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Diamond Gulch

CLOSE TO YOSEMITE! Explore the mines and hang out on our Groveland, California ranch! We are 35 minutes to the main gate of Yosemite National Park. A great place to stay just outside of the park. 

We have 824 acres on a beautiful cattle ranch with two small ponds. On our property, you'll find frogs, turtles, oak trees, pine trees and stunning views of Yosemite. 

We have several campsites to choose from including RV camping, tent camping, and a glamping tent. Pets are welcome. Campfires are permitted as long as there is no fire ban. Potable water and toilet are available onsite.

There's a golf course less than a mile away. We are also very close to town. In just a few minutes, you can drive to our local grocery store and pizza parlour. 

We are a 10-minute drive to Pine Mountain Lake.  Beautiful Pine Mountain Lake offers golfing, dining, horseback riding, water sports and an airport.

When you come to the ranch it feels like you are hundreds of miles away from civilization, but still close to everything you need. It is incredibly peaceful!

This is a great place for someone who wants to escape city life and enjoy the tranquillity of nature.

Much of the ranch is open wilderness for you to explore, and it's not uncommon to see deer, frogs, turtles, quail, turkeys, or other countless species of birds.

Diamond Gulch Camp is the perfect place to relax if you’re a photographer, artist, family or a group of friends looking for a place to camp near Yosemite.

A small portion of the property was used as a gold mine years ago, and you may find remnants of old home sites if you go exploring. We're not far from Wards Ferry Road, Groveland, Lake Don Pedro and other interesting places.

Cosumnes River Ranch

We are a family owned/operated ranch, located along the Cosumnes River, one of the last un-dammed rivers in California.
 As one of the last rivers flowing from the west slope of the Sierra without a major dam, the Cosumnes is a vital example of a healthy watershed.

Our goal is to offer a unique outdoor experience for anyone looking for a place to spend time in the great outdoors.
Whether you're looking for a single campsite, or a place for a larger gathering, we're excited to have you visit!

Take your pick of activities available on site: swimming , gold panning, fishing, camp fires, wildlife watching, floating, hiking, and mountain biking to name a few. There are 3 miles of river to explore.

Private and noise free. Porta potties on site.

The nice picnic table, fire pit, and cabin (#2)

Cooking equipment

The Painted Lake

Kayaks & Eggs provided. Explore BLM and Reclamation land along the shores of New Melones reservoir near Angels Camp. Horses, goats, sheep , and chickens await you on every fence line you come to. Kayak on the waters below us as you camp on our vineyard fenced 20 acre private scenery. Our land is surrounded by 100’s of acres of lake front - public Federal lands surrounded by our private acreage .

3 Bridges on Love Creek

Guests who stay here describe it as a magical experience to be on this 2.5-acre forest retreat with a year-round spring fed creek running through it. 

Camp sites are beautifully groomed pads with 6’x 8’ walk in tent cabins. Views onto Love Creek and into the lush canyon are accompanied by the sound of falling water.

An outdoor bathroom with shower is available for our guests on the property.

If needed, a storage area for your food is available.

At dusk, the artful solar lighting awakens.

 Surrounded by the vast forest acreage makes this into a unique Off-Grid Island enclave.

 Its proximity to HWY-4, just 5 paved minutes away, with a 'Day'O' coffee shop at the corner and the fantastic Red Apple bakery with its daily fresh baked goods down the road gives your off-grid experience, choices. The Arnold supermarket is a short 8-minute drive and 70+ tasting rooms with excellent restaurants and shopping just 13 minutes away in Murphys. Big Trees State Park with its wonderful Sequoia groves is a 10-minute drive. For a swim choose one of the many mountain lakes like Utica reservoir, Lake Alpine or close by White Pines Lake just 5 miles away.

We are only 1 mile from the end of the pavement and hundreds of gravel road miles. Attention mountain bikers, Jeepers and electric bicyclers.

Cosumnes River Somerset Camp

This land was home to the Miwok, then European and Chinese miners, then a cattle rancher. It was also home to a former nun who quit the dominican order to purchase this land for inner city kids to have a chance to ride, swim, hike and fish. We moved here in 2017 and purchased this land with the main goal to raise our large family here, but we have found that good things must be shared!  There is NOTHING like being in the wilderness of this area for a good re-centering of the soul! We have found it to be a true blessing for our family, and we hope you can experience this blessing as we share this space with you. 

We feel certain you will not be disappointed with this beautiful river canyon. Our property is situated right on the middle fork cosumnes river. We have  2 sleeping cabins and several tent sites  (can be rented separately). The cabins offer a rustic/minimalist type vibe - bring your own bedding/pillows to sleep on the comfy futon. A table and chairs are provided for the cabins. Tent sites have a wood table (bring your camp chairs) and a fire pit when the season is open for burning. The swimming is awesome and the stars at night will put you into a state of awe!  Many family owned wineries in the area, most of them offering free tasting. It’s a short drive to Tahoe and the Marshall gold discovery site as well as the historic hangtown Placerville. The recent Caldor Fire was VERY close to our property and a back burn was initiated nearby the cabins. It is still as beautiful as ever but please know there are lots of slash piles. Falling trees and burned up stump holes are also a risk and it is presumed campers will be cautious and use at their own risk. Please don't hesitate to shoot us a message if you have any questions!

I loved how the safari tent was nestled amongst the trees! The fairy lights provide a dreamy experience! 

Camp 🏕 Gold Dust Vineyard

A six acre organic vineyard  & natural winery on 21 acres awaits you at Gold Dust Vineyard.  A working natural winery and cidery, come enjoy a glass, relax in the breezes at 2’700 feet.  Decomposed granite soils and high elevation make for sweeping views and even better natural wine and cider! 

We welcome guests year round!

Surrounded by nature, there is so much to do! 

Up in the Foothills, we experience all four seasons!  

Come relax☮️

March - May

🌸Don’t miss the wildflowers & babbling brooks, steams & rivers 

June - September 

🏞Swimming in the Consumnes River or paddle boarding at Jenkinson Lake

September - December

🍂🍁Fall foliage, wine harvest,  apple picking and alpaca petting

December - March

 ❄️⛷Snowy hikes, mushroom hunting and quick trips to South Lake Tahoe

We accept reservations for wine and cider tastings and typically host guests between the hours of 11 am and 5 pm.  

Occasionally, during very hot and busy holiday weekends, we will host an evening tasting.  

Please note, we are a mom and pop shop with just two of us and our young son running the show.  We live on site in a tiny house and use the tasting area as our 'back yard' during off hours.  We ask that guests please respect our area and off hours requests.  We do not permit live fires or generators.

Overview of the campsite! This consists of a few lounge chairs, fire ring, hammock and the tent close by!

Spacious area for wine tasting! It also overlooks the entire vineyard!

Afternoon light makes this glamping tent feel homey and welcoming

Camp Nauvoo

Camp Nauvoo was originally bought by the LDS church in the 1960's for a girl's camp.  The camp was owned by the Boy Scouts from 2011-2015.  The Rose family bought the property in 2016 with the intent to continue the tradition of tent camping as well as creating opportunities for exclusive events i.e., group/family reunions, weddings and corporate events.  

We are a small privately owned small campground (20 sites only) located on the outskirts of Placerville. The property features 86.5 secluded Tahoe like acres with beautiful year-round Weber Creek. The camp sites are placed along the creek or the bluff overlooking the creek. We have traditional dirt camping, canvas tents on platforms, teepees and glamping tents for those that want the comforts of home.  We are tent camping only with only one site that allows a small travel trailer or van. (#14) .  We are dog friendly and allow dogs in all but 5 glamping sites.  We do enforce camp rules especially our quiet time between 10 PM and 7 AM (please review).

We’ve been told that we have a “family camp” vibe.  We are a great place for families wanting a safe environment for their kids but also several group sites for those that want to hang out together with multiple families.  We are also a great base site for those wilderness enthusiasts with access to all the El Dorado National Forest including Desolation but want a hot shower at the end of the day.  

We have a lodge that is stocked with games and a ping pong table.  The lodge has a microwave, Keurig machine and a hot water kettle for those hot drinks (BYO Cups).We have several tables set up for those that want to eat inside as well as multiple picnic tables along the side of the lodge with overhead protection.  We have electricity at the at the lodge for small appliances and charging phones.  We have a compressor on site to blow up your air mattresses or float toys.  We’ve been told that our bathrooms are the “cleanest” ever and have changing tables and diaper pails.  We offer nice flushing toilets and hot showers!    We have many extra amenities including a compressor to use for your air mattresses, 

For outdoor activities we have basketball, volleyball, pickleball and cornhole not to mention the playground with swing sets, seesaw and tractor play.  We have hiking trails throughout the property.  Our highlight is a camp fire bowl with bench seating with a stage to display camper talent which is perfect for the evening fire and roasting s’mores (bring the fixings).

The creek starts out in spring looking like a rushing river featuring many fishing and swimming holes.  As the summer progresses the water level falls but is still great for water play and fishing.  

We have propane BBQs (we provide the propane for BBQs) located throughout the property.  We also have a propane grill and charcoal BBQ located in the common area for all to use.  There is a dutch oven pit also in the fire bowl area.  

We do not allow wood fires at the individual sites but each site has a propane firepit for ambiance (not cooking) that requires you to purchase a 20 lb. propane cannister on site (add in extras) or pay cash on site.  

No internet service.  There is limited internet only available for purchases at the setore.

We require a 3 night minimum for the major holidays - Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day.  We do not do checkins on Sunday but do allow camping over Sunday night.  We do exclusive events so you may need to explore multiple weekends to find the right reservation. 

We are located in the foothills so we are a short hop to many local attractions that include river rafting, gold mines, wineries and historical towns with great eating establishments.  Tahoe is less than an hour away and there a many hiking trails within 20-30 minutes.

We have a limited number of items to rent i.e, tents, cots, camp stoves, etc.  We rent a battery pack for those that use a cpap.  We also have a small store on site for those items you forgot and a good selection of ice cream and ice.   We take venmo or cash.

CHECKIN IS BETWEEN 4 AND 8.  IF YOU ARE COMING FROM THE BAY ALLOW 4 HOURS - YOU MUST LEAVE BY 3:00 IN ORDER TO ARRIVE DURING CHECKIN.  IF YOU GET DELAYED, FOR THE CONSIDERATION OF THE OTHER CAMPERS YOU MAY CONSIDER WAITING AND ARRIVING THE NEXT MORNING.  THERE ARE NO CHECKINS AFTER 9:00.

There's a whole lot of trouble right thetre

A few of the details on the inside are what make the difference

A deck, a gas firepit, and a couple lounge chairs. Not to mention the classic camping picnic table

Brushing up on the all-important rules is a must

GaiaTree Sanctuary

Welcome to GaiaTree Sanctuary. We are a small organic farm and retreat center on 10 acres in the beautiful foothills of the Sierras. Enjoy a personal retreat in nature, a farm and garden tour, a dip in the swimming pond, or listen to the birds from our yoga deck. 
We have lovely outdoor showers, elegant composting toilets, 2 cute treehouses, rustic camping and Glamping options to choose from. There’s also a short hike to a 360 view accessible from our land! 

Reclaimed materials never looked so good. 

Wondernut Farm

Wondernut Farm is an upstart, entirely off grid, working farm-stead being built from the ground up. We breed milking goats and sheep, heritage pigs, and are in the process of converting to a grade A dairy and creamery! We use organic practices, management intensive rotational grazing, and dryland pasture management. We sell our animals locally so that others can have their own milking and meat animals. Our 110 year old hay barn and the roof of the former lumber mill were all we had to work with in getting off the ground.

Being first and foremost a functional farm, we can't help but offer a somewhat warts-and-all look into everything it takes to be working to our goals. Our hearts are, and always will be, educational and local community focused, and we work closely with farmers and friends alike in better understanding our innovative animal husbandry, power, pasture and water systems. Whenever we have time, we'll afford the same time and opportunities to interested hip-campers.

Our location is stunning and historic, and the beauty of the wild, natural landscape is powerful, yet offers easy access to both Yosemite Valley and the San Francisco Bay area. The area features excellent road and mountain biking in the immediate vicinity, vast access to hiking and backpacking trails, a huge variety of rock climbing in the area, the best whitewater rafting in California on the Tuolumne River, with some tasty places to eat or drink coffee in the nearby town of Groveland, just 10 minutes away.

Accommodations at the farm are certainly rustic, and private but not secluded, with occasionally heavily project-exploded shared kitchen and living space, showers, and airy flush toilets.

Do be advised that animals are pooping, hammers are hammering, sometimes we need to look into a health or animal injury related issue. Sometimes there is blood in an animal birth or slaughter, and our working guardian dogs have been known to be noisy some nights. Water and electricity are both very limited (though we reuse all our water), waste must be carefully sorted into a number of different categories, and there is always evidence of ump-teen projects unfolding at once. The most difficult condition during much of the summer are nuisance flies, which are always gone at night. We have almost no mosquitoes or ticks.

Depending on the exact situation and time of year, guests may have the opportunities to snuggle with baby animals and run our herd to or from pasture, and maybe even get their hands dirty picking veggies in the garden.

The Treehouse has more functional room than one would think.

There are lots of shelves and hooks to get yourself situated and cozy upon arrival.

A sneak peak of the Treehouse after poking through the canopy

Most of the wall and floor are made from reclaimed bowling alley floors!

The best is ingeniously suspended using retired climbing gear.  I call it a hoverbed

It's hard not to be charmed by the idea and wowed by the ingenuity.

Little Arnold A-Frame

Arnold is well-located for a weekend getaway (~2.5 hours from the East Bay and ~3 hours from SF) and as a convenient base for your adventures in the Sierras. If you haven't been to Arnold and Gold Country, there is so much to explore! 

The cabin is on a small parcel in a quiet neighborhood, removed but close to town. We're just a 5-minute walk to the Arnold Rim Trail (with 30+ miles of hiking), 10-minute drive to Big Trees State Park, 15 minutes to the town of Murphys (great wineries, pubs and dining), 40 minutes to Bear Valley Ski Resort, 10 minutes to White Pines Lake, 45 minutes to Lake Alpine. We’re happy to recommend our favorite spots for hiking and swimming. If your trip is taking you farther afield, we’re 2 hours from Yosemite, and 2.5 hours from Lake Tahoe via the less-traveled Highway 4 in warmer months. Or you can can always just relax with a view in the cabin.

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Our classic 1970s A-frame cabin offers a simple space of retreat with lovely light, view of the trees and uncluttered decor. Great for couples and also solo travelers! Please note there is a 2 night minimum on weekends (if overlaps with a Fri or Sat) and a 3 night minimum for holiday weekends.

We're well-located for a weekend getaway (~2.5 hours from the East Bay and ~3 hours from SF) and as a base for your adventures in the Sierras. There's lots to explore nearby with Big Trees State Park and Stanislaus National Forest within minutes, lakes, skiing, mountain towns and wine-tasting, or just relax at the cabin and take in the view. 

The cabin is on a small parcel in a quiet neighborhood, removed but close to town. We're a 5-minute walk to the Stanislaus National Forest/Arnold Rim Trail (we provide a custom map for nearby hikes), 10-minute drive to Big Trees State Park, 15 minutes to the town of Murphys (great wineries, pubs and dining), 40 minutes to Bear Valley Ski Resort, 10 minutes to White Pines Lake, 45 minutes to Lake Alpine and Utica and Union lakes. We’re happy to recommend our favorite spots for hiking and swimming. If your trip is taking you farther afield, we’re ~2 hours from Yosemite's Big Oak Flat entrance, and 2.5 hours from Lake Tahoe via the less-traveled Highway 4 in warmer months. 

We do our best here to strike a balance between simple amenities and comfort. A reminder that we are in the country, so the cabin is best suited to those who like a more rustic getaway.

There is no AC, television, or microwave. We've gone without a TV and landline, but WiFi means you can stream to your own devices and make WiFi calls on your cell. We have loads of board games and puzzles. 

The kitchen has pots/pans/kettle, toaster, mini waffle iron, Brita pitcher, and rice cooker. For coffee drinkers, we have a coffee grinder, french press and pour over dripper.  Help yourself to organic coffee and tea!

The cabin is mainly heated by a gas fireplace (looks like a wood stove, but does not need wood). We recommend bringing layers and slippers in the winter while the cabin warms up. Like most cabins in the area, there is no AC, but we provide room fans. Cell reception is unreliable throughout the Sierras except for Verizon, however at the cabin, WiFi calls are available through all carriers --to make calls, enable the setting on your cell phone.

The cabin comfortably fits 4 people, with 1 bedroom, a sleeping loft (no door) and 1.5 bathrooms. The downstairs bedroom has a queen bed, and the loft has a full-size mattress and its own half bathroom.

We have a flat parking pad instead of a driveway, which makes things easier in the winter months.

The rental rate covers a professional cleaning fee and linens and towels! Guests will need to take their garbage and recycling with them to the local refuse center which is on the way out.

The A-Frame has big windows and wonderful light year round.

The Foxes  Family Farm

Welcome to The Foxes Family Farm! Our property is situated on 5 beautiful acres and we offer private campsites that provide the ultimate in seclusion and relaxation.

We have multiple tent/RV sites that come complete with 30 amp power, water, and septic facilities, ensuring a comfortable stay for you and your motorhome. We also have a cabin available that sleeps 4 people and comes with A/C! 

No need to worry about laundry during your stay, as we have a washer and dryer available onsite. Additionally, we've crafted a delightful shower, toilet, and laundry room, equipped with all the amenities you'd need for a refreshing and comfortable experience. The hot water shower is available for a small fee of $3, and we've even provided shampoo and conditioner for your convenience.

We also have potable water available through our pump or well. 

We understand that your furry friends are part of the family, so we happily welcome pets to our property. Let them explore and enjoy the great outdoors alongside you.

As the sun sets and the night sky blankets the surroundings, you'll have the opportunity to gather around a crackling campfire. Enjoy the warmth, roast marshmallows, and create lasting memories. Please note that campfires are allowed unless there's a fire ban in effect, ensuring everyone's safety.

Located just a 35-minute drive from Sacramento, our property offers the perfect blend of tranquility and accessibility. Explore the city's vibrant attractions, then return to our peaceful retreat to unwind and rejuvenate.



Front porch in the evening is shady and has a cool breeze

Looking South from our spot on the lawn.
(Yes, those are stars!)

Here is a beautiful bird’s eye view of the property. The RV trailer has been parked in front of the first barn in the photo. 

Imagine the Possibilities @ RBR

Rolling Brook Ranch is located less than 2.6 miles from beautiful downtown Murphys and the Historic Murphys Hotel. Nestled in a mountain setting, the campsite sits next to a beautiful seasonal creek that spans the length of the property. The property has gorgeous views and an abundance of wildlife, peace and quiet. Everyone is welcome here @ Rolling Brook Ranch (RBR). Feel free to roam the property at your leisure, exploring the creek, the pastures, chicken coop, or explore the mountain that is across the creek. Mercer Caverns is one mile away from the property, plus many local hiking trails, lakes, streams, fishing. Big Trees National Park is a close drive away. Downtown Murphys offers shopping, wine tasting, and dining to meet any palate. These, plus many other possibilities await you when you book your stay at the Rolling Brook Ranch (RBR). Just "Imagine the Possibilities"!

Info / Disclaimers:

Cell Service is limited. Sometimes ATT works. We have Starlink WiFi available on site.

Power: Trailer is on Shore Power, backup generator available, or rough it with just battery power.

