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C2T Ranch on the Saline River

Hosted by Chad · Plainville, Kansas
17 sites · RV, Tent, Lodging · 2160 acres
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Hipcamp Legacy Award winner
Named a long-time Hipcamp success.
Best RV & van spots in the US
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2025.
Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Big rig-friendly
Spacious, level camping well-suited for travel trailers over 40 ft long.
You won't believe you are still in Kansas! C2T Ranch is a working regenerative cattle ranch, with over 4 miles of Saline River running through it. Amazing 150' tall limestone cliffs rise above river and several spring fed creeks feed into the river. There is hiking galore in the canyons or on the cliffs, fishing in the rivers, or bird watching on the native prairie above the cliffs. Fossil hunters can find a variety of fossilized shells, as well as native septarian and calcite for the rockhounds. Our picturesque, secluded campground has primitive and powered campsites, plus several glamping tent, all dispersed along an amazing horseshoe bend of the Saline River, each with direct river access. We're only a 20 minute drive north of Hays, Kansas and I-70, come visit us today!

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10 - Wanda's Place

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 60 ft
Campsite #10 is one of our premium RV sites, including electrical and water hookups. Nestled at the heart of our campground, the views are unbeatable! Easy river access, and a picnic table and firepit in the shade of huge, beautiful trees, makes this site unforgettable!
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20 - South Beach

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 45 ft
Site 20, South Beach, is a primitive campsite located at the bend of our river. This large site has a large sand beach, a swing, fire pit, and a picnic table in the shade of a magnificent 100+ year old cottonwood tree. We consider South Beach to be our best primitive site!
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50 - Tranquility View

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 45 ft
Campsite 50 is a great RV site, with electrical and water hookups. From this site, you get amazing views of most of the campground, and the cliffs that border our campground! This site has easy river access, swings to play on, and a picnic table and fire ring in the shade.
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40 - Limestone Echo

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 45 ft
If you are looking for amazing scenery, you can't beat Limestone Echo! Set at the base of our huge limestone cliffs, this primitive site has one of the best views on our ranch. With a picnic table, firepit, and close to toilets, you can't go wrong with this amazing site!
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42 - Cedar Grove

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 45 ft
Campsite 42, Cedar Grove, is a great choice for privacy and amazing viewsa! As the name indicates, this primitive site is nestled in a grove of cedar trees, has easy river access, and is near the toilet. You can't go wrong with the special site!
Campfires allowed
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45 - Custer Crossing

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 45 ft
Campsite 45, Custer Crossing, is a gem of a primitive campsite! Located at the very northern end of our campground, this site has easy river access with a large sand beach, plenty of shade trees, and is within easy walking distance to the toilet. Crossing the river gives hikers an easy trail up to the top of the limestone cliffs, and access to a historic battle field!
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43 - Battle View

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 45 ft
Campsite 43, Battle View, is a primitive site located at the northern end of our campground. The unbeatable views and easy river access make this site a wonderful choice! An easy hike will take campers to the top of the limestone cliffs, and a historic battle field site! Toilet access is near by.
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44 - North Beach

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 45 ft
Campsite 44, North Beach, is at the northern end of our campground. Beautiful scenery is a plus with this primitive site, along with easy river access and a sandy beach, and a short distance from the toilet. Crossing the river gives hikers an easy climb to the top of the limestone cliffs, and access to a historic battle site!
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30 - Raccoon Run

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 45 ft
Site 30, Raccoon Run, is a lovely primitive site nestled in a grove of trees. This site has easy river access with a sand beach, fire pit, and picnic table. Lots of privacy at this site!
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32 - Twisted Sisters

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 45 ft
Campsite 32 is a primitive site, set among 3 large, twisted cottonwood trees. This site is within walking distance of the toilet, has a picnic table and firepit, and has plenty of room to spread out! River access is down a small bank.
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22 - Lucky Lady

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 45 ft
Campsite 22, Lucky Lady, is a sweet little primitive site nestled in the trees. This site has easy river access, a picnic table and firepit, and a lovely view of the campground.
Campfires allowed
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No electrical hookup
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12 - Cynthia's Hollow

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 45 ft
New site for the spring of 2025! Campsite #12 is one of our premium RV sites, including electrical and water hookups. Nestled at the heart of our campground, the views are unbeatable! Right on the river next to our event deck, this site has a picnic table and firepit in the shade of huge, beautiful trees.
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51- River View

