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Bear Creek Farm and Ranch

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389 reviews

· Palmer, Christian, Illinois

103 acres hosted by Debbie D.

1 lodging site · 2 RV/tent sites · 1 tent site

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Best in Illinois: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

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Debbie is a Star Host

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We purchased our 45 acre farm in 1997, since then we have operated a sustainable small organic farm. In January of 2018 we purchased 58 more acres that is attached to our land. The property has a greenhouse, high tunnel and about a half acre of field that we raise vegetables and fruit on. We have a 3 acre pond with a naturally sustaining fish population, that we swim and boat in. There are hiking trails that go through many small pastures and woods with streams running through them. Plenty of wildlife, hiking and mountain biking areas. We have a certified kitchen at the farm and have products raised and/or made on the farm for folks to purchase. Supposedly our house is haunted and there are a couple of haunted sites within 15 miles of the farm. Nearby Taylorville has a Walmart, Aldi, Kroger, and many small local businesses. There is a YMCA and a few parks. Lake Sangchris State Park is close by. The capital of Illinois, Springfield is 35 miles from the farm.

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Reviews

100% Recommend794 ratings · 389 reviews

Josh M.

2 reviews

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· November 2024

Tent · With kids ·

Site 2 - Ponds Edge

Wonderfully peaceful location with good fishing. The campsites were spaced out well and facilities were a close walk. We will definitely be returning.

Dawn T.

7 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

Tent ·

Site 3 - Ponds Edge

Love this camping spot! So beautiful and peaceful. Will definitely be back.

Emma M.

5 reviews

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· October 2024

Breathin easy

Cottage in the woods

Matt and Deb never disappoint, literally our favorite place in IL. So peaceful and tranquil a great escape from the every days. Em & Joe

William N.

3 reviews

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· October 2024

Tent · With kids ·

Site 3 - Ponds Edge

I took my 5-year-old daughter camping overnight here. It’s a great spot. Everyone was super friendly and very accommodating. Matt, one of the owners, immediately offered to get us firewood and even went to town to grab some beer for me. I would 100% stay here again.

Andrea H.

5 years on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

Tent · With pets ·

Site 3 - Ponds Edge

The campsite was really nice and they had left us a big bunch of firewood for the fire. We had to leave a day early because one of the grandkids wasn't feeling good. We will be back!

Alessandra D.

2 reviews

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· October 2024

Great time camping with animals

14 ft campervan ·

Site 1 - Ponds Edge

We loved this spot! Beautiful and lots of room! Everyone at the farm was really friendly and helpful. We had a great time and will definitely be back.

Location

Palmer, Christian, Illinois, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Peoria, Myaamia, Očhéthi Šakówiŋ, Kaskaskia, and Kiikaapoi (Kickapoo) First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking