Discover the best mountainous campgrounds near California City, California

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Everyone’s Favorite Desert oasis

4 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · California City, CA

Learn more about this land:Everyone’s Favorite desert oasis. A farm of love and peace nestled in the beautiful desert. Whether you like camping or glamping the oasis is the place for you. It could be for a day, it could be for a weekend you will find everything you need, want and more. From the beautiful landscape and natural wonders to explore to the various animals and activities you’ll feel like a kid all over again.

Camping @ Quail Run Ostrich Ranch

8 sites · RVs, Tents62 acres · Lake Hughes, CA

Run by three generations, our ranch has been in our family for more than 70 years. We opened our doors to the public in 2014 to help support feeding our animals, bred and rescued, after the Powerhouse Fire almost burned us out. We’ve survived a county quarantine(2018-2019), the COVID Lockdowns (2021-2022), the Lake Fire (2020), and the Hurricane Kay burn scar debris flow and flood (9/11/22), depending on hard work and strong family and community bonds. In addition to camping and educational tours, we host private and community events, grow & sell produce and eggs, hatch and sell chicks, rescue ratites, and support the local bee population (which gives us RAW honey to sell), and are working to open a private U-pick-by-appointment orchard. We are all animal lovers, and conservationists, and try to do our part to ensure our children inherit a healthy and viable world. This is our home where we live, work, love, and play. We enjoy sharing our space with visitors who we hope learn about ostrich and make some great memories.

Beysicair Tents & Campground

7 sites · Tents4 acres · Boron, CA

This beautiful California desert tent is great for camping and a perfect outdoor getaway. Located 1 hour and 45 minutes (2 hours maximum) from Los Angeles, 1 hour from Bakersfield, and Golden State/ West Highway to drive too San Francisco. Spend a night or week camping, enjoying the beautiful California desert in this beautiful bohemian camping style tent. The camp site is on 4.7 acres of land located 20 minutes outside of California City. Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. Our space is located 20 minutes outside of California City. The entire property is 4.7 acres of open land. This space is perfect for RV parking and camping. We are only offering the land and a space for camping as well as RV parking. There is a dirt bike racing park just 10 minutes from the property. The space is accessible by road.

Secluded Sustenance Desert Camping

7 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · North Edwards, CA

Learn more about this land:Welcome to our secluded sustenance desert camping spot. This is the perfect peaceful getaway near Red Rock Canyon State Park and wonderful outdoor activities!About the Property:This property is a desert setting that is pretty flat, surrounded by beautiful mountains and buttes - it's absolutely a picturesque scene! Our site is easily accessible by any vehicle, as it is less than 1 mile from a paved road. We are just 30 miles from Red Rock Canyon State Park, which is stunning to explore and hike around in, and about 10 miles from California City Golf Course if you're interested in golfing one day! Our property is also just about 20 miles from Mojave. Hiking, swimming, and golf are among the top activities to do nearby. The Tongva Tribe lived on this land for many centuries, years ago, and we work to respect and honor this land. We are passionate about welcoming visitors who share this spirit. Sustenance Desert Camping is a place to find a peace and healing.We, as your hosts, will greet campers upon arrival and then leave campers to enjoy their stay and privacy. We enjoy getting to know Hipcampers, so if you have any questions or would like suggestions, we are always happy to help. However, we do not live on site.We hope you enjoy the wide open space and the beautiful night sky as much as we do!About the Listing:Come pitch your tent, park your car, or park your RV on our property and set up camp at the most idyllic and secluded campsite. We do have multiple sites, so you should expect to see other campers in passing. However, the sites are spaced apart and the surroundings are quiet, so you will have all peace and serenity the outdoors has to offer. For RV campers, we have a water hookup (with a 6 gallon water tanks and hand washing stations available for an additional charge), and we do allow generators. For all campers we provide water jugs/bottles for drinking water, but you can always feel free to bring your own as well, as there is no potable water source on site. We also have a portable toilet with a hand-washing station for our guests' comfort. There are altars at each end of the property that you can adorn with anything that enhances your spirit or makes your camping experience better. We also provide a 17 foot dome that can be utilized for shade, yoga or dining - get creative!Additional Details to Note:- Check-in is after 2pm and check-out is before 12pm- Things to bring: toilet paper, firewood, trash bags, fire extinguisher (if you'll be building a fire), cookware, camping chairs could also be a great idea.- We do not have wifi available on site but cell reception is steady, so you can stay connected if you'd like. Feel free to unplug, though! - There is no fire pit available, so please use caution when building a campfire. Campers must have a fire extinguisher, which is available for an additional charge from the Hosts.- We welcome your pets! They can be off leash if they are friendly. Please pick up after your pet.- Quiet time is from 9pm-7amPlease feel free to reach out with any questions and we look forward to your stay!

