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Slow Boat Farm - Island Camping

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· Cathlamet, Wahkiakum, Washington
22 acres hosted by Brad, Lisa & Holly The Dog U.
1 Vehicle/Tent site
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Slow Boat Farm started as a 10-cow dairy in the 1930s. The modified farmhouse still stands and the base of the silo is now a fire ring. Wide open spaces, kayak launch, and small-scale farming form a unique culture at Slow Boat Farm. Camp on Puget Island, in a peaceful, pastoral setting with views of the hills and cliffs on both sides of the river. Fire ring is available year round regardless of fire bans. A large grassy field offers ample space, and a private kayak launch is a short walk through a cottonwood forest. You will enjoy a private camp spot with shade or open space, where we can accommodate multiple vehicles. Slow Boat Farm is a large meadow, five acres of grass and wide open spaces to view the gorge cliffs. Camping is available May through September 30.Wide open spaces, kayak launch, and small-scale farming form a unique culture at Slow Boat Farm. Camp on Puget Island, in a peaceful, pastoral setting with views of the hills and cliffs on both sides of the river. A large grassy field offers ample space, and a private kayak launch is a short walk through a cottonwood forest. Bring your own paddle craft and a detailed local map or nautical chart for fun in the river and sloughs. Our site can host larger groups, please contact us about details! Slow Boat Farm is a small-scale working farm, specializing in garlic, onions, raspberries, some garden produce, and a big hay field - and like all of Puget Island, is green and productive due to wet winter conditions. Camping is available May through October.
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Biking
Paddling
Swimming
Wildlife watching
Natural features
Forest
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175 Ratings · 142 reviews
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Elizabeth Y.recommends
October 27, 2024
Slow Boat Farm
Even great through the autumn rain
The site was clean and tucked away on Puget Island. Easy to access, quiet, with a friendly greeting from Brad, Lisa, and Holly. We encountered a bit of a wind/rain storm throughout our stay, but since the site was nice, it kept our spirits up and we found it to be adventurous. I would highly recommend this site, and excited to come back when the weather is a little warmer and dry.
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Anna U.recommends
September 29, 2024
Slow Boat Farm
Can’t wait to return
Brad and Lisa are amazing hosts and the spot is just perfect for a quiet getaway. We arrived after dark and it was a treat to wake up to see the cows next door. The propane shower is so refreshing and the composting toilet was clean and easy to use. Holly the dog is a sweetie pie. Our only recommendations have nothing to do with Slow Boat and just our own lack of thorough packing. Bring waterproof shoes because the tall grass is dewy in the AM. And bring layers because the wind picks up a bit at times and it can be chilly at night.
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Yumo L.recommends
September 27, 2024
Slow Boat Farm
beautiful place forever memories! we had a cookout near the fire pit and it was a good time
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Ayla W.recommends
September 16, 2024
Slow Boat Farm
10/10
Brad & Lisa were excellent! Our group was really happy with the space. The bathroom was clean and the area was absolutely beautiful. It was nice to be on grass rather than dirt. I would definitely recommend this spot.
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Libby C.recommends
September 12, 2024
Slow Boat Farm
We loved this site. Brad, Lisa, and Holly made us feel so welcome, and were so kind as to give us produce from their land. This is a beautiful, tranquil site with plenty of privacy. The shower was excellent also.
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Megan A.recommends
September 5, 2024
Slow Boat Farm
Relaxing and delightful!
We really enjoyed staying at Slow Boat Farms. Really nice hosts, lots of space to roam. Beautiful green field to camp in and a nice fire pit. The island is quiet and that was the beauty of it…simple and relaxing.
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Cathlamet, Wahkiakum, Washington, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla, Chinook, Kathlamet, Wahkiakum, Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde, Konnaack, and Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Brad, Lisa & Holly The Dog U.

Joined in February 2017
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