Forest Farmstead

Hosted by Terry · Rockport, Washington

19 guests max

92%

93 reviews

Near North Cascades National Park

Within a 30-minute drive from the North Cascades National Park Wilderness Information Center.

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

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Romantic

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is romantic.

Our old growth temperate rain forest homestead begins the wild and uncut wilderness that extends 40 miles to the Canadian boarder and beyond just as far. Before us it was part of Cascadian Farm (the organic food brand which still operates a lovely ice cream, esspresso, and berry stand adjacent to us), and before that it was one of the first farms this deep into the Cascade Range supplying food for the crews building the dams. We offer both a yurt and tree house. You will be on our small farm/homestead that is backed up to the Mount Baker National Forest with undisturbed forest all north all the way to the Canadian border to the north, Baker lake to the north west, and to the North Cascades National park to the North east. The Skagit River flows to the south of us. If you like freezing cold glacier water, we'll provide you with a map where you can walk down to the river to cool off at a safe swimming hole. Guests love staying here "Such a glorious and relaxed stay. The yurt really was a palace, it was so spacious and had many thoughtful amenities. We hiked on the mountain, forded a river and played with Hiland cows, all within walking distance of the yurt. I was worried that it would be cold but we were toasty and were even able to cook full course meals. Terry and Erin were the perfect hosts, responsive and yet non-instrusive. Thank you so much for letting us have this experience!"This 30 foot diameter yurt has over 700 square feet of space, a mini kitchen, wood stove, table and chairs, a couch, and a mini library with books, magazines, and games. Three 'bedrooms', two with double beds and one with a single including a roll out trundle bed. Including the couch it sleeps seven; bring sleeping pads and the sky's the limit! You will be on our small farm/homestead that is backed up to the Mount Baker National Forest with undisturbed forest all north all the way to the Canadian border to the north, Baker lake to the north west, and to the North Cascades National park to the North east. The Skagit River flows to the south of us. If you like freezing cold glacier water, we'll provide you with a map where you can walk down to the river to cool off at a safe swimming hole. For those drawn to the animals we currently have a flock of chickens and a farm cat! Doing some infrastructure work to accommodate a new herd next spring

What to expect

Yurt

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

19 guests max

Toilet available

Composting toilet

No campfires

Make sure to get an orientation before using the wood stove.

No pets

Our farm animals, and proximity to wildlife make us very cautious about pets. Feel free to ask about a special circumstance.

Drinking water available

Hose, bottled water or jugs. The creeks on our property come from springs and are also safe to drink from.

Bins available

Compost bin, recycling bin, trash bin

Cooking equipment present

Bbq

Picnic table present

No showers

Bathe in river or stream. We have a great river spot a 10-15 minute walk away. It is clean, cold, and refreshing.

No wifi

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 3:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Super Strict

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 9 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

During your trip

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Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

Reviews

92% Recommend120 ratings · 93 reviews

The yurt offers a cozy and inviting atmosphere, perfect for those looking to escape into nature while still enjoying some comforts of home. Guests frequently mention the warmth and comfort provided by the wood stove and the abundance of blankets, creating a snug and peaceful environment. The views of the nearby mountains and the surrounding nature add to the tranquility of the stay. However, a few guests noted the need for minor repairs and updates, such as cleaning the dome on top of the yurt or addressing mildew smells.

Summary AI-generated from real reviews

Recommends

· May 2025

Great spot! Cozy inside, very nice host and awesome location for accessing the park.

Emily K.

9 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· May 2025

The yurt was so cozy and peaceful! There were a ton of blankets and an electric heater which kept it nice and cozy. An electric kettle for us to make coffee in the morning and a gas stove to cook soup on. The bathroom is a lil composting shed nearby, a very short walk which was really convenient and you get to see amazing views of the nearby mountain. The birdsong and rain noises outside the yurt made for a really relaxing and peaceful time! We would definitely stay again:)

Kayli S.

