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Rancho Comienzo

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· Sheridan, La Salle, Illinois
57 acres hosted by Mike & Taylor S.
2 tent sites
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Nomadic camping
Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.
Private pitches
97% of recent Hipcampers say pitches are private.
Boat-in
This Hipcamp is accessible by boat.
Rancho Del Comienzo is located at the intersection of Somonauk Creek and the Fox River. 150+ years ago, it was a commonly used Native American encampment. Now it is the site of Rancho Del Comienzo Hay and Horses. We ask that if you find an arrowhead that you respect the land and leave it where it lays. Somonauk Creek is a known spawning ground of musky and other Illinois river fish. There is access to both the Fox River and Somonauk Creek for kayaking, canoeing, fishing and other water-activities! We have two unique camping sites that are level and allow campfires. We look forward to hosting you!
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99% Recommend80 Ratings · 63 reviews
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John M.
11 months on Hipcamp
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· October 2024
Great Spot
This is a great spot if you don't mind a quick hike with your gear to get there. On the Somonauk creek, plenty of canopy to keep the sun off and enough nature around to feel like you have privacy. Only downside is the roosters going off at the crack of dawn.
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Sarah S.
8 reviews
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· October 2024
This is a beautiful property, and the camping is private and unique! The surrounding horses are a delightful bonus!
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Bryan J.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· September 2024
Beautiful ranch and welcoming people, we will definitely be back!
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Chuper G.
2 reviews
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· September 2024
A very nice experience, and with very kind owners. The exhausting part is the walk, but afterwards it is wonderful to hear the crows scream and be at their party. It is very nice.
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Kayla S.
7 months on Hipcamp
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· August 2024
Tent · Group trip ·
We had a wonderful time, this site is the perfect mix of convenience and seclusion. We loved being able to watch the horses and the proximity to the creek was awesome. Road and local bar noise was present, but not overwhelming. Mike and Taylor were so gracious and accommodating!
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Jarret C.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· August 2024
The campsite was worth the walk. Beautiful. We picked a very hot day to go and after the first trip out with our gear I was dying when I got back to the car. Mike saw this and offered to give me a hand using his 4x4. Saved me big time and even refused cash when I offered. We went for a dip in the river. Caught some good size catfish and cooked under the stars. Would recommend to anyone just make sure you bring a good wagon!!
Location
Sheridan, La Salle, Illinois, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Peoria, Bodwéwadmi (Potawatomi), oθaakiiwaki‧hina‧ki (Sauk) & Meškwahki·aša·hina (Fox), Myaamia, Očhéthi Šakówiŋ, Kaskaskia, and Kiikaapoi (Kickapoo) First Nations according to
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Hosted by Mike & Taylor S.

Joined in November 2020
Response rate: 80%Response time: Within 16 hours

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