The "Farmer-For-A-Day" Program

We had mixed feelings about this stay. While it’s presented as part of a farm, the actual camping area is quite small. The parking space is framed with logs, and our car barely fit — almost sticking out into the road. The listing says it’s suitable for RVs or trailers, but I honestly can’t imagine how they would fit here. The tent space is even smaller; luckily, we have a rooftop tent. With a large ground tent, setting up could be tricky. There’s no water tap at the campsite itself. It’s possible there’s one somewhere else on the farm, but the instructions didn’t mention where guests are allowed to go, and all gates were closed. Privacy is also a bit questionable — in the morning, cars drive right past the site, and farm visitors on tours have a clear view of you and your tent. The rules strictly say no noise after 10 PM, which we respect, but be prepared to be woken up around 5–6 AM by farm sounds. Overall, it’s not a bad spot, but it’s important to know these details ahead of time so you can plan accordingly.

Olga M.

6 reviews

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· July 2025

Magical stay at beautiful property

Group trip ·

I would definitely recommend this property. It is very nicely appointed and comfortable, and very easy check in and check out. The real reason to stay is the farm. We spent our morning interacting with many of the animals while they had their breakfast and had their stalls cleaned. It was great fun for us all (two teenage kids with us who slept on sleeping pads on the floor) to feed apples to the horses, pet the cats and dogs, talk back to the bossy geese, and scratch the pig's snout. Really magical!

Aj B.

2 reviews

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· July 2025

Camping in a Hay Loft !

Farm Cottage on a Beautiful Farm!

I loved camping in Stepanie's hay loft ! I didn't have to pitch a tent, and there was a private porta potty just a few steps away from the barn. There are horses, miniature horses, a donkey, geese, ducks, a miniature pig (my favorite - he was always happy to be greeted), rabbits, chickens, goats, and more. Ask to have the cat door closed if you don't want any cats visiting you. It is lovely to have the aroma of hay ! We were close to many great places to go swimming, and were able to go to Vista House. There are an abundance of waterfalls in the area, and we were able to hike to three in one day ! Stephanie is a great host and was helpful and generous !

Beverly K.

2 reviews

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· July 2025

A beautiful farm serving a very worthy cause of introducing animals and nature to children . A true glamping experience for those hardy souls interested in a unique experience . I'd do it again .

Robin F.

2 months on Hipcamp

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· July 2025

Camping with animals

Our experience was incredible, and the welcome from the host was very pleasant. It's a great place to connect with animals and nature. Highly recommended.

Juan M.

2 months on Hipcamp

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· April 2025

So many good animals

We absolutely loved the Barn Apartment! It was beautiful and stocked for a rustic but comfortable stay. It was magical waking up to the sounds of the horses and donkey below us and honking geese beside us. We were kept company by Squire, the sweetest barn cat ever. We purchased the Morning Chores package which was delightful and educational - a great experience for anyone wanting more interaction with all the animals. Stephanie and Wayne were helpful in getting these scheduled and getting us checked in, Karissa was a great instructor or our "morning chores." Highly recommend!!

Ashlyn C.

3 reviews

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· September 2024

Farmhouse Apartment was PERFECT!

We loved staying at the farm over night! The barn house was a lovely apartment that was quiet, and had everything we needed! We were joined by Squire, the host cat and he ended up staying the night with us because he was very vocal about wanting to be included in our hangout! The private bathhouse, which was just a short walk from the front door was perfect and all we needed with a shower, bath, toilet and sink. The BEST part (aside from hilarious Squire) was all of the adorable animals on the farm. What a lovely asset to the community that serves and teaches children how to care for animals. Great stay and we will be back again! Our room was clean and very comfortable! They even put some farm fresh eggs from the chickens in our fridge to cook for breakfast in the nicely done kitchen space in the apartment! Thank you Stephanie and Wayne!

Kelly S.

3 reviews

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· September 2024

A Magical Farm Camping Experience

Tent · With kids ·

We had an incredible stay at the "Horse Trailer Haven" campsite. The campsite itself was fantastic, but what made it truly special were our adorable neighbors—a donkey and two miniature horses. Our kids absolutely loved interacting with them, and they were beyond cute. One of the highlights was having access to the entire farm. We got to see all the animals up close, and when the caretakers were around, they would let the geese, chickens, sheep, and a small pot-bellied pig roam freely. It’s clear that the farm is run with a lot of care and attention, giving the animals plenty of time to play and enjoy themselves. We were also visited by a couple of friendly kitty cats, which the kids loved playing with. We opted for the "Farmer for a Day" and Horseback Riding programs, and both were absolutely amazing. Our kids got hands-on experience feeding the animals, taking care of the pens, and more. The horseback riding was a hit, and the staff was super friendly. There were so many other animals to see, including goats, rabbits, ducks, and ponies. This is the perfect place to camp if you have kids—they will absolutely LOVE the experience. We highly recommend it!

Kevin C.

4 reviews

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· July 2024

Old MacDonald's: more than a Song

Tent ·

Very well cared for and interesting little treasure. The tent space is more than adequate and unlike a normal camp site , your neighbors are a donkey and two ponies. You have your own defined area with the extra facility of the old horse trailer to utilize as you chose. Stephanie is a full on provider and responsive to whatever you bring. Highly recommended.

Roger A.

1 year on Hipcamp

Not recommend

· July 2024

With kids ·

It was too hot to sleep inside the space. When we arrived this host did not even know we had reservations. She was sent several stressful messages ahead of time using All CAPS in her messages. We ended up camping and we did not get reimbursed.

Rachel E.

3 reviews

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· July 2024

Tent ·

The place and the host Stephanie were wonderful. Picture it - you're sleeping in a horse trailer under the stars surrounded by cute ponies and donkeys. Now go do it!

Thomas H.

2 reviews

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· July 2024

Tent · With kids ·

sweet land with animals and old farm antique charm.

Hana R.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· July 2024

Group trip ·

Was good stay. Good farm with a lot of animals. Cats are our favorite

Lakshmi V.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· July 2024

Farmer For a Day

With kids ·

It was a great get-away for us and our 11 year old granddaughter. We added on two extras: horseback riding lesson and farm chores. A nice experience for a child who had never been on an active farm before. We stayed in the barn loft and it was clean and much more spacious than a tent would have been. We enjoyed it.

Larry A S.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· June 2024

Enjoyed the animals, especially the cats and donkey. Our place was very roomy and clean. Had the farm to ourselves for about 24 hrs so were a bit concerned about the animals getting fed.

Joan C.

2 reviews

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· June 2024

With kids ·

Very unique stay, Stephanie was super helpful and we loved all the animals! One of the cats even snuggled with us all night - a bonus for us but maybe not for everyone. Great property and I'm happy to support what Stephanie and the others are doing there.

Jackie C.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· May 2024

Great Family Getaway!

With kids ·

This was a perfect experience for our little family of three. My eight year old loved learned so much and was eager to learn waking up at 6am ready to go for morning chores. Stephanie is, kind, patient and broke down farm educational concepts and terms age appropiately for my daughter,who only has experienced city life. Our famiy had a beautiful evening by campfire near the serene filed. We also enjoyed resting in hay loft. The child's desk was perfect for our daughter to draw and have some down time. Only recommendation is to keep fan on for white noise to drown out sounds you may not be use to on a farm or bring ear plugs for a good night and morning rest up. I hope this program continues to help families and more children in the community.

Serena P.

2 reviews

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· October 2023

With kids ·

The barn house was charming, cozy and comfortable and it was so cool to stay on a farm close to animals. Our daughter really enjoyed it! Stephanie was a great host - would highly recommend for folks seeking out a family friendly, country getaway!

Guru S. L.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· June 2023

With kids ·

What an amazing and magical place! The animals are amazingly sweet! Stephanie was very communicative and clear in her instructions. A beautiful and wonderful spot that I will most certainly attend again. We did add the Farmer for a Day option which we all (2 adults and a 10 yo) LOVED! If you don't want to feed the animals, not having that package would be fine as you'll still have ample time and space to pet the animals w/o that package. HIGHLY recommend this unique and wonderful experience!

Elyse O.

2 reviews

Mixed feelings

· June 2023

Wish I had been there

Unfortunately there was an electrical issue that forced me to cancel. If I need a spot near Troutdale again I would definitely book them.

Peggy O.

3 reviews

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· October 2022

Great way to escape the hustle and bustle of the city life. Feels right out of storybook. Woke up to the geese calling and the donkey braying. Better than any alarm clock. If the weather permits, don't miss seeing the animals! Only word of warning: the bed is very firm :)

Keltin A.

5 reviews

Mixed feelings

· October 2022

Hay loft glamping

Overall, it was a neat experience. We enjoyed the fire pit and the hay loft concept. Although it is an open loft in a hay barn, and all fixtures and facilities were clean and sanitized, the living/sleeping space could have been vacuumed and/or dusted.

Fray C.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· September 2022

Exceeded our expectations!

We loved our first visit to this charming farm and will be back! We totally enjoyed talking with Stephanie to learn about the animals. The covered fire pit was perfect and our room was clean and very comfortable with everything we needed. Thank you for a lovely and relaxing experience!

Jennifer B.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· September 2022

This was a fun getaway. The barn apartment was actually an old schoolhouse and a little step back in time, but there was a useful kitchen area with some modern amenities, including microwave, fridge, and coffee maker. Wayne (he is in charge of the property and opened the secure gate for entry) was super helpful and and showed us around. This farm is a nonprofit camp and there was not campers around so we had the place to ourselves. We plan on going back another time.

Mark Z.

2 reviews

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· August 2022

Good farm for visit with family

With kids ·

Stephanie was very helpful and looked out out for us during the stay. We appreciated all the creative touches put into the accommodations on the farm. It’s basic camping, bring a mattress pad for the loft floor. The electricity & a kettle in the loft was useful. Though we visited on some extremely hot days, the barn did cool off once the sun set. It is a busy little farm, in summer there is a camp & the whole family enjoyed watching the animals being cared for in the morning. We enjoyed seeing the horses below us and getting to pet the animals. Being right in the middle of the farm was a unique and memorable experience.

Krista H.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· July 2022

With kids ·

Great experience! Stephanie was so welcoming and we had a wonderful time with the animals.

Ivy H.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· July 2022

Camping with children at the farm

With kids ·

Traveling with my grandchildren makes me seek out interesting places to camp. My 8 and 10 yr old loved spending the night in the hayloft! Visiting the animals after dinner and waking up to the sounds of a farm was a treat. If you stay in the loft be sure to bring cots or air mattresses.

Jeanette S.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· July 2022

Animal time rules

With kids ·

It was very well organized, clean, and friendly. Especially with all of the animals. The kids loved it.

Alex L.

3 reviews

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· July 2022

With kids ·