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Peace & Quiet by the River!

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· New Ringgold, Schuylkill, Pennsylvania

150 acres hosted by Susan S.

1 RV/tent site · 2 tent sites

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Best in Pennsylvania: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

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My farm is just beautiful. I have owned it for 46 years and am proud as can be of its beauty and serenity. Welcome to our perfect outdoor haven, a beautiful 150 acre farm, providing an extraordinary escape from the hustle and bustle of our modern world. Two of our exclusive campsites are located on the banks of the Little Schuylkill River, with the world-renowned Hawk Mountain Sanctuary boarding on the other side of the river. The third site, has an open view of Hawk Mountain and the farm, to say nothing of the full sky view.. Our private, exclusive campsites, easily encompassing about 5 acres at each site and surrounded by the 150 acre farm, are designed to take advantage of the natural surroundings. Here you will find yourself off grid and alone with nature. Imagine yourself pitching your tent along the river or on the hill top, viewing countless birds of prey and all types of wildlife with no other folks around, except for your people. The location could not be better or more private. Our family for years have camped and played at these site, enjoying the river and night sounds. We are a working Christmas Tree farm as well. Truly private camping, not a commercial camp ground. Very few camping sites exist where you can just have your own space, but you may have it here. My family are stewards to this wonderful farm, and are thrilled to share it with you. We want you to chill and to find tranquility, to respect our sites and make memories that are treasured. Details: We will consider 1 night stays for weekdays, please contact for availability and pricing. We will also consider more than 8 campers. Please inquire! Because we are a tree farm, we cannot allow you to bring wood from other locations on to the farm. Wood is for sale here and we request a pre order so we can have it ready at your site. You may purchase through Hipcamp or directly from us. All sites have a picnic table, a Hawk Shadow Out House, water to wash things, a preparation table and a good bundle of kindling to start off your camping experience. There Is a shovel, cooking grates, log benches and a neat campfire ring. Potable water is available at the farm and you may refill when needed. Campsite #1 (Lean To Site) This site is along the river. It is private and lovely. You may park your car above the site and walk down to the river and camping area. Short, 50 yards, but a steepish walk. Pack in and out accordingly. Very private, lots of space. It is perfect. Campsite #2 (Dog Gone Site) This site is also along the river. It is private and has the same set up as site one. Park your car on top of hill and walk on down. It is a lovely spot. Walk is about 50 yards down a steep hill. Pack accordingly. Campsite #3 (High Site) Site 3 is above the river and looks over Hawk Mountain and the farm. It is private with beautiful views. Unreal full moon gazing............. Sunrise, Sunset, Moon rise, Bird watching, all very visible from this site. Car accessible, no walking to campsite required. At all sites, different seasons bring different activities. Spring: Kayaking, fishing and hiking. Summer: hiking, fishing in the pond, cooling off in the swim hole. Fall: raptor watching, hiking, biking plus fishing, (license required), in the Little Schuylkill. The nights are dark with star lit skies. We have a 1.5 acre bass pond on the farm for fishing, so bring your rod. Big bass in there!! Your camp site is surrounded by woods and forest, fields and trees. You are a two hour drive from center city Philadelphia and 2.5 hours from down town New York City. One hour from Harrisburg. What to do here? Plenty! Hiking! Hawk Mountain Sanctuary entrance is only 3 miles away. www.alltrails.com/parks/us/pennsylvania/hawk-mountain-sanctuary https://www.hikingproject.com/directory/8018169/hawk-mountain-sanctuary Both entrances to the Appalachian Trail, Eckville and Port Clinton, are a 10 minuet drive. A visit to Yuengling Brewery, in Pottsville, Americas older brewery, is a 20 minute drive. Jim Thorpe is a fourty five minute drive. Kutztown University is 35 minutes away. The heart of Amish Country is an hour drive. Biking, both country road and mountain. You need your own maps! Fishing in our beautiful river or on our pond! Cabela's in Hamburg is just 15 minutes down the road. But most of all to do here is to relax, fish, play in the river, walk and visit with your family and friends. Please see schuylkillriver.org for more information about our area. Hawk Shadow is located between New Ringgold and Port Clinton on the east side of the Appalachian Mountain. Very Rural. There is plenty of local produce, we can give you directions to our local farm stands. Fresh butchers are not far away. Swap meets and antique auction houses are scattered around the area. Yes, you can drive to the area of the campsite, but no, you cannot drive down actual site at campsite #1 and #2. Parking at site 3, no walk required.. Contact me and we will give you as much information as we can. Enjoy, have fun and be peaceful! Look at these sites for hiking and activities in the area!! www.alltrails.com/parks/us/pennsylvania/hawk-mountain-sanctuary https://www.hikingproject.com/directory/8018169/hawk-mountain-sanctuary schuylkillriver.org

Activities

Biking

Fishing

Hiking

Paddling

Natural features

Forest

River, stream, or creek

Swimming hole

Mountainous

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826 ratings · 386 reviews

Matt H.recommends

October 5, 2024

Site 1 Lean to Tent Site

We had a great time with our stay! The site was very private and BEAUTIFUL! The site was dreamy and very well cared for and maintained. This was a perfect camping spot for our little family!

Adam W.recommends

October 1, 2024

Site 3 High Site Tent/Car

Second time at this site, and even better than the first. The weather was kind to us this time around. If you decide to camp here you can expect: clean well maintained site, great views, the freshest air, refreshing breeze, birds all around and great hosts Suzan and Jenn.

Michael K.recommends

September 30, 2024

Site 3 High Site Tent/Car

Always amazing

This was our 6th time visiting. Susan and her helpers provide a perfect experience to people visiting. The site is very well organized and maintained. We always have a great time.

Tom Z.recommends

September 29, 2024

Site 1 Lean to Tent Site

The site was great. Plenty of space, very peaceful and calmingly quiet. The host was responsive and very helpful.

Paula M.doesn't recommend

September 26, 2024

Site 3 High Site Tent/Car

Private and close to town

I chose this site because I was coming to town to visit Hawk Mountain and wanted a site that was close by (maybe a 5 to 8 minute drive). If you want privacy, this is the site for you. I wish it didn’t rain so much (we had 1 almost rain free day), we would have explored the farm more. You can relax and no one will bother you. Heck, you may not see another person at all. We did see a couple of workers a couple of days who were mowing in between the tree rows. It did make using the bathroom a bit awkward, but not a huge deal. We enjoyed some really nice camp fires. The only negatives I can think of is cost ($100/night) and the darn train that woke us during the night twice. Jenn was very welcoming and it was nice knowing that she was there if we needed anything. Thanks, Jenn!

Talia C.recommends

September 23, 2024

Site 3 High Site Tent/Car

Picturesque

Beautiful scenery! Mostly private except for other campers arriving / departing the other sites. More amenities than anticipated and the wood made for a picturesque camp fire! Thank you!

Location

New Ringgold, Schuylkill, Pennsylvania, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Susquehannock and Lenapehoking (Lenni-Lenape) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking