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Babbling Brook Campground

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 · Moravian Falls, Wilkes, North Carolina
10 acres hosted by Elizabeth R.
2 lodging sites · 2 tent sites
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Before the Kerr Scott Reservoir was built, in the 40's and 50's, this neighborhood was a local swimming hole and vacation area. Public buses came from neighboring communities so people could boat, swim, camp, and picnic. While we don't have access to the pond, our part of this land still is calling out to people, 'Come, rest, unload your burdens, and find peace.' When we started this project with Hipcamp, we didn't fully realize that we were reconnecting with the history on this property. So, come, take your shoes off, and wade in the creek. Read a book while laying in a hammock. Sit by the fire and chat with family and friends. Come and participate in our little homesteading project, and leave your burdens behind. LOCAL ACTIVITIES: To the west is the Blue Ridge Parkway, which is 30 minutes away. 15 minutes away is Kerr Scott Dam where you can rent kayaks, pontoon boats, as well as other sporting equipment. Fish, go mountain biking on the extensive trails, and hiking. Prayer Mountain is right up the road, about 2 miles away. Heading east, you can find several fine wineries andvineyards that you can visit. There is also a moonshine distillery in town. About a half hour away is an Amish community that has several businesses open to the public, including the Shiloh Bakery and General Store. They are closed on Sunday and Monday. To the northeast, about 45 minutes away, is Stone Mountain. Absolutely fantastic hiking, it is also an old homestead that has been renovated and is open to the public. To the south, there is Rocky Face Park, where there is hiking and rock climbing. Nearby, is Emerald Hollow Mine, where you can go and find, and keep, precious stones you find in the nearby river. There is also a great disk course course, Highland Hills Disc Golf Course, one of the top 25 in the country. There is fun for all ages. Merlefest, the last weekend of April, is a world class Bluegrass festival, is located right in our town. Be sure to look at the activities section below for additional information.
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Happy Hillside Tent & Hammock Camp

97% (55)
Tent site · Sleeps 6
"Great for casual, first time campers." ~ Holli Sit under a canopy of trees on the 12x16 deck which overlooks the creek and wetlands below. Listen to the water flow by and the frogs chirp as the night rolls in. This unique and primitive site includes many essential items and amenities in the dry kitchen. This includes a Coleman Stove, a grill for the fire ring, cookware, eating utensils, as well as other odds and ends. You barely need to pack a thing! Follow the path down the steep incline, where you will have access to the mountain stream. Pump the fresh, mountain spring water at the spring box and use it for drinking, washing, doing dishes, cooking. Even if you are an inexperienced camper, this is a great opportunity to develop a new skill without to having to spend a lot of money. Come and and see if camping is for you. Comfortable Camping. This campsite is set up with ease in mind. There is a private outhouse, kitchen amenities, several chairs, and a small picnic table. There are two sets of hammocks, the common ones, open to the sky, and the ones for camping (with a rainfly and mosquito netting). Let me know which you prefer. RULES FOR DOGS! We welcome dogs. Your dog must be friendly with people and other dogs. Please make sure your dogs are vaccinated, socialized, and quiet. We want keep our dog fees affordable. They may in contact with other campers dogs. Disclaimer: This property is on a steep embankment, with many steps, that can be slippery when wet. We do our best to make things safe. However, we are not responsible if you hurt yourself.
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Birds Nest Tent and Hammock Camping

100% (5)
Tent site · Sleeps 6
Camping-Lite. Great for first time campers, or seasoned campers who just want something a little bit less rustic. Come camping in Moravian Falls. Take a 5 minutes walk down the steep hillside to our 20 x 20 camping deck. This site is embraced by a wooded hillside and bordered by a mountain valley where horses graze and a stream runs. This is our most private site. You can set up your tent under 10x20 open shelter. On the other side of the deck, there is a picnic table, Coleman Stove, and a variety of amenities. We have also included camping hammocks on the deck if you wish to use those instead of bringing your own tent. Walk down the stairs of the deck and sit by the campfire, grill your food on the grate, or cook some dinner on the rocket stove. Wander down the path to the common area and wade in the creek up to the waterfall. Or have a campfire at the water's edge. Hang out in a hammock. There is also a small play ground for children. You can also hand pump fresh mountain spring water for drinking, cooking, and washing. Ask about coming up and visiting our farm. The goats always like to be pet.
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Babbling Brook Treehouse

98% (196)
Treehouse · Sleeps 6
Get away from everyday life, and experience homestead living in a primitive cabin with no electricity and no running water. Listen to the creek, the tree frogs singing their night time song, and the birds waking the dawn. This mountain hollow is a great place for rest, play, and unplugging from everyday life. The cabin is bordered by a creek and surrounded by mature trees, hills, and a wetland. There is a double bed and a queen size bed. Bring tents for a larger group. There is plenty of room on the deck and down below next to the creek. Walk down the steep hillside to the 12x12 insulated, rustic cabin. The cabin has been extended with a large, partially covered, deck. The Tree House hangs off of a rock ledge. Whether rain or shine, this location is peaceful, private, and serene. Large trees dapple the acre sized, private site.  Wade into the shallow stream, get your feet wet and walk up to the waterfall, sit on the deck,  hang in a hammock and, rest near the fire pit. The interior of the cabin is small, simple. There is a very small dry kitchen, with is well supplied. The loft has a queen sized bed. The main floor has a futon that opens into a double bed. If you are party larger than 4 people, you are free to put up a tent on the deck or below, next to the creek. There is plenty of room to set up a tents if you have a larger family, or small group. We can discuss if your group is a good fit for this site. The kitchen has cabinets for some storage and a place for food preparation. To make your stay easier, we have many amenities, food items, as well as cooking  equipment. On the deck there is Coleman camping stove and a gas grill available for your use. Any questions, please ask.
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Cozy Cottage Farm Stay

100% (17)
Tiny home · Sleeps 2
"Glamping-ish" Come and visit our mini farm for a few days. Hug a mini donkey. Pet the goats.  If you want to know more about having a small farmstead, we'd love to answer your questions, if we are able. This 16x10 cottage is on our farm, attached to the barn, and near to our home. It is private. The tiny house has electricity, WiFi, small appliances, (fridge, microwave, hot place, toaster oven, coffee pot, etc) , heat and A/C. There is a comfy double bed, sitting area, and wood stove. The composting toilet is outside the front door. There is also a traditional outhouse a few steps away. Outside, there is a sink, with cold, running, well water. If you want to take a shower, you may use our house. Just ask and schedule a time. Drink your morning coffee and watch the livestock graze, and the chickens scratch right outside your front door.  Did you know that a donkey's bray sounds more like a donkey opera? The cottage site is fenced in to keep the livestock out, if that is your wish. We will instruct you on livestock protocol. While our animals are gentle, they are livestock, stronger, and bigger than you, and can cause injury. We are not responsible for that. Beyond the farm site, you will also have access to the creek, about a 5 minute walk down the hill. There is a common area where our campers are free to gather, sitting by the creek, have a campfire, or just relax and reading a book. No dogs please. My dogs do not like strange dogs and can be unfriendly. Please consider our other sites as well. They will be listed to the right of this site on your computer screen. Dogs are allowed down at the sites down at the camp, The Babbling Brook Treehouse , Happy Hillside Hammock Camping, and the Bird's Nest. All sites are unique and are within walking distance of each other.
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99% Recommend367 ratings · 291 reviews
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· June 2025
Idyllic Camping
Tent ·
Happy Hillside Tent & Hammock Camp
Camping here was great! The Hillside site had more than I normally look for in a camp site, including an awesome cooking/prep area, a lovely platform for my tent, and so many included supplies that I was able to dramatically cut what I normally pack. The creekside area is gorgeous. I'm ready to come back with a group of friends!
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Jason L.
1 review
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· June 2025
Babbling Brook Treehouse
This little piece of unplugged heaven was perfect for our getaway. Super fun to explore the area and easy to find. The hosts were great and very welcoming. We’d love to go back.
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Eric B.
