Hipcamp Reviews

I’ve booked several times but they keep canceling it because the owners of the property don’t keep their calendar updated you wait one day or more and they either don’t respond so the booking gets canceled or they decline. It makes it very difficult to plan anything. One accepted the booking and then canceled a few days later. Also, it looks like people are starting to get greedy and charging higher prices to sleep in the middle of a field. I’m disappointed. the idea is great but there hasto be someway to hold the owner accountable for not having their calendar updated excepting bookings and canceling out. One more thing, they charge you immediately. It takes a few days to get the money back. Note that there’s a $10 cancellation fee that they give you a credit for on your next booking but like I said I haven’t been able to make any booking since the first one. Good concept but not very good for someone wanting a real reservation with reputable people. You cannot rate the people that cancel you out the week after your reservation they only let you rate people who you have stayed with. It would help if you could rate people that either didn’t update their calendar or let you make a reservation and then cancel you a week later because they have other people scheduled to come.

Tried this app this week and unfortunately had a really bad experience.

Booked what looked like a great place and then confirmed multiple times with the host that given Covid, we wouldn't be sharing the campsite with anyone else. To be extra sure, we even paid extra to secure a second, adjacent space. Then, the morning of the booking, I got a message from the host that she had accidentally allowed a double-booking, so she was going to let six additional people stay on our campsite for free! Then end result of us objecting to this situation was having our booking cancelled, even though we were the original bookers.

We contacted this app customer service who, while polite, were also extremely unhelpful and could only provide a refund in 5-10 days. In other words, I was unable to apply the money I already paid towards a replacement booking for that same evening. The most frustrating thing is that because the stay was cancelled, according to this app policy, I can't even leave a review of the host. Which means she's free to do the same thing to future campers. This is a big policy flaw that they need to fix.

Hello,
I would like to share my experience on Why Did I cancelled. First thing when I arrived there with my family I called the host, the host then said he will come to the given address in an hour so basically he was not there, wanted us do settle on the area that he listed first before his arrival. We then look around the area and we noticed that RV van that host listed on the hip camp was way too smelly, dirty and there were lots of mosquitoes and also it doesn’t seems like host doesn’t do the cleaning around RV as well as inside the RV. It seems like nobody has ever live in that RV. Therefore, we decided to cancelled it. Later on when we are on our way back to home, we kept thinking that why did he listed that area on the hip camp which was not clean and the area where he want us to put the tent was too many long grasses. So basically I feel like I was being scammed by hip camp as well as host. Please look Through the matter carefully and refund my money back. I was too disappointed. I wasted both my money and time. It was such bad experience and I would not recommend hip camp to anyone if that is the case.
Thank you

I’ve used this app twice and it has given us the wrong coordinates of the camp. It also does not provide adequate support, both times we have had to sleep in our cars because we couldn’t find the site late at night. The second time around we had contacted our hosts multiple times the night before arrival and he did not respond at all when I had questions regarding the property. We couldn’t find the property as the coordinates lead us to the cemetery. The owner also gave us unclear directions which was very confusing. We had to do our own research to eventually find the location. We arrived here late last night to find no one on the property, and the phone shut off. We slept in our cars and this morning the owner still did not give us any call backs and we’re still in our car.
No one from this app has contacted us. At this point I’m out of money for two nights worth of stay. Very disappointed. I want my money back. Customer service is via email only with this app which makes it mega inconvenient when you’re in a rural areas.

We have used the this app application to book 2 separate camping experiences - one with a RV and one bringing our new RV. Neither was as advertised. this app sent me an email about my low rating and I responded with information that would be helpful for campers as they chose to book a listing (suggesting mandatory photographs of advertised amenities), but this app never responded beyond their initial “please help us improve our service.” The second campsite we booked actually caused damage to our new RV. I confirmed with the camp owners that they could accommodate our 13.5’ high and 43’ long RV, but when we arrived, tree limbs over roads on their property were lower than 13.5’ high and put holes in our brand new RV. They had also advertised 50amp power and water availability, but that was not the case. Their “electrician” was on site and ran temporary power (romex wires connected inside a plastic storage bin) to the open field where we were directed to park. We were able to connect our 100 foot water hose to their garden outlet. 🤦🏼‍♀️

I really WANT Hipcamp to work. I’m an avid Airbnb-er, both host and traveler. Seems like it should be easier to get a camping site to work. But I’ve had issues...
- Default location. Each time I start a search, it shows me options in California. Even though I’m in Rhode Island. Even when I specify Rhode Islamd, it shows me CA choices. I need to scroll the map over to New England to make it work. Annoying.
- Shifting searches. I frame the map on southern New England, click “re-search in this area” and it shows me results centered in NYC. Several tries later it finally sticks on my area. Irritating.
- “No soup for you”. You have ten minutes to complete a booking request once you’ve started the process. Go past ten minutes and you start over. It doesn’t retain your credit card, your location, or even your dates. Back to square one. If you try to write a thoughtful request to your host and ten minutes elapses you’re out of luck. The timer isn’t even visible except at the very top of the page. Super frustrating.
- No add-ons. My host provided a bundle of fire wood. He even built a fire to start and covered it with plastic because of intermittent rain. He normally charges $10 for this but there’s no way to pay through Hipcamp . That just seems silly.

I keep coming back because I can’t find anything better. I’m shocked Hipcamp gets 4.8 stars. Maybe it’s just me.

Having an option to choose a radius from our location would be nice. I’m getting places that are further out than I wish for. Being able to choose a city and getting the spots just in that area or close by it or being able to view a map with all the hosts on it would be beneficial. Then I can just go straight to the location and begin clicking on the different hosts in the exact spots that I don’t mind staying at. Would be very helpful to see the city and state of these places so when I save them I can easily see their locations and this way stay better organized. Also, when done looking through a listing, it takes me back to the very first listing. This is time consuming and frustrating. It should go back to where I left off from. So I can just continue going down the list.

Hipcamp is wonderful, we’ve used it to camp all over the country and really enjoy it a lot, but it’s extremely hard to find campsites near me. If I type NEW JERSEY into the search bar it does not give me New Jersey locations it gives me mostly the same locations in Hudson over and over again, but when I type WEST CHESTER into the search bar, I find a ton of locations in New Jersey that weren’t presented to me and I find this annoying and not good for hosts at all. There really also needs to be some way of showing the state that the campsite is in, it’s impossible to know where the campsite is by looking at an aerial map of a mountain, so then I have to hope and pray that the host mentions some place the campsite is near so I can google it’s location just to simply know what state The campsite is located in.... not good. Other than that we like it a lot but it needs work

Overall I liked the features Hipcamp provided and there was easy access to my listings as a host but there are many features lacking in regards to editing one’s listings. The calendar doesn’t seem to be synced with my other calendars like the website does. Having the ability to switch to instant booking or pause my listing is a must for Hipcamp in my opinion.
Therebis s major problem when I try to modify my calendar and block off days while using on my iphone 6s where I can’t send my response as to why I needed to modify(booked on another platform) and I am stuck on the selection window, unable to leave even if I rotate the screen, so I am forced to close Hipcamp down and start over doing something else.

I love Hipcamp because it has a lot of amazing and great hosts for sites, but when you’re going through the list of campsites and click “load more campsites” it takes you aaaalllll the way to the top of the list again, where you then have to scroll back down through the ones you’ve seen as well as the new ones, then do it all over again when you want to see more. Kind of annoying when you have (supposedly) 713 campsites near you.. Perhaps a change of interface is in order. (Can confirm this happens on all of my friends devices as well, I thought my phone was just crappy (iphone 6s)) If this gets resolved, as it’s super annoying, then I will give this a 5 star review! The campsites really are gorgeous where I live.

I love this app and it’s ability to find beautiful stays everywhere you go. All the hosts are welcoming and amenities clearly listed so you know what to expect. Hipcamp allows you to filter based on what kind of trip you’re taking and what you’d like to have at the spot you're staying at. I highly recommend this to anyone who loves to go outdoors. Something that I believe would be nice to have is the ability to go back to the listing from the current trip view. This is currently not possible on this version but would be amazing if included. Sometimes I want to view the pictures of the stay again but cannot go back unless I search for it manually.

I like this app because it’s helping farmers bring in more money so they don’t have to sell off their land to survive. Things are really bad for independent agriculture right now because big companies are pushing down prices so low the small farmer sinks further and further in the red. I personally know this app hosts that almost lost their land but the extra this app revenue saved them. They also really love sharing the land with people who appreciate it.

Hipcamp itself is still young and the company needs to improve it but it’s good enough to use and it feels really good to support this company and what it’s doing. Plus I’ve found some really amazing camp spots that public campgrounds just don’t match.

I love camping and have found the regulations regarding state and federal campsites sometimes confusing (exponentially more so during COVID!). With this app I’ve booked over two weeks of travel with various interesting sites - staying in family farms in Pittsburgh to the Easton Castle (Where Baum was inspired to write Wizard of Oz!). Each stay has been unique and every host has been accommodating. It’s also great to hear how some of these farms who are hard up have been leveraging this app to get back into the black financially!

Looking forward to future road and camping trips and to using this app more. I’ve still got about another week on the road and I look forward to the great sites and experiences Hipcamp brings me to!

This is my new vacation spot every year. Wasnt too bad of a drive coming from Fenton. Unfortunately it rained, was cold and their lake was dried up but there is 2 beaches near by and one with a splash pad for the kids. If you are into greens they have one just 2.7 down m-30 priced awesome! The cabin was just the perfect size for 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 kids. Bonfire, cool walking paths and sooo many animals around to see! Its just so peaceful! The cabin is equipped with a ton of things so dont over pack like i did! It has a mini fridge, toaster oven, microwave, washer/dryer, shower, toilet inside, games to play and even WIFI! Outside the have a covered picnic table to eat on. Just loved the place and the owners were very welcoming!

I enjoy lots of different kinds of camping and can truly say this app is for any type of camper, period. Tent, backpacker, RV, vanlife, roadtripper, glamper, cabin… Even if you’ve never been camping and are curious, start here! The community will welcome you with open arms.

Not only can you search, filter, save and explore campsites across the US, you can BOOK through this app! They list all public campground options so you don’t have to go to five different websites to know you’re getting the best place to camp… and the real draw is the unique experiences you’ll find camping on private land that’s only listed on this app.

I’ve been to many Hipcamps over the years and have returned to some 3+ times now. There are so many positive facets to this app, it’s hard to even know where to start so… just start!

this app is a true mission and values-led company that I am proud to support. I know that every time I pay to book a this app site, it’s helping private landowners keep their land undeveloped, and open for people to discover and explore. The stories and knowledge the landowners share about their land is priceless.

I could go on and on… But just recommend you download Hipcamp , get exploring, and get more people outside! Their Journal is pretty sweet, too. :) You’ll love it!

We LOVE Hip Camp!

Angel Fire,NM campground -Enchanted Circle Campground hosted by Landon & Sophie Dooley was our first taste....WHAT A beautiful WONDER!

Can’t wait to finally get to stay in some of the beautiful land we’ve only been able to drive by so far -in the Greater HOUSTON area....Fulshear/Richmond/Columbus/Sealy area...

Near Houston (like 3 hours radius), public land to camp on is far & few between...but PLENTY of wild lands still exist on ranches/preserves, etc..SO
its such a TREAT to have the privilege of seeing & “being” in & on that land via this genius idea of this app! Owners make some money (to help pay land tax to KEEP their land) & we get to have a “whole new world” open up to us!

Note: Hipcamping is not without sweat equity though! Many sites don’t have water & electricity....so it’s a good idea to do some “practice camping” at a nearby site first before biting more than you can chew far away from home...plus if your tent rips & your zippers won’t close -ehem-in bear country at 39 degrees..you can replace your faulty gear much quicker! 😄

Enjoy!

Katy, TX
Tim, Shan & Isaac (11 yrs)

One of my world traveler friends told me about this application today while on the road moving from one city to another and needing to break up the trip. Was able to find a place to park my car and rest my head that was budget friendly and had great reviews. I was accepted to camp at the location I wanted, the friendly couple who own the property messaged me almost immediately, and I’m looking forward to spend my first night through using this application. It was really easy and consistent with a similar look and feel of Airbnb’s application, which was comforting to learn. Looking forward to using it again.

this app makes it incredibly easy to find unique outdoor experiences, with in-depth reviews and photos from an engaged camper community, passionate hosts who love sharing their land, and an intuitive platform for filtering, planning, and booking any size or type of adventure. So excited that it’s now all in an app that I can take with me when I head out, and plan with on the road. I love that you can book right in Hipcamp and keep track of upcoming and past trips on your account.

Only on this app can you decide to tent camp in an empty alpine meadow one night, and spend a luxurious night in a cozy cabin above the ocean the next. There’s so much information on the website that is well organized in Hipcamp , making it simple to tailor your search — whether it’s last-minute or months in advance. And the amazing photos and descriptions mean that you end up wanting to go to every place you look at (thankfully there’s a handy saved list function). Get Hipcamp and go get outside!

Unfortunately had a poor experience with my first time using Hipcamp had a host lie about location and amenities not going into details I was forced to stay in parking lot nearby. Spoke with the representative from this app and was informed that it was up to host to return the money that was very frustrating due to the fraud.. the manager Drew K. Reached out to me and after discussion he spoke with the host and saw why I was so frustrated this was definitely deemed a refund he informed me that they would credit my account which was done. And I had another trip that weekend and was a pleasant experience

1 st time hipcamper and definitely future camper
Eric G

With COVID-19 madness in every glance I decided to turn my 10-year-olds summer around. She already had a chunk of her childhood swiped from underneath her with the cancellation of school... I felt I had to do something! 🙏🏽It’s also so important to me that we are respecting boundaries, keeping ourselves and others healthy. As a single mom (just for the road trip) with a young girl and our sweet Border Collie pup, I wanted to find safe places to camp. I’m over the moon 🌈🌛with this site and ecstatic for our adventure ahead. The only hard part is picking where to stay! There are so many groovy hosts out there!!! See ya on the road! 🚙 💨
AZ to WI! 🌵🌜🌞🌛🐄

I’m very unhappy with this app. Either I don’t know how to use it (which is unlikely) or it really needs an overhaul. I want to be able to put in a location and have this app show me if there are any places CLOSE TO MY LOCATION. Not 50 or 100 miles away. And when you show sites you need to give the viewer an idea of where they are. As it works now Hipcamp is a joke.

Also. I stayed at a this app site a few days ago, which I found by googling not with the this app app and it was messy, Raw and nothing like it was shown on your app!
This is a great concept but it doesn’t work yet!

There are few user issues with Hipcamp that make the camping experience less enjoyable. It’s not easy to navigate and it doesn’t always work. For example, I have to constantly be logging into the site during a single use. REMEMBER ME! Plus, I tried to find and edit my review (typo). I’m still looking for the way to do that.

Then there’s the search function. It’s not easy to navigate through the search as it doesn’t find the sites even if you type in the name. But, they still come up as suggestions if you just browse. It’s a pain overall.

I’m order for me to find a favorite camp site, fix your app.

So so so excited that there’s finally an app! I recommend this app to everyone, and Hipcamp just makes life easier. After poking around a little bit, it seems super user friendly and really easy to search and book! My only complaint is that I don’t think you can access your saved locations (if you can, I haven’t been able to find the feature). Also, didn’t seem like you could zoom out on maps within listings to see their general locations or proximity to other places. Not enough of an issue for me to not use Hipcamp , but hopefully favorites/lists will make an appearance in the next update!

What a beautiful app. From the design to the UI. I’ve been waiting for an app to bring camping into the 21st century. And not only does it do this, but it has thousands of unique camping experiences ON PRIVATE LAND!!! The filters are a big plus. I have two dogs so knowing right away where I can take them or not keeps planning easy. Not to mention how transparent everything is, reviews, photos, recommendation rates. The fact that I can book a campsite (even night of) on a modern app like this with true simplicity is everything. Thank god for this app and what they’re doing. I’m a fan.

I love this app because of the amazing variety in camping options they offer. I’ve stayed at cabins, in yurts, and even in a tipi that I booked on this app and all have had friendly and interesting Hosts. Hipcamping is sooo much better than camping at traditional campgrounds. Hipcamp is a way better experience on my phone than the website and I really like how easy it is to discover and book. I’m looking forward to exploring and getting outside using Hipcamp- Hawaii here I come!

For real, there is none better. I have been using Hipcamp for about 4 months now and it’s so simple and the many times that I’ve had to reschedule (life just lives to get in the way) it has been so painless and amazing. And I’m pretty sure that it’s actual live people on the other end of the interwebs, not some robot.
I absolutely love to share this app with everyone I meet!!

I have too much fun day dreaming and planning camping trips while browsing through Hipcamp. My first booking was in Paso Robles - a part of California I’ve heard so much about but never bothered to look into campsites. I’ll never forget my stay at a rustic cabin with my gf and her two dogs. Hipcamp also makes it easy to browse and customize details of your trip. Not sure I’ll use Airbnb ever again!

I am also someone who never write reviews. But while planning a 10 day road trip, just me and my dogs, I was looking for places off the beaten path that were private and not overly crowded. Hipcamp is exactly what I've was looking for. Now I'm kind of obsessed with Hipcamp and excited to get to use it for my trips in the future. Great job hip camp!!

So excited for Hipcamp. Been using this app for years to go on off-the-beaten path adventures with friends. Makes group & dog camping so, so easy. I’ll never forget some of the people I’ve met & experiences I’ve had through this app, which I otherwise would’ve never known about! Camping on a farm for some mushroom foraging? Private beaches and hikes? Romantic treehouses? YES PLZ! Summer is gonna be epic.

I’m so excited for this app to be available in an iOS app!!!

Arriving at Hipcamps late at night and not having cell service has led to a few extra adventures. Hipcamp’s offline access to maps and directions is going to be a game changer. Woot!!

I love how easy Hipcamp makes it to discover and book. Stoked to use this to get outside this summer!

I love public campgrounds but they are always so hard to figure out... Until this app!

I have personally booked a few glamping spots with this app and couldn't be happier about the experience! This new app is great and will be handing on my next roadtrip.

The full screen high-res images are helpful. Number one filter I use is for pet friendly sites. Keep up the good work guys

I had an unpleasant experience with the first Hipcamp stay and left a negative review, however after 3 months I found it was silently removed by the platform, no wonder the rating of this host is 100% positive. The booking process is easy and smooth and the agent is responsive, however now I won’t trust the high rating and won’t use this app again.