The best star host campgrounds near Costa Mesa, California

Looking to experience the great outdoors near Costa Mesa, California? Hipcamp has over 1207 camping options available in the area, ranging from rustic cabins to tent sites. With an average price per night of $45 and options as low as $11, there's something for every budget. Check out top campsites like Down-to-Earth Ecoshire (552 reviews), The Desert Rose Collective (378 reviews), and Splitrock Farm and Retreat (320 reviews) to see why they're so popular. Enjoy amenities like toilets, pet-friendly accommodations, and trash disposal. And for those seeking adventure, you'll find activities such as wind sports, hiking, and whitewater paddling to keep you entertained. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to experience the great outdoors near Costa Mesa, California? Hipcamp has over 1207 camping options available in the area, ranging from rustic cabins to tent sites. With an average price per night of $45 and options as low as $11, there's something for every budget. Check out top campsites like Down-to-Earth Ecoshire (552 reviews), The Desert Rose Collective (378 reviews), and Splitrock Farm and Retreat (320 reviews) to see why they're so popular. Enjoy amenities like toilets, pet-friendly accommodations, and trash disposal. And for those seeking adventure, you'll find activities such as wind sports, hiking, and whitewater paddling to keep you entertained. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Rustic Wooded Ranch -Creekside Stay

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41mi from Costa Mesa · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Temecula, CA

Welcome to **Gemini Moon Ranch**, a hidden gem nestled in the rolling hills of De Luz just outside Temecula, CA. This 5-acre historic ranch offers guests a unique chance to reconnect—with nature, with history, and with themselves. Whether you're pitching a tent under the stars or settling into one of our rustic rooms, you’ll be surrounded by oak groves, native plants, and the peaceful soundtrack of birdsong and rustling leaves. The ranch is part of a living preservation project dedicated to honoring the legacy of California ranch life and the art of master craftsman Robert Morris, whose handmade metalwork still adorns parts of the property. During your stay, you’ll notice thoughtful details that blend history with charm, from vintage touches to handmade features. **Campers** will enjoy shaded spots beneath the trees, a year round creek, access to a communal outdoor kitchen and deck, and the serenity of being completely immersed in nature. Fall asleep to the sound of the breeze through the oaks and wake up with deer passing by your tent. **Room guests** stay in one of our lovingly restored farmhouse suites—each with its own story, private entrance, and access to modern comforts while maintaining rustic authenticity. **What to Expect:** 🌿 Creek access for seasonal dips or quiet meditation 🔥 Fire pit and outdoor gathering space 🌌 Unbelievable stargazing on clear nights 🛏 Cozy rooms with character and comfort 🌸 Native gardens, fruit trees, and visiting pollinators 🚿 Outdoor shower and rustic bathroom access for campers 🎨 Optional add-ons: private chef meals, yoga, massage, or stained glass classes We’re a quiet, soulful space—perfect for couples, artists, writers, nature lovers, or anyone needing a pause from the rush. Whether you come for a night or a weekend, you’ll leave with your feet a little dirtier, your heart a little fuller, and maybe even a few stories to tell.

2. Secluded De Luz Goat Ranch

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40mi from Costa Mesa · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Fallbrook, CA

Nestled beneath majestic oak trees on a secluded 40+ acres ranch. This fabulous site combines the beauty of a North County San Diego picturesque park like setting with the convenience of nearby downtown Fallbrook, approximate 5 miles away. This ranch is private and serene with a roaming heard of 20+ goats of varying breeds and ages. What a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking for peace and quiet! Local near by attractions include Monserate Winery, Grand Tradition Estate and Gardens, Kenny's Strawberry Farm, Fallbrook Winery, Fallbrook Gem and Mineral Museum, Los Jilgueros Preserve, and Santa Margarita River Trail Preserve.

3. 2 Sites-Vintage Trailer/Roomy Loft

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45mi from Costa Mesa · 3 sites · Lodging · Oceanside, CA

Unique Glamping Escape Ocean breezes and mountain views in historic Plumosa Heights, Oceanside's oldest neighborhood! Minimize your footprint, while maximizing your visit to Oceanside! Our entire property is solar-powered. Our property is nestled in a private cul de sac on the edge of a canyon. Site 1. Our meticulously restored 1967 Boles Aero Trailer Paz located in a private, gated space with eastern corridor views. Enjoy the full size organic futon, there is a refrigerator, coffee maker, basic cookware and glassware. Its equipped with a water-less, composting toilet, standing shower, towels, beach chairs & umbrella. This unique space is perfect for a romantic getaway for two or a solo adventure. There is space outside to relax with a fire pit and lights. Site 2. Consider our Cielo Loft if more space is what you need. Unwind in our cozy, vintage 2-bedroom, 2-bath loft with garden and eastern corridor views. A larger space with 1 queen size futon and 1 full size bed, full bathrooms, towels, a fully equipped kitchen, coffee maker and a t.v. in the living room. Hangout on the upper landing in the morning with a hot cup of coffee. From our spot, you can walk through the tree lined neighborhoods to charming cafes, vintage stores, a variety of restaurants and the iconic Oceanside pier, all within a mile! If its good food you enjoy, our local breweries and restaurants satisfy every appetite. Every Thursday morning brings the charming downtown Farmers Market with art, locally grown fresh fruits and veggies as well as delicious prepared food. Thursday evenings come alive with the bustling Sunset Market's local artists, music, and a variety of delectable food vendors. These are both located in downtown Oceanside. Its easy to explore beyond Oceanside too! Our location between San Diego and Los Angeles makes day trips a breeze with the train station just a half-mile away. Easily venture to cities to the south, north and even east for the day via the train. Or for those who prefer to explore by bike, we have hybrid bicycles to rent at a flat rate; explore the beach and neighborhoods on two wheels. Ridecircuit.com/oceanside offers local transportation services within Oceanside if needed. The fares are moderate and the service picks you up at your location.

4. Skoolie in a secluded meadow

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48mi from Costa Mesa · 1 site · Lodging · Littlerock, CA

This was originally a Girl Scout camp called Singing Pines back in the 30’s. You’ll see as you roam around some of the original buildings and structures. It hasn’t been in operation as a Girl Scout camp for over 30 years. The neighbor camp bought the lease but haven’t had the funds to revive it yet. DIRECTIONS: Take Exit for Angeles Crest Hwy (Hwy 2) from the 210 Go North, up the mountain for 29 miles Turn left on Sulpher Springs Rd Go about a mile and you will see a Singing Pines sign up on a hill on the right side. There is a white gate which is usually open but if it's closed go ahead and open it. Go down that driveway about a mile and turn left at the fork. Follow that road down and around the lake staying to the right. Once you passed the lake there will be a little uphill and the location is on the left. Learn more about this land: The Skoolie is a converted short bus with two love seats that convert to an RV queen bed, sink, stove top, dinette, and over head lights. Outside is a private meadow with a short walk to a small lake. You can bring your fishing gear. It's stocked with Bass and Bluegill. Outside the Skoolie is a picnic table, fire pit (firewood $10 a bundle) and a hammock. Up the hill, a very short walk is the private campground toilet facility. This is not shared with anyone else. No cell phone reception no linens bring a sleeping bag or warm blankets. You can charge your phone in the Skoolie for a sunrise alarm or just to take pictures.

5. Hay Barn on Working Sheep Ranch

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51mi from Costa Mesa · 1 site · Lodging · Temecula, CA

NOTE: Namaste Farms is a true working farm with copious amounts of sheep, goats, chickens, peafowl, and countless other animals. Along with those, we have free range squirrels, rabbits, flies, dust and yes, even free range spiders. If you're wanting a rustic experience that gives you a break from city life and you can handle dust, dirt, cobwebs (and these can happen over night inside your cottage and WILL be in the common areas), with sounds of animals vocalizing at all hours of the day and night, then Namaste Farms is a perfect fit for you. While most guests (and your hosts) see the idiosyncrasies and obvious cohabitation with animals and bugs beautiful, you may not. If your primary focus is on amenities, and you're looking for a completely dust/dirt, cobweb/bug, and animal/animal sound free experience, a working farm is probably not a good fit for you. We are dog friendly, but to keep our free range animals safe (and we have had them injured or killed by people not recognizing that dogs are predatory by nature), please keep your dog easily under control and on a short leash at all times. Also, because it's not possible to control your dog on a long line, dogs may NOT be tied or tethered anywhere on the property. For the sake of the antique furniture, do not leave your dog alone in the cottage unless they are crate trained and in a crate. If you want to let your dog off leash, 2 blocks down our road (and off property), there is a large scrub field where you can let your dog run free. Thank you for supporting this 501c3 charity where all the revenue goes to support the animals and the large number of dogs we foster from high kill shelters. This booking is for the Hay Barn cottage located at Namaste Farms in the heart of Temecula's Wine Country. This is a beautiful and quiet (with the exception of animal/farm sounds) private working farm situated down a wide and maintained disintegrated granite/dirt rd. While the cottage is only 1/2 a mile from the city limits, it has a rural feel and is centrally located to all wineries and most of the major equestrian facilities including Galway Downs, Green Acres and California Ranch Company. For those who are coming to Temecula for horse shows, we also have a large barn with bedded stalls and turnouts (for an additional fee). There are designated horse trails right outside our gates which will even take you to Galway Downs. If you're into golf, you can enjoy Temecula's 7 PGA golf courses or Pechanga Casino which are also within a short driving distance to the farm. If horses or golf isn't your thing, you can visit Temecula Valley wineries which are all within 1/2-3.8 miles of the cottage gates. The wineries are not within walking distance of each other, and if you want to peruse all of them, we can arrange a driver for you (30.00/hour) who will drive (Jaguar) and take you anywhere within Temecula/Murrieta while happily waiting for you so you can quickly go to your next destination. If you're not interested in any of the above activities and simply want a "staycation," you can hang out here where you're welcomed to walk around the farm and interact with the animals. At night, enjoy the sounds of serenity while roasting marshmallows at our wine barrel fire pit! The "Hay Barn" cottage is a studio with high ceilings, a beautiful stained glass window, a kitchenette and a rustically chic bathroom. The Hay Barn sleeps 3; one queen bed with a twin pull out. Please let us know ahead of time if you need the pullout and you MUST put the accurate number of people who are staying here. If you have more people in your group and don't want to share, please check out the main cottage, Hammie and the Treehouse in separate listings. Please keep in mind that we are not a "pretend farm" set up to simply attract people to our facility. This is an actual working farm where shepherdess, Natalie Redding (Nat Geo Wild's, Shear Madness) and her working dogs, Lacey, Lad and Nesta work every day. This means there is dirt, dust, chickens, peacocks, alfalfa, sheep, bugs, and other living beings associated with nature and farm life. People who've not had the opportunity to experience the beautiful and grounding life on a working farm may not understand this. I do stress that if you're an animal lover who is excited about staying at a true working farm, your co-guests may not share your verve. Please let them know there is dirt, dust, very little concrete or pavement, and they will surely leave with dust on their shoes. That said, I'm a frequent Louboutin wearer and I regularly chassé in my stilettos; dirt ground and all. Interested about life on a working sheep ranch? Check out Airbnb's Farm Experience!

Stories from the community

Ryan

2 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Secluded De Luz Goat Ranch

The stay was perfect. Fire pit under the oak tree was so nice. The tire swing was so entertaining for my 3 year old. Site 1 is fully encapsulated by trees. The other sites look more open. Owners are really nice. For site 1 if you have 4x4 you can get there but you need to be good driver and brush will probably hit the side of truck. my 2017 Colorado w small rack just barely made height and sides got brush slightly scratching sides which I don’t mind as my truck is beat up. I would go back for sure. Creek was not running even after a recent big rain but not a deal breaker. No cell service for T-Mobile

Helayna

2 weeks ago

20 ft travel trailer

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Secluded De Luz Goat Ranch

This site was amazing 10/10 would come again and amazing hosts.

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Ryan

3 weeks ago

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Secluded De Luz Goat Ranch

Franks land was great, he has 40+ acres of space to explore. My 2 kids loved climbing the boulders. Note: there are no facilities or running or running water, only a porta potty. So plan accordingly.

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catherine

November 2025

Weekend Trip to 2 Sites-Vintage Trailer/Roomy Loft

I loved the location, decor, and privacy all in an urban space. Would recommend if you just need to crash and wanna see this beautiful part of California. I do wish the oven was functional so only cook stove top while your there. Best cozy vibes!

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Sara

November 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Rustic Wooded Ranch -Creekside Stay

Gemini Moon Ranch is a wonderfully unique and charming place. We stayed in the Artist Gallery and it was so cute and comfortable. We also did a stained glass class with Tracy which was amazing!! Will definitely be coming back for Soulful Sundays, one of their events and a girls weekend.

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Nick

November 2025

Weekend Trip to Skoolie in a secluded meadow

This trip was incredible! The area was very private, and there were lots of great amenities. Brian left us a large trash can with a bag, and a cooler stocked with ice. We'll definitely be coming back.

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Chris

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Rustic Wooded Ranch -Creekside Stay

Tracy and Peter were great hosts. Upon arriving we were greeted, given a tour of the ranch and ensured that we had everything we needed. The dogs were great company and the scenery was great.

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Elizabeth

October 2025

19 ft pop-up camper

With pets

Weekend Trip to Rustic Wooded Ranch -Creekside Stay

Magical, wonderful, historic place! The creativity, respect for nature & resourcefulness make Gemini Moon Ranch a truly energetic & restorative environment. Don’t miss an opportunity to visit, stay, or celebrate an event ~ the positive energy will find you elevated & better for it

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Nathan

October 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Secluded De Luz Goat Ranch

My wife and I’s camping experience was fantastic! A beautiful piece of land with sun rays shooting through the trees and stars peeking. Frank was so kind and pleasant to talk with. Our dogs had an amazing time as well. There are plenty of trees in the camp so there’s no shortage of leash tie off points:) I fully recommend camping here.

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Debany

October 2025

1 night at 2 Sites-Vintage Trailer/Roomy Loft

I loved this space! So cute and thoughtful, not a far walk from the ocean/restaurants. Would definitely stay again.

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Brandon

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Secluded De Luz Goat Ranch

It was exactly what we wanted, a private campsite with zero hassle. A great place to get away for a night. We didn’t see the goats, but still had fun.

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Michael

September 2025

20 ft campervan

With pets

Weekend Trip to Secluded De Luz Goat Ranch

Nice camping spot 40 minutes from my house for a quick night with the kiddos. We did not get to see the goats. Maybe next time.

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Brandon

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Rustic Wooded Ranch -Creekside Stay

The host was extremely kind and went above and beyond to make sure all our needs were met. Communication was quick and helpful, and every request was handled with genuine care. The place was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described. Overall, a wonderful experience — highly recommended!

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Delaney

September 2025

Weekend Trip to 2 Sites-Vintage Trailer/Roomy Loft

Was everything we wanted for the weekend and more! A beautiful site to hang out at, the camper was gorgeous on the inside, very modern with just enough amenities! Can't wait to come back!

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Julissa

September 2025

Weekend Trip to 2 Sites-Vintage Trailer/Roomy Loft

This was such a peaceful expirence waking up in the morning seeing the sun rise over the mountains walking to the beach and drinking coffee at the local cafes coming back for a cozy tea in a space that took me back in time with the clasic interior of 1967 really helped me reset and tune in i used the radio cd and caset player and cooked some yummy foods I enjoyed every moment in this space thank you

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Mark

September 2025

Weekend Trip to 2 Sites-Vintage Trailer/Roomy Loft

The camper was a great weekend getaway. Check in and out was very smooth. Great location, great times. Will definitely be recommending to friends.

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Stephanie

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Secluded De Luz Goat Ranch

Beautiful shaded site with loads of trees and tropical atmosphere.

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Sandra

August 2025

With pets

1 night at Rustic Wooded Ranch -Creekside Stay

This property is very unique. It’s rustic but has so much charm. The trees, the wild life and the never ending wonderful quiet. We were 6 women 60s and 70s we thoroughly enjoyed our stay in The Gallery. Tracey and Pete, not only magnificent custodians of a site with such historical interest, they are the hosts we all wish to meet! If you feel like you need to unplug or unwind head out to this place, you won’t be disappointed. There are many nooks and cranny’s inside and out to sit and be quiet, or just talking. Something to enjoy!

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Lily

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Secluded De Luz Goat Ranch

My husband and I enjoyed our camping trip! We had privacy and were able to enjoy the outdoors. Our host, Frank, is so friendly and generous! Would come back!

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Ethan

August 2025

1 night at 2 Sites-Vintage Trailer/Roomy Loft

Very clean, great location, outdoor space, has all the amenities you need. Great host, easy process of checking in/out.