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Button Farm

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144 reviews

· Germantown, Montgomery, Maryland

23 acres hosted by Steven G.

1 RV/tent site · 1 tent site

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The Button Farm Living History Center is a hands-on education facility dedicated to preserving the history of the Underground Railroad. It is operated by the Menare Foundation through a long term lease agreement with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. Several of us who work for the non-profit live in the Button Farm house and share the land with our pigs, geese, chickens and lots of wildlife. We're a close drive to Germantown and all the basic amenities of modern life, but when you come down our drive, you enter a world of natural beauty and rural quiet. When booking, keep in mind that all persons--regardless of age or whether or not they intend to spend the night--must be paid for. Our restroom includes hand sanitizer.

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100% Recommend178 ratings · 144 reviews

Button Farm offers a peaceful and spacious camping experience, making it a perfect getaway close to DC. Guests appreciate the privacy of the large field and enjoy interactions with the friendly host, Steven. The site's historical context and the presence of farm animals add a unique charm. While most reviews are overwhelmingly positive, some visitors noted the need for better communication about scheduled events that could limit site access.

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Jamika S.

2 reviews

Recommends

· April 2025

Best Camping experience

14 ft campervan ·

Button Farm

My experience at my first campground with my rv was amazing and peaceful here. Steve was very accommodating to any of my needs.

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Benjamin R.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· April 2025

Tent · With kids ·

Big Field

Beautiful location and very fun to be on the farm. I'd highly recommend for a secluded location so close to DC.

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Kenneth T.

13 reviews

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· April 2025

Loved Button Farm

Tent ·

Big Field

Button Farm was wonderful. The field was large but had a nice private/intimate feel to it. We enjoyed chatting with Steven during our check-in. I would highly recommend staying here.

Kellie R.

3 reviews

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· April 2025

16 ft car ·

Button Farm

We loved waking up to the bird calls and the warm breeze. What a lovely spot. Really private and flat which is great for car camping.

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David T.

2 reviews

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· November 2024

10/10 Great Camping

Tent ·

Button Farm

Stayed at the Big Field instead of the farm site since both were available upon arrival. Steven is a great host and was very communicative throughout the whole process. Bathroom was very nice and so was the site. 10/10 will come back

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Richard H.

13 reviews

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· October 2024

Had a Wonderful Stay

Tent ·

Big Field

The big field is huge! I think it is stated as 23 acres but it seems even larger. I found it very peaceful. It will accommodate a bunch of people easily so for just me it was great. I didn't have time to hike all the trails nearby but it would be great to come back another time to explore the area over a 2 or 3 night stay in the future. Great host. Great place. Very awesome composting privy... best I've every seen!

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Germantown, Montgomery, Maryland, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking