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Erika
October 2025
Weekend Trip to Mike And Di's Retreat- 15 min to NP
What an incredible location, so close to the park entrance. We loved the treehouse experience, so cozy after a long day of hiking. Looking forward to our next visit!
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Russell
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Mike And Di's Retreat- 15 min to NP
The tree tents were so unique! A nice mix of camp and glamp. We were lucky enough to have the highest tree tent with the best views, so getting up there was worth the hike! Just pack light unlike us lol. Will definitely be recommending this to everyone and we hope to come back again soon!
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Alex
August 2025
2 nights at Mike And Di's Retreat- 15 min to NP
Everything about the tree hugger tents exceeded our expectations. The bed was super comfortable and roomy, and we kept cozy, even during wind and rain. It was great having some space in the fridge and cooking supplies. We were glad to have brought a sheet and light blanket, since it was a bit too warm for a sleeping bag. The road up is a bit steep, but we were able to steer around the few ruts, even with our low clearance Tesla. We were a bit nervous after climbing to that elevation, since there is no EV charging in the parks, but it worked out fine for us with some careful planning. All in all, a really great experience!
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Gody
August 2025
3 nights at Mike And Di's Retreat- 15 min to NP
We enjoyed the uniques location and setup of this campground. We stayed in the tree tents and they were well designed with hot showers and faucet along with a toilet on the deck. Also on the deck was a bench that doubled as a storage box and was great for keeping our belongings while we were away. The tent itself was roomy and actually had enough room where we could stand up in it if we needed to. The location was beautiful and quiet at night and our family really enjoyed being outside and seeing the night sky in the dark surroundings.
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Sara
August 2025
Weekend Trip to Mike And Di's Retreat- 15 min to NP
We had a great stay in our tree tent! It was a cozy and unique way to experience the outdoors.
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Devin
July 2025
3 nights at Mike And Di's Retreat- 15 min to NP
We had a great time! The area was beautiful and well maintained. Instructions to find the property were easy. We slept well and were very comfortable. We would do it again!
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Michael
June 2025
Weekend Trip to Mike And Di's Retreat- 15 min to NP
We stayed at the tree tent for a weekend in June and loved it! It was a good base camp between going to both Sequioa and Kings Canyon NP. It was comfortable and cool enough at night to leave the screens open. It has a little movement when moving in the tent which was expected. The shower was wonderful after hiking and exploring all day. Would stay again!
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MJ
May 2025
1 night at Mike And Di's Retreat- 15 min to NP
My sister and I had the absolute best time staying here! The treehouse was everything and more. We really appreciated all the small details, like heater and blankets, and took full advantage of the patio and great outdoor shower as a reprieve from our week of camping. Would absolutely stay here again!
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Jared
April 2025
3 nights at Mike And Di's Retreat- 15 min to NP
Beautiful property and comfy accommodation! Would definitely recommend! Despite unforcasted rain and snow, my girlfriend and I were still comfy and cozy in our tree tent with the heater and extra blankets we were provided. It was a 9/10 trip due to weather, and easily would've been a 10/10 with sunshine!
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Melissa
April 2025
2 nights at Mike And Di's Retreat- 15 min to NP
The land is beautiful and the flowering shrubs smelled wonderful! The space is well thought out so each site has a sense of privacy while still being convenient to access the outdoor kitchen and parking area. Our tree tent was nestled into a beautiful pine tree and we appreciated the little touches that made it feel homey. It's close to King's Canyon N.P which was great for us as we spent our time hiking. Mike's a great communicator and was responsive when we had questions.
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Sally
April 2025
Weekend Trip to Mike And Di's Retreat- 15 min to NP
Wonderful place! Loved the mix of outdoors and modern tech.
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Mike
April 2025
Weekend Trip to Mike And Di's Retreat- 15 min to NP
Had a wonderful stay and Mike and Di’s retreat. Close to National Parks and offers a full suite of amenities. Definitely recommend!
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Juan
November 2024
Weekend Trip to Mike And Di's Retreat- 15 min to NP
What an incredible experience this was!
Tents very comfortable, amazing space in the nature. Di and Mike have redefined glamping, this really was the 5-star hotel version of camping. Every possible amenity you can think of is there and it works: normal toilet, modern shower, and even a tv in a tree-hanging tent - all in your own little private space.
Mike was very kind and responsive and even installed a gas heater for us in the tent in case it got too cold (only used it for 10 min before going to bed; the tents are quite well insulated).
Easy to get there, convenient location for KC and Sequoia.
Great for stargazing.
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The best treehouses near Bass Lake guide
Where to go
West of Bass Lake
While the expanse between Bass Lake and the California coast has its fair share of towns and farmland, there are also plenty of natural areas and parks to explore. Spots worth considering along this route include San Luis National Wildlife Refuge, Pacheco State Park, and Henry W. Coe State Park.
Sequoia National Forest
Head south and you'll hit Sequoia National Forest, where you'll find everything from scenic waterways to colorful high mountain scenery. Backpackers may want to also consider a trip out to the Jennie Lakes Wilderness, with its thick forest interspersed with Alpine meadows.
Stanislaus National Forest
North of Bass Lake, the massive Stanislaus National Forest is a great place to continue water adventures, with a wide variety of lakes and rivers. Hiking and camping opportunities also abound in this wooded area.
When to go
Bass Lake is definitely a summer destination, though many area campgrounds are open year-round. Summers can get hot, with daytime temperatures sometimes rising to the upper 90s, while nights are pleasantly warm, with temperatures in the 60s. The spring and fall shoulder seasons are ideal if you want fewer crowds, with pleasantly warm temperatures in May and September. Late fall through winter gets plenty of rain, and snow is not uncommon.