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Rooted Timbers

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· Stuart, Guthrie, Iowa

12 acres hosted by Ben C.

1 RV/tent site

We're Ben, Trinh, Camille, and Sage. We purchased this 12 acres in Fall '20 as a way to share our love of the outdoors with our friends and family. As time went on, we noticed a need in making outdoor activities more accessible and inclusive to those outside our network. Rooted Timbers was created with the intention of making it easier for you to disconnect from business and connect with stillness.12 acres of private forest preserve under some of the darkest skies in Iowa makes for a perfect location to enjoy some peaceful stargazing among the rolling hills of west-central Iowa. Bring your car, tent, campervan, truck or pop up camper to enjoy an off-grid getaway along the South Raccoon River. A fire pit, the first bundle of firewood are included at the site and a camping toilet are provided. Additional firewood available for purchase ($5 per bundle, see Extras).

Activities

Biking

Fishing

Hiking

Paddling

Natural features

Beach

Forest

River, stream, or creek

Field

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20 ratings · 17 reviews

Mia W.recommends

September 29, 2024

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Relax under the trees

Loved it here. Secluded and peaceful. There is a picnic table and fire pit provided. Pretty trail to the river. I would definitely come back here.

Justin S.recommends

September 8, 2024

Boondockers Dark Sky Paradise

Peaceful getaway!

Ben’s spot was great, super peaceful and relaxing. It’s beautiful out there. We were the only ones there and the dogs loved running free. Walked the whole stream and back it was an all around great time. 10/10 would stay again. Thanks for everything!

Carla V.recommends

September 1, 2024

Boondockers Dark Sky Paradise

Quiet and secluded with great host

Ben was friendly and hospitable and easy to communicate with. The property was easy to find. It is on a gravel road, but that means not much traffic. The site was quiet and secluded, but felt secure with a gate that is locked at night. A picnic table, Adirondack chair, fire ring and firewood were all included. Great place for a quiet getaway. It is rustic. No electricity available. Bring your own drinking water. Ben did provide a camping toilet which was very nice.

Jill C.recommends

October 8, 2022

Boondockers Dark Sky Paradise

Gorgeous views

The property is beautiful. They had 3-4 sites & all were a distance from each other giving everyone privacy. Hiking trails are well maintained & contained several stopping points along the way to enjoy the river or the forest. We enjoyed our morning coffee in the chairs provided by the river. It was nice to unplug & enjoy beauty.

Bruce C.recommends

October 3, 2022

Boondockers Dark Sky Paradise

Ben’s spot is a perfect and easy little getaway. Everything was simple and very well communicated. We had a great stay and the creek on the grounds was completely soothing.

Alex P.recommends

August 14, 2022

Boondockers Dark Sky Paradise

Woods river camping

The land was great. Private camping spots for our tow behind small camper. With trails to explore and on a river bend making a pretty view. Has glamping tents on property to rent as well. Our site was a primitive camp site with a fire pit and portable toilet to use. It is in the woods so have bug spray. Beautiful noises of the crickets and frogs as we slept.

Location

Stuart, Guthrie, Iowa, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Báxoje Máyaⁿ (Ioway), Jíwere–Ñút’achi Máyaⁿ (Otoe-Missouria), and Očhéthi Šakówiŋ First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking