Camping near Silver Lakes

Looking for the best camping near Silver Lakes? The area features dozens of top-rated campgrounds and places to park your RV for the night, many within a short distance of California hiking, biking, and other outdoor activities. Whether you want a pet-friendly campsite or a family cabin rental with wifi, check out campsite photos, tips, and reviews from other outdoor enthusiasts to plan your next camping trip near Silver Lakes.

90% (2K) • 2,426 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Silver Lakes

VVGMC TAILGATE

1. VVGMC TAILGATE

100%

(10)

15mi from Silver Lakes · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

🌿🏡 Escape to the Serene Beauty of VVGMC TAILGATE 🏡🌿 Introducing our newest listing: VVGMC TAILGATE Acres, your private oasis in the heart of California! 🌄✨ Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat, planning an event, or looking for the perfect wedding venue, we've got you covered. 🌟 PRIVATE RENTALS AVAILABLE 🌟 Starting at just $100/day, immerse yourself in nature's embrace with our private rental options. Relax, unwind, and create lasting memories in the picturesque countryside. 🌳🌻 🎉 EVENTS & RETREATS 🎉 VVGMC TAILGATE is the ideal setting for your next event or retreat. From corporate getaways to intimate gatherings, our versatile venue can be tailored to your specific needs. Let us help you create an unforgettable experience! 🌿💼 💍 WEDDINGS MADE MAGICAL 💍 Say "I do" surrounded by the enchanting beauty of Lo Fi Country Acres. Our stunning landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for your dream wedding. Get in touch with our dedicated staff to start planning your special day. 💞✨ 🌼 AMENITIES TAILORED TO YOU 🌼 We believe in making your experience truly unique. Customizable amenities are available upon request, from catering services to event coordination. Let us bring your vision to life! 🏡 LONG-TERM TENANCY 🏡 Fall in love with the tranquility of VVGMC TAILGATE Acres year-round. We welcome long-term tenants looking to make our haven their home. Discover the joy of living amidst nature's splendor. 🏕️🌅 📆 Availability: Until November 2024 📲 Contact us now to reserve your dates, discuss your event needs, or inquire about long-term tenancy. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to escape to Lo Fi Country Acres! 🌿✨ 📍 Location: UNDISCLOSED 💻 Website: UNDISCLOSED 📞 Phone: UNDISCLOSED 📧 Email: UNDISCLOSED Escape to serenity at #VVGMCTAILGATE 🌿💫

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Family-Friendly Skoolie Glamping

2. Family-Friendly Skoolie Glamping

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(42)

23mi from Silver Lakes · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

EVERY STAY PLANTS A TREE 🌳 Our mission is to cultivate all ten acres of land into a sustainable oasis. That’s why we offer glamping on our tiny house bus (the "Starry Night Skoolie"), and tent camping in the gardens. 100% of proceeds to back to planting trees, watering gardens, and cultivating the land. Watch it grow: ForEveryStarATree.com In 2023, we incorporated as a nonprofit ecofarm called "For Every Star A Tree." Kids LOVE exploring our school bus clubhouse as well as the land. Pets LOVE to run free! Enjoy relaxing in the hammock, sitting at the picnic table, or even laying down on the ground to fall into the infinite starry night desert skies.

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Mojave Moonlight Camping

3. Mojave Moonlight Camping

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23mi from Silver Lakes · 4 sites · Tents, RVs

Located in the outskirts of Lucene ValleyLearn more about this land: Experience a blanket of stars at night, beautiful sunrise and sunsets. We have limited it to only 4 campsites so there is plenty of space and privacy on this 20 acre campsite.Hike  the  mountain, experience nature and solitude and be just 10 minutes  from a town where a supermarket, hardware store, service station, post office, sheriff's station and a variety of restaurants  are available.This is big sky and wide open California Desert. Remote enough to be away from crowds but close enough for all the essentials.Life is short ...                         Get outside.

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Saddleback Butte State Park

4. Saddleback Butte State Park

83%

(3)

State park 28mi from Silver Lakes · 51 sites

Lay your head under the Mojave Desert's starry starry night sky beneath the rocky Saddleback Butte.

San Bernardino National Forest

5. San Bernardino National Forest

93%

(157)

National forest 100mi from Silver Lakes · 863 sites

Test your summiting skills on some of Southern California's most picturesque peaks.

