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Brookside Meadows

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· Nerstrand, Rice, Minnesota

35 acres hosted by Mark B.

3 tent sites

Primitive camping

Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at some sites.

Mark is a Star Host

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Private sites

100% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.

Tired of the traffic? Can't stand all the continuous noise from the craziness of the cities? Do we have a place for you less than an hour away from the twin cities or Rochester! It is a 35 acres site with walking trails (3 miles). This property has a creek flowing through the property. It is the middle of nowhere. We are on a gravel road with very little traffic. We have 3 spots for tents and 1 for RV/campers. Each has a stone fire-ring & picnic table/wood table. We would love to have you out here. Restore & renew at what we consider to be our own retreat-like oasis. Pets are welcome and children will love playing by the brook and walking the trails. Check in after 3 (no entrance after sunset), Check Out at Noon Pack in Pack out- no littering please We are Rustic so no public restrooms/showers No smoking 2 vehicles max unless prior approval with management Pets OK- on leash in public areas/trails, off leash at campsite OK ***No entrance to grounds after sunset Onsite: Firewood available ($5 a bundle cash preferred or Venmo) Dennison (2 miles): Gas station & Fireside restaurant (check out their ribs, wings & waffle fries!) Nerstrand (2 miles): Gas station & Boots & Lu restaurant (breakfast on weekends) ***Nerstrand Big Woods Park! Walk to their waterfalls- Northfield (8 miles): Breweries, grocery, and antiquing Can't wait to meet you!

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8 ratings · 7 reviews

Jeremy R.recommends

March 14, 2024

Hilltop Overlook Tent site

Great spot! Very friendly and great communication.

Sebastian W.recommends

March 2, 2024

Hilltop Overlook Tent site

Beautiful view made cold, windy day wonderful. Quiet, peaceful and spacious. I plan on coming back many times.

Jon S.recommends

October 23, 2023

Hilltop Overlook Tent site

Booked Mark's Hilltop site at the last minute and he was very responsive in providing details to drive right up to the campsite through the app. He also provided a nice map to check out the meadow -- startled a couple white tail deer during my walk. Being on the hilltop, there were great sunset and sunrise views -- with the big sky above.

Thomas P.recommends

August 20, 2023

Hilltop Overlook Tent site

Stayed here for one night with a new camper. The hosts were very friendly and provided a map of the great trails that the hosts have maintained throughout the property. Great for our two large dogs. Peaceful, quiet and very well maintained. Nice fire pit and plenty of space for us to pull in with our Sequoia and small camper.

Bill H.recommends

July 15, 2023

Brookside Meadows Tent Site

Quiet glade amid rolling farmland

The site was shady and the ground, soft and freshly mowed - ideal for a tent. The spot feels sheltered, and there’s a tiny stream that runs nearby. If you want a view to the horizon, it’s a five minute walk to the top of the hill on the property, with lovely views in all directions. The owners keep a small network of paths mowed that wind through the property, some in shady groves of aspen and others through grassy fields. It’s great for short hikes or ambles with small children. The reception from the hosts was warm and helpful - clear communication. Note that the paths are also the ‘roads’ to the sites. Our Outback was fine, but cars with lower clearance should double-check with the hosts. We had a lovely two days there - would definitely go back. Recommended for a quiet country getaway.

Chad J.recommends

July 10, 2023

Hilltop Overlook Tent site

A very beautiful and relaxing spot! Mark and Wendy have created a wonderful spot on their land and provided me with a map of their property. Great manicured trails through the woods and meadowlands. The stars were amazing at night. Can’t wait to go back!

Location

Nerstrand, Rice, Minnesota, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Očhéthi Šakówiŋ, Wahpekute, and Wahpeton First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Mark B.Joined in July 2023

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