Private and Quiet /7 Primitive Tent Campsites
Shuttle or Valet service & Parking options
BY RESERVATION ONLY.
minimum 24 hour notice. No On-Demand Access.
not affiliated with the closed nearby biz called Buffalo River Canoe Co. don't believe the reviews saying we are closed.
do not randomly show up at a neighbor's door asking about the campsites and don't trespass on nearby lands if your GPS screws up.
camp, glamp,
walk, bike,
kayak, canoe,
swim, fish,
rest, read,
skip rocks, wander, explore, daydream, stargaze,
tell stories, create memories…
on the buffalo
Private and small, primitive campground with approximately 400 feet of river frontage with a total of 12 acres in a beautiful light pollution free zone. Only 7 sites available in a variety of the beautiful and rugged landscapes that makes this area - The Western Highland Rim - very special. Even this section of the Buffalo River is not overly used by area outfitters. All campers enter property and river area at your own risk. Please see all rules with the button below, but remember to take your own trash upon departure.
RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE IN ADVANCE by sending reservation request or a text message to 931 two one three 19 zero one.
NO RENTALS OF KAYAKS, CANOES, OR TUBES. Only Shuttle or Valet your vehicle service with minimum of 24 hr notice.
Accessible from the well maintained state highway 99. Entrance is a one lane trail only for cars and trucks. There is one RV hookup option across from the entrance.
DO NOT SHOW UP ON DEMAND. DO NOT GO TO NEIGHBOR PRIVATE PROPERTY THINKING YOU ARE GOING TO A CAMPGROUND OFFICE.
Options include 7 Tent Campsites spaced pretty far apart and are assigned based on first come first serve or limited based on age of any children in your group.
Want to glamp and avoid the possible rain storm while you have a kitchen and bathrooms, ask about the Lemon Lodge (sleeps up to 13).
Are you looking for a unique family activity to explore the land as a disconnect to reconnect? Ask about our certified guided Forest Therapy walks.
If you and/or your family are new to camping consider easing into the experience by booking the Lemon Lodge and pitching a tent close to 'practice'. You'll have climate controlled shelter, bathrooms, and even a kitchen with donkeys in the 'backyard'.
Please note:
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Transport service ONLY - no rentals here.
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This is primitive. No there are no bathrooms or showers.
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There are no RV sites near water, only boondock near entrance or 1 hook-up at the retreat side across from the entrance.
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A deposit may be required to hold a spot.
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At-your-own-risk. You should understand the rules and sign all paperwork.
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No refunds - even if a storm rolls in and you or your tent gets wet.
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Check out the FAQ section below or contact for more information.
Prices and other information below in the FAQ.
WHEN YOU CONFIRM YOUR DATES, YOU WILL COORDINATE ETA IN TEXT MESSAGE TO MEET VAL AT THE ENTRANCE WHERE YOU CAN PAY BY CASH - OR VENMO BEFORE ARRIVAL.
DO NOT DRIVE DOWN NEIGHBOR DRIVEWAYS - THERE ARE NO HOUSES OR BUILDINGS ON THIS PRIMITIVE LAND.
DO NOT DRIVE ANY VEHICLE EXCEPT 4WD DOWN THE HILL TO THE RIVER.
CAMPSITES
This smaller site is available for one tent. No children under 12 due to location on the bluff rim. A lovely view of the river below and the land in the distance.
A larger site for several tents or even hammocks. Explore the bluff above the river. No children under 12.
Best for small tent or 4 person tent.
This section of the meadow has enough room for multiple tents to accommodate troops and groups up to about 20. Connects to Bluff 3.
Nestle your group in the woods on the edge of the pasture.
Another large space for larger groups with wide space to spread out. Enjoy the starry skies on clear nights.
Pitch your tent near this unique spot on the buffalo that features a cluster of trees in a circle.
This special spot is the highest elevation. It is available for exclusive reservation, your tent or ours. Set up your telescope here. Premium rate and member priority.
ONLY 7 TOTAL CAMPSITES. YOU MIGHT BE THE ONLY GUESTS.
