Hickory Ridge

96%

30 reviews

· Deerfield, Franklin, Massachusetts · 85 acres

Hosted by Willis B.

RV/tent site

· 10 guests max

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

Our property is 85 very private acres with an open field surrounded by forest and open wooded area with many trails. The forest is very diverse including some old growth maples and birches, as well as hemlock and pine trees. The campsites are at the edge of the field set back into the woods. I have recently added sand and gravel to improve drainage since the heavy rain we have had last year. We have a portable composting toilet outhouse and a hot outdoor shower. Feel free to explore all of the trails on foot or mountain bike. You may see some turkeys or deer out there. There is a small pond with lots of frogs and salamanders near the camping area, and a few seasonal streams on the property. You can hike a one mile loop on our newest trail. It is medium difficulty because of the hillside it is built on so hiking boots are recommended unless you are on a mountain bike. Rock walls built in the mid 1800s circle the property almost entirely so the borders are easy to see. The Deerfield river is a few miles away where you can fish for trout or go for a swim or kayak. The Connecticut river and the green river are about 15 minutes away as well. We have tubes, a canoe, and a kayak that are available to rent for some floating! Historic Deerfield village and Yankee Candle store and factory are about 10 minutes away. We are about 20 minutes from Northampton and Amherst.Choose between camping in one of the wooded nooks at the edge of our grassy field. A stone fire pit is located at each site. We have plenty of firewood for campers so no need to bring any. Our composting toilet is available as well as our outdoor hot shower. Listen to owls and frogs serenade you to sleep! You might see a family of deer at dawn or dusk and you will definitely hear lots of birds. Bring your mountain bike or hiking boots and you can explore over a mile of trails on our property and easily get to the Deerfield river using the two mile long Mahican-Mohawk trail which leads to Conway Station where two rivers meet and you can see the ruins of a trolley bridge. The street we are on was recently designated part of the Franklin County scenic bikeway which takes you along the Connecticut river valley and many points of interest. We are a 10 minute to Treehouse brewery, Berkshire brewing company, historic Deerfield, yankee candle and mount sugarloaf reservation. We are 15 minutes from the Franklin county fairgrounds and Camp Keewanee.

RV details

Travel trailers, Pop-up campers, Campervans, and Cars allowed

Vehicles under 6 meters allowed

Pull-through site

Accommodates slideouts

Surface type: Grass or field

Surface levelness: flat

No Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, Class A RVs, Class B RVs, and Class C RVs

Electrical hookup available

Less than 30 amps. Near house only

No water hookup

No sewage hookup

No TV hookup

Generators not allowed

What to expect

RV/tent site

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

10 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided, firepit, private

Toilet available

Composting toilet

Pets allowed

Off leash

Potable water available

Spigot, hose, pump or well. Deep sink with drying table

Showers available

Hot water

Bins available

Recycling bin, trash bin

Picnic table present

One at the site and one by the pond

Wifi available

Near the house only

Cooking equipment absent

There is a stainless steel sink outside of the barn with a table

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 3:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Minimum nights: 2 nights

Accepts bookings: 9 months out

Park at listing

Wheelchair access

Max 6 vehicles

2WD accessible

During your trip

Follow the

Leave it better

Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

ExtrasAvailable at checkout

Tubes for the riverrental

$20.00

A tube you can float down the Deerfield river on. It's a nice way to cool off in the summer! There are many spots from Deerfield up to the dam in Charlemont, to get in and out of the water, but plan ahead.

Kayakrental

$35.00

It's a basic enclosed plastic kayak, about 7 feet long. Double ended paddle included, transportation not included.

Canoerental

$40.00

14 foot green Coleman canoe with aluminum frame and two plastic seats. Two paddles included, transportation not included.

Reviews

96% Recommend35 ratings · 30 reviews

Mary H.

5 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· November 2024

16 ft car

Excellent services provided by host Willis. He was waiting for us and escorted us to the campsite. Everything was better than expected such as the prepared wood fir the fire pit and the picnic table with views of the forest. The nearby compost latrine was easy to get to and cleanest we've ever seen. Highly recommend and we will be going back soon.

Nick B.

5 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· October 2024

Great secluded site!

Tent · Group trip

This site is perfect for those who want a nice relaxing weekend in the woods. Far enough from things but also close enough to a lot. We went hiking in the woods nearby and managed to get all the way to the river which was further than we initially thought, but it was a great hike nonetheless. We also had a great experience with Willis and his help showing us to the camp site. Overall I would come back in a heartbeat!

Jason G.

6 reviews

Recommends

· September 2024

One of my favorite spots to camp

16 ft car

Willis has carved out the perfect camping nook. It couldn't be easier to pull right in with a vehicle, and the site is ready to go with a large, solid picnic table, a roomy fire pit, and a covered platform with firewood at the ready. For late September, the tree frogs and insects were still quite active at night .. the perfect soundtrack for a nighttime campfire. The composting toilet is nice to have, and the outdoor shower was clutch, just the thing after hiking around nearby Mt. Sugarloaf. He's even got a sink set up for when it's time to wash the dishes. I would come back for sure. It's easy to get to, quiet, and close to lots of outdoorsy stuff. Also, Willis has some young rock gardens budding around his property, so be sure to check them out. I am interested how they'll be looking a year from now.

Meg M.

2 reviews

Recommends

· September 2024

10 ft campervan · With pets

Cute, quiet spot and a very helpful and kind host!

Audrey M.

5 reviews

Recommends

· September 2024

Tent

We loved camping at Willis's property! The campsite was private, quiet, and easy to access. The location was perfect, super close to Treehouse Brewing which was our destination for a concert. Enjoyed having a hot shower too!

Jillian M.

7 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· September 2024

Perfect long weekend campging!

Tent · With kids

Excellent place for a beautiful and quiet Labor Day weekend camping trip with friends and family. So glad we opted for this against the crowded campgrounds. Loved the small hike in their woods, kids romping about in the field, laying in the grass and watching the shooting stars. Compost toilet did the trick and nice layout of the sites. Will definitely return for the treehouse that was under construction!

Location

Deerfield, Franklin, Massachusetts, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Nipmuc, Wabanaki (Dawnland Confederacy), and Pocumtuc First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

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