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GeerCrest Farm

Hosted by Jim · Salem, Oregon
6 sites · RV, Tent, Lodging · 21 acres
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497 reviews
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GeerCrest Farm was settled by the Geer family in 1848, and is still owned and stewarded by the family. The house Ralph and Mary Geer built in 1851 stands and is one of the oldest in Oregon to remain in the same family. The farm features creeks, forests, pastures, orchards and gardens as well as the historic buildings. Currently we have four friendly sheep and a small flock of Mallard ducks to keep us company. The Pioneer Memorial Orchard features over 50 vairieties of pre 1850 apple trees. The Heritage Grove has ten fruit and nut trees that were recognizeds as a memorial the the early pioneers of the nursery trade by Oregon Heritage Tree program. The 20 acre property, offers three tent camp sites Including the Tree House site, as well as two forest cabins and a small forest bunkhouse (sleeps 6). Our peaceful, small farm offers a reflective immersion in nature and history among the occasional quacking of ducks and baaas of sheep. The scenery from all corners of the farm is incredible - a favorite is the westward view of the valley pasture at sunset -- called "Homer's View" after famous political cartoonist and Geer descendant, Homer Davenport. No matter which camping site you choose, the sounds of the creek, pond frogs, or conversing owls are sure to lull you to sleep. Feel free to roam the farm, but always leave gates as you find them, open or closed. Please say hello to our sheep and barn cats (they may say hello first). Explore the Heritage Grove of historic trees, the Memorial apple orchard and pear glade with varieties circa 1840s, indulge your senses in our medicinal herb garden, and chat with our farm family while they water the veggie gardens, if you so wish! Your experience will certainly be unique to the season. Your host Jim Toler represents the fifth generation of the farm and will happily share stories of the farm and it's history. GeerCrest Farm is truly an off-the-beaten-path gem.

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RV/tent sites

2 sites
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Heritage Grove

96%
(139)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 30 ft
Pitch your tent alongside the babbling creek. Peaceful, small farm offers quiet reflection time among the birds, pond frogs, and occasional chatter of chickens. Relax on the farm or explore the countless things to do in the immediate vicinity! This is truly and off-the-beaten-path gem.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
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Alder Meadow

97%
(99)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 30 ft
Dispersed camping in a large grass field edged with apple trees and alders, a babbling creek, and a historic 1854 black cottonwood tree. GeerCrest Farm is full of beautiful scenery; truly an off-the-beaten-path gem.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
No electrical hookup
No water hookup

Lodging

4 sites
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Tree House in the Valley

98%
(125)
Treehouse · Sleeps 12 · 1 toilet
Bring your sleeping bags and set up camp in our Tree House! The views are incredible and the creek that travels along the back of the pasture is sure to lull you to sleep. During the day, you may get visited from the sheep as this unique location is part of a very large pasture.  Wear your adventure shoes ;)
Short walk to site
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No showers
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WoodBundle Bunkhouse

98%
(65)
Cabin · Sleeps 6 · 1 bedroom · 6 beds · 1 toilet
Enjoy a short walk over a babbling creek footbridge and up a dreamy woodland trail to the bunkhouse. Overseen by oak, maple and fir trees, this lodging has a bed each for up to six friends.  Great for a family with kids!  The space features two twin beds and two bunks each sporting a pair of single-size (6'3"x2'1"x4") memory foam mattresses. We supply fresh sheets, waterproof covers and pillows and ask you to bring your sleeping bags!  You may open the windows on either side of the bunkhouse to welcome a refreshing cross breeze through the simple, rustic-yet-refined space.  North-facing french doors open up to a sizable covered porch revealing views of the surrounding trees and the not-too-distant barns and outbuildings. The cabin has electric overhead lighting. There is a sawdust compost toilet (also with switch light) off of the back porch.  In both daylight and moonlight, the restorative sounds of wildlife will be accompanying your retreat! *Firewood for the fire pit is not included, so if you would like to have an outdoor campfire, please add it on as an Extra, before booking your stay.*   The historic farmhouse is a two minute walk from the bunkhouse. On its back porch, you will find the shared outdoor sink with hot and cold drinking water and a dish washing and food prep area.  Feel free to enjoy mealtime at one of the two picnic tables in the grass lawn. Pencil in a v our small-but-mighty herd of sheep; two small ponds; and our various vegetable and herb gardens. Meander through our heirloom apple and pear orchards, watched over by historic hickory, black walnut, and English walnut trees. Please do catch a glimpse of the idyllic sunset over the west valley pasture! Silver Falls State Park is a 20 minute drive away. The park is full of beautifully curated trails that weave around and even under many epic waterfalls throughout vast forestland.  Silverton, 10 minutes away, is a quaint and historic town featuring a diverse assortment of eateries, food trucks, and grocery stores, not to mention a bustling weekly farmers markets and craft markets. IMPORTANT: This accommodation is a short, one minute walk from the parking area with a moderate incline up a graveled path. It is surrounded by forest floor vegetation so bring your adventure shoes. (We typically don't have any major mosquito or bug concerns, but feel free to bring your repellent.) There is a second HipCamp lodging and a residential cabin nearby. Please be mindful of sound, especially after 10 pm.
Short walk to site
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
No showers
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Understory Cabin

100%
(55)
Cabin · Sleeps 4 · 1 bedroom · 3 beds · 1 toilet
Enjoy a short walk over a babbling creek footbridge and up a dreamy woodland trail to where this cozy cabin awaits.  There is a vintage wood stove with wood included for your entire stay.  *Firewood for the fire pit is not included, so if you would like to have an outdoor campfire, please add it on as an Extra, before booking your stay.* Tucked in by oak, maple and fir trees, this lodging is designed to sleep up to four. The main room features a very comfortable full size futon bed and the loft sports two memory foam sleeping pads (a 25 inch wide and a 31 inch wide). We supply fresh sheets, waterproof covers and pillows and ask you to bring your sleeping bags!  On sunnier days, open the extra-large sliding windows to let in the fresh air.  Keep an eye open for the red-throated winter hummingbirds that visit the back porch feeder.  In both daylight and moonlight, the restorative sounds of wildlife will be accompanying your retreat! The cabin has electricity (outlets and lights) and a sawdust compost toilet off of the back porch.  The covered front porch of the cabin overlooks the campfire area and reveals views of the surrounding trees and the not-too-distant barns and outbuildings. The historic farmhouse is a two minute walk from the Cabin. On its back porch, you will find the shared outdoor sink with hot and cold drinking water and a dish washing and food prep area.  Feel free to enjoy mealtime at one of the two picnic tables in the grass lawn. Pencil in a visit to our nearby flock of chickens; our small-but-mighty herd of sheep; two small ponds; and our various vegetable and herb gardens. Meander through our heirloom apple and pear orchards, watched over by historic hickory, black walnut, and English walnut trees. Please do catch a glimpse of the idyllic sunset over the west valley pasture! Silver Falls State Park is a 20 minute drive away. The park is full of beautifully curated trails that weave around and even under many epic waterfalls throughout vast forestland.  Silverton, 10 minutes away, is a quaint and historic town featuring a diverse assortment of eateries, food trucks, and grocery stores, not to mention a bustling weekly farmers markets and craft markets. IMPORTANT: This accommodation is a short, one minute walk from the parking area with a moderate incline up a graveled path. It is surrounded by forest floor vegetation so bring your adventure shoes. (We typically don't have any major mosquito or bug concerns, but feel free to bring your repellent.) There is a second HipCamp lodging and a residential cabin nearby. Please be mindful of sound, especially after 10 pm.
Short walk to site
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
No showers
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Oak Hill Cabin

100%
(24)
Cabin · Sleeps 4 · 1 bedroom · 3 beds · 1 toilet
Just a short walk over a babbling creek footbridge and up a dreamy woodland trail to where this cozy cabin awaits.  There is a vintage wood stove with wood included for your entire stay.  *Firewood for the fire pit is not included, so if you would like to have an outdoor campfire, please add it on as an Extra, before booking your stay.* Tucked in by oak, maple and fir trees, this lodging is designed to sleep up to four. The main room features a very comfortable full size futon bed and the loft sports two memory foam sleeping pads (a 25 inch wide and a 31 inch wide). We supply fresh sheets, waterproof covers and pillows and ask you to bring your sleeping bags!  In both daylight and moonlight, the restorative sounds of wildlife will be accompanying your retreat! The cabin has electricity (outlets and lights) and a sawdust compost toilet off of the back porch.  The covered front porch of the cabin overlooks the campfire area and reveals views of the surrounding trees and the not-too-distant barns and outbuildings. The historic farmhouse is a three minute walk from the Cabin. On its back porch, you will find the shared outdoor sink with hot and cold drinking water and a dish washing and food prep area.  Feel free to enjoy mealtime at one of the two picnic tables in the grass lawn. Pencil in a visit to our nearby flock of ducks; our small-but-mighty herd of sheep; two small ponds; and our various vegetable and herb gardens. Meander through our heirloom apple and pear orchards, watched over by historic hickory, black walnut, and English walnut trees. Please do catch a glimpse of the idyllic sunset over the west valley pasture! Silver Falls State Park is a 20 minute drive away. The park is full of beautifully curated trails that weave around and even under many epic waterfalls throughout vast forestland.  Silverton, 10 minutes away, is a quaint and historic town featuring a diverse assortment of eateries, food trucks, and grocery stores, not to mention a bustling weekly farmers markets and craft markets. IMPORTANT: This accommodation is a short, two minute walk from the parking area with a moderate incline up a graveled path. It is surrounded by forest floor vegetation so bring your adventure shoes. (We typically don't have any major mosquito or bug concerns, but feel free to bring your repellent.) There are two other HipCamp lodgings nearby. Please be mindful of sound, especially after 10 pm.
Short walk to site
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
No showers

Reviews

98% Recommend574 ratings · 497 reviews
GeerCrest Farms offers a charming and peaceful retreat, with visitors frequently highlighting the friendly host, Jim, and the well-kept, serene environment. The farm's setting, with its ducks, sheep, and treehouse, provides a unique experience that is both relaxing and engaging for families and solo travelers alike. The cabins are described as cozy and clean, and the farm's proximity to Silver Falls State Park makes it an ideal base for exploring the area. While some guests found the location a bit tricky to find at night, they appreciated the clear instructions and the overall accommodating atmosphere once arrived.
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· October 2026
Group trip ·
Tree House in the Valley
Great tree house!
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· October 2026
With pets ·
Understory Cabin
Friendly host and quick responses. Clean and nice cabin.
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· October 2026
Tent · Group trip ·
Heritage Grove
Charming farm! Easy to find, and peaceful!
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· October 2026
25 ft pop-up camper ·
Alder Meadow
Jim was kind and fantastic! The setting is amazing and so serene. We were blessed with an amazing sunset and loved watching the sheep. This location is a great jump off point for lots of adventures!
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· September 2026
Oak Hill Cabin
Kind of spooky to find at night. But once you notice where you are supposed to go it's easy. Cabins are lovely. Well taken care of. Would love to come back
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· September 2026
Group trip ·
WoodBundle Bunkhouse
It was a great getaway for 6 ladies!!
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· September 2026
Refreshing family trip
With kids ·
WoodBundle Bunkhouse
GeerCrest Farms were a perfect family retreat with so many little aspects that recharged our batteries and we will want to return! The sheep were sweet. We loved petting them. They liked the massage too. The cabin was cozy. We woke up cheerful each morning because of the good sleep we got. The mattresses & sheets were of excellent quality. The treehouse was cool to explore. My children giggled while on the treeswing. A delight! We enjoyed reading Narnia and roasting s'mores by the campfire. The orchard was a great place for a hammock to read while kids played. The ducks were so pleasant. The barn cat was a darling. The views of beucolic farmland transported us to imagine life 170 years ago. It was my first time with a compost toilet and the fresh wood chips worked well. We loved the crickets at night. The hot water at the camper kitchen was a bonus. We liked exploring the food forest. We encourage folks to visit Silver Falls State Park, surely a gem of Oregon state.
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· September 2026
With pets ·
WoodBundle Bunkhouse
This place is truly a hidden gem. Nestled amongst the trees, it provides a welcome sanctuary after a day of exploring Silverton. Jim takes pride in his historic property and it shows. We enjoyed walking around the property and visiting with the ducks and the sheep. The sunsets were an added bonus.
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· September 2026
Tent · With pets ·
Heritage Grove
Best spot in all of Salem! Jim is warm and welcoming, his farm is beautiful.
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· September 2026
Finding the zen
With pets ·
Oak Hill Cabin
Jim was a great host , cabin clean and homie felt very welcomed and loved the relax feel to be able to wonder around the farm and read the history. Sounds travels but wasn’t an issue if I kept my speaker in the cabin lol. Thank you for letting us taste the apples and being so amazingly dog friendly .
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· August 2026
With pets ·
Oak Hill Cabin
The cabin was very secluded, clean and comfortable! The compost toilet was exceptionally clean and maintained. Definitely will come back. Thanks!!
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· August 2026
With pets ·
Understory Cabin
This was a cute little cabin on a cute farm! I wandered around with my dog and saw herons and quail and deer and it was very relaxing. Easy to get to Silverton and Salem. We enjoyed our stay and Jim was great. Gave us our space and also was around to answer my random questions about his farm. Cool spot!
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· August 2026
With pets ·
WoodBundle Bunkhouse
A beautiful place - had a very restful night. Stunning deck, very private, and the bed was comfortable.
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· August 2026
Magical Experience (again)
Understory Cabin
Second time staying on Jim's farm. Last year we stayed in the tree house. This year me and my girls and a friend and her girls each rented one of the cabins. We had a blast. It's such a magical little set-up. We had everything we needed to pull in, quickly unpack and get to enjoying our stay and exploring the farm. All four kids and both parents already want to go back.
