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Knotty Pines offers a peaceful and secluded camping experience nestled in a pine forest, making it an ideal spot for those looking to unwind in nature. Campers appreciate the spacious sites, thoughtful amenities like a large brick fire pit and hammock-friendly trees, and the friendly hosts who ensure a warm welcome. While the site is private and serene, it's conveniently located near hiking trails and shopping needs. Some campers noted the presence of coyotes and slightly sloped areas at certain sites, but overall, the feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with many planning to return.
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This was a beautiful spot!! And perfect family weekend getaway. It was just as expected and better upon arrival👏🏽 quiet, peaceful and beautiful scenery
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Madison L.
4 reviews
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· July 2025
16 ft car · With pets ·
Knotty Pines
Beautiful camp spot. Only stayed one night but would totally come back. Very nice layout and great amenities :)
Jessica W.
4 reviews
We absolutely loved camping in Knotty Pines! The site, while on the property they live on, was very secluded and peaceful. Lots of birds chirping and plenty of good hammock trees made for a very relaxing time there. The site was very roomie and had one of the best fire set ups I’ve seen at any campsite: a place to keep logs off the ground and covered with a tarp plus a huge brick fire pit. The location was central to many of the hikes we wanted to do in the area and is only about 15 minutes from any shopping needs you may have. Only thing to note is that the coyote population is high in the area and we heard them howling and barking nearby a couple nights. That is to be expected anywhere in this area and didn’t bother us much, but if you have small animals you camp with, make sure you keep them nearby and have space for them in your tent or camper.
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Grace T.
7 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent ·
Knotty Pines
This was a very pleasant camp site nestled in a pine forest. Great fire ring and amenities. Friendly hosts and easy to find.
Justin F.
7 reviews
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Knotty Pines
The campsite was private, peaceful, and spacious.
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Courtney B.
4 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent ·
Pond Side
I tented out for 2 nights. Mornings is cool the birds are cool to watch while brewing your coffee planning day.
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Robert H.
4 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
Tent ·
Pond Side
What a great spot! What a great family. When I arrived I was greeted and directed to my campsite. The campsite well kept and my firewood was there waiting for me.
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Mark M.
5 months on Hipcamp
It’s the third time I have camped here at Knotty Pines and I enjoy this site very much (which is why I keep coming back). Cara is a terrific host and replies quickly to my messages. It is so quiet here and peaceful; the perfect way to unwind with nature.
Darren G.
2 reviews
I had an amazing time camping on Cara’s land! The campsite is absolutely lovely, with soft pine needles covering the ground, making it feel cozy and comfortable to set up the tent. From the moment me and my friend arrived, we were warmly greeted by Cara, the owner, who instantly made us feel at home.
Talking with her and her husband was such a pleasure—they are incredibly friendly, welcoming, and full of great stories. Their hospitality added a personal touch that made the stay even more special.
The natural surroundings were peaceful, and we appreciated the relaxed vibe throughout the property. It’s definitely a place we’ll return to in the future, and we highly recommend it to anyone looking for a charming and comfortable camping experience.
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Leo S.
11 months on Hipcamp
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· October 2024
Tent ·
Pond Side
Beautiful place, make sure wake up early one morning so you can see the view of lake champlain as you drive down their road during golden hour! Fairly remote but not too far of a drive from Peru and Plattsburgh. There's a state forest nearby that you can explore if you'd like. Thanks Cara!
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Harrison W.
1 year on Hipcamp
Knotty Pines site was amazing! Plenty of space and very peaceful. Cara and her husband are friendly and I enjoyed chatting with them both. I really liked the check-in and check-out times because I felt like I had plenty of time to enjoy the site and didn't have to rush. I really enjoyed my stay and I will be back!
Darren G.
2 reviews
Great host, lovely quiet spot. Exactly what we were looking for.
Patrick F.
3 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
Tent ·
Knotty Pines
Beautiful spot! Highly recommend. Very friendly hosts, private area, beautiful scenery and overall a great spot to pitch a tent.
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Jason T.
3 reviews
Pond site is sloped no matter where you try to put your tent… pond was a swamp with a puddle in the middle. We made it work for a night since three travelers met up after each driving 4+ hours but it was very difficult to sleep on an incline. I will say the hosts are extremely kind and welcoming. Be advised this is basically their backyard. Porta potty was convenient and very very clean.
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Kelsey S.
2 reviews
Beautiful place, clean, big space and quiet. Cara, the host, was quickly answering my questions on the app. 5/5.
Bianca D.
1 year on Hipcamp
Knotty Pines is confidently placed atop the pile of past tent sites I've ever visited and I highly recommend you check it out :) The space is as nice, if not nicer, than the photos imply. The spot feels perfectly secluded and serene, but the family and house are 1/8 of a mile away in case you need some things.
Cara and Garrett are perfect hosts, both giving you the space and peace you crave, while being incredibly responsive to messages and being there to help out (my car battery died at the site and they helped me in record time.)
The site is so well appointed: Big open space, lots of space for a few tents, excellent fire pit, solar shower w/a stall for privacy, cute swings that even the adults will love, and a sink for cooking up after meals.
Good luck trying to book it since I feel like I'm going to fill up their calendars :D
Jaime P.
3 reviews
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· July 2024
Tent ·
Knotty Pines
We had such a lovely time staying at this beautiful campsite. The fire pit was perfect and the picnic tables came in handy for dinner prep and the sink was great for cleanup. Host was communicative and kind , will definitely return!
Sarah S.
6 reviews
A really nice place that we definitely want to visit again! It is very quiet, perfect for a relaxing getaway from the city. The owners, Cara and her husband, are very kind!
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Pâmela F.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
Tent ·
Knotty Pines
It was my first time actually having a real camping experience and the site was absolutely perfect. It was private and had everything we could e er ask for. Cara was extremely nice and attentive. She answered fast and gave us everything we needed! The site was beautiful and everything I could have imagined :)
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Raelynn S.
3 reviews
Recommends
· June 2024
Tent · Group trip ·
Pond Side
Beautiful site, very private. Comfortable and convenient. They did a great job making the space seem magical and easy to camp in.
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James S.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
21 ft Class C ·
Knotty Pines
We had a great time at Knotty Pines! Cara and Garett were great hosts. The campsite is private but still close to the facilities. They did a great job clearing out this part of their property so larger campers can easily enter and exit. The whip-poor-wills in the evening and sunrise were an amazing surprise. Our dogs were free to roam and loved every second of it. We will definitely be back.
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Erik C.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2024
Tent ·
Knotty Pines
Beautiful place to camp; secluded but easy to access.
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Kaj H.
3 reviews
We had a lovely stay at Knotty Pines tent camping. The site was perfect for what we were looking for - very peaceful and quiet. Just an overall relaxing time! It was a large site with room for our campervan as well as a large tent. And plenty of space for the dogs to roam. Cara was a wonderful host and we had everything to make our stay comfortable! We’ll be back again to do some hiking nearby!
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Theresa M.
1 year on Hipcamp
Wonderful site. Even more wonderful hosts. Secluded and peaceful. Idyllic even. Would definitely camp here again. Clean and well organised too.
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Matt B.
3 reviews
Recommends
· April 2024
Tent · Group trip ·
Pond Side
Great campsite! Felt so secluded and a beautiful view -- we cam off season for the eclipse and Cara & her husband were very helpful
The site is a bit slanted but we were comfortable and the view of the pond was worth it.
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Colleen P.
1 year on Hipcamp
I had a wonderful time at Knotty Pines! Cara and her husband were so welcoming and gave me a great tour of the property before leading me to my campsite. My campsite was very private and had everything I needed, including a swing, picnic bench, sink, and shower. It was the perfect place to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. I would highly recommend Knotty Pines to anyone looking for a great hipcamp experience! My only regret was not coming to the campsite earlier to be able to use the canoe!
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Ejay R.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2023
20 ft campervan ·
Knotty Pines
Knotty Pine was a beautiful sanctuary and we loved it! We appreciated the attention to details that were helpful and fun! Clean and private, and so quiet! You have a gift for making guests feel welcome! Thank you, Leia and Bob
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Leia E.
4 reviews
Recommends
· September 2023
Tent ·
Pond Side
Beautiful, private, quiet spot. Cara and her family were very friendly and helpful. Everything was as promised and we couldn't ask for more. Definitely hoping to return when we come back to the ADK:)
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Loretta H.
2 reviews
Stayed for one night and completely enjoyed this quiet, well maintained, large, and secluded spot. Nice set up in the site itself. Would definitely return if in the area, and recommend without hesitation.
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Eric J.
2 reviews
Just back from a 3 night stay at knotty pines. Very quiet setting, do recommend a mosquito tent and spray, a portable toilet if your staying longer than 1 night and what would make this stay perfect, an outdoor hot and cold shower stall. Hosts are very generous with the quantity of wood in their bundles (ordered 2 when 1 was more than enough)
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Catherine B.
2 years on Hipcamp
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Peru, Clinton, New York, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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