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GeerCrest Farm

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· Salem, Marion, Oregon
21 acres hosted by Jim T.
4 lodging sites · 2 RV/tent sites
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Amazing views
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Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
Best in Oregon: Finalist
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.
Best treehouses: Finalist
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.
GeerCrest Farm was settled by the Geer family in 1848, and is still owned and stewarded by the family. The house Ralph and Mary Geer built in 1851 stands and is one of the oldest in Oregon to remain in the same family. The farm features creeks, forests, pastures, orchards and gardens as well as the historic buildings. Currently we have four friendly sheep and a small flock of Mallard ducks to keep us company. The Pioneer Memorial Orchard features over 50 vairieties of pre 1850 apple trees. The Heritage Grove has ten fruit and nut trees that were recognizeds as a memorial the the early pioneers of the nursery trade by Oregon Heritage Tree program. The 20 acre property, offers three tent camp sites Including the Tree House site, as well as two forest cabins and a small forest bunkhouse (sleeps 6). Our peaceful, small farm offers a reflective immersion in nature and history among the occasional quacking of ducks and baaas of sheep. The scenery from all corners of the farm is incredible - a favorite is the westward view of the valley pasture at sunset -- called "Homer's View" after famous political cartoonist and Geer descendant, Homer Davenport. No matter which camping site you choose, the sounds of the creek, pond frogs, or conversing owls are sure to lull you to sleep. Feel free to roam the farm, but always leave gates as you find them, open or closed. Please say hello to our sheep and barn cats (they may say hello first). Explore the Heritage Grove of historic trees, the Memorial apple orchard and pear glade with varieties circa 1840s, indulge your senses in our medicinal herb garden, and chat with our farm family while they water the veggie gardens, if you so wish! Your experience will certainly be unique to the season. Your host Jim Toler represents the fifth generation of the farm and will happily share stories of the farm and it's history. GeerCrest Farm is truly an off-the-beaten-path gem.
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416 ratings · 354 reviews
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Britt S.
5 reviews
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· February 2025
Group trip ·
Such a cute place to stay! Jim made sure we’d be warm even in February. Such a gorgeous property to stay on with lots to enjoy!
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Jody B.
3 reviews
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· November 2024
It is a lovely spot on a historic farm, nearby to the town of Silverton and Silver Falls State Park
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Jessica B.
3 reviews
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· October 2024
Fun family getaway!
30 ft travel trailer · With kids ·
We had an awesome time at this adorable farm! We had no problem fitting our 33 ft trailer into the site with room to spare. The site was well kept with a fire pit and picnic table. The compost toilet was freshly cleaned upon our arrival. My 5 and 3 year old kids loved swinging on the swing, running through the orchards, feeding the ducks at the pond, visiting the sheep, and climbing up to the treehouse. So much to explore around the property and everyone was so kind and welcoming. Ww were even invited to make fresh pressed apple cider with the locals at their community event, We all had a blast for the weekend and would highly recommend this place to others!
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Tyana E.
4 months on Hipcamp
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· October 2024
Great Trip
It was so lovely and the area is so beautiful. Just a few minutes from all the salem fun in October it was a perfect place for us to stay.
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Joyce M.
4 reviews
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· October 2024
Wonderful!
18 ft campervan · With pets ·
Wonderful place, wonderful critters, wonderful people
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Garrett J.
5 reviews
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· October 2024
We had a nice experience here! It was fun learning about the history behind the farm, and it was a great launching point into nearby Silver Falls. We did notice that there were a higher than average amount of bugs that we had to shoo away from our tent, but this may have been because of a rain storm that hit when we first arrived. Miriam, the host, was responsive, and it was nice having a dishwashing station available for use.
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Salem, Marion, Oregon, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla, Kalapuya, Ahantchuyuk, Santiam, Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde, and Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians 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 Jim T.

Joined in December 2017
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