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A Unique Mountain Retreat

11 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents20 acres · Tehachapi, CA

The title says it all this property is truly A Unique Mountain Retreat that will give you the peace, quiet and tranquility you are looking for. An energy efficient Uniquely designed home that is off the grid and has a very green footprint with solar and windmill to charge batteries. Oak and pine tree covered acres with fitness and nature trails around the property. Each level campsite with picnic table is designed for privacy with plenty of distance between sites and mountain views in every direction, along with an optional gas log fire pit and BBQ. There is plenty of clean, non potable drinking water, custom built toilets and optional hot showers, limited electrical use, cell phone charging and low power use devices as I am off grid. There is a fitness and nature trail on the property and Pacific Crest trail is approx 20 to 30 min drive, Mountain park which has many miles of hiking trails and an Indian reservation with hikes to many petroglphs. Things to see are the World famous Tehachapi railway loop, historic downtown, vineyards, mountain spirit center a Buddhist temple, glider rides, bicycle riding and fishing. There is cell service around the property but intermittent at the campsites.

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Beysicair Tents & Campground

7 sites · Tents4 acres · Boron, CA

This beautiful California desert tent is great for camping and a perfect outdoor getaway. Located 1 hour and 45 minutes (2 hours maximum) from Los Angeles, 1 hour from Bakersfield, and Golden State/ West Highway to drive too San Francisco. Spend a night or week camping, enjoying the beautiful California desert in this beautiful bohemian camping style tent. The camp site is on 4.7 acres of land located 20 minutes outside of California City. Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. Our space is located 20 minutes outside of California City. The entire property is 4.7 acres of open land. This space is perfect for RV parking and camping. We are only offering the land and a space for camping as well as RV parking. There is a dirt bike racing park just 10 minutes from the property. The space is accessible by road.

THE GREAT BAR-B's RANCH

40 sites · RVs, Tents80 acres · California City, CA

For years we've raced the Mojave Desert, and the areas within the California City, City limits. We loved the area for racing and for camping out. This is where the sun shines about 330 days of the year and where the absolutely stunning, clear, starry skies, pop up every night. We just had to find a place for us desert-lovers. After looking all over the desert, our friend, who owned ten acres just 3.2 miles from the City limits, in East Kern County, invited us to look at his property. They called their ranch, Hi-Vista Ranch. We visited his property and after looking at many pieces of land to buy in the high desert, we knew we had found it. What sold us was that it was the only plot of land for miles, that offered a 360-degree view of fabulous desert escapes and including the wonderful city of California City. It was gorgeous. Anywhere you looked the views were extraordinary! We were sold and bought the ten acres. Subsequently we bought additional acres adjacent and contiguous to ours, including a beautiful hillside where we often parked and enjoy the magnificent visual experience that is the Alta Vista Ranch (we re-named it; meaning “high vistas” in Spanish). In recent years, we have once again re-named the ranch as the Racing Ranch, to better describe its function. It now serves as headquarters for a series of competition events, including mountain bike racing, off-road events, Pony Express rides, drone racing, running marathons; and the very popular “desert tours.” All start and end at the ranch. Moreover, the Racing Ranch serves as the main stage for two yearly music “concerts on the hills.” Also known as the “RAW FESTIVAL.” All major events are blocked off on the calendar. But when possible, we allow a portion of the campers to rent on the same days of any event. However, there are plenty of weekend and weekdays to enjoy the solitude of the ranch for Dry RV Camping. Remember, the high desert is not only magnificent, but year-round you can enjoy crisp weather in the Fall and Winter and warm temperatures in the Spring and Summer months. We often get plenty of out of the Country tourists to visit the ranch in the middle of Summer, where temperatures can reach 110 degrees. But as they say, “It’s a dry heat!” Learn more about this land:Semi-flat and graded 10 acres available for Dry Camping, plus exclusive spots where parking is allowed also with great view. However, you must have 4WD to access these special spots. The view of the Northern desert and mountain range is truly spectacular. On clear days, from our high spot, the crown and tip of Mount Whitney can be seen. Truly a beautiful spot to just sit back and enjoy the Majesty of the Mojave Desert, or venture from there to incredible sites and locations in the desert. We also have available GPS files to use with your GPS unit to explore the desert. From ten mile loops to over 70-mile loops and longer. Ask for them. Also guided tours are available for individuals or for a group. These need to be booked in the advance.Please note this booking includes one vehicle, extra vehicles are $29 each per night and you'll need to pay with cash upon arrival.

Secluded Sustenance Desert Camping

7 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · North Edwards, CA

Learn more about this land:Welcome to our secluded sustenance desert camping spot. This is the perfect peaceful getaway near Red Rock Canyon State Park and wonderful outdoor activities!About the Property:This property is a desert setting that is pretty flat, surrounded by beautiful mountains and buttes - it's absolutely a picturesque scene! Our site is easily accessible by any vehicle, as it is less than 1 mile from a paved road. We are just 30 miles from Red Rock Canyon State Park, which is stunning to explore and hike around in, and about 10 miles from California City Golf Course if you're interested in golfing one day! Our property is also just about 20 miles from Mojave. Hiking, swimming, and golf are among the top activities to do nearby. The Tongva Tribe lived on this land for many centuries, years ago, and we work to respect and honor this land. We are passionate about welcoming visitors who share this spirit. Sustenance Desert Camping is a place to find a peace and healing.We, as your hosts, will greet campers upon arrival and then leave campers to enjoy their stay and privacy. We enjoy getting to know Hipcampers, so if you have any questions or would like suggestions, we are always happy to help. However, we do not live on site.We hope you enjoy the wide open space and the beautiful night sky as much as we do!About the Listing:Come pitch your tent, park your car, or park your RV on our property and set up camp at the most idyllic and secluded campsite. We do have multiple sites, so you should expect to see other campers in passing. However, the sites are spaced apart and the surroundings are quiet, so you will have all peace and serenity the outdoors has to offer. For RV campers, we have a water hookup (with a 6 gallon water tanks and hand washing stations available for an additional charge), and we do allow generators. For all campers we provide water jugs/bottles for drinking water, but you can always feel free to bring your own as well, as there is no potable water source on site. We also have a portable toilet with a hand-washing station for our guests' comfort. There are altars at each end of the property that you can adorn with anything that enhances your spirit or makes your camping experience better. We also provide a 17 foot dome that can be utilized for shade, yoga or dining - get creative!Additional Details to Note:- Check-in is after 2pm and check-out is before 12pm- Things to bring: toilet paper, firewood, trash bags, fire extinguisher (if you'll be building a fire), cookware, camping chairs could also be a great idea.- We do not have wifi available on site but cell reception is steady, so you can stay connected if you'd like. Feel free to unplug, though! - There is no fire pit available, so please use caution when building a campfire. Campers must have a fire extinguisher, which is available for an additional charge from the Hosts.- We welcome your pets! They can be off leash if they are friendly. Please pick up after your pet.- Quiet time is from 9pm-7amPlease feel free to reach out with any questions and we look forward to your stay!

Everyone’s Favorite Desert oasis

4 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · California City, CA

Learn more about this land:Everyone’s Favorite desert oasis. A farm of love and peace nestled in the beautiful desert. Whether you like camping or glamping the oasis is the place for you. It could be for a day, it could be for a weekend you will find everything you need, want and more. From the beautiful landscape and natural wonders to explore to the various animals and activities you’ll feel like a kid all over again.

Camping @ Quail Run Ostrich Ranch

8 sites · RVs, Tents62 acres · Lake Hughes, CA

Run by three generations, our ranch has been in our family for more than 70 years. We opened our doors to the public in 2014 to help support feeding our animals, bred and rescued, after the Powerhouse Fire almost burned us out. We’ve survived a county quarantine(2018-2019), the COVID Lockdowns (2021-2022), the Lake Fire (2020), and the Hurricane Kay burn scar debris flow and flood (9/11/22), depending on hard work and strong family and community bonds. In addition to camping and educational tours, we host private and community events, grow & sell produce and eggs, hatch and sell chicks, rescue ratites, and support the local bee population (which gives us RAW honey to sell), and are working to open a private U-pick-by-appointment orchard. We are all animal lovers, and conservationists, and try to do our part to ensure our children inherit a healthy and viable world. This is our home where we live, work, love, and play. We enjoy sharing our space with visitors who we hope learn about ostrich and make some great memories.

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Havilah Pines homestead

1 site · RV, Tent2 acres · Havilah, CA

Located in the national sequoia forest, Havilah pines homestead is a unique place, we are in the middle of a canyon, rural and remote but not too remote, do note that there is no cell service here but we do offer wifi service for a fee. the closest town and Lake is about 20 minutes away. we have the cleanest air in Kern, blue skies most days and stars during the night like you have never seen them in the city! it can get toasty during the day, but once that sun goes behind the mountain it cools off that some times you want to put something on! We are a micro farm growing organic food and practicing non GMO sustainable organic farming methods even our animals eat only organic non GMO feed, among our livestock are chickens, turkeys and guinea fowl, they happily free range on the homestead and produce delicious eggs, if you haven't eaten eggs like free range ones then you must try them! the taste is light years different than the store bought ones... It is a quite and peaceful place(except the roosters and guineas), at night you hear crickets and frogs and early in the morning wake up to a pleasant tune of wild bird's symphony.

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Nomad-NeXus @ArtFarm Nature Space

35 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents12 acres · Leona Valley, CA

Nomad-NeXus @ ArtFarm Nature Space offers the best of both worlds: Amazing Nature , bright stars and serenity , a fun creative vibe and good people and blazing fast internet connection for digital nomads and young entrepreneurs who are looking for a space to connect with nature and the world at large all at once, bridging the gap between Nature and Technology, Freedom and Community , hard work and inspiring moments with inspiring and positive people. ArtFarm Nature space is the perfect space for Digital Nomads and Creative entrepreneurs to immerse themselves in Nature while enjoying the benefits of an instant community of inspired people who love to connect, collaborate and create ! we would love to meet you

Shed. 44

1 site · RV1 acre · California City, CA

Learn more about this land:This is a rocky desert off-road camp site. Bring you off-road 4x4 Vehicles your ATVs and dirt bikes. Bring enough food and water, it is in the desert.

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The Hilltop Getaway

1 site · Lodging3 acres · Lake Los Angeles, CA

Welcome to The Hilltop Getaway! One of the coziest glamping spot near the Alpine Butte, Palmdale with Joshua Tree landscape just an hour from LA. The amazing 360 view from the jumbo rocks mountains on valley with Joshua Trees will make your memories unforgettable. We also have a great landscape for your spectacular photo shoot. If you’re looking for a place to hike, relax, refresh and recharge yourself, you found the place! The Hilltop Getaway! Enjoy your life! While The Hilltop Getaway is private and secluded, it is close to most stores you might need. Palmdale is a 10-minute drive and has a Target, Walmart, Home Depot, Lowe's, Ross, restaurants, fast foods, banks, and more. Additionally, you can visit a lot of unique places just few minutes from us like Antelope Valley Indian Museum, Four Aces Movie Ranch, Movie Set Diner, Club Ed Movie Set, El Mirage Dry Lake, Kill Bill Church, Antelope Valley Poppy Reserve, Joe Davies Heritage Airpark, Blackbird Airpark, Dry Town Water Park On our space you'll find 1. Bar/Kitchen area offers a four-burner gas grill with one side burner, kitchen table, sink with foot water pump, bar counter with four chairs on the bar deck; 2. Classic wood picnic table 3. Patio equipped with wood chairs and bench for lounging around our fire pit, lounge chair for sunbathing 4. Hammock for relaxing and stargazing 5. Toilet/Shower cabin. There is Thetford Porta Potti flush toilet, sink with foot water pump, mirror, Eccotemp hot shower We provide towels and soap for you. 6. The Geo Dome Tent 23ft (7M) is equipped with everything you would need for a comfortable glamping experience Geo Dome: - Queen bed with memory-foam mattress and bedding - Two Convertable Tri-Fold Sofa Beds - Twin Tufted Back Convertible Sofa - Foldable Camping Cot - Hammock Chair Swing - Dining Set - Nightstands - Full Length Floor Mirror - Kitchen Island with kitchen utensils, pots, tableware - Mini Fridge with Top Freezer - Free WiFi - Projector Screen - Video Projector (for rent) - Bluetooth Sound System - Power Station EcoFlow Pro for charging and power devices - Evaporative Air Swamp Cooler - Propane "Pleasant Hearth" Heater 30,000 BTU (Propane gas is include) - Solar lights and battery powered LED Camping Lantern - Fresh towel-Fresh linen- Books and games for entertainment - And plenty of safety amenities such as: fire extinguisher, first aid kit, etc. Please note - the water in the tank is not drinkable and has a distinct taste - please bring drinking water. Small amenities such as a first aid kit, flashlights, and lanterns are all available to you in the tent for a safe and comfortable stay. Please plan for a “leave no trace” style camping and to take your trash with you upon check out

sanctuary night desert

1 site · Tent2 acres · California City, CA

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the California desert and fall asleep under a starlit sky at this 2.5-acre hidden gem. Located just 18 miles from California City, this rural area allows for plenty of privacy and freedom to roam. A dirt road leads in but no utilities are provided, so an off-grid adventure or desert retreat can easily be set up. Perfect for a romantic getaway, yoga retreat, meditating, or hiking in the right weather, this area also offers stunning views of the mountains and sunsets. If you have dirt bikes, ATVs, or any other off-roading vehicles, you can take full advantage of the terrain. Fires are allowed, but must be extinguished completely and campers must bring all of their own supplies. Don’t forget to get a permit for off-roading beforehand; contact the host for more information.

Rising Sun campground

1 site · RV1 acre · California City, CA

11500 sq/ft of land for camping and RV, my property is located 10 minutes from BORAX BILL PARK & STATION and 12 minutes from CAL CITY MX PARK, perfect for sunny days and amazing nights in the desert.. If you are looking for the perfect place to ride your bike, do barbecue and enjoy the silence of the desert; this is the perfect site for you.

Cal City Villa

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · California City, CA

This little .25 spot is a great place to unwind. In the Mohave desert you can see a wide variety of wildlife and there is plenty of space to relax . It's a great area for off road vehicles such as dirt bikes, 4 wheeler's, and side by sides. There are some mountains around if you enjoy hiking and at night some amazing views of the stars.

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The Hilltop Getaway

1 site · Lodging3 acres · Lake Los Angeles, CA

Welcome to The Hilltop Getaway! One of the coziest glamping spot near the Alpine Butte, Palmdale with Joshua Tree landscape just an hour from LA. The amazing 360 view from the jumbo rocks mountains on valley with Joshua Trees will make your memories unforgettable. We also have a great landscape for your spectacular photo shoot. If you’re looking for a place to hike, relax, refresh and recharge yourself, you found the place! The Hilltop Getaway! Enjoy your life! While The Hilltop Getaway is private and secluded, it is close to most stores you might need. Palmdale is a 10-minute drive and has a Target, Walmart, Home Depot, Lowe's, Ross, restaurants, fast foods, banks, and more. Additionally, you can visit a lot of unique places just few minutes from us like Antelope Valley Indian Museum, Four Aces Movie Ranch, Movie Set Diner, Club Ed Movie Set, El Mirage Dry Lake, Kill Bill Church, Antelope Valley Poppy Reserve, Joe Davies Heritage Airpark, Blackbird Airpark, Dry Town Water Park On our space you'll find 1. Bar/Kitchen area offers a four-burner gas grill with one side burner, kitchen table, sink with foot water pump, bar counter with four chairs on the bar deck; 2. Classic wood picnic table 3. Patio equipped with wood chairs and bench for lounging around our fire pit, lounge chair for sunbathing 4. Hammock for relaxing and stargazing 5. Toilet/Shower cabin. There is Thetford Porta Potti flush toilet, sink with foot water pump, mirror, Eccotemp hot shower We provide towels and soap for you. 6. The Geo Dome Tent 23ft (7M) is equipped with everything you would need for a comfortable glamping experience Geo Dome: - Queen bed with memory-foam mattress and bedding - Two Convertable Tri-Fold Sofa Beds - Twin Tufted Back Convertible Sofa - Foldable Camping Cot - Hammock Chair Swing - Dining Set - Nightstands - Full Length Floor Mirror - Kitchen Island with kitchen utensils, pots, tableware - Mini Fridge with Top Freezer - Free WiFi - Projector Screen - Video Projector (for rent) - Bluetooth Sound System - Power Station EcoFlow Pro for charging and power devices - Evaporative Air Swamp Cooler - Propane "Pleasant Hearth" Heater 30,000 BTU (Propane gas is include) - Solar lights and battery powered LED Camping Lantern - Fresh towel-Fresh linen- Books and games for entertainment - And plenty of safety amenities such as: fire extinguisher, first aid kit, etc. Please note - the water in the tank is not drinkable and has a distinct taste - please bring drinking water. Small amenities such as a first aid kit, flashlights, and lanterns are all available to you in the tent for a safe and comfortable stay. Please plan for a “leave no trace” style camping and to take your trash with you upon check out

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Diamond Acres Camp 🏕

4 sites · Lodging2 acres · Weldon, CA

Diamond Acres is a quiet, secluded camp in the Kern River Valley just minutes from Lake Isabella, the mighty Kern River, and Southern Sierras! We offer glamping sites (tent or trailer) with hot showers and flushing toilets! Come enjoy the solitude and stars. Our camp overlooks miles of rolling hills with no houses in view! Skip the crowded campgrounds and glamp comfortably while only being 5 minutes from Lake Isabella! Take a short walk to the top of the property and enjoy some of the best sunsets you've ever seen! We are close to the Kern River, OHV trails, hot springs, hiking, kayaking, fishing, boating, paragliding, and so much more!

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Glamping at Camp Haystack

3 sites · Lodging, RVs1 acre · CA

The area was an alfalfa farm in the early 1900's. The property was purchased in 2019 and it has been a passion project to beautify and bring life to the area ever since. Hiking and jogging across the street and surrounding areas available, pets welcome, beautiful sunsets and sunrises, 10 mins from groceries and fast food.

Camping @ Quail Run Ostrich Ranch

8 sites · RVs, Tents62 acres · Lake Hughes, CA

Run by three generations, our ranch has been in our family for more than 70 years. We opened our doors to the public in 2014 to help support feeding our animals, bred and rescued, after the Powerhouse Fire almost burned us out. We’ve survived a county quarantine(2018-2019), the COVID Lockdowns (2021-2022), the Lake Fire (2020), and the Hurricane Kay burn scar debris flow and flood (9/11/22), depending on hard work and strong family and community bonds. In addition to camping and educational tours, we host private and community events, grow & sell produce and eggs, hatch and sell chicks, rescue ratites, and support the local bee population (which gives us RAW honey to sell), and are working to open a private U-pick-by-appointment orchard. We are all animal lovers, and conservationists, and try to do our part to ensure our children inherit a healthy and viable world. This is our home where we live, work, love, and play. We enjoy sharing our space with visitors who we hope learn about ostrich and make some great memories.

A Unique Mountain Retreat

11 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents20 acres · Tehachapi, CA

The title says it all this property is truly A Unique Mountain Retreat that will give you the peace, quiet and tranquility you are looking for. An energy efficient Uniquely designed home that is off the grid and has a very green footprint with solar and windmill to charge batteries. Oak and pine tree covered acres with fitness and nature trails around the property. Each level campsite with picnic table is designed for privacy with plenty of distance between sites and mountain views in every direction, along with an optional gas log fire pit and BBQ. There is plenty of clean, non potable drinking water, custom built toilets and optional hot showers, limited electrical use, cell phone charging and low power use devices as I am off grid. There is a fitness and nature trail on the property and Pacific Crest trail is approx 20 to 30 min drive, Mountain park which has many miles of hiking trails and an Indian reservation with hikes to many petroglphs. Things to see are the World famous Tehachapi railway loop, historic downtown, vineyards, mountain spirit center a Buddhist temple, glider rides, bicycle riding and fishing. There is cell service around the property but intermittent at the campsites.

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THE GREAT BAR-B's RANCH

40 sites · RVs, Tents80 acres · California City, CA

For years we've raced the Mojave Desert, and the areas within the California City, City limits. We loved the area for racing and for camping out. This is where the sun shines about 330 days of the year and where the absolutely stunning, clear, starry skies, pop up every night. We just had to find a place for us desert-lovers. After looking all over the desert, our friend, who owned ten acres just 3.2 miles from the City limits, in East Kern County, invited us to look at his property. They called their ranch, Hi-Vista Ranch. We visited his property and after looking at many pieces of land to buy in the high desert, we knew we had found it. What sold us was that it was the only plot of land for miles, that offered a 360-degree view of fabulous desert escapes and including the wonderful city of California City. It was gorgeous. Anywhere you looked the views were extraordinary! We were sold and bought the ten acres. Subsequently we bought additional acres adjacent and contiguous to ours, including a beautiful hillside where we often parked and enjoy the magnificent visual experience that is the Alta Vista Ranch (we re-named it; meaning “high vistas” in Spanish). In recent years, we have once again re-named the ranch as the Racing Ranch, to better describe its function. It now serves as headquarters for a series of competition events, including mountain bike racing, off-road events, Pony Express rides, drone racing, running marathons; and the very popular “desert tours.” All start and end at the ranch. Moreover, the Racing Ranch serves as the main stage for two yearly music “concerts on the hills.” Also known as the “RAW FESTIVAL.” All major events are blocked off on the calendar. But when possible, we allow a portion of the campers to rent on the same days of any event. However, there are plenty of weekend and weekdays to enjoy the solitude of the ranch for Dry RV Camping. Remember, the high desert is not only magnificent, but year-round you can enjoy crisp weather in the Fall and Winter and warm temperatures in the Spring and Summer months. We often get plenty of out of the Country tourists to visit the ranch in the middle of Summer, where temperatures can reach 110 degrees. But as they say, “It’s a dry heat!” Learn more about this land:Semi-flat and graded 10 acres available for Dry Camping, plus exclusive spots where parking is allowed also with great view. However, you must have 4WD to access these special spots. The view of the Northern desert and mountain range is truly spectacular. On clear days, from our high spot, the crown and tip of Mount Whitney can be seen. Truly a beautiful spot to just sit back and enjoy the Majesty of the Mojave Desert, or venture from there to incredible sites and locations in the desert. We also have available GPS files to use with your GPS unit to explore the desert. From ten mile loops to over 70-mile loops and longer. Ask for them. Also guided tours are available for individuals or for a group. These need to be booked in the advance.Please note this booking includes one vehicle, extra vehicles are $29 each per night and you'll need to pay with cash upon arrival.

Secluded Sustenance Desert Camping

7 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · North Edwards, CA

Learn more about this land:Welcome to our secluded sustenance desert camping spot. This is the perfect peaceful getaway near Red Rock Canyon State Park and wonderful outdoor activities!About the Property:This property is a desert setting that is pretty flat, surrounded by beautiful mountains and buttes - it's absolutely a picturesque scene! Our site is easily accessible by any vehicle, as it is less than 1 mile from a paved road. We are just 30 miles from Red Rock Canyon State Park, which is stunning to explore and hike around in, and about 10 miles from California City Golf Course if you're interested in golfing one day! Our property is also just about 20 miles from Mojave. Hiking, swimming, and golf are among the top activities to do nearby. The Tongva Tribe lived on this land for many centuries, years ago, and we work to respect and honor this land. We are passionate about welcoming visitors who share this spirit. Sustenance Desert Camping is a place to find a peace and healing.We, as your hosts, will greet campers upon arrival and then leave campers to enjoy their stay and privacy. We enjoy getting to know Hipcampers, so if you have any questions or would like suggestions, we are always happy to help. However, we do not live on site.We hope you enjoy the wide open space and the beautiful night sky as much as we do!About the Listing:Come pitch your tent, park your car, or park your RV on our property and set up camp at the most idyllic and secluded campsite. We do have multiple sites, so you should expect to see other campers in passing. However, the sites are spaced apart and the surroundings are quiet, so you will have all peace and serenity the outdoors has to offer. For RV campers, we have a water hookup (with a 6 gallon water tanks and hand washing stations available for an additional charge), and we do allow generators. For all campers we provide water jugs/bottles for drinking water, but you can always feel free to bring your own as well, as there is no potable water source on site. We also have a portable toilet with a hand-washing station for our guests' comfort. There are altars at each end of the property that you can adorn with anything that enhances your spirit or makes your camping experience better. We also provide a 17 foot dome that can be utilized for shade, yoga or dining - get creative!Additional Details to Note:- Check-in is after 2pm and check-out is before 12pm- Things to bring: toilet paper, firewood, trash bags, fire extinguisher (if you'll be building a fire), cookware, camping chairs could also be a great idea.- We do not have wifi available on site but cell reception is steady, so you can stay connected if you'd like. Feel free to unplug, though! - There is no fire pit available, so please use caution when building a campfire. Campers must have a fire extinguisher, which is available for an additional charge from the Hosts.- We welcome your pets! They can be off leash if they are friendly. Please pick up after your pet.- Quiet time is from 9pm-7amPlease feel free to reach out with any questions and we look forward to your stay!

Everyone’s Favorite Desert oasis

4 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · California City, CA

Learn more about this land:Everyone’s Favorite desert oasis. A farm of love and peace nestled in the beautiful desert. Whether you like camping or glamping the oasis is the place for you. It could be for a day, it could be for a weekend you will find everything you need, want and more. From the beautiful landscape and natural wonders to explore to the various animals and activities you’ll feel like a kid all over again.

Beysicair Tents & Campground

7 sites · Tents4 acres · Boron, CA

This beautiful California desert tent is great for camping and a perfect outdoor getaway. Located 1 hour and 45 minutes (2 hours maximum) from Los Angeles, 1 hour from Bakersfield, and Golden State/ West Highway to drive too San Francisco. Spend a night or week camping, enjoying the beautiful California desert in this beautiful bohemian camping style tent. The camp site is on 4.7 acres of land located 20 minutes outside of California City. Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. Our space is located 20 minutes outside of California City. The entire property is 4.7 acres of open land. This space is perfect for RV parking and camping. We are only offering the land and a space for camping as well as RV parking. There is a dirt bike racing park just 10 minutes from the property. The space is accessible by road.

Camping @ Quail Run Ostrich Ranch

8 sites · RVs, Tents62 acres · Lake Hughes, CA

Run by three generations, our ranch has been in our family for more than 70 years. We opened our doors to the public in 2014 to help support feeding our animals, bred and rescued, after the Powerhouse Fire almost burned us out. We’ve survived a county quarantine(2018-2019), the COVID Lockdowns (2021-2022), the Lake Fire (2020), and the Hurricane Kay burn scar debris flow and flood (9/11/22), depending on hard work and strong family and community bonds. In addition to camping and educational tours, we host private and community events, grow & sell produce and eggs, hatch and sell chicks, rescue ratites, and support the local bee population (which gives us RAW honey to sell), and are working to open a private U-pick-by-appointment orchard. We are all animal lovers, and conservationists, and try to do our part to ensure our children inherit a healthy and viable world. This is our home where we live, work, love, and play. We enjoy sharing our space with visitors who we hope learn about ostrich and make some great memories.

Mountainous camping near California City guide

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