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Happy Hollow Homestead

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· Marengo, Orange, Indiana

30 acres hosted by Kerry B.

4 lodging sites · 20 RV/tent sites

Best glamping: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Best in Indiana: 1st place

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at some sites.

Private sites

96% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.

We now have 3 buildings for rent. The Cozy Camping Cottage, the Camping Cabin and the newest addition is our A-frame which is the most secluded spot on the land. - Voted best Hipcamp in Indiana to visit for 6 years. - Listed on Rachael Ray Magazine's "8 of America's Coolest Campgrounds" We offer a "Camping Cabin", The "Cozy Camping Cottage" or tent camping in Black Walnut Grove, in an open field, in the woods, or a shady grove. We like to interact with people or you can keep to yourself and have a quiet getaway in the woods. Sorry, but the tree house isn't available to rent since it is my home. I may rent it out in the future. Also in progress is the "Dome" We are on a solar powered, off the grid 30 acre homestead that has 24 acres of wooded land and 6 acres of groomed land. Come explore our land and relax in the "Tree Web", see the 2 story tree house that I live in, have fun on the tire swing, or just sit and enjoy all that nature has to offer. You can explore our interesting topography that has close to 100 foot of elevation changes, our (mostly) dry creek system that starts with 2 springs that drain into 3 sinkholes or walk 3 miles of trails (if you follow each trail from end to end). We love groups - Host your event here or have a group gathering with all your friends and family. We have spaces large enough to host hundreds of people. We welcome pets for camping, but no pets allow in the Camping Cabin. Also be aware that we have 2 friendly dogs on the land that roam freely. - 3.5 miles to Marengo Cave - 7 miles to the Blue River (canoes, rafting and swimming) - 30 minutes to Patoka Lake - 37 miles west of Louisville - 13 miles north of Interstate 64

Activities

Hiking

Paddling

Wildlife watching

Fall Fun

Natural features

Cave

Forest

River, stream, or creek

Waterfall

99%

785 ratings · 635 reviews

Renée E.recommends

September 2, 2024

Black Walnut Grove at Happy Hollow

Best camping, best host!

Kerry is as great a host as I remembered from my stay here 4 years ago. He continually makes improvements to his property, and is so responsive to any needs that come up (making sure the hot water heater in his outdoor shower is working, shooing away the friendly neighbor dogs when my dog was a little nervous). There is plenty of room for tenting, but the little sleep cabins are also nice. We checked out--and were impressed by--the new 3-season (maybe 4 season?) cabin, and thought it would be great for a family or group of friends. This is always my favorite stopover when I drive this route.

Ellie B.recommends

September 2, 2024

Black Walnut Grove at Happy Hollow

Kerry was a great host and his land was perfect for our group. We had 4 family’s with kids and wanted a site that had room to play. The kids loved the tree net and tire swing. As part of our reservation, we ordered firewood which saved us space while packing and it was delivered at our site on arrival. Kerry was super responsive, helpful and kind. I would choose Kerry’s land over a public camping site ANY day- freedom to spread out and camp how you want plus added amenities!

Cierra B.recommends

August 22, 2024

Cozy Camping Cottage

Great place to go! Web was awesome to lay in. Got to park my car next to the cabin and had a nice picnic table in the area. Plenty of outhouses to use and the shower water was hot. Also had access to clean water and a sink with soap to wash your hands. Will for sure visit again!

John V.recommends

August 12, 2024

Black Walnut Grove at Happy Hollow

The Perfect Spot

Had an amazing experience, Kerry was there to greet us, showed up our beautiful spot and told us about activities to do on the property. The tree web was amazing and even better at night. He told us about a meteor shower that was happening while we were there, and had a terrific view. The perfect place to get away from it all but also be a short drive from so many wonderful places in southern Indiana. We will be back with friends next time!

Lily K S.recommends

August 11, 2024

Cozy Camping Cottage

Magical and inspiring!

My partner and I stayed in the Cozy Cottage for two nights and it was amazing! Kerry was very kind and accommodating. The tree canopy was an awesome hangout spot. The two dogs that came to hang out with us were very sweet! It was great to have a hot shower as well. The homestead was also very inspiring as my boyfriend and I are hoping to start one in the future! I definitely recommend checking out Marengo Cave if you’re staying here, as it’s only a 8 minute drive.

Jess S.recommends

August 6, 2024

Black Walnut Grove at Happy Hollow

We had a lovely time here! Beautiful land to explore and an amazing host. Highly recommend staying here.

Location

Marengo, Orange, Indiana, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of 𐓏𐒰𐓓𐒰𐓓𐒷 𐒼𐓂𐓊𐒻 𐓆𐒻𐒿𐒷 𐓀𐒰^𐓓𐒰^(Osage), Myaamia, Shawandasse Tula (Shawanwaki/Shawnee), Kaskaskia, and Adena Culture First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking