20 acres hosted by Nina M.
1 lodging site · 1 RV/tent site · 1 RV site · 3 tent sites
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Family-friendly
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Full RV hookups
Electrical, water, and sewage hookups are available at select sites.
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100% Recommend352 ratings · 160 reviews
Macala Orchard offers a serene and scenic camping experience with breathtaking views and ample privacy. The hosts, often praised for their warmth and hospitality, enhance the experience with informative tours and tastings of their olive oil and other products. While the campsite is well-equipped with clean facilities, the walk to the bathroom can be a bit of a hike for some. The combination of nature, comfort, and engaging activities makes this a favorite return spot for many campers.
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Recommends
· May 2025
9 m Class A ·
RV Site - NEW
Incredible experience! The host was wonderful, and the site itself was out of this world. Highly recommended.
Lars B.
1 month on Hipcamp
The camp host David was so welcoming and made it a wonderful experience! The camp site is so much more beautiful in person than the pics can even express. It’s easy access to your car and bathroom, but you feel so secluded in your own little world in this hidden gem among the trees. Gorgeous views from the site and more if you want to explore on a few trails. There’s an outlet and fresh drinking water at the site so you’re not going without. The tent pad was just big enough for my 5-person tent, you couldn’t fit any bigger. Two picnic tables under the trees for shade, a cooking fire stove then a fire pit for s’mores and hotdogs. I can’t wait to go back, a lovely place!
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Lisa H.
2 reviews
What a wonderful world the host has created. From welcoming me the night I arrived to the tour the next day, I enjoyed every second on his adventure land.
I am currently looking for dates to come back for more time.
Everything is really beautiful beyond believe
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Rainer S.
4 years on Hipcamp
The hip camp at Macala Orchard was more than we could have imagined. The staff was amazingly hospitable, from the tour upon arrival, to the attention to detail for our accommodations, we were delighted. Our family enjoyed the views, the knowledge gained about the orchard/vineyard from David, the kindnesses extended to us and getting to purchase the award winning olive oil and jam, bringing a piece of it back home with us. The family was easy to work with and we would do it again in a heartbeat!
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Carey S.
2 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
Tent ·
Site 4 - Oak Trees
I would highly recommend camping here! Our spot (oak grove) was very private and secluded and had a beautiful view of the mountains. The hosts are a down to earth, kind, and genuine couple who will welcome you warmly and make sure you have everything you need. They have several bath houses, each with a toilet, shower, sink, soap, shampoo, bee sting and first aid kits, literally anything you could need. I would highly recommend doing a tasting and trying their olive oil products as well as their jams and jellies, you won’t regret the experience. I will absolutely be returning here soon with friends, it was an awesome experience that was made even better by the most amazing hosts. They are a hardworking couple who are proud of what they have accomplished and it is so interesting to hear about their land, their products, and their family.
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Preston K.
8 months on Hipcamp
We just returned from the most wonderful weekend celebrating our now 7-year-old son's birthday at Villa Macala! The property is so peaceful and beautiful -- boulders, olive and pomegranate orchards, wildflowers (in late April), hummingbirds, blue birds, etc.
Our hosts were so friendly, inviting, and helpful, and we loved their pomegranate juice, fruit jams, and tea.
The brand new bathhouse, just a moment up the path from our site, was clean and full of soaps and other supplies.
We'll be back, for sure, and highly recommend the property (Site 1 - Elderberry Park) in particular for those who want to tent camp.
Milos D.
1 year on Hipcamp
Macala is a truly amazing campsite. The property is very well maintained and the views are outstanding. Nina and the entire staff are accommodating, friendly and considerate. I spent 2 days with my son enjoying peace and quiet. We spent the days exploring the property. I’ve been to Macala 2 times in the past month and can’t wait to get back there again. It’s really fantastic.
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Adam G.
2 reviews
This is an incredible place. Beautiful surroundings. Would definitely go back.
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Adrian L.
5 years on Hipcamp
Macala was absolutely beautiful, our hosts were gracious, and the camping facilities were superior & very clean. The grounds were expansive with various farming endeavors including olive groves, fruit trees, & vinyards. Views of SoCal’s largest mountains surround this farm in the canyons heading into wine country. Highly recommend a trip here, and be sure to take home some of their internationally acclaimed olive oils as well as other delicious offerings.
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Marlene M.
2 months on Hipcamp
Really cool site, friendly host, quick response time. Water and the bathroom were very convenient. Plenty of space and seclusion. Worked well for a group of 7 adults.
