10 acres hosted by Alyssa S.
1 RV site
Near North Cascades National Park
Within a 30-minute drive from the North Cascades National Park Complex Headquarters and Visitor Information.
Full caravan connections
Electrical, water, and sewage connections are available at all sites.
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All to yourself
100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.
☀️🦙🐐🐓 We have limited availability but please reach out if you would like to inquire about specific dates. As always if you are a returning guest, please send us an email with your desired trip dates before sending your booking request for the best rates and special availability.
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Bayview Alpacas is located on 10 privately-gated acres across the street from Padilla Bay, a National Estuarine Research Reserve. The Reserve protects one of the largest beds of eelgrass in the contiguous United States - nearly 8,000 acres.
Habitats found here support herring, smelt, salmon, flatfish, Dungeness crab, ducks, eagles, shorebirds, and peregrine falcons. Mammals found in Padilla bay include harbor seals and river otters. Located in the northern reaches of greater Puget Sound, at the saltwater edge of the large delta of the Skagit River in the Salish Sea, the reserve is eight miles long and three miles across.
The Padilla Bay Reserve is one of 29 areas in the National Estuarine Research Reserve System. The 11,966 acres-site is protected for long-term research, water quality monitoring, education, and coastal stewardship.☀️🦙🐐🐓 We are fully booked but please reach out if you would like to be placed on our waiting list as plans do change. As always if you are a returning guest, please send us an email with your desired trip dates before sending your booking request for the best rates and special availability.
🏕 We are nestled between the Padilla Bay Interpretive Center and the lovely town of Edison. Across the road from the unforgettable Padilla Bay, sit back and enjoy views of the bay, our free-ranging alpacas, goats, and chickens while watching for eagles nesting nearby. We offer full hookups, an outdoor kitchen area and a fire pit for our guests. You will find our site unique as it is privately-gated and we are only allowing for one camp guest at a time. As our guest, you can rest assured that your privacy and safety are important to us. *For a full description of each space at Bayview Alpacas, please read through to the bottom of this page.
Site Summary: Our RV-only campsite can accommodate: a maximum of 5 people for a standard reservation (up to 3 adults), a maximum of 9 people with the rental of both hookups which can include up to 4 adults plus children (to equal 9), and a maximum of 2 vehicles. All RV’s must be self-contained. No Restroom - No Shower - No Sink.
There are endless things to do in our area…exploring the lovely Skagit Valley has so many possibilities! Venture to Edison to enjoy some local restaurant favorites and sample some homemade cheese, artisan bread and organic blueberries after taking a stroll through Smith and Vallee Gallery. Walk or bike the Padilla Bay Trail just minutes from our home and then explore the beach at Bayview State Park. The Padilla Bay Interpretive Center is a must see when visiting. Anacortes, LaConner, and Camping World are also a short drive away.
Stay with us April 1- 30 and visit the annual Skagit Valley Tulip Festival (a spring favorite that should not be missed!), only 10 minutes from your site. Bald eagle-watching season, a month-long celebration in January, brings many visitors looking to catch a glimpse or a photograph of these majestic residents.
Exploring the islands makes for a fun day-trip with the Anacortes Ferry Terminal just 30 minutes from your campsite. For guests seeking to explore via car or by foot, detailed ferry information will be sent in your “Upcoming Stay” message along with a few interesting places to visit.
If hiking and mountain biking are on your list, there are many places close by to explore. Over 60 miles of trails can be found at Galbraith Mountain near Bellingham to get you started. For those who are up for some seasonal skiing or snowboarding, rise early and enjoy Mount Baker or Stevens Pass, both just a 1.5 to 2-hour drive. As you will be the only one here camping, you may safely leave your gear at the site on our privately-gated property.
Traveling with family or friends and in need of an extra RV hookup? We have one additional set of hookups that can be added to your reservation. Please inquire if you are interested in this option. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need assistance with adding this to your reservation.
Bring your bikes, your kite, your guitar, and your walking shoes. There is much to do in our Evergreen State!
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🛑 Please Note…due to privacy concerns, DRONES ARE NOT PERMITTED at any time on our private property.
*Is this legal? YES! We are following all local and state codes and laws.
**HOLIDAYS: We have a 3-night minimum stay for holiday reservations which includes Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Labor Day. Please reach out if you have any questions about your dates. All Hipcamp and House Rules apply during this time including No Parties, Loud Music or Fireworks of any kind.
***Please note that our cancellation policy falls somewhere in between Hipcamp policies. If you have any questions or need to cancel, please reach out to us. Our cancellation policy is as follows:
If you cancel at least 30 days before your check in day and time, you’ll receive a full refund (minus Hipcamp fees). If you cancel at least 1 week before your check in day and time, you’ll receive a 50% refund (minus Hipcamp fees). If you cancel within 1 week before check in, there will be no refund.
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The Details…
Campsite: This site is mostly flat (leveling required) and consists of a crushed rock pad surrounded by lots of room to drive in, back in, turn around, and bring your toys. It allows for electrical, public water, and sewage hookups. There is also grass and cedar chips in/near the site. Your RV door will face northwest featuring views of the bay, the islands, and our alpacas. Our residence is further up the drive providing you with additional privacy. You will have a large campsite area and an expansive west-facing field to spread out. The outside kitchen area is yours to use as well.
Fire pit: Centrally located and just in front of the outside kitchen. There is a picnic table, a removable grill for cooking, some firewood for your use (more available for purchase if needed) and 3 chairs.
Outside Kitchen: Featuring a Weber bbq with a side burner (an oldie but goodie); small refrigerator; stainless steel table for cooking/serving; 1 table for dining (also makes a great desk); a patio heater; a water hydrant. NO sink and please bring your own utensils and cookware.
Extra Hookups: Is only offered as an add-on for our guests and allows for extra electrical, public water, and sewage hookups. This area is mostly flat (leveling required) and consists of grass and cedar chips. Depending on how you would like to park and the size of your RV, using these hookups may partially block your view from the outside kitchen. It is still worth it though, in our opinion, to be able to travel with your family and friends! :-)
