12 Best Private Campsites Near Elizabeth Lake, CA, US 2026

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for finding the perfect camping experience. If you're looking for a private campsite near Elizabeth Lake, California, we've got you covered. With over 100 options available, you're sure to find the perfect spot that fits your style and budget. Whether you're into surfing, off-roading, or paddling, our campsites offer a variety of activities to satisfy your adventurous spirit. And with popular amenities like showers, toilets, and campfires, you'll have all the comforts of home while immersing yourself in nature. Check out our top campsites like Cuyama Badlands with 1681 reviews, Ballard Walnut Grove with 291 reviews, or Campsite 3 & 4 with 80 reviews. So pack your bags, grab your gear, and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for finding the perfect camping experience. If you're looking for a private campsite near Elizabeth Lake, California, we've got you covered. With over 100 options available, you're sure to find the perfect spot that fits your style and budget. Whether you're into surfing, off-roading, or paddling, our campsites offer a variety of activities to satisfy your adventurous spirit. And with popular amenities like showers, toilets, and campfires, you'll have all the comforts of home while immersing yourself in nature. Check out our top campsites like Cuyama Badlands with 1681 reviews, Ballard Walnut Grove with 291 reviews, or Campsite 3 & 4 with 80 reviews. So pack your bags, grab your gear, and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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1. AntFarm LA

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28mi from Elizabeth Lake · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · La Crescenta Montrose, CA

Looking for a quick escape from the city for a peaceful place to recharge? AntFarm LA offers a private, quiet retreat in nature where you can disconnect from the buzz of city life with the convenience of the city nearby. Hand-built with love and a couple of shovels by our family and friends, this hike-in, tent-only site is the perfect oasis for locals and visitors alike. As you embark on the short hike up, you will experience breathtaking views, shaded trails, and a sense of calm as you arrive at your campsite. You’ll enjoy stunning sunsets, sunrises, and the tranquil sound of birds chirping—an idyllic backdrop to clear your mind. We’ve thoughtfully added a few comforts so you can enjoy nature without completely leaving modern conveniences behind. Take advantage of amenities like a refrigerator, sink, a bathroom with a flushable toilet, and a shower to refresh after a day of exploring. We also have a few electrical outlets and WiFi if you need to stay connected online or charge your devices. If you want to howl at the moon, we have some more remote hike-in campsites available. Send us a message for details. Out of respect to our neighbors, we do not allow car camping in our parking lot. Car or RV sleeping is permitted on our Van Pad site only, although we do not provide RV hookups. To preserve the quiet, off-the-grid atmosphere we’ve created, we ask that you respect our noise curfew of 10PM. We look forward to having you stay!

2. A Unique Mountain Retreat

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29mi from Elizabeth Lake · 12 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · 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.

3. Topanga Cabins

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40mi from Elizabeth Lake · 2 sites · Lodging · Topanga, CA

Your very own Private Cabin on Gated Property, next to wilderness, with hundreds of miles of fire roads, mountain bike and hiking trails in clean open air to refresh your spirit for a day trip or location. Skylights above a queen bed and a beautiful tile mosaic are just two of the many things that make this such a unique retreat. Please ask, obvious questions are welcome The Guest Cabin is your perfect escape from urban confusion and the stress of social distancing, with all amenities for a perfect getaway! We use CDC safe guidelines for cleaning your private shower, kitchenette, and bathroom, as well as a queen bed with fresh sheets under star gazers' skylights, and WiFi so you can work! Only 22 miles from downtown Los Angeles, it feels like 100 miles from civilization. 15 minutes' drive to the beach, 30 minutes to Santa Monica. We have over 70 live oaks on the property to filter the perfect air. So far from the roar of civilization, you will think you are in another world! You will have your cabin and ample, beautiful outdoor space all to yourselves with access to hiking trails and fire roads through a private gate. You will have parking for one car directly in front of the cabin with paid parking for a second car, as we have very limited parking! We have a wonderful variety of wildlife that lives on our property, but the presence of Coyotes and Mountain lions in the area requires me to caution bringing your own pets, as we cannot guarantee their safety! We have Bobcats and a resident Gray Fox family with daily sightings in our meadow, rumored to once be the oldest vineyard in Topanga. Owls grace the night with their call, and Red Tail Hawks ply the morning sky, but silence is our calling card considering the chaos just over the hill!

4. Desert Stargazers Dream

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49mi from Elizabeth Lake · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · California City, CA

Learn more about this land: Less them 3 hours from Los Angeles, this private property is 2 acres of the secluded desert for you to enjoy! Just outside California City, there are miles of roads for the off-road enthusiast and some of the best stargazing in California. (As the Mayor once said, you can see more stars in California City then you could in Los Angeles). There is also great rockhounding and hiking opportunities! Campers can set up camp anywhere on the property but we also have an area cleared off for tent or car camping. There is also a firepit - enjoy and have a huge bon fire! Fires are allowed but must be completely put out, and campers must bring all their own supplies. All off-roading must get permit before hand - contact host for details.

5. Happy Gray Coyote

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36mi from Elizabeth Lake · 3 sites · RVs · California City, CA

Property has been in my family for 60 years. Hope you enjoy the desert getaway!Learn more about this land:5 acres of open desert. Great views of surrounding mountains. Middle of nowhere, a great spot to get away from it all.. star gaze, and just chill out. Boon dock off the grid. NO Facilities but town has everything you could need and just far enough away... If you plan on having a campfire please obtain a burn permit on line. Its free and a great fire safety precaution. Obviously NO FIREWORKS.   

6. Casa Zen

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46mi from Elizabeth Lake · 2 sites · Tents · Piñon Hills, CA

"Escape to Tranquility – Serene Tent Spaces Available Nestled on 2.5 acres of peaceful land, our property offers the perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. Owned and lovingly maintained by a husband and wife team who have been working the land for the past 3 years, this space provides an idyllic setting to relax, unwind, and reconnect with yourself. Enjoy breathtaking mountain views, minimal traffic to no traffic, and complete serenity. The land is fully fenced for privacy, with just enough wildlife to keep things interesting, but not overwhelming. This is an intentional space that strives for silence, making it ideal for those seeking solitude—whether you’re journaling, writing, or simply basking in the stillness of nature. We offer a unique camping experience. Amenities include an outdoor stone cold shower and a rustic outhouse restroom built by the owners. Come escape the city, relax in nature, and embrace a slower pace of life.” Property Size: 2.5 Acres

7. Antelope Canyon Ranch

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28mi from Elizabeth Lake · 17 sites · Tents, RVs · Tehachapi, CA

The Ranch has many varied sites to explore from oak woodlands to pine covered woods. The ownership of the land has been held since 1883 by the Summit Lime Company and was until the 1930's the site of several lime quarries one of which was used to supply material for the Owens valley to Los Angeles aquaduct. Current utilization is for recreation, private hunting club, timber production, and cattle grazing. The campground was built in 1967 to provide a location for church, non-profit, and youth groups to enjoy a private, and safe location for outdoor recreation activities. Camping is restricted to family and group activities. The campground has 17 sites a comfort station, water hook-ups, fire ring, and 4X8 foot stone BAR-B-Que. In order to provide a private experience no two groups are scheduled at the same time. An ideal group size is 15 to 150 persons.

Camper favorites near Elizabeth Lake

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Desert Stargazers Dream

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49mi from Elizabeth Lake · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · California City, CA

Learn more about this land: Less them 3 hours from Los Angeles, this private property is 2 acres of the secluded desert for you to enjoy! Just outside California City, there are miles of roads for the off-road enthusiast and some of the best stargazing in California. (As the Mayor once said, you can see more stars in California City then you could in Los Angeles). There is also great rockhounding and hiking opportunities! Campers can set up camp anywhere on the property but we also have an area cleared off for tent or car camping. There is also a firepit - enjoy and have a huge bon fire! Fires are allowed but must be completely put out, and campers must bring all their own supplies. All off-roading must get permit before hand - contact host for details.