3 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· May 2025

With kids

We would recommend it. I was a bit disappointed they didn’t have the hanging separations between the bed areas. I really liked that. They had like those Chinese screen things which don’t really do much for ambience. If they could clean that dome on the top for the light that would be amazing. I mean overall it was a really nice area.

Kandi Su S.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· May 2025

Basecamp for River Rafting

Group trip

We very much enjoyed our 2 night stay inside the yurt! There were 3 couples in our group. Two couples used the queen bed and full bed while the other brought their camping bed and slept on the floor. (The twin bed was just a bit too small for them.) We kept the yurt warm at night with the wood burning stove and the wood that the hosts provided. One of our friends was able to use the gas stove to make broccoli cheese soup for the group. The outhouse was clean with hot running water to wash our hands in. They also provided a hot shower next to the outhouse but our group did not utilize it. We chose the yurt as our base while we rafted the Sauk River. The property had parking for our truck and trailer and another car. During our stay we chatted with other hipcampers and a family that stays on the property. We were able to get up and close with sheep as well. We highly recommend staying here! You don't regret it!

Rainier N.

3 reviews

Recommends

· April 2025

Perfect for families-kids too!

With kids

We had such a great time staying at this yurt camp! We came with kids and weren’t sure what to expect, but everything was honestly perfect. The beds were super warm and comfy (huge bonus with kids), and the fire kept the whole space cozy at night. We had access to hot water, a clean compost toilet, and everything we needed in the kitchen—pants and utensils. There was a full propane stove, fresh water, and electricity, plus extra blankets, heated blankets, a heater, fan, lights. It was rainy during our stay, but it ended up being the best kind of camping: dry, cozy, and peaceful inside the yurt while still being surrounded by nature. It was super quiet and peaceful the whole time, which made it so relaxing. We forgot our French press and coffee filters (oops), but made it work with paper towels and still managed to enjoy our morning coffee! The urinal we saw in a few of the photos was actually gone, but it worked out better for us without it anyway. The location is also perfect—really close to some amazing state and national parks, so we got to explore, hike, and spend quality time outdoors as a family. Back at the yurt, there were tons of board games, puzzles, and books, which made downtime really fun and chill, especially with the kids. Everything was well maintained, super clean, and just felt really thoughtful. The hosts were great and made sure we had everything we needed. It was the perfect mix of rustic and comf

Fawn M.

2 reviews

Recommends

· April 2025

With kids

We had a great time staying in the Yurt Palace. My husband and I traveled with four of our children age 12-18 and the Yurt had plenty of space for all of us to eat, sleep and hangout. The property was nice and expansive and was great for some flashlight hide and seek. The rope swing gave our kids hours of entertainment and the treehouse was really cool. The onsite host was very responsive and helpful making sure we had everything we needed. The wood stove kept the Yurt very warm and there were plenty of blankets. We would definitely stay here again!!

Shirleyann C.

2 reviews

Recommends

· October 2024

Cozy and Spacious

With kids

The Yurt was basic without running water and you needed to walk a bit to get to the toilets on the other side of camp, but we found it relatively clean and cozy. We spent two nights there. It got a little cold as the space heaters couldn't quite keep up at night. But there was a stove for a fire that could have been used to keep the place warmer if you wanted to get up periodically at night to tend it. There was coffee, which we appreciated, and games and puzzles that the kids enjoyed. Definitely a big step up from tent camping! We would stay again if we were in the area. Thank you for your stay!

Caroline H.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· September 2024

Glamping experience

Group trip

We loved the yurt! It's really cozy and homey. Would definitely recommend it :)

María Soledad C.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· August 2024

Camping with an upgrade!

With kids

Beautiful location. Everything you need and more for a great glamping experience. Unexpected addition of a hot shower was a nice bonus! Not far to drive to Lake Diablo and the North Cascades National Park Visitor Centre with plenty of trails. The accommodation is 'rough & ready' so as the hosts say, if you want a hotel finish, this is not the right place for you. If you want camping with a comfy bed, kitchen and all the amenities including fridge/freezer and toaster, then this is perfect! We were only here one night but wished we could have stayed longer.

Ian Paul M.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· August 2024

Nice tucked away yurt!

Had a great time here, the yurt is very comfortable and homey. There isn't much space around the yurt but had access to plenty of bathrooms and showers. The beds are a life saver when camping and the host was very friendly!

Darrin C.

4 reviews

Not recommend

· August 2024

With kids

The yurt was in desperate need of repair. Extremely mildewy smelling and everything was damp due to wet, mildewy canvas of yurt even though it was mid summer. Hardly anywhere to park due to overgrown blackberry bushes, unlevel porch and yurt floor. Left early as smell was too overwhelming.

Dale M.

5 years on Hipcamp

Not recommend

· August 2024

My friends and I would never spend the money to stay here again. We even left early because we were too uncomfortable staying 2 more nights. The owner is not on site and the property manager barely welcomed us and showed us around. I had to go and find him and ask questions in order to get any information. The listing of the Yurt is very different now, so please continue to book with caution. This place has so much potential, but it has been completely neglected. Driving up, you feel like you are at a junkyard. The yurt itself was super hot, so thankfully they had fans running. There were spiders and webs all over and we even had a mouse inside. The fridge doesn’t work, so the property manager brought in an emergency cooler that smelled like mildew but was functional so we were thankful our food wasn’t going to go bad. The “appliances” are barely usable (toaster is super dirty, French press could maybe make half a cup of coffee). There’s clutter everywhere (like an entire stack of plywood just piled adding to the clutter). When I looked behind the counters and stove, there was a bunch of dirty kitchen utensils and something that looked like it was rotting. There is a shower you walk to, and definitely no trail to the river. We thought this place was going to be much nicer than it was. When I reached out to the owner and property manager to let them know we were leaving early because of how uncomfortable we were, nobody responded to rectify the situation.

Erin L.

2 reviews

Recommends

· July 2024

With kids

What a lovely place to stay to visit North Cascades. The yurt is very big and there are clean towels and a hot shower after a nice hike in the park. The site on Hipcamp is not update anymore. The animals are gone and the treehouse is gone but the rest is the same.

Marino V.

5 reviews

Recommends

· June 2024

Cozy stay

Group trip

I loved staying here! There was a really cozy ambiance in the rainstorms during our stay. I was pleased that there was electricity since I didn’t know whether there would be. Unfortunately, the treehouse was out of order. We did not see our host at all, but were well taken care of. There was enough water and firewood, as well as a nice bathhouse and outhouse only a quick jog away. There were about 6-7 adult sized sleeping spots, and that worked well for our group. The beds were really cozy and most of our group slept in each day. I liked being able to see the sky at night through the little window on the roof, which did leak, but hardly enough to be any problem, maybe a few drops, and most stuck to the wall and dried without issue. It’s different from the photos online. I think some are from 2017. There’s no urinal anymore, for starters. There were lots of cobwebs, but they were abandoned and weren’t bothering anyone. The door hates to stay closed and irked me to no end as I’d hear it click open when I’d walk away. However, the stove was so nice and the firewood was nicely seasoned and caught fire quickly. It reminded me of my wood stove at home. Overall, a really great stay especially considering the unsavory weather.

Ella B.

8 reviews

Recommends

· June 2024

Cozy yurt with a view!

Group trip

Yurt life is amazing. The outhouse was very nice with hot water to wash your hands. We made homemade pizzas and went on the walk around the property and down to the river. We even got a visit from a friendly cat. Despite it raining the night we stayed we really enjoyed the coziness of the space.

Amanda C.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· April 2024

With kids

We loved the spacious yurt and the kids loved the rope swing. Terry was very helpful and friendly. The farm has great views and is very peaceful and relaxing. We really enjoyed our time.

David H.

1 year on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· August 2023

Tent

The treehouse was pretty neat, though I’m not sure if the self-lifting part worked. I followed the instructions, but didn’t have any luck, and the hosts didn’t respond to my message about it, nor did they respond to another message I sent asking which water was potable. I did fit in the treehouse diagonally, and there was a mosquito net, though a bit awkward to use from that position. The cat on the site was sweet.

Ashlyn M.

20 reviews

Recommends

· August 2023

A private treehouse stay!

Tent

I loved the concept of the treehouse and how you could hoist yourself up into the trees. The treehouse had complete privacy from the hosts house and other hipcampers. Terry was friendly and greeted us upon arrival. The shower house and compostable toilet were great features.

Sharni B.

2 reviews

Recommends

· July 2023

Tent

Great location! Beautiful view! There is u pick berries down the road for a tasty snack

Robert J.

5 reviews

Recommends

· June 2023

Tent

Had a great time camping out on the property! We opted to just camp out in the alderwood grove instead of the treehouse as we were a larger group and it was perfect!

Ankit N.

7 reviews

Mixed feelings

· October 2022

Good and cheap option

Tent

Pros: low cost, great location, close to amazing hikes, close to restaurants and stores. Cons: lots of spiders inside, hard to find if getting in at dark.

Kaleena S.

2 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· September 2022

Camping with animals!

Tent

We loved the treehouse. It was perfect for camping in the Pacific Northwest, as it was a great shelter for when it rained—much better than a tent! We LOVED the farm animals—when we were there, there was a young chicken family, a beautiful cow, some very friendly cats, and a herd of goats. Plus an outdoor kitchen and a shower on the way, I believe!

Alexis R.

4 reviews

Recommends

· August 2022

STUMP HOUSE IS THE BEST! Loved IT!!

Tent

I just loved staying at Stump House. It was a very peaceful and inspiring place to be. You feel like you are a part of everything around you, in tune with the Universe. And the outdoor shower was to die for!!!I highly of it!!!

Monika P.

3 reviews

Not recommend

· August 2022

Tent

I would not recommend staying here as a single woman. The host, Terry, seems to be using his listing as a way to meet people.

Lauren M.

3 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· August 2022

LOVED EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS PLACE!!! TERRY IS AWESOME!!! 😘🤗

Monika P.

3 reviews

Mixed feelings

· August 2022

Tent

Cool place. Unfortunately not for tall people. If you are above 5”9 you will have to sleep on an angle. Price seemed a bit steep compared to other campsites

Nathan F.

2 reviews

Mixed feelings

· July 2022

Very unique, but also very limited.

Tent

Sleeping in a floating treehouse was definitely a very unique "outdoor experience"! The site fit our very specific needs for that night--a as a quick overnight stop close to the North Cascades Wilderness Info Center--but... the site didn't have much room for a tent, or a stove, or a firepit--so if you're looking for a prolonged "camping" experience, then you may want to look elsewhere.

Travis W.

3 reviews

Mixed feelings

· July 2022

Not bad but not great either

1 m car

Overall, the place was okay. Host was very kind and friendly. There isn't much space for true camping. It was also extremely buggy! Bring citronella candles and tons of bug spray if you can. The treehouse was neat, but we decided not to sleep in it because it was small. The instructions could've indicated that we were literally driving into someone's backyard. We were hoping we were in the right place and not invading someone's actual property as a mistake. The upkeep of the space could use some work... lots of weeds, overgrowth, and such.

Katy I.

3 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· June 2022

Tent · Group trip

Secluded and tucked up on a hillside. Vault toilet and pinic bench was nice.

Christopher H.

10 reviews

Recommends

· May 2022

Stay on edge of NW rainforest

Tent

Very relaxed environment, tucked slightly in the woods away from the main property to allow for some privacy. Treehouse takes some effort to lift upwards, so I didn't take it all the way to the top - had to leave early and didn't want to wake everyone up.