The best campgrounds near California City, California with wildlife watching

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Public campgrounds near California City

The trails of Red Rock Canyon State Park.

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Ricardo Campground

50 sites In Red Rock Canyon State Park

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Breckenridge Campground

22 sites · RVs, Tents In Sequoia National Forest

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Joshua Group Camp

1 site · RV, Tent In Saddleback Butte State Park

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Hobo Campground

35 sites · RVs, Tents In Sequoia National Forest

Sandy Flat Campground is located right along the Kern River. There is a beach with a great swimming area (you can see it on the lower left of the photo).

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Sandy Flat Campground

3 sites · RVs, Tents In Sequoia National Forest

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Old Isabella

1 site · RV, Tent In Sequoia National Forest

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Paradise Cove Campground

1 site · RV, Tent In Sequoia National Forest

South Fork Recreation Campground

1 site · RV, Tent In Sequoia National Forest

Auxiliary Dam Campground

48 sites · RVs, Tents In Sequoia National Forest

Camp 9 Campground

15 sites · RVs, Tents In Sequoia National Forest

Pioneer Point Campground

2 sites · RVs, Tents In Sequoia National Forest

Boulder Gulch Campground

2 sites · RVs, Tents In Sequoia National Forest

Stories from the community

Weekend Trip to Camping @ Quail Run Ostrich Ranch

Amazing spot! Peaceful, great stargazing and the ostrich tour was awesome. 100% recommend!

2 nights at The Hilltop Getaway

Absolutely amazing! What a gem of a find..so well done.

14 nights at Bare All Retreat

June 2025 25ft Travel Trailer We had an amazing time camping at Bear all Retreat. Corey’s place is 130 plus acres of pure-outdoor bliss. Creek with clear streaming water, amazing views, starry nights and campfires right outside our door. Free range cows, horses, goats, pigs, and chickens, greeted us daily and provided us with entertainment. The family dogs came to visit often hanging out with us keeping us safe and our dog enjoyed making new friends. We hiked and walked on trails collecting pinecones, pine nuts, watercress and fell asleep to the chorus of the frogs in the creek. Corey’s wife Alicia and kids were so kind and gracious sharing with us fresh farm eggs, goats milk, points of interest around the area and pleasant conversation. Camping the way it is ment to be, cant speak highly enough of this hidden gem. We will surely be returning to Bear all Retreat to clear our mind and soul while camping and hiking in the great our doors.

1 night at The Hilltop Getaway

Anita’s land was an amazing family getaway! So close but no one around. We hung out and enjoyed the sun & pool area. Hiked around the landscape for sunset. Barbecued dinner outside and watched the stars come out! Lastly a movie night in the dome. Can’t wait to come back to this little escape.

Weekend Trip to Antelope Canyon Ranch

We had our wedding here over the weekend and I can only say good things about this place. Clean, nice bathroom and showers, huge fire pit, plenty of picnic benches, and large spots to camp at. It is a beautiful property and glad we were able to have our family and friends here. Steve, who showed us the property and campground was extremely helpful and generous. Glad we were able to meet with him a few times and during our stay. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience.

Weekend Trip to Camping @ Quail Run Ostrich Ranch

It was nice for location and price . I was there one night and zero complaints. Exactly what you would expect from a hip camp location . Thank you

Weekend Trip to Camping @ Quail Run Ostrich Ranch

Ostrich educational tour was very good, Josh is very knowledgeable and good at explaining Access was easy and instructions were very detailed and clear

Weekend Trip to A Unique Mountain Retreat

John's place is spectacular! It is not to be missed. Very will designed. Be sure to follow the GPS directions that take you on Dennison Rd. to Summers Drive. We enjoyed the off-the grid set up with wind and solar. Good facilities and a wonderful host.

1 night at Camping @ Quail Run Ostrich Ranch

We book this last minute as our previous site was to windy to stay. Host was accommodating. Cool spot and we were able to see some ostriches.

Weekend Trip to The Hilltop Getaway

We had a fabulous time! We are a family of 4 with two young boys and we all had a blast walking the grounds, climbing rocks and watching a movie in the dome. It was really a special time for each of us and we will definitely be back!

Weekend Trip to Antelope Canyon Ranch

Great place to have to ourselves. Steve the caretaker was very responsive. Expensive so better for a big group.

Weekend Trip to A Unique Mountain Retreat

Great few nights away on John land , easy to find. Camps areas clean and tidy . John explained all the info on arrival

Weekend Trip to Camping @ Quail Run Ostrich Ranch

We booked two sites. Came with my daughter, son-in-law and 2 of my granddaughters. We had fun. Caught frogs. Did archery and axe throwing. Jessica and Lou were both friendly and responsive. We got honey and some ostrich oil. The stars are amazing at night.

Weekend Trip to Camping @ Quail Run Ostrich Ranch

Fun, close and short get away. Jessica and Lou were great!

1 night at Wild Wash Regenerative Ranch

Roy did a great job of creating a super private little camp site. The views were spectacular and it was close to a lot of cool activities! I would definitely recommend!!

Weekend Trip to Double Triangle Ranch

The stay was amazing and much needed. A true camping experience and unbothered. We did the tour and it was nice to see all the plants and animals… the definition of truly camping under the stars. We will be back!

Weekend Trip to A Unique Mountain Retreat

Very friendly host. Great spot with incredible views, plants and wildlife. Spots are nicely far apart and well shaded. Some quail came through our site as I was getting out of the tent. Pleasant wildflowers around the property. Will try to book again anytime I’m in the area!

Weekend Trip to ArtFarm Movie Ranch & Nomad NeXuS

Love this place, people always make you feel like you home. This is my 2 year coming to this camp 😊

Weekend Trip to ArtFarm Movie Ranch & Nomad NeXuS

What an incredible place! We felt like we were welcomed like family. The access to a full kitchen and compost bathroom and amazing hot showers was so nice. Even though it was super full over the holiday weekend, it all felt so relaxing and everyone there was so kind. We will be back!

Weekend Trip to A Unique Mountain Retreat

The landscape is beautiful. The host was helpful and friendly. There was a nice path to walk around the property.

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Jawbone Canyon Campground

60 sites · RVs, Tents33 acres · Cantil, CA

Learn more about this land:Campers, will see a great view of Mojave desert, off road riding area from the camp site, no need to trailer atvs, utvs or dirt bikes. Beautiful landscape and hills, Thousands is acres to ride, old mining rigs in the area. Jawbone Canyon Store sells Camping necessities, firewood and ice. They even have bands playing on holiday weekends..

Booked 1 time

The Des-Art Eco-Retreat

10 sites · RVs5 acres · Lancaster, CA

Learn more about this land:There is The Indian Museum State Park 11 Mins away,A WildFlower Sanctuary also 11 Mins. Downtown Lancaster 28 Min's away. I also Offer My Classes in Tai Chi & Taoist Yoga 3 Day (Fri. Sat. Sun.) Retreats. $100

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Spud's Mojave Outpost

6 sites · RVs5 acres · Lake Los Angeles, CA

5 Acres of scenic Mojave Desert, not yet spoiled by urban sprawl, yet still within reach of the big city.Learn more about this land:Beautiful Mojave desert scenery in all directions including breathtaking view of the San Gabriel Mountains! Multiple geographical formations for hiking, biking, and ohv use within a couple miles! Only 30 minutes from skiing on Table Mountain in Big Pines. Groups welcome. Come on out, feel the sand in your feet, the dry desert air in your hair, and unwind a bit outside of the hustle and bustle of the city.You can get to property with a normal front wheel drive passenger car, but taking it easy is recommended for vehicles that do not have excess ground clearance.

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Large Desert with a Gorgeous View!

20 sites · RVs10 acres · Lake Los Angeles, CA

Learn more about this land:Welcome to our property!Large desert flat land with a gorgeous view! Very secluded area with views across the antelope valley.. rural location but a short drive from the small town nearby. We are near the Neil Armstrong museum, the Antelope Valley Indian Museum State Historic Park, Carl O Gerhardy Wildlife Sanctuary, and the Butte Valley Wildflower Sanctuary!There is plenty to do while you camp here under the stars. Looking forward to your stay!

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Joshua Tree Ranch Los Angeles

5 sites · RVs, Tents3 acres · Lake Hughes, CA

This valley was inhabited by the Kitanemuk tribe for thousands of years. They would live here in the winter, and spend the summers hunting and gathering pine nuts and acorns up in the Tehachapi and San Gabriel mountains. This region is called the Antelope Valley because there used to be antelope-looking creatures called pronghorns.My first trip out here was to watch the Blood Wolf Moon lunar eclipse of 2019. It didn't disappoint! This is the spot to come look at the stars, howl at the moon, eat jerky, draw weird cactus trees in your sketch book, whatever!Learn more about this land:Joshua trees 50 miles closer to LA than the Joshua Tree National Park!This is 2.5 acres of protected Joshua Tree lands in the Antelope Valley north of LA, between the snowy Tehachapi Mountains and the San Gabriel Mountains. My first time out there I saw BOTH ENDS of a rainbow in front of the snowy Tehachapis!! Super dark skies, and a million stars at night. You'll probably see the Milky Way! It does get breezy at night, so dress appropriately.It feels like the wild west out here, and that's the main appeal--no rules, nobody watching. Think long dirt roads, tumbleweeds, bones, and maybe some old bullet shells (there's no shooting allowed on the property anymore). This is not a state-maintained, paved, manicured operation--it's the edge of the desert wilderness. Please respect the property and clean up after yourself!This is for people who are comfortable exploring beyond a concrete slab with electricity and janitor-cleaned restrooms. There are no designated sites, so pick whatever looks good to you. We often have multiple parties at once, so feel free to spread out.This land used to be the domain of the Ketanemuk tribe, which I think means People From The East. In the summer they would go up and hunt and get pine nuts in the Tehachapi Mountains, and acorns from the oak trees in the San Gabriels.The property itself is along a dirt road called Avenue C. It's about a 20 minute drive from the town of Neenach (pronounced Nee-nack), where there's a general store and a cafe. They make a great breakfast burrito. It's also a few minutes from the State Poppy Reserve, which blooms in the spring with miles of California poppies.If you have a larger group or event in mind, get in touch! We can figure out how to accommodate you.

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Camp tiki

10 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Lake Los Angeles, CA

This is a raw piece of desert land. Whether you want to enjoy the views or go riding off in to the desert. There is plenty of space to enjoy your self and relax. No rush of the city and best of all its quiet. Learn more about this land: We are a small farm in the desert with great views and breathtaking sunsets. We Now will be offering music events once a month with a full tiki bar and gourmets tacos by our camp chef. Bring your guns and shoot if you like I don’t mind. Come stay a night and enjoy festive music with bar and grill for late nights serving till 2 am. Inquire about our RV friendly Options and long stay packages. Have a large group of 500 plus? Contact me for further details.

Booked 1 time

Hacienda del Alto Desierto

10 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Phelan, CA

Flat land in the desert, great views of Wrightwood mountain, 5 miles from downtown Phelan, Ca bring your ATV's ride the desert, short drive to El Murage Dry Lake, Silver Lake and Wrightwood, many places to eat, enjoy the sun, we have plenty, take a drive to Barstow, ghost town, very close to Victorville, Apple Pitch your tent, set up trailer, launch your sldie outs and enjoy the desert beatufil views of nearby mountains, star gazing is the best around. Ride the desert enjoy life, enjoy the night life, no evening lights available bring what you need, enjoy coffee in the morning, ham and eggs? Bacon, pancakes. Host will meet you at site.

Booked 1 time

SOCIAL DESERT 🏜️ RAVE

99 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Lake Los Angeles, CA

Adventure, Healing, Nature, Safe, life changer. Learn more about this land: About: Come and enjoy extremely private and quiet 40 Acres of open flat land that's square quarter a mile on each side! There's excellent cell phone signal for your peace of mind. It's perfect for camping under stars, filming your next project, dirt biking or Off-Road Dune Buggies for thrills and adventure, or solitude activities such as hiking, yoga, or spiritual retreats. The possibilities are endless! There are so many different shelters on the property and based on the number of people booking I’ll give you access. We have hosted more than 30 Raves on the land and People love it. Location: 5 minutes away from the famous "Kill Bill" church. 15 minutes away from the nearest city 20 minutes from the freeway 25 minutes from the nearest Hospital Note: Camp sites are self-check in, however, please don't hesitate to contact me, as we are always happy to help. Make sure you are prepared by checking the weather and packing accordingly for the season. Thanks for taking the time to read about Justice Ranch. I hope you enjoy your time!

Jawbone Canyon Campground

60 sites · RVs, Tents33 acres · Cantil, CA

Learn more about this land:Campers, will see a great view of Mojave desert, off road riding area from the camp site, no need to trailer atvs, utvs or dirt bikes. Beautiful landscape and hills, Thousands is acres to ride, old mining rigs in the area. Jawbone Canyon Store sells Camping necessities, firewood and ice. They even have bands playing on holiday weekends..

Joshua Tree Ranch Los Angeles

5 sites · RVs, Tents3 acres · Lake Hughes, CA

This valley was inhabited by the Kitanemuk tribe for thousands of years. They would live here in the winter, and spend the summers hunting and gathering pine nuts and acorns up in the Tehachapi and San Gabriel mountains. This region is called the Antelope Valley because there used to be antelope-looking creatures called pronghorns.My first trip out here was to watch the Blood Wolf Moon lunar eclipse of 2019. It didn't disappoint! This is the spot to come look at the stars, howl at the moon, eat jerky, draw weird cactus trees in your sketch book, whatever!Learn more about this land:Joshua trees 50 miles closer to LA than the Joshua Tree National Park!This is 2.5 acres of protected Joshua Tree lands in the Antelope Valley north of LA, between the snowy Tehachapi Mountains and the San Gabriel Mountains. My first time out there I saw BOTH ENDS of a rainbow in front of the snowy Tehachapis!! Super dark skies, and a million stars at night. You'll probably see the Milky Way! It does get breezy at night, so dress appropriately.It feels like the wild west out here, and that's the main appeal--no rules, nobody watching. Think long dirt roads, tumbleweeds, bones, and maybe some old bullet shells (there's no shooting allowed on the property anymore). This is not a state-maintained, paved, manicured operation--it's the edge of the desert wilderness. Please respect the property and clean up after yourself!This is for people who are comfortable exploring beyond a concrete slab with electricity and janitor-cleaned restrooms. There are no designated sites, so pick whatever looks good to you. We often have multiple parties at once, so feel free to spread out.This land used to be the domain of the Ketanemuk tribe, which I think means People From The East. In the summer they would go up and hunt and get pine nuts in the Tehachapi Mountains, and acorns from the oak trees in the San Gabriels.The property itself is along a dirt road called Avenue C. It's about a 20 minute drive from the town of Neenach (pronounced Nee-nack), where there's a general store and a cafe. They make a great breakfast burrito. It's also a few minutes from the State Poppy Reserve, which blooms in the spring with miles of California poppies.If you have a larger group or event in mind, get in touch! We can figure out how to accommodate you.

12 top campgrounds near California City with wildlife watching

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ArtFarm Movie Ranch & Nomad NeXuS

51 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 Movie Ranch and Nature space is the perfect location for all your artistic needs and 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!

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Camping @ Quail Run Ostrich Ranch

7 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 and 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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A Unique Mountain Retreat

12 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.

SunHawk Retreat

1 site · Lodging40 acres · Onyx, CA

The SunHawk retreat is a full off-grid eco-dome and 20 acre camp property directly connected to 10,000 acres of public land for hiking, climbing, and stunning views of the Sierra Mountains. The property has complete amenities including a hot tub, 1500sq ft deck, and 2 bedrooms. Magnificent views and perfect peace.

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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 spots 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! While our site 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, 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. Fire pit with wood chairs and bench for lounging 4. Hammock for relaxing and stargazing 5. Toilet/Shower cabin. Thetford Porta Potti flush toilet, sink with foot water pump, mirror, Eccotemp hot shower We provide towels and soap 6. Cowboy Pool 6ft. Open seasonally May - Oct 7. The Geo Dome Tent 23ft (7M) is equipped with everything 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 - Kitchen Island with kitchen utensils, pots, tableware - Portable Power Station EcoFlow River Mini for charging and power devices - Propane Portable Heater, indoor-safe (Propane gas is include) - Solar lights - Fresh towel-Fresh linen- Books games for entertainment - fire extinguisher, first aid kit, etc. Please note - water in the tank is not drinkable and has a distinct taste Please plan for a “leave no trace” style camping and to take your trash with you upon check out

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Bare All Retreat

31 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents138 acres · Caliente, CA

Welcome to our 138-acre ranch and farm, nestled amidst the stunning natural beauty of our mountainous landscape. With a creek running through the front and steep mountains in the rear, our property offers a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Explore the many old gold miners trails that crisscross our land, now perfect for horseback riding and OHV adventures. Our working ranch and farm provide a glimpse into traditional agricultural practices, with opportunities to observe and participate in farm activities. Keep an eye out for free-range cattle roaming the area, adding to the rustic charm of our mountainous terrain. Discover hidden valleys with seasonal waterfalls and year-round springs, offering peaceful retreats and refreshing natural beauty. Whether you're seeking adventure on the trails, relaxation by the creek, or a glimpse into rural life on the farm, our 138-acre property has something for everyone to enjoy amidst the serene beauty of nature.

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Diamond Acres Camp 🏕

7 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents290 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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Nomad NeXus @ Lonesome Ranch

7 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents9 acres · Leona Valley, CA

Staying with us gives you the best of both worlds. Nature, Serenity and Connectivity. Enjoy the seclusion and privacy of your own little spot in nature knowing that you have an instant community & can still have access to fast internet speed in most places of the ranch thanks to our 2 starling internet networks. Also there are always some awesome, helpful people near by ready to help you with anything you might need. And YES, your always welcome to hop into our sparkling swimming pool, join us at our fun Western Saloon and play billiards, hang out at the bar and meet other campers and ranch hands and join us at our campfire and enjoy all the other cool amenities which make up our ArtFarm community! Most camp sites are just a short 5 minute walk from our main ranch house were you have access to our community kitchen, Showers, air-conditioned co- workspace w unlimited, high speed Starlink internet for all your online work needs, a Movie projector area, indoor fireplace and With tons of hiking and ATV trails there is lots to do and explore and with all the friendly people and projects going on close by at Art Farm you might just get inspired to make some friends or be more creative yourself and start tinkering with your own art or craft projects. As far as supplies, Leona Valley has a well stocked little mini mart, gas and a a great little restaurant called "Jacks Place" with yummy food and amazing draft beer .... all just 10 minutes drive down the dirt road.

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Wandering Star Ranch

1 site · RV, Tent15 acres · Weldon, CA

Learn more about this land: A large private dispersed group camp- Entire property (all sites) included in rental. 7 night maximum. Longer possible with discussion. 15 acres yours to enjoy. Take your jeep or ATVs through our gates straight into the BrightStar BLM Wilderness which abuts the property on two sides. Beginners can ride the extensive trails on the property itself. Play your music, dance naked, let your dogs run free... Enjoy the fantastic star gazing. Visit the primitive firing range a two minute walk away or by jeep, or plink varmints on site. Hiking, Biking. Nearby fishing, swimming, boating in the Kern River or Lake . The Brightstar wilderness extends to Jawbone canyon. Situated on the back side of the lake, this site provides more sunlight time than many other sites around the lake. In some cases close to 2 hours. Close to the lake at Mt. Mesa, boat launch, South fork Audubon nature preserve, restaurants, and scenic back road to Kernville. Verizon has good service Gas/Diesel and Market with Deli 5 minutes away. (Ice, wood, adult beverages, fishing tackle, full grocery)

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Wild Wash Regenerative Ranch

1 site · Tent5 acres · Silver Lakes, CA

Escape to a living oasis on our family land lab in the middle of the Great Mojave Desert! Located right off Historic Route 66, Wild Wash Ranch is situated at the top of a hill boasting 360 degree views of the Mojave River to the West, The San Bernardino Mountains to the South, Silver Lakes to the North, and the vast open desert to the East. THIS IS A WORKING REGENERATIVE FARM. We harvest rainwater from our farm structures, produce our own energy, grow and raise fruit trees, fodder trees, native plants, chickens, rabbits, and dogs. Our farm is carefully managed every day in order to ensure a regenerative future of local ecological resilience. We welcome anyone interested in learning about and participating in protecting our desert and working with nature to produce abundance for all! Less than 5 miles away from the farm is the community of Silver Lakes, with grocery stores, restaurants, beaches, and parks. Very close by you’ll find famous Route 66 attractions such as Elmers Bottle Ranch, Cross Eyed Cow Pizza, and Antique Station. Locals in this area also frequent nearby attractions such as Palisades Ranch, Deep Creek Hot Springs, and Silverwood Lake. Immerse yourself in the future of farming at our evolving, experimental ranch, where dryland innovation meets off-grid charm. Unplug, unwind, and witness the beauty of dynamic desert resilience as you explore our rolling landscape. Watch the sunset over the Mojave River, camp under the stars and join us on a journey to redefine sustainable living – a unique adventure awaits on this eco-friendly retreat! Wild Wash Ranch is a working regenerative farm serving as the flagship demonstration site for Seeds Of Succession, a permaculture nonprofit working to empower local communities through land stewardship practices aimed toward reversing desertification, and promoting food sovereignty. Fire pit, firewood, and outdoor seating provided, as well as a rocket stove for quick, fuel efficient outdoor cooking so you won’t have to miss the sunset to prepare dinner!

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Terra Vivus

3 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Lake Hughes, CA

Terra Vivus is Latin for "The Earth is alive." Welcome to a great balance of being away from civilization, engulfed in nature with peace and quiet yet also being 10 minutes away from the nearest market and 30 minutes away from the nearest city. Chipmunks, crows, doves, crickets, coyotes, sparrows and many other creatures call this land home. This is protected land called a Significant Ecological Area mostly because of the thousands of Joshua Trees. Send a photo/video of you sharing your water with the plants at terra.vivus.inquiries@gmail.com and receive $3 off your stay. 25% of all revenue goes to restoring, preserving and enhancing the existing ecosystem. Come experience and contribute to the preservation of this beautiful landscape. It can be windy at times, in order to mitigate this I recommend using your car(s) to block the wind. Local markets also sell neck gaiters for face protection. I also have pieces of plywood with bricks that you're welcome to move and shift to fit your needs. I am in the process of building a tree/shrub wind block. There's about .4 miles of dirt road to get to the property, there are some dips to watch out for but I come out here in a little Prius so it's manageable. Overall, there is an element of seclusion but occasionally people do drive by on the dirt road. I would rate the cell phone service a 7/10, it's pretty solid but can go out at times.

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Double Triangle Ranch

3 sites · RVs, Tents12 acres · Weldon, CA

Once settled by Tubatulabel and Shoshoni tribes, this area is rich with reminders of their habitation. Grinding rocks near Tipi camp are one of those. When gold was discovered in the Kern River Valley, most of the native tribes were displaced but their decendents here in the KRV keep the history alive with language studies and cultural events.

Dog-friendly getaways

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OHV Roadside Paradise

1 site · RV1 acre · California City, CA

Right by the road. Easy access. Fun OHV Trails.Learn more about this land:Park your RV and bring your OHV. This patch of land is perfect for all your desert toys. Off the main road. Easy access to food, water, and supplies.Bring the whole family. Pets welcome. Can also supply RV and/or generator if needed.

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The Ki Ranch

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Rosamond, CA

Incredible mountain views. The land is 1.25 acres of Zen and serenity. The property is vacant right now with just some desert plants. Great for a romantic getaway, yoga retreat, meditating, hiking in the right weather, and enjoying the mountains and sunsets. Great fun if you have a dirt bike or RV. It's very close to Willow Springs Raceway, the Feline Conservation Center, the local casino, and Edwards Airforce Base. About an hour and a half from LA City. Only 10 minutes from town if you need to get gas, try out a local eatery, or even go gambling.

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Artist Housings fun land

50 sites · Tents320 acres · Randsburg, CA

Its tons of open land to do whatever u want with it. But leave no trace. Pack it in pack it out.Learn more about this land:320 acres of desert mountains. Great views. Very private. No neighbors for miles. Ridgecrest is 15 minute drive. We are laid back you can do anything you want as long as it's safe and legal. There is an RV on site with a bathroom available for your use. Once booked we will let you know where we hide the keys. (Water does not work unless you connect the RV battery to another vehicle with jumper cables.) This means no water to shower with and dont put anything but the provided Toilet Paper and human waste down the toilet.

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High Desert, Joshua Trees, & Views

11 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Rosamond, CA

**Amazing Stargazing! No light pollution! One of the best places near LA to enjoy the constellation covered night sky! 10 acre desert property with many Joshua Trees, with stunning stargazing, sunsets, and sunrises year round, and overflowing with millions of blooming wildflowers in the Spring around April/May. Only half a mile hike to the PCT (Pacific Crest Trail). The property is filled with endless, amazing panoramic mountain, hill, and valley views. Tons of dirt roads and trails through the hills in total raw natural beauty for you to explore and enjoy the true beauty of nature, just a little over an hour from Los Angeles, right by the county line. Immerse yourself in the peace and tranquility of the high desert, leave refreshed and ready for all that life has in store. Please ask about our other listing "California Poppy Wildflower Fields", #1 on Hipcamp for Los Angeles Area Camping. Also, we offer monthly and annual memberships with major discounts, as well as Unlimited camping passes! Follow Us @CaliforniaCampingClub

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Looking to experience the great outdoors near California City, California? With over 1900 options available on Hipcamp, you're sure to find the perfect camping spot for wildlife watching. Whether you prefer tent camping or RV camping, Hipcamp has got you covered. Check out top-rated campsites like Cuyama Badlands (1681 reviews), Holcomb Valley Ranch (470 reviews), and River Ridge Ranch - 722 acres (348 reviews). With amenities like potable water, toilets, and showers available, you'll have all the essentials for a comfortable camping trip. Plus, you can enjoy activities like biking, wildlife watching, and fishing during your stay. So pack your gear, and get ready for an unforgettable outdoor adventure in California!

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