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Diana's Descanso Camp

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· Descanso, San Diego, California
23 acres hosted by Diana C.
1 lodging site · 1 RV/tent site
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We have TWO SITES for camping: 1. A comfortable, 18 foot Tepee/Tipi and/or 2. A TENT/TRAILER/RV site (no hookups) * Water and electrical outlets available for both sites Our ranch, Clark Ranch, was once part of the historic Hulburd Grove Resort. Our barn use to be the riding stables. Enjoy our posted pictures of the OLD DAYS when life was simple, fun and included horses! Our property has 2 separate sites to book: Tipi and Tent/RV site about 25 yards apart. You may book both for 2 families, etc. Descanso means “Place of rest”. Early travelers from San Diego and points east would stay over or rest under the huge shady oak trees that Descanso still offers today along Old Hwy 8. Log on to Hipcamp.com; "Diana's Descanso Camp" for any questions regarding these bookings. I'll be glad to help you! Diana
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191 ratings · 160 reviews
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Gustavo V.recommends
February 18, 2024
Sweetwater Tent/RV Camp
We loved the host and her beautiful ranch with horses, chickens, dogs and cats. Great place to take the kids!
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Brianna H.recommends
November 12, 2023
Sweetwater Tipi Camp
BEST CAMPING EVER!!!
Our stay at Diana's Descanso Camp was truly incredible! Connie made our trip exceptionally warm and welcoming. Immersing ourselves in history, picking apples and cozying up in the tipi made it an unforgettable experience. Highly recommend this place, and I'm already looking forward to returning.
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Shannon A.recommends
October 22, 2023
Sweetwater Tent/RV Camp
Rustic, Beautiful and Peaceful
We loved camping on the Ranch! Ken and Diana are wonderful hosts and were very accommodating. We toured the historic barn, walked along the property, and apple orchard. Also, visited the stallions in their paddocks. Perfect getaway for peace a d quite and to be one with nature.
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James B.recommends
October 16, 2023
Sweetwater Tipi Camp
Descanso is a gem, with natural charm, nice people, views, waterfalls, hikes galore. The TIPI camp was such a nice fit in a wonderful environment with wonderful hosts! The extended camp has an unbelievable history, and it was a great touch to hear and see it in person. The tipi experience was great for the kids to see how native americans have lived for thousands of years, and best of all there was no cell coverage!
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Louise R.recommends
October 15, 2023
Sweetwater Tent/RV Camp
We had a great time camping at Diana's place. It s beautiful and peaceful, very close to cuyamaca state park where we wanted to spend time. The hosts are friendly and welcoming. It does get cold on certain nights (we had one night at 35deg, the other at 60deg) so come prepared.
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Mary Rose L.recommends
August 15, 2023
Sweetwater Tipi Camp
What a gem! A friend and I wanted to get away from the city lights to watch the Perseid Meteor Shower & found Diana’s Hip Camp Site. We wanted to glamp and booked the tipi experience. Loved it! There’s 2 cots, lanterns for mood setting, solar sparkle lights, 2 chairs, a side table, and large smaller table inside. The floor of the tipi is gravel so it would be helpful to bring a picnic blanket if u want to walk around the tipi with no shoes on. On the property, you can play horse shoes, disc golf, walk to the creek, and admire the horses. They have a perfect open field for stargazing. Loved the site amenities: shared bathroom that included a toilet and shower, microwave, picnic tables, chairs, and easy trash disposal. There is a restaurant within a mile away that has live music at night depending on the day of the week. The descanso waterfall is about a 5mi drive away and the hike is roughly .9mi. Pretty easy hike for such a special swimming experience. The water was about 40° but it was refreshing to jump in after walking in 80 degree heat. Initially, we booked the site for the swimming hole access but as we kept exploring the property, it was like a gift that kept giving. The owners, Diana & Ken, are super sweet and helpful. They answered any of our questions and were very approachable. Ken gave us a tour of the ranch and shared with us it’s rich history. Had such a lovely stay and looking forward to coming back to enjoy a weekend at the ranch.
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Descanso, San Diego, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Kumeyaay/Kumiais First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Diana C.Joined in January 2019
Response rate: 80%Response time: Within 12 hours
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