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Fort Bailey Private Desert Estate

6. Fort Bailey Private Desert Estate

95%

(20)

25mi from Silver Lakes · 2 sites

Welcome to your private 2-acre retreat nestled in the heart of the high desert, surrounded by a forest of iconic Joshua trees. Just 20 minutes from Mountain High Ski Resort, this serene escape offers the perfect blend of rugged beauty and peaceful seclusion. 🌄 Unforgettable sunsets paint the sky each evening 🏔 Quick access to skiing, snowboarding, and mountain adventures 🌵 Countless Joshua trees create a magical, otherworldly landscape 🚪 Fully fenced for privacy and peace of mind

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Camp NadaLotta

7. Camp NadaLotta

94%

(98)

27mi from Silver Lakes · 1 site

Chrissy & Ian love the desert for how quiet and open it feels. They bought this land to have a simple place to get away, spend time outside, and slow things down. It started as a spot for friends and family to camp, cook, and hang out together without a lot of distractions. Nothing fancy, just space, fresh air, and a chance to unplug. We hope you enjoy your time here!

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Casa Zen

8. Casa Zen

100%

(12)

27mi from Silver Lakes · 2 sites

Escape to Tranquility – A Peaceful High Desert Retreat Nestled on 2.5 acres of peaceful high-desert land, Casa Zen is a place to step away from the noise and pace of city life. Lovingly created and maintained by a husband-and-wife team, the property has been evolving over the past five years—and we continue to add new spaces and experiences as the land grows with us. Surrounded by beautiful mountain and desert views, minimal traffic, open skies, and plenty of quiet, Casa Zen was created as an intentional space for slowing down and reconnecting with yourself and nature. Whether you want to journal, read, meditate, move your body, or simply sit in stillness, there are little spaces throughout the property to make your own. Our amenities include a handmade outdoor stone cold shower surrounded by plants, a rustic outhouse restroom, and our newest addition—a private cedar sauna available for guests to enjoy. Throughout the property, you’ll also find simple opportunities for movement and grounding. Hang or do pull-ups from our outdoor bar, walk the land barefoot, or challenge your balance on our circle of eight massive boulders—each weighing approximately 1,500 pounds and positioned close enough together to step from stone to stone at your own pace. Much of what you see at Casa Zen has been built, planted, collected, or created by our own hands. The property continues to grow and change, so returning guests may discover something new each time they visit. Come escape the city, breathe the high-desert air, enjoy the silence, and experience a slower and simpler pace of life. Property Size: 2.5 Acres

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Hot Springs Campground

9. Hot Springs Campground

93%

(72)

28mi from Silver Lakes · 8 sites · Tents, RVs

Rural 160 acre homestead property located in the mountains of the Mojave Desert, next to the Deep Creek Hot Springs. This off the grid property is surrounded by 1,000s of acres of undeveloped BLM and US Forestry land, providing endless views of the San Bernardino mountains and high desert scenery, Numerous hiking and OHV offroad trails right off the property. The 6 mile dirt road can be bumpy, but a 4WD isa not necessary. Low profile vehicles and large trailers Park your car, truck/trailer or RV right at one of our developed campsites that has a patch of turf, picnic tables and fire pits (grills available). Flushing toilets, pits toilets, potable water, and showers on site. *Warning! The hike to the Deep Creek Hot Springs is fairly steep and can be difficult for some people, especially in warm weather, so everyone’s physical fitness needs to be considered when deciding to hike to the hot springs with pets, children, elderly people, or out-of-shape/over-weight people in your group. Even though Deep Creek has never had any known cases of amoeba outbreaks, be advised that the warm waters around hot springs can carry a sometimes fatal amoeba. *Although children are permitted at most sites on the property (children are not permitted at the cabin or spring pool sites), we do not recommend bringing them due to occasional nudity that may be seen in the area and the degree of difficulty for the hike. In order to be prepared with the correct gear to make the hike to the hot springs and know the USFS rules that apply to the area, please educate yourself before coming by visiting the USFS website page for the Deep Creek area. Know before you go! The Deep Creek Hot Springs Campground is part of the historic Bowen Ranch property that was homesteaded in 1924 and has been the camping and parking area for the Deep Creek Hot Springs for nearly a century. The Bowen Ranch property is under new ownership as of 2020. See our webpage deepcreekhotspringscampground.com for more information and detailed driving directions to our property.

