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Blackthorn Retreat

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· Randolph, Riley, Kansas
101 acres hosted by Dave C.
4 lodging sites · 6 RV/tent sites · 3 tent sites
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Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
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The most unique feature of this property is that it was unaltered for the last 50 years. Purchased in 2015 by us  for use in outdoor skills instruction as Blackthorn-USA. In 2018 we developed Blackthorn Retreat as a private campground. Densely wooded and home to many animals this property is unlike any other place in the area. It was, and is, our intention to create campsites and usable space without the use of heavy equipment to maintain the natural setting and diverse wildlife habitat. While we are now altering the property, we are working with our land as opposed to forcing it to our will. Come see us. Adventure awaits!
Activities
Biking
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Natural features
Forest
Lake
River, stream, or creek
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190 ratings · 157 reviews
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Caleb H.recommends
October 28, 2024
Blackthorn Basecamp
Excellent experience
Dave was an excellent host. Very responsive and helpful onsite. Great and unique site.
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Amanda K.recommends
October 21, 2024
The Swing Camp
Lovely place to camp
Lovely place to camp. Host was available and helpful. Great night skies.
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Jalyn M.recommends
October 13, 2024
Group Camping in the Woods
Autumn Camping
I can’t say enough good things about our experience camping on Dave’s land! From the beautiful grounds as the leaves are beginning to fall to the added bonus of a warm outdoor shower, our group had an absolutely splendid time! The camp is a short drive from the state park with some great walking/biking trails, and a small convenience store for anything you forgot to pack. Blackthorn Retreat is a hidden gem if I have ever seen one and we will definitely be coming back in the future. Easily one of the best places to camp in Kansas.
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Daniel W.recommends
October 9, 2024
Blackthorn Basecamp
We booked on short notice and Dave was very responsive. We had the site to ourselves and it was very peaceful. The shower was convenient. It was a great spot to stop for a night on our trip.
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Hillary T.recommends
October 4, 2024
The Gothic Pod
We love the pods. Super comfortable at any temperature. Relaxing property and Dave is a great host!
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Kaylyn H.recommends
September 23, 2024
Bell Ravine
Peaceful and beautiful stay. Dave is cultivating something really incredible at his place. His passion for architecture and exploring different building techniques means there are even more cool things to come in the future for this property. One of those stays where you think: they really have thought of everything! Outdoor hot shower was amazing. The pods have power and wifi if you need it (a/c, heat, microwave, mini fridge). Ample fire rings throughout the property. Endless outdoor cooking opportunities including a pizza oven. infinite peaceful spots to hang your hammock. The cleanest port-a-john I have ever experienced. Absolutely plan to return with more friends in the future.
Location
Randolph, Riley, Kansas, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Washtáge Moⁿzháⁿ (Kaw / Kansa), 𐓏𐒰𐓓𐒰𐓓𐒷 𐒼𐓂𐓊𐒻 𐓆𐒻𐒿𐒷 𐓀𐒰^𐓓𐒰^(Osage), 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
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Hosted by Dave C.

Joined in June 2018
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