Finally A Farm

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· Richland Center, Richland, Wisconsin

28 acres hosted by Gary P.

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The original log cabin is still part of the farmstead that originated back in the 1880's. The site was a family farm until around the 1940s. Also, the land was the Eastern banks of a large logging mill lake/pond 150 yrs ago, so the shoreline slopes do not allow campers in/out of the pasture areas. A popup would be feasible with a full size 4 wheel drive utility vehicle in river bottom/shorelines. Tents /Low impact camping are best. In 2019 a transition to Animal Therapy, Fishing Therapy, and Pastured pigs from New Zealand which originally were almost extinct because of their friendly nosey nature at times gets them into trouble. They graze on open pasture most of the year and rest in the sun next to a trout stream. Learn more about this land: We are a working farm with mostly rescued farm animals. Many of the animals have special needs here and live their lives as free-range animals. The river in the back is home to wonderful Brown Trout and smallmouth bass. Also at times, there will be a couple dogs being trained and worked with too. You select your location for your primitive camping experience. If any special needs for a person arise, such as cane, charcoal grill, camp lantern We keep a small shed with supplies even items like tarps, cots, sleeping bags, even fishing rods. The owner is a highly achieved angler that has been filmed for the "Discover Wisconsin" Television TV show. and is available for guided fishing adventures and education in the area for all species. Also, certain times of the year are excellent for wild plants and mushroom foraging. Note this is the Driftless area of Wisc. where no glaciers came through. We have bluffs and streams around every curve of the road. The Wisc. Rivers very close too and has great fishing as well. The neighbor of this farm also rents and performs livery service for kayaks, canoes on the Pine River. Many times of the year, fresh meats are sold right at the farm as well as homemade fishing lures ready for fishing adventures. Note: Many times I am at the river fishing or in the pasture planting and reforesting this former GMO corn farm after years of heavy spraying. With Maples, Willows, apple, pear, plum, oak while trying to manage the evasive plants too. Please understand rainfall, safety of small rivers/waterfront changes. If river front takes on water, camping is all moved from water edges. We do not allow any camper over 15 feet and you must have vehicle that can get through wet mowed fields if it rains since we are along a river/wet lands, if it were to rain we move vehicles to higher dry ground if they a low to the ground . We have a gentle sloped hillside here so always dry areas to park. Other vehicles park at the top of the pasture, in farm front yard and we transport all gear to the river front. Small low to the ground cars are not wise here as there are 4 rain water trenches in the bottom 10 acres the keep rain water draining to ward the river.

Activities

Biking

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Natural features

River, stream, or creek

Swimming hole

Field

Wetlands

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Reviews

100% Recommend31 ratings · 26 reviews

Camping on Gary's land by the Pine River is a peaceful experience, highlighted by the friendly presence of farm animals like pigs, sheep, and cows. Many guests appreciated Gary's hospitality, noting his knowledge of the area and thoughtful gestures like morning coffee. The setting is ideal for fishing enthusiasts, with easy river access and beautiful natural surroundings. Although some visitors mentioned the presence of bugs, most reviews focused on the overall tranquility and charm of the campsite.

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Gordon C.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· February 2025

Tent ·

Pastures on the Pine River WTR frnt

My stay was great! Gary was an excellent host and had some great stories about the land and the area. He brought coffee in the morning and was all around very hospitable. Would highly recommended staying here if you want a quiet and relaxing time by the river.

Taylor A.

10 months on Hipcamp

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· September 2024

Tent ·

Pastures on the Pine River WTR frnt

Gary’s place was great. He’s a great, friendly host and so are his animals!

Eliz T.

5 reviews

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· August 2024

Wanting all the pets

4 m campervan ·

Pastures on the Pine River WTR frnt

Lovely time on Gary’s. The animals love to loved on! It was fun to wake up and be greeted by friendly pigs and sheep wanting pets. Gary surprised us with coffee and watermelon our first morning. It was fun to feed the rind to the pigs. Description and pics are accurate.

Nick G.

8 months on Hipcamp

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· August 2024

Tent · With kids ·

Pastures on the Pine River WTR frnt

Beautiful property! My sons and I had a great time camping.

Christiaan B.

8 months on Hipcamp

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· August 2024

Tent ·

Pastures on the Pine River WTR frnt

I love it to camp on the banks of the Pine river. My firepitt was literally on the edge of the river. This is a beatifull peaceful area with lovely surroundings. You can choose where to pitch your tent. The sounds of coyotes at night also gives one that feeling that you are in the wilderness. Gary knows the area and he is more than happy to share his knowledge. Thanks for a nice relaxing weekend.

Jack F.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· July 2024

Tent ·

Pastures on the Pine River WTR frnt

Wonderful campsite, Host was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, and the animals on the farm are incredibly cute.

Location

Richland Center, Richland, Wisconsin, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of oθaakiiwaki‧hina‧ki (Sauk) & Meškwahki·aša·hina (Fox), Myaamia, Očhéthi Šakówiŋ, and Hoocąk (Ho-Chunk) First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

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