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Angeles National Forest

10. Angeles National Forest

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(230)

National forest 54mi from Silver Lakes · 791 sites

Experience the beauty of nature without having to stray far from Los Angeles.

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Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area

11. Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area

93%

(15)

State park 32mi from Silver Lakes · 142 sites

Beat the SoCal heat with a camping trip at this popular lakeside spot.

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Star Ranch

12. Star Ranch

98%

(27)

31mi from Silver Lakes · 1 site

Star Ranch 🏜️🌵 Escape the city and experience the peaceful beauty of the California High Desert at Star Ranch. Nestled on 10 private acres near Lake Los Angeles, our unique desert getaway offers two cozy A frame cabins surrounded by open skies, breathtaking sunsets, and some of the best stargazing in Southern California. Whether you’re looking to unplug for the weekend, enjoy a getaway, reconnect with friends, or simply relax in nature, Star Ranch is the perfect place to slow down and unwind. ────────────── 🏕️ What you’ll love • Two unique A frame cabins with room for up to 4 guests • King bed in the main cabin • Outdoor hot shower & flushable restroom • Outdoor kitchen with sink and prep area • Fire pit / BBQ grill for relaxing evenings • Solar lighting and battery powered outlets • Small Cowboy Pool • Plenty of parking for cars, trucks, trailers, and boats • Peaceful, private desert setting with incredible stargazing ────────────── 🔥 Outdoor amenities • Fire pit / BBQ grill • Outdoor kitchen • Picnic table & outdoor seating • Hot outdoor shower • Small Cowboy Pool • Flushable restroom • Wide open space to explore and relax ────────────── ✨ Things to do nearby • Stargazing & astrophotography • Desert hiking and exploring • Off roading & dirt biking • Beautiful desert sunsets • Day trips to Vasquez Rocks, Devil’s Punchbowl & Angeles National Forest • Antelope Valley Indian Museum • Local restaurants and grocery stores within a short drive ────────────── ⚠️ Good to Know • The property is located in a quiet, rural desert area, perfect for disconnecting and enjoying nature. • Drinking water is not provided, so please bring your own. • The cabins include battery powered outlets for charging small devices. • The cabin door locks can be a little stiff, just pull firmly while unlocking. ────────────── 📍 Location Located near Lake Los Angeles / Palmdale, California in the beautiful High Desert. Enjoy peaceful desert scenery while still being close enough to restaurants, grocery stores, and local attractions. Detailed arrival instructions and the correct address will be provided after booking. We can’t wait to welcome you to Star Ranch! 🌵✨

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Private Hilltop Desert Dome + Pool | 1 Hr from LA

13. Private Hilltop Desert Dome + Pool | 1 Hr from LA

99%

(137)

33mi from Silver Lakes · 1 site

Welcome to The Hilltop Getaway! Escape the city for a private desert retreat just about an hour from LA. Set on a secluded 2.5-acre hilltop with 360° views, Joshua Trees and massive rock formations, The Hilltop Getaway feels like your own private desert park. Perfect for a romantic escape for two, a family getaway, or a relaxing trip with friends. Enjoy the seasonal pool, explore the rocks, watch incredible sunsets, and unwind by the fire pit under a sky full of stars. The 23-ft (7 m) geodesic dome features a queen memory-foam bed, additional convertible sleeping spaces, comfortable lounge and dining areas, WiFi, mini fridge/freezer, projector and screen, Bluetooth soundbar, and a large panoramic window overlooking the desert. Outside, you’ll find several private areas to relax and enjoy the landscape, including a propane fire pit, hammock, outdoor seating and dining areas. The outdoor bar/kitchen includes a four-burner propane grill with side burner, sink, bar counter and dining space. A separate private restroom and shower cabin includes a flush portable toilet, sink and hot shower. Towels and soap are provided. During the warmer months, guests can enjoy our 8-ft stock-tank pool, open seasonally from May through October. Guests have private access to the entire 2.5-acre property, including the geodesic dome, seasonal pool, outdoor kitchen and BBQ, fire pit, outdoor dining and lounge areas, private restroom and hot shower, and surrounding desert grounds and rock formations. The entire property is reserved exclusively for you during your stay, THERE ARE NO SHARED SPACES. The Hilltop Getaway is an off-grid desert experience rather than a conventional hotel stay. Electricity is supplied by our solar/battery system. Utility water is provided for washing and showering but is not intended for drinking, so please bring bottled drinking water. Commercial and professional photo/video productions require prior approval. Personal photography and videos are welcome If you’re looking for a place to hike, relax, refresh and recharge yourself, you found the place! While our site is private and secluded, it is close to most stores you might need. Palmdale is a 10-minute drive and has a Target, Walmart, Home Depot, Ross, restaurants, fast foods, banks, and more. Additionally, you can visit a lot of unique places just few minutes from us like Antelope Valley Indian Museum, Four Aces Movie Ranch, Movie Set Diner, Club Ed Movie Set, El Mirage Dry Lake, Kill Bill Church, Antelope Valley Poppy Reserve, Joe Davies Heritage Airpark, Blackbird Airpark, Dry Town Water Park On our space you'll find 1. Bar/Kitchen area offers a four-burner gas grill with one side burner, kitchen table, sink with foot water pump, bar counter with four chairs on the bar deck; 2. Classic wood picnic table 3. Fire pit with wood chairs and bench for lounging 4. Hammock for relaxing and stargazing 5. Toilet/Shower cabin. Thetford Porta Potti flush toilet, sink with foot water pump, mirror, Eccotemp hot shower We provide towels and soap 6. Cowboy Pool 8ft Open seasonally May - Oct 7. The Geo Dome Tent 23ft (7M) is equipped with everything for a comfortable glamping experience Geo Dome: - Queen bed with memory-foam mattress and bedding - Two Convertable Tri-Fold Sofa Beds - Twin Tufted Back Convertible Sofa - Foldable Camping Cot - Hammock Chair Swing - Dining Set - Nightstands - Kitchen Island with kitchen utensils, pots, tableware - Portable Power Station EcoFlow River Mini for charging and power devices - Propane Portable Heater, indoor-safe (Propane gas is include) - Solar lights - Fresh towel-Fresh linen- Books games for entertainment - fire extinguisher, first aid kit, etc

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Cozy Corral RV Hook-ups

14. Cozy Corral RV Hook-ups

93%

(15)

35mi from Silver Lakes · 1 site · Tent, RV

Serene RV Hook-up with Full Amenities in Lucerne Valley. Welcome to our tranquil retreat in Lucerne Valley, offering the perfect RV hook-up experience for off-roaders and adventurers seeking a peaceful oasis. Nestled amidst the picturesque desert landscape, our property provides a serene getaway with essential amenities, including water, electricity, and a convenient sewer dump station. Prepare to unwind and rejuvenate while enjoying the beauty of the Mojave Desert.

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The Nook

15. The Nook

99%

(36)

35mi from Silver Lakes · 1 site

The Nook is a cozy, rustic cabin nestled in the San Bernardino National Forest and on the edge of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). Wake slowly to the sounds of the creek running in the backyard. Have a glass of wine while forest bathing. Take a hike to Deep Creek. The Nook is the perfect escape! Check out our Instagram @thenook_lakearrowhead

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Desert Stargazers Dream

16. Desert Stargazers Dream

91%

(17)

36mi from Silver Lakes · 1 site · Tent, RV

Learn more about this land: Less them 3 hours from Los Angeles, this private property is 2 acres of the secluded desert for you to enjoy! Just outside California City, there are miles of roads for the off-road enthusiast and some of the best stargazing in California. (As the Mayor once said, you can see more stars in California City then you could in Los Angeles). There is also great rockhounding and hiking opportunities! Campers can set up camp anywhere on the property but we also have an area cleared off for tent or car camping. There is also a firepit - enjoy and have a huge bon fire! 4 wheel drive highly recommended due to sand and dirt roads Fires are allowed but must be completely put out, and campers must bring all their own supplies. All off-roading must get permit before hand - contact host for details.

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Storybook Nook- secluded cabin!

17. Storybook Nook- secluded cabin!

100%

(10)

36mi from Silver Lakes · 1 site

Step into the pages of a fairytale at The Storybook Nook! Featuring storybook style interior design, this cozy cabin has been attentively curated to create the feel that you have stumbled upon an enchanted cottage. It is nestled on its own private plateau, on a heavily wooded, secluded a hillside. Perfect for a romantic getaway, writer's retreat, two friends, or a solo traveler looking to unwind in serene nature. Pet friendly! Only 1 mile to The Village; 7 mins to Sky Park-Santa's Village!

