Dog-friendly camping near Half Moon Bay

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Half Moon Bay

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Weekend Trip to The Olive Farm

Olive Farm Camp was a perfect last minute getaway. Only a 40 minute drive from our home in Oakland, but secluded and peaceful enough to feel like we got off the grid for a night. The grounds are lovely and the way the land is situated, you can’t see any roads or buildings, so it feels like you’re isolated there. We parked our truck under a beautiful oak tree, which gave us plenty of shade. We also brought our dog, who loved hunting ground squirrels (there are lots on the property) and swimming in the pond.

Weekend Trip to Sleep Up High In A Redwood Tree-net

Sleeping up in the trees was so much fun! Louis was super friendly and helpful. The net felt very secure. Heads up for light sleepers - if anyone gets up in the night the whole net moves, so be prepared for that.

3 nights at The Olive Farm

There’s a ton of great things to name about the Olive Farm camp. What I and my family loved most was that you have a lot of land to yourself and it is quiet most of the time; we did hear planes overhead, voices from nearby houses, and the occasional staff that we saw, but other than that it was very nice. I will say that this spot is not for those who want hardcore wilderness, as you will not be as immersed into the wilderness as you would be deeper into the woods. We did see deer (when it was quiet) and lots of hawks and vultures. There was a lot of trash left by prior campers that I picked up, and was not particularly happy to see that. Not the owners fault, but it is something to note. As well as the fact that the photos listed for Olive Farm Camp are a bit dated and some of the amenities are not the same as it is now as of June 2025. There was a missing flipper for the kayak oar and the wood for the boat looked worse for wear. The handle bars for the dock were also loose. However, I still enjoyed thoroughly the massive pond as it was beautiful to walk to in the mornings and see at night. All to yourself. The bathrooms are two porta-potties (there being two is very nice) and they were very very clean and smelled great when we found them. No matter what time of year you go, bring plenty of warm clothes and blankets for the night. You will get cold, especially if there is wind. Overall, this is a great spot for families and large groups especially.

Weekend Trip to Lobitos Creek

We absolutely LOVED this place. Magnificent views, private and spacious. We wish we could have stayed longer. We'll have to come back.

1 night at Lobitos Creek

Camped here for one night on a long road trip and really loved it. The location is pretty easy to find even though we came in at sunset. The space is large and would be super fun with a small group. It was just me and my partner so we chilled and cooked dinner. The provided table was large and made it easy to cook outside under the stars.

1 night at Sleep Up High In A Redwood Tree-net

Second year in a row!! If you’re debating on whether or not to camp here, definitely do it. It’s such a magical experience!

Weekend Trip to Private Sunny Redwoods Retreat

This place was so perfect for our large friend/family reunion. The kids had the best time on the ropes course and we created amazing memories. There was a lot of poison oak, so we made sure the kids wore long socks and stayed on the paths. 2wd cars were fine! We would love to book this site again!

Weekend Trip to Sleep Up High In A Redwood Tree-net

Sleeping in the tree net was awesome! My daughter's loved it! It was very spacious and sturdy enough for the 4 of us. Definitely an unforgettable experience!!

3 nights at Lobitos Creek

Lobitos Creek site was absolutely gorgeous. We haul a 20ft Airstream, and have been up and down the California coast for 40 years and this HipCamp site is the most beautiful and not too far from the "real life" at Half Moon Bay. Rebecca is the perfect host.

Weekend Trip to The Olive Farm

Great place, very cleaned restrooms and beautiful lights. The ground is covered by mulch and stone. A very enjoyable camping experience.

2 nights at The Olive Farm

This was our second stay at the Olive Farm and we’re already thinking about our next visit. It’s just under a hour away from home for us, yet it offers all of the solitude, wildlife, and peace and quiet we want out of a camping getaway. Our dog loved wading into the pond and we had fun paddling around in the boat. Thank you for sharing your gorgeous land with us!

1 night at Private Sunny Redwoods Retreat

Great spot for our two rig family camp trip! We loved the outdoor kitchen, kids played for hours on the trampoline and rainbow swing, enjoyed exploring, and relaxing in the dome area/reading on the deck. Convenient to have a later check out— thank you! Hosts were great, setting was lovely. Ps. Steep arrival driveway, but in a low gear our loaded up Sprinter van was a-ok. Note to be aware of, and easier arrival in day-light!

1 night at The Olive Farm

We had a great stay! Tons of open space for tents, and I was super comfortable in one of the small cabins. The kids had an awesome time with the scavenger hunt and absolutely loved the boats. It’s a beautiful spot with plenty of room for everyone to spread out and enjoy. Amazing space—would definitely come back!

1 night at Sleep Up High In A Redwood Tree-net

Great place to stay!!! Me and my wife loved the landscape and outside showers!

Weekend Trip to Sleep Up High In A Redwood Tree-net

Spent a day hiking in Marin and ended with a night in the trees. It’s a very fun experience, especially if you have young kids - our girls were thrilled when they saw the net. This spot is in a neighborhood and not very secluded. Having said that, once you’re up in the trees you might as well be anywhere. You can walk to the nearby restaurant, which is excellent. I was a little worried it might be damp in the morning, but it wasn’t at all - I don’t know whether it’s the valley or we got lucky with the weather. Was a very comfortable place to spend the night.

Weekend Trip to Lobitos Creek

We had such a great time staying here. We brought 4 kids ages 4,5,7 and 8 and they all had a blast running around being kids. Clean campground, beautiful views and quiet and peaceful.

Weekend Trip to Sleep Up High In A Redwood Tree-net

The owner is a wonderful person, he helped us out in a very hard situation and he was very understanding! Wonderful place. Really recommend

1 night at Sleep Up High In A Redwood Tree-net

Beautiful spot! Great hiking in walking distance. Just wish there was better bathroom access

2 nights at The Olive Farm

We were just looking for a reasonably priced place to stay not too far from San Francisco airport area to reconnect with some visiting friends. This site checked that box but when I saw that Novato had bakeries, breweries, wineries and lots of outdoor recreational areas in the vicinity, that made its location even better. I loved that even though it wasn’t remote, we got the whole Olive Farm site to ourselves for privacy and a more backwoods feel. The picnic tables, toilets (serviced regularly so they were clean), potable water, and cabin made for a convenient glamping experience, which was ideal as we had young kids with us and wanted to capitalize on our time with our friends rather than roughing it too much. My family slept comfortably in the cabin, although if you were light sensitive, you might not like an automatic solar light strand shining in the windows. We didn’t mind as we usually keep a nightlight lantern on for the kids, and it wasn’t overly bright anyway. The plug-in light strands really added to the ambiance of the site at night too. We had a few questions for Sam shortly before and at the time of our arrival and he answered very timely and was flexible and pleasant to communicate with. We enjoyed our stay - it was our first time doing a Hipcamp reservation and it was a success!

3 nights at The Olive Farm

It was our second year visiting the Olive Farm. What a gem! The campsite is spacious and private. The sink, potable water, and well tended porta potties make camping easy. We loved the ambient lighting around the campsite, floating and swimming at the pond, and the ample space for the kids to explore. Sam is responsive and friendly. Overall, a magical experience. :)