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Megan
2 weeks ago
18 ft campervan
With pets
Really lovely site and very kind host. It took us an hour to get to Pinnacles, so not quite as close as we thought - but a really beautiful stay.
Fair warning - the directions are a little tricky and there isn’t any cell coverage. Would recommend taking a peak at you map before you lose coverage :)
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Anna
November 2025
18 ft campervan
Mona’s space is great! Due to weather she had us stay on the concrete so that we weren’t in the mud. So sweet of her!
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Micki
November 2025
22 ft campervan
We stayed there as a halfway stop on our way to Joshua Tree. I’m originally from the Caruthers area, so i wanted to see the area after a 55 year absence. Cheryl was a responsive and welcoming host. She sent us the gate code and let us find our way. Clear directions and easy to find. Beautiful setting. It was a rainy night, so being under cover was nice.
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Meg
November 2025
17 ft campervan
Wonderful place off the highway and near nature. Flat site for van or small RVwith hookup. Perfect location between I5 and Hwy 99 enroute north or south Hosts were welcoming and we would happily return
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Emily
November 2025
25 ft travel trailer
With pets
We had an awesome night’s sleep at RandCher. The space was perfectly clean and easy to park in. We were the only campers the night we stayed, and it was a treat to have so private a setting. The coyotes and birds were fun to listen to, and after they went to sleep (?) it was SO QUIET at the vineyard. Very peaceful. Highly recommend1
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Ivy
October 2025
15 ft campervan
We absolutely loved our stay here! Veronica is such a warm and accommodating host who went out of her way to make us feel welcome. The property itself is stunning, a beautiful non-profit space that feels like you have traveled far away to a peaceful savannah desert.
We had the best time sitting around a bonfire with Veronica under a million stars, truly unforgettable. The location is perfect, close to Pinnacles National Park but feels worlds away from everything. Totally worth the drive, and we will definitely be back again!
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Shm
October 2025
Tent
Beautiful and friendly!! Thank you so much for having me and for being so kind
Its a bit hard to navigate to since you are likely to lose signal but the directions provided were perfect and its absolutely worth the trip !!
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Kate
October 2025
Tent
With kids
The land here is so lovely and we had a great time camping and marveling at the starry night sky. My kids loved the goats and the wild bunnies. Veronica was a great host, very approachable and responsive. We hope to be back soon!
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Jorge
October 2025
15 ft campervan
So cool to stay in a 100+ year old raisin farm supplying Sun Maid! The space is covered and a great shield from the rain. Peaceful and quiet. Hosts are accommodating and friendly. Will be back
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Josh
October 2025
Tent
Wonderful site and Veronica was so wonderful and friendly! Would highly recommended
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Tamara
October 2025
13 ft travel trailer
With pets
My group of 9 loved our stay at Song of the Ancients. Our site (#4) provided plenty of space for our 4 cars and teardrop trailer. It was also situated away from the other sites so it felt slightly larger and more private.
Upon arrival we almost considered moving to site #3 due to it being located on the very end. However, site #3 partially sits on a slope that leads to small hill, which would be perfect for tents and stargazing, but site #4 ended up being a better fit for us and our sleeping set ups.
Sites #1 and #2 were also nice and they seemed to offer the most shade. They're also closer to each other and might be more ideal for a large group that is interested in booking both of them together.
Site #4 is nearest to the bathroom, but just know that people from the other sites will walk through your camp to get to it. It wasn't a big deal for us as everyone was super friendly, but we could tell they felt a bit awkward each time they passed through. There may have been another path to access it, but I don't think it was clearly marked.
Veronica was a lovely and gracious host, and she went above and beyond to ensure we had plenty of wood during our stay. We especially enjoyed learning about her non-profit and the important work they do for surrounding communities and the revitalization of the California Blue Oak.
Song of the Ancients is a beautiful place to camp, and we all left with a deeper appreciation for its landscape. My friends and I look forward to returning.
