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Reviews • 6
We drove down a few wrong roads before we found the campground. GPS brought us to the middle. It’s a small place so we quickly found camp. The hosts are really friendly and we spent some time talki...
A very nice primitive campground. Most of the campsites are very spacious and not right on top of each other. We were in campsite #34 which had direct access to the Primrose trail, which is on top...
Overall, the campsite offers a pleasant experience for those seeking a primitive camping adventure. Reviewers appreciate the spacious sites, clean facilities, and friendly staff, as well as the beautiful natural surroundings and access to hiking trails. However, some campers noted that the pit toilets may not be ideal for everyone, and there can be noise from nearby sites during quiet hours. Despite a few minor issues, the campsite is considered a good value for a weekend getaway.
- Spacious and well-laid-out campsites
- Clean pit toilets
- Friendly and helpful staff
- Direct access to hiking trails
- Beautiful scenery and photo opportunities
- Affordable pricing for camping
- Quiet atmosphere despite some noise
- Pit toilets may not be suitable for everyone
- Some campers reported noise during quiet hours
- GPS directions can be misleading
- One vault toilet had a door issue
- Limited amenities with no water or electric on sites