2 months on Hipcamp
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· June 2025
Tent ·
Birds Nest Tent and Hammock Camping
Amazing experience! Elizabeth is a great host. The site has everything you need. The dogs are such an added bonus. My son and husband love it and will be back!
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Dee Dee M.
2 reviews
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· May 2025
Group trip ·
Babbling Brook Treehouse
Elizabeth and Mark were wonderful hosts. It was such a treat getting to tour their farm and meet the friendliest donkeys, goats, and dogs. They loved the attention, it was so cute. We were even gifted some fresh laid eggs that we had for breakfast the next morning. The treehouse is fully stocked, with a grill, camp stove, pots, pans, dishes, COFFEE, and everything! Elizabeth is also super attentive, quick to respond on the app, and, I can't help but tell this story... We had to call them on our first night to rescue us from a very intimidating spider! We were nervous to ask for help, thinking they might act like we were wimps for not being able to deal with it on our own, but Mark came down decked out in what looked like a beekeeper suit with poison spray, and Elizabeth had her pellet gun ready for battle! It was hilarious and incredible, and we are forever grateful for their bravery and how seriously they took the situation! We would definitely stay here again. Advice for future campers: Bring good lanterns and headlamps and leave your kitchen items at home!
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Lindsey W.
2 reviews
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· May 2025
Kind Hosts & a Peaceful Retreat!
Tent ·
Happy Hillside Tent & Hammock Camp
Such a lovely experience! My friend and I had a wonderful stay at Happy Hillside. Elizabeth and Mark were warm, welcoming, and went above and beyond to make us comfortable. Elizabeth was communicative from start to finish. The site was incredibly well-stocked. We loved the thoughtful touches like flowers, games, a creekside hangout area, and a rock painting set. The composting toilet was the best we’ve used, with daily cleanings and no odor. The optional farm experience was also fun! We loved meeting the animals and we got to cook our fresh eggs for breakfast the following day. Some heads-ups: the terrain includes stairs/levels, so consider that if you have knee issues. On two nights, we heard barking from a neighbor’s dog (they raise dogs), but it may not be a permanent situation. Light sleepers may want earplugs and/or a sound app. I had to use both but my friend went without either and slept great. Elizabeth’s three sweet dogs visited often, which we loved. The new sleeping hammocks were comfy and fun to try out. Peaceful yet close to town. We highly recommend!
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Alex B.
3 years on Hipcamp
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· May 2025
Cozy Cottage Farm Stay
Elizabeth & Mark are wonderful host. The room feels like a cozy cabin & is stocked with everything you need. I enjoyed my farm fresh eggs each morning on the front porch while watching the animals go about their daily routine. If your into mountain biking, the trails of Kerr/Scott are only 15 minutes away.
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K P.
2 reviews
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· May 2025
Tent ·
Birds Nest Tent and Hammock Camping
Very cute campsite! It was fairly secluded and near the stream. The walk from parking to site is steep and quite a few steps. However, there are a lot of necessities at the site so you don’t need to carry much down. Pots, pans, utensils and plates, Coleman stove, gas grill, propane included. Water dispenser for collecting water from the fresh water source. Even some consumables. The location is convenient to several parks. We went hiking and fishing during our trip. We also visited Stardust cellars, Holeman Distillery and the Wilkes Heritage Museum, all well worth a visit!
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Barb G.
1 month on Hipcamp
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· May 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Birds Nest Tent and Hammock Camping
We had a great weekend staying at the newly-constructed Birds' Nest Tent and Hammock site! It was well-equipped and just what we wanted for a weekend getaway, and Elizabeth and Mark were extremely helpful & hospitable. It was a nice bonus to go see their farm & animals at a time that was convenient for them also - it is their home, so we wanted to be respectful of their privacy and time. Pack light - it's a bit of a walk downhill to the site, and she has a lot of things you may need down there already! Water shoes for playing in the creek were well worth bringing along with a bundle of dry, larger firewood. It's a great site, would recommend.