Happy Gray Coyote

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36mi from Elizabeth Lake · 3 sites · RVs · California City, CA

Property has been in my family for 60 years. Hope you enjoy the desert getaway!Learn more about this land:5 acres of open desert. Great views of surrounding mountains. Middle of nowhere, a great spot to get away from it all.. star gaze, and just chill out. Boon dock off the grid. NO Facilities but town has everything you could need and just far enough away... If you plan on having a campfire please obtain a burn permit on line. Its free and a great fire safety precaution. Obviously NO FIREWORKS.   

Casa Zen

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46mi from Elizabeth Lake · 2 sites · Tents · Piñon Hills, CA

"Escape to Tranquility – Serene Tent Spaces Available Nestled on 2.5 acres of peaceful land, our property offers the perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. Owned and lovingly maintained by a husband and wife team who have been working the land for the past 3 years, this space provides an idyllic setting to relax, unwind, and reconnect with yourself. Enjoy breathtaking mountain views, minimal traffic to no traffic, and complete serenity. The land is fully fenced for privacy, with just enough wildlife to keep things interesting, but not overwhelming. This is an intentional space that strives for silence, making it ideal for those seeking solitude—whether you’re journaling, writing, or simply basking in the stillness of nature. We offer a unique camping experience. Amenities include an outdoor stone cold shower and a rustic outhouse restroom built by the owners. Come escape the city, relax in nature, and embrace a slower pace of life.” Property Size: 2.5 Acres

Antelope Canyon Ranch

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28mi from Elizabeth Lake · 17 sites · Tents, RVs · Tehachapi, CA

The Ranch has many varied sites to explore from oak woodlands to pine covered woods. The ownership of the land has been held since 1883 by the Summit Lime Company and was until the 1930's the site of several lime quarries one of which was used to supply material for the Owens valley to Los Angeles aquaduct. Current utilization is for recreation, private hunting club, timber production, and cattle grazing. The campground was built in 1967 to provide a location for church, non-profit, and youth groups to enjoy a private, and safe location for outdoor recreation activities. Camping is restricted to family and group activities. The campground has 17 sites a comfort station, water hook-ups, fire ring, and 4X8 foot stone BAR-B-Que. In order to provide a private experience no two groups are scheduled at the same time. An ideal group size is 15 to 150 persons.

Stories from the community

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2 weeks ago

1 night at A Unique Mountain Retreat

This cabin, location & host, John, all were truly such a treat! John is an absolutely wonderful human. He went above and beyond as a host to ensure we got in, settled and enjoyed ourselves. It’s clear the love and care he’s put into this property and for his guests. The cabin was comfortable, beautifully designed & the morning views were stunning. Thank you for having us!

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Lauren

3 weeks ago

With kids

1 night at A Unique Mountain Retreat

My two boys and I stayed in the studio cabin. We had to rearrange our travel dates due to the weather. John couldn’t have been more flexible and accommodating in making sure our trip could still happen a few days later. The site had a beautiful view, a little kitchenette, shower and wood stove that kept us warm. We had great stargazing and the gas burning stove was perfect for chilly nights. John was the most welcoming host and made us feel very comfortable. We also enjoyed the nature trail on the site! Overall, a lovely place I would recommend if you want to slow down and enjoy some peace and quiet.

selby

3 weeks ago

1 night at A Unique Mountain Retreat

Magic, authentic, star-filled. What a magnificent spot! Wish we could have stayed longer. Be sure to bring blankets-and maybe an extra foam topper. Truly memorable!

Where adventure meets tranquility — your perfect camping spot.

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Dani

3 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Casa Zen

I really enjoyed tent camping on Ric's land. They have an amazing set up. The outdoor shower is absolutely gorgeous! Its a great spot to escape the city. Ric and his wife were very friendly as well.

Heidi

November 2025

Tent

1 night at A Unique Mountain Retreat

We loved tent camping on John’s property. It was beautiful and peaceful. We look forward to staying again.

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Hans

November 2025

1 night at Topanga Cabins

Neat setting and a cozy spot. Great host. I loved the inside sleeping arrangements

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Nikhil

November 2025

Weekend Trip to A Unique Mountain Retreat

We had a wonderful short stay at John’s cabin. He has made everything so thoughtfully and we felt very comfortable. The location was easy to find and the views are unbeatable! We will surely be back. John has a huge property and a trail along the boundary. Also, the silence at the place was exactly what we were looking for.

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Brett

October 2025

Tent

4 nights at AntFarm LA

This is a great camping situation. In the wild next to the big city. Nice shower, flush toilet, kitchen and lovely tent sites and campers. Not glamping but not a perfect time of camping.

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Yogeshwaran

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Topanga Cabins

Cute little place with all the amenities. Gordon was an excellent host, gave us a detailed tour which made it a wonderful experience

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Blaine

October 2025

1 night at A Unique Mountain Retreat

Greta place! What the owner has done with the entire project is quaint, romantic, and unique- all making for an amazing stay. Look no farther than here and you won’t regret it!

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Paul

October 2025

18 ft travel trailer

1 night at A Unique Mountain Retreat

This was a wonderful stay. Beautiful site. Hot outdoor showers for a small fee (what a treat in that setting!) clean toilets plus hot and cold running water close by. A nice little walking trail (about a mile) right there. And John was a great host, very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend this site!

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Hans

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Topanga Cabins

Great place to stay! The cabin had a lot of soul and the woodwork inside was quite artistic and beautiful. A cosy and cool spot.

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juan

September 2025

Weekend Trip to A Unique Mountain Retreat

Incredible place to space out and live off the grid for a moment. Not to mention the welcoming energy John brings to the place. Just wonderful.

Nickie

September 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at A Unique Mountain Retreat

John was such a lovely host! He responded to my message late at night after we got stranded due to flash floods on the 14. He was very accommodating, showed us around the property even though it was late, and made sure we knew where we could find cell service on the property. The next morning, he even came by our site after he checked the road conditions for our intended trip. Felt super safe, would stay again!

Tracie

September 2025

16 ft car

1 night at A Unique Mountain Retreat

Lovely property. Host was very kind and available. Oasis after driving for hours through the desert

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Susan

September 2025

2 nights at Topanga Cabins

Our experience at the hobbit home was nothing less than magical. Gordon introduced us to the property and made sure we knew everything necessary for a safe and comfortable stay. We especially loved the natural surroundings and the outdoor kitchen. We were so close to LA but Topanga dining was lovely.

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Lucia

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Casa Zen

So happy to see this beautiful space now on hipcamp! I've had the chance to attend a gathering at Casa Zen, and it's truly a peaceful, open, and welcoming place. Perfect for those seeking a quiet overnight stay under the stars- with outdoor grilling, a refreshing rock shower, and a calming meditation circle. I absolutely loved it and can't wait to return!

Dreamy skylights a d tile work around Bed area

Elizabeth

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Topanga Cabins

This place is a magical serene gem - a real find - and Gordon is a great host. The cabin is dreamy, a throwback to simpler times. I love its sweet design - woodsy, with handmade tile design around the bed and the skylights above the bed make for stargazing as you fall asleep. One of my fav places to stay ever.

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Alexis

September 2025

Tent

1 night at A Unique Mountain Retreat

John’s property was beautiful! He went above and beyond to be hospitable

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skylar

September 2025

Tent

5 nights at AntFarm LA

i was in town (from maine) for a convention, and wanted to stay somewhere quieter and cheaper than an LA hotel. this was perfect for that, tucked away in the mountains, it felt like a really nice relaxing place to return to at night. the drive was also pretty scenic for an out-of-towner. i didn’t do much exploring of the land, but what i saw was really cool! robin was very accommodating. im a hammock camper, so when i was planning my trip, i was calling around to different campgrounds to confirm whether they had trees i could hammock in. robin switched right over to facetime and showed me the places where i could hang, and even updating his listing so that i could be sure i was booking the right spot. the amenities are what i would’ve expected for what i paid for. the kitchen area was MORE than i expected, but it is certainly rustic. the bathroom was a bit dirty (ants galore on the ant farm!) and incredibly tiny, with no where to set stuff down. the light also didn’t work, so i used my headlamp. the shower was the sketchiest part, it low key felt like i was gonna fall through the floor. don’t expect the ritz, and maybe avoid the shower if you can, and you’ll be fine. 10/10 host 9/10 location 5/10 amenities