Camping In the Clouds/Mineshaft Bar & Grill

My boys and I wandered from our hot Dodge Caravan into JR’s on our Sunday drive, only to find out that the kitchen was closed, and not re-opening anytime soon. A friendly patron drinking vodka named Geoff suggested we visit the Mine Shaft, a little down the road and still on our way home. I was intrigued by the idea of drinking at a mine, as drinking at mines has a storied history in my family. My pappy, grandpappy, his grandpappy and his grandpappy all used to drink at mines and I was proud to continue this family tradition. A Busch Light “Welcome Hunters” sign greeted my boys and I at the entrance, and although none of us hunt, I knew we would fit right in. (My son programmed our beige Compaq computer with Windows 98 to play “Big Buck Hunter,” which has allowed my boys to experience the thrill of unloading a clip on three beautiful stag while learning valuable outdoor skills without a cumbersome safety course. A friendly patron, Marty, treated us to some fun facts on the history of the mine, which goes 420 feet below the earth (not deep enough for my dad to drink, but pretty close. For more context on my father’s drinking restrictions, please read my review of Richard’s of Dunbar, found about a half hour south on Highway 8.) We greatly enjoyed our Bloody Marys - the pickled garnishes and spices made for a warm winter blanket that maintained my body temperature while we were separated from our hot car. The shrimp taquitos took us south of the border (with Michigan), and my fried fish sandwich was crispy and delicious. Make sure you get the potato wedges, too! The bathrooms were neat and tidy, and my boys got to enjoy the television program educating them on the rescue of a tavern in Florida. So long Mine Shaft - we’ll be back!

I’d like to start out with the positives: it’s in a quiet and serene location just like you’d hope for while camping. Employee who helped us was accommodating even though very busy tending to his other duties. Over all was very laid back and chill. Which was great because that’s what I was looking for. But laid back and chill should not negate the carelessness that comes with the inside of the cabin. I was not looking for luxury. I know what to expect when you are camping but the nightmare that came to be when I opened the cabin door is inexcusable. $65 a night is a far stretch for a splinter ridden bench that you can’t even sit on outside the cabin and a box spring that looks ridden with mold and bacteria. The walls are stained with who knows what and it’s just dirty dirty dirty all over. I’m sure it’s a nice place when you bring your own camper, but please save yourself the headache of reserving a cabin. The grounds have potential and would be nice to see it cared for a little more. My boyfriend ended up getting really sick on our way up and we couldn’t stay more than an hour for obvious reasons. Owner and worker were very understanding. No charges occurred, but we won’t be back. Kind of a shame because I have heard about this place for years. Hopefully it turns around at some point.

Campsites were super nice size but lots of sand. Bathrooms and showers never got cleaned. Showers and pool was slimy on walls and ground. Chris took care of anything we needed very fast and made sure we were all good with everything. I would recommend the campground. There is a beach 1 mile away. Overall we had a good stay

AWFUL! The showers are attached to a bar so you get drunk people wandering in and out of that area which I did not enjoy with my 5 year old kid. I had to shower using the flashlight app on my phone because the lights wouldn't turn on. There were literal poop smears on the wall. I am not sure if they have ever been cleaned before. That's not an exaggeration, I honestly don't think they have ever been cleaned. The indoor pool had a layer of slime, the floors were muddy, and there was garbage piled up. Garbage cans were overflowing with beer cans and cigarette containers. Oh yeah, and they tried overcharging me. AVOID THIS PLACE AT ALL COSTS. They should be embarrassed and ashamed of themselves. Someone should alert the health department.

Was up there last week with a group of 10 golfers. Steve's favorite place in Florence area. Nice place with cold beer and awesome pizza. The wood fired pizzas were excellent!! Friendly owners , cold beer, great pizza , what more do you need?. Will be back!!

I made arrangements 2 weeks ago to bring my camper here to store and stay for work purposes only I was quoted a price. I called to confirm and was told that my quote was no good that the women I was speaking to was the owner and would not give me what I needed for the price I was give now I am in a huge lurch. Start a contract and have no housing.