…I’ve got to give this place its due praise and compliments…From the last minute arrangements, all the way to the overall safety of the campground, it was a phenomenal first time!…By golly I love this place!!! 😍😎🛶⛺️😀
Experience Premium Glamping in Mongo
Our Skoolie Glamping Bus includes a campsite with electric & water hookup, picnic table, and fire ring with grill grate. Inside the bus, guests will find a refrigerator/freezer, sink, dishes & utensils, coffee maker, and toaster oven/air fryer for a cozy glamping experience. The bus also features a restroom with stand-up shower & toilet & multiple storage cabinets including one full-height closet.
Sleeping arrangements include 1 Queen bed, 1 fold-out futon couch, and 2 slim twin bunk beds (72” x 26”), accommodating up to 6 guests total. Please note: linens, pillows, blankets, and towels are NOT included. Guests should plan to bring their own bedding.
A 2-night minimum stay is required for all Friday/Saturday bookings, holiday weekends, and holidays.
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Bus Details
Pricing
$230/night (includes UP TO 6 people)
Seasons/Availability
Available April to October
Check in/Check out
3pm Check-in & 11am Check-out
Group size
6 people total
Minimum stay
2 nights minimum
Included
- Camping site/space
- Picnic table
- Fire ring with fixed grill grate
- Electric service
- Water service
- Private toilet/shower
- Kitchenette with coffee maker, toaster oven/air fryer, refrigerator/freezer
- Queen size bed, twin sofa bed, and 2 slim twin bunks
Not Included
- Linens
- Groceries
- Any river trip or retail items
What to bring
Bring your own:
- Camper
- Tents
- Hammocks
- Preferred sleeping quarters
- Coolers
- Food
- Personal camp gear
We do have a store on-site with any goodies you might forget, but you’ll want to try & pack all necessities for whatever makes a typical camping trip comfortable for you!
Reservation & Cancellation Policy

SKOOLIE RESERVATION & CANCELLATION POLICIES
- FULL payment is required at the time of reservation.
- Reservation changes and cancellations may be made up until 30 days prior to your reservation start date.
- Cancellations made MORE THAN 30 days prior to arrival may qualify for a credit toward a future stay.
- NO CARD OR CASH REFUNDS will be provided if any changes or cancellations are made on the Skoolie.
- NO pets are allowed inside the Skoolie at any time.
- Smoking or vaping inside the Skoolie is prohibited.
- Guests are responsible for any damages, missing items, excessive cleaning, smoking violations, or misuse of the Skoolie during their stay.
- Trading Post Outfitters reserves the right to charge the card on file for repair costs, replacement costs, additional cleaning fees, or policy violations discovered after checkout.
- Excessive messes, stains, odors, trash left behind, or evidence of smoking/vaping/pets inside the Skoolie may result in additional cleaning or damage charges.
- Guests must leave the Skoolie in generally clean and orderly condition upon departure.
- Please help us keep this unique experience enjoyable for future guests!
- Failure to follow policies may result in immediate removal from the property without refund.
Campground Rules
Campground Rules & Skoolie Details
- CHECK-IN time is 3:00 p.m. EST
- CHECK-OUT time is 11:00 a.m. EST
- QUIET TIME is 11:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m. and is strictly enforced. Non-compliance will result in eviction with no refund.
- There is a 2 vehicle limit per standard site. There is no overflow parking.
- Please respect your neighboring campers and their families.
- No loud music, and all music off at 11:00 p.m.
- Generators are NOT allowed.
- No vulgar, offensive language.
- NO FIREWORKS of any kind are allowed in the campground.
- All vehicles are to be parked and remain parked after 10:00pm.
- All cars must have a car tag pass.
- All visitors at the Trading Post must register at the office and get a VISITOR CAR TAG before proceeding into the campground.
- Visitors MUST depart by 10:00pm
- Non paddling visitors will be assessed a $5/person/day visitor’s fee.
- No illegal drugs of any kind. Violators will be reported to local authorities.
- Storm shelter is in bath house, open 24 hours.
- Campground speed limit is 5 MPH.
- Please do not move the fire rings.
- No cutting of trees or marring of branches.
- A dumpster is provided for bagged trash disposal.
- Please clean your campsite upon departure. Failure to do so will result in being assessed a $50 cleaning fee.
- Recycling containers for aluminum cans are provided.
- Vaccinated & socially friendly pets are welcome but must be kept in your campsite & on a leash.
- Campground pond fishing is ok but is catch & release only.
- The playground is for children only. Children must be supervised by an adult and play is at own risk.
- No lifeguard is on duty, swim at own risk.
See Why Our Loyal Customers Keep Coming Back
The trading post is the best camping experience I’ve ever had. I always enjoy camping with my grandpa. We love going down the river. I will be coming back every year. I love the staff they are so friendly.
Great paddle trips and great camping this past weekend!
The absolute best place to go!!!…The new owners have really outdone themselves and the entire place is amazing! Camping is fantastic, kayak/canoe experiences are fantastic everything is…
I went camping at the trading Post with my grandpa last year twice experience was phenomenal the friendliness of the staff the amount of room we had at our campsite it was beautiful pigeon River was one of the cleanest Rivers I have ever seen…
…The new owners have done a great job taking over and have made several upgrades to the property, equipment, etc…Camp sites are spacious, bathrooms/showers are clean, playground is nice, and it is safe. It’s just a great place for a day visit or camping for the weekend.
I can’t wait to go camping here again! The prices are excellent. The staff are friendly, helpful, and I felt that they easily exceeded expectations for efficiency and ensuring that any interactions they have with their campers are positive ones…
This is a great place for camping and a paddle trip! The staff were very friendly and accommodating…
…Campground is very inviting with river side views, easy check-in, large mature tree shading and clean restrooms and shower facilities…Definitely a repeat destination.
…the staff are always super friendly and the river never disappoints! I would definitely recommend to anyone/family/couple for both camping or even just a day canoe trip!
…the staff are always super friendly and the river never disappoints! I would definitely recommend to anyone/family/couple for both camping or even just a day canoe trip!
Fantastic staff, great camping, and kayaking is a blast! Will definitely be back again soon!


