Wayden Farm
This is a Boondockers Welcome host in Ravenna, MI
Max Rig Size
< 45 (ft)
Parking Spaces
1
Same Day Requests
Yes
Country setting. 10 acre lot with good privacy on very lightly traveled gravel road. There is a semi-hidden pond in my front yard with a lot of plant growth around it. Neighboring lot also has a much larger pond further back. Be aware of these if you have a pet or child that likes to roam. Parking is close to pond. There are lots of frogs in pond. Know that they can get quite noisy at night. You may want to bring your own means of shade, if desired. There is very little available in my yard. Tents are welcome. AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon all work well for phone and data. Suggested Local Attractions: The small local village about 4.5 miles away has grocery, auto parts, hardware, pizza and ice cream parlors, restaurants, pub, lumber yard, laundromat, dollar store, parks, bowling, library, fuel and propane stations (including rec fuel), and motor sports shop. There are several other larger cities with popular attractions within a half hour drive or less. Grand Haven, Muskegon, and Grand Rapids are some of those. Grand Haven is popular for its beach, musical fountain, boardwalk, pier, and Coast Guard Festival. Muskegon is popular for its beaches, piers, museums, drive-in theater, parties in the park, Bike Time, and Irish Festival. Grand Rapids is popular for its museums, breweries, Meijer Gardens, John Ball Zoo, and Art Prize. Lake Michigan is about 15 miles away. There are many other smaller lakes and rivers nearby. The Muskegon River is popular for tubing, canoeing, or kayaking. There are 4 different rental places for that nearby. Muskegon has several RV dealers. Should you require a part, there's a good chance you'll find it locally. In the summer and fall, there are blueberry fields and orchards nearby to pick your own fresh fruit from. Michigan's Adventure, Michigan's largest amusement and water park, is in the area.
Vehicle Suitability Information
Pets Welcome
Electric Hookup: 15A
Separate Tow Vehicle Parking
Campfire Ring Provided
Outdoor Cooking Allowed
Generators Allowed
Water Hookup
Slideouts Allowed
Offleash Area for Pets
House Rules
Be respectful. Clean up after yourself and pet(s). No running generators from 11 PM - 8 AM. I'm flexible on this depending how loud it is and where one chooses to park, but please ask before using overnight. I have two cats that like to be outdoors. If you have dogs that may be aggressive with them, please keep them on leash. If you smoke cigarettes or cigars, I prefer you don't smoke in my presence. Please do not leave remnants of them on property. Filtered water, from well, can be provided.
Location
Access Road Conditions: Gravel road. Remains easily passable when wet. Only about a half mile from paved road. Plenty of overhead clearance on road and in my driveway for tall vehicles. This whole area is very flat. No hills or sharp curves in road. There is a little over 20 feet of space between ditches to work with when entering/exiting driveway. I had a guest with a 40' foot fifth wheel that seemed like it was just enough space for. If you're comfortable maneuvering a longer trailer or class A in that opening, you're welcome to request a stay. There is adequate space once in. No problem to stop in road and detach a towed vehicle, if that makes entry easier for you. Depending on size/weight of rigs, I may be able to accommodate an additional guest. Feel free to contact me if calendar shows spot already reserved. Tow Vehicle Parking Details: In driveway. My driveway is gravel, about 220' long, and shaped like a backward L. The gravel ends in front of my house, but there is another spot to get out on the other side of the 330' lot if you drive across the grass. I do this with my boat in the summer, so I don't have a problem if visitors need to use it. However, please ask about the conditions before arriving if you would like to use this. During extended wet periods, the ground gets soft. I had a guest get stuck attempting to use this path and would prefer to avoid that happening again.
Parking Surface
Gravel
Hosted By BoondockRavenna
Age:
45-55
Being the change I want to see in the world. Details: I am an introvert who enjoys his privacy, but also feels that restoring common unity among humanity is a pursuit that more people need to focus on. Providing a spot for travelers to rest, without treating them as a commodity, is one small way I can do that. All are welcome. If you're the type that only requires a minimal amount of interaction, that is fine. There's no expectation of bonding here. However, I'm happy to help those who may require additional hospitality. Home Town: Ravenna, Michigan Favorite Boondocking Locations: Haven't been to any yet. Skills or Expertise to Share: Should you have any basic vehicle/RV repair and/or fabrication projects, it's likely I have what you need to accomplish it. Pretty handy with computers and printers. Can probably help you with most PC or printer problems. Know enough about networking them too. Certified locksmith. Good cook. Make my own recipe of beer bread I'm well know for among family and friends. Competent at using sewing machine. Feel free to ask for help with anything. Or bread, if you'd like to try it.
Availability for RV Camping
References for this location from other RVers
PumaDad9819
4 months ago
great guy! nice little property off a dirt road. not much traffic not nothing a fan cant cover up. plinty of room to park.
RightAtTheLight
5 months ago
Very quiet road. Mark was great. Will return. thanks
CampingGator
6 months ago
We enjoyed staying two nights at this host’s home. We were greeted warmly and supplied with tomatoes from his garden! The spot was level and the area was quiet. Electricity was very much appreciated.
WillowsWander
7 months ago
We loved our stay! Extremely quiet and peaceful hearing frogs in the pond. Easy communication with host. Will stay again when in area. Definitely take host suggestions about places to visit.
2DanesAndaBaby
8 months ago
Host was very cordial and accommodating! A very nice and quiet place to stay!
