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Scheffel's Hideaway Campground

Scheffel's Hideaway Campground

Is this the right campground for your trip?

Immaculate spotless grounds
Profound peace and quiet
Pristine natural setting
Owner interactions and communication
B-TrustedCamp Grade
121reviews scored131 reviews trackedVisitor + RV Community
Best For
Quiet seekers wanting immaculate facilities, peaceful surroundings, and level limestone pads in a meticulously kept setting.
Avoid If
You need responsive booking communication or flexible refund policies — owner interactions and reservations are inconsistent.
RV Owner Intelligence

Sourced from 72 verified RV visitor reviews

38
Motor Home
17
Fifth Wheel
15
Travel Trailer
Rig tip: Pull-through and back-in sites on pea gravel — most long enough to keep rigs hitched.
Reviews consistently praise the immaculate condition of the grounds, restrooms, and laundry facilities. Campers describe the campground as exceptionally clean, with well-kept green grass yards and spotless amenities. This attention to cleanliness stands out as a top strength.
Guests appreciate the spacious, level RV sites with crushed limestone pads and beautifully landscaped grounds. The campground offers direct access to bike trails, a lovely pond, and features like bat and bird houses. Some reviewers note that showers require payment and a few services cost extra, but overall, amenities are well-received.
Many guests report negative experiences with the owner, describing interactions as rude or confrontational. There are several accounts of disputes over refunds and selective guest acceptance, which contribute to a low staff score. While a few reviewers mention helpful assistance, the overall sentiment toward staff is strongly unfavorable.
Campers frequently express frustration with the reservation process, citing unreturned phone calls and emails, difficulty securing a site, and lack of communication from the office. Disputes over refunds and unclear booking policies are also mentioned. These recurring issues lead to a low booking score.
Guests consistently describe Scheffel's Hideaway as one of the quietest campgrounds they have visited. The peaceful atmosphere is a highlight, with campers appreciating the lack of noise and the serene environment. This aspect receives unanimous praise.
Some campers report issues with water pressure, water taste, and sewer hookups, including unthreaded or hard-to-connect connections and a few sites lacking sewer. Occasional brief power drops and pea gravel tracking into rigs are also mentioned. Despite these concerns, most sites offer the expected hookups and level pads.
Reviews suggest a positive sense of community, with returning visitors and families enjoying the friendly atmosphere. Campers note the well-maintained grounds and social vibe, contributing to a welcoming environment for groups and repeat guests.
TrustedCamp Verified Rating  ·  Grade: B-
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The CampRecord

A 5-year view of camper sentiment

What's driving the trend: Staff & owner interaction

2021–22
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NOW2025–26

Based on Google Reviews · June 2021 - May 2026 · 131 reviews

The split in staff and owner interaction is the single most documented friction point in recent reviews, with 35 mentions since 2021 and a pattern that sees some campers praising helpfulness while others report less favorable encounters. Scheffel's Hideaway Campground stands out for this volatility: eight reviewers in the most recent year alone weighed in on staff, and while sentiment has rebounded from earlier lows, the divide remains. Cleanliness and site maintenance, by contrast, have drawn steady, quietly positive feedback—16 and 24 mentions respectively, with little drama across five years. For those considering a stay, the staff experience could shape your visit more than any other factor, making it worth reading the latest reviews on this theme before you book.

The CampRecord is generated through analysis of public guest reviews spanning multiple years. Patterns described reflect themes observed in reviewer feedback over time and should be considered alongside other research when planning a stay.

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Before You Arrive

All sites gravel (pea gravel), mix of back-in and pull-through sites. Site length commonly reported as 'long enough' for large rigs and tow vehicles.

Some sites allow keeping truck hitched to fifth wheel. Amperage typically 20/30/50A, with some sites 30A only. Sewer and water hookups on all or most sites.

A few reports of unthreaded sewer connections. Site spacing varies: reviews report everything from 'spacious' to 'very close' depending on site.

Bring bikes—multiple bike trails connect directly from campground to Point Beach State Forest and local towns. Try Port Sandy Bay restaurant for pizza or Friday fish fry. Sites can vary in sun/shade and space.

An immaculate, peaceful park adored for its beauty, cleanliness, and owner involvement—yet damaged by recurring communication issues and intense negative owner interactions.

Based on documented guest patterns. Never Sponsored. Data Driven.

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Scheffel's Hideaway Campground
TrustedCamp Grade: B-
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