Immerse yourself in the Hocking Hills Region at Altenbrauch Farm, where open fields meet wooded hills and small streams. Pitch your tent or park your RV in a 12-acre open field space with stone or metal fire rings, then unwind with a campfire made from free dead wood. Explore nearby state parks and forests like Lake Hope State Park, Zaleski State Forest within about a half-hour drive.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Pet friendly
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Fireplace
The current price is ¥4,248
¥4,248
¥8,181 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
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About this property
Camping in the Hocking Hills at Altenbrauch Farm
Unwind on 62 serene acres of rolling open fields, babbling streams, and wooded hills—just 8 miles south of Hocking Hills State Park. Situated along a quiet country road, Altenbrauch Farm offers the ultimate freedom to pitch a tent, stargaze, and disconnect in the heart of the Hocking Hills region.
Whether you prefer parking directly at your campsite in a spacious field or trekking through scenic hollows to find a secluded, primitive hideaway, you'll find the perfect spot to pitch your tent.
The Property & Campsites
• Spacious Options: Choose from 12 acres of accessible, open meadow or explore 50 acres of deep woods with secluded trails and level primitive spots. • Easy Access: Standard vehicles can easily access field perimeters, while 4WD vehicles or hike-in campers can venture deeper into the hills. • Fire-Ready Setup: Suggested sites feature established fire rings and log seating. Portable fire rings are also available to move to your preferred spot. • Campfire Wood: Gather fallen dead wood across the property for free, or buy dry, split firewood bundles for $5 at the Camp Store.
Amenities & Camp Store
• Fresh Water & Portajohn: A water spigot and portajohn are centrally located at the check-in area. • Outdoor Solar Shower: Available seasonally (March 1 – November 30, weather permitting). • Camp Store: Stocked with essentials, souvenirs, and split firewood for your stay. • Eco-Friendly Stay: We practice "Leave No Trace" principles to keep the landscape pristine—please pack out all bagged trash.
Explore the Hocking Hills Region
Avoid the heavy park crowds while staying minutes from the region's top trails, waterfalls, and natural wonders. Within a short drive, you can hike, kayak, mountain bike, horseback ride, fish, or hunt across Southern Ohio's most beautiful public lands: • Hocking Hills State Park & State Forest (Old Man's Cave, Ash Cave, Cedar Falls) – 8 miles north • Lake Hope State Park & Zaleski State Forest • Historic Moonville Rail Trail & Tunnel • Lake Alma State Park & Tar Hollow State Forest
After a fun-filled day of outdoor recreation, return to your campfire under a clear, unpolluted night sky. Book your campsite today and experience authentic Hocking Hills camping!
Property amenities
Parking and transportation
Car required
Parking on site
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Living spaces
Fireplace
Outdoor areas
Garden
Pets
Pet friendly
2 pets total (up to 999 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Note from host: Cigarette butts should be thrown in a campfire.
Location highlights
In a rural location
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Extinguish any campfires before leaving.
Take any trash with you when you leave.
Do not cut or carve rocks, trees, or saplings.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 999 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Dogs and chickens are present on the property.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Inquire for any events other than small gatherings
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Cigarette butts should be thrown in a campfire.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Inquire for any events other than small gatherings
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located in McArthur, this campground is in a rural area. The Perfect Touch Massage & Traveling Spa and Blue Moon Acres are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hocking Hills State Park and Conkles Hollow State Nature Preserve. Kayaking and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hunting nearby. Visit our McArthur travel guide
Is Camping in the Hocking Hills at Altenbrauch Farm pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 999 lbs per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Camping in the Hocking Hills at Altenbrauch Farm?
As of Aug 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Camping in the Hocking Hills at Altenbrauch Farm on Aug 5, 2026 start from ¥4,248, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Camping in the Hocking Hills at Altenbrauch Farm?
Check-in begins at 11:00 AM.
What time is check-out at Camping in the Hocking Hills at Altenbrauch Farm?
Check-out is at 4:00 PM.
Where is Camping in the Hocking Hills at Altenbrauch Farm located?
Situated in a rural location, this campground is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Wayne National Forest Athens Unit and within 9 mi (15 km) of Hocking Hills State Park and Herbert Wescoat Memorial Library. Ash Cave and Ash Cave Recreation Area are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Camping in the Hocking Hills at Altenbrauch Farm Reviews
Reviews
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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We absolutely loved our stay here. The campground is quiet and beautiful. Our campsite backed up to a large stream and small waterfall, which was wonderful to fall asleep to the sound of. The trails through the woods are a great attribute to the campground and absolutely worth the trek up the hill. We will definitely be returning.
We picked a pre-made campsite for ourselves in a little grove in the middle field. The first morning a hummingbird joined us briefly in midair in our campsite. There were a number of other birds chirping and singing in the trees and field around us. Camping in the tree-line offered much-needed shade and we enjoyed having so much space to ourselves unlike a usual campground. The host was hospitable and promptly answer All my inquiries.
I stayed here for one night and loved how open the property is. It’s conveniently close to Hocking Hills State Park and quite scenic. I wish I had the time to hike on the ridges!
Everything was as expected. The property was clear and clean. Check in was painless. Only 3stars on communication bc we really didn’t need anything. Definitely a great place for groups to go together.
Perfect place to actually unplug and enjoy yourself in the outdoors. Really like the simplicity and the camp spots that are already there. Can't wait to come back and camp in the woods next. Thank you.
The property was very welcoming to pets, the only downfall was the ticks so just make sure your fur babes have their flea and tick meds. We ended up not getting to stay the whole night due to our tent not holding through the rain (it's been a lot of places). All in all it was a very beautiful place and we will be back!
Sweet private camp 20 minutes from Hocking. Large sites, shower, porta potty, firewood, nice owner. Close to a road but little traffic. Sites were not as distant from each other as I believed based on reviews.
It really was a great time. So peaceful and quiet. They give you a map and let you pick a spot
I can’t wait to camp there again. It was just one of the best locations I have camped at. The stars and crickets were so relaxing. If you like to camp visit this site. They give you a map and also tell you about other places to see while you are enjoying your stay. Thanks so much. I will be back
Nice spots to camp and mostly peaceful. Water was very low so the stream was dry, not a problem though. The grass could’ve been mowed in the camping spot. Lots of ticks so bring spray. Also about 8pm a bunch of people came and camped or partied next to us through out the night. There were about 10 cars and were very loud much later than 10 pm.
This is our third time staying here. The check in process is extremely simple, the host is remarkably available and quick to respond, and guests truly hold up their end of the bargain on “leaving no trace” upon leaving. There are items to borrow and items to buy in a cabinet/shelter which is on the honor system. I really appreciated the host allowing us to pay for firewood at the end of the stay so we wouldn’t have to make multiple payments- it made it extremely easy. We’re already planning our return, hopefully in a couple weeks. Thanks for sharing your land!
We loved it here! Nestled in the hills, this is a place you can really go to escape the city. The trails were really cool to walk, very steep though! Our area was able to have 4 camp sites but they were all spaced so far apart so we still felt nice n private in a way. The stars were stunning and so many if them due to no light pollution. Plenty of wildlife too! 10/10 would come back again
Everything was exactly as described with the listing. It's absolutely beautiful. If you decide to go with the sites that are already set up, they are very spacious and well kept.
It was our first primitive camping experience and we all thoroughly enjoyed it!
Rachael A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Gina J.
Jun 20, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Too noisy! Barely slept!
First I want to say this place has the potential to be really lovely. Unfortunately we realized that generators must be allowed 24 hours a day, because there were 3 running almost the entire time we were there, day and night. The group also had flood lights illuminating an entire field for campers.
I didn't feel comfortable knocking in the owners door after hours, and I had zero cell reception, so we just had to deal with rude disrespectful campers.
We didn't stay our second night because we were tired of listening to generators running constantly!
Also, they advertise there were solar showers, but they are NOT finished, so no showers available and you have to go behind the owners house for water.
We had a great stay at this rustic campsite. We met Caleb at his house across the road from the campsites. He was very informative and provided us with maps and lists of his favorite things in the area. The property has a large creek that runs through it, though it was mostly dry at this time. There are trails up the wooded hill for hiking, or for an adventurous off-roader. Everything was as expected and we would definitely come back again.
We had a great weekend! Camp site close to Hocking Hills. We had a very remote wooded camp site away from other campers and felt we had the whole place to ourselves. No cell service, but it was nice to disconnect. Highly recommend!