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 45 ft
Campsite 51 is a great, open RV site, with electrical and water hookups. From this site, you get amazing views of most of the campground, and the cliffs that border it! This site has easy river access, swings to play on, and a picnic table and fire ring in the shade.
Campfires allowed
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Pets allowed
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11 - Rylie's Retreat

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 40 ft
Brand new site (spring 2025)! Campsite #11 is one of our premium RV sites, including electrical and water hookups. Nestled at the heart of our campground, the views are unbeatable! Easy river access, and a picnic table and firepit in the shade of huge, beautiful trees, makes this site unforgettable!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
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Pets allowed
Electrical hookup
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52 - Eagle View

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 45 ft
Campsite 52 is a great, open RV site, with electrical and water hookups. From this site, you get amazing views of most of the campground, and the cliffs that border it! This site has easy river access, swings to play on, and a picnic table and fire ring in the shade.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Electrical hookup
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Kansas Sunflower Tent

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Canvas tent · Sleeps 4 · 1 bedroom · 1 bed
Don't want to deal with the hassle of setting up a tent? Come stay at our Kansas Sunflower Tent! With everything you need for a relaxing visit, our 10x12 canvas tent has a queen mattress with bedding, 2 chairs, and a soft rug to make your stay a pleasant experience. Located close to the toilet, this campsite has a picnic table and firepit, along with a mowed trail that leads to the river and an amazing view from the bed. You'll look forward to waking up to that view!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
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Pets allowed
Showers
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Country Romance Tent

