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Luna Light Trails

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· Makinen, St. Louis, Minnesota

20 acres hosted by Patty W.

3 tent sites

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The leaves are starting to turn! Come walk or bike our emerald aisles! We have five miles of groomed trails that lead through state land to the Mud Hen Creek! Bring your kayak and pole! By the creek we have a few beaver lodges and so much wildlife to admire! As you trek along Silver Ridge Canyon, don't be surprised by the sudden flight of grouse along this trail! Visit Scout Hill for a sunny afternoon picnic; the cedar trees will lead you there. If you hear knocking, you will see Mr. Woodpecker enjoying his lunch on a nearby birch tree! Our campsites are nestled underneath a canopy of mixed wood forest. We have birch, poplar, maple, and a variety of pine. Nearby you will find our newly finished outhouse, complete with a portable shower and natural light. You will have access to parking near or next to your site with plenty of space to spread out and enjoy! Our property features a beautiful variety of trees and plenty of trails throughout our land with wildlife you might see or hear. It might be the hoot of an owl or the drum of a grouse! You will also hear the "buck wheat" and the "chee-chee" of our guineas calling for each other. Our beautiful forest is our main feature. Since 95% of our land is wooded, we enjoy the great beauty and majesty of the trees. See if you can find "Prince." This giant is hidden on the northeastern side of our property. His beautiful branches tower over our trails and we have cleared a spot there to rest. His lovely "Princess" is near the back of the main house. She is surrounded by strong pines that stand guard through our long cold winters. Our property extends, via trail, to state land and the Mud Hen Creek. The views are breathtaking! Please come and bring your family and friends! Our campsites' proximity would create a great weekend getaway for a retreat event or a family reunion, as well as a quiet romantic weekend! Off site: We have Long Lake public access 5.8 miles down our road. Mud Hen Lake, Half Moon Lake, Pleasant Lake, Elliot Lake (all with public access) are just a few within a 15 minute drive. We are also within an hour drive from either Duluth or Two Harbors. The Range Cities are charming and you could visit several in one day. Other wonderful things to do in this area are walking or biking the Mesabi Trail. The Redhead Mt. Bike Park is within 45 minutes. The Soudan Underground Mine will be open summer of 2024! There are many local museums, parks, and more to discover on the Iron Range! Here at home we raise chickens, ducks, and guinea fowl. We also have a Catahola Leopard dog named Hickory. She enjoys roaming our Luna Light Trails on the off season. When I was a child, I lived on a church camp property in Uruguay, South America. This plot of land had a grove of the most beautiful, tall, eucalyptus trees in the neighborhood. These trees were the home to Monk Parakeets. These small green parrots are the only members of the parrot family to build stick nests and to nest colonially. Needless to say, they were very loud, but one of my favorite childhood memories! This little plot on the Minnesota map has been our home for the last three and a half years. We have enjoyed our woods and so will you! ~ Taking reservations for summer 2024 ~

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13 Ratings · 13 reviews

Jaimie L.recommends

October 10, 2024

#2 Is Perfect for Two

Awesome weekend getaway!

We love camping at Luna Light Trails! We thought we were going to hike outside of the camp area but they had miles of trails to hike and it was so worth it! Love the free fresh farm eggs and gift bag that came with a loaf of bread and jam! The hosts were awesome and friendly. The camp site was secluded enough to have privacy and the hosts checked up on us during our windy night there which was really sweet of them! Perfect for family with little kids! Will definitely go back again! It’s the perfect weekend get away!

Fredi P.recommends

October 9, 2024

#1 One of a kind

welcoming hosts. Clean facilities.

Our trip up to northern Minnesota was last minute with the intention of seeing the northern lights. What we left with was a reason to come back again! Our stay at Luna Light Trails was more than we expected. The hosts are such kind and welcoming people. We read this in other reviews and got to experience their hospitality ourselves. From the moment we checked in, to the moment we departed their campgrounds, we felt welcomed and most importantly safe. The camp sites themselves are very well maintained and clean. We got lucky to go up during peak foliage season. The trees and leaves were absolutely breathtaking. The bathrooms were very clean and private, which is not a common luxury when camping. They provided potable water, a small table (which was a lifesaver), and firewood. They also provided the option of a shower which was very thoughtful. If you are looking for a place to getaway from it all or seeking some adventure, book with Patty. They’ve made trails on their property perfect for a nice hike through the forest on their grounds. The trails are well maintained and take you to a peaceful creek. Highly recommend booking with them! If you’re lucky you’ll even catch the northern lights like we did!

Amner S.recommends

August 27, 2024

#1 One of a kind

A do it all spot!

One of the kindest and accomodating hosts I've ever met. Patty and Dan were attentive to our needs and made sure they were met. The land itself is very beautiful with nice trails! Many beautiful areas around as well making this a great place to set up for other adventures as well. Would love to go back.

Maysa B.recommends

July 28, 2024

#1 One of a kind

My friends and I were looking for a nice weekend getaway and this was the perfect place! Patty was very helpful and accommodating and we had the best time! I would recommend this to anyone looking for a chill campsite. We had a good view of the sky and were able to hear some wildlife too!

Anna M.recommends

July 27, 2024

#2 Is Perfect for Two

10/10 First solo camping trip

I loved tent camping on Patty’s land! The trails and campsite were well maintained and the tall trees were stunning to walk under. When I arrived, the campsite had a clean and stocked compost toilet tent for my site, plenty of firewood, and potable water by the table and chairs. There was another campsite with campers nearby, but there was privacy, and the noise levels were respectful the entire stay. Patty greeted me with a very thoughtful welcome bag of literature and treats from local businesses. Prior to my arrival she also sent recommendation for a UPick flower farm that had gorgeous flowers under 20 minutes away. Her family was very kind, helpful and welcoming. Their ducks, chickens, and Guinea fowl greeted me from a distance while I set up my tent and Patty showed me around the coops and let me feed the hens. I even got to hold one of the baby Guineafowl which was a treat! 🐦 The campsite had wild raspberry bushes growing and I enjoyed picking some as I walked the trails. I felt safe as a solo female camper, and she was responsive to the Hipcamp chat during my stay. The rate was very reasonable for all of the included amenities. I plan to return and stay longer next time. I would highly recommend to anyone else looking for privacy, safety and quick access to wildlife and trails without leaving the site!

Scott P.recommends

July 14, 2024

#1 One of a kind

A beautiful and serene getaway

I had such a great time staying at Patty's camp! She and her husband were very hospitable! She brought a lovely welcome bag with some treats and information about the area. The camp was very nice, there was water and firewood and a table with a few chairs. Their trail system is so gorgeous! It's very peaceful and quiet. I didn't make it all the way back to the creek but I plan on coming back for that! There are so many trails! They also have an incredible night sky there. There is very little light pollution and you can see so many stars and the Milky Way Galaxy too. They had a very clean and odor free composting toilet system and they would even set you up with a shower bag if needed. I can't wait to go back!

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Makinen, St. Louis, Minnesota, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Anishinabewaki ᐊᓂᔑᓈᐯᐗᑭ and Očhéthi Šakówiŋ First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Patty W.

Joined in April 2023

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