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Camping at Heritage Farms

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· Peninsula, Summit, Ohio

115 acres hosted by Carol And George H.

6 lodging sites · 9 tent sites

Best in Ohio: 1st place

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Near Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Within a 30-minute drive from the Boston Store Visitor Center.

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

At Heritage Farms, we’re currently a 5th-generation, family-owned and -operated Christmas tree farm headed by my husband, George, and me, Carol. Originally founded in 1848 by my great uncle Lawson Waterman, it was my father who shifted our primary focus to cultivating Christmas trees in 1955. George and I took the reins in 1979 and have been happily continuing the tradition of growing trees while also expanding into other areas, including celebrating Halloween with our month-long Pumpkin Pandemonium in October. We’ve also taken to hosting the Peninsula Flea during the summer months, catering to a wide variety of artisan- and craftsman-centric clientele. As for camping, we began eight years ago following a trip George and I took to Denmark, wherein we stayed in a number of outdoor shelters that would later inspire us to construct the first of our several Adirondack-style shelters. We’ve since expanded to offering six shelters total, three of which share the same Adirondack aesthetic of our original build, and three of which take inspiration from an open-air A-frame design. Along with those shelters, we’ve mapped out nine primitive tent sites, all of which are available for rent, spring through fall—we hope to see you here! Heritage Farms is a 5th-generation, 115-acre farm located in the heart of the scenic Cuyahoga Valley National Park, and as such we are incredibly close to the various trails located across the Cuyahoga Valley. We are a working tree farm, and while we do ask for your care while residing among our fields, we also encourage you to take advantage of the beauty and serenity that our property has to offer! WHAT WE OFFER From April 1st to October 26th, 2024, we have 15 campsites available* for rental, including nine outdoor tent sites, three A-frame sites, two standard Adirondack shelter sites, and one “Glamping” site. Each site comes standard with a fire ring, a grilling grate, a picnic table, and a storage rack for firewood and kindling drop-offs. All shelter sites include closure devices for privacy and protection. Our Glamping site (numbered as Campsite 3) features an upgraded Adirondack shelter that includes a complimentary mattress, screen door and fasteners, exterior curtain, lean-to awning, and full propane grill and tool set. Also included is a furnished campfire ring featuring rustic bench seating and chairs. It’s a perfect site for large groups! Included for use by all campers is our Games Field, located by our lower gravel lot, adjacent to campsites A and B. This field holds a cornhole area, a horseshoes pitch, and a tetherball court, all with playing pieces available. We also have our Lending Wagon, stocked with board games, books, puzzles, and miscellaneous gear campers may need—we do request that all items borrowed from the Lending Wagon be returned before departing Heritage Farms. Other amenities include an information booth where carts, charging stations, and assistance from an on-site attendant can be found. *During October, several of our campsites (A-F, and 6) are closed in lieu of our Pumpkin Pandemonium. As a result, our reservations are limited during this month. SOME THINGS TO KNOW 1. We have capacity limits at our sites. Tent sites, labelled A-J, can hold three (3) tents. Shelter sites, numbered 1-6, have a shelter and room for two (2) tents. All sites are limited to a maximum of six (6) campers. 2. All vehicles (except bicycles) must remain in the designated parking lots. 3. No vehicles may be driven into the camping area at any time. 4. Campers are responsible for carrying their gear to their campsites—we provide wheeled carts for your use. 5. Ohio Primitive Camping licensing does not allow for wheeled camping on Heritage Farms property. This includes car camping, truck campers, popups, RVs, and any other wheeled camping vehicles. 6. Due to Summit County Health regulations, we cannot provide ground water. Please bring your own drinking water and washing water. We do have 1-gallon jugs of water available for purchase during reservations and upon arrival at Heritage Farms. Purchases can be made using PayPal, credit card, or cash. 7. Due to the potential risks posed to our crops, and to state and National Park regulations, WE DO NOT ALLOW OUTSIDE FIREWOOD on Heritage Farms property—firewood MUST be purchased from Heritage Farms. Firewood and kindling bundles are available for purchase upon reservation at a discounted rate and will be delivered to your campsite prior to your arrival. Firewood may also be purchased upon arrival at our standard rate, using PayPal, credit card, or cash. 8. Several of our campsites are situated along the boundary between the farm and Cuyahoga Valley National Park property. Please respect the designated boundaries and refrain from encroaching into unauthorized park territory. 9. Check-in times are from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. If you’re arriving after 7:00 p.m., please let us know your estimated time of arrival—if you’re arriving after dark, we’ll mark your site with a solar light. Checkout should be completed before 10:00 a.m.—all tents, equipment, and trash must be removed from your campsite prior to your departure. We do have a dumpster on-site where all camp trash must be disposed. Gray water stations are available for the disposal of used or dirty water. 10. Only campers registered to Hipcamp are permitted on Heritage Farms property. A public picnic area is available ¼-mile south of the farm for outside socializing. 11. DOG POLICY: we welcome dogs who have received prior permission from the farm owners. We limit the number of dogs on property each day. A dog registration form must be filled out upon arrival and must include information regarding rabies vaccinations—dogs that have not had the proper vaccinations are not permitted on the property. All dogs MUST be on a leash and in the physical control of their owner(s) at all times. No pets may be left unattended at any time—pets must be taken with their owner(s) any time the owner(s) departs the farm property. 12. Heritage Farms is a working farm, and as such machinery may be in use during your stay. OTHER INFORMATION Our 15 primitive campsites are situated 25 to 50 yards apart from one another. This allows for social distancing and maximizes campsite privacy. All 15 of our campsites at Heritage Farms are available for booking from April 1 until September 27, 2024; from September 28 to October 26, 2024, only shelter sites 1-5 and tent sites and G, H, and J will be open. We can't wait to see you on the farm!

Activities

Biking

Hiking

Paddling

Snow sports

Natural features

Forest

Swimming hole

Farm

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2163 ratings · 1512 reviews

Daniel A.recommends

October 30, 2024

Campsite 3 (Glamping Site)

Great camping site

Very fun camping site and unique experience to be camping in fall on a farm with Christmas trees. The smells were incredible.

Leah S.recommends

October 28, 2024

Campsite G

Another Lovely Trip

This was our third stay at Heritage Farms and we left with another positive experience (though a chilly one!) The farm is in a great location with easy access to the national park and amenities within Peninsula. Campsites are spread out enough to feel private and porta-pots were clean. Even with a private event on site, it was still pretty quiet and relaxing. Views were beautiful across the farm. Staff are always friendly and eager to help. We are looking forward to our fourth stay!

Doug F.recommends

October 25, 2024

Campsite 4

Helpful Staff

I was bikepacking my way up the Ohio to Erie Trail from Columbus to Cleveland. When I got there George was mowing. He was extremely friendly and helpful with finding places for dinner and breakfast. I would definitely recommend staying there!

Caitlyn D.recommends

October 24, 2024

Campsite 4

Great camping location! This was our first experience with Hipcamp and we were very pleased. The site was clean and the firewood bundle we added to our reservation was waiting for us at the site when we arrived. The staff on site were super friendly and we received detailed check in instructions prior to our arrival. This was the perfect spot to camp to visit the Cuyahoga Valley National Park.

Daniel M.recommends

October 23, 2024

Campsite G

Site G

This is a great location. It's as close to Cuyahoga NP as possible. I set up my hammock and tent at Site G. With that said, the ground was fairly muddy even without rain in the high-traffic campsite areas (around the fire and picnic table). Boots would help a lot, but I still wouldn't want that site in the rain. There was a bit of a hike to the site. They provide carts and wheelbarrows, but it was still quite some work. The outhouses were very nice for outhouses (you could tell they were cleaned regularly). They give you a good amount of firewood for the price compared to other parks. The people I met were very nice. If I needed a campsite in the area in the future, I would consider staying there again (but maybe at a different site).

Alyssa C.recommends

October 23, 2024

Campsite 4

I stayed here my 4 and 6 year old for a few days so we could explore Cuyahoga Valley NP. It was the perfect location, so close to everything in the park! The land is absolutely beautiful and the distance from the few other lean-tos makes this a quiet spot (we were woken by coyotes nearby the second night, which was exciting for us all!). A short walk away from the outhouses, and I was grateful that they were clean. Thank you for your kindness and hospitality. Lots of incredible memories were made!❤️

Location

Peninsula, Summit, Ohio, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Erie and Kaskaskia First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking