590 acres hosted by Heidi W.
1 Vehicle/Tent site
Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
All to yourself
100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.
Activities
Biking
Boating
Hiking
Paddling
Natural features
Forest
Swimming hole
Mountainous
Field
94% 
62 Ratings · 43 reviews
Mark C.recommends
September 22, 2024
River View
The views were beautiful. The group fire pit was perfect. Trip to the river was a little harder than expected. All in all we had a wonderful time. Heidi was a great host. Fire wood and toilet paper were very much appreciated.
Joslyn T.recommends
September 2, 2024
River View
For a couple with dogs who love to camp away from it all, River View was an amazing backcountry adventure. Communication with Matt was easy and we had no issue finding their gate; read their instructions and route via Google Maps. The camp sites were spacious and because it was only just us, we utilized a couple sites/views for a sleeping area (the most level), chill area (the most shaded), and then evening stargazing by the fire pit. We were given plenty of firewood and it was nice to have Matt check on us in the morning to ensure we had everything we needed. We preordered the smoked chicken - simply delicious and worth the splurge! For late summer, the river still had an impressive flow and lovely rock pools. We definitely could return here again and it’d be our top setting for a group camp out.
Roque M.recommends
August 16, 2024
River View
Incredible views, very private
This is an incredible spot! The stargazing is unmatched and we had the whole river to ourselves. It feels very private so you get the true camping experience. We had an amazing weekend here and would definitely come back. Also, Heidi is super responsive very friendly.
Couple notes, there is a lot of driving on dirt roads to get here. The 4x4/AWD is very helpful for getting to the campsite, but one of our cars was a regular 2WD sedan and managed getting to the campsite (but not without bottoming out a bunch of times). Getting down the river is especially tricky and they're not kidding when they suggest a 4x4/AWD for getting there since the dirt roads are certainly steeper and trickier. We managed it just fine in our Kia Sportage. Also, Google maps had some suggestions that weren't correct - for starters, it suggested a clearly labeled private road to get to the school mentioned in the post, but the private road was very steep so we ended up going a different way which was much easier. Also, we passed the "lock gate" mentioned in the directions so pay attention to people waiting near gates for you since it's likely them picking you up! We knew we had probably passed them when Google, once again, suggested driving private land that looked like a dumping ground lol. It was certainly an adventure getting here, but totally worth it and part of the fun!
Mihyun J.recommends
August 13, 2024
River View
Heidi’s land is amazing! Yes it’s back country and an adventure to get down to the river but that’s what makes her place unique. The river is wild and beautiful. We even got to see a bear run up the side of the hill. You’ll need to bring your own shade to the river as there’s no trees. Be prepared to walk a bit on the train tracks to the steep steps down to the river. There’s lots of animal noises including array of birds. Heidi was super friendly and hilarious! She led us to the site and gave us all the info we needed and let us be duration of our stay.
Rachel Y.recommends
August 2, 2024
River View
This hipcamp is otherworldly. I couldn’t recommend it more. We came with two young kids and they had the weekend to remember! The views and nature are incredible . The hosts are so unbelievably generous and kind. The smoked chicken was to die for! Thanks for a magical weekend and escape from the busy city life.
Sam C.recommends
July 7, 2024
River View
A sweet view worth the bumpy road!
Had a blast on Heidi's property! It's true that you will need an AWD or 4WD vehicle to make it to the camp, or at least to the river, but I would say it was worth it for our group. We went on a 100 plus degree weekend and were grateful for having the entire beautiful river to ourselves. It was also deeper than I was expecting, which was great, maybe 5.5 feet high in the deepest parts and around knee-waist high in others. The campsite was also very nice- great view, some bees and other bugs but not terrible, and very secluded. Heidi was also incredibly nice and helpful. Would recommend for those who won't mind the drive in!
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