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Rusty Ranch Tree Farm and Forest

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· Bellingham, Whatcom, Washington

110 acres hosted by Scott & Margaret H.

1 lodging site · 5 RV/tent sites

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

Scott & Margaret is a Star Host

Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.

Private sites

96% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.

Best farmstays: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Welcome to our tree farm and certified forest. Looking for an ideal family getaway spot? With our unique location nestled in the foothills of Stewart Mt and the peaceful Squalicum Valley, Rusty Ranch Tree Farm offers 110 acres of meadows and forest. Our location provides easy access to much of our local recreation options and is only 10 min east of Bellingham. Our camp area is spacious and can can easily accomidate your family and even a couple of friends. Scattered trees offer shade, and large grassy areas provide ample space to roam. We are proud to say we were recently given a top FARM STAY award from Hipcamp. Rusty Ranch Tree Farm is dedicated to "Eduction through Exploration" where we strive to provide your family and friends with more than just camping but also a place to experience nature and learn about forestry. Hike the several miles of nature trails on the hillside and explore our 65 acres of certified forest. Placards on the nature trail are part of our self-guided tour and provide information about forestry and the plants and animals that call this their home. You may request a guided interactive tour for your group if you prefer. Wander through the old growth groves, walk the 50' boardwalk and see the magical Fern Ridge. There are abundant wildflowers and seasonal berries to pick, as well as a variety of fall apples and pears in the old orchard available for self harvest. You can even purchase a tree to take home and plant. We also offer a roadside farm stand with fresh seasonal fruits and veggies as well as farm fresh eggs. We hope you will come and stay with us for your next adventure.

Activities

Biking

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Natural features

Forest

River, stream, or creek

Waterfall

Mountainous

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346 ratings · 303 reviews

Trevor W.recommends

September 3, 2024

Misty Meadow Group Camp

We had a great stay at the farm (for the third year in a row) and are continually impressed by the growing infrastructure and amenities. You can tell how much energy the hosts put into the sites, making the stay that much more enjoyable for kids and parents alike. Looking forward to next year!

Kerrin K.recommends

September 2, 2024

Painted Pony Horse Camp

Perfect for families and pets!

Getting to the location was a breeze thanks to the clear instructions from the hosts. Upon arrival, Margaret welcomed us with such warmth and friendliness, we immediately felt comfortable and happy to be there. She also provided with an information kit which was so useful. The hosts were really intentional and thoughtful with their site, we really liked that. Our camp ground and the other shared amenities around were extremely well -maintained. There was plenty for kids to do (playground, games, space to run around) and amazing site for our dogs to be off-leash and play too. Having this kind of privacy and space for ourselves (adults, kits, pets) was a real winner for us. We will love to visit again and will definitely be recommending Rusty Ranch to our friends!

Lee Ann M.recommends

September 2, 2024

Hawthorne Loop

Fantastic Spot!

We loved staying here! It's a gorgeous piece of property. Everything is exceptionally well-maintained. Margaret was very friendly. We loved the Snack Shack! Hawthorne Loop was a perfect spot for our family and it felt very private. We would love to stay here again!

Svetlana F.recommends

September 2, 2024

Hawthorne Loop

Thank you for hosting us! We really loved Rusty Ranch campground! We stayed at the Hawthorne Loop site. It was a big and clean site. It had a picnic table and a fire pit. The outhouse was clean and not smelly at all. Our 7 year old son loved the swing on the camp site, and the playground nearby. We loved the walking trails with a lot of signs, learning about the area. The creek was behind the site and was great to cool down and splash around. The Snack Shack was well stocked with firewood, propane, fresh farm eggs, various ice cream bars, and etc. Margarett and Scott are great hosts. They always check in if we need anything!

Nicole R.recommends

September 1, 2024

Painted Pony Horse Camp

We had such an incredible stay! The ranch is so beautiful and Margaret was so friendly welcoming. Our space was perfect for our two kids and Golden Retriever. We especially enjoyed petting Ronnie the horse he was so lovely. My kids loved being able to get snacks (especially ice cream) at the snack shack. We loved being able to get fresh eggs and corn. My kids loved playing on the swing and using the volleyball net. We also enjoyed the hiking trails down by the creek. Thank you for a wonderful stay. We will be back!

Jenny C.recommends

August 30, 2024

Painted Pony Horse Camp

My dogs and I had a GREAT time at the camp. The site is clean and big, I felt private and safe to let the dogs offleash. The whole farm is really big to walk and enjoy the sunshine in the nice weather. Would definitely come back again and again. Also the location is not far from the big grocery stores and so it would be easy to get something if you forget to pack.

Location

Bellingham, Whatcom, Washington, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla, Semiahmoo, and Nuxwsa’7aq (Nooksack) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking