Exclusive Off-Site Camping
At Maramec Spring Park, we elevate your outdoor experience with two exclusive platform glamping sites. As a Maramec Exclusive Off-Site camping guest, you’ll have access to this restricted area of the park and all the park’s amenities, including trout fishing, hiking trails, museums, café, river access, modern bathrooms, and bathhouse suites.
McDole’s Meadow
Immerse yourself in the serenity of nature at Maramec Spring Park’s exclusive McDole Meadow site. This hidden gem offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, surrounded by rolling hills, grazing wildlife, and stunning views. The McDole family homesteaded this property over 100 years ago. Later, it was added to the James Foundation property. The tent is set facing an open field where deer and turkey gather most mornings. The open sky meadow offers excellent stargazing opportunities without light pollution.
Asher Hollow
This signature tent site is tucked in the woods along Asher Hollow. Encircled by mature trees this campsite is the perfect place to be surrounded by nature. A small wet weather creek runs next to this campsite and feeds into a larger wet weather creek nearby. This hidden gem offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, surrounded by rolling hills, grazing wildlife, and stunning views.
About the Exclusive Off-Site Campgrounds:
Accommodations
Your exclusive campsite includes a 10’x12′; (120 square feet) safari-style canvas tent on a raised wooden platform. Inside the tent you’ll find one queen bed with a memory foam mattress. The tent is big enough for the bed plus one or two extra sleeping bags on the floor. Aside from the canvas tent, campers can also use the extra 5-person pop-up dome tent that is provided. You’ll also have a 6-ft picnic table, outdoor fire pit, and 2 wooden Adirondack chairs.
Max Occupancy
The maximum occupancy refers to the total number of campers allowed onsite with your reservation.
Toilets
Every campsite is equipped with a camp toilet. This is a simple wooden box with a toilet seat and a bucket inside. To use, line the bucket with a CleanWaste Sani-Bag supplied at the camp prior to use. Afterwards, simply tie the bag up and place it in a trash bag. CleanWaste Sani-Bags use a NASA-developed gelling/deodorizing agent that helps prevent spills and keeps everyone safe and clean.
Showers
Every Signature campsite comes with a Coleman Sun Shower. The sun shower has a reservoir that holds up to 5 gallons of water, potentially enough for multiple showers. It’s constructed of heat-locking material that warms the water when it’s left in the sun, even on cool days. **Exclusive Off-Site campers will also have access to the modern bathrooms and shower facilities at Maramec Spring Park.
Check Out
Upon check out, you should leave-no-trace of your stay and be sure your campsite is returned to its natural glory! While Maramec Spring Park does not charge a cleaning fee, we do expect campsites to be left how they were found. After you check out, take everything you brought in and be sure to leave your trash at the designated location. In the event that signs of littering or damage to the campsite or property are identified following your stay, Maramec Spring Park retains the right to impose a minimum cleaning fee of $50. Please adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Camper Manual posted at your campsite to ensure a seamless experience. Your cooperation is appreciated!
Reservation
Modifications/Cancellations
To receive a refund— changes or cancellations must be made by calling The James Foundation at least 72 hours before your check-in date, subject to a $20.00 cancellation fee. No refunds will be provided for cancellations made less than 72 hours before the scheduled reservation. The $8.00 reservation handling fee is non-refundable.
Other Things to Note
PLEASE DO:
- Explore and admire the property’s natural beauty, but please don’t cross any fences.
- Treat the property and fellow guests with respect and kindness.
- Maramec Spring Park is a Nature preserve, no hunting or collecting while on the park property.
- Keep vehicles on the gravel roads to maintain the site’s tranquility.
- Use the designated fireplace for roasting marshmallows or warming up on chilly evenings. No additional fires or fireworks, please!
- Make sure to bring any additional items you may need or consider purchasing additional add-ons for even more comfort.
- Help keep the site tidy by disposing of your trash at the campground dumpster before departing.
- Return your key card to the reception building staff when you leave, and don’t forget to take all your memories with you!
Reservations:
To reserve a campsite call,
(573) 265-7124 – Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4 pm
(573) 265-7387 – After 4 pm and weekends