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Looking to go camping near Smith River, California and indulge in some climbing? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 180 available options in the area specifically tailored for climbers, you'll be sure to find the perfect spot to pitch your tent or park your RV. And with prices starting as low as $20 per night and an average price of $55 per night, camping has never been more affordable. Check out some of the top campsites like Cornerstone Ranch (267 reviews), Redwood Retreat (180 reviews), and Juniper Spur Ranch (119 reviews) to see why they're so highly rated. Plus, popular amenities like trash disposal, pet-friendly policies, and showers make for a comfortable camping experience. And when you're not climbing, take advantage of the area's wind sports, swimming, and whitewater paddling activities. Get ready for an unforgettable camping adventure!

95% (981)

Top-rated campgrounds near Smith River

  • Sometimes the Elk come say hello
  • Beautiful Sunsets on the beach
  • Sometimes the Elk come say hello

1. Cornerstone Ranch

97%
(758)
38mi from Smith River · 10 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Cornerstone Ranch is a pristine Ranch of about 500 acres on the Rogue River and against the Pacific Ocean offering too many experiences to count. You can even bring your horse... FYI, Hipcamps map for site locations is not correct. Two go next to the driveway and the other four follow the creek. From the South GPS is very accurate to our driveway. Coming from the North, GPS may drop you a few driveways away as that is the property line. Keep driving about another 1/8th mile until you see the large red "Cornerstone Ranch" sign. That is our driveway. Welcome... The ranch offers 6 different campsites. Campfires are allowed (outside of burn bans), and there is a toilet in off season and Port-A-Potties during the summer on site as well. Reviews from guests: "During the night we could hear Elk and the nearby nature! When we woke up we got to visit with the horses, use the really clean port-potty, and chat with Bonnie and Chris the Hosts. They have tons of recommendations, but our favorite was the Indian creek cafe across the river. The areas so great and clean and the host cares about their guests! Would recommend!"
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$39
 / night
  • Out’n’About treehouse treesort
  • Out’n’About treehouse treesort
  • Out’n’About treehouse treesort

2. Out’n’About treehouse treesort

93%
(7)
28mi from Smith River · 25 sites · Lodging
Out’n’About is a treehouse resort located right next to the siskiyou national forest. The 40+ acre property is partially forested with horse pastures and meadows. There are 15 rentals, of which most are treehouses built in oak groves or Douglas fir trees. There is a main lodge where breakfast is served. Outside there is a shared kitchen pavilion with additional bathrooms. There are numerous bbqs, picnic tables, and a shared fire pit. There is a fresh water swimming pool, a ping pong table, tree trampolines, and tons of swings for the kids of all ages. For additional fees we also offer massage, horse back riding, ziplining and arts classes.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
$108
 / night
  • Nestled perfectly between two redwoods, the dome is made of recycled materials!
  • View from the base. There is a swing and a pulley system to get your items up to the top.
  • Nestled perfectly between two redwoods, the dome is made of recycled materials!

3. Redwood Retreat

97%
(374)
6.3mi from Smith River · 3 sites · Lodging
We acquired the property in 2015, out-competing a logger who wanted to cut the grove for timber. We want the redwood grove to show the value of trees preserved in their natural state. You are helping us do that by staying in our woods!
Toilets
Showers
Wifi
from 
$99
 / night
  • Rogue-River Siskiyou National Forest
  • Rogue-River Siskiyou National Forest
  • Rogue-River Siskiyou National Forest

4. Rogue-River Siskiyou National Forest

92%
(31)
736 sites · O'brien, Oregon
The Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest is made up of 1.8 million acres and spans from the Western Cascades to the Siskiyou Mountains. With somewhere between 60 to 100 inches of rain per year this escape is filled with a diversity of green and a lone Rogue River. Port Orford Cedar and Douglas fir practically litter the mountainous, and meadow landscapes. Lakes and streams (200 miles of them) aren’t too uncommon, and the forest boasts the tallest Pine tree in the World (we’re not kidding folks). The Ponderosa Pine stands at 268.35ft, which is a little bit taller than your average industrial wind turbine.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
  • Klamath National Forest
  • Not many people.
  • Klamath National Forest

5. Klamath National Forest

91%
(28)
288 sites · Greenview, California
Explore the pristine wilderness bordering California and Oregon among the Klamath Mountains.
Pets
Toilets
Potable water
  • Easily park at the campsite
  • Free Your Mind Camping
  • Easily park at the campsite

6. Free Your Mind Camping

90%
(101)
10mi from Smith River · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to the Wild West Coast! Where the mountains meet the sea. The campground is remotely located on private property and perfectly located for excursions to the Pacific Ocean, Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park, the Smith River National Recreation Area, and the Pacific Coast Ranges and mountain lakes such as the Devil's Punchbowl, Buck Lake, and Raspberry Lake. Relax and free you mind while camping on 120+ acres of private property under starry skies with almost no light or noise pollution. You are not alone on the mountain as other people live here in the wild. You only have access to the campground and a nearby pond. A locked gate with code access. The road to get there is two and a half miles up the mountain, the first mile is paved and the other mile and a half is gravel. The road is maintained by the county and used daily by others that live and work here. In the surrounding area you can enjoy hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing, surfing, beachcombing, birdwatching, and countless other outdoor activities. French Hill Trail is a few more miles up the mountain road. The campsites have picnic tables and fire rings, and campers are provided with 5 gallons of potable water. An outdoor, COLD-water Artesian shower, out in the open mountain air with the wild things and an outhouse with a compost toilet are also provided. Bundles of firewood are available for an extra charge when you book your campsite. The campsites are set within a deciduous and pine forest at about 1913 feet in elevation. There is a pond on the property, but its purpose is for wildlife habitat ONLY, so water activities are NOT allowed. NO swimming, NO fishing, NO boating, NO trapping, etc. The wild things live here! The property owner has a dog, three cats, and a menagerie of yard birds such as turkeys, peacocks, guinea hens, chickens, ducks, geese, etc. They do make noise! Kirk has lived off-grid for over twenty years and holds a wealth of information about the Gasquet/Del Norte County area. Perhaps the most interesting feature of the property is that it has had documented Sasquatch encounters over the past twenty years that have been published in "Tribal Bigfoot" (D. Paulides 2009). Kirk can tell you about his experiences with this and other phenomena on the property.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$41
 / night
  • Tent site by river
  • Beaver Bend Sanctuary
  • Tent site by river

7. Beaver Bend Sanctuary

100%
(6)
48mi from Smith River · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Camp right on the Applegate river with us and enjoy the song of water on the rocks! Relax into the end-of-the-road privacy while still being 10 min to Grants Pass and 5 min to the nearest convenience store. We have 5 acres of grass and conifers, with madrone and oak and big leaf maple throughout. There are alders and cottonwood by the water. The main house is at the top of the property. We have several fire pits and places to camp in tents, hammocks, or RVs. We have delicious well water and fire wood stocked. We are a large family of colorful people and animals living a little up river from the merge with the Rogue River. We are open to animal guests, but there are free range chickens and cats, as well as small children on the property.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$50
 / night

Looking to go camping near Smith River, California and indulge in some climbing? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 180 available options in the area specifically tailored for climbers, you'll be sure to find the perfect spot to pitch your tent or park your RV. And with prices starting as low as $20 per night and an average price of $55 per night, camping has never been more affordable. Check out some of the top campsites like Cornerstone Ranch (267 reviews), Redwood Retreat (180 reviews), and Juniper Spur Ranch (119 reviews) to see why they're so highly rated. Plus, popular amenities like trash disposal, pet-friendly policies, and showers make for a comfortable camping experience. And when you're not climbing, take advantage of the area's wind sports, swimming, and whitewater paddling activities. Get ready for an unforgettable camping adventure!

95% (981)

Top-rated campgrounds near Smith River

  • Sometimes the Elk come say hello
  • Beautiful Sunsets on the beach
  • Sometimes the Elk come say hello

1. Cornerstone Ranch

97%
(758)
38mi from Smith River · 10 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Cornerstone Ranch is a pristine Ranch of about 500 acres on the Rogue River and against the Pacific Ocean offering too many experiences to count. You can even bring your horse... FYI, Hipcamps map for site locations is not correct. Two go next to the driveway and the other four follow the creek. From the South GPS is very accurate to our driveway. Coming from the North, GPS may drop you a few driveways away as that is the property line. Keep driving about another 1/8th mile until you see the large red "Cornerstone Ranch" sign. That is our driveway. Welcome... The ranch offers 6 different campsites. Campfires are allowed (outside of burn bans), and there is a toilet in off season and Port-A-Potties during the summer on site as well. Reviews from guests: "During the night we could hear Elk and the nearby nature! When we woke up we got to visit with the horses, use the really clean port-potty, and chat with Bonnie and Chris the Hosts. They have tons of recommendations, but our favorite was the Indian creek cafe across the river. The areas so great and clean and the host cares about their guests! Would recommend!"
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$39
 / night
  • Out’n’About treehouse treesort
  • Out’n’About treehouse treesort
  • Out’n’About treehouse treesort

2. Out’n’About treehouse treesort

93%
(7)
28mi from Smith River · 25 sites · Lodging
Out’n’About is a treehouse resort located right next to the siskiyou national forest. The 40+ acre property is partially forested with horse pastures and meadows. There are 15 rentals, of which most are treehouses built in oak groves or Douglas fir trees. There is a main lodge where breakfast is served. Outside there is a shared kitchen pavilion with additional bathrooms. There are numerous bbqs, picnic tables, and a shared fire pit. There is a fresh water swimming pool, a ping pong table, tree trampolines, and tons of swings for the kids of all ages. For additional fees we also offer massage, horse back riding, ziplining and arts classes.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
$108
 / night
  • Nestled perfectly between two redwoods, the dome is made of recycled materials!
  • View from the base. There is a swing and a pulley system to get your items up to the top.
  • Nestled perfectly between two redwoods, the dome is made of recycled materials!

3. Redwood Retreat

97%
(374)
6.3mi from Smith River · 3 sites · Lodging
We acquired the property in 2015, out-competing a logger who wanted to cut the grove for timber. We want the redwood grove to show the value of trees preserved in their natural state. You are helping us do that by staying in our woods!
Toilets
Showers
Wifi
from 
$99
 / night
  • Rogue-River Siskiyou National Forest
  • Rogue-River Siskiyou National Forest
  • Rogue-River Siskiyou National Forest

4. Rogue-River Siskiyou National Forest

92%
(31)
736 sites · O'brien, Oregon
The Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest is made up of 1.8 million acres and spans from the Western Cascades to the Siskiyou Mountains. With somewhere between 60 to 100 inches of rain per year this escape is filled with a diversity of green and a lone Rogue River. Port Orford Cedar and Douglas fir practically litter the mountainous, and meadow landscapes. Lakes and streams (200 miles of them) aren’t too uncommon, and the forest boasts the tallest Pine tree in the World (we’re not kidding folks). The Ponderosa Pine stands at 268.35ft, which is a little bit taller than your average industrial wind turbine.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
  • Klamath National Forest
  • Not many people.
  • Klamath National Forest

5. Klamath National Forest

91%
(28)
288 sites · Greenview, California
Explore the pristine wilderness bordering California and Oregon among the Klamath Mountains.
Pets
Toilets
Potable water
  • Easily park at the campsite
  • Free Your Mind Camping
  • Easily park at the campsite

6. Free Your Mind Camping

90%
(101)
10mi from Smith River · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to the Wild West Coast! Where the mountains meet the sea. The campground is remotely located on private property and perfectly located for excursions to the Pacific Ocean, Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park, the Smith River National Recreation Area, and the Pacific Coast Ranges and mountain lakes such as the Devil's Punchbowl, Buck Lake, and Raspberry Lake. Relax and free you mind while camping on 120+ acres of private property under starry skies with almost no light or noise pollution. You are not alone on the mountain as other people live here in the wild. You only have access to the campground and a nearby pond. A locked gate with code access. The road to get there is two and a half miles up the mountain, the first mile is paved and the other mile and a half is gravel. The road is maintained by the county and used daily by others that live and work here. In the surrounding area you can enjoy hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing, surfing, beachcombing, birdwatching, and countless other outdoor activities. French Hill Trail is a few more miles up the mountain road. The campsites have picnic tables and fire rings, and campers are provided with 5 gallons of potable water. An outdoor, COLD-water Artesian shower, out in the open mountain air with the wild things and an outhouse with a compost toilet are also provided. Bundles of firewood are available for an extra charge when you book your campsite. The campsites are set within a deciduous and pine forest at about 1913 feet in elevation. There is a pond on the property, but its purpose is for wildlife habitat ONLY, so water activities are NOT allowed. NO swimming, NO fishing, NO boating, NO trapping, etc. The wild things live here! The property owner has a dog, three cats, and a menagerie of yard birds such as turkeys, peacocks, guinea hens, chickens, ducks, geese, etc. They do make noise! Kirk has lived off-grid for over twenty years and holds a wealth of information about the Gasquet/Del Norte County area. Perhaps the most interesting feature of the property is that it has had documented Sasquatch encounters over the past twenty years that have been published in "Tribal Bigfoot" (D. Paulides 2009). Kirk can tell you about his experiences with this and other phenomena on the property.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$41
 / night
  • Tent site by river
  • Beaver Bend Sanctuary
  • Tent site by river

7. Beaver Bend Sanctuary

100%
(6)
48mi from Smith River · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Camp right on the Applegate river with us and enjoy the song of water on the rocks! Relax into the end-of-the-road privacy while still being 10 min to Grants Pass and 5 min to the nearest convenience store. We have 5 acres of grass and conifers, with madrone and oak and big leaf maple throughout. There are alders and cottonwood by the water. The main house is at the top of the property. We have several fire pits and places to camp in tents, hammocks, or RVs. We have delicious well water and fire wood stocked. We are a large family of colorful people and animals living a little up river from the merge with the Rogue River. We are open to animal guests, but there are free range chickens and cats, as well as small children on the property.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$50
 / night

Public campgrounds near Smith River

Ludlum House Campground

Ludlum House Campground

8mi from Smith River · 1 site · in Rogue-River Siskiyou National Forest
Miller Bar Campground

Miller Bar Campground

15mi from Smith River · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Rogue-River Siskiyou National Forest
Nook Bar Campground

Nook Bar Campground

15mi from Smith River · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Rogue-River Siskiyou National Forest
Redwood Bar Dispersed Camping
100%
(2)

Redwood Bar Dispersed Camping

17mi from Smith River · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Rogue-River Siskiyou National Forest
South Fork Camps Campground

South Fork Camps Campground

18mi from Smith River · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Rogue-River Siskiyou National Forest
Josephine Campground

Josephine Campground

32mi from Smith River · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · in Rogue-River Siskiyou National Forest
Store Gulch Campground

Store Gulch Campground

33mi from Smith River · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · in Rogue-River Siskiyou National Forest
Little Falls Campground

Little Falls Campground

33mi from Smith River · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · in Rogue-River Siskiyou National Forest
River Bench Campground
100%
(3)

River Bench Campground

33mi from Smith River · 8 sites · in Rogue-River Siskiyou National Forest
A nice place to sit.
100%
(1)

Sixmile Campground

34mi from Smith River · 4 sites · in Rogue-River Siskiyou National Forest
West Branch Campground

West Branch Campground

35mi from Smith River · 12 sites · Tents, RVs · in Klamath National Forest
Briggs Creek Campground

Briggs Creek Campground

36mi from Smith River · 3 sites · in Rogue-River Siskiyou National Forest

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Cornerstone Ranch
D
Deva
October 2025
19 ft campervan
1 night at Cornerstone Ranch
pasturelands. Calm, quiet, peaceful, with the burble of a creek and beautiful horses to gaze at. Great facilities, nearby and fantastic communication with Bonnie and Chris.
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Bear
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Drew
October 2025
Tent
With pets
1 night at Free Your Mind Camping
Easy to book! Needed a safe place to rest during a road trip and found this site. It was clean and well maintained. Would come again for a longer stay 💗
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Cornerstone Ranch
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Ann-Marie
October 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Cornerstone Ranch
This was a great place for us as we camp in a very large tent. It was peaceful, close to town and Bonnie was very responsive and welcoming. We enjoyed hearing the horses and chickens throughout the day. Our dog loved the grassy area in around our site.
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Bear
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Lindsay
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Weekend Trip to Free Your Mind Camping
Beautiful property. I enjoyed my short stay thoroughly. If I were to stay longer, I would stay in Cougar. Bear was perfect to back into, set up a small tent and stay overnight.
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Fisher
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Bryan
September 2025
Tent
2 nights at Free Your Mind Camping
We really enjoyed our stay! It was beautiful, private, and only 20 minutes from the Redwood Forest. We’re so happy we found such a nice place to camp for two nights!
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Cornerstone Ranch
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big
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Weekend Trip to Cornerstone Ranch
Nice and peaceful, definitely recommend! Bonnie is the best hostess!
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Fisher
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Isaac
September 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Free Your Mind Camping
Excellent tent camping out of the way wilderness spot for a low key private feeling camp!!!
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Cornerstone Ranch
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Mark
August 2025
24 ft pop-up camper
3 nights at Cornerstone Ranch
My wife and I really enjoyed camping at Cornerstone Ranch. It was a great location not far from town and extremely quiet. It was also nice hearing the horses. Very peaceful stay. Highly recommend.
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Cornerstone Ranch
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Kathy
August 2025
45 ft Class C
Weekend Trip to Cornerstone Ranch
Cornerstone Ranch was wonderful! Lots of room for 6 rigs, welcoming hosts and beautiful horses.
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Cornerstone Ranch
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Alfred
August 2025
Tent
With kids
4 nights at Cornerstone Ranch
Our family enjoyed our 4 nights here at Cornerstone Ranch. Host was very welcoming and very passionate in sharing the love of horses. The animals were enjoyable to share the property with. A zoom by from the ranch dogs and the neighs from the horses were a nice reminder we were on the ranch. Perfect for the self sustainable campers. Thank you kindly Bonnie & Chris.
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Cornerstone Ranch
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Scott
August 2025
27 ft Class C
3 nights at Cornerstone Ranch
We always enjoy staying at Cornerstone Ranch. it's very close to river and beach access, but it's just tucked off the main road enough to be peaceful and quiet.
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Repaired
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David
August 2025
24 ft fifth wheel
1 night at Cornerstone Ranch
Bonnie was exceptional and the property was clean and pleasant. I needed an extra day and Bonnie was very accommodating. She recommended help from another tenant loaned tools and electric to repair a leaf spring and hung close by and helped. Bonnie was above and beyond expectations. Very Grateful
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Cornerstone Ranch
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Kevin
August 2025
22 ft campervan
With pets
1 night at Cornerstone Ranch
Lovely setting. Quiet. A nice break to get away from the highway and the crowds. AMAZING trees!!
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Cornerstone Ranch
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Robert
August 2025
20 ft Class B
1 night at Cornerstone Ranch
Lovely farm setting, fantastic horses all about. Easy access, level grassy field.. All in all a very nice place to stay the night.
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Cornerstone Ranch
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Emily
August 2025
Tent
With kids
Weekend Trip to Cornerstone Ranch
Cornerstone ranch is a beautiful, peaceful site. My kids loved being able to see the horses.
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Cornerstone Ranch
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Carmen
August 2025
16 ft car
1 night at Cornerstone Ranch
Lovely, peaceful horse & cattle ranch. Sweet sounds of cow moos & horse neighs greeted me evening and morning. Absolutely still at night. Beautiful tree-lined campsite. Meticulously clean!
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Cornerstone Ranch
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Amanda
August 2025
Tent
With pets
Weekend Trip to Cornerstone Ranch
Bonnie and Chris have an amazing property and are such kind people! We really enjoyed staying among the horses and getting to meet all the farm critters. Just a note that the camp sites are pretty close together if you have reactive dogs or are light sleepers. We'd go back and recommend though!
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Cornerstone Ranch
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Caitlin
August 2025
30 ft travel trailer
With kids
Weekend Trip to Cornerstone Ranch
Cornerstone Ranch is beautiful, spacious, and convenient
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Cornerstone Ranch
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Mariah
August 2025
20 ft travel trailer
With kids
Weekend Trip to Cornerstone Ranch
We love staying at Bonnie & Chris's space! It is always so peaceful, and such a beautiful scenery. My daughter loves watching the horses during the day. It is a short drive to the beach as well. We can't wait to go back!
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Cornerstone Ranch
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Denny
August 2025
Tent
2 nights at Cornerstone Ranch
Beautifully maintained property. Right outside of town. Perfect to set up for a day or two if your movin through at no particular pace.
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Klamath National Forest
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