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Rusty Ranch Tree Farm and Forest

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· Bellingham, Whatcom, Washington

110 acres hosted by Scott & Margaret H.

1 lodging site · 5 RV/tent sites

Best farmstays: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Private sites

96% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

Scott & Margaret is a Star Host

Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.

Welcome to our tree farm and certified forest. 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. Our camp area is spacious and can can easily accomidate your family and even a couple of friends. Scattered trees offer shade, and large grassy areas provide ample space to roam. We are proud to say we were recently given a top FARM STAY award from Hipcamp. 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. 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. You may request a guided interactive tour for your group if you prefer. 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. We also offer a roadside farm stand with fresh seasonal fruits and veggies as well as farm fresh eggs. We hope you will come and stay with us for your next adventure.

Activities

Biking

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Natural features

Forest

River, stream, or creek

Waterfall

Mountainous

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350 ratings · 306 reviews

Katie P.recommends

September 10, 2024

Alder Meadow

We loved camping at Rusty Ridge! We will definitely be coming back in the future. We stayed at the Alder Meadows site and it was perfect for our 2 year old and our 2 dogs. My kiddo loved having the playground right across from our campsite and we appreciated how spacious the campsite was. There were so many amazing thought out details that made our trip so wonderful. The covered picnic table area with lights that came on in the evenings, the signs posted throughout the camp and trails, the nice composting toilets that were surprisingly pleasant, the game shack, the wood that we bought being ready and stacked nicely for us, and the beautiful trees and flowers throughout. The creek and trails were just a short walk from our site which made it easy for us to just go for a walk or play in the water. It was quiet and peaceful and although people camped at the sites next to ours, the sites were so spread out and big it still felt very secluded. We are excited we found this spot and can't wait for our next trip!

Karly D.recommends

September 8, 2024

Rustic Bunkhouse & Corral

Wow it’s phenomenal what Scott and Margaret have done with this beautiful property! From the trails to the details of fresh-cut flowers in the bathroom (outhouse), they have put so much thought and love into making a beautiful oasis. Highly recommend staying here and bringing the whole family as there’s a scavenger hunt nature walk, ample space, and even grass volleyball! We also got an add on of a fresh produce basket from the garden and chicken eggs. Super fun!

Nathan G.recommends

September 7, 2024

Creekside Tent Site

The host was incredibly helpful, and the land was beautiful. We’ll be back!

Trevor W.recommends

September 3, 2024

Misty Meadow Group Camp

We had a great stay at the farm (for the third year in a row) and are continually impressed by the growing infrastructure and amenities. You can tell how much energy the hosts put into the sites, making the stay that much more enjoyable for kids and parents alike. Looking forward to next year!

Kerrin K.recommends

September 2, 2024

Painted Pony Horse Camp

Perfect for families and pets!

Getting to the location was a breeze thanks to the clear instructions from the hosts. Upon arrival, Margaret welcomed us with such warmth and friendliness, we immediately felt comfortable and happy to be there. She also provided with an information kit which was so useful. The hosts were really intentional and thoughtful with their site, we really liked that. Our camp ground and the other shared amenities around were extremely well -maintained. There was plenty for kids to do (playground, games, space to run around) and amazing site for our dogs to be off-leash and play too. Having this kind of privacy and space for ourselves (adults, kits, pets) was a real winner for us. We will love to visit again and will definitely be recommending Rusty Ranch to our friends!

Lee Ann M.recommends

September 2, 2024

Hawthorne Loop

Fantastic Spot!

We loved staying here! It's a gorgeous piece of property. Everything is exceptionally well-maintained. Margaret was very friendly. We loved the Snack Shack! Hawthorne Loop was a perfect spot for our family and it felt very private. We would love to stay here again!

Location

Bellingham, Whatcom, Washington, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla, Semiahmoo, and Nuxwsa’7aq (Nooksack) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking