Amenities

Fires
Flush Toilet
Outhouse
Potable Water
Showers

Activities

Biking
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Paddling
Swimming
Wildlife Watching

Terrain

Forest
Lake
River

About this space

Welcome to Blue Pony Acres. Thirty eight years ago we bought the remaining acreage and buildings from a northern Minnesota dairy farm. We have always enjoyed sharing our beautiful piece of the planet with friends. We want to share the beauty we experience every day with you. Leave your cubicle and the city life for a short respite in the north woods and enjoy one of our campsites. Bring your ki...

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Reviews • 263

★★★★★ (263 reviews)
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Lucy D.
☆☆☆☆☆
Aug 2023

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Site 5 on Art and Lisa’s campsite. Art was so helpful, being that it was our first time camping. We forgot tent polls and Art landed us a nice big tent. He showed...

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Manuel D.
☆☆☆☆☆
Aug 2023

My family and I travel a lot for hiking and have been to many places, but nothing like this. Art and Lisa’s property was perfect and exactly what we needed. The hospitality and kindness that Art an...

AI Review Summary

Overall, campers have had a delightful experience at Art and Lisa's campsite, praising the exceptional hospitality and cleanliness of the facilities. Many appreciate the peaceful and private atmosphere, along with the thoughtful amenities such as firewood and fresh water. However, some guests noted that the proximity of sites can affect privacy and that certain advertised amenities were not available. Despite these minor drawbacks, the positive feedback about the hosts and the beautiful surroundings make this campsite a highly recommended choice for outdoor enthusiasts.

Highlights
  • Incredibly friendly and helpful hosts (Art and Lisa)
  • Well-maintained and clean campsite
  • Plenty of firewood and fresh drinking water provided
  • Private and peaceful tent sites with beautiful surroundings
  • Unique compostable toilet facilities
  • Great recommendations for local hikes and activities
  • Thoughtful amenities like tables, chairs, and screened eating areas
Considerations
  • Sites can be close to each other, affecting privacy for some campers
  • Some amenities advertised (like vault toilets and solar showers) were not available
  • Bug spray is recommended due to insects in the area
  • Limited bathroom facilities may not suit everyone
  • Proximity to the hosts' house may feel less secluded for some