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Waterfall Sanctuary & Quiet Retreat

Hosted by Amy · Middleburgh, New York
4 sites · Tent, Lodging · 25 acres
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Not suitable for parties or loud groups. For generations, the majestic waterfall has been revered for its spectacular beauty. It’s considered a sacred site central to local land rematriation work with the Kanienkeha:ka. Coursing between two outcroppings in a deep ravine, the waterfall crashes down over mossy rock shelves into emerald swimming holes and through dramatic clay beds. It’s one of those extraordinarily beautiful spots on earth that make you feel like you are in another world. It's about a 10 minute hike to the waterfall where you can spend the day swimming, exploring the clay beds and looking for fossils in the 280 million year old gorge. In the evening, make a campfire and fall asleep under the stars listening to the river below. The hike is steep and appropriate footwear is required. All hiking is at your own risk. Although your path to the waterfall is private and the waterfall is on private property, there may be other guests or locals that access the waterfall further down the road. There is no glass or alcohol allowed at the falls. Be aware that you may hear your camping neighbors in the woods. For this reason, we ask that you don’t play amplified music and keep noise down after 10pm to enjoy the sounds of frogs, crickets, owls, and night songs of the countryside At the entrance to the campsites there is a barn community room with a charging station, cold water sink, fridge, coffee maker, cookware, and a port-a-potty. There are 5 gallon solar shower bags that you can use at your campsite. You are responsible for filling them and putting them in the sun to heat the water. This is a leave no trace site. Take all your trash with you when you leave. Bring your own biodegradable soap for dishes and toilet paper for the port-a-potty! Firewood is available onsite for $1 per log. The Schoharie Valley is said to be the most fertile valley east of the Mississippi. It is still wild, unspoiled country and there are many local farms stands with fresh produce and organic meat close by. Within a 5 miles radius is a general store, Scrumpy Ewe Cidery, Panther Creek Arts, Rooted Movement, the Sap Bush Country Store and Café, and Mustang Valley (a wild mustang sanctuary). Nearby hikes include Looking Glass Pond and Vroman's Nose, and others.
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Apple Grove Camp & Sacred Waterfall

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Tent site · Sleeps 2
Pitch your tent in an old apple grove just off a country road, behind a meadow filled with fireflies, wildflowers, fruit trees and wild medicines. Across the road, a 15-minute hike on a private trail leads you to Kahonrakén:ra, a majestic 120' sacred waterfall and hidden swimming cove. Spend the day exploring ancient clay beds and fossil-studded rocks in a 280-million-year-old gorge, then return to your site, make an fire and fall asleep under the stars. Your campsite features sunny and shaded areas, a picnic table, and a fire pit. It's completely private, with just one other site over 200 feet away accessed by a separate trail through the forest. You can park your vehicle in the meadow at the trailhead to your site and you will load in your gear via a short path approx. 10 yards. Another short trail takes you to the community barn across the road, where you’ll find port-a-potties, a cold water sink, refrigerator, charging station, coffee maker, and grills. Firewood is available onsite for $1 per log (cash or Venmo). Note; this campsite is just off a country road so expect some road noise. We have other campsites and cabins that are further in the forest if you prefer to book those. Please respect this LEAVE NO TRACE site—carry out what you bring in, and bring extra TP for the toilets (please do not bury any onsite). **Due to the rugged and wild nature of the land—including steep paths and water crossings—we recommend this campsite for guests who are comfortable navigating natural, unguarded terrain. It is not childproof or toddler-friendly. Nearby: local farm stands (including Barber's and Sap Bush Hollow Honor Store), Sap Bush Café (Saturdays), Wild Mustang Sanctuary, and hikes like Vroman’s Nose and Looking Glass Pond.
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Starlight Platform Sacred Waterfall

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Tent site · Sleeps 3
Pitch your tent on a 30' x 30' platform next to a meadow of wildflowers and purple thyme. With sweeping Eastern views of the mountains, the campsite is surrounded by apple and pear trees, medicinal plants, butterflies and fireflies. Across the road, a 15-minute hike leads you to Panther Falls, a majestic 120' sacred waterfall and hidden swimming cove. Spend the day exploring ancient clay beds and fossil-studded rocks in a 280-million-year-old gorge, then return to your site, make a fire and fall asleep under the stars. Your campsite features both sunny and shaded areas, a picnic table, a fire pit and a port-a-potty. It's completely private, with just one other site over 200 feet away accessed by a separate trail through the forest. You can pull your vehicle directly up to the site via a private gravel road for easy access. A nice walk or quick drive—takes you to the community barn across the road, where you’ll find additional port-a-potties, a cold water sink, refrigerator, charging station, coffee maker, and grills. Firewood is available onsite for $1 per log (cash or Venmo accepted) Please respect this LEAVE NO TRACE site—carry out what you bring in, and bring extra TP for the toilets (please do not bury any onsite). Due to the rugged and wild nature of the land—including steep paths and water crossings—we recommend this campsite for guests who are comfortable navigating natural, unguarded terrain. It is not childproof or toddler-friendly. Nearby: Local farm stands (including Barber's and Sap Bush Hollow Honor Store), Sap Bush Café (Saturdays), a Wild Mustang Sanctuary, and hikes like Vroman’s Nose and Looking Glass Pond.
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Wildflower Cabin & Sacred Waterfall

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Cabin · Sleeps 4
Nestled in an enchanted forest above a 120-foot sacred waterfall, the wildflower tiny cabin is an unforgettable off-grid escape. A 10-minute hike will take you down to the creek where you can spend the day swimming beneath the falls, exploring 380-million-year-old fossil beds, and wandering the clay gorge. At night, light a fire, listen to the river below, and fall asleep under the stars with the crickets and frogs singing all around you. 🦋✨🔥 The Space: The Wildflower Tiny Cabin has a queen bed, a single memory foam floor mattress. 3 pillows are provided ***You must bring your own sheets, pillowcases, towels, and blankets.*** There is a picnic table, fire pit, flat tenting area onsite for extra guests, one electrical outlet, and an electric heater. No plumbing or Wi-Fi. Solar shower bags are available to fill, heat in the sun, and hang in the private shower stall at your site. Shared Amenities at the Community Barn: port-a-potties, cold water sink, fridge, charging station, coffee maker, grills, plates and utensils. firewood for sale ($1/log – cash or Venmo), hammocks are available. Important Notes: this is a QUIET site — no parties or loud music. No amplified sound. Quiet hours after 10pm. While your site is private, you may hear others nearby. This is a LEAVE NO TRACE site —you must pack out all trash with you. The waterfall is a shared space — NO GLASS OR ALCOHOL AT THE FALLS. 🙏 **Nov 1 – Apr 1: no running water available onsite — bring your own drinking/washing water. **Due to the rugged and wild nature of the land—including steep paths and water crossings—we recommend this campsite for guests who are comfortable navigating natural, unguarded terrain. It is not childproof or toddler-friendly. Hiking is at your own risk. Come ready to unplug, reconnect, and experience the healing power of nature. 🌿
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Forest Cabin & Sacred Waterfall

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Cabin · Sleeps 4
Nestled in an enchanted hemlock forest, the Tiny Forest Cabin is an unforgettable escape above a 120-foot sacred waterfall inside a majestic slate-rock gorge. A 10-minute hike from your cabin brings you to Panther Creek, where you can spend the day swimming beneath the falls, exploring 380-million-year-old fossil beds, wandering the river and playing in the natural clay deposits. At night, light a fire, listen to the river below, and fall asleep under the stars. Heaven! 🦋 The Space: The Tiny Forest Cabin is insulated with hemp, comes with a queen bed, 2 single memory foam floor mattress stored under the bed and 3 pillows. ***Bring your own sheets, pillowcases, towels, and blankets*** The Tiny Forest Cabin is 10 x 14, has electric lights, several wall outlets, a work desk, double pane Anderson crank out windows, and a large deck, At the site there is also a picnic table, fire pit, and a large flat tenting area for extra camping guests, There is no plumbing or Wi-Fi. Solar shower bags are available T the community barn to fill, heat in the sun, and hang on a tree in the solar shower stall behind your cabin. Shared Amenities at the Community Barn: port-a-potties cold water sink fridge charging station coffee maker grills firewood for sale ($1/log – cash or Venmo), Important Notes: This is a QUIET site — no parties or loud music. No amplified sound. Quiet hours after 10pm. While your site is private, you may hear others nearby. This is a LEAVE NO TRACE site —you must pack out all trash with you. The waterfall is a shared space — NO GLASS OR ALCOHOL AT THE FALLS. 🙏 **Nov 1 – Apr 1: no running water available — bring your own drinking/washing water. **Due to the rugged and wild nature of the land—including steep paths and water crossings—we recommend this campsite for guests who are comfortable navigating natural, unguarded terrain. It is not childproof or toddler-friendly. Hiking is at your own risk. Come ready to unplug, reconnect, and experience the healing power of nature and the waterfall. 🌿 🦋🌿
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Middleburgh, Schoharie, New York, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Amy W.

Joined in May 2022

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