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Rusty Ranch Tree Farm and Forest

Hosted by Margaret · Bellingham, Washington
6 sites · RV, Tent, Lodging · 110 acres
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Welcome to our tree farm and certified forest. I am closed for the winter months, but am currently accepting 2026 summer reservations. Camping season runs May- September. **Proud to be named one of the TOP 50 HIPCAMPS IN THE USA for 2025, one of the TOP HIPCAMPS in Washington State for 2025, and one of the best FARMSTAYS in the nation 2 years in a row. Looking for an ideal family getaway spot? With our unique location nestled in the foothills of Stewart Mt and the peaceful Squalicum Valley. Rusty Ranch Tree Farm offers 110 acres of meadows and forest. Our location provides easy access to much of our local recreation options and is only 10 min east of Bellingham. The camp area is spacious and can easily accommodate your family and even a couple of friends. Scattered trees offer shade, and large grassy areas provide ample space to roam. Rusty Ranch Tree Farm is dedicated to "Eduction through Exploration" where we strive to provide your family and friends with more than just camping but also a place to experience nature and learn about forestry, farming and making maple syrup from trees right here on our farm.. Hike the several miles of nature trails on the hillside and explore our 65 acres of certified forest. Placards on the nature trail are part of our self-guided tour and provide information about forestry and the plants and animals that call this their home. Wander through the old growth groves, walk the 50' boardwalk and see the magical Fern Ridge. There are abundant wildflowers and seasonal berries to pick, as well as a variety of fall apples and pears in the old orchard available for self harvest. You can even purchase a tree to take home and plant. Other farm experiences include a guided interactive nature tour for your group, a class on making maple syrup, or experience farm life and "hang with the hens." We also offer the opportunity to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables brought to your site. Don't forget to stop by the Snack Shack for fresh cinnamon rolls, ice cream bars, snacks, drinks, apparel and locally made gifts. I hope you will choose to stay with us for your next adventure.

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Hawthorne Loop

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 10 · Vehicles under 35 ft
Welcome to our 110-acre tree farm.  We offer hiking, foraging, camping and a self-guided nature tour. Hawthorne Loop is a large circular site with extra space for your family or to share with friends. Scattered trees offer shade and the large grassy areas around the site provides ample space to roam. It is a short walk to the creek below where you can sit and relax. Follow the nature trails up the hillside and explore our certified forest. See the old-growth grove, the 50' boardwalk, 100-year-old stumps and the magical Fern Ridge. There are abundant wildflowers, seasonal berries, as well as a variety of fall apples and pears. Visit the Game Shack or let the kids play at the playground. We have balls, frisbee, corn hole boards, horseshoes, ring toss, tether ball, a volleyball area and more. PLEASE NOTE: All sites are DRY CAMPING.  PRICE: Price Includes 1 RV or 1 car and 1 tent.  If you wish to share this site, there is an ADDITIONAL charge per RV/Tent of $20 per night. You MUST add this as an extra at the time of booking. There is a maximum of 3 RV's/tents/ families at this site. Message me before booking if you have any questions. FIREWOOD: Your first bundle of firewood is provided. Additional bundles are available for purchase or purchase the large weekend bundle.  PLEASE DO NOT BRING YOUR OWN FIREWOOD. WE ARE A CERTIFIED FOREST/TREE FARM AND BRINGING IN WOOD FROM OUTSIDE OUR AREA INTRODUCES NEW BUGS AND DISEASE AND CAN DAMAGE OUR FOREST. EXTRAS: Forgot something? We keep a supply of extra items. Wild caught Alaskan salmon fillets, farm fresh eggs, snacks, ice cream bars, 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 or look in your WELCOME PACKET when you check in. Don't see it? Ask, we may have it. PLEASE NOTE: This site is intended for single families or smaller groups sharing with friends and family. For larger groups please reserve the Misty Meadow Group Site (see our other listings). FOR MORE INFO CHECK US OUT ON FACEBOOK- Rusty Ranch Tree Farm.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
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Creekside Tent Site

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 5 · Vehicles under 20 ft
Creekside Tent Site is a large, neatly mowed grassy area with a view of the creek below. This site is dry camping, Creekside has easy gravel road access and includes a large fire pit area,  picnic table and a 10' x 20' shade canopy. This site is best suited for tents, campers, camper vans, sprinter vans and SMALL trailers. (May require minimal leveling for vehicles) All our sites are part of our tree farm experience. We have 110 acres with over 3 miles of hiking trails and 3 picnic areas along the trails. We also have mowed paths around our hay fields. Enjoy the self-guided nature trail or request a guided tour. PRICE: Our price is for 1 family unit or up to 5 people. This is a smaller site and not suitable for groups. If you have more than 5 people in your family or group please consider booking one of our other sites. Please note, we can only accommodate tents or smaller vehicles under 20ft. Please message me if you have questions prior to booking. FIREWOOD: PLEASE DO NOT BRING YOUR OWN FIREWOOD. FIREWOOD FROM OUTSIDE OUR AREA CAN INTRODUCE INVASIVE INSECTS AND DISEASE INTO OUR FOREST.  You will be provided with the first bundle of fire wood free. Additional bundles are available for purchase. ACTIVITIES: We have volleyball, tether ball and a well stocked game shack with various lawn games, horse shoes and corn hole. There is also a playground area a short distance from the site. We are centrally located close to Whatcom County's many trails and lakes. Be sure to ask us about our favorites. Creekside Tenting is a FAMILY FRIENDLY site. No excessive use of alcohol, drugs, profane language or loud music. If you are looking for a place to party, this is NOT it. We strive to provide a family atmosphere and this will be strictly enforced. If you have any questions, please ask before booking. FRIDGE and ICE: Are you tenting? Need a place to keep your food and drinks cold? Need ice?  You can purchase bags of ice and bottled water as needed. For a special treat, we offer a variety of ice cream bars, farm fresh eggs, salmon fillets, as other snacks. Payment can be made with either Venmo or cash. FOR MORE INFO CHECK US OUT ON FACEBOOK!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
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Alder Meadow

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 30 ft
Rustic camping at its best! Alder Meadow is a pull through site and is located DIRECTLY across from the play area. This site has picnic table and fire pit with BBQ screen and a 10' x 20' shelter. This site is a favorite for families. DESCRIPTION: Scattered trees on the west side offer afternoon shade. The large grassy fields around the site provides ample space to roam. Follow the nature trails up the hillside to explore our certified forest. Wander through old growth, walk the 50' boardwalk or explore the magical Fern Ridge. Abundant wildflowers seasonal berries, as well as a variety of fall apples and pears for gleaning provide something for everyone. PRICING: This site is dry camping and is intended to accommodate 1 RV or 1 family with tents. Pull-through parking allows for easy access. For larger groups, please reserve Hawthorne Loop, Painted Pony or Misty Meadow Group Site. Please message me if you have any questions prior to booking. FIREWOOD: Your first bundle of firewood is complimentary. Additional bundles are available for purchase. PLEASE DO NOT BRING YOUR OWN FIRE WOOD. WE ARE A CERTIFIED FOREST/TREE FARM AND FIREWOOD FROM OUTSIDE OUR AREA CAN INTRODUCE INVASIVE SPECIES OF BUGS AND CAUSE DISEASE. ACTIVITIES: This site is located directly across from the playground area and our game shack. We have tether ball, volleyball net, horseshoes, corn hole and other games. There are many local places to explore a short drive from our property where you can hike, swim, fish, mt. bike, etc. Other activities include a visit to Bellingham Bay or bike at Galbraith Mt. Two hiking trail heads (with views of Mt. Baker, Lake Whatcom, Bellingham Bay and the Canadian Mts) are less than 5 min away. SNACK SHACK: You can purchase bags of Ice and bottled water as needed. For a special treat, we offer a variety of ice cream bars, farm fresh eggs, seasonal fruits and vegetables as well as drinks and other snacks. Cash or Venmo are both accepted. FOR MORE INFO CHECK US OUT ON FACEBOOK!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup

Misty Meadow Group Camp Site

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 20 · Vehicles under 35 ft
Welcome to Rusty Ranch. We offer 110 park-like acres in the peaceful Squalicum Valley. Our private group area is tucked away along the edge of the woods and above the creek. We offer an 18' x 20' covered shelter,2 picnic tables, a playground area and access to Game Shack. A well maintained gravel road provides easy access for vehicles and RV's up to 27'. Please note that this is dry camping and there are no hookups. PRICING: The base price is per night up to 15 guest. Additional guest are $5 each per night. There is a MAXIMUM of 5 RV's/tents allowed at this site. Please let us know at time of booking how many campers, RVs, tents will be in your group. Should you have a larger group and would like more space, there is an smaller group spot in the same area (Painted Pony) that can be reserved for a larger gathering. FIREWOOD: PLEASE DO NOT BRING YOUR OWN FIRE WOOD. WE ARE A CERTIFIED FOREST/TREE FARM AND 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 large weekend bundle. ACTIVITIES: We have aplayground for the kids, a game shack, corn hole boards, and a volley ball net. EXTRAS: Want a special treat? We offer wild caught Alaskan salmon fillets for BBQing, farm fresh eggs, snacks, bottled drinking water, ice bags, ice cream bars, S'mores, assorted snacks, as well as camping necessities like bug spray, small propane bottles, etc. COMPOSTING OUTHOUSES: We have 2 composting privies for our group campers. They are cleaned daily. ***Groups over 20 are REQUIRED to add an additional porta potty to their booking. GARBAGE SERVICE: It is strongly recommended that you add garbage service for $15/can. We have found that with larger groups it is difficult to store and properly manage/dispose of garbage on your own. ***THIS IS A FAMILY FRIENDLY CAMPSITE. NO PARTIES OR LOUD MUSIC. NO DRUG USE OR POT! NO EXCESSIVE USE OF ALCOHOL! We want to respect our fellow camper families and neighbors. Anyone violating this policy will be asked to leave immediately with no refunds issued. FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT US ON FACEBOOK!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
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Painted Pony

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 10 · Vehicles under 35 ft
This large grassy site has easy gravel access and is located directly across from the outdoor horse arena. There are (4) 14' square pipe corrals. You and your horse will enjoy riding the mowed field trails and over 3 miles of wooded nature trails. We are only 2 miles from the Olson Creek/Y Road Trail system. This site has morning shade and full afternoon sun. AMENITIES: This site includes a fire pit, 18' x 20' covered shelter and picnic table, a private composting pit toilet (cleaned daily) and a hand washing station with non-potable water. Please note this is dry camping and there are no hookups. EXTRAS: We offer wild caught Alaskan salmon fillets ready for BBQing. Other items offered include ice cream bars, farm fresh eggs, snacks, bottled drinking water, ice bags, S'mores kits, as well as camping necessities like bug spray, small propane bottles, etc. 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 THE AREA CAN INTRODUCE INVASIVE SPECIES OR 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. ACTIVITIES: We have a playground for the kids, game shack with yard games, corn hole boards and volleyball net. Take a self-guided tour through our tree farm forest. Explore many of Bellingham's local trails. Visit historic Fairhaven. Drive to Mt. Baker. Ride at Galbraith Mt. GARBAGE SERVICE: If your group is larger, it is strongly recommended that you add garbage service for $15/can. We have found that for larger groups, it is difficult to store and properly manage/dispose of garbage. ***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 MORE INFORMATION VISIT US ON FACEBOOK!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup

Lodging

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Rustic Bunkhouse & Corral

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Cabin · Sleeps 4 · 2 beds
Looking for a quiet, peaceful getaway? Our little rustic bunkhouse is complete with a bunkbed and table, a full-size leather futon and solar lighting. (NO BEDDING IS PROVIDED. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN.) DESCRIPTION: Rusty Ranch's Rustic Bunkhouse and Corral gives you access to 110 acres of hay fields and forested hillside. Horse and hiking trails leave right from your camp area. While camping here, you can hike or ride our trails, the mowed paths around the hay fields, or drive to one of many local trails. The popular Y Road trailhead is only 2 miles south. Other popular trails are 20-40 min away. PRICING: IF YOU BRING PETS THERE IS AN ADDITIONAL $20 PET CLEANING FEE. Please add this to your EXTRAS when you check out. For those camping with horses, there is a $5 corral use fee per horse, PER NIGHT. Bunkhouse sleeps 4 people. You may share this site with 1 additional RV/Tent for $20/night. Look for under "EXTRAS" at the time of checkout to add these to your total amount. AMENITIES: This site includes a shade tent, picnic table, fire pit and BBQ grill and a bundle of fire wood. Two 14' x 14' steel pipe corrals provide a secure place to keep your horses. Non-potable water is available at your site. Private composting outhouse is cleaned daily. Local grass horse hay is available for purchase upon request. PLEASE DO NOT BRING YOUR OWN FIRE WOOD. WE ARE A CERTIFIED FOREST/TREE FARM AND FIREWOOD FROM OUTSIDE OUR AREA CAN INTRODUCE INVASIVE SPECIES OF BUGS AND CAUSE DISEASE. EXTRAS: We offer a variety of ice cream bars, ice and water, and other snacks. Payment can be made with either Venmo or cash. OTHER: A manure bin is provided and horse campers are responsible to clean up all hay and manure from your site and corral area. There is a $50 cleaning fee if your site area and/or corrals are not cleaned out when you check out. ***WE ARE A FAMILY FRIENDLY SITE AND THERE IS NO TOLERANCE FOR THE USE OF ANY TYPE OF DRUGS, EXCESSIVE USE OF ALCOHOL, FOUL LANGUAGE OR LOUD MUSIC. If there is an issue, you will be asked to leave with out a refund. If you are looking to "party", this is not the site for you. Do us both a favor and book elsewhere! FOR MORE INFO CHECK US OUT ON FACEBOOK!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No showers
Picnic table

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Bellingham, Whatcom, Washington, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Margaret H.

Joined in March 2021
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