are located will give you the feeling that you truly are sleeping on the edge at Rivers Edge campground. Unique limestone formations can be found on the property. Large birds and even an eagle or two seem to prefer this area for hunting. Watch from a distance as farmers cut hay throughout the summer. This private cliff top setting has 6 newly created camp sites on 5 Acres. These sites are for camper vehicles only. NO TENTS! Enjoy less crowds and more nature! The long range views or the river and farmlands will take your breath away. At the bottom of the drive you have access to the New River and the New River Trail so bring your bike for more fun. Bike the trail, bird watch, or star gaze; the choices are endless. Don't be surprised to see bear, turkey, eagles, deer, or a coyote. PLEASE give us a rating on YELP also if you enjoyed your stay! The direct link to our place on Yelp is https://www.yelp.com/biz/rivers-edge-trail-camp-barren-springs?osq=Camping Please LIKE us on FACEBOOK at https://www.facebook.com/riversedgetrailcamp This is a great spot for people looking for peace and quiet. 26 Minutes upriver of Claytor Lake State Park. There is a zoo in nearby Ft. Chiswell. Each site has full hook ups. No tents are allowed due to lack of toilet facilities. Area grocery stores are located about 30 minutes away in Wytheville, Pulaski and Hillsville. A portion of the profits will be donated to a non-profit! Bookmark the direct link to our site here on HipCamp: https://www.hipcamp.com/en-US/discover/virginia/rivers-edge-trail-camp

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Camppan

9. Camppan

95%

(160)

13mi from Hillsville · 1 site · Tent, RV

I started purchasing land in 1984 to create a forest animal wildlife preserve. After retiring from my construction business in New York I have returned to the New River to continue the project. I have a biology degree and raise various types of animals on the land Learn more about this land: Campsite with fire pit with river view near the double shoals . Wood available. Private, beautiful trail to river with immediate access to 60-mile long New River Trail in less than 5 minutes.

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Claytor Lake State Park

10. Claytor Lake State Park

100%

(2)

State park 21mi from Hillsville · 16 sites

Explore the miles of hiking trails along this serene lake.

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Stone Mountain State Park

11. Stone Mountain State Park

98%

(33)

State park 30mi from Hillsville · 91 sites

With rock climbing and hiking, Stone Mountain is a top spot for outdoor enthusiasts.

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Fairy Stone State Park

12. Fairy Stone State Park

94%

(8)

State park 36mi from Hillsville · 35 sites

Fairytale legends and storybook scenery enchant visitors at this Virginia park.

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100%

(13)

25mi from Hillsville · 1 site

*HOT TUB CURRENTLY OUT OF SERVICE* Views of star filled skies and nature in abundance are waiting for you when you book a stay at our farm’s guest cottage.. A glamping experience with an outdoor heated shower (available March-October)and composting toilet for exclusive use of our guests, the cabin also offers AC and heating, WiFi and Roku TV. Visit our motley crew of farm animal rescues with treats we provide and spend a peaceful evening star gazing or making s’mores by the fire. Lots of wineries , hiking and rafting spots are just a short drive from the farm.

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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Eric

January 2026

23 ft campervan

1 night at Rogue Trout Retreat

We accidentally went past the campground (it’s well marked and the location pin was perfect) but were treated with seeing deer cross the creek so that was a bonus. It’s close to the road but at night there’s little to no traffic and we didn’t really hear much going by. Very peaceful and it sounds like it’s going to have some nice additions in the future.

Jeff

January 2026

32 ft Class C

1 night at Rivers Edge Trail Camp

Beautiful setting, lots of wildlife. All utilities functioned well!

If you are lucky, the host will give a tour of the 100 acre woods.

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Shawn

January 2026

17 ft pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to 100 Acre Wood

Lovely rolling wooded property. Great views and a very great host!

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Vince

January 2026

With pets

3 nights at Halfassery Farm’s Sweet Suite

I came here for a trip to get away from screens for a few days. Lori was a great host and provided a lot of extras for me and my cat which was very sweet! I highly recommend the brunch extra to anyone. I would definitely stay here again!

Kevin

January 2026

Tent

With pets

1 night at Camppan

Great overlook of the river and unique setup that has a lot to offer. We heard birds of all kinds while camping there. Thanks for a great trip!

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Noah

December 2025

13 ft campervan

3 nights at 100 Acre Wood

David's land is beautiful and his campsites are no different. David himself took us on a tour and was so accommodating and a joy to be around. I really would love to come back here and plan to in the near future

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April

December 2025

Weekend Trip to Mother Earth, hot tub, pet friendly

My husband and I had the most wonderful stay in this yurt! It was so adorable, and you can really tell the hosts put a lot of love into it. The attention to detail was amazing. It was the perfect cozy getaway - we didn’t want to leave!

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Bob

December 2025

1 night at Mother Earth, hot tub, pet friendly

Loved our Yurt. The beautiful eclectic decorations let us discover something new every time we looked around. The amazing view from the living room as the sun came up got our day off to a great start.

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Mara

December 2025

With pets

2 nights at Mother Earth, hot tub, pet friendly

Very cozy stay, and JoDee was a great host! The yurt has everything you’d need.

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Heidi

December 2025

With pets

1 night at School Bus#23 Bunk House

Bus #7 was super fun! I got a little excited and feel like life on the road is calling. The bus was super warm and cozy even with snow on the ground outside. The surrounding property is wooded and private. All around a fun stop and we will be back!

Oliver

December 2025

With pets

1 night at School Bus#23 Bunk House

On a road trip and passing through. Stopped for one night and the bus was perfect. Bathroom, Small Shower, Heater that worked very well, and fire pit. Great way to unwind.

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John

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The River's Edge

Beautiful spot to stay! Very clean and quiet. Host is nice and quick to respond.

Ross

November 2025

16 ft car

With pets

Weekend Trip to 100 Acre Wood

Our trip back home from GA to WV had a lot of traffic delays and the weather was turning much colder than expected, so we decided to power through and drive straight home. But since this was right on the way home, we decided to stop and check out the site. It's a beautiful spot with trees on three sides, so there's less wind. The site is primitive but well maintained with two nice picnic benches and a good fire pit. Communication was great. We will be back!

Lindsay

November 2025

25 ft Class C

With pets

Weekend Trip to Rivers Edge Trail Camp

I wish we could’ve stayed longer! We were running behind schedule and arrived after dark, then had to leave before sunrise, so we didn’t get to take in the views. But the signs and string lights guiding us into the campground were such a welcoming sight after a long day on the road and pulling in so late. We’ll definitely be back to enjoy the campground properly!

Shane

November 2025

With kids

2 nights at Mother Earth, hot tub, pet friendly

Such a nice place well maintained very clean and very close to a lot of interesting towns, shops, and parks. Jodee was very friendly and helpful. Not a difficult drive very close to the interstate. Ciro’s pizza is great.

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Hannah

November 2025

With pets

1 night at Mother Earth, hot tub, pet friendly

This yurt is great! It was super clean, the decorations were beautiful, and everything was really easy to use (fireplace, hot tub). We are looking forward to coming back!

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Megan

November 2025

1 night at FoxDen by Heartwood Farm and Cabins

It was quiet and peaceful! It was absolutely beautiful!

Vic

November 2025

25 ft Class C

With pets

1 night at Rivers Edge Trail Camp

rivers edge trail was beautiful! the site was clean, easy to find and the views were gorgeous. hookups were straight forward and full service, which we appreciated. there is a bit of junk around and there’s a house very close, so not private, but it looks like they’re still building the sites so we didn’t mind. we will definitely stay again!

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Danielle

November 2025

16 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Waller Farm on Peter’s Creek

Always a great stay! We truly appreciate being able to have our dogs off leash here, there's plenty of open land for them to play and explore safely. It's the peaceful weekend getaway that we keep returning to, and we'll definitely be back again!

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Carleugh

November 2025

Weekend Trip to Sleep under the stars overlooking the mountains by babbling stream

Awesome spot!! Ample room for the dog to run around. The proximity of the river access was such a cool surprise! The weather was rather warm for November, so we could utilize the river. Super private. The wildlife/cattle are cool. Incredible stars at night. We had a bit of rain and a sort of crazy windstorm one night, but felt super secure in the structure. This is an ideal beginners “primitive” camping spot.