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Root River Hideaway

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· Houston, Houston, Minnesota

5 acres hosted by Kelly F.

All to yourself

100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

Get away from it all and take in the fresh air and views at the Root River Hideaway. Camp on the river's edge with instant, 24-hour access to fishing, tubing, or paddling. Enjoy amazing sunsets while listening to a crackling fire - on-site wood provided for a nominal fee. Ultimate privacy with no other campers and not a house to be seen up and down the river. Our property lies on a quiet stretch of the Root River where you have private access for small craft, or you are 5 minutes from a boat launch for flat bottom boats / kayaks and canoes (for longer trips from upriver or downriver). Inquire with owner for rules of the river, estimated trip times and more. Experience some amazing stargazing, while listening to the owls, coyotes or if you're up early (or late!) enough, maybe you'll see or hear the Sandhill cranes nesting nearby. Fish to your heart's content for all types of trout, bass, panfish and rough fish - maybe the occasional walleye or sauger! All right from the bank, from your boat or while floating down the river in your craft (or one we can rent you). Soak up the sun while exploring the trails, creek and pond on the property, or cool off while floating down the Root River. The Root's sandy bottom is family friendly, with a generally shallow and straight path with a good current, making for an easy paddle downstream between landings. Away from it all yet the convenience of being only 2.5 miles from Houston with access to the local coffee shop Baristas, the Root River Market and the International Owl Center, plus the Root River bike trail system. The park with trail access also has a nice natural playground, Nature Center, picnic area and amphitheater with occasional music events. In addition, a beautiful 18-hole golf course, Valley High, is set in the bluffs of Southeast Minnesota- just 5 minutes away.

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Forest

River, stream, or creek

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June 2, 2024

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Great spot. Had a great time, would recommend. Great being by the river.

Jessica Z.recommends

May 13, 2024

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Loved This Spot!

We absolutely love camping at this site! It was beautiful with lots of flowers and open space! There are a pair of bald eagles living in the are that graced us with their presence throughout our stay! It was peaceful though you can still hear some cars driving by every now and again. There was not any direct access to the river as the stairs had not been installed for the season quite yet. But the views (sunrise/sunset) were beautiful! It was awesome that they provided ample firewood for a small fee. We were able to take advantage of some of the state parks nearby that had great hiking! Host was very kind! We would camp here again!

Andrew S.recommends

May 8, 2024

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Kelly was a very accommodating host. Everything was as expected. The campground was perfectly secluded, but still within a 5 min drive for any unexpected needs.

Location

Houston, Houston, Minnesota, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of oθaakiiwaki‧hina‧ki (Sauk) & Meškwahki·aša·hina (Fox), Očhéthi Šakówiŋ, and Wahpeton First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Kelly F.Joined in March 2024

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