The best campgrounds near Smith River, California with horseback riding

Looking for a camping adventure near Smith River, California? Hipcamp has over 595 options just for you! Whether you prefer tent camping, RV camping, or cabin rentals, you'll find the perfect accommodation to suit your style. With an average price per night of $48 and options as low as $20, there's something for every budget. Check out top campsites like Cedar Bloom (1299 reviews), Sunset Bay Meadows (279 reviews), and Cornerstone Ranch (267 reviews) to find the perfect spot. Enjoy popular amenities like toilets, potable water, and campfires, and engage in activities such as boating, horseback riding, and swimming. Start planning your camping getaway now!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Smith River

Looking for a camping adventure near Smith River, California? Hipcamp has over 595 options just for you! Whether you prefer tent camping, RV camping, or cabin rentals, you'll find the perfect accommodation to suit your style. With an average price per night of $48 and options as low as $20, there's something for every budget. Check out top campsites like Cedar Bloom (1299 reviews), Sunset Bay Meadows (279 reviews), and Cornerstone Ranch (267 reviews) to find the perfect spot. Enjoy popular amenities like toilets, potable water, and campfires, and engage in activities such as boating, horseback riding, and swimming. Start planning your camping getaway now!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Smith River

1. Mystic Forest Campground

98%

(942)

24mi from Smith River · 25 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Mystic Forest is a small, family-run campground between Klamath, CA, and Crescent City. We have 50 acres of beautiful forest sprinkled with redwood trees. We have restrooms, showers, a game room, a mini golf course, horseshoes, and a half-mile trail. We are pet-friendly. At the office you can find some grocery and redwoods souvenirs. Our laundry facility will be closed indefinitely for repairs starting on August 10th.

2. 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!"

3. Camp Jade River

96%

(284)

16mi from Smith River · 1 site · Tent, RV

The rugged terrain of far northern California is one of the few mostly untouched places left to retreat to. Come dwarf yourself under the magnificent giant redwoods and be struck with awe by the mesmerizing jade colored Smith River. The property is a mere 20 minutes from some of the world's tallest trees. Come check out Stout Grove, a rarely crowded gem of the Redwood National and State Parks. The grove is a part of Jedediah Smith Redwood State Park which is the least developed and most impressive park of the four. From your campsite you will have a lovely view of a large bend of the Smith River. It boasts impressive runs of chinook and steelhead, and is host to many other native species. Keep an eye out for bear, mink, and otters! And secure any food or attractants at night. Our property gives you the chance to disconnect from daily life and recalibrate. Use our site as an extended getaway for some peace and quiet, or a launch point to the variety of local attractions. 

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.

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5. Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park

99%

(120)

70 sites · Hiouchi, California

Hike, camp, or fish in the shadow of ancient redwoods at this Northern California park.

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6. 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!

7. 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.

8. Woods, Waves & Wags/Hipcamp

89%

(66)

24mi from Smith River · 7 sites · Tents, Lodging

GLAMPING near the REDWOODS and OCEAN! Near Prairie Creek National Park. A private home property with an active Airbnb and now Hip Camp! Come pitch your tent ,Car camp, or book a room! Very Close to the Beach and Redwoods and "Trees of Mystery" Park. We have Yard games, Fire pits, and are Dog friendly!.

9. Lower Lake Farm Camp

96%

(163)

4.3mi from Smith River · 5 sites · RVs

Our little farm has full hook-up sites with septic, great water, 30 amp electric, WiFi. We are located halfway between Brookings, OR and Crescent City, CA near the Wild and Scenic Smith River, Tolowa Dunes State Park, Lake Earl Wildlife Area, and Kellogg Beach (1.3 miles from camp) on the Pacific Ocean. The beautiful redwoods and Jedidiah Smith State Park are just minutes away. So many outdoor activities available nearby; Kayaking, swimming, surfing, fishing, hiking, biking, horse riding, bird watching, beach combing, and all the outdoor activities you can imagine. The farm animals are friendly, they love goodies and scratches (kitchen scraps, and Shiloh the horse loves carrots and apples!) Kids should be accompanied by an adult. Please close gates behind you!

10. Six Rivers National Forest

97%

(29)

281 sites · Hoopa, California

This park gets its rather self-descriptive name from the six beautiful rivers that flow through its borders, but don’t the name fool you. There is a lot more than just rivers to check out here. More than a million rambling acres of forest take you through foggy and mystical redwood landscapes. Further inland, miles of towering Douglas firs, glacial peaks, and hidden pools just wait to be discovered. Of course, the rivers are the main attraction. You can’t go two feet without tripping over a perfect swimming hole. After your dip, there are plenty of warm rocks to lay out on. Oh, and if the natural beauty doesn’t get you: this was the place where they first spotted Bigfoot. Yeah, the original footage that basically made everyone believe in the hairy bi-ped. That, on its own, is reason enough to check it out

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11. Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Park

100%

(15)

129 sites · Bertsch Oceanview, California

Slumber beneath Earth's tallest trees at the largest campground in Redwood National and State Park.