Since it's not just a room to stay in, we provide an orientation on how everything operates in the trailer. We ask that you Check In prior to 8PM so we can provide a personalized orientation based on your experience and comfort, but we do not want that to be a barrier to your stay. Depending on your RV experience or if you need to arrive late, just let us know and we can work out the details prior to your arrival. We are onsite a majority of the time BUT are always available 24/7 for ANYTHING that may come up. It's camping so things can always come up :)

We also offer a welcome bottle of local red or white wine, just let us know your preference.

Morning or Evening tranquil setting to listen to the seasonal creek as you reflect on your home away from home.

Quiet DInner, 2 reclining chairs for relaxation after dinner. 

Arnold

Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit

Eldorado National Forest

Shop, dine, or sleep in town on the edge of <a href='https://www.hipcamp.com/discover/california/calaveras-big-trees'>Calaveras Big Trees State Park</a>.

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Come enjoy the fresh air and quiet at this relaxing and serene 3bd/1.5 bath 1968 groovy A-frame cabin. Great WIFI! Located on 1.5 wooded acres, the backyard is the Calaveras Big Trees State Park. The cabin has a huge redwood deck surrounded by blooming Dogwoods during the springtime. Our year-round Moran Creek runs on the edge of the property. All wood inside: tongue-in-groove pine ceilings and walnut paneling, large wood-burning stove which has three flat places to cook. We offer a fully stocked kitchen with vintage pink and white formica counters and breakfast bar which seats four. Dining on resin-topped circular table made by designer of first chair-lift in Squaw Valley. Gigantic redwood wrap-around deck set up with comfy furniture, table and chairs to enjoy the bliss of Big Trees-Calaveras State Park. On the main floor there are two bedrooms: both with queen beds, a full bath with large bathtub/shower; in loft: one queen and one twin, and a 1/2 bath. Extra airbeds are located in the closet. Sofa is down filled. Retro decor with orange glass lamps, kilim rugs and down comforters on all beds. Vintage electric keyboard and full stereo system. Can sleep 7-8.  You can enjoy weekend dinners at Snowflake lodge or make use of the full kitchen or gas barbecue at the cabin. 35" to Bear Valley Ski Area, downhill or cross country, Lake Alpine in Summer. 20" to wine tasting in 1850's historic Murphys. So much to do or not!Overlook Trail is 1/2 mile from the cabin.  Cabin has access to Snowflake Lodge (weekend dinners), Recreation area (swimming, tennis, basketball, ping-pong, beach volleyball) and Fly-In Lake for lake-swimming.

Dog Woods Cabin nestled against Big Trees State Park

upstairs has a queen bed, twin bed, and couch

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Anahata Lake has peaceful dark campsites (2 ) with outstanding views of the stars.  A beautiful pond that is swimmable during the early summer season. You are welcome to use the canoe or rowboat to paddle on the pond. Hang out in the shade of the oak trees. Our hill at the back of the property has a hike with a gorgeous view of  the mtns and hills both up the Sierra and down to the central valley. On a clear day one can see some Yosemite mtns. Our garden produces delicious produce which is for sale. Ask us. 

Airial view of the property taken by a visitor's drone

Joyful Heart

When we moved to the Sierra Foothills, we found this cozy, little spot on the property and we set up a campsite for friends and family. 
People loved the space so much that we decided to build this cozy cabin and host other guests as well...

The hot tub can be filled with fresh water and be heated by wood and/or be filled using the on demand hot water heater. 
The private outdoor shower is in a beautiful garden setting.

This is an old photo and it is not how the layout is now.  Had several guests ask me to elevate the bed and remove the big bean bag.  Current pic to follow soon


Mommapeggs Getaway in the seirra

The property is surrounded by many mines that have Claims in place to this day .The peaceful country views are a welcomed treat for most that that are able to visit Tuolumne county.Come by and Sit A BIT here in the Sierra foothills via your way to many adventurous spots here via Yosemite, Redwoods in Arnold, or even a day trip over the passes to Nevada s ghost town Bodie. Visit our local wineries ,and historical parks nearby.Occasionally our Chicken Ranch  Casino is offering DRIVE IN movie nights.Info available upon request, Tuolumne Visitor Bureau member.

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