Fangthorn Forest

100%

33 reviews

· Garden City, Cass, Missouri · 40 acres

Hosted by Cheryl L.

RV/tent site

· 10 guests max

Cheryl is a Star Host

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All to yourself

100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.

In the 1840's there was a trading post on the property known as Lick Skillet because the owner would set the pans out at night for the dogs to lick. Today, we call it Fanthorn Forest and it's our dream, our haven and our home. We love sharing our farm with others and allowing them the same experience of peace and tranquility we get from the land. Learn more about this land: Located only 50 miles SE of Kansas City, MO! We have woods and pasture with Settle's Ford Wildlife area (fishing and hiking available) 1/4 mile away. Camping is primitive with only an outhouse and no shower facilities. There are MANY thorn trees, so hikers must have proper footwear. Fire ring, wood and a grate for cooking are provided. Livestock encounters are also available with owners in attendance. All proceeds are put back in the farm to care for the animals and the land. RV's are allowed, but we do not have any hook ups available and they are not allowed in the woods. Parking area is at the end of the driveway for both cars and RV's. We love kids and will provide lawn darts or any other games we have available if requested. Please visit our website at fangthornforest.com for more information.Located only 50 miles SE of Kansas City, MO! We have woods and pasture with Settle's Ford Wildlife area (fishing and hiking available) 1/4 mile away. Camping is primitive with only an outhouse and no shower facilities. There are MANY thorn trees, so hikers must have proper footwear. Fire ring, wood and a grate for cooking are provided. Livestock encounters are also available with owners in attendance. All proceeds are put back in the farm to care for the animals and the land. RV's are allowed, but we do not have any hook ups available and they are not allowed in the woods. Parking area is at the end of the driveway for both cars and RV's. We love kids and will provide lawn darts or any other games we have available if requested. Please visit our website at fangthornforest.com for more information.

RV details

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

Vehicles under 20 feet allowed

Vehicles (including RVs) will be parked at the end of the driveway. It is a short walk across the bridge to the camping area, firepit and outhouse. A wagon is supplied to carry gear.

Pull-through site

Vehicles (including RVs) will be parked at the end of the driveway. It is a short walk across the bridge to the camping area, firepit and outhouse. A wagon is supplied to carry gear.

Accommodates slideouts

Vehicles (including RVs) will be parked at the end of the driveway. It is a short walk across the bridge to the camping area, firepit and outhouse. A wagon is supplied to carry gear.

Surface type: Loose Gravel

There is a slight slope depending on where you park

Surface levelness: Requires leveling

There is a slight slope depending on where you park

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

Electrical hookup available

Electricity is available in the barn which is a short walk from the site.

Generators allowed

No water hookup

City water is available in the barn which is a short walk from the camping site.

No sewage hookup

No TV hookup

What to expect

RV/tent site

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

10 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided, firepit, communal

Toilet available

Composting toilet

Pets allowed

On leash

Potable water available

Hose, bottled water or jugs

Picnic table present

No showers

Pack it out

We can take care of your trash for $5 a bag

Cooking equipment absent

No wifi

Laundry absent

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 10:00 AM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 6 months out

Park at listing

Wheelchair access

Max 2 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

Brunch and/or dinnergood

$8.00

We can provide light meals for anyone who doesn't want to spend their camping time cooking over a hot campfire. Price is per person, children under 12 are half price.

Livestock Experiencesexperience

$0.00

We think animals are the best, but even loving animals can be dangerous. Learn how to keep yourself safe and get the most out of the time you spend with them.

General store good

$0.00

Forget a toothbrush? Not an issue. Need propane? No problem. We've got you covered for most camping necessities that can be forgotten. Prices will vary according to item.

Needle Feltingexperience

$15.00

All materials provided and you'll go home with a holiday decoration made by you!

Reviews

100% Recommend38 ratings · 33 reviews

Melissa C.

2 reviews

Recommends

· April 2025

Camping with kids and dogs

Tent · With pets

Cheryl and her husband were such wonderful hosts! The site on their property is gorgeous! The site is a mix of slightly elevated ground with lower ground that descends into a creek bed. It is beautifully shaded and well-maintained. It was very picturesque. There are well-maintained trails to hike through the property, composting restroom accommodations, a fire pit, firewood, and a little fairy glen to relax peacefully in. They were so welcoming of our dogs and great with the kids! They let us know when feeding time was so that the kids could feed the animals with them. They interacted with the baby calves, which was likely more fun for me than for the kids. They made themselves available for everything we needed and were so helpful. This was a first time camping experience for the kids and so we kept it short to a single night. It was the perfect spot, though. Even though the weather wasn't great for us, we had a great time and will be back.

Amber C.

8 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· November 2024

We can't wait to camp here again!

Tent · With kids

This was our second time camping here and it was absolutley perfect! Anytime we talk about camping my kids are asking to go to Fangtorn Forest. Cheryl is so kind and welcoming. Her Husband helped us get our fire started after we were really struggling. The area feels just secluded enough but when we forgot something we were only about 15 minutes from a Dollar General. My kids loved getting to see and feed all the animals and are so excited to go back in the spring and see Harlequinn's baby. My kids ask a lot of questions and Cheryl was patient and kind and answered their questions about the animals and what they eat and how they are cared for. I can not reccomend their camp site enough. My in laws who are seasoned campers also loved camping here as well.

Tiffany L.

6 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· October 2024

Tent · With kids

The hosts were very welcoming. The campsite was clean and had room for multiple tents. They provided plenty of split firewood. We had a great time interacting with the horses, cows, and alpacas. I would definitely recommend staying here and will be coming back.

Cindy C.

7 reviews

Recommends

· September 2024

A Quiet place to feed the soul

Tent

I had the best time in a very long time. I love the solitude and quiet from the city noise. The site is well shaded, very large (could accommodate a few tents easily), and mowed. There is a nice picnic table and lots of wood ready to use and stacked nicely. Cheryl has decorated for Halloween and there are blinking eyes and pumpkins that light up the night. There is also a cute fairy garden that is a good spot for a sit. The composting toilet was clean and no odor. There are some mowed trails that meander around the property that I wish I would have explored more. Cheryl is a great host and eager to share the stories of her animals. I took advantage of the dinner she offers and I was NOT disappointed -delicious, home cooked meal. I was grateful to not have to cook and could just enjoy nature. I am a knitter and spinner so I purchased some of her alpaca roving and can hardly wait to spin with it.

Ash D.

10 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· September 2024

Tent · With pets

Hosts were very friendly and kind, camping area was well maintained and peaceful. Enjoyed seeing and hearing the animals. Will definitely be back.

Cory S.

9 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· July 2024

Magical Experience!

16 ft car

Wow, this place is incredible! The owners have created a beautiful shade-covered private campsite in the woods across a little bridge and down a trail from the parking area, with a small fairy garden along the path. The composting toilet is convenient and all paths are nicely lit at night from well-placed solar lamps throughout the woods. They've cut hiking trails into the forest right from the large campsite area that are pleasant hikes through the woods. The farm is a geriatric horse rescue so there are lots of various horse breeds running around in the pasture nearby. A wonderful experience and we very highly recommend it! We will be back for sure.

Location

Garden City, Cass, Missouri, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of 𐓏𐒰𐓓𐒰𐓓𐒷 𐒼𐓂𐓊𐒻 𐓆𐒻𐒿𐒷 𐓀𐒰^𐓓𐒰^(Osage), 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