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Rock & Tree
27 sites · RVs, Tents36 acres · Perris, CAIt's so nice to "meet you" Rock & Tree was created by a young and newly married couple, Taryn and and Anson. Anson Krekeler is a folk and blues musician and has traveled all around the U.S. playing his music and I was an aspiring Voice-Over actress. One day, we decided that we wanted to live the rest of our lives hosting live music, and plays and that's how Rock & Tree began. As the idea grew, we wanted to create an Open Canvas so that the guest could dream up what they wanted on our stage. We moved to the Inland Empire from Santa Monica, in 2017 with the dream of building an open canvas event space out of sustainable, re purposed and natural materials. Our mission is help enrich the culture of Perris, CA by providing a unique venue that takes you away from the hustle and bustle and takes you to a wonderland of nature surrounded by rocks and eucalyptus trees.A true passion project, Anson and I are building everything ourselves with the help of our friends and family every now and again. Our process is that we source as much lumber using the dead Eucalyptus trees we have here on the 36 acre property and we are constantly trying to come up with innovative ways to use recycled and donated materials in the venue. We now live on the property in a 24ft camper and we feel so lucky that our dream is slowly becoming a reality. You can follow our journey on our Instagram.
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✴️ Preserve @ Temecula Creek
7 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Aguanga, CAWelcome to The Preserve at Temecula Creek! Our mountain getaway is 40 acres of remote wilderness surrounded on all four sides by Cleveland National Forest and has been set up exclusively to offer a unique and memorable camping experience to our guests.
Sleep under the stars high on a ridge overlooking a valley that runs through the property or set back amongst the native chaparral. The Preserve at Temecula Creek makes for an ideal basecamp for exploring Cleveland National Forest. High Point Truck Trail cuts right through the NE Corner and will take you another 20 miles up through the backcountry with access to great hikes and views to see along the way tot he High Point Fire Lookout and picnic area at the pinnacle of the Palomar Mountains.
We love this land because it is very remote, yet it is accessible and connected. You will have strong LTE cell service (we use Verizon), and are less than 10 minutes up the road from Rancho California Resort with a restaurant, bar, washrooms and a market that sells food, drinks and supplies. Within 30 minutes you can be at two different casinos, at Temecula Valley Wineries, enjoying the nightlife and dining in Old Town Temecula. Within 45 minutes you can be hanging out in the famous SoCal mountain towns of Idyllwild or Julian. Come for the day, stay for the night, or stay a few days. We bought this land to preserve and enjoy it, and would love to have you as our guest.
For additional information that shows both properties and all of our sites click on my host name in HipCamp and drill down from there. If you are a first-time visitor, we’d also encourage you to visit our website pupterra.com to see everything that we offer and join the Pupterra Exploration Club for 10% off all bookings. We also provide information, pictures and videos through our social channels @pupterra and YouTube Page for Pupterra Adventures. We send all guests a virtual welcome packet 48 hours before their reservation that supplements all of the information contained within your booking details and contains videos, maps, nearby hiking trails and local recommendations.
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Birdsong Backcountry Retreat
4 sites · Lodging85 acres · Warner Springs, CACome experience the best that the San Diego backcountry has to offer on our 85 acre private nature retreat with it's miles of trails which take you thru groves of ancient Oaks, a monumental boulders maze, intoxicating sage,
the most incredible sunset vistas and located just a couple miles from the North Mountain Wine Trail. the Pacific Crest Trail and the California Hiking and Riding Trail.
The BLUEBIRD TINY HOUSE
is one of 4 very private unique artisanal accommodations on the property.
This vintage horse trailer was reimagined into a Tiny house by Lane and Laurie as a couples project in 2018 which they completely gutted and remodeled using beautiful natural materials , old fashioned wood cabinetry, handmade ceramic tiles and woven bamboo with fully equipped kitchen, quality linens, fireplace, AC, WIFI, smart TV.
Bluebird Tiny House is tucked into a secluded forest meadow, named for the bluebirds that spend part of the year there and is a spacious feeling 320 sq ft.
The spa-inspired bathroom features a hand-carved, wood vessel sink, eco-dual flush toilet,rain shower, and free-standing soaking tub with oak canopy view.
The 40’ long deck spans the length of the secluded tiny house overlooking the forest to distant mountains and has alfresco dining area and plenty of furniture for cozying as well as hot tub sited for star gazing and firepit seating all within a large fenced yard to keep your fur babies close by.
In addition, we have developed 2 forest therapy trails that will bring your ability to slow down and connect to nature to a whole new level and encourage you to try it using our MP3 forest therapy audio guide..
If you need to accommodate a larger group, check out Pinky's Nature Hideout which has a full kitchen, spacious living room, fenced yard for pets, corn hole, large deck and hot tub sited for star gazing, and firepit seating which overlooks the forest to distant mountains. It sleeps 4 people but the "Lounge" vintage Spartan trailer which is located behind the bunkhouse can be rented to sleep an additional 2 people and is only available to Pinky's guests.
We provide
guests the opportunity to really get away from it all in a untouched forest and chaparral
setting with all the amenities one needs for a comfortable stay.
In addition, we have developed 2 forest therapy trails that will bring your ability to slow down and connect to nature to a whole new level and encourage you to try it using our MP3 audio guide.
Come getaway alone, with friends or family to our sweet little petfriendly glampsite CAMP CHESTER
hidden under the oaks which features a vintage 1949 Canned Ham Tiny Trailer (sleeps 2 in a double and one on couch) , a 10 x 12 safari tent on deck w/queen bed, an outdoor kitchen with dining area and barista bar, bath house with hot water, rain-shower, claw-foot tub , compost toilet looking out to acres of sage and distant mountains and firepit. The owners are artisan builders and seasoned hosts who promise guests privacy and quiet. The camp is totally fenced for the safety of your pets and suitable for up to 6 people but sleeps up to 5 additional person(s) can bring tent.
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It offers guests the opportunity to really get away from it all in a untouched forest and chaparral
setting but offers all the amenities one needs for a comfortable stay.
In addition, we have developed 2 forest therapy trails that will bring your ability to
slow down
and connect to nature
to a whole new level and encourage you to try it using our MP3 audio guide. Camp Chester is a seasonal site and
closed January thru March.
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❇️ Preserve @ Aguanga Ranchos
9 sites · RVs, Tents23 acres · Aguanga, CAWelcome to The Preserve at Aguanga Ranchos! Come enjoy panoramic views across Aguanga Valley directly into the Palomar Mountains and Cleveland National Forest.
This is our second guest property that we set up specifically to create an amazing gathering place for guests to come enjoy nature and decompress. Here you will be set at over 3000ft elevation surrounded by hills and boulders.
Guests will be less than 15 minutes from our original guest property, The Preserve at Temecula Creek, and can be exploring the National Forest by foot, bike or truck after a quick ride over to High Point Truck Trail.
We love this land because it is vert private and remote, yet it is accessible and connected. You will have strong LTE cell service (we use Verizon), and are less than 15 minutes up the road from Rancho California Resort with a restaurant, bar, washrooms and a market that sells food, drinks and supplies. Within 30 minutes you can be at two different casinos, at Temecula Valley Wineries, enjoying the nightlife and dining in Old Town Temecula. Within 45 minutes you can be hanging out in the famous SoCal mountain towns of Idyllwild or Julian. Come for the day, stay for the night, or stay a few days. We bought this land to preserve and enjoy it, and would love to have you as our guest.
For additional information that shows both properties and all of our sites click on my host name in HipCamp and drill down from there. If you are a first-time visitor, we’d also encourage you to visit our website pupterra.com to see everything that we offer and join the Pupterra Exploration Club for 10% off all bookings. We also provide information, pictures and videos through our social channels @pupterra and YouTube Page for Pupterra Adventures.
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The Oasis Senter
40 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres · CAThe Oasis Senter is a lovely 40-acre desert property with a natural mineral hot springs & cooling pond, kitchen, dining areas, multiple bathrooms & showers.
We have something for everyone, with different levels of amenities depending on the listing. The yurt and glamping tents provide beds with sheets and towels. The Tipi tent and shift pod provide simple cots without any linens. Our Dry camping sites require you to bring your own tent/bedding/sleeping bags etc.
There is a kitchen onsite with dishes, pans, cutlery, coffee maker, electric kettle, propane grills and fridge space for guests’ use. There are grocery stores nearby.
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Starlit Canyon Camping
4 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres · CASeclusion, Serenity, and Silence are the best three words to describe this piece of heaven that...
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AntFarm LA
5 sites · Lodging, TentsLos Angeles, CANOTE: THIS IS A PARK AND HIKE-IN TENT-ONLY STAY. You must park by street and hike-up. You will...
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Pool Ranch
4 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents30 acres · CAPool Ranch is for everyone. It's a place for life. A place where humans and nature are supposed...
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Mosaic Springs Resort
4 sites · Lodging1 acre · Desert Hot Springs, CAMOSAIC SPRINGS RESORT
The perfect getaway in the Coachella Valley sun is waiting for you at...
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Panoramic Desert Views
20 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · CAMorongo Valley is nestled between Joshua Tree National Park and Palm Springs.
Situated about 2000 feet higher than the valley floor, it's typically 10-15 degrees cooler here, so we can enjoy the beauty of the desert without completely melting.
Only 20 minutes from Joshua Tree National Park and only 10 from the Big Morongo Canyon Preserve, this property offers a vast assortment of native desert plants, wildlife and GIANT boulders sprawling over 10 well-kept acres. With an amazing view of all of Mount San Jacinto's glory, your own private chunk of land and unbelievable star lit nights, our campsite will not disappoint.
The property is a great jumping off point for any of the many things to do in surrounding area.
Bring your bikes, boots, binoculars and books to reconnect with nature, your friends and with us (if you so choose).
Let us know what you're into and we'll try to give you some inspiration on where to go and what to do.
Super laid back atmosphere with a central communal area if you're feeling social, and plenty of space to keep to yourself too.
We've got a shaded pool table, cornhole boards, a stereo, a cooler and more. Need something? Let us know. Want something? We might have that too
As for us, we've been living in the desert for 30+ years and purchased this property just over a decade ago. We've done countless upgrades over the years and adding campsites to share with you is our latest venture.
Let us know how we can make it even better!
All that we ask is that you respect the environment, our few neighbors and your fellow campers.
*Note: There is about 1/4 mile of dirt road that is 100% passable. Just be aware that it is considerably easier to navigate larger vehicles with a little daylight. Plan accordingly.
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Unique Desert Glamping 2hrs from LA
4 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents10 acres · CAThe Starry Night Skoolie & Campsite offers glamping on our renovated school bus as well as tent...
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Dragonfly Hill Desert Farm
10 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents3 acres · Desert Hot Springs, CAWelcome to DragonflyHill Desert Farm & Wildlife Habitat where you can experience desert magic, starry skies, and natural mineral water. Remote enough for a quiet retreat yet easy to get to and only a short drive to amenities and outdoor adventures! Please read the entire listing description, including our rules and our ever changing Coronavirus (COVID 19) protocols, to assure we’re the right space for you. We welcome guests new to Hipcamp but please take the time to familiarize yourself with the Hipcamp platform. Hipcamp travel is very different from public campgrounds. At DragonflyHill Desert Farm and Wildlife Habitat you will be guests in our home. Please have your profile completed with full verification and payment method with Hipcamp. Message us via the Hipcamp platform with an introductory inquiry and communicate with us throughout your trip planning process from reservation to departure.Camp in your own tent, RV or camper under the starlit desert sky on our beautiful desert farm and wildlife habitat. There are no assigned spaces in our listing on the Hipcamp platform. In this way we can tailor your location to your needs. (Do you want to be near bathrooms or away from other campers? Do you want to be near the main house? What type of space does your trailer need?, etc). Some spaces have fire pits though during high winds and dry seasons, campfires are not allowed. We can provide your RV/camper with water but currently do not have waste disposal. For an extra fee we can offer a 20amp hookup to 3 campsites. For an additional fee, pets are allowed at campsites. We welcome and encourage guests with service and support animals to stay with us. (See rules). All animals must have current vaccination records. We are one mile down a well maintained and navigable dirt road, 20 minutes to Palm Springs, Desert Hot Springs and Palm Desert. We're near the Cabazon outlets, 2 hours to Los Angeles, Disneyland, beaches. There are local wildlife preserves, hiking and outdoor activities. We are half an hour to Joshua Tree and Coachella. We truly are in the middle of nowhere and the center of everything. For folks traveling in winter, we’re considerably warmer than Joshua Tree and the High Desert. Immediate neighbors are small farmers and ranchers. Our land is 130 feet wide by an eighth of a mile deep in a residential neighborhood with lots 2.5-5 acres. We can see and hear our neighbors. Guests wanting a totally isolated experience may want a different listing. DragonflyHill Urban Farm is a working farm in a wilderness