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Thanktuary Retreat RV-Tent Site
8 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres · Gualala, CA
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The winds whisper through the redwood trees and provide respite from the hot sun. Here on the ridge above Gualala, lies nestled a lovely and serene campground called Thanktuary Retreat. Skunks, jackrabbits, deer, foxes and very rarely a mountain lion or bear can be found on our 5 acres of forested land. There is a fishpond with water lilies, mini golf course and pétanque court (both with equipment in a useful shed close by), a horse shoe ring and beautiful, natural secluded spots in the redwoods perfect for meditation and vision questing. Huckleberry bushes and ferns grow abundantly. The place lends itself to self-reflection and introspection. There is space for 1 RV with a patio table and chairs and some sun loungers. There are also 2 tent sites available on the property, located in one large area, further away from the RV sites. Barely 7 minutes away is downtown Gualala, with amenities such as 2 supermarkets, pharmacy, bakery, restaurants and more. There is a beautiful holistic gift store, The Sea Trader, Four Eyed Frog Bookstore, and some lovely art galleries in town. Kayaking is available at the Gualala River. Hiking at Gualala Regional Park, the Bluff Trail, The Sea Ranch public access beaches, Stump Beach, Salt Point Park with a petrified forest, Bowling Ball Beach with its amazing natural formations (can only be seen fully at low tide of more than -0.2m), Manchester State Beach, Elk Beach, and more. Swimming at the Navarro River, and various bays. It is a place of incredible scenic beauty all along CA 1. Watch whales spouting during whale season. (Gray whales and orcas is December to May. For humpbacks, visit May through November, and for blue whales, the largest animal on Earth, plan your stay between July and October). Bower Park, just 0.5 miles away with a lovely lake, tennis courts, a baseball field, a basketball court, and two separate playgrounds. Play disc golf or hike along the nature trail/fitness course. Anchor Bay is 5 miles up CA 1, with a supermarket, a few cafes, restaurants (including a great Thai place!) laundromat, hair salon, and more. The quaint town of Point Arena is 12 miles north, with a supermarket, Frannie's Cup And Saucer, The Bird Cafe, a beautiful historic lighthouse, a theater, a pier, a mini-safari park (B Bryan Preserve with zebras, giraffes and more. Tours need to be booked in advance). Also visit Roots, a natural pharmacy for herbs, teas and supplements.
There are also spots like Occidental, Bodega Bay, Jenner (with the Russian River to kayak and swim) and Timber Cove, all on the way to Gualala from the south. Bodega Bay has lovely spots to eat, with clam chowder, fish and chips. Enjoy wind and water sports, and walk on the pier.
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Lightworks ranch
8 sites · RVs, Tents85 acres · Willits, CA
The peace, quiet and beauty of nature is the theme at our property. This land is dedicated to the re-sacralization of culture. The spot was an ancient Native American camping area. People have found arrowheads, stone beads and grinding stones on the land.
We offer various types of camping sites, as well as a teepee - so please read each listing for specific amenity and location information.
We sell firewood, fresh eggs, and raw honey on site.
The amount and variety of wildlife is astonishing, with bear, deer, turkeys, fox, coyote, bobcat, Eagles, River otter, salmon and steelhead, with a wide variety of songbirds during migration.
Easy access from road, close to town, tall oak trees, privacy, creek with salmon within a five minute walk, mountains, wildlife, barn owl nest box.
Guests love staying here: "Elderberry camp was really great! It was a large site, plenty of space, shade, and parking. Very peaceful and good distance between other sites although we were pretty much the only campers out there. Outhouse was clean and there was drinking water. We spent most of our Saturday in Eel River which was great. The water was perfect for swimming and fishing, our husbands caught some big ones. Stephen was very nice and accommodating, the honey and eggs we asked for were a nice addition too!"
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Bahler Glamping in Anderson Valley
11 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents80 acres · Boonville, CA
Jesse and Ali are happy to share their amazing new life with you! To have a good time in the language of Boontling is to have a BAHL. We be bahlin' here in Anderson Valley and are stoked to share good times with all you bahlers out there. Look it up in YouTube as it's a hoot of a dialect dating back to the 1800's. This land is located on the Mason Dixon line between the towns of Boonville and Philo; boasts extraordinarily expansive views of Anderson Valley. Glampers can experience views of world-class vineyards, farmland and redwoods while hearing the flow of the river, just footsteps away. Indoor glamping and outdoor locations available. From Highway 101 North, follow signs to Cloverdale or Ukiah towards the town of Boonville. Either stay on Hwy 128 in Boonville and turn left across from Lichen Estates winery. Optional scenic route via Anderson Valley Way until it ends at a vineyard next to the Boonville Barn Collective. Slowly drive down the road between the pepper farm and vineyard. There are a few speed bumps and pot holes so take your time and please respect the 5 mile per hour speed limit. There is a narrow bridge over the Navarro River and a wooden sign that points towards Whittaker and 2 locked gates. Instant entry glamping site is to the right and VIP access is straight ahead with confirmed instructions via email.
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