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Bamboo Forest Campsite

Hosted by Nate · Eugene, Oregon
5 sites · Tent · 33 acres
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Welcome to a truly unique camping experience at Parker Learning Gardens, a nonprofit educational farm spanning 33 acres in the scenic Willamette Valley. Located just 10 miles north of Eugene, Oregon—nestled between the charming towns of Coburg and Harrisburg—our serene Bamboo Forest offers a magical retreat into nature. Tent Platforms, primitive sites Tucked within our 3+ acre Bamboo Forest, beneath the enchanting canopy of towering Linden Trees and bamboo. Enjoy access to a wood-fired earthen cob oven, an outdoor kitchen sink, and a covered cooking and dining area—perfect for preparing and sharing meals in the open air. Explore the Bamboo Forest: Immerse yourself in the lush beauty of our 35-year-old Bamboo Forest, home to over 40 varieties of bamboo. Wander through meandering trails that weave through this dense and peaceful woodland, offering a one-of-a-kind setting for relaxation, reflection, and exploration. Discover the Farm: Beyond the Bamboo Forest, our farm boasts over 500 fruit trees, friendly farm animals, and 12 demonstration gardens. From Spring through Fall, Parker Learning Gardens hosts seasonal educational programs, community workshops, and school field trips—all designed to connect people of all ages with nature. Our mission is to inspire and educate by demonstrating organic farming, ecological land stewardship, regenerative animal integration, and mindful environmental practices. If you're interested in a deeper experience, we may be able to arrange a private educational tour for an additional fee (subject to availability). Otherwise, enjoy full access to explore our Bamboo Forest and the majestic Linden Tree Grove—offering approximately 5 acres of serene natural beauty to wander, relax, and recharge. Nearby Adventures: Located just 5 miles from the I-5 exit in Coburg, our farm sits on the historic floodplain of the Willamette River. Swimming spots are just a short drive away, and within 30 minutes, you'll find incredible hiking trails, family-friendly activities, and vibrant community events (check the Eugene Weekly event calendar). Come experience the tranquility and wonder of the Bamboo Forest at Parker Learning Gardens—an unforgettable retreat where nature, learning, and relaxation come together!
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Basswood Bench Group Site

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Tent site · Sleeps 8
Basswood Bench Group Site – Closest to Amenities & Semi-Accessible Nestled under towering cottonwoods and lindens, this site is the closest to our composting toilet and shared kitchen, making it ideal for families with young kids, those using off-terrain mobility aids, or anyone who prefers easy access to amenities. Set at the edge of our 3-acre Bamboo Forest, the site includes: • Two 8’x8’ covered tent platforms (10–12” high, fits 7’x7’ tents) • Space next to each for medium/large ground tents • Fire pit with log and stump seating • Shared kitchen area with sink, picnic table & wood-fired cob oven (~25 ft away) • Flat, compact ground with light stick debris and no incline • Parking 10–15 ft from camp and toilet ♿ While not ADA-compliant, the composting toilet is accessible via direct pull-up access with a ~10” step and railings for self-transfer. 🚻 A non-handicap portable toilet is also available ½–¾ mile away along a flat but semi-loose gravel driveway, which may be difficult for some users. 🌿 Trails into the Bamboo Forest start at your site. Some are wide and off-road chair-friendly, but others narrow to single-person width. Trails are not a loop—explore as far as you’re comfortable. 🍕 Planning pizza? Get dough and toppings just 7 minutes away at the Coburg Mercantile. This peaceful, shady site balances nature with ease—perfect for adventurers, families, and anyone needing a little more comfort.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No showers
Picnic table
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Ancient Orchard - Primitive Site

