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River Mountain Outdoors

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· Bloomsburg, Columbia, Pennsylvania
83 acres hosted by Doug H.
2 lodging sites · 2 tent sites
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The history of the Pump House began in 1878, when three ambitious men hatched a plan for the world's first long-distance underground oil pipeline which would transport oil from well to refinery more quickly and efficiently than the horse-drawn wagons of the time. Pumping stations were needed every fifty miles along this long route to keep pressure on the pipeline so that the oil could reach its destination. Pump House Bed and Breakfast is one of the only properties in the country in which the both the original homes of the foremen and the large brick buildings remain. Doug, owner, has spent more than 20 years lovingly restoring these foreman houses as well as the large industrial brick buildings. The Brick Barn Hall once housed steam pumps to pressurize the pipe and keep the oil moving, and the Catawissa Cabin behind it served as the telegraph office. The Studio Hall contained boilers that produced the steam to power the pumps, while the adjoining Studio Cabin functioned as a blacksmith's workspace. Today, the buildings function as reception spaces for weddings and other special events, and house private suites as well as an art studio where Doug pursues his work and teaches drawing, ceramics, and stained glass classes. The Season House, one of the two foreman homes, features additional guest accommodations while Doug resides in the other foreman house. Visit and experience a piece of PA history! The 2004 This Old House feature on Doug's
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213 ratings · 166 reviews
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Laura H.recommends
June 23, 2024
Creekfront Tent Camping on Tip of The Island
There are carts to use to get your gear to the site. You can’t drive to the site. But it is very nice
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Nick C.recommends
June 23, 2024
Creekfront Tent Camping Close to Shared Amenities
A wonderful campsite. It is right next to a small shallow and clam river that kids can enjoy playing. Our kids literally spent the whole day just playing in the water and they had a blast. The bathroom and the toilets are very clean. And Doug the host is very cool guy. He pretty much left us alone while we were there but quick to response to our chat when we need something .My family had a great time there, we will definitely return back in the future.
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Addy B.recommends
June 21, 2024
Rustic Tiny Home with Full Bed
The site is so beautiful, we stayed in the tiny rustic cabin. We loved our time and would come again!
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Lisa S.recommends
June 13, 2024
Creekfront Tiny Home with Full Bed and Twin Bed
Best Hip Camp Experience Yet!
Best Hip Camp I've been to! The wooded location is fabulous along the creek. So quiet and peaceful! The cabin was so darn cute and done so well! They had everything you could need for your stay! The bathrooms and shower were clean and stocked and so nice! Doug and his wife were welcoming and have done an absolutely beautiful job on the Pump House! I would highly recommend this location!
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Anne R.recommends
June 12, 2024
Rustic Tiny Home with Full Bed
Making Camp.
Tiny House was very adorable. It had to be let out a bit when I first arrived, but everything went great. Lisa and Doug were amazing hosts on a beautiful property.
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Vera W.recommends
June 8, 2024
Creekfront Tent Camping Close to Shared Amenities
Great experience! Beautiful location. Clean facilities. Doug and his wife are very friendly and accommodating. First time here and looking forward to many more.
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Bloomsburg, Columbia, Pennsylvania, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Susquehannock 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 Doug H.Joined in September 2020
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