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Grins & Pickin's CampFarm

99%

· Marengo, Ohio

20 acres hosted by Christy H.

1 lodging site · 12 RV sites · 28 tent sites

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Best in Ohio: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.

Christy is a Star Host

Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.

Primitive sites

Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or water at some sites.

Grins & Pickin's CampFarm was created to share the outdoors with others. Growing food & flowers, camping & hiking is what we like to do. And we like sharing these activities with others. Our family oriented outdoor recreation facility is open on weekends only and offers primitive camping, PYO produce during the growing season, homesteading activities & nature-based programs. The peaceful 20-acre country farm has food gardens, a frog habitat pool, a barnyard for the chickens & ducks, a bluegill fishin' pond, a pollinator maze, a prairie garden, and an outdoor stage. After crossing a winding creek into 10 acres of woods, you may see deer, turkey, fox, coyote, mink, eagles & barred owls. In early spring, the peepers are peeping, wildflowers are abundant & the vernal pools welcome the wood frogs, salamanders and fairy shrimp. Summer brings on the bullfrogs, butterflies, dragonflies and fireflys. Fall is a great time to pull grapevine to make wreaths & to build stick forts in the woods. We cater to the tent camper so that we can hear frogs & owls instead of generators. But, there is an RV section up front for those with quiet generators with several feet of gravel under the grass to hold the weight of your camper. We charge by the carload & there are different rates for driving back toward the woods for camping depending on the number of wheels & the weight of your vehicle (a factor on the wear & tear on the land). We believe in going outside to play, growing & eating fresh food, strengthening family bonds and promoting the awareness of our natural resources. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: 1) The speed limit is 5 mph as soon as you enter the property (kids & dogs are quick to dart in front of you). 2) As a state registered campground, it is mandatory that you check in at the house to fill out a Registration Form before heading to your campsite. 3) No glass allowed anywhere on the property (we don't want our feet or paws cut open and can do without flat tires). 4) Children under 18 must be attended to at all times for their safety (the frog pool is 10' deep, the pond is 8-10' deep depending on rains, and the creek can turn into a churning river). Thank you!

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Marengo, Ohio, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Christy H.Joined in July 2017

Response rate: 100%

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431 ratings · 325 reviews

Kristian C.recommends

September 25, 2023

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Serenity at its finest!

This place was amazing! Christy was very friendly and welcoming can’t say enough good things. The maze was beautiful, sycamore grove was stunning. Nature trail through the woods amazing. The campsite was very peaceful and beautiful for stars. Great little get away!

Tara C.recommends

September 24, 2023

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Hidden Gem

This Hipcamp should be on everyone’s list. Christy is the most gracious host and has created a magical space. From the woods, to the maze, to the scavenger hunt the whole stay was wonderful. We left feeling refreshed and have already started checking our calendar for when we can go back.

Kristin S.recommends

September 20, 2023

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you’ll want to book here !

an absolutely beautiful, magical oasis if you like to really be one with nature! great spacious campgrounds, beautiful flowers, with huge woods in the back for hiking, bonfires, getting lost & hanging your hammock! the cleanest grounds ive ever seen. the only thing better than the grounds was the host! Christy is truly a wonderful person & really puts her heart into making the grounds as wonderful & peaceful as possible! 100% recommend!

Andrea S.recommends

September 18, 2023

Grins & Pickin's CampFarm - tents

Great camping

We absolutely loved camping here. We had a great spot against the woods with big trees for hammocks. The host asked if my kids wanted to hide some Halloween decor in a trail for the Halloween party. They were so excited and she showed us around the trails and some pretty awesome spots for hammocks in the woods! My kids loved looking at rocks in the creek and going on a nighttime hike. It was so peaceful and quiet. Nice host, great spot. We plan to come another time this fall.

Robyn E.recommends

September 17, 2023

Grins & Pickin's CampFarm - tents

Amazing camping experience

This place is beautiful! The host is so sweet and amazing. The whole experience here was awesome. If you want a nice place to camp, this is the place. 5/5 stars.