The best yurt rentals near Half Moon Bay, California

Looking to experience the great outdoors near Half Moon Bay, California? Hipcamp has over 50 options available for camping in yurts, with prices ranging from as low as $76 to an average of $79 per night. Check out top campsites like Lupin Lodge (126 reviews), Aromas Hills (102 reviews), and A Yurt&Aquaponic Farm in RedWoods (4 reviews) for a memorable camping experience. Enjoy popular amenities such as potable water, trash services, and cooking equipment, while participating in activities like biking, surfing, and climbing. Start planning your outdoor adventure today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

The outdoor kitchen with Eagle’s Nest/Game Dome in the background

Looking to experience the great outdoors near Half Moon Bay, California? Hipcamp has over 50 options available for camping in yurts, with prices ranging from as low as $76 to an average of $79 per night. Check out top campsites like Lupin Lodge (126 reviews), Aromas Hills (102 reviews), and A Yurt&Aquaponic Farm in RedWoods (4 reviews) for a memorable camping experience. Enjoy popular amenities such as potable water, trash services, and cooking equipment, while participating in activities like biking, surfing, and climbing. Start planning your outdoor adventure today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Camp Cruz Glamping Retreat

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45mi from Half Moon Bay · 3 sites · Lodging · Watsonville, CA

We only book one group at a time so whether you are a couple or a large group, you get the whole place privately to yourself. Our home is a short distance away in case you need anything. Located an hour drive from the bay area, Camp Cruz is a year-round glamping retreat in the redwoods ideal for people who want a private outdoor getaway in the forest without giving up basic living comforts. It is a perfect destination to unwind, recharge, and create special memories in nature. We are also only 30 minutes from Monterey/Santa Cruz for guests who want to enjoy the coastal cities. We offer guests 2 private bedrooms: the Raven’s Nest (an aircrete dome) and/or the Owl’s Nest (a yurt). More guests are welcome if you bring your own camping tents. There is a fully equipped covered kitchen with stove, fridge, barbecue grill, electric coffee maker, tables and chairs, and more. The kitchen also has a ping pong table. There is also a large geodome furnished as a game room with couches, a lounge area, pool table, foosball table, a stereo, games, and music equipment. There are clean composting toilets, hot showers, a propane fire pit, heaters for the cold, a hammock bungalow, a meditation pagoda, a deck overlooking a creek, and disc golf baskets. With a fair balance of sunlight and shade, we have a garden, some outdoor play equipment, and lots of open space to spread out and relax. Free wifi is available. We run a nonprofit outdoor education camp for underprivileged youth, and your stay supports our work. Winter lodging.... It can get seasonably cold in the Santa Cruz Mountains during the winter. If visiting in the winter, rest assured we have everything covered to enjoy your stay. We have propane heaters in all main spaces for your comfort. If the power goes out, we have a standby generator that will power up camp provided we are home to turn it on. We have a woodstoves in the Owl's Nest and Eagle's Nest. We provide a fire starter log for each woodstove for each night of your stay, and guests are responsible for bringing firewood to keep the woodstoves going for continued warmth throughout each evening.

2. Lupin Lodge

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33mi from Half Moon Bay · 77 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Los Gatos, CA

Lupin Lodge is a family-friendly, clothing-optional destination resort located in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Our yurts are fully furnished with a queen-sized bed, heater, fan, electricity, and Wi-Fi. Alternatively, guests may choose to car camp or rent a campsite during their stay. Shared bathroom facilities, showers, and the Community Kitchen are located nearby and available to guests 24/7. Our property highlights include scenic hiking trails, our pool and hot tub area, sauna, tennis court, lounge area, and our Clubhouse Restaurant that serves Saturday night dinner. At Lupin, guests enjoy a quiet, comfortable escape into nature while remaining conveniently accessible by car, just 10 minutes from downtown Los Gatos.

3. Venture Retreat Center

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18mi from Half Moon Bay · 12 sites · Tents, Lodging · Pescadero, CA

Nestled among ancient redwoods at the end of winding Eden West Road, along the edge of Little Butano Creek, Venture is a NorCal hidden gem. Our roots are in the 1960s counterculture movement and we've long served as a haven for spiritual exploration, self-discovery, and personal growth. Just an hour’s drive from San Francisco, San Jose, and Santa Cruz, our special spot is the most serene escape when you're seeking respite, relaxation, or reconnection with nature. The campus offers a mix of dispersed charming cabins, a serene yurt, camping sites, and glamping tents. You can immerse yourself in the lush forest that surrounds us, soak up the sun, and explore creek-side beauty. Gather around the warmth of an evening fire or drum circle and enjoy the dusk and starshine coming on. Just down the street is Pescadero proper. A sweet little spot (nine hundred strong) and California coast perfection. You'll find gorgeous scenery, local food and drink, neat landmarks, beautiful places to hike and explore, fun galleries, and really, really good people. Ask us for our favorite spots, we’re more than happy to share!

