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Organic Farm Outside of Bakersfield

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· Kern, California

20 acres hosted by Meredith B.

5 tent sites

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Our farm experience offers a no-fuss stay on a real working farm approximately 15 miles south Bakersfield. 20 acres surround you, bounded by the Tehachapi Mountains and within the San Joaquin Valley. Sites are perched on the edge of the pond, stocked with fish or enjoy the provided paddle board or kayak to explore the pond. Each site offers a good amount of shade for a portion of the day and has its own picnic table, water spigot and fire pit. Campers provide firewood. There is one shared, plumbed bathroom between campsites and one shared outdoor shower (with hot water). There's no electricity at your rustic home away from home, but the evening stars light up the sky. We have the following sites available: Bring Your Own (BYO) Tent - all sites Van Parking (No RVs, Trailers or Trucks with Campers) - sites 4 & 6 only. We are an organic working farm - no pesticides or herbicides are sprayed on the farm or around the camp areas. Depending on the day you stay, we may have more activity than others. We have staff on and off the farm coming and going from the farmers markets we participate in. We have working dogs that love to keep predators away at night by barking if they sense any around. We have roosters that crow, lizards, bugs and insects, bull frogs in the pond, California King snakes, and lots of birds/hawks/owls. We do our best to create an environment for all the creatures to live and thrive in the environment that's natural to them.

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147 ratings · 109 reviews

Nicholas B.recommends

May 23, 2024

Site #2: No Vans/RVs/Trailers

Nico's Getaway Trip

I had such an amazing time at Autonomy Farms campsites. I wanted a quick getaway from the city of LA and this property that Meredith, the owner, has created is so pretty and unique. It almost feels as though time is sitting still whilst you lounge around the lake that centers around the farm. The small lake was my favorite part about the trip but I also have to bring up how sweet and loving her dogs were on the property. The white furred mother and daughter were so cute. And the pitbull even slept by my tent all night which made me feel safe since I was the only person my first night. I wish I knew the dog's names. I got to take some pictures and explore the property a bit. They even include canoes for the lake but I was too afraid to do it alone, next time. I would definitely recommend checking this place out and staying for a night or two. I already plan on coming back some time with my girlfriend. Its a perfect little getaway if you wanna enjoy a bit of the farm life as well as nature, the wind, and silence. I will say though that at night, the frogs get really loud and I had a hard time sleeping even with earplugs and sleep meds. I knew this coming into it though, but its just a heads up that certain times of year the frogs mating can get loud. Other then that I love this place and will definitely return. Meredith was super helpful and welcoming and responsive to all my questions. I really liked how down to earth she was. Thank you Meredith!

Jane D.recommends

May 19, 2024

Site #1: No Campershells/RV/Vans

I had a great experience camping on Meredith's land at the farm. It was just right for the first night on a two week road trip. The views are spectacular. The directions were clear. Everything you have read is correct about the friendly dogs. One of the reasons I chose this spot was the facilities: toilet + shower. Working up to dry camping. I was glad I had included ear plugs as there are highway and normal farm working noises happening -- this is not a criticism, just reality. Being able to camp on private land is awesome. I felt totally safe!

Stephanie R.recommends

May 17, 2024

Site #6: BYO Tent, Vans Ok, No RVs

Lovely place!

We were absolut positivity surprised of this lovely spot near Bakersfield. Meredith created a great island for visitors on her organic farm. The contact with her was very friendly. We were lovely welcome by the dogs (they are really cute and friendly and enjoy contact). Our kids loved them and we enjoyed the little lake for a kayaking and stand up Paddeling as well as swimming. And by the way the toilets were so clean and nice! Even a solar- warm water shower was available. We were on our way back from Yosemite with our Van and we could not imagine a better place for an overnightstay.

Maddie N.recommends

May 16, 2024

Site #2: No Vans/RVs/Trailers

Amazing Farm Oasis stay

Beautiful and safe place to stay in a quiet area off the grid. The dogs are super friendly and cute as can be! The bull dog will happily accept any and all the belly rubs you have to give! Potable water was very nice and the little lake is spectacular. The bathroom was clean and the outdoor shower was nice and hot! 11/10 recommend if you need a place to stay in the area.

Cassidy L.recommends

May 15, 2024

Site #6: BYO Tent, Vans Ok, No RVs

Meredith’s directions were super easy to follow, we felt very safe during our stay. We loved walking around the property, the bathroom was very clean, and it was great sitting under the lights on the shared patio area. Bonus: the dogs were super sweet and friendly, and came to greet us a few times throughout our stay.

Zeth T.recommends

May 6, 2024

Site #4: Double Site. No RV/Trailer

Campsite #4 is very nice and closest to the bathroom and shower so it's convenient. We love the friendly dogs! Meredith also came to say hi which is very nice thing to do as a host.

Location

Kern, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Chumash and Yokuts First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Meredith B.Joined in January 2022

Response rate: 100%Response time: Within 2 hours

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