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The Light Center

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259 reviews

· Baldwin City, Franklin, Kansas

95 acres hosted by Susan T.

3 lodging sites · 7 tent sites

Best in Kansas: 3rd place

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Family-friendly

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

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Susan is a Star Host

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The Light Center is a 95 acre natural sanctuary nestled in a wooded creek valley amidst the farm land of Kansas. • We have a refinished community barn with two private rooms and a community kitchen, a 30ft Pacific Yurt and lots of great places to camp. • If you're just driving through or want an 'easy' camping experience with wifi, pitch your tent in the spacious yard around the barn. • We have lots of places to hike to and several wonderful remote camping spots. Choose from hiking out to camp near the large creek that winds through our land, gathering with friends in a meadow or tucking into a spot in the woods with a beautiful view of the Kansas plains. • Out here, on a clear night, you can see all of the stars. We are an organic, sustainable farm providing natural sacred spaces for hiking and camping. We welcome peaceful camping for people with reverence for the land and all beings. We have goats, free-range chickens, guinea hens, dogs and cats. For the safety of our livestock and other guests, we do require visitors to keep their dogs on a leash at all times. The Light Center is a retreat center serving as a beacon, lighting the way into a vibrant future. We are creating new paths with open hearts. We offer events, celebrations and ceremonies about harmonizing with the earth and inspiring personal, local and global connections. We provide a safe space to nurture and inspire spiritual growth and empower youth.

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Reviews

98% Recommend397 ratings · 259 reviews

Lori S.

8 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· March 2025

Tent ·

Beside the Barn 1, park & camp

I enjoyed my stay at the Light Center. Since I was the only camper there, the hosts told me to pick any spot I wanted. I appreciate that I had access to the common kitchen and bathroom in the barn, but still had my privacy on the other side of the treeline. As a solo female camper, I felt quite safe and comfortable. When Susan came out to greet me, she was followed by a friendly group of goats - giving them scratches and listening to their bells and bleating made my evening. It was too muddy to check out the trails on the property, but that’s something to look forward to at the next visit. This Light Center is far enough from town that you get some good star gazing and you’ll be serenaded to sleep by a chorus of owls and coyotes. I had a quiet, peaceful stay.

Rebecca J.

3 months on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· January 2025

With kids ·

The Redtail Yurt

We had a nice time getting away from the hustle and bustle for an evening with our kiddos. We heard the sounds of nature and enjoyed games by candlelight. Everyone was pleasant that we met. It was a chilly night and the propane heater didn't really keep the yurt very warm so that was a bit disappointing. There were lots of blankets. I didn't see any matches to light the candles but fortunately I had some in my purse. Overall about what I expected so for that, I'll give it a 4/5

Cory S.

12 reviews

Recommends

· December 2024

A quick night but would recommend!

Sunlight Room in the Barn

I had a quick evening at this spot but it’s was comfortable and cozy and Susan was very responsive to my message and amiable about my late check in! I wish I had more details to share but I just passed through so I barely saw it in the daylight! From all that I experienced I would recommend :)

Kaitlyn R.

2 reviews

Recommends

· December 2024

Group trip ·

The Redtail Yurt

The Redtail Yurt was so wonderful, spacious, and warm with the propane heater even in December! Our group enjoyed exploring the hiking trails, spending time around the campfire, cooking in the very well-equipped kitchen, and doing yoga and ritual upstairs in the sacred space of the barn. We only wish we could stay a few more days!!

Devin M.

4 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· December 2024

Kindness in Kansas

Tent ·

Beside the Barn 1, park & camp

A perfect respite while on the road. Would highly recommend.

Shelley D.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· November 2024

One night getaway

Beside the Barn 3, park & camp

I stayed at the Light Center for a quick getaway after a stressful week. Although out in the country, it was easy to find with my navigation app. Watch for the camels that live at the house where you turn to get on the road where the camp is located. This is a very unique property with a boho vibe. The Barn was cozy and unique with reading books and a big family table. While I didn’t use the kitchen, it was well-stocked with all you would need to prepare and eat meals. It was off-season and it appeared that there were maintenance projects underway, but it did not detract from my experience. I plan to visit again and maybe stay in one of the barn rooms in the winter so that I can focus on enjoying the cozy Barn.

Location

Baldwin City, Franklin, Kansas, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Washtáge Moⁿzháⁿ (Kaw / Kansa), 𐓏𐒰𐓓𐒰𐓓𐒷 𐒼𐓂𐓊𐒻 𐓆𐒻𐒿𐒷 𐓀𐒰^𐓓𐒰^(Osage), Jíwere–Ñút’achi Máyaⁿ (Otoe-Missouria), Očhéthi Šakówiŋ, Kaskaskia, 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