4. Bay Area Yurt Retreat!

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26mi from Half Moon Bay · 2 sites · Lodging · Oakland, CA

🌙 Bay Area Yurt Retreat — your cozy escape near Oakland Leave the city behind and step into serenity in our private yurt perched on peaceful land just outside Oakland. Perfect for two, this snug hideaway is made for couples, solo travelers, or anyone craving a little nature without sacrificing comfort. What makes it special: A charming, private yurt — sleeps two, with all the essentials provided Just far enough to feel removed from the hustle, yet close enough to the Bay Area when you want action Showers, potable water, and toilet included — all the amenities you need to refresh and relax Things you’ll love doing here: Slow mornings: sip coffee in the quiet, listen to birds, absorb the calm Explore the trails or parks nearby, then return to your yurt under starlit skies Cozy evenings curling up with a book or chatting by soft lantern light

5. Epic Views at Lago Lomita Vineyards

39mi from Half Moon Bay · 2 sites · Lodging · Los Gatos, CA

Our yurt and treehouse are located on Lago Lomita Vineyards with a view of the entire Monterey Bay. We've been hosting guests since 2015 and are looking forward to meeting you! Both our treehouse and yurt listings are unique experiences. They both are adjacent to the Tierra Madre Vineyard Block and have awesome views of the entire Monterey Bay/Pacific Ocean. We are located on 44 acres high atop the Santa Cruz Mountains but close to all the major beaches and Silicon Valley. Please be aware this is camping in nature, along with squirrels, spiders, falling leaves, etc. and nature is not always for everyone. There is a 45ft. ladder to climb to get into the treehouse. The view at sunset is spectacular. Featured on the first page of top Glamping destinations in California, in National Geographic's 50 States, 500 campgrounds. Both sites include a trunk of goodies: Complimentary trunk of goodies that is filled with muffins, mugs, creamer, sugar, coffee, croissants, cards, champagne & wine glasses & wine opener! We acquired the property in 1991, shortly after the Lexington Fire (1985) and Loma Prieta earthquake (1989). At that time, the entire property has degenerated into disrepair, and all the vineyards had been overwhelmed by the wilderness. In 2011, we started the herculean effort of clearing away the wilderness, resurrecting all the vineyards and renovating our home. In 2014, we started replanting the vineyards, and opened our tree house to visitors in 2015. Just like us, I think you will fall in love with this property, and enjoy every minute of your time here. We look forward to your stay. Robin and Mark

Stories from the community

Julia

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Bay Area Yurt Retreat!

The owners have thought of everything to create a comfortable and relaxing stay. It’s try a getaway! They were very easy to communicate with and gave very clear directions. This place is a gem!

Margaret

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Lupin Lodge

This is a unique place to be sure. Loved being able to just walk around freely without clothes and feel absolutely one with nature. The family of deer were just cohabitating right there with you. Absolutely gorgeous yurt. Loved the amenities like the hot tub, sauna, lounge, etc.

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Tricia

October 2025

10 nights at Bay Area Yurt Retreat!

What a beautiful site! The pictures accurately represented the property, but there was so much more to experience! The view of the city is amazing, and even more so during sunset. The amenities were great and included a window fan, microwave, and mini fridge. We were so happy with our stay. Communicating with Oscar was easy and quick. We also got to meet the owners of the property and they were incredibly kind and inviting. We would love to come back!

Lizzy

September 2025

1 night at Lupin Lodge

This is such a sweet and friendly place! And I love the freedom of the clothing optional policy. I always felt totally safe and comfortable.

Mollie

August 2025

1 night at Lupin Lodge

Great welcoming space. My partner and I enjoyed all the amenities, community kitchen, pool, pool table, basketball hoop, and trails. This community camp has been curated y love of the space.

Aaron

April 2025

Group trip

1 night at Camp Cruz Glamping Retreat

The property is so amazing! My group and I loved staying here for a night. Beautiful creek going right through the property, plenty of places to sit or lay back and enjoy the peaceful sounds of the mountain redwood forest. Great sheltered outdoor kitchen and huge BBQ grill, we cooked up a feast. The hot showers were a most welcome feature. Amenities for guests are so plentiful we didn't even have time to enjoy them all! Ismael was really helpful and responsive to my questions as I was planning out our camping trip. He's super down-to-earth and it was a pleasure to meet and chat a bit in person. Would love to come back again!!