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Cold Creek Homestead

18. Cold Creek Homestead

95%

(31)

37mi from Silver Lakes · 1 site

Cold Creek is a unique 112-acre property in the San Bernardino National Forest. Because of its location in a 3,200 foot elevation, it's colder than the Southern California deserts and warmer than the cold mountains above us. Our temperatures rarely exceed 90F and rarely drop below 40F. We have plenty sun and about two to three days of snow every winter. A year-around creek keeps everything green and fresh around the year. We are the second owners since 1913, and operate a small organic orchard on the property. We are most famous for our honey, peaches and figs, but also grow apples, pears, persimmon, blackberries, greens, bay leaf, white sage and more.For years , we were WWOOF hosts (look it up ;-) and resisted opening up Cold Creek to traffic associated with daily camping arrivals, but we finally found the perfect spots for visitors to park their RVs, spend a quiet night and visit the orchard by foot.We are now excited by the prospect of focusing on expanding our micro-farming and inviting campers to look over our shoulders.

Holistic Happiness

19. Holistic Happiness

100%

(13)

38mi from Silver Lakes · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

Come enjoy open views of the mountain and desert sky. Guests will get to enjoy farm raised eggs from chickens and ducks on the farm. Propane BBQ grill with Rotisserie attachment available upon request. This is a dry camp site. If you are an RV or Camper or Semi and just need a place to park; I can accommodate.

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The Engels Nest Cozy Cabin

20. The Engels Nest Cozy Cabin

95%

(60)

38mi from Silver Lakes · 1 site

We have recently given the entire cabin a fresh remodel! It’s even more cozy than before complete with new kitchen, vaulted wood beam ceilings, fresh flooring and lots of Pendelton blankets! You will LOVE IT! Master has a queen bed, while the 2nd bedroom has 4 twin bunk beds. We also have a firepit! Been coming to this magical part of the San bernardino mountains since I was a little girl. I learned to ski here when there was an old ski hill and tow ropes! Lots of mountain trails to hit right out the front door! My Father and Grandfather both spent time here and nothing has changed! It is single story with all open beam ceilings, wood floors throughout and hiking right out the door to miles and miles of trails! Stunning sunsets, a cute town with lots of live music quaint coffee shop. Explore snow shoeing, San epic sled hill, stargazing, off roading, hiking, kayaking, fishing, cross country skiiing, and our local downloading and skiiing mountains! 🏔️ You will fall in Love with Green Valley Lake!

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The best dog-friendly campsites near Silver Lakes

VVGMC TAILGATE

100%

(10)

15mi from Silver Lakes · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

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Family-Friendly Skoolie Glamping

98%

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23mi from Silver Lakes · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

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Mojave Moonlight Camping

98%

(184)

23mi from Silver Lakes · 4 sites · Tents, RVs

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Camp NadaLotta

94%

(98)

27mi from Silver Lakes · 1 site

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Hot Springs Campground

93%

(72)

28mi from Silver Lakes · 8 sites · Tents, RVs

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Star Ranch

98%

(27)

31mi from Silver Lakes · 1 site

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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Alyssa

2 days ago

20 ft truck camper

1 night at VVGMC TAILGATE

My family loves camping here it is very quiet and peaceful. Watching the stars is one of the best features plenty of shooting stars and constellations to admire all night. It's a 4 hour walk to the gas station so please be mindful and be prepared

Riley

2 weeks ago

Tent

1 night at Mojave Moonlight Camping

Really cool spot with great views and tons of space!

Miguel

2 weeks ago

2 nights at Storybook Nook- secluded cabin!

Amazing! Beautiful property and charming cabin with tons of details for the fantasy lovers. Comfortable EVERYTHING. WILL book again!

3 weeks ago

30 ft travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Holistic Happiness

Quiet and private, great boondock spot! Matt came out and greeted us, and help direct us in. Level spot. Easy come, easy go!

Noah

3 weeks ago

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Mojave Moonlight Camping

I enjoyed my stay, the stars were very nice. Tables and chairs and fire pit at each spot, very private. Good price. No bathrooms or anything but store 10 min away with everything you need

Joe

September 2026

21 ft Class B

1 night at Mountain Shadow Hideaway

Quiet place conveniently located right off of 40. Another nice and simple Hipcamp spot. I would stop by again to hike nearby if time allowed. Thanks Jacob!

JI YUN

September 2026

20 ft Class B

1 night at Holcomb Valley Ranch

Nice and quiet campsite. Ed was very helpful and welcoming. Can't wait to be back again!

Patricia

September 2026

Tent

With pets

1 night at Holcomb Valley Ranch

Such a gorgeous gem! The camp host, Ed, was great too!

Paige

September 2026

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Holcomb Valley Ranch

We absolutely loved Holcomb Valley Ranch & will be back! We brought our 4 month old Labrador and had a great time letting him off leash and enjoying the outdoors. This place is a gem. Please pack it in pack it out! Leave no trace of your time here to keep it beautiful for all to enjoy. Thank you Ed, our camp host. Watching the horses gallop at sunrise was top 5 coolest things I’ve witnessed! We stayed at site F3.

Lauren

September 2026

20 ft Class B

Weekend Trip to Mountain Shadow Hideaway

These are the kindest hosts you’ll come across! If I’m ever back in the area, I’ll 100% be rebooking here.

Kayla

September 2026

Tent

Weekend Trip to VVGMC TAILGATE

Beautiful stars! Shoot stars while you sleep next to a warm fire is the best. Loved our stay. The roads are rough but getting out there is amazing. Would recommend

Abdul

August 2026

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Holcomb Valley Ranch

Absolutely wonderful time. Super easy to get to. Very spacious camp grounds. The horses in the meadows were breathtaking. We were blessed with a full moon at night and the sky was like something out of a movie. We will definitely be back.

Lance

August 2026

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Holcomb Valley Ranch

A hidden gem. Everybody had a blast. We stayed at E1 and had plenty of space for 8 people. We could’ve fit more. Close to bathrooms with hot showers and running well water. We brought a battery for electrical use with string lights, coffee machines, etc and it was some fine glamping. The horses and meadows were beautiful. The manager of the ranch (Ed) came down to personally greet us and toured us around the rest of the ranch. It was a personal touch that made the experience second to none. We will be staying here again for years to come, I just hope it’s availability stays the way it is!

"The cabin had everything we needed for a comfortable stay for the weekend. The gave us clear instructions to check in. The views from the cabin we beautiful! I would definitely stay here again in the future." - Kristine, Oct 2022

Guillermo

August 2026

Group trip

2 nights at SB Mountain Cabin Rentals

Amazing stay and the view is so breathtaking, it is perfect for a getaway

Carmín

August 2026

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Cold Creek Homestead

I stay last weekend it was really good, I forgot her name the yung lady was very nice with me she made me feel very safe cause it was just my self camping I wold definitely recommend this place

Tony

August 2026

Tent

Weekend Trip to Holcomb Valley Ranch

Our camp site, F7, was in a perfect location: close enough to big bear and remote enough to enjoy a cool night under the stars. There was a fire pit and bench included. We had enough space to choose were set up our tent and park the car. Spigots were available throughout the camp grounds. Host was great!

J.D.

August 2026

Tent

Weekend Trip to Holcomb Valley Ranch

love this place. Been here twice. Lovely grounds, easy to get in and out. A real favorite.

Dominique

August 2026

20 ft campervan

1 night at Holistic Happiness

Very close to the highway. Easy to access late at night when we weren't finding other easy parking options. (Barstow wasn't a place we wanted to park and sleep.)

Kaitlin

August 2026

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Desert Stargazers Dream

Pros: quite close to LA and while it isn’t the darkest sky, you’re still able to see so many stars and meteors. Very isolated area where we did not see nor hear from a single soul during our time there. We really enjoyed cowboy camping under the stars and counting all the meteors we saw. Some spotty service with only the occasional SOS. Cons: 4WD is necessary. Drive slow, follow the directions, have offline maps and directions downloaded. Be prepared to possibly get stuck in sand and have the appropriate tools to get yourself out. The links in the message from the host are broken. The painted rocks/lines noted in the directions are difficult to locate and should consider a different means to determine where to park on the site as well as outlining where the fire pit is. Myself and the camp managed just fine, but be sure to allocate a lot of time to do those things before dark. Unfortunately, the host was not reachable during our time there, but we made the booking last minute so not a huge fault that the host was without service during that time. All in all, would come out again, just would be better prepared with regards to our arrival time.

David

August 2026

36 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Cold Creek Homestead

Nice quiet spot just far enough off the highway that we didn't hear it from our trailer. We would definitely visit again.