Site 11 - Willow Hill Farm and Mountains Camp
Nice peaceful locale for the price!
I have to say I was expecting a little more “creature comforts” like hot water and a mowed field since I have a Prius and if I drove into the field next to my site it would have probably gotten lost or partially buried in the tall brush/grass. I’m lucky I am an Eagle Scout because I really had to rough it and if I had been staying more than just an overnight I would have been really aggravated about the hot water “running out” I mean when the Host (Tara) said to me that the hot water had been used all up and we are literally like three weeks into camping season!!! And this was the day before Memorial Day! I’d hate to be a family with little ones and be told oh you and your family can’t have hot showers today because it’s been used up! Wow I’m sorry but as someone who runs a private campground these are things that need to be addressed before people arrive! If you’re not prepared you at least need to give your guests a heads up! Cause if I knew that I would probably have stayed somewhere else I was kinda looking forward to a nice hot shower on the morning of my departure. St least there were flushing toilets but maybe leaving the light to the bathrooms on at night or in the evening when guests are expected might be a good idea next time cause it’s not only scary but also very dangerous I wasn’t even able to get over to the bathrooms until the next day cause I really did not want to take any chances in the dark; even with a flashlight! So just be prepared is all next time thx!
Kenji S.recommendsApril 11, 2024
Site 8 - Willow Hill Farm and Mountains Camp
Very enjoyable camping experience
We camped on the edge of the horse-field at Tara's Willow Hill Farm, originally we were assigned Site 8 but instead because of the coming eclipse totality Tara (Host) invited us to stay at the edge of the field near Gate 2 which had a full 360-degree view of the sky and surrounding mountains, perfect for night-time stargazing and of course viewing the eclipse (which was amazing).. The field was right near the road (but not too near), and there was a gate which we could close for additional privacy. Across the road from the field is the Ausable River, which provided a perfect hiking and bird-watching opportunity for our two girls, also from Gate 2 I could hear the gentle sounds of the river all day and all night, perfect! Check-in was flawless, I called Tara when I was a few miles away from reaching the site, and she pointed us to the option to camp along the field and where we could access drinking water (near the center barn) and portable-potty (we used one conveniently near the field). Forgot to mention, but cell phones had 100% coverage and 4-5 bars covering most of the area, with no degradation of call/text/e-mail services. I believe there was enough throughput for viewing videos and other data-heavy activities, but I didn't try it and with the eclipse going on there were more users than usual, I do know that the girls iPads gave them access to all of whatever they were trying to look at most of the day and evening! Perfect for us!
Loren M.recommendsApril 10, 2024
Site 1 - Willow Hill Farm and Mountains Camp
Perfect eclipse campout!
We had a great visit during the eclipse! The site was nice and level and thankfully had dried out soon after the snow melted. We had a good time exploring the river and the brook and got to meet some of the friendly farm dogs. Highly recommend!
Jon N.recommendsApril 10, 2024
Site 13 - Willow Hill Farm and Mountains Camp
Very responsive and helpful host. Good value for money and love the flexibility.
Ezra G.recommendsApril 9, 2024
Site 10 - Willow Hill Farm and Mountains Camp
Great place!
We came here for the eclipse and had a blast. Beautiful place, and Tara and everyone there were super nice and helpful. We'd definitely come back even for non-celestial events!!
William H.doesn't recommendApril 9, 2024
Site 5 - Willow Hill Farm and Mountains Camp
Watched the Total Eclipse!
The Good: great Location to view 2024 total eclipse. The Bad: The description of amenities were oversold on the Hipcamp website. We were going to stay overnight but decided to shorting our stay and depart the same day. Not inviting!