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Carl
October 2025
Tent
My stay at Veronica's campsite was unforgettable. If you're looking for a spot to see some amazing stars, this is it. I was blown away by how clear the sky was—you can see everything out here with zero city lights, except when the moon is high and bright.
But what really makes this place special is the host, Veronica. She's just awesome—so friendly and welcoming from the second I got there. And she knows SO much about the land! It was super cool to hear her talk about the history, the blue oaks, and everything. You can tell she really cares about the place.
It’s way more than just a campsite; it’s a whole vibe. Definitely book this place, you won't regret it! Already looking forward to the next trip, next time we can plant wildflowers. Highly, highly recommend!
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Daniel
September 2025
Tent
This was my third time visiting and I had another great time. We visited on a clear moonless weekend and got some great views and pictures of the night sky. Great spot for visual astronomy and astrophotography. Having a flushing toilet, a shower with hot water, and drinking water makes camping here very comfortable. Veronica is very friendly and made sure our stay went well.
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Buzz
September 2025
18 ft campervan
With pets
We stayed a couple of nights on Veronica's land and it was beautiful. We chose a moonless weekend in order to see the stars and we were not disappointed. The sky was beautiful.
The camp sites are really well set up and well spaced so they are private with little noise and it was very peaceful. The lack of cell service was a relief, just the sounds of nature.
Veronica is a wonderful host with lots of information about the land and a very kind demeanor. We really enjoyed the stay and will definitely stay again.
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J
September 2025
24 ft Class C
Changed our plans and didn’t end up staying. Next time!
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Rebekah
September 2025
Tent
Wildfarmer's Song of the Ancients is one of the best campsites I've visited in Norcal for dark sky stargazing. Veronica was a lovely and gracious host. It is only a 2 hour drive from the SF Bay Area, an hour to Pinnacles National Park, 1.5 hours to Monterey/Big, and 2 hours to Big Sur. It was a perfect place to find quiet in nature, decompress, and hang out with the wild hogs, rattle snakes, rabbits, deer, and hawks. Would definitely visit again!
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Jonathan
September 2025
16 ft car
The pictures on the platform don't do justice, the property is huge and completely forgot we were camping on private property. It was also a great place for us to use our rooftop tent since national parks don't allow them. Exel made our stay enjoyable and was very responsive, super excited to see what else he's going to do to the property. He has so many great ideas. Look forward to staying here in the future again!
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Megan
September 2025
16 ft car
Beautiful and quiet felt like I was with nature. Just the escape I needed to spend quality time with my boyfriend and be with nature and experience something new. Especially my first time really camping and being in a roof top tent which was an amazing experience would highly recommend Exels property he was super friendly and helpful and even gave us some places to view near the location and helped us when we heard an animal on top of our tent. He responds fast and very respectful and friendly. Will definitely visit again and stay here again. Thank you for the amazing memories.
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Reyanne
September 2025
Tent
This place is well worth coming to. If you’re looking for a place to disconnect (there is zero service) or a stay that is convenient to and from the east entrance of Pinnacles National Park,then this is it. Not only is it a great place, you’d also be supporting a great cause while you’re here. About 40ish minutes from the East entrance of Pinnacles and about 40 minutes to a nearby town called Hollister if you need to stop for goods. Campsites are located pretty close together. we stayed at site 2 and it was well covered by trees. Outhouse type restroom and outdoor shower just across the lot with running and hot water. Fire pit and picnic tables are at each site. While it is a property, you are very much surrounded by wild life so mind your food. Very far from light pollution so clear star filled skies was a definite highlight. No complaints about our stay. Remember while it is a property , it is very much a camping experience. Please take care of the land and be mindful of the nature around you. highly recommend staying here!
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Joel
August 2025
29 ft travel trailer
Group trip
Amazing place to make memories!!! Thank you dale and Mona! We had an amazing weekend once again
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