150 acres hosted by Matt A.
3 RV/tent sites · 1 RV site
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Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.
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89% Recommend52 ratings · 26 reviews
Champion Valley offers a truly secluded camping experience, with privacy and an abundance of wildlife. While the site's isolation is a major draw, the muddy and slippery access roads can be challenging, especially for trailers. The area is spacious and hosts activities like paintball and axe throwing, adding to the appeal for those seeking more than just a quiet retreat. Some campers reported maintenance issues, such as overgrown areas or the need to chop provided firewood, but overall, the site is well-loved for its natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere.
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Alex H.
9 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2025
32 ft toy hauler ·
Gus's Grove
Beautiful spots at Gus’s Grove and turtle point! If you have a trailer getting into or out of the spots will be challenging on slick days but worth it 👍
Erik R.
2 years on Hipcamp
I almost don’t want to write this review, but Matt and Champion Valley deserve it. I worried that I will encourage too many people to start using this site and it will be all booked up and I won’t be able to come back. This site is amazing! The description is very accurate. What I didn’t have an appreciation for was just how isolated and private this site really is. You have the place to yourself! The only “neighbors” are the incredible birds and wildlife to enjoy. The location is spacious. Be ready to switch into 4 wheel drive to get into the site, path in can be muddy and slippery. There is a great spot for a tent pad, commode, or hammock tucked into a stand of trees. On weekends, you can expect to awake to what the location is known for a paintball establishment. The pop of paintballs is all part of the experience. I rate the site a 101 out of 100, 11 out of 10, or 6 out of 5 stars.
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Greg C.
6 reviews
This site was ideal for a quick mindfulness stay. I heard a number of coyotes in the evening. As well as watching a couple of beavers work tirelessly on a huge oak tree. Fascinating rodents. I heard them around 2 in the morning. Quietly got out of my tent and crawled to the edge of a pond and there they were. I’ll be going back and I will recommend this site to my friends and family. And having free firewood to gather was an added bonus. Thanks Matt!
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Jerry S.
10 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
Tent · With pets ·
Base Camp - Champion Valley
Great site, plenty of room and privacy at Gus’ Grove. Well kept and clean.
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Kaymen J.
2 reviews
Other than not being able to use the picnic table because people mowed around it instead of moving out to mow, it was actually really nice! It was beautiful and peaceful and very private.
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Carmen L.
11 months on Hipcamp
This isn't really a place for camping. You'll need to drive to a restroom, the included wood is full-size trees you'll need to chop yourself, and the "road" to the site is so mud logged you couldn't walk it if you wanted to.
Super cool for axe throwing! Paintball would have been great but we wanted to play a particular type that we had to reserve but didn't have enough people to reserve.
It's not a place for camping. It seems like a place you would go to paintball and may just happen to throw up a tent.
Location
Lakeville, Scott, Minnesota, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Matt A.
Joined in April 2021Things to do nearby
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