Does Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch have toilets?

Yes — toilets are available at every site at Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch.

Does Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch have showers?

Yes — showers are available at every site at Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch.

Does Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch have picnic tables?

Yes — picnic tables are available at every site at Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch. Patio Table and 4 chairs.

Does Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch have cooking equipment?

Cooking equipment is available at 15 of 17 sites at Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch.

Does Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch have wifi?

Yes — wifi is available at every site at Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch. We just replaced our old wifi with the new SpaceX Starlink system. It's soooo fast...

Does Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch have trash disposal?

Trash disposal is available at 2 of 17 sites at Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch.

How do you get to the sites at Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch?

2WD accessible. Park at your site.

Are pets allowed at Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch?

Yes — Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch is pet-friendly. Off leash okay at some sites.

Are campfires allowed at Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch?

Fire ban in effect. Campfires are temporarily unavailable due to a fire ban. However, the ban still allows gas firepits, gas BBQs and gas stoves.

What is the check-in process at Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch?

You'll meet and greet with your host Sierra & Darin upon arrival.

What is the cancellation policy at Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch?

Full refund 3 days before check in time starts.

What time is check-in and check-out at Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch?

Check-in at 2pm. Check-out at 12pm. Flexible check-in available at some sites. Late check-out available at some sites.

How far in advance can you book at Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch?

Same-day bookings welcome, up to 12 months ahead.

Is drinking water available at Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch?

No — no potable water at Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch.

Does Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch have laundry?

No — no laundry at Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch.

We loved having our own table and fire pit to enjoy at our campsite.

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Darin took us on a tour of the land before we headed out and of course Bandit had to ride along with us!

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Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch

Hosted by Sierra · Gaviota, California

17 sites · RV, Tent, Lodging · 43 acres

99%

1040 reviews

Best Hipcamps in California

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2025.

Near Channel Islands National Park

Within a 60-minute drive from the Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center.

Great for groups

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for larger groups.

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Howdy, campers, Welcome to our rustic resort. We look forward to hosting you. We place campers on a first come first serve bases. Larger groups and campers booking more than one night take priority. Feel free to ask any questions, we will get back to you ASAP. Answers to the most common questions below... Yes, we an outdoor shower at cactus flower beach (our version of a beach with cold dunk tubs, shade trees, day bed cabaña and lounge chairs for when it's hot.) Yes, you can use a propane camp stove or cook at our common area bbq in front of the barn where we light a real wood fire for campers to socialize with us, other campers and visit our speakeasy. Yes, we provide propane for the propane fire pits. Yes, your dog can run off-leash. Yes, each site has a picnic table, umbrella, propane fire pit. Most sites have a hammock and hammock stand. Please pack your trash out there is a dumpster at the front gate entrance/exit for your trash. You can support our farm by buying eggs, hats, stickers, and other items, all for sale in the barn. Sincerely, Sierra, Darin, and The Freedog Crew! By booking and agreeing to camp, you accept the waiver and release of liability, without a wet signature. The Entire Waiver can be found under the "Rules" section of our listing.

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RV/tent sites (dispersed)

14 sites

2. Camp Out @ Freedog Farms

99%

(1181)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 30 · Vehicles under 32 ft

No campfires

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

Lodging

3 sites

1. Vintage Trailer @ Freedog Farms

98%

(64)

Vintage trailer · Sleeps 4 · 2 beds

Campout in a beautifully renovated vintage trailer. Bring your own bedding or sleeping bags and pillows. There is a full size bed in the front of the Airstream comfortable for 1 or two under 6 ft tall people. The dining table folds down into a table comfortable for shorter humans or children. This trailer is set up for DRY camping. The lights run of solar and their is a porta potty about 100 feet from the trialer. The refrigerator is to store non perishables (bring a cooler and ice) also consider bringing a camp stove to cook on or cook at the barn communal area where we have BBQs to use. You may also cook over the Propane Fire Pit anything on a skewer over the flames or pots and pans on the flames... Feel free to ask any questions, we will get back to you ASAP. Before you ask: Yes, we have two outdoor showers. Yes, you can use a propane camp stove or cook at our common area bbq in front of the barn where we light a real wood fire for campers to socialize with us, other campers and visit our speakeasy. Yes, we provide propane for the propane fire pits. Yes, your dog can run off-leash. Yes, each site has a picnic table, umbrella, propane fire pit. Most sites have a hammock and hammock stand. Please pack your trash out there is a dumpster at the front gate entrance/exit for your trash. Please close your umbrella when your not at the site, especially when it's windy. We have lost far to many very expensive solar light umbrellas due to the wind when it picks up. Please support our farm by buying eggs, hats, stickers, and other items, all for sale in the barn. We look forward to hosting you. Sincerely, Sierra, Darin, and The Freedog Crew! By booking and agreeing to camp, you accept the waiver and release of liability, without a wet signature. The Entire Waiver can be found under the "Rules" section of our listing.

No campfires

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

Showers

Picnic table

1. Camp In A 1984 VW Westfalia

100%

(2)

Van/bus · Sleeps 4 · 2 beds

I love this van so much! I drive it once a week to keep it moving. It sleeps two adults comfortably up top. The bench seat folds down for more sleeping. Ideally this is great for just two people. It is vintage with new beautiful upholster and curtains. Bring all your own bedding and pillows. The fridge is good for dry storage. Bring your own water and a wash tub for washing dishes outside, etc. etc. I am open to selling it for the right price. A new paint job would be nice but If I sell it someone may want to paint it a different color. If I could get 50k and discount 5k for paint so 45k I might consider selling it. Moe about camping with us... We removed our 10-paragraph description, our reviews and photos say it all. Feel free to ask any questions, we will get back to you ASAP. Before you ask: Yes, we have two outdoor showers. Yes, you can use a propane camp stove or cook at our common area bbq in front of the barn where we light a real wood fire for campers to socialize with us, other campers and visit our speakeasy. Yes, we provide propane for the propane fire pits. Yes, your dog can run off-leash. Yes, each site has a picnic table, umbrella, propane fire pit. Most sites have a hammock and hammock stand. Please pack your trash out there is a dumpster at the front gate entrance/exit for your trash. Please close your umbrella when your not at the site, especially when it's windy. We have lost far to many very expensive solar light umbrellas due to the wind when it picks up. Please support our farm by buying eggs, hats, stickers, and other items, all for sale in the barn. We look forward to hosting you. Sincerely, Sierra, Darin, and The Freedog Crew! By booking and agreeing to camp, you accept the waiver and release of liability, without a wet signature. The Entire Waiver can be found under the "Rules" section of our listing.

No campfires

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

Showers

Picnic table

Camp In Our Mini Winnie

Onsite RV/trailer · Sleeps 2 · 1 bed

Howdy, campers, This is Darin's passion project! Completely renovated interior to look vintage. New brakes, low miles. A real attention getter. Super fun! (the van pictures are from a different site I can't remove them from this posting) Bring all your own bedding and pillows. The fridge is good for dry storage. Bring your own water and a wash tub for washing dishes outside, etc. etc. I might be able to talk Darin into selling it. Asking 50k or best offer. More about camping with us... We removed our 10-paragraph description, our reviews and photos say it all. Feel free to ask any questions, we will get back to you ASAP. Before you ask: Yes, we have two outdoor showers. Yes, you can use a propane camp stove or cook at our common area bbq in front of the barn where we light a real wood fire for campers to socialize with us, other campers and visit our speakeasy. Yes, we provide propane for the propane fire pits. Yes, your dog can run off-leash. Yes, each site has a picnic table, umbrella, propane fire pit. Most sites have a hammock and hammock stand. Please pack your trash out there is a dumpster at the front gate entrance/exit for your trash. Please close your umbrella when your not at the site, especially when it's windy. We have lost far to many very expensive solar light umbrellas due to the wind when it picks up. Please support our farm by buying eggs, hats, stickers, and other items, all for sale in the barn. We look forward to hosting you. Sincerely, Sierra, Darin, and The Freedog Crew!

