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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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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!
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173 ratings · 144 reviews
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Shannon S.recommends
June 7, 2024
Blackthorn Basecamp
Dave was very helpful getting us oriented to the area and his camp. We had some weather and he came to make sure we were secure before it hit. The ground are well maintained, with lots of secrets to find on the property
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Peter N.recommends
May 27, 2024
Camp Ash!
Great outdoor hot shower and plenty of room between sites and Dave is on site
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Joshua C.recommends
May 26, 2024
The Swing Camp
Very well kept grounds and friendly owner, had a good time!
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Gina B.recommends
April 22, 2024
The Swing Camp
This was our second visit - such a relaxing space. The Swing site is further back into the property than the site we chose the first time, but parking is even closer. Super private and beautiful area. Tons of space, fire ring, and short walk to the port-a-potty. We love it here!
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Robin S.recommends
April 6, 2024
Camp Ash!
Dave was wonderful—helped organize us (a larger party) to a great little campsite that was well equipped with fire pit, extinguisher, food prep area, tables—the works. Stayed up late to show us the way to the site, and checked on us before we left. Happy to plan future trips here!
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Owen H.recommends
April 6, 2024
The Swing Camp
I love Dave
Dave was extremely kind, cool, and accommodating. Campsite was lovely too. Would definitely stay again!
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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