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Bell tent · Sleeps 4 · 1 bedroom · 1 bed · 1 toilet
Looking for a romantic getaway that won't break the bank? Our Country Romance tent is for you! Decorated in soft lavender and purple, this canvas bell tent has a queen size mattress and bedding, two chairs, and a soft rug. This site includes a picnic table and firepit, and a mowed trail that leads to the river. Toilet and shower tent is nearby.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
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Pets allowed
Showers
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99% Recommend2662 ratings · 1478 reviews
Recommends
· May 2026
Definitely a relaxing retreat!
Tent ·
12 - Cynthia's Hollow
Chad and Cynthia's ranch is beautiful and amazingly secluded. Campsites are well spaced with fire pits and picnic tables. We originally booked Cynthia's Hollow, but I messaged Chad a few days before we went to ask whether there were appropriate trees for our hammock straps, and he offered to switch us to Rylie's Retreat. I'm glad he did, because it was perfection! Shaded from direct sun the entire day, which kept us cool while we relaxed in the 95-degree temps (hotter than usual for May!). As we arrived and were pulling onto the property, three calves ran alongside us down the drive, having escaped their pen— what an adorable welcome! We splurged and got lots of the extras, which were well worth it: brats, burgers, potatoes, bread, jelly, and cinnamon rolls were all delicious! Highly recommend and I hope to stay again. 😊 Electric hookup has a standard 3-prong grounded outlet, which let us bring a fan and CPAP while mostly primitive/tent camping. Potable water at the site was super convenient! It was VERY hard and iron heavy though; it turned orange as it sat in our dispenser jug over a couple hours. The only thing I’ll do differently next time is bring a dispenser jug with a filter.
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Melissa K.
5 months on Hipcamp
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· May 2026
Tent ·
40 - Limestone Echo
What a gorgeous landscape. A peaceful and very ideal place to camp. 100% would recommend and stay here again!
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Austin H.
1 month on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2026
Loved it
Tent ·
43 - Battle View
This is a beautiful, well maintained campground with incredible scenery and wildlife. Thoroughly enjoyed my quick stay there.
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Faye K.
1 month on Hipcamp
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· May 2026
20 ft travel trailer ·
20 - South Beach
The campsite was quiet and peaceful with a great location.
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Michael J.
5 reviews
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· May 2026
Wonderful campsite!
Tent · Group trip ·
45 - Custer Crossing
We had a wonderful time at this site! The views were beautiful. We enjoyed taking a hike and playing in the river. Chad and Cynthia were super kind and helpful. I'd highly recommend a stay here!!
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Jamie M.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2026
Dill Pettijohn crew
36 ft travel trailer ·
50 - Tranquility View
We have loved this place every time we have been there! Beautiful views, plenty of privacy and excellent hosts! Would highly recommend to anyone!
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Whitney D.
2 reviews
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· May 2026
51 ft travel trailer · With kids ·
10 - Wanda's Place
The C2T Ranch was a wonderful camping experience. We were in an RV at Wanda's Place and met family who stayed in one of the glamping tents. We all really enjoyed ourselves. The campsites were spacious and peaceful. Our families enjoyed hiking, games and campfires, and, of course, the starry KS skies. All of the food offered by Cynthia was amazing, and Chad was always very friendly and helpful when we needed anything. We would love to come back.
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Chanda H.
5 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2026
Country Romance Tent
Chad and Cynthia are the greatest! C2t is a wonderful place to camp and we are already planning our next trip!
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Christy K.
3 reviews
Recommends
· May 2026
Site with amazing nature views
25 ft Class C ·
10 - Wanda's Place
This is a very impressive property of several square miles. The campsite was nicely situated near a river with privacy. The location is a bit remote with dirt roads but worth it! Electric supply was 50A and 20A 120V, no 30A just FYI.
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Doug H.
5 months on Hipcamp
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· May 2026
A Place of Quiet Bueaty
23 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
20 - South Beach
The campground is well maintained and is beautiful. Dusk at Chad and Cindy’s place is wonderful with the last of the varied birdsongs singing, the running of the water in the river, and the occasional lowing cow somewhere off in another pasture. It’s the way the place relaxes me after a long day of driving that make it special to me. This last stay there was even a rain at night that helped lull me to sleep. If there is no overcast, the night sky will make it hard to go to sleep. This place is magical.
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Pete.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2026
16 ft car · With pets ·
40 - Limestone Echo
This was my first Hipcamp experience and it couldn’t have been better! Beautiful scenery, so quiet and peaceful. Hosts were super responsive when I messaged for directions prior to arrival. If I come back this way, I will certainly be staying here again!
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Carly T.
2 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2026
Delightful stay
Kansas Sunflower Tent
I loved my stay at the Kansas Sunflower tent! Chad and Cynthia were very welcoming and set up a cozy home away from home. It was very blustery and stormy with lightening the single night i was there, so didn’t build a fire. But the bed was quite cozy and i hunkered down for a good night’s rest. Felt very safe and secure. Wish i could have stayed longer to explore the trails on the ranch. The ranch and Kansas hills are beautiful. If you are a meat eater, the burgers (from beef raised on the ranch) and brats (local food, too) were outstanding. Looking forward to trying the bread and jelly in the next day. I had to leave early next day so grabbed breakfast at Pheasant Run Pancake House, a great breakfast spot in Hays.
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Joyce Y.
5 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2026
Beautiful Landscape!
Tent · With pets ·
30 - Raccoon Run
We absolutely loved this campsite. Despite getting in late, the owners were incredibly kind and accommodating and the land is absolutely stunning. We woke to the peaceful sound of cows moving through a pasture and it was heavenly! Wish our roadtrip allowed us to stay longer and explore as much as this place deserves but so glad to have spent at least one night under the old cottonwood along the river! Thank you to the hosts!
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Amy E. B.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2026
Totally worth it!!
With pets ·
Country Romance Tent
Chad and Cynthia were responsive to messages and questions! There is a solar battery system in the bell tent that powers the lights and we used to charge our cell phones. The bed is really comfy! We just brought food, clothing, chairs, and basic cooking equipment. They brought us 5 gallons of drinking water in a cooler-type dispenser. We enjoyed the jelly we purchased as an add-on. The river had a lot of reeds in some parts and was more open in others. I bet it changes a lot throughout all the seasons. I saw 10 different wild flowers, turkey, deer, and dozens of kinds of birds. I've already booked my next visit.
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Ellie M.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2026
Tent ·
42 - Cedar Grove
I loved camping here, the amount of trees at this specific site added an element of privacy which I liked, and overall was very peaceful. I spoke with the hosts briefly and they were very nice! I’d love to come back here again in the future.
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Claire R.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2026
Tent ·
20 - South Beach
This campsite is one of the best in Kansas. The creek matched with the beautiful landscapes always provides an amazing time with family and friends. This is why we keep coming back here after year. I think this is our fourth year in a row of camping here. We absolutely love it and think everyone in this area should go! Chad and Cynthia are amazing hosts and have created a magical campground for everyone to enjoy!
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Luke L.
2 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2026
A Must Stop for Me
13 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
32 - Twisted Sisters
This is my favorite place to stay when driving across Kansas. Fifteen minutes off I70 to a peaceful campground with widely spaced sites. My favorite sites are the ones that are along the Salida River with an awesome sight of a towering limestone wall rising out of the ground several hundred feet high. Get there to see a sunset when the light turns the limestone wall golden in color. The host, Chad, is a wonderful host who will take excellent care of you. Best fire rings in the Hipcamp catalogue. ❤️
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Pete.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2026
Beautiful
25 ft Class C · With pets ·
50 - Tranquility View
What a beautiful place! Chad was very kind and made us feel welcomed while having all the privacy in the world. 10/10
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Jorge C.
9 reviews
Recommends
· April 2026
25 ft Class C ·
10 - Wanda's Place
Kind and responsive hosts. The property is beautiful and was a very peaceful place to stay (stayed 1 weeknight).
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Tanner H.
3 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2026
Tent · With pets ·
10 - Wanda's Place
Chad was the best and so helpful and communicative! When the racoons swiped our dog food the first night, he brought some of his pup's food to our campsite. Great hosts and beautiful property!
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Hilary C.
3 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2026
I will come again!
Tent ·
43 - Battle View
Owner's hospitality, site conditions, calm environment, m, much green , nice wind, awesome scenery.
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Toshiki I.
4 reviews
Recommends
· April 2026
25 ft toy hauler ·
20 - South Beach
Great views of wildlife and nature with plenty of space . Very quiet all day and night!
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Jeff O.
6 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2026
A secret gem!
Tent · With pets ·
42 - Cedar Grove
We loved staying here! Chad and Cynthia were very welcoming and explained everything well. The land is absolutely beautiful and we enjoyed hiking with our dog and playing in the river. Great place to watch the stars and some cute raccoons. Abby, their dog, is also an absolutely sweetheart and our dog had a blast running around with her.
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Yana G.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2026
Tent ·
40 - Limestone Echo
I can’t imagine a better place to stay in Kansas! Super responsive and accommodating hosts. Definitely saved this place for the future!
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Emily H.
6 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2026
Country Romance Tent
My husband and I spent an extended weekend at the county romance tent and had a wonderful time. The host Chad and Cynthia were kind and very accommodating. If you love to hike and explore on your own this is a wonderful place to do so! Also their dog Abigail was wonderful tour guide.
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Jessica J.
5 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2026
Wonderful Campsite! Gorgeous views!
16 ft car ·
42 - Cedar Grove
The host was so friendly and welcoming. He drove to and showed us the campsite and talked about the beautiful property. The campsite was absolutely beautiful by the water with trees for shade and beautiful rock formations. Felt like you were out west. Very quiet at night. Gorgeous sunset. The site has a picnic table and fire ring with firewood. Will definitely return!
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Nicole E.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2026
Beautiful, huge and quiet
Tent ·
20 - South Beach
The site is fantastic, really like the pictures. Secluded but not too far from a city. The property is huge. We were greeted by the owner, very nice and friendly. The dog stayed with us during the morning we stayed, proud to show us the property while we were walking. There is a small ceremony place. That was perfect.
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Isabelle M.
9 reviews
Recommends
· April 2026
14 ft rooftop tent ·
40 - Limestone Echo
Gorgeous land and property. River is refreshing and not very many bugs this time of year. Loved the short hike up on the cliffs.
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Bryce C.
3 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2026
19 ft travel trailer ·
12 - Cynthia's Hollow
This setting was serene and relaxing. Loved our hosts and our site. Get the burger and brat basket!!!
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Paul L.
3 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2026
Great camp site.
Tent · With pets ·
42 - Cedar Grove
Gorgeous, quiet and clean camp site with amazing views and hiking. We saw lots of deer, turkeys and other wild life. The camp host were extremely nice and have a really good dog that my son played with. My family and I will definitely be returning.
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Josh C.
3 months on Hipcamp

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Plainville, Ellis, Kansas, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Chad And Cynthia T.

Joined in February 2020

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