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12. Klamath National Forest

91%

(28)

288 sites · Greenview, California

Explore the pristine wilderness bordering California and Oregon among the Klamath Mountains.

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13. Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park

98%

(90)

97 sites · Orick, California

Commune with old growth redwoods, lush ferns, and Roosevelt elk.

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14. Smith River Retreat

98%

(166)

10mi from Smith River · 1 site · Tent, RV

This beautiful spot on the Smith River was once an old mining claim. The property boundaries actually go half way out into the river. The present house was built in 1957 and has been remodeled a few times since. The host retired from teaching 11 years ago and spends much of her time improving the landscaping and gardening, while playing with her giant Shiloh Shepherd.

15. Coastal Forest Farm Camp

97%

(105)

4.8mi from Smith River · 1 site · RV

Coastal Forest Farm is a 13-acre family farm. The farm is complete with a seasonal pond, open pastures, and a forest. The forest includes ferns, a variety of mushrooms (please don't touch them unless you are knowledgable about mushrooms), flowers, and mossy-covered old-growth Sitka trees. At night you can hear the sounds of the ocean nearby and the frogs in the forest.

16. 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.

17. 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.

18. Meadowview

100%

(5)

28mi from Smith River · 3 sites · Tents

Here at Meadowview you will find a stately ring of venerable oaks beside a sweeping meadow vista crowned by Hope Mountain. Sleep under abundant stars, stroll or bike to crystal clear swimming holes on the east fork of the Illinois River, walk to our neighbor's charming farm store for fresh goat cheese, local produce, and wild wines, and explore the National Forest here on the ancestral lands of the Takelma people, 10 miles outside Cave Junction. Take a lovely winding drive to the Oregon Caves, or day trip an hour to the Redwoods and Pacific Coast. We offer many unusual experiences by arrangement, such as trying on real suits of armor, and learning to make felted wool slippers. Be sure to check out our "extras" listings!

19. River Medicine Farms

67%

(3)

28mi from Smith River · 1 site · Lodging

Located in the peaceful alternative artist community of Takilma. River Medicine is a beautiful farm on the pristine upper East Fork Illinois River. Great mountain and river views. Theres good hiking and bike riding from the farm . Your host Travis is a rafting guide and rafting is available too . Come joins us for a delightful time while you recharge yourself .

Camper favorites near Smith River

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Lower Lake Farm Camp

96%

(163)

4.3mi from Smith River · 5 sites · RVs

Our little farm has full hook-up sites with septic, great water, 30 amp electric, WiFi. We are located halfway between Brookings, OR and Crescent City, CA near the Wild and Scenic Smith River, Tolowa Dunes State Park, Lake Earl Wildlife Area, and Kellogg Beach (1.3 miles from camp) on the Pacific Ocean. The beautiful redwoods and Jedidiah Smith State Park are just minutes away. So many outdoor activities available nearby; Kayaking, swimming, surfing, fishing, hiking, biking, horse riding, bird watching, beach combing, and all the outdoor activities you can imagine. The farm animals are friendly, they love goodies and scratches (kitchen scraps, and Shiloh the horse loves carrots and apples!) Kids should be accompanied by an adult. Please close gates behind you!

Smith River Retreat

98%

(166)

10mi from Smith River · 1 site · Tent, RV

This beautiful spot on the Smith River was once an old mining claim. The property boundaries actually go half way out into the river. The present house was built in 1957 and has been remodeled a few times since. The host retired from teaching 11 years ago and spends much of her time improving the landscaping and gardening, while playing with her giant Shiloh Shepherd.

Coastal Forest Farm Camp

97%

(105)

4.8mi from Smith River · 1 site · RV

Coastal Forest Farm is a 13-acre family farm. The farm is complete with a seasonal pond, open pastures, and a forest. The forest includes ferns, a variety of mushrooms (please don't touch them unless you are knowledgable about mushrooms), flowers, and mossy-covered old-growth Sitka trees. At night you can hear the sounds of the ocean nearby and the frogs in the forest.

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.

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.

Meadowview

100%

(5)

28mi from Smith River · 3 sites · Tents

Here at Meadowview you will find a stately ring of venerable oaks beside a sweeping meadow vista crowned by Hope Mountain. Sleep under abundant stars, stroll or bike to crystal clear swimming holes on the east fork of the Illinois River, walk to our neighbor's charming farm store for fresh goat cheese, local produce, and wild wines, and explore the National Forest here on the ancestral lands of the Takelma people, 10 miles outside Cave Junction. Take a lovely winding drive to the Oregon Caves, or day trip an hour to the Redwoods and Pacific Coast. We offer many unusual experiences by arrangement, such as trying on real suits of armor, and learning to make felted wool slippers. Be sure to check out our "extras" listings!

River Medicine Farms

67%

(3)

28mi from Smith River · 1 site · Lodging

Located in the peaceful alternative artist community of Takilma. River Medicine is a beautiful farm on the pristine upper East Fork Illinois River. Great mountain and river views. Theres good hiking and bike riding from the farm . Your host Travis is a rafting guide and rafting is available too . Come joins us for a delightful time while you recharge yourself .

Public campgrounds near Smith River

Ludlum House Campground

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

The best campsite among giant Redwoods and close to the river.

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(117)

Jedediah Smith Redwoods Campground

9.4mi from Smith River · 69 sites · Tents, RVs · in Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park

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(1)

North Fork Campground

10mi from Smith River · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · in Six Rivers National Forest

Swimming hole a short walk down to the day use area of the Panther Flat campground. Small beach but pristine waters. Come early for a spot in the sand.

100%

(5)

Panther Flat Campground

13mi from Smith River · 25 sites · Tents, RVs · in Six Rivers National Forest

Trail site #2, very easy walk from the parking spots

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(2)

Grassy Flat Campground

14mi from Smith River · 19 sites · Tents, RVs · in Six Rivers National Forest

Miller Bar Campground

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

Nook Bar Campground

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

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(15)

Mill Creek Campground

16mi from Smith River · 129 sites · Tents, RVs · in Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Park

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(2)

Patrick Creek Campground

16mi from Smith River · 13 sites · Tents, RVs · in Six Rivers National Forest

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(2)

Redwood Bar Dispersed Camping

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

South Fork Camps Campground

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

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(4)

Big Flat Campground

20mi from Smith River · 23 sites · Tents, RVs · in Six Rivers National Forest

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Adiel

November 2025

Tent

With pets

4 nights at Mystic Forest Campground

Great location, surroundings, and amenities. So much to do and see all within an hour drive. Will definitely stay here again.

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Coco

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Mystic Forest Campground

The campground was amazing! It was just as beautiful as the pictures and had great amenities. The showers and game room were perfect. We didn't spend much time at the campground itself because there were so many beautiful hikes and things to see around the area. I would definitely recommend staying here!

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Elizabeth

October 2025

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Mystic Forest Campground

Nice host. Large forested tent area. Clean bathroom.

Janice

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Mystic Forest Campground

We loved our stay here!! The land is absolutely gorgeous, being right in the Redwoods and literally around the corner from the Trees of Mystery. The hosts, Patrick and Maya, were the sweetest humans and so much fun to chat with! They have a stocked camp store, a game room with tons of books, and ping pong and such, and a ton of cool Redwood trees and tree stumps scattered throughout the camp. Our tent site, #16, was just inside the forest but felt very private on the other side of the trees from the RVs. We are really looking forward to paying them another visit!

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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.

Kerry and Kevin

October 2025

21 ft campervan

1 night at Coastal Forest Farm Camp

I absolutely love this Hipcamp! It's so private (you have your own driveway and gate) and feels very safe. Surrounded by trees and farmland. Lots of cute little amenities to enjoy while there. The ground is level enough that you can just pull right in and set up. The host is very kind and responsive. Also, I think there's an owl that lives here, and he was a joy to listen to. Highly recommend.

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Diego

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Mystic Forest Campground

Amazing campsite. Loved that it’s so close to a ton of trails. Beautiful scenery all around can’t wait to come back!

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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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Robin

October 2025

19 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Camp Jade River

Beautiful spot right along the water! So pretty with the falls colors. Nothing nearby (including cell service) so be sure to stock up before you get close.

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Jordan

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Camp Jade River

Beautiful camping site with a good view of the river. would book again.

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Kristina

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Mystic Forest Campground

Lovely campsite near Redwood National Park. Host was responsive and the area was clean and comfortable. Would stay again.

Campsite #7 at the Mystic Forest Campground.

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Kim

October 2025

Tent

4 nights at Mystic Forest Campground

Mystic campground was wonderful! The camp hosts are extremely friendly and helpful. The campground was quiet and the bathrooms were really clean. The dishwashing station was heaven. If we come back to this area we will definitely stay here again!

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steven

October 2025

Tent

2 nights at Mystic Forest Campground

Great site, had everything we wanted! Friendly host with a good amount of camp activities on the grounds.

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Esther

October 2025

Tent

2 nights at Mystic Forest Campground

Great place to stay to go to the Redwood Parks. Patrick was very hospitable and helpful. We found the campground to be charming. Also, really nice to have hot showers.

Scot

October 2025

Tent

2 nights at Mystic Forest Campground

We loved our stay at Mystic Fortress. Patrick was most accommodating. Park is great in location to Redwood Forest. Looking forward to a return visit down the road. 12 stars out of 10!

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Vanessa

October 2025

Tent

4 nights at Mystic Forest Campground

Truly such an amazing experience! Everything about the place and campsite was incredible. Such an amazing getaway, the scenery was beautiful. Also, very family friendly and everything was easily accessible! Will definitely plan a trip here in the future :))

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Zoe

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Mystic Forest Campground

We had an awesome time camping here! The tent sites were beautiful and private, and there were redwood trees really close by! Patrick and his wife have so many lovely amenities available, and they are a very kind couple. We were so blessed by the care they put into this campground. Highly recommend!

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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Sierra

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Mystic Forest Campground

Perfect little spot with easy access to the Redwoods!! Host was so nice and made me feel super safe. Definitely a well cared for campground.

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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.