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Cuyama Badlands

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· Cuyama, Santa Barbara, California
164 acres hosted by Songdog Ranch J.
4 lodging sites · 9 Vehicle/Tent sites · 5 tent sites
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Best in California: Finalist
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.
Songdog Ranch is a Star Host
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If you've ever wondered what it might be like to camp on the moon, this is it. Completely removed from civilization and surrounded by a barren nature that is alive with the subtle presence of the universe. Seasonally, Spring wildflowers burst across the landscape. Cave paintings of Chumash Indians remind us of those who lived before us. This is where the deer and the antelope play. Our Carrizo Camp is surrounded by the Carrizo Plains National Monument. This is truly a get away from it all camping. That's it. You, the coyotes and your own private moon. Our Songdog Camps are sparsely scattered atop a 200 foot mesa that looks west over a valley offering stunning desert sunsets. Our Ranch House and Glampsites are available on occasion. This is our home but we love to share our life in the outback. We believe it will give you a better appreciation of life's simpler side. This land was sparsely populated by the Chumash Indian and is evident by the numerous cave painting that remain here in the Caliente mountain. In the era of the California Missions, this land was a part of the Spanish land grants. Currently the property is privately owned and is adjacent to large sections of publicly held lands.
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3950 Ratings · 1743 reviews
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Karissa C.recommends
March 10, 2024
Draw Camp in the Far West
Awesome
Awesome site, nice and green after all the rain. The hosts were super friendly when we crossed paths entering and leaving, but the camping itself was very private. Will definitely try to come back
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Matthew M.recommends
March 10, 2024
Site 3 - Songdog East Campsites.
Best camp site I’ve ever stayed at. Owners are very hospitable.
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Maci C.recommends
March 8, 2024
Songdog Double Fire
Our trip happened to be during a rainstorm, but Songdog Ranch was very accommodating! They were in contact with us the whole time and allowed us to stay at another site out of the mud. They also checked in after to make sure we were okay weathering the storm that night. Couldn’t recommend enough! Especially this being our fourth trip with them.
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Rose H.recommends
February 23, 2024
Site 2 - Songdog West Campsites.
Love the views. The stars are absolutely amazing and the host was so easy to talk to and help me along the way. Highly recommend
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Leah B.recommends
February 19, 2024
Site 3 - Songdog West Campsites.
We LOVED our time at Songdog Ranch and will certainly be back again. The expansive views, perfectly distanced sites, and friendly hosts made for a beautiful camping experience. When we arrived we got a flat tire on our own account (slow leak) and Jen helped immediately without even asking she helped us fill up and was very friendly and helpful throughout the whole process. You can tell her and Jim care about the property and the people that come to it. Wood is available and on site to purchase, picnic tables at each site, and clean porta-potties at camp. 10/10 we will be back!
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Miguel M.recommends
February 18, 2024
Draw Camp in the Far West
Draw Camp West
Beautiful plot of land to campout on. Very well kept grounds and some of the best views you can ask for. Hosts were very welcoming and helpful if any amenities are needed. Definitely Will be returning in the future.
Location
Cuyama, Santa Barbara, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Chumash, Salinan, and Kuyam 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 Songdog Ranch J.Joined in August 2015
Response rate: 100%
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