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Yip Camp and Eco-Retreat Center

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· Fern Forest, Hawaii, Hawaii

3 acres hosted by Thomas C.

2 lodging sites · 2 RV sites · 1 tent site

Near Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Within a 30-minute drive from the Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park Visitor Center.

Best in Hawaii: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Thomas is a Star Host

Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.

Romantic

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is romantic.

Yip Camp provides a setting that promotes immersion in nature. The property is located on the Kilauea Volcano at about 2700 feet in elevation and in sight of the majestic Mauna Loa volcano rising at the peak at 13,680 feet. Both volcanos have been active recently. There are several trails at the National Park nearby; trails and several species of birds live on the property including Japanese Pheasants. On clear nights the skies provide excellent ambient viewing of the moon, planets and constellations. The campsites and cottage are located in the woods near a shower and flushing toilet and the property is off grid with the goal to establish an example of sustainable lifestyles and ecosystems. Camping equipment is available upon request and the cottage is furnished with a basic kitchen. The grounds also include a screen room with a grill, tables, chairs and a fire pit. Local fruits and vegetables are grown on the property and the greenhouse provides food. Solitude is available for those who seek silence and immersion in nature and a number of state and county beaches are within a forty minute drive. The focus is providing a quiet environment and an opportunity for solitude away from the distractions of urban lifestyles.

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82 ratings · 68 reviews

Jorgina B.doesn't recommend

January 14, 2025

Rooster Tent

I didn't have a goid experience, I paid for several nites. Was given directions to the wrong place. It was very confusing! Received most of my funds back.

M L.doesn't recommend

January 9, 2025

Yip Camp Cottage

Worst experience yet

- WORST part: the one toilet used by all Hipcamp guests is located behind a thin wall right behind the bed on the outside of the cabin. You can HEAR EVERYTHING someone did, piss poo you name it! Plus the cranking of the toilet, all at the lovely time of 6AM!! - over 2 miles driving on bumpy unpaved roads to get to the property. We worried about damaging our rental car. - No key, box he said it would be in was empty & there were other guests who would have had access to our stuff. - linens were stained & didn't look/feel the cleanest - The rude owner never showed up to help us with the key situation since he left to go to the Volcano park before we got there. We had no idea why people were going to the park, it was because of the eruption, he didn't even bother to tell us it was special & that we should go too, he just thought selfishly about himself& how he should go there & leave us to fend for ourselves. Then told us to "grow a pair" when told about our discomfort hearing sounds from the washroom that he built purposely behind the cabin - Large holes/gaps in the cabin, allows mosquitoes/other bugs to get in. Would have rather stayed in a tent. - booked 3 nights, stayed 1 night then left the next morning because it was THAT awful. Requested a refund & got 1 night back which I appreciate, but it still wasn't enough to make up for how awful the whole experience was. Makes me NEVER want to go back to Hilo/East side of Big Island, I didn't think people could be so uncouth!

Arthur B.recommends

January 3, 2025

Yip Camp Cottage

We got the cottage and really liked it. Bed was comfy, big and warm and we had a warm shower. Know that it is very off grid. We got some mosquitos too. Tom was great and had grwat afvice on what to do. He also seemed to really care about our experience. All in all we'd recommend :)

Imad A.recommends

December 25, 2024

Fern Forest RV Site 2

Great stay

Thomas and sara were very welcoming and nice! Sara gently offered us some coffee in the morning. I definitely recommend!

Sophie B.recommends

December 24, 2024

Fern Forest RV Site 2

We enjoyed staying at Yip camp! Thomas is very friendly and is eager to give tips and advices on things to do and places to go. The place is full of charm and very quiet. The hot water was also enjoyable. Thank you!

Thu Tam D.

December 23, 2024

Yip Camp Cottage

Safe space and good potential but the loft was not as clean as we wished so all 3 of us slept on the full bed instead. Bigger windows and clearing vegetation around the shed might help with airflow and prevent the mildew smell. Rustic environment -- Outdoor kitchen, solar lights Concept is good and this can be a good backpacker's option with some TLC,

Location

Fern Forest, Hawaii, Hawaii, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Nā moku ʻehā First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking