Nestled amongst the red pine forest of George W. Mead State Wildlife Area (over 33,000 acres of public land use including bird watching, hiking, kayaking, fishing, and more), you will find the historical "Dancy Depot!" Great for folks just travelling through, bikepackers, adventure-seekers, artists, and folks looking for a fun getaway, alike!
This site houses the original train station and post office, built in the 1850's, for the town of Dancy, Wisconsin. Not only that, it is now the site of Dancy Art Camp, and campers have access to all the fun art camp spaces during your stay. Art workshops and/or classes led by Dancy Art Camp Leaders (also conveniently your camp hosts) can be added on to your stay for an additional cost, for adults, children, or all ages.
Take a short 1-3 minute walk back into the woods to choose an area to set up your tent. There are several open air shelters available for day use. Make friends with the host chickens (Pizza, Helen, Quartz, Oreo, Big Brownie, Aunt Kathy, Cherry, Garcia, Little Orp, and Linguine) and get some fresh eggs for your breakfast. Baked goods and other treats also available for purchase upon request. You will have full access to the campfire circle, outdoor game room (foosball for the win!), and nature playscape (yes, even adults can swing on the rope!). The property also provides other outdoor games such as good ole' fashioned tetherball, a gaga ball pit (Israeli Dodgeball), and a variety of other sport equipment to use during your stay.
This area offers a host of additional activities and amenities. Boating, swimming, fishing, and other water activities are abundant, with the closest water access less than 5 minutes away. Conveniently located between Wausau, Mosinee, Stevens Point, and Marshfield.Dispersed camping is available along short hiking trail on the property, as well as space to set up right near your vehicle. Great for folks just travelling through and folks looking for a fun getaway alike! No hookups are available on the property. Privy and potable water are available on the property, as well as communal fire pit and nature play-scapes. Communal out-buildings also available for use including: The Game Room (board games and foosball table) and The Barn (Theater Stage and Seating for Art/Music/Hangouts).
RV details
Travel trailers, Pop-up campers, Class B RVs, Campervans, and Cars allowed
Vehicles under 18 feet allowed
Pull-in site
Surface type: Loose Gravel
Surface levelness: Flat
No Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, Class A RVs, and Class C RVs
Doesn't accommodate slideouts
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
No sewage hookup
No TV hookup
Generators not allowed
What to expect
RV/tent site
You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.
6 guests max
Campfires allowed
Firepit, communal. Communal Large Fire Pit available for use by any guests. No carry-in of firewood allowed. Firewood available for purchase onsite or nearby.
Toilet available
Pit toilet
Pets allowed
On leash. Pets Allowed with Special Request ONLY! Please email with a Pet Request before booking if you intend to bring a pet. A resident dog, cat, and chickens may be out on the grounds at any time, so it will be a case by case basis. Thank you!
Potable water available
Spigot, tap. Outdoor sink is hooked directly to well water via a hose. Option to collect water directly from outdoor tap as well.
Bins available
Compost bin, recycling bin, trash bin. Trash and Recycling for small items available at host house onsite. Compost Area available onsite.
Playground available
Nature Play-scapes throughout property available for use
No showers
Cooking equipment absent
Picnic table absent
No wifi
Laundry absent
Hot Tub absent
Things to know
Getting there
Check in: After 2:00 PM
Check out: Before 12:00 PM
On arrival: Meet with Host
Cancellation policy: Strict
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 6 months out
Short walk
No wheelchair access
Max 1 vehicle
2WD accessible
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.
ExtrasAvailable at checkout
Chicken Treatsgood
$2.00
Our resident chickens go wild for these tasty treats! Purchase a baggy of treats for $2 and the camp hosts will take you to visit the chickens and feed them their treats! You might even get to collect some eggs!
Baked Goodiesgood
$5.00
A variety of delicious baked goods available on a rotating basis. Be sure to check out the goodies available during your stay. Prices vary depending on goods.
Art Camp Mini Session (4 hrs)experience
$50.00
Join Dancy Art Camp Leaders Mike and Bri for a personalized "mini" Art Camp experience! Enjoy a variety of art camp activities such as collaborative art projects, carving, painting, fiber arts, group games, and more! All ages and abilities welcome!
2-Hour Choose Your Own Art Workshopexperience
$35.00
Register for a personalized or group Art Workshop or Art Lesson taught by Dancy Art Camp Leaders Mike and Bri! Select from a variety of mediums and art experiences including Printmaking Processes, Watercolor Explorations, Acrylic Painting and Cut Paper Collage, Metal Embossing, Soap Carving, Weaving, Hand-Sewing, Natural Dyeing Processes, Art Games, Paper Sculpture, and Art Games. All ages and abilities welcome!
Half dozen eggsgood
$2.00
Fresh multi-colored eggs from our free range chicken friends who live on the property! Meet and greets with chickens available upon request and host availability.
Dozen eggsgood
$4.00
Fresh multi-colored eggs from our free range chicken friends who live on the property! Meet and greets with chickens available upon request and host availability.
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