No campfires

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

Showers

Picnic table

Reviews

99%· 1.3K reviews

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Freedog Farms, hosted by Darin and Sierra, offers a camping experience that feels like a warm gathering of friends on a sprawling ranch. Reviewers consistently praised the welcoming atmosphere, the thoughtful amenities like propane fire pits and hammocks, and the stunning views of rolling hills. While the property is large enough to host multiple events simultaneously, it maintains a sense of seclusion and peace, allowing guests to find their own perfect balance of socializing and solitude. Overall, the sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with visitors highlighting the genuine hospitality and the memorable experiences they had during their stay.
Danielle P.
Camped in a 20 ft campervan at 2. Camp Out @ Freedog Farms, Oct 2026.
Recommends
I had a great time camping at hip camp with my dog Bozeman. The hosts were super friendly and showed me a great time. Rare to find a place like this! I would definitely come back.
Ryan B.
Tent camped at 2. Camp Out @ Freedog Farms, Oct 2026.
Recommends
Darin and Sierra at Freedog are amazing! The property is gorgeous and spacious. It’s such a cool set up. Can’t wait to get back there with a bigger group and discover more of the camps’ beauty. Thanks Darin / Sierra!
Joel M.
Tent camped at 2. Camp Out @ Freedog Farms with pets, Oct 2026.
Recommends
We Came for Camping. We Accidentally Joined the Neighborhood. 😂 If you’re looking for a quiet little patch of dirt to pitch a tent and stare at a tree, Freedog Farms can do that. But if you’re lucky, you might also stumble into a wedding after-party, a 40th birthday rave, and a gathering of 70+ cyclists, all in the same weekend. And somehow, it all works! My family and dog had an absolutely amazing time at Freedog Farms. Darin and Sierra are the kind of hosts who make you feel like you’ve been friends since high school, except now your friends own a ridiculously cool 50-acre ranch and invite you to hang out whenever you want. Upon arrival, you’re greeted with a welcome drink of your choice, given a tour of the rustic ranch, introduced to the goats and chickens, shown the cactus flower beach and cold dunk tubs, and then whisked away on a UTV ride to find your perfect campsite. Basically, the check-in process has more personality than most resorts. The ranch has everything from secluded hilltop campsites with incredible views to wide-open spaces that can accommodate family reunions, weddings, parties, and just about anything else you can dream up. Our site was fantastic, complete with a propane fire pit, hammock, table, and a lighted umbrella. We had beautiful views of the rolling hills, and a clean porta-potty conveniently nearby. Glamping? Maybe not. Glamping with character? Absolutely. Here’s the funny part: despite all the events happening that weekend, the ranch is so expansive that everyone has room to do their own thing. Even better, the people attending those events were friendly, welcoming, and happy to invite us to join them. And, naturally, we accepted. Multiple times. We may have arrived as campers, but we apparently have a talent for becoming honorary guests at other people’s parties. We also loved exploring the trails, watching our daughter and dog run around, and visiting Darrell’s Refuge, the beautiful cabin and deck Darin built in memory of his late brother. That spot adds a meaningful, personal touch to the ranch and tells you something about the heart behind this place. Freedog Farms is clearly a labor of love. Every detail reflects the time, creativity, and care Darin and Sierra have poured into making this place special. We’re already planning our return. The only problem? Our next visit may require a longer stay, because apparently we’re terrible at simply showing up, camping, and leaving. Thank you, Darin and Sierra, for an unforgettable weekend. Five stars, happy campers, and one very happy dog. See you again soon!

Amenities

Fire pitsTemporarily unavailable due to a fire ban
Portable toilets
ShowersHot water
Picnic tables
Wifi
Trash disposalAt some sites · Trash bin
Cooking equipmentAt some sites · Communal, Private, Stovetop or hot plate, Cookware, Cooking utensils, Sink or other dishwashing station, Grill over firepit, BBQ
No potable water
No electricity hookup
No water hookup
No laundry
No hot tub
No playground

Things to know

2WD accessiblePark at your site.
Pet-friendlyOff leash okay at some sites.
Fire ban in effectCampfires are temporarily unavailable due to a fire ban. However, the ban still allows gas firepits, gas BBQs and gas stoves.
Check-in processYou'll meet and greet with your host Sierra & Darin upon arrival.
Cancellation policyFull refund 3 days before check in time starts.
Check-in and check-outCheck-in at 2pm. Check-out at 12pm. Flexible check-in available at some sites. Late check-out available at some sites.
Booking windowSame-day bookings welcome, up to 12 months ahead.

Extras

Cold Dunks & Hot Outdoor Shower$0.00 per itemAt select sitesWe have huge aluminum cowboy cold dunk tubs available at what we lovingly/jokingly refer to as our very own “Cactus Flower Beach,” which is not a real beach… It feels like a beach because we’ve decked it out with lounge chairs, a daybed cabana, 150K pounds of sand and tiki-hut umbrellas. It’s really fun to hang out there when it’s hot under the shade of the pepper trees. NOTE: The Outdoor Shower screening is a tad see-through. If your shy, wear a bathing suit. Please limit showers to 3-5 minutes max. Mineral Water Definition: Water from a mineral spring or well (i.e. our well) that contains various minerals, such as salts and sulfur compounds.
Feed the Chickens and Goats$0.00 per itemAt select sitesFeel free to feed the goats and chickens your vegetable scraps and or bring them a treat they love full heads of cabbage, lettuce, cantaloupe, and watermelon and your scraps.
Message in a Bottle Time Capsule $0.00 per itemAt select sitesWe are nearly done with our wine bottle time capsule house. Just need to finish the roof and start adding messages in the bottles. Pen and paper not included.
Naps at Our Napping Stations$0.00 per itemAt select sitesWe have hammocks at almost every improved site and in the Common Area by the barn, and at Cactus Flower Beach. Feel free to drag them into the sun or under the shade and take advantage of a nice afternoon siesta. NOTE: “Cactus Flower Beach,” which is not a real beach… It feels like a beach because we’ve decked it out with lounge chairs, a daybed cabana, a hamock and 150K pounds of sand and tiki-hut umbrellas. It’s really fun to hang out there when it’s hot under the shade of the pepper trees.
Feed the Chickens$0.00 per itemAt select sitesFeel free to give the chickens all your veggie scraps. They will come running when you throw the scrapes over the fence or let your self into the coop and try to hand-feed them.
The Backroom$0.00 per personAt select sitesVisit our speakeasy in Solvang — tell them Darin and Sierra sent you. They might charge a $5 day pass. Craft beer is for sale in the retail portion of the speakeasy. Knock on the bookshelf in the back.
Motley Crew Marketplace Buellton$0.00 per personAt select sitesBefore heading out to camp with us, stop by Mötley Crew Marketplace in Buellton, your one-stop shop for the finest local meats, fresh fish, and produce around. While you’re there, you might even meet a furry friend from their on-site dog rescue looking for a loving home! Tell them Darin and Sierra from Freedog Farms sent you!
Visit Highline Adventures Buellton $0.00 per personAt select sitesVisit highline adventures .com to book your tour. Discount code to be provided. Zipline Tours, Skynet Playground for all ages, adventure Park in the trees, 4x4 Bronco Tours, Protea Tours, Hike and Fly Zipline Tour, and Moonlight Zipline.

Location

Gaviota, Santa Barbara County, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking