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Beardsnest

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· Cave City, Barren, Kentucky
30 acres hosted by Kevin W.
2 RV/tent sites · 1 RV site · 2 tent sites
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Near Mammoth Cave National Park
Within a 30-minute drive from the New Entrance.
Amazing views
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Kevin is a Star Host
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This new-in-formation ecological art project is currently recruiting visitors to backcountry camp in beautiful fields, on woodland rim sites, or at delicate campsites located along a system of woodland trails. As of 2024, camping here provides a glimpse into a 3 year-old successional prairie, which at this phase is characterized by spacious views of a gently rolling young prairie seeded with a growing variety of native flowers. Most likely a good fit for those who are self-sufficient and like to avoid busy camping areas, but still want to get out to the park quickly (~7 miles to the Visitors Center) or travel into Cave City (3 mi) for coffee/ice-cream/pizza/barbecue/bar/food/etc. Expand from the campsite into a sketch-work of trails, as if you were camping near the headquarters of a satellite nature reserve. Water tap and hose by main house parking area, for cleaning dishes, spraying off, or filling reservoirs. Camping funds allow us to plant trees (~400 seedlings so far and 75 planned for 2024), establish prairie grasses and flowers, restore wetlands, create trails, and remove invasive species. Thanks to our visitors for supporting this type of project! p.s. Bundles of dried and split firewood are available onsite, usually a mix of red cedar and oak with a suggested donation of $6/bundle. We also share kayaks now on a suggested donation basis (45/), providing a flexible option for visitors to float the Green River through the national park.
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Cave
Forest
Mountainous
Field
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96 ratings · 81 reviews
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Drew F.recommends
November 18, 2024
Barnyard Campervan
I stayed two nights on Kevin’s land, was very peaceful and a great location. It’s the perfect spot if you want to be close by to Mammoth cave national park. Would highly recommend!
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Jordan K.recommends
November 1, 2024
Backcountry Rim
If you are visiting the Mammoth Cave area, this is the place to stay. You will not find a kinder host than Kevin and his land is an absolute dream! This was my fourth camping trip here and there will be many more to come.
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Jacob H.recommends
November 1, 2024
Hickory Field
Kevin is a great communicator and welcoming host with a mindfulness for pathing and conservation. The campsite was well cared for with an excellent view of the sunset and night sky. Located about 10 minutes from Mammoth Caves and 5 from Cave City. I had two cave tours planned during my stay and Kevin was great working with me to fit a kayak trip on the Green River into my schedule. I would highly recommend for anyone with an interest in traditional tent camping, hiking, kayaking, and conservation. Great for visiting the Park or getting away for a weekend!
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Elim A.recommends
October 21, 2024
Forest Rim Overlook
We loved staying here! Kevin is very kind and knowledgeable about the area. This is a wonderful spot to stargaze and be close to the park!
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Gabriel G.recommends
October 20, 2024
Backcountry Rim
This place is a gem! Very well kept grounds with lots to explore. Beautiful prairie field, perfect for birdwatching and stargazing. Kevin is a gracious host with a contagious passion for the land, and salt of the earth!
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Guy F.recommends
October 19, 2024
Hickory Field
Great place and host
This is a great place to stay, beautiful views, private, excellent host. Peaceful with minimal to no road noise. Unique with trails right on site. Even with a hunters moon the stars and comet were great with these dark sky’s. Very well kept!!!
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Cave City, Barren, Kentucky, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of ᏣᎳᎫᏪᏘᏱ Tsalaguwetiyi (Cherokee, East), S’atsoyaha (Yuchi), Shawandasse Tula (Shawanwaki/Shawnee), and Adena Culture 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 Kevin W.

Joined in June 2022
Response rate: 100%
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