Forest glamping near Nipomo

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Nipomo

98% (1296 reviews)

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Hans

June 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Cuyama Oaks Ranch

Loved camping on this ranch with our family and friends and a total of 7 kids. Nathan was very welcoming and we enjoyed our stay.

frances

May 2025

4 nights at Arrowed Ground

what a peaceful retreat it was staying in this little cabin! comfy bed, a porch and birds on surround sound. it was like staying in a sanctuary! if you’re looking to get off the grid and not have the sound of roads anywhere nearby, this is the place. i would absolutely stay again.

Julia

May 2025

Weekend Trip to Vinyl Vineyards Glampground

Very beautiful unique spot! Lots of grapes vines and wild life. Airstream was comfy and communal kitchen had everything. We really enjoyed our stay

1 night at Cuyama Oaks Ranch

Nathan’s campsite had everything we needed. Everything was well maintained and clean. The beds were so comfortable. There were warm blankets provided so we didn’t get cold at night. We were able to take showers and wash our hands. The compost toilet was easy to use. It’s was so nice to sit under the stars. We stayed with our toddler, dog and cat. We did have to look out for rattlesnakes but luckily didn’t see any. Our toddler enjoyed seeing the farm animals. We had a great relaxing stay. We will definitely be back!

Helen

May 2025

1 night at Cuyama Oaks Ranch

Beautiful place, really well equipped - they really have thought of everything. Really off the beaten path - expect a drive through amazing scenery to get there. Worth stopping for a few photos on the way. If you can drag yourself out of bed, an amazing sunrise. The pigs were fab and loved cuddles in the morning. 🐷

Weekend Trip to Cuyama Oaks Ranch

Nate was such an awesome host ! He is very attentive and helpful. The place is beautiful. Totally recommend your stay here ! 10/10 ! We will be back again !!

2 nights at Cuyama Oaks Ranch

Nathan was an absolutely amazing host. He went above and beyond to make us feel welcomed during our stay. The yurt was clean, cute, and cozy! This is a perfect spot to relax and spend time with people you love!

KARI

April 2025

Weekend Trip to Blue Sky Center

This was our third year coming back here in the spring. We absolutely love it. If a level up from tent camping is more your style, this glamping at Blue Sky is for you! The site has everything you need. For the Quonset hut specifically there weren’t comforters, so having our sleeping bags was key. It does get cold at night. We love waking to The Buckhorn for dinner and cooking breakfast in the Cantina in the morning. Thanks to the hosts for a lovely stay.

2 nights at Cuyama Oaks Ranch

Our group had a great time! Nathan was a friendly and super responsive host.

Simon

April 2025

Weekend Trip to Cuyama Oaks Ranch

A bit expensive but loved it Here for another 50 characters……..

Weekend Trip to Cuyama Oaks Ranch

Our group of 5 women loved staying in Nathan’s tangerine yurt! He was accommodating with great communication. We felt safe, relaxed and happy. He thought of everything campers would need. Will definitely recommend this place.

Chris

March 2025

2 nights at Vinyl Vineyards Glampground

This place was perfect for our family. Great location. Not too far from town for all the conveniences but also far enough to see every star away from the city lights. The site had everything you would need. Very nice bbq grills, lights, fire pit, frisbee golf, corn hole, etc.

Evelyn

February 2025

Weekend Trip to Blue Sky Center

This place was so cute. We loved our stay in one of the huts. It was so warm and cozy and a great place to relax by a fire.

Weekend Trip to Vinyl Vineyards Glampground

What an awesome experience! We had a bit of a rainy weekend, and thought what better way to spend the weekend than this beautiful HipCamp under the stars. We enjoyed a complimentary bottle of wine while listening to the provided vinyl records. The place was clean and well decorated! The host responded quickly when we asked how to purchase another bottle of wine, even offering to deliver it to our site while it was raining. Definitely would recommend!

Stacy

January 2025

2 nights at Cuyama Oaks Ranch

Lovely land, well-stocked campsite, adorable animals and unmatched hospitality. Will visit again!

19. The Quonset. (Photo by Madison Kotack)

Amy

January 2025

2 nights at Blue Sky Center

I loved this campsite! We stayed with a group of friends for NYE where we brought out pups and it was the best time! I loved these huts, they provided heaters and mattress warmers, which I highly appreciated as it was pretty cold out. They provided a lot of great amenities with a kitchen with lots of space, including outside area with lots of benches and fire pits with firewood and cute string lights. We walked to the Cuyama Buckhorn hotel and had ourselves a great breakfast and even a good night out! Definitely will come back!

20. The Lunette. (Photo by Madison Kotack)

Rita

January 2025

2 nights at Blue Sky Center

Blue Sky Center was perfect in everyway. The accommodations were better than we would have imagined for a place in the middle of nowhere. The place is well kept and the huts are nice, clean, and cozy. The shared space, bathrooms, kitchen was very functional and a luxury to have. We loved exploring the town and would definitely come back again!

3 nights at Cuyama Oaks Ranch

Nathan's set up was great and had just about everything we need already at the site! We stayed in one of the yurts and appreciated the space we had to ourselves. Nathan was a very good host and was super helpful to make sure we had everything we need and ready to replace anything. Our 1 1/2 year old loved visiting the animals as well. Overall great stay!

Christopher

December 2024

3 nights at The Rock Loft

This was an amazing place to stay. The loft is well prepared and has everything you need while you’re there. The guest book has tons of recommendations and ideas for you while you’re here. Would absolutely stay again. Our dog loved running around the property.

Tere

December 2024

1 night at Blue Sky Center

We really enjoyed our stay! We were initially concerned about the cold weather, but we packed a sleeping bag, which turned out to be perfect. The place had everything we needed and was very clean. Melanie, the staff member, was excellent at responding to our questions. We also brought our dog and were able to keep him off leash. Just be mindful of other animals and neighbors' dogs late at night, so it’s best to keep him close.

3 top forest glamping sites near Nipomo

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Vinyl Vineyards Glampground

20 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents120 acres · Paso Robles, CA

Welcome to Vinyl Vineyards – a 120-acre private ranch, working vineyard, and boutique glampground tucked along the scenic Union Road Wine Trail in Paso Robles, California. Our 10-site glamping retreat blends rustic charm with refined adventure. Unplug, recharge, and reconnect—with nature, with wine, friends and family. Hike private trails through vineyard rows, oak forests, and wildflower fields. Cool off with afternoon breezes and cool Paso nights, greet our alpacas and chickens, or nap in a hammock with the scent of lavender in the air. The property features: 26 acres of producing vineyard Outdoor kitchens, BBQ grills, and communal fire pits Sunset hilltops and dark-sky stargazing Frisbee golf, garden rows, and peaceful picnic spots Alpacas (yes, you can meet them), chickens, and bees Pet-friendly vibes with plenty of space to roam Guests are invited to book a complimentary "Sip & Spin" wine tasting in our private cellar—where the vinyl spins and our award winning wine flows. And we also deliver to your site. We’re just 15 minutes from downtown Paso Robles and within walking distance to local wineries. A 5-minute drive puts you at Sensorio Field of Light, Vina Robles Amphitheatre, and Paso’s golf courses. Or stay put—there’s magic in staying still. Before you book: Visit www.vinylvin.com for FAQs, travel tips, and our liability waiver download.

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Blue Sky Center

31 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents267 acres · New Cuyama, CA

1948- On January 1, 1948 a wildcatter named George Hadley, who had been oil prospecting in the valley for 10 years, made the first oil strike in the Cuyama Valley. Richfield Oil Company soon moved in and extracted nearly 300 million barrels of oil in just a few short years. To accommodate an exploding workforce in the early 1950s, the company built the town of New Cuyama, its infrastructure, public buildings, the Cuyama airstrip (L88) and all the industrial structures that are now home to Blue Sky. Richfield Oil Company, later merging with Atlantic Oil Company forming the Atlantic Richfield Oil Company (ARCO), created high-paying jobs, a safe and prosperous community, and developed schools, churches, and recreational areas for the employee-residents.1973- With dwindling production in the area and new discoveries in Alaska, Atlantic-Richfield Oil Company put the town of New Cuyama and its associated infrastructure up for sale. Word of an entire town for sale made its way to entrepreneur, Russell O’Quinn of the Foundation for Airborne Relief (FAR) and Mildred Dotson, a wealthy widow from Tulsa, Oklahoma. The two worked together to acquire the townsite and adjacent land. O’Quinn, an aviator, inventor, and test pilot, aspired to use the New Cuyama airstrip and facilities as a base for humanitarian relief and a non-profit trade school. Though not fully realized, FAR’s primary vision included utilizing converted military aircraft to airlift food and medical supplies to developing countries and global disaster areas. Dotson had loftier goals. Her plans included an 18-hole fly-in golf course, expansion of the Buckhorn Restaurant and Motel, and a 40- to 50-acre lake for amphibious landing and water sports. 1986- Another visionary, Harry Kislevitz, inventor of the popular design tool Colorforms® and founder of Future City/Villages International, sought to develop the site as a “City of Friendship,” an all-electric village of 5,000 earthen homes. The dwellings were to be designed by Nader Khalili, an Iranian-born architect who specialized in earthen structures, worked with NASA on prototypes for lunar homes and received an award from the United Nations for his work towards the development of low cost, sustainable structures for human shelter in impoverished and disaster prone environments. One 628-sq-ft Khalili prototype remains on the property today ("the Cantina"). Khalili went on to form the California Institute for Earth Art and Architecture, Cal-Earth, in Hesperia, CA.1993- Recognizing the transformative potential of clean, solar power and the attractiveness of a rural destination, entrepreneur Mike Nolan worked to develop the Solar Skypark and Big Sky Guest Ranch with Santa Barbara Architect, Barry Berkus. The Sky Park included plans for sixty-five fly-in residences on one-acre lots powered completely from clean, solar energy. The Big Sky Guest Ranch was intended to function as a clubhouse for Skypark residents complete with an equestrian center, a small subsistence farm, pool and plenty of enriching recreational activities. 2012- At the end of 2011, the Zannon Family Foundation made a long-term investment in acquiring the New Cuyama Airport property with the vision of rehabilitating the site to be a low-cost resource for programs and organizations working to advance sustainable living practices and technologies. Plans began soon after towards developing a framework and organization to develop the space and coordinate with prospective programs and institutions. In 2014 Blue Sky Sustainable Living Center ("Blue Sky Center") received 501(c)(3) not-for-profit status, endeavoring to reclaim this property for the public good. Today, Blue Sky Center provides unduplicated services and technical assistance to support small businesses and entrepreneurs as well as the local food system, with core work focused on community research and advocacy led by Cuyamans. Learn more on our website and consider supporting our community work with your donation or by hosting your next special event here!

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Cuyama Oaks Ranch

8 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents82 acres · CA

Hello! Our names are Ricky and Nathan. We own and operate an 80 acre ranch that is great for family's, kids, romantic getaways, and LGBTQIA+ safe. We cannot wait to host you and your group! We're excited to share our property with those who appreciate nature and what seclusion in the mountains has to offer. Located deep in the Cuyama Valley, close to wine country, and booming local vineyards (1.25 hrs past Ojai and 45 minutes past Santa Maria) our ranch promises the getaway experience you've been looking for. The Ranch is 80 acres with majestic mountain views and vast canyons for hiking and trail access. During the spring and summer months imagine sitting in your own personal cowboy pooltub looking up at the stars. Smell the sage and wildflowers in the air while you sip wine. Surrounded by the Los Padres Mountains and located deep within the hidden valley of enchantment, this ranch gives the visitor the high-desert glamping/camping experience of their dreams. For the hikers and explorers out there, the ranch offers trails and within 30 min in every direction there are local trails. . There is a designated area for tent camping and for RV's, Trailers, Vans, and tiny homes (no electric yet for RVs). We also offer glamping sites and all inclusive yurts. The ranch is completely private and secluded, off HWY 166. We welcome all animals, big and small. We are farm! We have pigs, goats, ducks, chickens, turkeys and more!

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

Forest glamping near Nipomo guide

Overview

Looking for a luxurious camping experience in a forested area near Nipomo, California? Hipcamp offers over 340 options with glamping accommodations and forest terrain to choose from. Prices range from as low as $25 to an average of $78 per night. Check out top campsites like Cuyama Badlands (1681 reviews), FreedogFarms@CactusFlowerRanch (549 reviews), and Camp Arroyo Grande (508 reviews). Popular amenities include campfires, showers, and trash facilities, while popular activities include exploring historic sites, swimming, and off-roading (OHV).