Big Rock Eco Retreat & Campgrounds

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11 reviews

· Gilmour, Lennox And Addington, Ontario

32 acres hosted by Jason And Susie P.

5 glamping pitches · 2 tent pitches

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Jason and Susie is a Star Host

Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at some sites.

Big Rock Eco Retreat is a serene and picturesque campground located on the shores of Weslemkoon Lake, in Addington Highlands Township. Situated amidst the breathtaking natural beauty of the surrounding crown land, this eco-friendly retreat offers visitors an unforgettable outdoor experience. The area is home to a variety of native wildlife, including moose, deer, black bears, loons, and eagles, which can often be spotted in their natural habitats. The campsite offers individual fire pits and gas BBQs at each site, allowing visitors to enjoy the great outdoors while cooking up a delicious meal. Hiking enthusiasts can explore the extensive network of hiking trails that wind through the woods, while fishing enthusiasts can try their luck in the lake, which is teeming with fish in the summertime. In the winter, visitors can enjoy ice fishing, snowmobiling, and snowshoeing, with well-maintained trails for all levels of experience. Each camping site can accommodate a hot tub for an additional fee, based on availability, making it a perfect way to unwind and relax. For those who want to explore the lake further, there is a marina with a general store open in the summer time. Visitors can purchase additional services such as smore kits, fishing rods, small boat rentals, private boat tours of the lake, and snowshoes in the winter. In addition, the retreat also offers a skating pond in the winter when the ice is thick enough. Overall, Big Rock Eco Retreat provides an idyllic setting for outdoor enthusiasts looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse themselves in nature.

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Biking

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Natural features

Forest

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River, stream, or creek

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100% Recommend14 Ratings · 11 reviews

Victoria D.

5 months on Hipcamp

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· February 2025

Awesome Winter Getaway!

Luxury Dome | Hot Tub | Lake Access

We absolutely loved staying at Susie and Jason's dome in the woods. Jason met us upon arrival and drove us through the property to the dome. He spent a good amount of time going over everything to make sure we were comfortable and knew how to operate the pellet stove and water. We happened to arrive the day a huge snow storm was coming, so the scenery was beautiful. No better place to be to hunker down! The dome was comfortable and clean. The kitchen had all the necessities. Beds and pillows were excellent. The loft bed even has dual remotes so you and you partner can adjust it according to your likes. Hot tub was awesome to have a soak in at night under the stars. Added bonus was how the surrounding forest was dimmly lit up with black lights at night. All in all our time here was awesome. The only recommendation I would give the hosts is to make sure the dome is heated upon the guest's arrival. We will be back again for sure! Thanks for a great mid-week getaway from the kids!

Vladislav P.

6 months on Hipcamp

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· September 2024

Tent Camping

Tent · With pets ·

Tent Site Forest Side 02

We truly enjoyed staying Big Rock Eco retreat. Jason was super helpful and accommodating. We packed and left the city in the afternoon Friday rush and forgot a few key items. Jason being a super host, came in handy and made sure we had a great and smoothest experience possible. The resort territory is clean and beautiful. Kayaks a free to use and the lake was warm so we went for a swim on Saturday! We will definitely come back, thinking of ice fishing now! I recommend this resort for both single and family campers.

Jenn V.

3 reviews

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· August 2024

We will be back!

With kids ·

Rustic Cabin Getaway Lake Access

Jason and Susie are phenomenal hosts. Not only were they there for everything we needed but we felt like family. Such a unique place and they made every effort to make sure we had a great time.

Raw 7.

7 months on Hipcamp

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· August 2024

Tent Site Forest 01

Tent ·

Tent Site Forest 01

This particular site would be great for new campers wanting to experience camping. It is not actually in the forest but abutts it. The site is flat for pitching your tent however, make sure of placement away from the hillside as the water will shed directly to your tent if it rains heavily. The siting of the campsite and the hillside trees offer some shade to keep your tent cooler.

Maria B.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· July 2024

Wonderful camping

Tent · With pets ·

Tent Site Forest 01

This place is unbelievable 😍 We were a group 4 girls 1 dog and 1 cat and we all loved , Jason showed us around all his land is perfect he really takes care of everything.

Roger L.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· June 2024

What a find!

Tent ·

Tent Site Forest 01

Very attentive hosts, lovely property and more than we expected. We stayed on a tent site and felt it was very private. Highly recommended for people looking to relax and reconnect with nature.

Location

Gilmour, Lennox And Addington, Ontario, CanadaTraditional, ancestral territory of Omàmìwininìwag (Algonquin) and Anishinabewaki ᐊᓂᔑᓈᐯᐗᑭ First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking