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Backwoods Browns

Hosted by Aaron · Fennville, Michigan

12 guests max

100%

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

Pull off the blacktop onto the grassy drive running through the field and forest. The sites are just off of the road, and minutes from lots of local culture and recreation. We do have two sites available, but we'll only take one booking at a time. So, you'll have the area to yourself and your choice of campsites. Groups that add up to at least 8 people to the booking can use both sites. The clearing is about an acre and is surrounded by forest. Our home is next door, but you have your own drive.Pull off the blacktop onto the grassy drive running through the field and forest. The site is private, but just minutes from lots of local culture and recreation. The clearing is right off of the road, is about half an acre, and is surrounded by forest. The campsite is approximately 30 ft long and 20 ft deep. We only book one group at a time. So, you'll have the area to yourself. Set up wherever fits you best! The fire pit is provided with one or two nights of wood depending on how much you burn. The site has access to trash and water (May-Oct). All other amenities and services must be included in your camping system. All human waste must be contained within your system and packed out. We are right next door if you need anything!

RV details

Caravans, Camper Trailers, Campervans, Motorhomes, Campervans, and Cars allowed

It's a tight spot for large vehicles. Some larger Camper Vans or Class B's might be tricky. We allow cars, but require you to have your own sewage system.

Vehicles under 9 meters allowed

Turn around space inside is roughly 30 ft wide and 20 ft deep.

Back-in site

Turn around space inside is roughly 30 ft wide and 20 ft deep.

Accommodates slideouts

Turn around space inside is roughly 30 ft wide and 20 ft deep.

Surface type: grass-or-paddock

The ground is flat in general, but has not been graded to ensure that it is 100% level.

Surface levelness: flat

The ground is flat in general, but has not been graded to ensure that it is 100% level.

No Fifth wheels, Caravans, and Motorhomes

It's a tight spot for large vehicles. Some larger Camper Vans or Class B's might be tricky. We allow cars, but require you to have your own sewage system.

Generators allowed

As much as possible please refrain from using generators during quiet hours (10p-7a)

No electrical connection

No water connection

We do provide potable water from our home well via a BPA free hose. You're welcome to use it however you'd like.

No sewage connection

No TV connection

What to expect

Vehicle site

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

12 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided, firepit. Sites include a pile of wood that should last you one to two nights depending on your use of wood.

Pets allowed

Off leash, on leash. As long as you can control your pet, your routine is your business.

No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets

Potable water available

Hose. Water is provided to a spigot from our home via a hose.

Bins available

Trash bin

No showers

There's a hose out in the open... what you do with it is your business.

Cooking equipment absent

Picnic table absent

No wifi

Laundry absent

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Early or late check-in may be available

Check out: Before 1:00 PM

Late check-out may be available

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy: Flexible

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 6 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

2WD accessible

During your trip

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Reviews

100% Recommend57 ratings · 45 reviews

The campsite offers a tranquil and private setting, perfect for those seeking a peaceful retreat. Guests appreciate the proximity to charming towns like Saugatuck and Douglas, making it a convenient base for exploration. The host, Aaron, is frequently praised for his friendliness and helpfulness, ensuring guests have everything they need during their stay. The site is well-maintained, with amenities like firewood and water readily available, adding to the overall positive experience.

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· August 2025

5 m car

So nice to guarantee the place to ourselves as they don't double book. Wide open sky for stars and super close to town for easy breakfast next morning. Will stay there again for sure.

Geoff L.

2 reviews

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· July 2025

Just what I needed...!

6 m Class B

Wonderful stay at a great little stop over/ hideaway between Saugatuck and Fennville. Can't say enough good things about Aaron and his responsiveness and friendliness.

Erich H.

3 reviews

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· July 2025

Was perfect!!!

6 m Class B

The spot is great, wooded and feels private even though right next to the road. But the stand out for me was the hospitality of the host, Aaron. I was able to make a very late reservation for that night, and when I told him I was eager for a fire, he had one started for me as I arrived! Also provided tips for kayaking and other activities in the area. Will definitely stay here again.

Erich H.

3 reviews

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· July 2025

An excellent out of the way place

6 m travel trailer · With kids

This was our second trip to Hidden drive and we enjoyed it just as much this time. It's quiet, secluded, well maintained and ideally located for short trips to Lake Michigan to swim, Douglas and Saugatuke. Thank you Arron for making this site available and we hope to return again shortly.

Christopher B.

8 reviews

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· July 2025

6 m campervan

We have stayed multiple times at Aaron’s place with our camper van and have always loved a quiet and beautiful place to rest next to all the vibrant places to explore in the Saugatuck and Douglas areas. There is so much to see and do in this area, but hidden drive has always been a consistent place to relax, unwind, enjoy the silence, and plan our next day. We recently visited in peak season and loved the dunes, art and food in the area, but have also visited in the fall where the best of Michigan is really on display. This is also close to where my grandparents lived years ago (Fennville) and has become a great food and wine area. Thanks to Aaron and family for always making sure everything is okay each time we stay.

Glenn C.

3 reviews

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· June 2025

Lovely camp

Two great areas to set up Basecamp! The nearest one to the road (on the right as you enter) offers nice shade in the evening, I recommend parking your vehicle facing north, alongside the tall grass. Speaking of tall grass, our dogs enjoyed exploring and lounging in the tall grass. This was our second visit! Please see my first review.

Tom M.

31 reviews

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· May 2025

Great spot!

3 m pop-up camper

Aaron is a great host. He came out and greeted us upon arrival. He checked in during our stay to make sure we were ok. This site is right off the road but was very private and quiet. The road was not busy at all. There was a hose which was very nice to have access to water. This was a great base camp for visiting Holland, Saugatuck and the local beaches. We really enjoyed this spot and will be back.

Jennifer J.

4 reviews

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· May 2025

Safe, peaceful and dog friendly

7 m Class C · With pets

This space was so great for my dog and i and our 23 ft rig during our first few days of full time bus life! It was incredibly peaceful (so many birds!) and very private. It is right off of a road but it doesn't feel like it and is super tucked away and safe. The hosts were so great and gave great recs that I asked for. Plus the location is prime for Saugatuck and Douglas and so many beautiful trails.

Austin D.

2 reviews

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· May 2025

5 m car

Great location, near Saugatuck and there was so much to do there! Nice private camping spot, we would definitely stay again! Nice hosts too, helpful and responsive.

Cassie R.

5 reviews

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· April 2025

6 m campervan · With pets

Great site near Douglas and Saugatuck. Holland also just a short drive away. Site was private and safe. Easy to locate. Host was friendly and accommodating without being intrusive. We've already booked a second trip for the summer!

Stacey D.

27 reviews

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· April 2025

Wonderful getaway

6 m campervan · With pets

A peaceful, pretty campsite for relaxation, campfires, and quick drives to fun towns like Douglas, Saugatuck and Holland -- as well as dog parks, State Parks, hiking, sand dunes, and Lake Michigan.

Tom M.

31 reviews

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· October 2023

5 m car

Loved this spot! Easy to find, clean, in a great location, yet felt private. Aaron was friendly and easy to work with. Would love to come back!

Jacob G.

5 reviews

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· October 2023

Wonderful private spot

5 m car · With pets

We had a great time at this private little spot starting a fire with the wood provided and letting our cat walk around

Henry R.

3 reviews

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· October 2023

Such a great experience!

5 m car

This campsite was perfect for what we were looking for. It’s private, right outside of Saugatuck and they even had firewood for us to use! Aaron was super responsive and was there to help if we needed anything. We will be back!

Kelsey H.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· October 2023

Fall getaway

5 m travel trailer

Great location to Saugatuck/Douglas. Pretty setting, easy access, great communication with owner

Mike L.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· September 2023

Hidden drive is a hidden Gem!

6 m travel trailer

Hidden drive is a quaint, quiet, cute little location close to Douglas, Saugaturk MI so its well suited to enjoy Lake Michigan shoreline. It's close to beaches, interesting sites by bicycle or a short drive and the bigger town of Holland is only 20mins away. We really enjoyed the area and the site and plan on returning again next year. Thank you for having this little gem available Aaron !!!

Christopher B.

8 reviews

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· August 2023

Loved the location/privacy

5 m car · Group trip

Loved the location of this spot, we were so close to town. Aaron only rents the 2 sites out to 1 party at a time, which was such a pleasant change from the parking lot camping experience you get at most campgrounds. The water onsite was an added bonus. Would definitely stay here again

Rebecca S.

7 reviews

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· August 2023

1 m pop-up camper · Group trip

Great remote spot just off the road, fantastic host as well. Free blackberries if you catch the right time of year. 10/10 Would camp here again!

Jason B.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· August 2023

5 m car

I don't want to tell anyone about this place, it's too perfect. The sites are nicely secluded and it's as quiet and peaceful as you could ever ask for. We had a wonderful night camping here, would love to return the next time we visit the area.

Ken H.

3 reviews

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· August 2023

5 m Class C

Cheryl was the host and she was very nice and accommodating. She even fills up my water tank and let me use her hose. Nice grassy spot with electrical plug-in. No fire pit.

Michele W.

3 reviews

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· July 2023

3 m travel trailer

Hidden drive is a little gem. Tucked away from the busy parts of town but close enough to everything. We really enjoyed the quiet space.

Kristen W.

3 reviews

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· July 2023

5 m Class B · With pets

Just outside of Douglas/ Saugatuck. Aaron was super communicative and responsive. Site was well maintained and provides water. Quiet.

Tim M.

2 reviews

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· July 2023

Simple, quiet campsite.

5 m car

Aaron has a great, simple, private campground on his property! Water is provided, and nice firepits. He had freshly chopped would at the site and trash can as well. Blackberry bushes in abundance! The sites are slightly close to a road but doesn’t take away from the privacy too much.

Chance L.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· July 2023

Hidden drive is right

2 m travel trailer

The spot was clean and pleasant. I appreciate that both spots are not rented at the same time unless it's to the same party. There's always shade in one camp or the other which made it easy to stay comfortable. There is a little road noise but not much. Our host was easy to communicate with and offered helpful suggestions to our inquiry.

Janelle H.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· July 2023

Awesome stay!

7 m travel trailer

Aaron's spot is outstanding. He greeted me and was available if I had any questions. There is privacy, plenty of room for a camper, sun and shade. As long as your dog is good, they don't have to be leashed - Maizy was really psyched about that. He even put in a stone fire pit and supplied the wood for a good campfire. Having water readily available was very convenient. Great beaches nearby and cute towns. I will return again.

Jackie P.

4 reviews

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· June 2023

3 m campervan

Location was peaceful and beautiful! Forgot how convenient it is to have water available which was was wonderful! After a long day in a lot of crowds it was so nice to have a quiet place to unwind and have a campfire (wood provided- huge bonus!). Aaron was helpful, receptive and available for anything we needed. Definitely will look to stay there again but linger 😊

Northwoods D.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· June 2023

Delight!

6 m campervan

Just perfect for us on our stop over in South Haven. Beautiful little clearing nicely tucked into trees with house nearby but total privacy. Water, garbage, fire pit and wood. So perfect. All we needed. Can’t wait to come back and stay a while and visit the dunes. We did not meet Aaron but he was always available via text, and his kindness and generosity hooked us. What an attentive, conscientious, above-and-beyond communicator and host. Thank you, Aaron!

Karen C.

9 reviews

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· May 2023

5 m car · Group trip

The spot was great, and Aaron was an awesome and super generous host. Would happily return!

Bryce B.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· March 2023

Greatly Maintained Campsite.

5 m car

This campsite was great! I choose a VERY cold and snowy night to camp.... Aaron was very kind and attentive, and offered what he had to offer (dry wood etc.). Even though this site was attached to their property, it felt secluded for the most part. I'll be back! PSA- there are not many full trees around, so don't plan on hanging in a hammock or setting up tarp for shelter/shade!

Christopher G.

2 reviews

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· January 2023

3 m car · With pets

Car camping on Aaron's land was great! He was very responsive and helpful with any questions we had. Would definitely recommend!

Rachael F.

2 years on Hipcamp