103 Acre Marlborough Forest

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41 reviews

· Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario

103 acres hosted by Meg L.

2 RV/tent sites

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Camping at the 103 Acre woods is part of the Marlborough Forest. It has groomed pathways in the meadow and rustic pathways through the woods for your hiking pleasure. If you are interested in backwoods camping, it's easy to do here, park your car in the driveway, grab your gear, and head to the back forty! If camping is not your thing and you just want some private land for the day, such as a photo shoot, or just wandering around, firepit lunch or firepit dinner, just book a site. If you reserve both sites, the entire land becomes yours for the time you are here. I only list 2 sites for camping so you will have plenty of space and privacy from any other campers. Lots of space to spread out and have your privacy. If you want complete privacy, reserve both sites! For the tenting campsites, I have 2 available. One is in the front 40 near the playstructure and closer to the house. It's called the "Cedars". You can drive directly to your campsite. The other campsite is a short hike into the woods and is just off to the side. It's called the "103 Paces". When staying at the 103 Paces campsite, you can drive through the meadow and park just outside of the woods. From there, there is a lawncart you can use to transport your gear to the campsite. Each campsite has a firepit for your use and is close to a shared composting toilet. If you are staying in an RV, you can park in the driveway and still access all the other parts of the property. Tent campers can select anywhere they want to pitch a tent and enjoy the beauty of the 103 Acre woods. Depending on where you choose to camp, you might be able to drive right up to your site. Firepit and wood available for use providing there is no burn ban. Water from the hose attached to the house is available for use. You are welcome to use the outside outlets to charge your devices. RV Electric hookup can be used for an extra fee. I have a composting toilet in a privacy cabana. There will be sanitizer to sanitize your hands. The composting toilet is a shared facility for both campsites. Comes with toilet paper. If you prefer to have your own composting toilet, you can add that on for an extra when you are booking. It's 10.00 more for your stay. I have a few water jugs to have water at your site if you don't have your own jug. A compost bin is available for food. A trash can is provided for waste. Recycle bins are in use as well for paper and plastic. I have patio table that can be used at your site if it's in the front 40. Back forty, I have a smaller more portable table that can be used. It's not too heavy to port. Firewood is not necessary to bring, there is lots of wood locally here on the property to use, you just have to gather it up yourself. I have a wheelbarrow that can be used to transport it to your site. There are wetlands and forests and meadows. There is very little light pollution here. Come and gaze at the stars If you are lucky, you might get to hear the resident whippoorwill, he is nocturnal. The sky is beautiful at night. Wake up to the sounds of many birds. There is a play structure for kids with 2 slides and a bridge, monkey bars, swings, firepole, and climbing wall. There are many things to find in the back 40. You might find a vintage car bumper, and in the spring if you look really hard, you might come across Lady Slipper orchids. They are stunning in the wild. If you want to trudge through the wetlands, be sure to bring your rubber boots. In the front 40 you can take some fun pictures with a vintage abandoned front end of an Aston Martin truck. The 103 Acre woods is conveniently located 3K from the Rideau River and Canal in Burritt's Rapids. Burritts Rapids has a nice "Tip to Tip" trail you can hike on the island of Burritts Rapids. Also there is the Henry Street Park, which has a small beach on the Rideau River. The Rideau Trail is located nearby as well. There are many entrances to the Rideau Trail just minutes away. Located 10 minutes or so from Merrickville. Great fishing along the Rideal Canal lock system. Merrickville has a small beach on the Rideau River. Merrickville has a wonderful Gelato place "Stella Luna". Get your Gelato and walk back to see the boats in the historic Rideau Canal. Lots of history in Merrickville and Burritt's Rapids. If camping is not your thing and you just want some private land for the day, such as a photo shoot, or just wandering around, firepit lunch or firepit dinner, just book a site. If you reserve both sites, the entire land becomes yours for the time you are here. There are 2 well-behaved chiahuahua's who live on the property. They will see you at the meet and greet. They will for sure welcome you to their yard. Your dog is welcome, just remember to pickup after them.

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Stephanie T.

3 months on Hipcamp

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· January 2025

7 m Class B ·

The Cedars

What a wonderful place to camp. The land is beautiful, peaceful, and tranquil. Sitting by the fire looking at the snow dusted trees, with nothing but the sound of the crackling fire. This spot was everything I hoped it would be. Meg, as other reviews also suggested, was an incredible host. From booking she reached out to welcome me, answered all my questions quickly, and even offered to have a fire started for me before I arrived. Upon arrival, she guided me to the spot to park my van, even offered a blanket to keep warm by the fire (which I declined but still deeply appreciated). She was incredibly welcoming, her two pups were adorable and friendly. While I didn’t have time to explore much of the beautiful property as I had to leave early morning (a map and suggested hikes/walks were provided when I arrived), I can’t wait to return and spend more time exploring both in winter as well as this spring/summer.

Stephen K.

4 months on Hipcamp

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· November 2024

Tent ·

103 Paces

Thanks for keeping comany at the comp fire! It was good night out

Edward C.

2 reviews

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· November 2024

Amazing place to camp

5 m pop-up camper · With pets ·

The Cedars

Gf and dog and I arrived at dark, we where greeted in driveway shown where to park. We loved it immediately, very nice peacefully property, we had place to ourselves had a blast. Views of the stars was breathtaking and Meg was super friendly and helpful met her two little ones cure little dogs. We enjoyed our stay very much would totally recommend this to absolutely anybody who want a tranquil place to go camping.

Suzanne C.

5 reviews

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· October 2024

Our first time at the Cedars

4 m travel trailer ·

The Cedars

We just came back from a two night stay at the Cedar and we had such a great experience! Meg is a wonderful host, always so nice and ready to help. We had the site to ourselves and our dog got to run around until he (finally) dropped. We will definitely be back to Meg’s land. Suzanne, Michel, Viggo and Leo

Jeff R.

10 reviews

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· October 2024

4 m travel trailer ·

The Cedars

Our one night on Meg's property worked out perfectly. We were easily able to pull our 16' trailer into a flat spot and connect to the electrical cable. We were visiting family nearby, getting around was also easy. Unfortunately our planned campfire was pushed off due to a rain storm. When we are back in the area will book again with Meg.

Sean R.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· September 2024

Tent ·

103 Paces

Meg was a welcoming host with the cutest Chihuahuas! The camping spot was perfect, secluded with everything you need. There was ample fire wood, flat ground and a table and chairs. Definitely recommend. Hoping to take the family next time.

Location

Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaTraditional, ancestral territory of Omàmìwininìwag (Algonquin), Anishinabewaki ᐊᓂᔑᓈᐯᐗᑭ, Wendake-Nionwentsïo, and Ho-de-no-sau-nee-ga (Haudenosaunee) First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

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