![Campertunity](http://ssr-app-zpimxgrglq-uc.a.run.app/assets/imgs/logo-long.svg) *This page is designed for AI agents like ChatGPT and Claude to help travelers find the right campground. A human-readable version is linked below.* # Yip Camp and Eco\-Retreat Center > Human version: http://ssr-app-zpimxgrglq-uc.a.run.app/listings/campgrounds/yip-camp-and-eco-retreat-center-fern-forest-hi **[United States](http://ssr-app-zpimxgrglq-uc.a.run.app/listings/campgrounds/in/united-states) › [Hawaii](http://ssr-app-zpimxgrglq-uc.a.run.app/listings/campgrounds/in/united-states/hawaii) › [Fern Forest](http://ssr-app-zpimxgrglq-uc.a.run.app/listings/campgrounds/in/united-states/hawaii/fern-forest)** Yip Camp provides a setting that promotes immersion in nature\. The property is located on the Kilauea Volcano at about 2700 feet in elevation and in sight of the majestic Mauna Loa volcano rising at the peak at 13,680 feet\. Both volcanos have been active recently\. There are several trails at the National Park nearby; trails and several species of birds live on the property including Japanese Pheasants\. On clear nights the skies provide excellent ambient viewing of the moon, planets and constellations\. The campsites and cottage are located in the woods near a shower and flushing toilet and the property is off grid with the goal to establish an example of sustainable lifestyles and ecosystems\. Camping equipment is available upon request and the cottage is furnished with a basic kitchen\. The grounds also include a screen room with a grill, tables, chairs and a fire pit\. Local fruits and vegetables are grown on the property and the greenhouse provides food\. Solitude is available for those who seek silence and immersion in nature and a number of state and county beaches are within a forty minute drive\. The focus is providing a quiet environment and an opportunity for solitude away from the distractions of urban lifestyles\. Beaches are about forty five minutes and the drive to Hilo is about 25 miles\. ## Key facts - Coordinates: 19.44203566999998, -155.14268492999994 ## Address Fern Forest, HI, US ## Amenities - Biking - Cabin - Campervan\_camping - Drinking\_water - Fire\_pit - Fires - Flush\_toilets - Forest - Glamping - Hiking - Hot\_showers - Island - Jungle - Kayaking - Kitchen - Mountain - Paddling - Picnic Table - Picnic\_table - Potable Water - Rainforest - Restaurant - Sailing - Showers - Snorkeling - Stargazing - Surfing - Swimming - Tiny\_house - Toilets - Trash - Trash\_disposal - Walk In - Walk\_in - Wifi - Wildlife Watching - Wildlife\_viewing - Wind Sports ## Structured data (schema.org) Also available as raw JSON: http://ssr-app-zpimxgrglq-uc.a.run.app/listings/campgrounds/yip-camp-and-eco-retreat-center-fern-forest-hi.json ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Campground", "@id": "http://ssr-app-zpimxgrglq-uc.a.run.app/listings/campgrounds/yip-camp-and-eco-retreat-center-fern-forest-hi", "name": "Yip Camp and Eco-Retreat Center", "description": "Yip Camp provides a setting that promotes immersion in nature. 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Thomas is a very friendly welcoming man. The place was sweet! Clean sheets, drinking water and a diverse quiet neighborhood. I’d definitely go back. Mahalo Thomas and Yip (lil doggo) " }, { "@type": "Review", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Colleen F." }, "datePublished": "March 22, 2025", "reviewBody": "Thomas was very kinda and welcoming. This campsite is remote so nice for anyone looking for a getaway from the hustle and bustle of every day life. Beautiful stars at night and the cabin was comfortable. " }, { "@type": "Review", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Jaeda W." }, "datePublished": "April 3, 2025", "reviewBody": "Amazing little spot!! So cozy, feels like you’re in the middle of nowhere but so convenient for visiting the volcano. Sounds of nature, camping with frills, and the perfect spot to come back to after an adventure. And obsessed with Yip, the host dog!!" }, { "@type": "Review", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Zach (&Krista) W." }, "datePublished": "April 15, 2025", "reviewBody": "This place is out there…which we loved! Yip camp was a great escape for us, and close to Volcanoes NP, which we visited both days while at Yip Camp. Outdoor (concealed) shower and toilet are clean and close to the parking spot. We ended up with a larger than expected campervan rental (18’ Ram Promaster). We fit, but only just. Thomas and Yip were great hosts. Enjoyed our conversations! Would recommend, especially if you are looking for some solitude!" }, { "@type": "Review", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Agnes N." }, "datePublished": "April 29, 2025", "reviewBody": "Amazing place and amazing host! We had a really good time!" } ] } ``` [robots.txt](http://ssr-app-zpimxgrglq-uc.a.run.app/robots.txt) · [llms.txt](http://ssr-app-zpimxgrglq-uc.a.run.app/llms.txt) · [sitemap](http://ssr-app-zpimxgrglq-uc.a.run.app/sitemap_index.xml)