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Blackthorn Retreat

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· Randolph, Riley, Kansas
101 acres hosted by Dave C.
2 lodging sites · 6 RV/tent sites · 3 tent sites
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Best in Kansas: Finalist
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.
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Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
Dave is a Star Host
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The most unique feature of this property is that it was unaltered for the last 50 years. Purchased in 2015 by us  for use in outdoor skills instruction as Blackthorn-USA. In 2018 we developed Blackthorn Retreat as a private campground. Densely wooded and home to many animals this property is unlike any other place in the area. It was, and is, our intention to create campsites and usable space without the use of heavy equipment to maintain the natural setting and diverse wildlife habitat. While we are now altering the property, we are working with our land as opposed to forcing it to our will. Come see us. Adventure awaits!
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164 ratings · 136 reviews
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Kel H.recommends
December 31, 2023
Rock Ridge
10/10
Dave was an amazing guy and was very helpful! Dave provided us with a map 🗺️ (which was very useful) and some firewood to keep us warm!!! The place was a 10/10 and I’ll be coming back again!!!
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Jack C.recommends
November 20, 2023
Blackthorn Basecamp
Dave was a great dude and was super accommodating with anything I needed (firewood). The road was really well maintained and I would definitely come back here again.
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Gina B.recommends
November 5, 2023
Camp Ash!
Great stay!
Loved it! We stayed in the Camp Ash site - surrounded by trees, but close to the car for carrying gear. Dave is so kind and helpful, and the dogs and cats around the property are adorable. Lots of trails and area to explore. We will definitely come back!
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Meg O.recommends
October 23, 2023
Blackthorn Basecamp
Dave’s land is ideal for camping! He was very helpful in getting me to my site. I would highly recommend.
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Claire T.recommends
October 22, 2023
Rock Ridge
Great camping site!
Such a great gem! Our kids loved the swing and canvas tent on stilts with the sparkle lights. Nice land and beautiful to walk around. Dave was awesome and super helpful. Would stay here again!
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Lisa T.recommends
October 22, 2023
The Gothic Pod
We had a great stay! The Gothic Pods were cute, clean and comfortable. I would definitely stay again. Thanks!
Location
Randolph, Riley, Kansas, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Washtáge Moⁿzháⁿ (Kaw / Kansa), 𐓏𐒰𐓓𐒰𐓓𐒷 𐒼𐓂𐓊𐒻 𐓆𐒻𐒿𐒷 𐓀𐒰^𐓓𐒰^(Osage), and Očhéthi Šakówiŋ First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Dave C.Joined in June 2018
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