1 / 24

Plant and Gather Forest Farm

100%

·

· Marshall, Madison, North Carolina

Hosted by Michelle D.

Our homestead is surrounded by 160 acres of cove hardwood forest that is blessed with massive rock outcroppings, lush creeks, flowing springs and a myriad of secluded niches to explore. The forest has a healthy, diverse herb layer and 4 distinct tree stands in various states of balance from historical logging practices, including large sections of virgin old growth hardwoods that were spared on the steep slopes. This enchanted realm is connected by miles of meandering paths leading to a high ridgetop trail with breathtaking panoramic views of the bordering Pisgah National Forest and Appalachian Trail. Rising 1100 feet from our homestead to the encircling ridge, the land's topography forms a self contained watershed basin that harvests an average of 190 million gallons of precipitation each year. These sacred waters cascade through the streams and recharge her springs on its path to the Laurel, French Broad, Tennessee and Mississippi rivers before feeding the Gulf of Mexico. The latitude and altitude of these ancient Southern Appalachian mountains support one of the most biologically diverse temperate regions on the planet. With its direct southern exposure, surrounding wildlands, abundance of water and variance of micro-climates, the Plant and Gather Forest Farm presents an ideal environment to study, observe and experience our region's rich biological diversity. We are developing a Living Classroom Guide with trail maps, forest species identification, self guided nature awareness hikes, earth-grounding practices and free range forest bathing.

Activities

Biking

Fishing

Hiking

Horseback riding

Natural features

Forest

River, stream, or creek

Swimming hole

Waterfall

Not currently accepting bookings

More camping spots nearby

100%

4 ratings · 2 reviews

Billy Y.recommends

July 2, 2019

Rustic Campsite #1

Thumbs up!!!

What an awesome experience!!! The campsite was perfect, very private and the surroundings beautiful!! Peter was awesome hauling up some firewood for us to burn! What a difference two nights completely disconnected from our daily grind makes! I def will return!!

Juliana S.recommends

May 16, 2018

Rustic Campsite #1

This lovely farm is more than just a few campsites - there's SO much beautiful land to explore. Upon arrival, you'll find welcoming hosts and a few new furry friends! Aside from the "rustic" campsites, Michelle has also set up two glamping tents, all stocked with bedding and sweet little details inside. There's a communal kitchen inside the historic cabin on their property, which is open to campers (if you choose to forgo your typical camp cookware for the day). Get a little lost on purpose in the wooded area of the farm, which is filled with blooming flora, rock perches and tiny cascading waterfalls. This secluded retreat is truly just that - a perfect place to relax!

Location

Marshall, Madison, North Carolina, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of ᏣᎳᎫᏪᏘᏱ Tsalaguwetiyi (Cherokee, East), S’atsoyaha (Yuchi), and Miccosukee First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Michelle D.Joined in December 2017

Things to do nearby

Plant and Gather Forest Farm

Safety at Hipcamp

Safety partners