RV/tent site · Sleeps 10 · Vehicles under 35 ftWelcome to Rusty Ranch. We offer 110 park-like acres in the peaceful Squalicum Valley. This site is intended mainly for our horse campers, but if it is available, we gladly accept non-horsey campers as well. (If you do not plan to camp with horses, please consider booking one of our other sites if available.) We hope you will bring your friends and family and camp with us.
DESCRIPTION: This large grassy site has an easy gravel access and is located directly across from the large outdoor horse arena. There are (4) 14' square pipe corrals with sand footing and a hitching post. You and your horse will enjoy riding the mowed field trails and over 3 miles of wooded nature trails. Looking for more challenging trails? We are only 2 miles from the newly upgraded Olson Creek/ Y Road Trail system with over 17 miles of trails and roads. We are also central to many other riding and hiking trails. This site has morning shade and full afternoon sun.
AMENITIES: This site includes a fire pit, an 18' x 20' covered gathering shelter and picnic table. You will have a private, non-shared, composting pit toilet (cleaned daily) and a hand washing station with non-potable water. Please note that this is dry camping and there are no hookups. For those camping with horses you will have access to our (4) 14'x14' pipe corrals and our large outdoor arena with training obstacles. Campers also have access to a shared game shack, tree swing and playground area.
EXTRAS: Want a special treat? We offer wild caught Alaskan salmon fillets ready for BBQing. Forgot something? We keep a small supply of extra items. Farm fresh eggs, snacks, bottled drinking water, ice bags, S'mores kits, as well as camping necessities like bug spray, small propane bottles, etc. See our list of EXTRAS at check out. On hot summer months we keep ICE CREAM BARS in the freezer for the young and young at heart. Prices are listed on the fridge door. CASH OR VENMO ACCEPTED.
FIREWOOD: PLEASE DO NOT BRING YOUR OWN FIRE WOOD. WE ARE A CERTIFIED WORKING FOREST AND TREE FARM. BRINGING FIREWOOD FROM OUTSIDE OUR AREA CAN INTRODUCE INVASIVE SPECIES OF BUGS AND CAUSE DISEASE. You will be provided with one bundle of firewood to get you started. Additional bundles will be available or purchase our weekend bundle.
PRICING: The base price is per night. This price is for 1 RV/Tent/ family. PLEASE NOTE: There is an ADDITIONAL $20 charge PER RV/TENT/FAMILY if you wish to share this site. There is a MAXIMUM of 3 RV's/tents/families allowed with PRIOR approval. Please let us know at time of booking how many RVs, tents will be in your group. There is a larger group spot (Misty Meadow Group Camp) in the same area that can be reserved along with or instead of this one if you are looking to accommodate a larger gathering. Let us know at time of booking if you are wanting both spots.
ACTIVITIES: We have a playground for the kids, a well stocked game shack with yard games, corn hole boards and a volleyball net. Take our self-guided tour through our tree farm forest and learn about the plants and animals that call this woods their home. We are also close to many local golf courses, Lake Whatcom, Lake Padden, Birch Bay and Galbraith Mt. (for those who enjoy mt. biking.) Mt. Baker are also within driving distance.
GARBAGE SERVICE: If your group is larger, it is strongly recommended that you add garbage service for $15/can. We have found that with our larger groups, it is difficult to store and properly manage/dispose of garbage. With garbage service, we will bring you a large 64 gal. can and you can choose how many times you would like it dumped. If you would like this option, please select at check out under the extras and indicate the number of times you want it dumped.
FRIDGE and ICE: Need a place to keep your food and drinks cold? Need ice? We now have a fridge located in the Snack Shack that you can use. You can also purchase bags of Ice as needed.
If this site is booked on your desired dates, check out our other listings. Our bunkhouse site also has horse corrals. We may be able to accommodate you in one or two of our other sites. Please contact me with any questions prior to booking.
***THIS IS A FAMILY FRIENDLY CAMPSITE. NO PARTIES OR LOUD MUSIC. We want to respect our neighbors. Anyone violating this policy will be asked to leave immediately with no refunds issued.
***For groups over 10 people, please contact me directly prior to booking to see how we can best accommodate your group,
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