5 acres hosted by Will B.
5 RV/tent sites
Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
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Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.
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44 ratings · 37 reviews
Mark D.recommends
May 9, 2024
Site 5 - Hilltop Heaven
Cool Spot
Nice location to go stargazing. It was beautiful, a bit too windy for what we had planned, but I would go back again.
Michael Z.recommends
May 9, 2024
Site 1 - Cosmic Cradle
Camping in a tent
Good spot for sky views. About a 15 minute drive into town if you need anything. Be prepared for wind and rock hard ground. If you're camping in a tent I'd recommend brining extra spikes as you will likely bend some.
Camey S.recommends
May 7, 2024
Site 4 - Peak's Perch
I enjoyed staying at this site (#4-Peak’s Perch), with beautiful rolling hills and the mountains in the distance. It’s an open space, so the privacy is dependent on how many other campers there are. The sites aren’t too close together, but they’re each close enough for a short walk to the outhouse.
Mary P.recommends
May 5, 2024
Site 1 - Cosmic Cradle
we loved our stay , the view is beautiful and relaxing , perfect for a quick getaway from the city , its a bit windy though , my kids had a great time. Will is very responsive and accommodating, he even lets us change location last minute for our preference. we would definitely come back next time .Thank you so much will
Jesse S.recommends
May 4, 2024
Site 5 - Hilltop Heaven
Primo car camping and stargazing
Overall fantastic camping experience my 4 year old daughter and me. Booked this site to go stargazing, and stargazing we did. Perfectly clear sky, nice and dark, can see so many more stars than in the city. Only point of note is that it was WINDY. I’m sure you can check on an app before coming up (I didn’t)… but may have prepared differently had I known. Luckily we were always planning on car camping so we were unaffected other than having trouble using the camp grill to cook dinner… but had we tried to pitch a tent and sleep all night in it I do think that would have been a challenge. In the car was primo.
Vital W.recommends
May 3, 2024
Site 5 - Hilltop Heaven
Camping in Antelope Valley, CA
Magic Door Stargazer's Retreat is a hidden gem nestled in Antelope Valley, brimming with diverse flora and fauna. During the California poppy bloom season, this place is a sight to behold, though the 2024 season was a bit lackluster in terms of poppy blooms. Nevertheless, I still found joy in spotting those rare golden flowers amidst the desert terrain.
My stay in early May was marked by strong winds, reaching up to 24 miles per hour. Perched atop a hill at Site 5, my tent was buffeted from all directions yet offered stunning 360-degree views. While the desert landscape doesn't offer much shelter, it's a great opportunity to embrace nature's beauty. Be sure to check the weather forecast and avoid windy days.
Getting to the tent sites involves traversing 1.5 miles of dirt roads with some rain washouts, so it's best to have an all-wheel drive vehicle with higher ground clearance. But once you're there, it's paradise for stargazers and astrophotographers. Minimal light pollution makes this place perfect for observing the night sky. Even though the magical door was missing during my visit, the door frame still made for a captivating photo composition.
Overall, my stay at the Magic Door Stargazer's Retreat was wonderful. And Will, the host, was quick to respond and super friendly throughout my stay.
Hosted by Will B.Joined in September 2021
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