#Vanlife Iconic VW Van Camping and Kayaking!

⚓️ CLOSED FOR THE 2026 SEASON!⚓️ 🛶 Welcome to Portage Paddle Camp! 🛶 Stay a night on the banks of the beautiful Mississippi River nestled on a couple of private acres in an iconic Westaflia VW Van! Enjoy complimentary use of kayaks or paddleboards! Awesome river bluffs and nature views. Relaxing and serene! 45 min. from St. Louis, 20 min. from St. Charles! Minutes from Grafton Ferry! 4 miles from the Katy Trailhead at Machens! The space ⚠️ AIRBNB GUEST FEE UPDATE ⚠️ For reservations on/after 9/15/2026, Airbnb is increasing it's Guest Service Fee from 14% to 15.5% and ROLLING IT INTO OUR NIGHTLY RATE. We don’t support the change in lack of cost transparency--but essentially, your overall cost remains the same. Kindly bear this in mind WHEN RATING THE VALUE OF YOUR STAY. Who needs a tent when you can have the experience of a lifetime on a classic, iconic, and unrestored VW Westfalia Camper van?! One of the best views on the Mississippi River! An experience sure to never forget, guaranteed. The pop up top provides a double bed with awesome screened in windows that allows for extra cool views! Down below, is another double bed! 2 chairs will be set up outside your vanny van to sit on or to just shoot the breeze.... This is primitive camping, but way more awesome! No potable water on grounds, no electric hookups inside van, just back to basics fun :) You may charge your electronics at the outlets near the cabin/commons area. Bathroom and outdoor shower near cabin/commons area (hot water available). Additional outhouse on property. If you love being next to water, if your a naturist, or just want a relaxing and peaceful getaway, this is for you! Guest access Want friends or family to join?! Check out all of our other accommodations on the property, as well as our Cottage in town (1 mile away): Green VW Vanny Van:  https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/13729792 Shasta Camper (#2): https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/20137837 Shasta Camper (#1) https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/20402606 Cabin: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/20055760 The Cottage (located in town; 1 mile away): https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/876122600349087810 Each stay enjoys complimentary use of kayaks or paddleboards! Shared use between all guests. Other things to note ‼️This is an ADULTS ONLY property ‼️ ● Weekends and holidays can at times be the most booked days. There is a possibility that you'll share the campground with other guests at different accommodations. Book Sunday-Thursday if you are looking for a more private and secluded time. ● Please be mindful that the closest gas station/convenience stores are 15 minutes away. Plan ahead. ● The Westaflia Camper Van is best enjoyed in rain-free weather. The pop-top bed cannot be used during really hard rains or excessive winds. We suggest looking at the forecast for our area for the day(s) you plan to reserve, before finalizing your booking so that you won't be disappointed :) ● We reserve the right to postpone or cancel your reservation if we feel that the weather could impact the wellbeing and condition of the vanny van. ● The van is an antique. Guests must utilize it and everything inside with the utmost of care, i.e., window rollers, doors, beds, etc. ● We spray for mosquito prevention, but during the summer months bring some bug spray, citronella candles, sunscreen, shower essentials, bottled water, and whatever necessities you might need for your camping stay! ‼️IMPORTANT‼️ ● This is just like camping without a tent, but much more awesome! ● This is true camping. Bring all the necessary items for your stay. We provide all bedding and chairs for outside. There is a firepit outside your van. We might have some dry/seasoned wood available at the time of your stay, but its recommended to bring some in case there isn't. ● Items inside the camper such as the stove, refrigerator, or electric hookups are NOT operable. ● There will be bugs, and there will be some mosquitos (factors out of our control). Did we mention the river is right there? ● Antique/vintage does not = not clean If these things are not your cup of tea, then this may not be for you. We know the vanny van may be an exciting bucket list item for some, but kindly refrain from giving us anything less than awesome ratings, just because you weren't prepared to be in nature 🙂 AS OF NOW: UBER/LYFT will drop you off in Portage Des Sioux, but you CANNOT order an UBER/LYFT to get out of Portage. Those services will NOT come pick you up here! Plan ahead if you will not have a vehicle.