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Louis E.
2 months on Hipcamp
Our stay at Villa Macala was great. It was quiet, peaceful and the site was well placed. We had awesome views from the "Bee Box" site. This site had a new table/bench combo, two extra benches, definitely plenty of seating. Our host David was really helpfull during our stay. I definitely recommend this place for someone who wants to get away from the city. Hope to come back another time.
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Mystery M.
3 months on Hipcamp
Loved camping here! Everyone was so welcoming and friendly! Check in was easy and the farm was beautiful! There was only one other group there and the only time we ran into them was waiting for the clean bathroom nearby! There are plenty of spaces to set up the tent and the actual site was huge for 2 people! So much room for a group and activities around the site. Did not want to leave! The boulders provided great privacy from the other campers and everyone was respectful of the noise level. No complaints and can’t wait to return soon! Thank you for your hospitality!
Melissa S.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
Tent ·
Site 4 - Oak Trees
Beautiful views, great hosts, amazing site. Looking forward to going back again soon.
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Tim D.
2 months on Hipcamp
10 stars! 5 for the campsite and 5 for David who backed my RV into the spot! Beautiful views, private space, and great hosts! We’ll definitely be back.
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Tasha D.
1 year on Hipcamp
Macala Orchards is a beautiful Mediterranean-inspired property filled with boulders of every size & shape, olive trees, purple sages, wild rabbits and coyotes yipping. My 13 year old daughter spent most of each days climbing the boulders. We watched birds & ground squirrels. Found a funnel spider. Tried to get close to a rabbit at evening silflay. Did the olive oil tasting (multiple award winners including a best of the world!) which was wonderful & luckily our two favorite oils were available for sale. When we first arrived, the property manager David met us at the gate & did a great orientation. Rich, the patriarch, took us on an inspiring tour of the property, zipping up and down hills in his golf cart. Our tent site was close to their new, bright bathroom, which had a decent-sized hot shower. I was able to park my SUV near the place we chose for the tent. There are lots of spots to park and/or set up one’s tent, s actually. I just chose a spot that was flat, under a tree & near a picnic shelter with a view for my morning coffee time. We didn’t use the bigger bathroom/kitchen area as we didn’t need the microwave, fridge or sink up there. (We are self sufficient that way.) My daughter wants to go back, as do I, but I think for vastly different reasons. She loved the rocks & building the fire. I loved the trees that came from Italian soil & knowing it Italian blood that build everything. Macala Orchards is a place good for the soul.
Kathy C.
4 reviews
Let me start by saying we ABSOLUTELY LOVED Villa Macala Orchards campgrounds. The property is beautiful, majestic and grand. The facilities and campgrounds are immaculately clean. After booking the reservation, Nina then contacted us to provide detailed information and instructions about our stay. Nina is very friendly, considerate and accommodating. Upon our arrival we were met by David who is full of personality, entertaining stories and knowledge of the surrounding environment. He also shared a few of his favorite hiking spots to explore. We were also delighted and impressed by the olive oil tasting that was given to us by Rich, the owner of the property. Rich is very hospitable and inviting. His love for his craft and consideration of his surroundings is endearing. This place is enchanting. We will be coming back for sure. I highly recommend Macala to anyone looking for a truly wonderful experience. We already booked a few more days in April.
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Adam G.
2 reviews
Recommends
· March 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Site 1 - Elderberry Park
Loved staying here, the hosts were very generous and accommodating! We stayed at the elderberry park site. Very tidy and well kept. The site is surrounded by plants, trees and huge boulders, just beautiful. They just put in a new bathroom with a shower and flush toilet. Tankless water heater gives you hot water! There was a small problem but the hosts were on it right away. Would love to stay here again in the future! Thank you Richard, David and Nina
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Danny T.
2 years on Hipcamp
We had such a great time at the Macala villa.
The property is just insanely beautiful and we enjoyed the view in every second.
Especially the two bathrooms were incredibly nice and the host was really helpful.
After only three days we have locked Richard and Genine into our hearts.
We are definitely planning on coming back to this beautiful place.
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Louisa P.
6 reviews
We ended up staying at the Elderberry campsite and it was an absolutely beautiful spot nestled among the big boulders of rural Riverside County. The campground is well maintained with a great bathhouse and the hosts are super friendly and helpful. It was also great to see the olive orchards and other agricultural areas. There is a small playground for kids too which was really nice. We were there in November and it was chilly at night and very pleasant during the day. Very few bugs too, and the cute farm kitties were a nice surprise!
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Matt D.
10 months on Hipcamp
First time visiting and we are in love! Macala Villa is not your ordinary campground where your tent neighbors are a few feet away from you. If you crave serenity, this is the place to camp. Our host Rich and David made us feel like family. They made sure we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. I highly recommend the tour. A lot of thought was put into building up Macala Villa. Every tree planted, every structure built and every path carved was carefully planned (from the heart) to ensure guests will have an enjoyable stay. And the new bathroom/shower built near Campsite 1 is now open and you no longer have to walk up the hill. Our kids are 2.5 and 5 and it was their first time camping. They had a very memorable experience and they are already asking to go back. The online store offered many great olive oils, jams, teas and they were so delicious! We purchased more to bring home. We were also gifted some wine. It was one of the best wine we ever tasted, and it didn’t give me an allergic reaction like some wines do. There are so many exciting developments in Macala Villa and we can’t wait to go back and see how it evolves.
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M L.
10 months on Hipcamp
We had the fortune of having the whole camp ground to ourselves. Very spacious & well equipped. Bathroom & showers are clean and well organized. The location sits among pomegranate & olive orchards with fascinating rock formations. The olive oil & pomegranate juice produce are available for purchase.
Kt T.
2 reviews
So far the best Hip Camp. David the manager of the property and Nina the host were wonderful .. the campsite is beautifully maintained. 10/10
Danni K.
5 reviews
Our family (and also another family) has a great weekend camping at Villa Macala! Specifically at the Elderberry Park camp site. The camp site was perfect for 2 families, with own faucet and even a drinking fountain from their own spring well. The bathroom was more than you can ask for; clean, flush toilet, and even a hot shower. However, the walk to the bathroom was a bit of a hike… not too convenient if nature calls late at night. But other than that, it was a fantastic site and looking forward to going back! Nina was a great host pre-arrival; and David was a perfect host post-arrival. I would definitely recommend the site for anyone looking to go camping!
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Yang K.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2024
Tent · Group trip ·
Site 1 - Elderberry Park
Great land, quiet, good views, secluded, relaxing.
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Greg S.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2024
Tent ·
Site 4 - Oak Trees
Everything was great!
Rich gave us a tour of the property and showed us the different things they were growing on property and also showing us how they make their in house Olive oil. The views and natural shade that we had at our site (the oak trees) were awesome and made it the perfect camping spot.
We will definitely be back.
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Cecilia E.
3 reviews
Recommends
· May 2024
Tent ·
Site 4 - Oak Trees
Highly recommend great location private and beautiful!
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Isaac L.
1 year on Hipcamp
This was our first time using Hipcamp and we were so blown away by our campsite. The bathrooms were super clean, the eating area with the charcoal grill was nice to have, and we loved the tour of the property from the hosts. It was so nice having the campsite all to ourselves and lots of space to explore and walk around. The only minor downside was having to walk to the bathroom but the bathroom was super clean and probably the nicest camp bathroom I've ever been to, so it was well worth it. We're looking forward to coming back!
Thank you David for the tour and to Nina for all the coordination.
Christine N.
1 year on Hipcamp
My friends and I stayed at Villa Macala this past weekend and had the best time! David was our host and made sure we were well taken care of. Our group is still pretty new to camping, so it was nice that everything on the property is so well thought out and has everything you need, but it still feels very private and you can enjoy all of the wildlife and nature. We also signed up for the orchard tour, which ended up being so fun and educational! You can tell how passionate David is about the work they do at the farm, and we got to learn so much about the power of superfoods, sustainability, and even got to purchase some of their products! We will most definitely be back in the future. Thanks again David for everything!!
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Jacqueline W.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2024
Tent ·
Site 1 - Elderberry Park
We enjoyed our weekend camping at Elderberry Park. The property is private, clean, safe and well maintained. Great bonus at site were the views, water, firepit and gazebo. Bath house too in the property! We ordered Pomegranate jelly and Fig jam thru their website and the owner, Genine hand delivered them to our campsite. She also gifted us with their special bottle of Zinfandel, a product of their family old vines. Thank you to Nina, Genine and David for making our anniversary trip more special.
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Art S.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2024
Tent ·
Site 1 - Elderberry Park
Nina’s land was far enough out to get some real solitude, but not too isolated, which was perfect for my first time camping solo. The views are amazing and I loved the olive oil that they sell. I would definitely return!
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Amy B.
1 year on Hipcamp
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Hemet, Riverside, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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