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The Retreat at Pointer’s Ridge

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34 reviews

· Baltic, Minnehaha, South Dakota · 21 acres

Hosted by Deb K.

Tent site

· 4 guests max

Best in South Dakota: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Deb is a Star Host

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Creature comforts

Enjoy the comforts of home—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.

The Retreat at Pointer’s Ridge is located on 21 acres along the Big Sioux River, a place of quiet and natural beauty intended to foster social interaction and creative pursuits between artists and community in SE South Dakota, 10 miles north of Sioux Falls. Property updates at The Retreat happen constantly; we get better and better! The 100′ x 40′ main hall is perfect for larger workshops, concerts, poetry readings, small theatrical productions, classes, and other social gatherings and rentals in April through November. The A-Frame is a unique space for recitals, presentations, meetings, or a sleeping space for up to 6 people. There is a Woodworking Shop; Artist Studio; screened-in outdoor patio; playground; huge bonfire pit; and room to camp or explore. The Retreat is a space to work in quiet solitude or to collaborate on creative projects with others. The setting is inspiring; possibilities for your stay are endless. Learn more about this land: This site is a sandy spot along the Big Sioux River on a ridge well above the water line. View out over the river to a farm on the opposite bank. Spend your time with wild turkeys, geese, and an occasional deer. Site is on the far edge of an artist retreat, but still private. Spend time hiking the river bank or gravel country roads, fish in the river, take part in any Retreat activities if available, photography opportunities, enjoy an evening campfire under the stars.This site is a sandy spot along the Big Sioux River on a ridge well above the water line. View out over the river to a farm on the opposite bank. Spend your time with wild turkeys, geese, and an occasional deer. Site is on the far edge of an artist retreat, but still private. Spend time hiking the river bank or gravel country roads, fish in the river, take part in any Retreat activities if available, photography opportunities, enjoy an evening campfire under the stars.

What to expect

Tent site

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

4 guests max

Toilet available

Flush toilet. Toilets and showers in Main Hall of Retreat

Pets allowed

On leash. There is a resident lab dog, Buck, on the property. He roams the grounds freely, but generally stays within the camp compound.

No campfires

Small firepit next to campsite

Drinking water available

Tap. Drinking water available in Retreat Main Hall

Showers available

Hot water . Both a men's and a women's shower in Retreat Main Hall. Towels available, but it is advised to bring your own towels and toiletries.

Bins available

Recycling bin, trash bin. Deposit bag in receptacle outside Retreat Main Hall

Cooking equipment present

Communal, oven, fridge, freezer, cookware, cooking utensils, dishware, cutlery, basic seasoning and oils, sink or other dishwashing station

Picnic table present

Wifi available

Wifi is available on The Retreat main campus; it may not reach this campsite.

Laundry absent

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Short walk

No wheelchair access

Max 1 vehicle

During your trip

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Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

Reviews

100% Recommend37 ratings · 34 reviews

Matt I.

2 reviews

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· September 2024

Tent

The hosts were great and invited me for a nice chat and a little tequila. The compound was awesome and interesting. The camping spot was comfortable, secluded, and scenic.

Kathleen C.

4 reviews

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· August 2024

Tent · With kids

Deb was a friendly and kind host. She took time to show us around and even offered that we could harvest from her abundance of herbs. We enjoyed the campsite for its privacy, great view, and were lucky to have a lovely breeze and basically zero bugs! What a treat! She was a true delight as is this space and I'm so grateful we could spend 2 nights here on our way to the Black Hills! 💕

Christopher K.

3 reviews

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· August 2024

Tent

Great property on the Big Sioux River. Pleasant host greeted us soon after we arrived. Nice bathroom and shower room. Would recommend!

Troy R.

6 reviews

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· August 2024

Big soix

Tent

I enjoyed camping on Deb camp site easy to find with Google maps I txt Deb when arrived Sunday and she answered right away and came down and introduced herself and told me where everything was witch was very helpful very quite and peaceful. I would recommend camping there

Monika T.

12 reviews

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· July 2024

Tent

Has potential! A great yard, a large hill to shield tents from winds and trees for shade! Thoughtful and very helpful hosts!!

Anna H.

9 months on Hipcamp

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· July 2024

Tent

Deb and Pam were wonderful hosts! They were very accommodating to our needs, and had many suggestions of where to go in Sioux Falls. Make sure to enjoy the river and local wild life.

Location

Baltic, Minnehaha, South Dakota, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Očhéthi Šakówiŋ and Yankton First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

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