CAMPING IS NOT AVAILABLE ON DEMAND AND NOT GUARANTEED ON DAY OF REQUEST.
PARKING AND TRANSPORT MUST BE BOOKED WITHIN 24 HOURS OF YOUR STAY.
PHONE AND EMAILS ARE ONLY CHECKED DURING DAYLIGHT HOURS AND NO LATER THAN 7PM IN THE WINTER
if you call the main number, probably will go to voicemail.
if you text message to Nine 31 Two 13 Nineteen 01, you will get a faster response.
ADVENTURE
urban escape | digital detox
CAMPING
On The Buffalo PRIVATE LAND is a luscious 12 acres for primitive camping in the various terrain from forest to meadow. Access is limited on a daily basis to ensure that the peacefulness of this place is not destroyed by massive population.
Becoming a member will guarantee your access and also help keep this space private compared to the other options down river.
Affiliated with the nature immersion creativity retreat center - Camp Wonder Wander that is a 5 acre facility across the street from the main entrance.
RIVER & TRAILS
On The Buffalo is NOT ASSOCIATED WITH FORMER BUFFALO RIVER CANOE COMPANY OR ANY OTHER OUTFITTERS OR PRIVATE BUSINESSES IN THE AREA.
The Buffalo River changes daily and can flood.Only experienced kayakers and canoers are recommended to drop in up river to land at this site.
Privately owned land with approximately 12 acres to explore. Do not trespass on neighbor properties.
NO HUNTING. NO WEAPONS .
MUST HAVE YOUR OWN FISHING LICENSE.
LODGING
Not interested in Camping, but want a nature immersion experience?
THERE IS ONE OPTION - THE LEMON LODGE! It sleeps up to 14 and you'll have a kitchen, bathrooms, and even woodstoves.
Get out of the rain and book the lodge for your group. Pitch a tent near the lodge if you want to practice camping.
There are no other cabins or rental options at this time.
activities on the Buffalo River
are at-your-own-risk
* no cancellations or refunds - even if a storm drenches you or your tent.
GALLERY
About our extended creativity retreat center @campwonderwander on Insta and FB: Let your creativity flow like the Buffalo. Book an extra workshop to learn pottery or other art, craft, or design. You may want to meet our camp animals - donkeys (miniatures and standards), chickens, peacocks, and domestic rabbits, cats, and dogs. The artist residency program should lead to an ever growing arts environment such as murals and sculpture gardens. Blue sky dreams include a ropes course and zip line as well as numerous micro shelter off grid cabins for rent and use by the artist residency program so with your help we can make this a really amazing unique destination.
If you have a group, troop, or club you would like to coordinate an excursion camping or glamping along with a workshop that you manage with our assistance or we manage, we would love to discuss so please send a message via our chat.
MEMBERSHIP
make a commitment to nature and your digital detox
Limited memberships available for those who want to visit on a regular basis. Help to keep On The Buffalo Campground a quiet, family friendly and relatively quiet part of the river by becoming a member. Your contribution helps to sustain the retreat center operations such as care and feeding of the animals as well as the artist/writer residency.
Please note fishing requires a TN license.
No hunting allowed.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE MEMBERSHIP AGREEMENT AND CURRENT RATES PLEASE REVIEW THIS.
ART on the buffalo
Please respect the art installations and don't vandalize.
Tag us in your social media post instead! #artonthebuffalo
For more information on our retreat center lodging and workshops, go here.
CONTACT
ADDRESS
606 GAITHER HINSON RD, WAYNESBORO TN 38485
SR 99 BETWEEN WAYNESBORO & HOHENWALD
for booking and other information : NINE 31 TWO 13 NINETEEN 01 TEXT or mail@campwonderwander.org
OPEN YEAR ROUND UNLESS OTHERWISE POSTED.
AT LEAST 24 HOURS NOTICE REQUIRED.
PLEASE DO NOT SHOW UP WITHOUT NOTICE TO LOOK AROUND.
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