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Tent site · Sleeps 4
Ancient Orchard at Parker Learning Gardens Cradled beneath a stand of old-growth apple trees and surrounded by swaying kinky yellow bamboo, Ancient Orchard offers a peaceful and primitive tent camping experience for solo travelers, couples, or small families seeking a private forest retreat. A short 50-yard walk from your designated parking spot leads you along a forest trail to this tucked-away site. Located along the main trail that continues to one other primitive campsite beyond, Ancient Orchard experiences only occasional low foot traffic nearby. The site fits one tent of most sizes, or two very small tents placed closely together. It’s also one of our only hammock-friendly sites, with strong, well-spaced trees perfect for relaxing off the ground. Teen volunteers from our educational programs help care for and maintain the space as part of their stewardship and land-based learning. Find out more at parkerlearninggardens.org. Nearby trails wind through bamboo groves, gardens, and open meadows—providing plenty of space to explore and find quiet away from other campers. With climbable trees and soft light filtering through the orchard canopy, this spot is a favorite for nature-loving families and those craving solitude. Campers also have access to a shared Community Space with a cold water sink, picnic table, and cob pizza oven. Grab pizza ingredients from the Coburg Mercantile, and pick up local firewood at the Raspberry Hut just south of town. All pizza tools are provided, and directions for using the oven are posted on site. Please share the oven with fellow campers—pizzas cook quickly, and the warmth is meant to be shared. Whether you’re hammocking solo, snuggled up with a partner, or making memories with your kids under the apple boughs, Ancient Orchard invites you to unwind in nature’s quiet embrace.
Short walk to site
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No showers
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The Knookery - Primitive Group Tent

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Tent site · Sleeps 8
The Knookery is a magical campsite tucked within our bamboo forest—an enchanting place that feels like being cradled in a Blue Heron’s nest, surrounded by the gentle rustle of leaves and the soothing sounds of the forest. Imagine yourself curled up in this serene sanctuary, with towering bamboo arching overhead like a protective nursery. The bamboo creates a lush green dome that offers dappled light and a calming sense of seclusion—perfect for those who love to feel wrapped in nature’s embrace. The Knookery offers: • Room for one giant tent-mahal up to 10’x15’ plus one 8’x8’ or smaller tent, or two medium-sized tents and one 8’x8’ or smaller tent. Ideal for friends or families wanting to nest together under the bamboo’s gentle sway. • A cozy fire pit area with witchy vibes, surrounded by bamboo, teasel, and wild cucumber vines. The perfect place to gather, tell stories, and watch the flicker of the flames. Views of the bamboo forest rise above your tent, creating an unforgettable canopy that shifts with the wind and the changing light. Keep your eyes to the sky—the Blue Heron fly over our farm daily, often searching for food in our wetland slough, adding to the wild wonder of this place. 🌿 Join Us for a Permaculture Farm Tour! 🌿 Want to deepen your connection to the land? We offer an optional 1-hour educational permaculture farm tour for our Hipcamp guests! Learn about our food forests, meet our friendly farm animals, and discover how we’re cultivating community resilience. 👉 Contact us ahead of your stay to check availability and schedule your tour. Come prepared to sleep like a forest dweller, cradled in a Knookery that’s as whimsical as it is grounding. The Knookery invites you to reconnect with nature and find your own quiet nesting place under the bamboo’s gentle sway.
Short walk to site
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No showers
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Cherry Row - Primitive Group Tent

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Tent site · Sleeps 8
Cherry Row at Parker Learning Gardens Tucked beneath two towering old-growth cherry trees in the heart of our bamboo forest, Cherry Row offers a serene and secluded tent camping experience. To reach your site, follow signs through a lush tunnel of timber bamboo along a short forest trail—about 50 yards from your private parking spot. The site can accommodate one large tent plus up to two smaller tents (7'x7' or smaller), each tent with it's own little nook in the bamboo within the site. Please note that there are no hammock-compatible trees in this area. Cherry Row is woven into the magic of Parker Learning Gardens, where nature, imagination, and skill-building meet. The site includes handcrafted privacy walls, built by our teen volunteers as part of a survival skills project—where they learned to construct in the wild while imagining life in a tropical jungle. Wander the many nearby trails that wind through bamboo groves—offering both beauty and guaranteed space from other campers. Cherry Row is a favorite for families, with a fun curved tree just outside the site perfect for climbing and exploring beneath the bamboo forest canopy. There is a Community Space with a cold water sink, picnic table, and cob pizza oven. The Coburg Mercentile has essential pizza making ingredients and the Raspberry Hut located on the South end of town is a great place to get a bundle of local firewood at a self serve station. All pizza making supplies are on site to use the oven. Directions on using the oven are on site. Please be willing to share oven with other campers, pizza will cook very quickly, share the heat and love. Whether you're here to rest, reconnect, or reflect under cherry boughs and bamboo canopies, Cherry Row offers the primitive peace you're seeking.
Short walk to site
No campfires
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No showers
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Robinia’s Rest - Primitive Group

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Tent site · Sleeps 6
🌿 Robinia’s Rest — A Hidden Grove Beneath the Locusts Welcome to Robinia’s Rest, named for the tall, mature black locust trees (Robinia pseudoacacia) that stand watch at the entrance to this secret corner of our bamboo forest. Their leafy canopy hovers over thick bamboo that shelters this tucked-away campsite, creating a lush, primitive feel like wandering through an old Asian jungle. From April to June, look (and sniff!) up — the black locust trees burst into fragrant white blooms that smell sweet and buzz with bees and pollinators high above your campsite, filling the air with life and the hum of spring. Closed October-March Robinia’s Rest has three unique tent spots, each tucked in its own nook: • One medium to large tent space (up to 10’x15’) for your roomy basecamp. • Two smaller tent spots (around 7’x7’ or smaller) for extra cozy tents tucked deeper into the bamboo. Wild cucumber vines drape from the bamboo, medium and small bamboo clumps provide natural wind blocks and privacy screens, and an old apple tree stands at the center of the site as a quiet living landmark. The rock fire ring catches morning sunshine — perfect for a warm cup of coffee as Mourning Doves coo. Expect a chorus of birdsong here: Song Sparrows, Swainson’s Thrushes, quail, and the occasional deer or quiet woodland critter in the brush. A folding camping table is handy to bring, and there are minimal stumps for seating. Robinia’s Rest is rustic, peaceful, and full of natural charm — a secluded forest nook for campers who love being cradled by birdsong, bamboo, and the gentle scent of locust blossoms overhead. 🌿 Add a Permaculture Farm Tour! While you’re here, you can join an optional 1-hour educational permaculture farm tour — meet our friendly farm animals, explore the food forests, and learn how we grow resilience together. Contact us before your stay to check availability!
4WD recommended
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No showers
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Reviews

94% Recommend100 ratings · 81 reviews
Not recommend
· September 2025
Sleeps 1 not 2
Barred Owl BirdHouse
It does not sleep 2. There’s just enough space for 1 adult and a baby on the top. Unless an adult is ready to sleep on the floor
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Dave S.
6 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2025
An apple a day.
Tent · With pets ·
Ancient Orchard - Primitive Site
Bring a rake, this cool forest has lots of apples strewn about, many well rotten. Restroom is pretty well kept.
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Les O.
3 reviews
Recommends
· August 2025
Surrounded by apple trees & bamboo
Tent · With pets ·
Ancient Orchard - Primitive Site
Surrounded by apple trees and bamboo. There were trails throughout the sites you could explore as well as a compost toilet and communal kitchen. It was very close to our destination and will be back again!
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Melissa O.
8 reviews
Recommends
· August 2025
Pizza!!!
Tent · With pets ·
Basswood Bench Group Site
Directions we're clear, the gate was easy to locate and access was smooth! We had a birthday party and everyone was able to make their own pizza in the earthenware stove! It was nice having easy access to creature comforts with the tent platforms, nearby composing toilet and running water. I love the canopy with the bamboo on one side and the linden trees along the other. My favorite part of this location is listening to the wind in the leaves 🍃 We'll definitely be back!
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Eva S.
9 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2025
Tent ·
Ancient Orchard - Primitive Site
We camped here for one night as part of a long road trip. The camp was so well maintained and organized and each campsite was unique and private. Would highly recommend
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Amy A.
3 reviews
Mixed feelings
· August 2025
Tent ·
Robinia’s Rest - Primitive Group
easy place to sleep while traveling through. the host was friendly.
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Lydia R.
7 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2025
Tent ·
Ancient Orchard - Primitive Site
Beautiful land! I would definitely stay here again, it was unique and a super cute place to stay for a night!
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Amy N.
3 reviews
Recommends
· August 2025
Apples falling alright
Tent ·
Ancient Orchard - Primitive Site
It was alright surprised it wasn’t more buggy. Stayed in apple orchard and had to get used to the sound of apples falling to the ground all night. Would recommend.
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Gary B.
2 years on Hipcamp
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· July 2025
Tent · With pets ·
The Knookery - Primitive Group Tent
Had a great time at The Knookery. Private place to camp, tons of birds and some bunnies. Loved the interpretive signs and learned a lot from them.
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Julie T.
3 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Tent ·
Robinia’s Rest - Primitive Group
This was a super cute little camp spot. Tucked away in the bamboo forest. The canopy that the bamboo trees created kept it shaded and cool.This is a hidden treasure for sure. There are also trails through the bamboo forest. If you step out of the forest in the evening, there is a picturesque sunset. I will definitely be using this campsite again.
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Jackie K.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2025
Tent ·
Ancient Orchard - Primitive Site
Nice and peaceful little camping spot. Highly recommend a tour of the education center. Jenna showed me all of their plants and animals and then we collected flowers and made smash dye. It was amazing!
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Abby W.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2025
Ancient Orchard Site
Tent ·
Ancient Orchard - Primitive Site
It was a beautiful bamboo forest! The pizza oven was a super awesome touch. She gave excellent directions. It was super easy to find the campsite. The apple tree was amazing. I don’t mind kicking the apples out of the way for my tent. But it is something to be aware of when camping there🥰
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Fiery C.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Tent · With kids ·
The Knookery - Primitive Group Tent
What a cute hidden gem! The trails through the bamboo to each site, then the little woven canopies for tent set up are so neat. We had a small group of teenage girls for a one night camp out. We made pizza and smores in the cob oven which was super cool. Definitely recommend :)
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John S.
5 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2025
Cutest Bamboo world 🌎 💗🕷️🎍
Tent ·
Cherry Row - Primitive Group Tent
Cutest campsite! Loved everything about this place, host was really nice! Highly recommend💗
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Mckenna K.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Tent ·
The Knookery - Primitive Group Tent
Peaceful site for a quick overnight while driving south on a road trip!
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Sara D.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Would stay here again!
Tent ·
Ancient Orchard - Primitive Site
It was a very interesting spot to camp! Maybe not great if you're an arachnophobe but I'm one of those and I survived. There is only one composting toilet though, it would be nice to have a second one but we were able to use it without issue, maybe bring your own toilet paper just in case though. It was a hot weekend when we stayed but being in the bamboo forest really helped with the heat, it probably stayed 10 degrees cooler at our site because of all the cover. Canopy not needed at this spot. There was a hammock spot and potentially two if we had cleared away some debris. The bamboo really did amplify the bird and critter noises but we played rain sounds at night to drown that out. I have xfinity mobile and I had reception here. It was really nice to have access to running water. And the trails were really nice to walk.
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Cynthia A.
5 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Amazing!
Tent · With kids ·
Cherry Row - Primitive Group Tent
Our stay was great!! We did the animal tour which was the highlight of our weekend so I would highly recommend that especially if you have young kids! Do make sure to being bug spray!!!
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Manuel A.
8 months on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· July 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
The Knookery - Primitive Group Tent
I liked that The Knookery was a nice private campsite back in the bamboo. It was a peaceful place to set up camp. I think the only improvements would be: picnic table, water at site, and an additional composting toilet nearby. Also, maybe a wheelbarrow or wagon to help campers get their gear back to the site, since it's a little bit farther (150 feet??) from the parking area than the original two sites at the Bamboo Forest location. Overall great though. I think this campsite is a great value and this is my second year in a row staying at the Bamboo Forest.
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E R.
3 reviews
Recommends
· June 2025
Really nice
Tent · With kids ·
Basswood Bench Group Site
Great place! The bamboo and the linden trees were beautiful. Nice to have access to the kitchen area. Composting toilet was a bonus. Recommend!
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Jodi E.
5 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent ·
Ancient Orchard - Primitive Site
First bamboo forest I've ever stayed at. The maze they have going through the forest is very impressive and peaceful. Though you are next to a farm, a tractor was harvesting hay around 4 am, bad luck on my part. Nate and Jenna are a wonderful couple, and have a unique and interest property to explore or just rest for the night.
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Peter Y.
6 reviews
Recommends
· June 2025
Camping with Lady Friends
Tent · Group trip ·
Basswood Bench Group Site
The platforms were very convenient for our tents. The tub of supplies by the kitchen area was appreciated. We enjoyed seeing the tiny houses in progress. The wild bunnies were fun to watch in the morning, while listening to the numerous birds singing. The outhouse is rustic, but convenient.
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Clover W.
8 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
Peaceful
Tent · Group trip ·
Basswood Bench Group Site
So peaceful! I loved the tent platforms, log seats around the fire pit, and rustic kitchen. Like staying in the jungle, but better!
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Melissa T.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2025
Camping at Bamboo forest !
Tent · With kids ·
Ancient Orchard - Primitive Site
Loved the bamboo forest, primitive site. Its private location, sounds of the birds in the early morning were surreal. We loved the camping.
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Karthika L.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent ·
Linden Lean-to
A great little hip camp close to coburg and Eugene. Our hosts were really responsive and helpful and the directions very clear. Would stay again!
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Laura H.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent ·
Cherry Row - Primitive Group Tent
Want to experience a stay in a bamboo forest? Yes? Great! No? Well, you should! Our site had amazing shade and the lush bamboo was very fun to walk around in. Not something you see every day, that's for sure!
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Corina F.
9 reviews
Mixed feelings
· June 2025
Spooky but in a good way
Tent · With pets ·
Basswood Bench Group Site
Site was fine once we found it. Signage was a bit hidden. Kitchen was fairly dirty which is understandable. I only saw 1 medium sized mouse and some poo in the pizza oven but we cleaned it out and figured the fire would take care of the rest. It was kind of spooky with the wind hitting the bamboo. Neighbors had to come into our site to share the toilet, no big deal. I dont appreciate the lack of TP but we brought some. Overall we had a good time, but our dog was not having it because of the noise and other animals, but that's what some people would love most about this site.
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Brooke D.
10 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent ·
Basswood Bench Group Site
I loved the bamboo forest! The little pizza oven was so fun to use, the pizza tasted awesome. Beautiful spot, quiet and cozy.
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Hailey B.
11 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent ·
Basswood Bench Group Site
It was awesome we had alot of fun! We really liked everything about it. It had a bathroom and running water. Soooo beautiful
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Rodrigo M.
10 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Linden Lean-to
We had a great time at the bamboo forest! Nate was so great at preparing us to find it when we arrived later than expected. The amenities were to notch to ride the line between roughing and having all you need there. Highly recommend!
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Ryan D.
3 reviews
Recommends
· March 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Linden Lean-to
Nice private spot that was clearly well maintained. Host responded quickly to messages. Would definitely stay again.
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Steph S.
11 months on Hipcamp

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Hosted by Nate & Jenna T.

Joined in October 2023

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