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Sterling Creek Sites

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· Martville, Cayuga, New York
5 acres hosted by Emily H.
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My brother and I were raised exploring the woods and still enjoy a stroll in our outback woods. We are looking forward to sharing our property and beautiful nearby attractions. Learn more about this land: PET FRIENDLY!  These sites are located along Sterling Creek on a trail in the woods.  These sites are intended for beginner campers and families who prefer to relax close to civilization. If you are looking for a deep woods, primitive site, this is not for you. It is recommended to book another site if you exceed 8 people. Please send a message if you have any questions! PLEASE READ EACH SITE DESCRIPTION BEFORE CHOOSING A SITE.  ********************************************************************************************** SITE DESCRIPTIONS  Site 1/Site A is the first site along the trail and it includes a rock fire pit, a picnic table, a bench, pallets to stack your fire wood, and an additional pit with a grate for cooking. This is a large site that can fit multiple tents or campers. Campers must pass through Site A to get to other sites. The outhouse is also located at Site A.  Site 2/Site B is more secluded and it is down a steep hill. Please note that it may be difficult for some vehicles to drive back up the hill, so it may need to be parked before entering the site. With that being said, there has not been any issues thus far with cars getting back up. This site is located right next to a small frog pond. Kids love catching frogs here! This site can fit 2-3 tents. A wooden bench and a fire pit is provided at this site. Site 3/Site C is a small, one tent site with a metal fire ring. The site is directly off the trail with a view of the creek. No other amenities are provided.  Site 4/Site D is located back off the trail and can accommodate 1 tent. This site has a rock fire pit and no other amenities are provided.  *********************************************************************************************** THINGS TO KNOW There is one outhouse (blue bowl) located at Site A and it is shared with other campers, if other sites are booked. Campers must walk back through the trails to access (no more than a quarter of a mile walk).  We are located 15 minutes from the Sterling Renaissance Festival, Sterling Stage, Fair Haven State Park and beach, and the Sterling Nature Center! ***Fair Haven Beach: Approximately $8 per car. Has a sandy beach for swimming, fishing, a pier, and hiking trails.  ***Sterling Nature Center: Free entry. Has a rock beach for swimming (water shoes recommended), dogs allowed on a leash, and hiking trails.  ***Stering Renaissance Festival: Select weekends July-August. There is a convenience store located a minute away for any last minute needs. Fire wood is available for purchase heading north on Route 104. Less than 10 minutes away there is a 24 hour convenience store and restaurant.  Please review check-in instructions prior to arrival as some phones do not get service. AT&T gets the best cell service, Verizon is hit or miss, and other providers such as Sprint and T-Mobile may not work.  The owner of the land, Pete, often drives down to the site to ensure the campers are settled and can answer any questions. Upon request, he can show you where the water spigot is located.  PLEASE REMEMBER: Any trash or belongings brought in MUST be carried out. Thank you! OTHER NOTES *Please note that using a port-a-potty is not for everyone. If you don't feel comfortable using one, please bring your own or use the woods. This is camping after all :) *In the spring, or after a good rain, the trails may be muddy in some areas. Please stay safe. As the summer gets hotter, the creek may dry up in some spots. If you are coming in the later summer, you shouldn't expect a great, flowing creek.  *Upon entering the sites, you will encounter Pete's collection of machinery, cars, and other equipment. Once you are on the trails, you will be surrounded by greens.  If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to send a message! We hope to see you soon!
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Lindsay N.recommends
July 11, 2022
Secluded Sites along Sterling Creek
Great place to stay
We stayed in the last site and it was perfect. Cute hiking trails and very spacious. About a 15 minute drive to the Ren Fair. Emily and Pete were both very helpful and nice. I will definitely be staying here again and would highly reccomend.
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Allison O.recommends
July 11, 2022
Secluded Sites along Sterling Creek
Beautiful camping with stars and fireflies! Quite buggy in the afternoon/evening in the mid summer, but otherwise beautiful
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Zara H.recommends
June 24, 2022
Secluded Sites along Sterling Creek
Third time & it's still charming
This was my third time here and I enjoyed it just as much as the last two. I even survived the scary thunderstorm! I appreciated being checked up on earlier in the evening, as I also appreciated the ample privacy given there. Always a pleasure.
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Jeff C.recommends
September 7, 2021
Secluded Sites along Sterling Creek
a great labor day weekend
site near the frog pond was beautiful. the creek is shallow there but very pretty as well.
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Zara H.recommends
August 25, 2021
Secluded Sites along Sterling Creek
Emily let me know before my stay that, since I would be the only camper, I could choose from any of the sites. I scoped all of them out and site B is by far the coolest! It felt secluded and private while still being open. I also found the little hill to be super easy, far less disconcerting than it appeared. My Honda CR-V had no problem either way. The frog pond at site B was indeed full of singing frogs and the creek right by me was lively thanks to the rain. Saw lots of crayfish and more frogs, plus some minnows. I think the entire property was lovely! Although I could hear some work being done on the farm, the evening was mostly quiet and I never saw a soul--exactly what I wanted. Emily's description is accurate. I knew I was in the vicinty of other people but never felt invaded on, perfect for my first solo camping trip. I will note that while site A is super cool and fatastic for bigger groups, you can see the farm property/people's vehicles; site B just down the hill kept me totally on my own. There were lots of bats at night and the stars were beautiful! All in all, I had a wonderful time and would absolutely recommend for anyone who wants to have some seclusion and privacy without being totally removed from the world.
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William K.recommends
August 19, 2021
Secluded Sites along Sterling Creek
Great campsite!
Great camp site! I was able to book this site last minute with no issues. Near a creek which is great to fall asleep to and the amenities were nice!
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Martville, Cayuga, New York, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Onundagaonoga (Onondaga) and Ho-de-no-sau-nee-ga (Haudenosaunee) 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 Emily H.Joined in June 2018
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