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Richard P.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
Peaceful Stay
Tent ·
Birds Nest Tent and Hammock Camping
Our stay was amazing. Came in for just one night for a concert we have been looking forward to. Elizabeth was fantastic and communicated well. Her place was tucked off the beaten path but so perfect. A little bit of a hike I must say so pack accordingly :). Such a peaceful place for our little getaway. We will definitely stay here again.
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Leslie M.
2 months on Hipcamp
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· April 2025
Tent ·
Farm Stay Tent Site
The hosts were very friendly and accommodating. They went out of their way to make our stay happen and we really couldn’t have been happier. Thank you so much.
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Thomas P.
2 months on Hipcamp
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· April 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Birds Nest Tent and Hammock Camping
Great environment! I really enjoyed the homey feel to the camp ground. We got away for a weekend and it was an awesome Experience. If you love dogs, her dogs stayed with us for most the night! They are so sweet and not aggressive! Lots of things to do! I would highly recommend!
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Brooklyn M.
2 months on Hipcamp
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· April 2025
Great Experience with Two Children
With pets ·
Babbling Brook Treehouse
We had a lovely experience at the Babbling Brook Treehouse! We went with our two children, who loved playing hide-and-seek and walking across the slackline. We even met the animals and got a chance to milk a goat! Elizabeth is a GEM—such a kind and welcoming host. I expect that we will return again, and I would recommend it!
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Brittany M.
3 months on Hipcamp
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· March 2025
Memorable Adventure! :)
Tent ·
Happy Hillside Tent & Hammock Camp
My goodness, we found a gem! Elizabeth and Mark (and of course their doggo Seth who is on the welcoming committee!) were also gems - very kind, accommodating, sincere, and thoughtful! The sound of the brook was so lovely, the privacy was perfect, the setup was a perfect balance of woodsy and convenient, the price was so good, all of the solar lighting and cute signs everywhere were so inviting, and all of the amenities provided (chairs, hammocks, cookware, etc) made packing so much less stressful which is exactly what you want for a mini vacation! We really were just looking for a serene place to camp and this was exactly that. The location was perfect as we went there to mountain bike at Warrior Creek. My husband and I really enjoyed our stay here and highly recommend it! :)
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Sarah T.
3 months on Hipcamp
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· October 2024
Great camping in the woods by water
Tent · With pets ·
Happy Hillside Tent & Hammock Camp
A quiet and relaxing camp site with multiple areas to investigate and enjoy. The communications with Elizabeth were easy and fast and the additional directions to the site were very helpful and appreciated, especially in the dark of the night. The camp is very well stocked with all the basics you might need. Hammocks and chairs in the natural area and by the water were fun to lounge in. We enjoyed our time on the Happy Hillside very much! We will be back to sleep in the hammocks :)
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Claudia B.
2 reviews
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· October 2024
Tent ·
Happy Hillside Tent & Hammock Camp
We had a great trip. Elizabeth welcomed us when we arrived. She showed us around and even pointed out some medicinal plants. The campsite had a portable stove and composte toilet, which was a bonus. Elizabeth was ver accommodating and we enjoyed our little time relaxing.
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Karissa B.
9 months on Hipcamp
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· September 2024
With pets ·
Babbling Brook Treehouse
We weren’t able to go! The hurricane! Owners are working with us to get a refund.
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Andrew L.
9 months on Hipcamp
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· September 2024
Luxurious and Humble
Group trip ·
Babbling Brook Treehouse
I loved camping at Elizabeths place. It was a site that you could bring your family to and stay entertained for an entire weekend without leaving once. You can tell right away that she puts in a lot work and heart into making her property fun and welcoming for visitors.
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Isaac F.
3 reviews
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· July 2024
Camping with the wild things!
Tent ·
Happy Hillside Tent & Hammock Camp
Elizabeth was an amazing host! Warm greeting and she showed us the ropes of the site. The site was amazing! We had toiletry and water access. There was a lot to explore from the other sites to bonfires and trails.
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Tim L.
3 reviews
Recommends
· July 2024
Best kids first camping experience
Tent · With kids ·
Happy Hillside Tent & Hammock Camp
My kids and I loved this site. The amount of amenities that they have available far exceeded my expectations while it still feeling like a camping experience. The kids thought it was a magical place and we would highly recommend. Great location and amazing hosts!!
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Amanda T.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· June 2024
Relaxing and peaceful
Bird's Nest Over Peaceful Pastures
My husband and I stayed at The Nest Over Peaceful Pastures for the weekend and LOVED it!! Everything was set up and ready to go for us so we could just relax. Elizabeth met us to show us around and how to get fresh water, shower, etc. It was just the retreat we needed and can't wait to get back with our kids!!
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Gina C.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
Bird's Nest Over Peaceful Pastures
This place is amazing!!!! Beautiful quiet stay close enough to home, yet far enough out to get away. Elizabeth was amazing. She met us upon arrival, and gave us the grand tour. Great place to go and get away with plenty of the outdoor essentials already on site. The birds nest was a treat. Cozy and comfortable. THANKS AGAIN!!!!!
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J C.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
A beautiful getaway
Bird's Nest Over Peaceful Pastures
Our weekend at the Bird Nest was just what we needed. It was quiet and restful. We really enjoyed all of the creative details of the property. Everything we needed was there for us and the bed was so comfortable! Elizabeth kindly met us when we arrived and showed us around. We will definitely be back and highly recommend!! Thank you!!
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J C.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
Wonderful time!
Tent ·
Happy Hillside Tent & Hammock Camp
Great camp in a great location. First time camping for daughter, and we had a wonderful time. Elizabeth takes pride in her campground and it shows!
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David E.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2024
With kids ·
Babbling Brook Treehouse
Liz was such a wonderful host! Our cabin had everything we could have needed and more. She has thought of everything! My daughters and nieces loved playing in the stream and being outside. We will be back as soon as possible!
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Ambur N.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2024
Wonderful Stay
Tent · With pets ·
Happy Hillside Tent & Hammock Camp
This was our first time camping in NC and it could not have been more perfect. Even though it was a hot day it was several degrees cooler at the actual camp spot. There was a creek to cool off in as well. Our favorite part of the stay was seeing fireflies for the first time in our life! It was so magical! We absolutely want to come back in the future.
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Xarissa R.
6 reviews
Recommends
· June 2024
Tent · With kids ·
Happy Hillside Tent & Hammock Camp
We loved camping at Elizabeth’s place, she was the most caring and generous host we have ever encountered. We really enjoyed seeing the farm animals and the fresh eggs. We will definitely be back and suggest this place 100%
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Ashley B.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
Connecting with nature
Babbling Brook Treehouse
We loved our stay at the tree house! The land is gorgeous and the property surrounding the tree house was lush and magical. The stream entertained my daughter and I for hours as we looked for crayfish, frogs and salamanders. Rock painting, hammocks over the stream, and slack line were extras that made the trip memorable. Getting off the grid for a long weekend at in nature was exactly what we needed. I hope to come back next year!
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Kristin C.
3 reviews
Recommends
· June 2024
Wonderful fun in the woods
With pets ·
Babbling Brook Treehouse
Elizabeth and Mark are wonderful hosts! We really enjoyed the cabin- they provided plenty of linens, pillows, and the cabinets were stocked with spices and essentials that made life easier. The creek was lovely and our dog and kids had the time of their lives running around in the woods and water. Thanks again and we will definitely be back again.
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Samantha W.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2024
With kids ·
Cozy Cottage Farm Stay
We enjoyed the cottage. It was very well stocked and hand everything we needed for the night. The area by the creek was beautiful and well set up. The owners are helpful and kind. It was a wonderful place to stay.
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Tara C.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2024
Happy Hillside is VERY HAPPY!!!
Tent ·
Happy Hillside Tent & Hammock Camp
The beauty of the land was amazing! Perfectly situated close enough to town to run and do some shopping, but far enough away to feel like you're a million miles out. We were welcomed like family!! The short trek down to the site was hard on my knees, especially with the rain, but that's out of Elizabeth's control.
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Emily C.
1 year on Hipcamp

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Moravian Falls, Wilkes, North Carolina, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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