The Lost Platform

Me and my girlfriend had no idea what to expect. The road up you’ll definitely need all wheel drive car that can handle deep dips and some rugged off road terrain. Other than that the pictures do not do this place justice. The combination of the hospitality from Shannon, Terra, and Todd, the spiritual surroundings of nature, the Milky Way galaxy and Mother Earth have captured me forever. Speechless. Already planning on the next trip back.

Talk about nights in the hills with you and the stars..this place is amazing.

Shannon has setup a nice little campsite with a platform for your tent or sleeping situation, picnic table, potable water, and a campfire ring(if it's not fire season).

It's a beautiful secluded little spot up the hill with a beautiful view and just serenity. It was the perfect little weekend away.

Great tucked away place to stay! We met Shannon in town so she could escort us to the site the first night and we were glad! The road is a little rough with dips and loose rocks and gravel, so 4WD is absolutely necessary.

The site itself was very nice. Tucked under a giant tree, shelters you from potential rain, but dosen't block your view of the stars and the hills. Up at the site, there is a fire pit, large picnic table, and platform to set up your tent on. A spigot with potable water is nearby which was extremely convenient!

There are wild animals that wander the property so if you wake up early you might get a chance to catch the wild pigs or deer grazing in the area. She had a dog, Max, that loved our little dog and Max followed us most of the time while we were at camp. He became our camping companion. It was also a great place to let our little dog roam and run around.

It was a great getaway from our busy everyday lives. Expect no cell service, millions of stars, and interesting landscapes that the Lost Coast and Mattole Valley has to offer.

Host Shannon was friendly and happy to share her knowledge of the area. Campsite exceeded expectations with marvelous views and solitude. AWD/4x4 is definitely needed to make it up the steep dirt roads. 10/10 would recommend.

Rochelle and Ryan were fantastic hosts and the platform was amazing! Loved our stay and will definitely be returning.

Lost Coast Retreats is such a special place. If you’re looking for somewhere to be truly off the grid, this is it! We felt like we had the whole mountaintop to ourselves and the stars were incredible. I’m already dreaming about going back.

If you're looking for a getaway that celebrates nature in all it's glory, then this is the place for you. My partner and I spent the weekend here and couldn't have been happier to disconnect from our phones and the noise of the city. Not a single car or person to be heard. You absolutely need a 4WD or AWD with clearance to access this site, the drive up is not for the fait of heart! Follow Ryan's directions and you'll find it.

The views were incredible and the platform is big enough to fit a single person or slightly larger tent. Ours didn't quite fit but we made it work for a couple of nights. There's flat ground that down the hill from your tent and still apart of the site so you could also pitch the tent there. However, there wont be shade. There's also an amazing garden just behind the platform (we were told to pick any veggies we wanted) and there's an outhouse close by. Lastly, there's potable water on site.

Our pictures will speak for themselves when it comes to the view. One important thing to note is that you cant drive your car up directly to the platform. You'll have to carry your equipment up a couple of small hills so my suggestion would be to pack light or bring something to help you carry your things.

Great hosts and a great site. We will definitely be back for a longer stay soon!

It's like a dream to stay here. Well worth the drive and trek up the mountain! Yes, I'm confirming like other reviews you must have a 4x4 (can't speak to AWD) to get up here. We rented a 4x4 SUV just for this. You can spend a day on the Lost Coast Trail (hour away), or go an hour east to Humboldt Redwood State Park (<90 mins away). We spent a day relaxing on the property, too. Ryan is so kind-hearted and a caring host. He was happy to give us great tips on how to explore the LCT. We were grateful to disconnect from the toxic internet and online distractions here - I wouldn't change a thing! We met deer, quail, even what we think was a Northern Saw-whet Owl one night, joining us in the glorious oak tree above our tent. This is a camping trip we will always remember and hope to visit again.

Oh my goodness was it hard to leave this spot! The view from the platform is even better in person. The property has several places to hike / explore. Ryan and Rochelle live in a yurt further down the hill from the campsite. They are wonderful hosts, and it was nice to know they were close (although other than arriving and leaving I didn’t hear or see them much). This is truly a spot where you’ll feel alone and in peace to soak up every drop of the beauty all around. Ryan provided great directions to arrive, and even though I had no service and am not the best at directions, I found the spot by following his step by steps. He had a great tip to go a more scenic route to arrive, and also recommended a couple hikes on my way back out. Thank you! While I went alone with my pup, the spot is large enough to hold a big group. Ryan and Rochelle have a truly magical spot and anyone who is able to stay here will be blown away. I am already planning my trip back.