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Luxury Camping at 'Higher Ground'

98%

· Putnam Valley, Putnam, New York

7 acres hosted by Evan & Laura S.

1 lodging site

Family-friendly

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

Evan & Laura is a Star Host

Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

All to yourself

100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.

We have a 1 night minimum, but reservations of 2 or more nights will receive a 10% refund when you book!!! HIGHER GROUND sits at the very southern tip of Clarence Fahnestock State Park. It's the ideal getaway if you want to explore Fahnestock, check out neighboring Cold Spring, Beacon, Peekskill, or just want to hang out at the site and read/relax by a campfire. We're only 1.5 miles from a SECRET entrance to Fahnestock and the trailhead to Candlewood Hill, one of the park's most exquisite views.. Just 2.5 miles away is a main parking lot and the hub for several other hiking trails including Catfish Loop, Three Lakes, Old Mine Railroad and the famed Appalachian Trail. We can provide you with a trail map and help plan your hike. Swimming at Canopus Lake is only 7 miles away. Other Fahenstock activities include fishing, boat rentals, biking, and snowshoeing/x-country skiing in the winter. Both the Glynwood Center for Regional Food and Farming and Stonecrop Gardens are only about 8 minutes away. 15 minutes to the west, poised on the Hudson River is the historic colonial town of Cold Spring, with shopping, lovely restaurants, plenty of natural attractions and a picturesque riverfront. 30 minutes northwest is the more bustling hipster vibe of Beacon with coffee shops and live music venues, and 20 minutes southeast puts you in the heart of downtown Peekskill with Hudson Valley MOCA and the Paramount Theater.‘Hilltop' is our private campsite at Higher Ground. It's tucked away on 6.5 acres of woodlands in our rural neighborhood. The site sits at the top of a ridge along an old equestrian trail lined by two rock walls. A short up hill hike (about 400 feet / 70ft elevation) along 'Hector's Way', leads you to your secluded glamping getaway. Our site is fully equipped with a sturdy wall tent on a raised platform keeping you warm and dry, a flashlight, electric lanterns, firepit w/cooking grate, 2 adirondack chairs, firewood, 5 gallon water jug, picnic table, trash can... and even some newspaper to start a fire. The tent includes a queen size memory foam bed, mosquito net, propane heater, full bedding, and 2 towels. we've stocked the picnic table with dishware, cutlery, frying pan, saucepan, tea kettle, and a french press coffee pot. There's soap, sponges and a dish rack, so please clean whatever you use. This year we've added a bathhouse with a potable water spigot, composting toilet, and on-demand hot water shower only about 50 yards from the campsite. Please limit your shower to 5 minutes. Arrange it with Evan or Laura and we'll bring our two pygmy goats, Buddy & Frieda, up to your site to visit with you !! We have a 1 night minimum, but reservations of 2 or more nights will receive a 10% refund when you book!!!

Activities

Biking

Boating

Hiking

Paddling

Natural features

Forest

Mountainous

98%

24 Ratings · 24 reviews

Stéphane R.recommends

November 4, 2024

Hilltop Canvas Tent

Evan and Laura are great, the camp site is even better than the photos. To me it was the ideal glamping experience. I highly recommend it.

Ian L.recommends

October 17, 2024

Hilltop Canvas Tent

Evan and Laura were very accomdating. Evan met us at the entrance and walked us through everything we needed. I cannot be more content with the place. A fantastic experience!

Anne B.recommends

October 14, 2024

Hilltop Canvas Tent

Wonderful time!

We had a wonderful time here! Evan was really helpful, and everything that you need is provided. The composting toilet is lovely and clean. We saw the goats and chickens. Only spent one night, but it's a short trip from Westchester. Will definitely be back.

John K.recommends

October 6, 2024

Hilltop Canvas Tent

Live Deliciously

I really lovely camp site, in a beautiful part of New York.Well maintained, well run and a deftly crafted experience, topped by wonderful vistas and adorable goats.

Praj C.recommends

October 4, 2024

Hilltop Canvas Tent

Great campsite! Evan was very hospitable and kind to us. Felt very at peace after being in the city for so long.

Grace F.recommends

September 22, 2024

Hilltop Canvas Tent

Magical evening

Had a lovely stay at Higher Ground. Evan & Laura provided all we needed for a perfect night…from tiki torches, to a great 2 person hammock, and an awesome fire pit. Communication was spot on. My only regret is we had another commitment and had to leave before we could help feed the goats and chickens!

Location

Putnam Valley, Putnam, New York, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Mohican, Wappinger, Munsee Lenape, and Schaghticoke First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Evan & Laura S.

Joined in August 2023

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