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Bear Bottom Ranch
Hosted by Meredith · Yorkville, Illinois
3 sites · RV, Tent, Lodging · 32 acres
Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
Private sites
96% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.
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RV/tent sites (dispersed)
2 sites
Best of Budd Road
95%
(142)Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Lodging
1 site
Tipi with rolling meadow views
88%
(26)Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Reviews
94% Recommend188 ratings · 133 reviews
The campsite offers a serene escape with its picturesque setting by a creek and the surrounding majestic oak and walnut trees, some believed to be centuries old. Campers frequently mention the soothing sounds of the stream and wildlife, adding to the peaceful ambiance. The site is described as clean and spacious, with private areas that allow for relaxation and solitude. However, some campers noted challenges with overgrown areas and the tipi being open to the elements, impacting comfort during inclement weather.
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· October 2026
Really cool spot. The Tipi site was the furthest out, so I felt secluded. Beautiful crickets, birds, and some frog sounds! Lots of space for other tents too. Just FYI you can still hear cars on the road, but that was fine for me :)
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· October 2026
Tent ·
Best of Budd Road
Really awesome spot!! Cute little creek that runs around the site, very pretty and cozy.
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· October 2026
Beautiful, great tipi! Fire pit good, plenty of space, lots of nearby forest preserves, fun time, close to home. The horses were beautiful and ney ed a fer times. 10 outta 10 if you bring your own camping toilet like we did!
Great place to camp and communicative host! The creek and wildlife are great!
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· October 2026
Tent ·
Best of Budd Road
Always have a good time when we camp there. Even though it rained the entire weekend, I was able to set a tarp up over everything and we still had a good time.
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· October 2026
Tent ·
Best of Budd Road
Awesome spot -- easy to get to, has a secluded feel to it, quiet, plenty of shade and clean.
This was a great campsite! Very secluded and is shaded with beautiful large trees. Campsite was right next to a nice stream which was very calming to listen to while falling asleep at night. We will definitely be back!
We had a great time camping at Bear Bottom site 2. The site was clean with a picnic table and large fire pit. The distance between the three sites is significant, making our experience very private and peaceful. The giant oak trees are stunning, I’ve never seen so many in one place. I’m no expert but I would guess that many of them are at least 200-300 years old based on the estimated trunk circumference, incredible. The walnut trees that are mixed in make for a true woodland experience. Our site had the creek running by, which you could hear at night in between the occasional owl hoots and coyote yips; true nature vibes :). We also drove to nearby Silver Springs state park and enjoyed some good hiking and scenery. The town of Yorkville was also very charming as we stumbled upon their “Yorktoberfest” with live music, food trucks, and a scarecrow walk; it had great vibes as well. We’d definitely come back and we’re thinking the tee pee next time because who wouldn’t want to try that out!!
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· September 2026
17 ft truck camper ·
Best of Budd Road
Unfortunately i got held up, and didn't get a chance to stay in the location, but Meredith was very communicative!
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· September 2026
Tent ·
Best of Budd Road
Very quiet and peaceful. Lots of shade at the site. Host was responsive and friendly. My only complaint is that a lot of the space was very overgrown; we did not really have access to the creek or the picnic table. Overall a comfortable and nice experience.
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· September 2026
Tent ·
Best of Budd Road
We enjoyed having our only little slice of heaven all to ourselves. It was wonderful staying here and would definitely return next season .
We had a great time. It is very secluded. Despite multiple sites it feels very private. The tipi was great. Older reviews mention issues with it being sealed from the elements, but we had no issues. There was a little rain, and though there was some dripping from above, it was large enough that we could push the bed to the side and were able to remain dry overnight. The porta-potty is a bit of a hike from the site, but it is very clean and a great addition. If on the fence, this site is great!
Close enough from home but private enough to feel like you escaped. Had a blast but there was a couple negatives. If there’s been any rain you’re gonna need a 4x4. Very muddy to get to the site. Also the grass was up to our knees and it took a good hour for the guy to get there but then only mowed half the site so we were kinda limited to the area I paid for.
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· August 2026
16 ft car ·
Best of Budd Road
I like the site, quite and far from people
I stayed on site 2, didn’t even hear people from site 1, far enough.
Recommend to visit!
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· July 2026
Tent ·
Best of Budd Road
I was there for a short time but it was so beautiful and nice! I didnt see the horses til the morning (but I also got there later in the day) the site was spacious and a lot of rooom!!! And you dont see other campers lots. I definitely plan on coming back!
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· July 2026
Tent ·
Best of Budd Road
We loved camp tenting here. Nice peaceful spot with plenty of space. The little creek is great. Nice large firepit. Clean nearby toilet.
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· July 2026
Tent ·
Best of Budd Road
The land was beautiful. Such a nice escape from the city! Quiet and plenty of space. I would totally recommend if you’re looking for a getaway.
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· July 2026
Tent ·
Best of Budd Road
Peace and quiet. View was beautiful. Nice getaway spot.
I have mixed feelings and agree with some of the previous reviews. The property is beautiful with lots of shade. The horses are friendly and enjoyed watching them. The tipi is a unique design. You are exposed to weathering from the top. No grate for grill, no firewood, no running water, and the porta john is about 400-500 yards away from tipi. No host greeted us. I am glad we had great weather for this trip.
Due to the flooding my site was inaccessible. They made it right and set me up on one of their other properties high and dry. It all worked out great.
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· July 2026
Tent ·
Best of Budd Road
Loved this site! Felt very private and was on a beautiful creek. The site itself was a nice size, and the wildlife was fun to see. Would go again! Just watch out for ticks!
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· July 2026
Tent · With kids ·
Best of Budd Road
A perfect spot away from noise and the city. The creek and animal sounds were so peaceful to fall asleep to. Will definitely be camping here again!
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· July 2026
Group trip ·
Tipi with rolling meadow views
One of the best sites I’ve been too for a casual weekend even though we got rained on our group had such a fun time. Expansive trails a photogenic area and a great Teepee to boot
I had an amazing experience here! Great scenery and plenty of privacy. Was exactly what I was looking for and I will be going back again!
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· July 2026
Tent · With pets ·
Best of Budd Road
I would recommend the tipi site just sitting there with the camp for and then seeing the horses in the pasture. It was a great experience. I will go back and recommend to family and friends nice trails to walk to just don't forget the bug spray. Lol 😆
Thank you for sharing your lovely retreat. I spent 3 peaceful nights camped beside a little creek with a picknic table and fire pit. Each morning was filled with the sound of birds singing. Each night was ablaze with fire flies.
We had a great time on this beautiful property!
The perfect place to relax, sit by the fire, and play games. We will definitely be back!
Lovely secluded site! Easy to find and drive right in. Nice picnic table to sit at and cook. The fire pit was spacious and well contained. Had a few spots to hang a hammock. Appreciated the site was well mowed and we didn’t have to worry too much about ticks or insects. We didn’t use the Tipi but was cute for ambience. Some scrap firewood provided but I’d suggest bringing in plenty of your own. Would love to come back!
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· June 2026
Tent ·
Wildcard
Very quiet, clean, “foresty”, plenty of wood/branches laying around. Great spot to get away for the weekend. Hosts respond quickly and the entire site leaves plenty of space to find your own spot and customize your camping layout. Definitely plan on coming back
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· June 2026
Great site. The owners were very kind and had 3 beautiful off leash dogs. Endless firewood supplied. Two horses nearby that you could watch. Isolated campgrounds but close enough to the other sites for comfort.
Location
Yorkville, Kendall County, Illinois, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Meredith G.
Joined in April 2023Response rate: 87%Response time: Within 6 hours
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