Merck Forest and Farm Center: Camping

Our mission is to teach and demonstrate the benefits of innovative, sustainable management of forest and farmland.

CABINS

Cabins are fully enclosed and each is equipped with a wood-burning stove, wooden bunks, and a nearby outhouse. The distances following each description are measured from the Visitor Center parking area. Water is available at pumps located at the Farm and the Lodge, although these can be frozen in winter. All water should be treated or boiled.

Please see Camping Guidelines for more information.

The base prices for cabins are below:

$45/night for Spruce
$45/night for Ridge
$60/night for Ned's Place
$60/night for Nenorod
$75/night for Dunc's Place
$45/night for one Barn Cabin
$65/night for both Barn Cabins

Members receive a 20% discount for weekend cabin rentals (Friday and Saturday night).

We offer reduced cabin rates during the week! Non-members receive 20% off and members receive 30% off cabin rentals Sunday through Thursday. Take advantage of this opportunity and stay with us during the week! Reduced rates are not in effect for shelters and/or tent sites.

			Spruce Cabin Located at the edge of a spruce stand and has a panoramic view across an upland meadow. Bunks for 6 people.

			Ridge Cabin Located on a remote wooded ridge. Great winter view! Bunks for 6 people.

			Ned's Place Located at the edge of a field with outstanding views of Bear Mt. and Mt. Equinox. Bunks and loft for 10 people.

			Nenorod Cabin Merck's newest cabin is located on a remote rocky ridge with views to distant mountains through the trees. Bunks and loft for 6-8 people.

			Dunc's Place Located in a secluded valley on Old Town Road. A nearby stream adds to the tranquility and peacefulness. Bunks and loft for up to 15 people.

			Barn Cabins Nestled in a stand of Douglas fir, beside a hay meadow, overlooking the farm. Bunks for 11.

	SHELTERS AND TENTS The lean-to style shelters have three walls and a roof. Campers sleep on the wooden floor. Each shelter has a nearby outhouse and a fire ring. Shelter capacity is 5 people. Tenting is available at designated sites only. Tenting capacity is 2 people. Shelters: $25/night; Tent Sites: $25/night Members receive a 20% discount on shelters and tent sites.

			Stone Lot Located in a secluded wooded valley near a stream. One shelter; two tent sites. Maximum capacity: 11 people.

			The Glen (group camping area) Located in an open meadow near Birch Pond. Stream and spring water available. Please see Camping Guidelines concerning drinking water. Three shelters; three tent sites. Maximum capacity: 24 people.

			Beebe Pond Located in a scenic meadow with mountain views. Two shelters; four tent sites. Maximum capacity: 22 people.

info@merckforest.org 802 394-7836 - Fax: 802 394-2519 3270 Route 315, Rupert, VT 05768