area. Guests should check weather forecasts prior to arrival and assure that they have the right equipment. There are occasional heavy rains and frequent high winds. It can get very hot in summer and reach freezing temperatures in winter. Despite our proximity to the freeway and nearby cities, and our location in a residential neighborhood, this is very much a wilderness area. Tent campers should be experienced campers with adequate equipment. We affirmatively welcome children, but as this is a working farm in a wilderness area, parents will need to be vigilant of their child's safety and activity while here.DragonflyHill Collective is a community of artisans, activists, craftspeople and farmers, working together to cultivate community, develop methodologies for living and working together in ever increasing paradigms of social justice and sustainability. Some members of the Dragonfly Team live on the premises at all times and will be here for the duration of your stay. The rest of the team are community members. All Team members work at DragonflyHill Desert Farm and Wildlife Habitat in different capacities, in cooperation and collaboration with each other. There are also community events at the farm, including urban farming though many activities, are just coming back after the pandemic. We hope to offer activities in the Fall. We regret that for the near future, we will not be offering our legendary breakfast. All activities will continue to be held outdoors and social distancing is required. We love to hear about your travels and share our knowledge of our community and Southern California with our guests. It should be noted that we are not a museum community and our collective is not on display. Only 2-3 members of the community are currently responsible for hosting guests. Community members are autonomous and during the pandemic and going forward, much of our community functions virtually. DragonflyHill is a safe and sober space that is disability and LGBTQ affirmative, anti-racist, anti-sexist, anti-imperialist and de-colonialist, because anything else is just a bandaid. Core values of our work include attention to detail, fine craftwork and cultivating community. DragonflyHill Desert Farm and Wildlife Habitat is an emerging space with new features changing regularly. We are not a resort. Expect dry plants and patches during summer and into the fall. As a farm, we may be a bit more rustic than your typical farm to allow for shelter for local wildlife. Our cultivation methods encourage biodiversity and though we are growing food, many of our crops resemble landscaping or natural habitat rather than garden patches. Currently we have habitat viewing areas, an herb garden, an orchard and palm trees. Plant varieties, wildlife and presentation may vary by season. Our farm specializes in herbs, fruit trees, desert and native plants, and edible flowers. We also grow some sprouts and micro greens indoors. We cultivate community and share what we grow with our neighbors and our guests. Guests have shared access to the outdoor kitchen and BBQ area, the orchards, gardens, patios, and grounds of the Desert Farm and Wildlife Habitat, and (for safety reasons) limited access to the pool pond and spa (see all rules). Guests must use designated bathrooms and showers for bathing and bathroom needs. Wildlife is to be respected and unimpeded at all times. Guests may not go into private areas including other guest and residential spaces, work areas and storage areas. The pool pond is filled with local mineral water from our own well. The pool pond is cleaned professionally twice a week & is chlorinated. The pool pond is not cleaned daily and is shared with wildlife. Debris from high winds and wildlife may contribute to the pool pond environment. Currently neither the pool pond nor the spa is heated. We are looking into passive solar heating options that are affordable and sustainable. See our rules for our policies specific to the use of the pool pond area. Local spas and resorts are available for day use and access to their pools and ponds for as little as $10 a day ($5 seniors). We can provide laundry service and space for events and entertaining for a small fee. We speak: English and Spanish. We can communicate somewhat in French, Italian and Portuguese.
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The small city of Dana Point rests on Southern California's beautiful Pacific shores and is quite convenient to the area's big cities. Take I-5 north for an hour to reach Los Angeles. San Diego is an hour south. You also have easy 10-minute access to the beaches of San Clemente. Dana Point Harbor is the area's major draw. Rent a small paddle boat or charter a classic schooner to enjoy the Pacific waters close up. Got kids along for your trip? Make sure you take one of the harbor's memorable whale-watching tours. A six-lane launch ramp area makes it easy to bring your own watercraft. Doheny State Beach is right next door and the place to go if you're into surfing. Bring your board to the busy north side of the beach and get ready to make some friends. Tote your tent down to the south side to find waterside campsites. Note that there are no electrical or water hookups for RVs here. As with most areas in Southern California, Dana Point's weather is ace year-round. Highs stay between a very comfortable 65 to 80 from spring to fall. Even in the winter, low temps stay far from freezing.
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