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Bear Pond

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· West Union, Adams, Ohio
3 acres hosted by John B.
1 RV/tent site
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Serene, Rolling Hills, Fresh air. Hiking Buzzards Roost, Canoe/Kayaking @ MoonDoggie LIVERee, visiting Family Traditions Animal Zoo, Miller’s Amish Furniture and Bakery, Shawnee National Forest, Adams State Lake, Serpent Mound, Tranquility Wild Life Shooting Range, or even just stargazing. Your away from everything but close to what ever you want. Bigfoot Country (Sasquatch Hunting is allowed, however like fishing, they are catch and release only😎) . Nice private spot accommodates Tent Camping, Car camping, or even if your taking an Overland Trip. Bear Pond will accommodate small RVs and Travel trailers. Nola's Cabin is a New availability as an Extra. Nola's Cabin is a Cozy small quiet cabin situated at the end of the gravel driveway under the trees. Overlooks the small valley down into the hill across the creek. Nice cozy place out of the elements. Water and Electric is available on site, with only Electric in Nolas Cabin. Nolas Cabin accommodates 4 people nicely. Twin (1) over full bunk (2) with Trundle (1). 6 inch Memory foam pads with liners are present on beds. Get a good nights rest while on your getaway, and still enjoy your outdoor cooking, fishing and star gazing. During inclement weather, a single serve K cup style coffee maker and Microwave are available to start your morning off. Bear Pond does have garbage bags upon request. But we ask you carry your refuse out with you due to the wildlife. Bear Pond is Furry Family Friendly. Just be mindful of possible wildlife if your Furry family members is off leash.Come unplug and welcome the beautiful foliage and Trees at Bear Pond.  You will find 2.5 + mostly wooded acres with a pond and a creek, surrounded by more woods, with multiple areas to pitch tents, or stay in your small camper. If you would like, Nola's cabin is available as an extra.  At the end of the graveled entrance driveway, you will find a 30-amp RV outlet as well as a general duplex 115v outlet.  The Driveway is gated and can be locked with the combination lock and chain that is provided to give you Privacy and Solitude.  Phone signal is relatively good, depending on service provider, Service can be spotty around the pond and down the hills towards the creek.  Bear Pond is a good place for privacy as it is only available for 1 booking at a time.  There will be no other campers outside your group.  Nola's Cabin has twin over full bunk with trundle. Nola's cabin is an out of the elements alternative for pitching a tent. Electric is available in Nola's Cabin as well as a small fridge/freezer, Portable AC/Heat, microwave and single serve k cup coffee maker. Wake up in Nola's Cabin, make your camp coffee and breath the morning fresh air as you watch the beautiful sunrise over the trees. your only 4.5 miles from anything you need, Gas, supermarket, auto store, food. If you prefer small Mom and Pop Diners, stop in and say Hi to Milburn and Margaret at Mikey's Family Restaurant, I don't think you will be disappointed.  Charcoal Grill is supplied in case you just want to bring charcoal and camp cook. Things to do:  Hiking Buzzards Roost, Canoe/Kayaking @ MoonDoggie LIVERee, visiting Miller’s Amish furniture and Bakery, Shawnee National Forest, Adams State Lake, Serpent Mound and the Sunshine store, just to mention a few things to do..  There is about a 1/4 mile perimeter that can be walked/Hiked.  It is not a necessarily an easy walk as you will be crossing the creek 3 times along with going up dirt hills.  This is not a finished trail as there are no bridges over the creek or necessarily beaten trails, you will be following the property markers.   So bring your walking stick and boots.    Your away from everything but close to what ever you want. Bigfoot Country ;) Fishing and Bigfoot Hunting allowed,  however they are both catch and release :)
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97% Recommend37 ratings · 35 reviews
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Kyle J.
3 reviews
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· April 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Nola’s Cabin and Bear Pond was excellent again. Great place to stay.
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Susan B.
8 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· December 2024
Bear Pond Christmas with BettySue
With pets ·
Betty Sue, and I loved staying @ Nola’s cabin, it’s the perfect place to stay out of the elements, it offers everything you need to have a peaceful, relaxing stay. The 🌲pine trees are absolutely beautiful. My next visit I will bring my paints and sit on the porch and paint 🎨 My 100 # Cane Corso dog BettySue though she was in seventh Heaven! We both enjoyed our stay at John’s, Bear Pond property and they were perfect host. Thank you! We be back ASAP✌️
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Clay W.
5 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· December 2024
Bear pond is a must visit!! It was so peaceful out there. The night sky is beautiful out and John has the shelter equipped with all you need. It was down to 10 degrees one night but I was perfectly warm in the shelter. Highly recommended!
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Travis P.
7 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2024
Hill Country Camping
This was a great property to stay at. I was there for 6 night with my dad and it was so nice having heat and AC both in the cabin. There is a water hook up that worked great with the portable shower I brought. John was great to communicate with the entire time I was there.
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Kristi B.
7 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2024
Great weekend spot
With pets ·
We had a great time camping here! The camp stove and picnic tables were really great, the tables were spread around the camp area for easy use. Nolas cabin was a lovely area for my kids to relax in with some protection from our chilly overnight temps! Extra add-on eggs and firewood made meal planning and campfires a breeze. Thank you for a lovely weekend!!
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Daniel S.
2 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
With pets ·
Bear pond is great. The gas stove and cabin are great additions since our last stay. Would always recommend to those considering a stay.
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West Union, Adams, Ohio, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of 𐓏𐒰𐓓𐒰𐓓𐒷 𐒼𐓂𐓊𐒻 𐓆𐒻𐒿𐒷 𐓀𐒰^𐓓𐒰^(Osage), Myaamia, Shawandasse Tula (Shawanwaki/Shawnee), Kaskaskia, Hopewell Culture, and Adena Culture First Nations according to
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