Hocking Hills Private RV Retreat
Hosted by Emily M.
RV/tent site
· 11 guests max
Nomadic camping
Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.
RV details
Caravans, Fifth wheels, Caravans, Camper Trailers, Motorhomes, Campervans, Motorhomes, and Campervans allowed
Vehicles under 13 meters allowed
Pull-in site
Accommodates slideouts
Surface type: loose-gravel
Surface levelness: flat
No Cars
Generators allowed
No electrical connection
No water connection
No sewage connection
No TV connection
What to expect
RV/tent site
11 guests max
Campfires allowed
Pets allowed
No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets
No potable water
No showers
Pack it out
Cooking equipment absent
Picnic table absent
No wifi
Laundry absent
Hot Tub absent
No playground
Things to know
Getting there
Check in: After 2:00 PM
Check out: Before 12:00 PM
On arrival: Meet with Host
Cancellation policy: Flexible
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 12 months out
Park at listing
Wheelchair access
Max 1 vehicle
2WD accessible
During your trip
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Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.
Reviews
95% Recommend19 ratings · 18 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
6 m Class C
We had a really good time at Emily’s spot. It was very relaxing and is placed in a beautiful area. Lots of things to do around the site if you drive around. Camping spot was nice and they also have a small trail.
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Jerod M.
3 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent
Easy to get to, and directions were clear. Really good location for hiking. Thank you Emily!
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Kevin M.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
6 m campervan
Eric and Emily communicated extremely well in advance of the trip. Their directions were exceptionally helpful. The property was a pleasure - very private.
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Roger And Carol C.
4 reviews
Recommends
· March 2025
3 m campervan
You want a back country experience? This is the spot for you - still has cell phone service to send texts / calls with limited internet. Beautiful homes and lots of nature to soak in. Will 100% be back for another stay!
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Titus R.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
5 m campervan · Group trip
Enjoyed our quiet campsite in this new and growing development area. Grateful the construction nearby stopped for the weekend.
Dee W.
10 reviews
Mixed feelings
· September 2024
Could be better
4 m toy hauler · With pets
Grass not cut, trail not useable. Overgrown grass and weeds. Owner has great communication but we booked for 2 days. Only stayed one. Not maintained. Did receive a 20 dollar credit. We wanted to love the place according to the pictures and reviews online.
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Christina L.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
Peace and quiet and Private.
6 m travel trailer
We loved it ,It was very private and quiet ground. It was a large area so we had plenty of room to park our travel trailer. We was inside the fence that lock.It's not far from hocking Hills . Emily was great, I message her when we got there and she replied quickly to all my questions. I highly recommend staying here.
Joyce D.
5 reviews
Recommends
· July 2024
6 m Class B
Quiet and mostly private site. A couple vehicles went by on the road, and once somebody was briefly at the property next to the site. Beautiful sunrise over the trees in the morning but also needed to position my van in the right spot to block the sun in the afternoon. Would stay again.
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Tim D.
11 months on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· July 2024
4 m travel trailer · With pets
I arrived in the Hocking Hills area late in the evening. Towing a small camper, I was reluctant to drive down an unmarked gravel road, potentially getting into a position I couldn't turn around from. Although directions gave a landmark, the sign for a cabin mentioned wasn't visible. The "township road" (no sign) might have been the gravel road I wasn't prepared to venture down. No Wifi available to message through the Hipcamp app. I'm disappointed to have missed out on 2 nights camping at a tranquil rural property, but found a different campground (KOA) the next morning.
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Kim C.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2024
5 m travel trailer · Group trip
The campsite was perfect! The hiking trails are a little steep but nice for a little workout. The nights are quiet and the stars are bright. Also everything you might need isn't too far. I will definitely recommend to my friends!
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Gene K.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2024
Peaceful
7 m travel trailer
Beautiful private area, if peace and quiet is your thing this provides plenty! Directions were precise, grateful for the pics of signage as that helped tremendously. Only suggestion would be to make the ‘hiking trail’ hike able, Too much overgrowth to hike. Will consider returning for the starry nights and peace!
Renee K.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2024
Private. Quiet. Still close.
5 m travel trailer
We loved this space. We put our little 18’ trailer on this pretty property for a couple Hocking Hills hiking days. 11 acres in a beautiful spot, perfect for having our Sr. Dog with us.
The spot is in sight of the county road that we took in, but we only saw a couple of cars the entire stay.
We never took full advantage of the property hiking trails, as we were up early and home late, focusing on the park trails. The little we did walk was beautiful, hilly, and takes you deep into wooded areas, rustic to the extent had we gone much further, the proper tick preventive attire would have been suggested. It’s a horrible year for them here in Michigan, too. Next trip back we’ll be better prepared.
We had a most wonderful evening just 5 minutes away, at La Petit Chevalier winery. A lovely back porch, overlooking fields of grapes, and grazing sheep, my bride and I grabbed one of the many games scattered about the winery, a couple of flights, and spent a couple hours resting sore legs, sipping wine, eating charcuterie, and laughing and having fun like it was our first date, nearly 40 years ago.
The nicest part about this spot is its location. No matter where you stay in Hocking Hills, there is driving involved. None of the most popular sites are any more than a half hour away, and many, only minutes.
Emily was always quick with her communication, and our instructions to find the place were clear and concise. We’d love to stay here again.
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Jack H.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2024
5 m pop-up camper · With pets
This was a great spot for us. It is on top of a hill so it is great for star gazing, we got to see the Auroras!! It does get windy so don't forget the tie downs for the awnings. The trails are steep but it is nice to be able to walk the whole property, just don't for get the tick spray. Thanks Emily!!
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Kim L.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2024
3 m campervan
Great location close to Hocking Hills State Park. Really enjoyed the quiet private location and the hiking trails. Saw an owl flying in the woods! Hosts were very easy to communicate with and provided great directions and helpful information before our stay.
Jen M.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2024
Excellent accomodating host!
7 m Class C
Emily was super easy to work with, gave excellent and clear directions to the property in advance, responsive to all questions. Due to weather we were forced to alter our reservation. Emily was very accomodating. Highly recommend! I chose Emily's camping space because we didnt want to have to chain up our dog after being on leash all day in the state parks and a place we could toss his ball for him so he could run a little too!
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Alexandra P.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2023
Great new site near Hocking Hills!
6 m travel trailer · Group trip
Great secluded location within easy driving distance of Hocking Hills trails.
The whole road is new development, and it's a large-grade gravel road that's not packed tightly and has some serious grades - BE WARNED. So in the listing there's an offhand mention, but then when the host sends the PDF with details, it includes a better warning:
"We also highly recommend 4 wheel or all wheel drive especially in the winter. There are a lot of super hilly roads, roads that are not well maintained or plowed regularly, and many gravel roads so be prepared for this."
I will say that my 2WD truck was able to get our trailer to the site, but it definitely required some use of speed/momentum, and there was quite a bit of slipping and sliding on the loose gravel. The 2WD car we had didn't have any problem at all and was able to go nice and slow, but just be aware if you're towing.
The camping site itself has some gravel as well to make some solid ground, and that was a huge savior since we went on a very rainy weekend, but had no issues with traction thanks to the gravel.
Overall, this is a nice site, and will likely only get better. For example, other sites on the road have power, and a little more leveling will make it great. The fire ring was nice, and so is the on-site trail for a nice leisurely hike.
David P.
5 reviews
Recommends
· September 2023
3 m pop-up camper · With pets
We loved camping at Emily’s place. It was so peaceful and quiet. Plenty of shade and nice trails
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Laura F.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2023
Tent Camping
6 m pop-up camper · With kids
This was our very first family camping trip in a tent. The location was great and close to Hocking Hills. It was secluded and quiet. Emily was very responsive and helpful from the start. Since this was a brand new site, she made sure that I was aware of the fact that there was no trash service set up yet or any toilets or fire pit. Emily and her husband ended up adding a fire pit in before we arrived, which was so amazing because we definitely wanted to roast s'mores with the kiddos. Our boys, 3 & 5, had an amazing time and loved the open space. I am glad we brought a tarp, because for tent camping it was definitely needed due to the weeds and rocks/gravel. Thanks Emily!!
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Jenny B.
2 reviews
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