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The Crow’s Nest Forest Camp

Hosted by Sheila · Beaverton, Michigan
2 sites · Lodging · 20 acres
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This property was once part of an 80 acre farm. It has now grown into a mature forest with deer, turkey, squirrels, chipmunks, many types of songbirds and most recently a family of sandhill cranes. Our most recent improvement is an air conditioner in the Crow's Nest. Sheila grew up just across the road and spent many hours riding her horse and writing poetry on the property. No discharge of firearms is allowed on this property. As a retired artist, we love to entertain creative peaceful people and many think of our place as a quiet sanctuary that encourages creativity. We provide games, both outdoor and indoor, a screen house, hammock, nature trails and a new camp store with local items and snacks. There is an Amish community close by and a tour map is provided. We are also close to the largest canopy walk in the US at Whiting Forest and Dow Gardens. Only 25 minutes away. There is a small water park in the closest town with a beach. Locally there is tubing and canoeing at the Cedar River in Gladwin and kayaking at Pinconning Park on Saginaw Bay. Guests can explore many antique shops as well as Pinconna and Northwoods Outlet store. Many of our campers never leave the property but choose to relax and watch the life of the forest. We provide linens, towels, and cookware. There is a grill outside and a microwave and oven inside along with a coffee maker and mini fridge.
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Crow's Nest

98%
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Cabin · Sleeps 4
Located in the center of 20 acres of beautiful Michigan forest just a short walk from the Tittabawassee River. Queen sized bed and queen sized sofa sleeper with linens and bedding included.  Walking trail ,wildlife viewing, fire pit. Kayaks available. Twenty minutes from the Kawkawlin flooding wildlife preserve. Owners live in log home on property. 1/2 mile to nearest party store, sixteen miles from Lake Huron. Midland City Forest great for hiking and biking. Dow Gardens. Microwave, convection oven, small refrigerator, outside propane grill and screen house. Composting toilet. Propane heater. Carbon monoxide detector. Near miles of state forest trails. Musical instruments encouraged. .8 mile walking trail. There is a large screen house with vinyl sides that can be zipped down that up to four others could sleep. Cost is $10 per person additional. Firewood can be purchased on site or collected for free.
Campfires allowed
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No pets
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Camp Wiigwaas (wigwam)

100%
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Dome · Sleeps 2
Camp Wiigwass is a canvas wigwam sitting in the middle of 20 acres of pine and hardwood forest. The hosts, Sheila and Jeff live on the property in a log cabin with their two cats, Violet and Iris. The wigwam is furnished with two cots, two chairs, a small table and three LED lights. There is a deluxe pit toilet 25 feet away and a small fire pit. Two camp chairs are available and wood can be gathered or purchased from the hosts. We have recently added a shower house with a warm water shower. The wigwam has traditional Ojibwe themes and educational items. This is the second campsite on our property. The first, The Crows’ Nest is very popular. There is a .8 of a mile hiking trail on the property. We are centrally located near many lakes and rivers. Kayaks are available to use, but we do not transport at this time. Local activities include: fishing at the Tittabawassee River, Pinconning Park beach and hiking trail on Saginaw Bay, Amish driving tour, The Fruitful Orchard bakery and cidery, Dow Gardens in Midland and the longest canopy walk in the country. Midland City Forest is great for hiking and mountain biking. Most days deer and turkey can be seen foraging in the forest along with raccoons, fox and many songbirds. We love music and encourage you to bring your musical instruments. There is a hot water shower and a deluxe pit toilet.There is room for an extra tent or two as well. It’s $5 extra per person. It does have electricity and a screen house, propane stove and picnic table. When staying at camp Wiigwaas you can really become one with nature.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
Picnic table
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Reviews

99% Recommend148 ratings · 129 reviews
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· October 2025
Crow's Nest
The Crow's Nest is a relaxing and beautiful place to stay. This was our second visit. The cabin is simple yet had everything we needed. The hosts ensure that you get to experience everything - there is a private walking trail, fire material, an outdoor grill, and much more.
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Oliver H.
4 reviews
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· October 2025
Crow
Crow's Nest
The Crow’s Nest is such a cute and wonderful getaway from the rest of the world. Beautiful wooded property, a lovely walking trail, and a personal fire ring. I was delighted when I arrived and my partner and I were both saddened when it was time to leave. I highly recommend the location. I will absolutely be returning!!
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Captain A.
2 months on Hipcamp
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· October 2025
Crow's Nest
Sheila and Jeff were friendly hosts and quick to lend a helping hand. The land was beautiful and relaxing; the cabin, super cozy. I’m already looking forward to staying again!
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Brooke R.
3 months on Hipcamp
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· October 2025
Charming
Crow's Nest
Being nestled in the trees was a cherished respite for us on our Spirit Walk. Sheila and Jeff were on the property to welcome us on arrival which was really nice. Their sweet cat supervised as we settled in. We were visited by chipmunks, squirrels, crows, and deer during our stay. Nice rustic cabin with a warm shower, comfy bed, and composting toilet plus nice kitchen amenities, walking trails, and fire pit. Charming!
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Rae E.
3 months on Hipcamp
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· September 2025
Group trip ·
Crow's Nest
It was such a a beautiful place it had beautiful paths and lovely scenery. Sheila and Jeff are so nice I'm happy to have been able to come to there home. Me and my boyfriend had a wonderful time. It's the perfect spot to get away from the city. The next time I go I will definitely be staying longer.
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Gage N.
4 months on Hipcamp
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· September 2025
Crow's Nest
Beautiful peaceful, quiet, private surrounded by lots of nature. The hosts are very generous and welcoming; the cabin is clean, comfortable, and cozy. Love all the art on the trails and property. So lovely we never left the place the couple of days we were there, and definitely plan to go back!
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Beth S.
2 reviews
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· September 2025
Quiet Zen Cabin in the woods
Crow's Nest
Great hosts! Cabin was clean and had a lovely vibe! Really appreciate the provided grill and other amenities. Really enjoyed walking the trail and all the deer and other wildlife we saw. So nice to get away and recharge and ground ourselves!
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Jason A.
3 years on Hipcamp
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· August 2025
Crow's Nest
The Crows Nest is a beautiful cabin on land surrounded by forest and nature that offers lots of peace and quiet. The hosts Sheila and Jeff are very generous with their hospitality. There’s lovely art, comforts and coziness inside the cabin as well as on the surrounding land. We loved our 2 night stay and plan to come back. Thank you Sheila and Jeff!
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Beth S.
2 reviews
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· August 2025
Crow's Nest
Sheila was so inviting and kind ❤️ if I could leave 10 stars I definitely would! The crows nest immediately felt like home away from home and we hated to leave. Got to see lots of wildlife on the property which was such a cool bonus! We will definitely be returning in the near future!
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Macey B.
5 months on Hipcamp
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· August 2025
With kids ·
Crow's Nest
Sheila was an absolutely incredible host. The Crow's Nest had everything we needed to have a wonderful time in the great outdoors.
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Ilya K.
5 months on Hipcamp
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· August 2025
With kids ·
Crow's Nest
This was our 4th year up and had an amazing time, yet again! The place is perfect and is our home away from home! Shelia and Jeff are wonderful, loving, giving and caring hosts! We will be back again next year!
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Kerry G.
3 reviews
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· July 2025
Loved the Nest
With kids ·
Crow's Nest
Great boho cabin for a rustic weekend away. Sheila and Jeff are awesome. Very unique getaway, the kind of random and one of a kind venue you hope for on this site.
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John R.
2 years on Hipcamp
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· July 2025
Crow's Nest
One of the best places ive stayed. Very clean and friendly. Love the garden.
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Dante A.
5 months on Hipcamp
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· July 2025
Camp Wiigwaas (wigwam)
The site was in a beautiful forest. Very cosy inside the wigwam. The propane burner was a great amenity as it made making breakfast easy and fast. We will definitely go back
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Jill R.
5 reviews
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· July 2025
Fantastic experience!
With pets ·
Camp Wiigwaas (wigwam)
Due to some unexpected weather changes, my reservation was moved from the wigwam to The Crow’s Nest. I did get a chance to check out the wigwam site and it was absolutely fantastic and adorable. Everything was clean, well maintained, and exactly as described. The Crows Nest was absolutely a glamping experience for me. The cabin is fully kitted out with everything you need, I was able to just leave most of my camping gear in my car the whole weekend. The hosts are not only generous, but also kind and very helpful. They provide activities and maps for the local area and happy to make recommendations. The site is quiet and calm, plenty of wildlife for you to sit back and watch. The hiking trail on the property is well maintained and clearly marked, offering some fantastic views. Depending on weather, bring your bug spray, but the hosts also provided a fan in the wigwam which was unexpected and super helpful for bug control! There is a little neighborhood nearby and we had some fireworks noise right after Independence Day. This was much less intrusive than in the suburbs and did not go late into the night at all. Most people were on golf carts, so not much road noise, no kids or dog noises like at public campgrounds. You really get to feel like you’re alone in the forest when the turkey and deer pop by to check for crumbs around your fire pit.
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Billie S.
4 reviews
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· July 2025
Highly Recommend…
Camp Wiigwaas (wigwam)
My hosts were warm, inviting, and gracious. Being a solo traveler can be scary sometimes but they made me feel right at home. Inviting me to their bonfire as well as offering to let me borrow their kayak plus a drive up the River. I cannot say enough good things about them. The wigwam itself was a unique experience and was very temperature controlled with a fan and comfortable beds. Be sure to bring your own pillows. I will definitely be back and with friends next time!
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Maria M.
6 months on Hipcamp
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· May 2025
The Perfect Escape 💕
Crow's Nest
From the moment we pulled in the drive until we left for home…Crows Nest was a perfect escape! Sheila and Jeff have thought of everything to create an oasis for you to enjoy! The trail around the property was a perfect morning stroll. The cabin is clean and comfortable. No musty or earthy smells at all! They have TWO full binders of activities and suggestions. They are incredibly thoughtful hosts with an adorable camp store. We can’t wait to come back again!
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Maureen M.
5 reviews
Not recommend
· October 2024
Crow's Nest
The location was relatively easy to find, the lit pathway is unique, and there is a wagon to transport your belongings to the cabin. Upon my arrival, I noticed the home of the owner was much closer than I anticipated in the pictures. I was happy to see in the back of the unit they had a cozy fire area and had screened off the view to their home offering privacy. When I entered the unit I was struck with the intense smell of feces. I knew there was a composting toilet (Ive stayed at other locations with a composting toilet), and thought maybe there was a problem. I investigated and saw there was not a problem and thought maybe if I opened the window and aired the place out it would improve. I had made 3 trips with the wagon and was hoping I could just settle in and the smell would dissipate. As the night went on it became very apparent that I could not sleep in the bed which was in the same area as the composting toilet and the wall heater. I briefly used the gas wall heater for 10 min to take the chill off the place and decided to sleep on the couch with my own belongings and speak with the hosts the next day. Upon waking the next morning, my chest hurt, my throat was swollen, my eyes were swollen, I was nauseous, I had a terrible headache, and felt very dizzy upon standing. I knew I had to leave. I stepped outside to get some fresh air and while sitting outside for a bit felt less dizzy. I knew then something inside made me ill.
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Michelle E.
3 reviews
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· October 2024
Crow's Nest
It was a wonderful and peaceful overnight at The Crow's Nest and Sheila was an attentive and gracious host. Beautiful trails, deer and other wildlife in a private woods of 20 acres. Our cabin was comfortable, very cute, well stocked with necessities, and private. Had everything we needed. Highly recommend. 5 star!
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Joseph G.
6 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
Great vibes 👌
Crow's Nest
Amazing! Peaceful stay, thoughtful host and lovely setup in nature. 😀
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Kelsey P.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
Crow's Nest
The crows nest was the perfect weekend getaway. Great vibes and we would love to return.
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Alyssa S.
2 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
Deep rest in the woods
Crow's Nest
Tremendous care and kindness throughout the whole experience. Peace and ease!
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Keaten F.
5 reviews
Recommends
· August 2024
quiet and stress free
Group trip ·
Crow's Nest
well curated bohemian resort. calm and relaxing, with lovely hosts. bring mosquito spray & bbq items, and watch the deer feed.
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Mk N.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
Camp Wiigwaas (wigwam)
We absolutly will be back! What a great experience sleeping in a wigwam! I loved the touches Sheila made on this little piece of beautiful earth! The outhouse was the cutest. As soon as we got to camp, a group of deer ran away. We had 2 fawns approach our camp in the morning. We had to walk a bit to get back to the site, but she had a wagon available. As we were leaving, we meet the cat, violet as We talked a bit about life. Thank you so much for a little peace and quiet!
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Jesi D.
4 reviews
Recommends
· August 2024
Great bnb.
Crow's Nest
Loved the bnb. I would return. Great for family! Thanks so much!
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Dee B.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
With kids ·
Crow's Nest
AMAZING. OUTSTANDING. WONDEFUL. :) I will definitely will be returning. It is not only a wonderful property but a place of peace. Thank you. 100%!
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Casey I.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
Crow's Nest
We enjoyed our stay! Shiela was kind and easy to communicate with. A relaxed environment and bonfire after a day on the river made for an excellent evening, and walking the property’s woodland trail gave our morning a peaceful start. Thanks again 👌🏼
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Mark V.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2024
With kids ·
Crow's Nest
Our little family had a wonderful time here. Everything you could ever hope to need is already there. It was such a relaxing experience to just sit around the fire with my family and enjoy nature.
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Michael P.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2024
With kids ·
Crow's Nest
I absolutely love this place! The cabin is set back in a beautiful forrest and is perfect! Shelia has the cabin equip with everything you need; from activities, a microwave, to even lotion for your hands! The best part is the back yard! You have your own personal bug free tent to chill in, fire pit, picnic tables, a hammock and grill! They also have a cute “store” for souvenirs, books and food items to purchase. Shelia is the most kind, welcoming, pleasant person you would want in a host! My boys and I have been going here for the past 3 years. We always miss it when we leave!
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Kerry G.
3 reviews
Recommends
· July 2024
Camp Wiigwaas (wigwam)
Sheila and Jeff’s wigwam was beautiful! They take such care of their land and go the extra length to make sure you’re comfortable. I arrived after dark and really appreciated the lamp left on, and the running fan for extra comfort. The warm shower was such a lovely and welcomed thing after a long two days of travel. AND I was prepared for major bugs, but coming from Canada, the one or two mosquitos I saw felt like no problem! This is a gem of a place.
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Madeline H.
7 reviews

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Beaverton, Gladwin, Michigan, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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