100% (180) • 9 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Rio Dell
Lost Coast
1. Lost Coast
100%
(22)
15mi from Rio Dell · 3 sites
Welcome to The Lost Coast in Petrolia, CA- WE HAVE THREE SITES-The Garden Cabin, The Abalone RV, and The Milk Shed. Discover your peaceful retreat nestled just 4 miles from the pristine Lost Coast of California. Situated in the remote and unspoiled wilderness of the National King Range, this area boasts 35 miles of undeveloped coastline and the renowned Lost Coast Trail, perfect for hiking and enjoying the serene beachfront.
Surrounded by abundant wildlife, mountain lion, black bear, coyote, raccoon, skunk, and natural beauty, The Lost Coast offers a tranquil escape, once you arrive. The road leading in is twisty and narrow with many pot holes so arrive during daylight hours. The last 30 miles takes over an hour to drive, the road is no joke. Once you arrive, I will give you a short tour of the property, like where the compost toilet is located! Now you are ready for your solitude in nature or adventurous exploration along the rugged coastline. This remote area provides endless opportunities for relaxation and adventure.
We offer home baked organic sourdough bread for $10 and it is sooooo goood! Other local amenities include a Sunday Farmers Market, the Petrolia Store that makes a nice deli sandwich, volunteer fire department, no hospital, and a post office. There is WiFi, limited cell service, so this terrain is rugged, remote, so pack accordingly. Due to the surroundings, there is a standard release form for our guests to sign. Come experience the tranquility and beauty of the Lost Coast at the Garden Cabin – it truly is heaven on earth.
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Sol Spirit Farm
2. Sol Spirit Farm
100%
(10)
38mi from Rio Dell · 6 sites
Learn more about this land:Come experience life on a cannabis farm in the Emerald Triangle! We are a working farm, so there is always something happening in the garden. Depending on when you visit, we might be planting, pruning, harvesting, cloning, trimming, or some combination of those activities. We designed this experience to share our love of regenerative farming with others. The six tents are all located within a central "glampground" surrounded by our cannabis farm and vegetable and livestock areas. We are in "Bigfoot Country" in the Emerald Triangle of Northern California. Due to severe fire danger in the summer, we don't allow personal fires, but instead include organic farm to table meals in the price of your stay, using eggs, meat and produce from our farm or other local farms (vegetarian and vegan options available.) Let us cook for you and make your vacation that much more relaxing. You can also schedule a river float or whitewater rafting trip with us for an additional fee. The area is home to world class river rafting, pristine swimming holes, extraordinary cannabis farms, vineyards, fishing and wildlife sightings. We can help you plan your days to take in all this beautiful area has to offer.
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100% (180) • 9 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Rio Dell
Lost Coast
1. Lost Coast
100%
(22)
15mi from Rio Dell · 3 sites
Welcome to The Lost Coast in Petrolia, CA- WE HAVE THREE SITES-The Garden Cabin, The Abalone RV, and The Milk Shed. Discover your peaceful retreat nestled just 4 miles from the pristine Lost Coast of California. Situated in the remote and unspoiled wilderness of the National King Range, this area boasts 35 miles of undeveloped coastline and the renowned Lost Coast Trail, perfect for hiking and enjoying the serene beachfront.
Surrounded by abundant wildlife, mountain lion, black bear, coyote, raccoon, skunk, and natural beauty, The Lost Coast offers a tranquil escape, once you arrive. The road leading in is twisty and narrow with many pot holes so arrive during daylight hours. The last 30 miles takes over an hour to drive, the road is no joke. Once you arrive, I will give you a short tour of the property, like where the compost toilet is located! Now you are ready for your solitude in nature or adventurous exploration along the rugged coastline. This remote area provides endless opportunities for relaxation and adventure.
We offer home baked organic sourdough bread for $10 and it is sooooo goood! Other local amenities include a Sunday Farmers Market, the Petrolia Store that makes a nice deli sandwich, volunteer fire department, no hospital, and a post office. There is WiFi, limited cell service, so this terrain is rugged, remote, so pack accordingly. Due to the surroundings, there is a standard release form for our guests to sign. Come experience the tranquility and beauty of the Lost Coast at the Garden Cabin – it truly is heaven on earth.
Toilets
Showers
Wifi
Sol Spirit Farm
2. Sol Spirit Farm
100%
(10)
38mi from Rio Dell · 6 sites
Learn more about this land:Come experience life on a cannabis farm in the Emerald Triangle! We are a working farm, so there is always something happening in the garden. Depending on when you visit, we might be planting, pruning, harvesting, cloning, trimming, or some combination of those activities. We designed this experience to share our love of regenerative farming with others. The six tents are all located within a central "glampground" surrounded by our cannabis farm and vegetable and livestock areas. We are in "Bigfoot Country" in the Emerald Triangle of Northern California. Due to severe fire danger in the summer, we don't allow personal fires, but instead include organic farm to table meals in the price of your stay, using eggs, meat and produce from our farm or other local farms (vegetarian and vegan options available.) Let us cook for you and make your vacation that much more relaxing. You can also schedule a river float or whitewater rafting trip with us for an additional fee. The area is home to world class river rafting, pristine swimming holes, extraordinary cannabis farms, vineyards, fishing and wildlife sightings. We can help you plan your days to take in all this beautiful area has to offer.
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Donald
November 2025
Weekend Trip to Lost Coast
What a gem, hidden in the tiny hamlet of Petrolia! We stayed in the Garden Cabin which was a small cabin large enough only for a queen-sized bed, mini-fridge, and a couple of shelves for the tea kettle and some bowls. Very charming and perfect for a short stay especially when one has other activities to occupy the day. There is an outdoor shower and clawfoot bathtub with plenty of hot water, and an Adirondack loveseat with a propane fire (no wood fires allowed.)
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Rosette
August 2025
Weekend Trip to Lost Coast
Dana and Dan have truly created a little slice of zen in Petrolia. Our stay in the cabin was idyllic and peaceful. We slept so soundly and comfortably in the cabin. Very comfortable bed and bedding! The beaches and landscape can only be described as EPIC. This was a perfrct place to sleep while exploring them. Sourdough boule and Jam is not to be missed— we ate every bit of it —and were so grateful for fruit and veg from the beautiful garden. Truly an off grid delight with all the creature comforts including hot water! This spot is truly special and intentional and we couldn’t be more grateful that Dana and Dan are willing to share it. It’s fueling our retirement dreams for sure. :)
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Mitchell
July 2025
Weekend Trip to Lost Coast
This was definitely the best Hipcamp experience I’ve had and if it had been an Airbnb, it would be one of the best Airbnb experiences I’ve had. I love VW buses and it was a great opportunity to sleep in one. But moreover, besides just the nostalgia of it, they made it feel very clean and cozy with great lighting and fun little amenities. The bedding in the bus was extremely comfortable and felt very clean, and I was able to read my book with the lighting they provided. And I stayed warm! Then there was a great outdoor kitchen and outdoor shower and out house. Everything was extremely well kept. The site sits on their private land right next to the village of Petrolia and it feels like absolute paradise. Dan cooks amazing sourdough bread and I highly recommend getting a loaf. We interacted primarily with his partner Dana, and she could not have been nicer. She met us when we arrived, even though we arrived quite late and showed us around. She gave us a farm tour the next day and let us pick vegetables and overall was just the kindest host. She is also a golf pro and teaches golf lessons and has built her own little golf course out there which was really cool. Can’t recommend this place enough. 15/10 stars!!
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Matt
July 2025
Weekend Trip to Lost Coast
Dana and Dan are extremely hospitable folks who have done an incredible job manicuring their land!! They are wonderfully gracious with their time and space. We stayed in the Garden Cabin and found it to be both comfortable and spacious. The effort they put into maintaining their property shines!!! We were fortunate to spend time with them in their beautifully productive garden, and were hosted for a short round of golf by Dana.
We are so grateful for our time spent in Petrolia with you! If you are looking in the area: this is THE place to spend your time at!!!
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Chris
June 2025
1 night at Lost Coast
The Milk Shed was a cozy little spot on the lost coast. The hosts were helpful but not intrusive. The bed inside the old VW Bus was very comfortable. Would definitely recommend and hope to back and spend more time.
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sahar
June 2025
Weekend Trip to Lost Coast
This place was absolutely magical. So peaceful and well kept and the fresh bread and garden tour were a delight. Dana is a great host and clearly loves the land and space they provide. The road is a bit harrowing, but with good brakes (Dana’s tip) and good tires, any car could make it. And it’s worth the drive. Also take the directions to the beach for sunset- it is worth the short drive
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Ryan
May 2025
Weekend Trip to Lost Coast
Excellent hospitality and amazing views. I live within a couple hours drive and would happily visit again. Dana is a very warm host.
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Raffelina
December 2024
Weekend Trip to Lost Coast
What a beautiful garden cabin in a beautiful place!!! I felt so much peace there. The cabin was clean, the bed SO comfy, the thoughtful touches incredible, the outdoor tub so fun, the most beautiful view from the compost toilet ever, and the kindest host. Lovely lovely lovely all around
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Grace
November 2024
1 night at Lost Coast
This was a great and restorative place to stay. It was beautiful, clean, quiet, and the hosts were kind. It is close to a beautiful beach and the land itself is beautiful. Birds are chirping everywhere and gentle fog covers the trees. We bought bread from Dan and Dana and it was so good!! What a lovely place :)
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