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· August 2026
Fantastic farm stay
With pets ·
Oak Hill Cabin
This was absolutely fantastic. Jim greeted as when we arrived and welcomed us to explore the farm. He also offered for my daughter to feed the ducks the next morning (the entire reason we stayed was to see the ducks). Cabin was cozy, clean and perfect. Loved the towels provided for washing our hands.
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· August 2026
With kids ·
WoodBundle Bunkhouse
This was an awesome spot. Kids had a great time petting the sheep. The cabin was so cute and peaceful.
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· August 2026
Spectacular site!!
With kids ·
WoodBundle Bunkhouse
Jim’s land was amazing. The property was magical with farm animals with such a peaceful setting. There are fruit orchards and a pond and a trail up to the three cabins in the woods. Petting the extremely friendly sheep was my kids favorite part tho! Jim went above and beyond and accommodated us in every way!!! We will definitely be going again :-)
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· August 2026
Understory Cabin
Jim’s loft cabins were the best deal we he had among the 4 Hipcamp places we stayed at during our 9-day tour of Oregon. A great base for our visit to Silver Falls. Jim was very hospitable & provided firewood too. Loft had Silver Falls Park maps to help us plan our visit. Plus a very friendly cat, whose company we enjoyed.
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· August 2026
With kids ·
Oak Hill Cabin
Great space- our kids had a fantastic time. Thanks Jim!
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· August 2026
Cabin Life!
Oak Hill Cabin
Great time, interesting with the smoke and all from the fires, but a super great place to stay for the night and an unforgettable location for our road trip! Thank you!
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· August 2026
With pets ·
Tree House in the Valley
Jim was so kind and helpful, the land was beautiful. It was lovely being in nature away from people but still so close to town.
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· July 2026
Tent · Group trip ·
Alder Meadow
The farm is beautiful and Jim is really welcoming and kind! There are ducks and a kitty and a dog around and the meadow is far enough from the buildings to feel semi private.
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· July 2026
Tent · Group trip ·
Heritage Grove
What a beautiful place to stay! We really enjoyed walking around the land, visiting the sheep and the orchard, and listening to the birds. We felt welcome and comfortable.
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· July 2026
19 ft campervan ·
Alder Meadow
Camping at GeerCrrst was perfect for my time at Canterbury Renaissance Faire. The site was perfect for my van, beautiful peaceful spaces to wander, fun to meet the sheep & enough privacy to feel comfortable. Jim was available but not invasive. I didn't use any of the facilities, so I can not comment on those.
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· July 2026
Tent · With pets ·
Heritage Grove
Everything was great. Jim is great! What a lovely place to spend a few nights.
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· July 2026
With pets ·
WoodBundle Bunkhouse
Peaceful escape. Good instructions on how to find the accommodations and they were just as described. Would look forward to booking here again.
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· July 2026
Rustic, dreamy pit stop
With kids ·
Oak Hill Cabin
We were traveling from California to Washington with 2 small children who loved exploring the farm even more than we did. It's a beautiful historic farm with lots of nooks and crannies to explore and wonderful views. Jim was a kind and welcoming host. Our cabin was clean, peaceful, private and comfortable. We all got a kick out of using the composting toilet (surprisingly clean!) and the overall glamping vibe. We highly recommend this stop for anyone. Check out Silverton for charming cafes and groceries.
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· July 2026
Sheep pasture
With kids ·
Tree House in the Valley
Top notch campsite! The tree house is unforgettable. The site and bathroom were clean. The site is in the sheep pasture, so they will visit in the evening, just make sure your food is put away.
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· July 2026
16 ft travel trailer ·
Heritage Grove
Such a special place. Quiet, peaceful, spectacular valley views. The history, original trees, and original farm house made the setting so unique. I loved everything about the experience and would come again.
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· July 2026
Understory Cabin
So great! Everything is as described and more. A beautiful property, very reasonable pricing, close to everything but secluded in a beautiful wood surrounded by wildlife.

Location

Salem, Marion, Oregon, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Joined in December 2017
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