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Draco Hill Nature Farm

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308 reviews

· West Branch, Cedar, Iowa

75 acres hosted by Suzan E.

4 RV/tent sites

Best in Iowa: 3rd place

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

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A convenient 7 miles north of Interstate 80 but feels like an oasis away from it all. Enjoy nature in a private, wooded river valley setting. Go to sleep under the stars to the sound of frogs, cicadas, coyotes, deer and the rustling wind through the tallgrass prairie. Wake to an amazing sunrise over the river. Enjoy a hike through our 4 miles of trails on 75 acres of rolling woodlands and prairie, picking berries, finding mushrooms, scaring up a turkey or pheasant in the brush or listening to the birds. (Pull out your Merlin app to see who's singing!) Play in the river or upland pond, cut cattails and prairie grasses for souvenirs and enjoy being unplugged for a while. Your hosts are here if you need us, but we leave you to enjoy this beautiful place at your own pace. Draco Hill Nature Farm hosts free events during the year. See Dracohill.org/events for details. Make it part of your camping experience or sign up for your own private sustainable agriculture tour under "Extras." This is a "socks and shoes, jeans and boots" kind of camping. You're visiting wild places and a working perennial farm, so please dress appropriately for your optimal enjoyment. NOTE: Poison ivy is very prevalent. We spray chemicals as little as possible for your safety and the benefit of the environment. The trade off is wearing long pants in the woods and being vigilant around your campsite. We use TecNu - a product we scrub on and wash off if we get into poison ivy by mistake and it has kept us from any major outbreaks.

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98% Recommend645 ratings · 308 reviews

Camping at Suzan's site is a serene escape into nature, offering a blend of tranquility and adventure along the Cedar River. The site is consistently praised for its privacy, beautiful trails, and wildlife, making it a favorite for those seeking a peaceful retreat. While most appreciate the clear directions and Suzan's hospitality, some have noted challenges, such as limited trailer turnaround space and occasional issues with firewood. Overall, it's a cherished spot for tent camping and enjoying Iowa's natural beauty.

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Elisabeth M.

1 review

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· April 2025

Tent ·

Sycamore Grove

We had a great time tent camping here. The site was easy to find, and felt nicely private and secluded from the other sites nearby. The river view was beautiful. It is definitely a small site- we had just enough room to pitch our 10 x 10 tent here. The outhouse situation is also less than ideal. The closest one was very close to another campsite and therefore didn't feel super private, and the other outhouse was a bit of a walk away (although much more private). Still, overall, I very much enjoyed my time camping at this scenic site and it is definitely worth a visit.

Bryan M.

3 reviews

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· April 2025

20 ft campervan ·

Sun and Swimming

really nice spot and nice people. was great to camp along the river

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Leah F.

2 reviews

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· April 2025

Tent ·

Shade and Swimming

Great little hideout. Feels like an adventure getting there even though it’s so close to town. The host was kind and considerate, nicely balancing being available and leaving me space for my solo retreat. Don’t miss the trails that go up the hill on the far side of the property! The woods and pond were a delightful contrast to the also lovely prairie trails. Looking forward to sharing it with my family next time. :)

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Beth G.

6 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

Tent · With pets ·

Shade and Swimming

Absolutely stunning. We will be back for many future visits this is a true gem for private primitive camping here in Iowa.

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Taylor M.

7 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

16 ft car ·

Shade and Swimming

Beautiful spot. Great place to use the Merlin app! We heard an owl and then a chorus of birds in the morning :) Her instructions on how to get to her property were clear- don’t even bother with phone gps. Doggie loved it too!

Beth A.

3 reviews

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· September 2024

Tent · With kids ·

Shade and Swimming

We loved this location- so quiet, nice trails and wildlife!

Location

West Branch, Cedar, Iowa, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Báxoje Máyaⁿ (Ioway), oθaakiiwaki‧hina‧ki (Sauk) & Meškwahki·aša·hina (Fox), Očhéthi Šakówiŋ, and Kiikaapoi (Kickapoo) First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

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