# Twin Oaks

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- **Location:** Columbia, New Jersey, United States
- **Price:** from $50.00/night
- **Rating:** 99% recommend (137 reviews)
- **Sites:** 1
- **Size:** 30 acres
- **Host:** Stephen B.

## Overview

This campsite provides a great location to use as a base for day hikes. The tent site is situated beneath a canopy of two large Red Oak trees. This property was formerly a farm and has since grown back to a pioneer Hardwood Forest. There are stone rows throughout the farm and some areas that have been cleared of invasive vegetation and planted with native grasses to enhance the deer population.

We suggest day hikes such as Catfish Fire Tower, Van Campen's Glen, and Buttermilk Falls. Here's a list of our recommendations for hiking, fishing, and just plain old exploring:

The Delaware Water Gap National Recreational Area (DWG) and nearby Walpack Fish and Wildlife Management Area in Layton have many hiking trails (See the National Park Service's website). Great areas for sightseeing, hiking, biking, fishing, hunting.

Buttermilk Falls, (trailhead on) Mountain Road in Layton. Hike to the top of the beautiful waterfalls near Walpack and take a 6.8 mile loop trail to Crater Lake.

Walpack Inn, National Park Service Rd 615, Layton. A beautiful restaurant with an entire back wall of windows with a view of the Kittatinny Valley. The Walpack is open on weekends for dinner only.

Appalachian Trail (AT). Check out the AMC Mohican Outdoor Center located along the trail in Blairstown. The AT runs through the DWG. \

Long Pine Pond amp; Crater Lake in Walpack. Both are spring fed and great for swimming and boating (clear water).

Van Campen's Glen, Old Mine Road, Hardwick. The 2.1 mile loop trail features several cascades and waterfalls, a narrow stone valley, and a lush hemlock ravine.

Catfish Fire Tower, Millbrook Road, Hardwick. A rocky 2.0 or longer 4.4 mile hike to the top of the ridge. Great views on NJ and PA.

Also check out "Hiking Our Preserves" on the Ridge and Valley Conservancy's website for information on 4 local hiking trails.

Delaware River- Great for swimming, boating, tubing, canoeing, fishing. Keep your eye out for Bald Eagles!

White Lake - 97 Stillwater Rd. Hardwick, NJ 07825.

The Paulinskill (Blairstown) and FlatBrook (Old Mine Road, Hardwick) rivers are local spots for trout fishing.

On Saturdays during the summer, you may want to try out the Blairstown Farmers Market on Stillwater Road. Hours 9:30 to 1:00 pm.

## Highlights

- **Best Hipcamps in New Jersey:** Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2026.
- **Best in New Jersey: Finalist:** Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.
- **Stephen is a Star Host:** Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.
- **All to yourself:** 99% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.

## Amenities

- **Amenities:** Pets, Potable water, Toilets, Campfires, Showers, Picnic table
- **Activities:** Hiking, Wildlife watching
- **Terrain:** Forest

## Sites

- **Twin Oaks** (tents, up to 4 guests, $50.00/night)

## Policies

- **Check-in:** 12:00 to 21:00
- **Check-out:** 12:00
- **Minimum nights:** 2
- **Cancellation:** Moderate (Full refund 3 days before check in time starts)
- **Pets:** allowed
- **Children:** allowed

**House rules:**

- There is a varied population of wildlife on the property.. This includes: Deer, Bear, Turkey, Bobcat, Coyote and Snakes. It is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED that at nighttime you store all food items inside your vehicle.
- Please be respectful of the natural surroundings. Trees, vegetation and soils should not be disturbed.
- We ask that what is brought in to the site is taken back out with you.
- Leave No Trace

## Recent reviews

> Loved our weekend here. The site is very nicely set up with a flat (stony) foliage-covered surface for a tent or two, comfy seating, and a fire pit (with firewood and kindling and a lighter to get you started). The pit toilet is open to the elements which helps with the smell and felt bracingly natural. The site it out of view of anyone else, you could be the only people left on earth. We didn't venture off site much, but we had everything we needed on-site. Would love to be back one day.
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> - Daniel R., October 25, 2026

> The hosts were so lovely! We had such great weather, and it really made for a peaceful weekend retreat. We were able to see some wildlife, too :)
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> - Julian B., October 4, 2026

> I had the most wonderful time at twin oaks! The site is perfect, nice elevated clear platform to pitch the tent, it would easily fit 2 tents. The large boulders set up around both the tent site and the fire pit are really ingenious. My favorite thing about the site was the fire pit. I was able to keep a fire going the entire time I was there, and one of the greatest things is that a full load of firewood was available as soon as I got there. And the tools for maintaining the fire were a really nice touch too! The surroundings are green and peaceful, and my pup and I really enjoyed just being a…
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> - Liz P., September 18, 2026

> Nice place secluded level camping area with fire pit Entry road is challenging for 2wd vehicles
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> - Gina M., September 3, 2026

> This was one of my favorite Hipcamps I’ve stayed at! The campsite is massive, very private, and peaceful. We loved the huge fire pit and firewood being provided was a huge plus! The hosts were very kind & explained to us how to get to the campsite since we arrived after dark. Definitely want to come back here in the future!
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> - Marlee H., August 16, 2026