Tucked away in the depths of Otari Village at the foot of the Northern Alps, Ishizaka Forest Adventure Village offers a truly wild and immersive camping experience. This hidden gem is embraced by vast forests teeming with deer and wild boar, featuring pristine streams and ponds where you can fish for岩魚 (Iwana) and ヤマメ (Yamame). It's an ideal spot for families and nature-loving adults seeking authentic outdoor adventures like foraging for wild vegetables and mushrooms, canoeing, or stargazing. While feeling wonderfully remote, the unforgettable moments spent under a canopy of stars, gathered around a crackling fire, make the journey well worth it.
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〒399-9421 長野県北安曇郡小谷村中小谷８４５７
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