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Camp site surrounded by state park

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· Marlborough, Middlesex, Massachusetts

1000 acres hosted by Colie O.

Spring Hill Farm is located in the middle of Callahan State Park, a half mile from the nearest neighbor, at the end of a dead-end gravel road through the park, but just 35 minutes from downtown Boston. The state park was created in the 1980s from land that was originally part of the farm. The farmhouse was built circa 1680. During the Revolutionary War, General Knox dragged the guns from Fort Ticonderoga past the farm on the old Bridle Path on the way to Boston. Those guns never fired a shot but just the site of them convinced the British to abandon Boston, giving the colonists their first win and a psychological boost. There are many abandoned cellar holes around the farm and throughout the park, evidence that this land was once more populated than it is now. As people moved west, they abandoned farming on this rocky New England landscape, leaving it to return to its natural setting which today Is a source of enjoyment to the many park visitors. There are over 30 state parks in Massachusetts with campgrounds, but none are located in metro west Boston. This campsite is a unique opportunity to experience camping in the middle of a state park, on private land, within a short drive from the Boston area. Learn more about this land: Tent site is located on Spring Hill Farm at the end of a half mile long gravel road a half mile from the nearest neighbor surrounded by thousands of acres of state forest and park lands, yet only about 35 minutes from Boston. The farm boards horses and offers garden plots to people from the local community. There are many miles of trails through the state park and forest lands. The park is popular for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, birdwatching, and exercising. Spring Hill Farm is uniquely located in the middle of the state park because the park was formed from land owned by the farm some decades ago. The O’Donnell family is active in land conservation.

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Kali B.recommends

April 3, 2022

Camp site in middle of state park

Idyllic Rural Camping

Camping at this location was incredibly easy and idyllic! A sweeping property set back in the forest right next to Callahan State Park and some other lovely hiking areas. I’d say this a great stay for a passer through, someone wanting to get away from the city for respite, or someone looking to just get out in nature with access to hiking as well as restaurants if staying a few days! Tent and car camping area is level and private - you can set up to face the rear field or the forest! The fire pit is GORGEOUS with a stone wall, seating and a picnic table. The outhouse is exactly what you’d expect as a primitive facility and met our needs easily! There are trails to explore off the property - so you don’t even need to leave to have a wonderful time. Colie was an EXCEPTIONAL host from first inquiry through our stay. I can’t wait to come back!!

Mel H.recommends

March 14, 2022

Camp site in middle of state park

It was the perfect place to car camp on my travels! Colie was very responsive, helpful and detailed about the location of his property(very helpful compared to some other Hipcamp hosts I’ve dealt with who were hard to reach or unreachable!) so all in all I had a good experience and would definitely recommend! 😊

Diana N.recommends

February 13, 2022

Camp site in middle of state park

A beautiful scenic campsite! It was very peaceful and quiet down a long road and Colie was very friendly and showed us where to park for the night. We’ll definitely be back in the spring, thanks again!

Toby O.recommends

November 28, 2021

Camp site in middle of state park

Wonderful spot. Campfire by the edge of a pond, view of beautiful woods and fields, sounds of horses in their barn.. what could be better! Great host, great location for a quick getaway outside of the city. Close to miles of woodsy hiking, and a short drive to town with lots of restaurant options if you don’t want to cook all your meals.

Location

Marlborough, Middlesex, Massachusetts, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Nipmuc, Massa-adchu-es-et (Massachusett), Pawtucket, and Agawam First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Colie O.Joined in November 2021

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