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The best forest cabin rentals near Stockton
100% (216) • 5 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Stockton
The Painted Lake
1. The Painted Lake
98%
(141)
40mi from Stockton · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
AWD recommended and is required in wet rainy season. Kayaks and ample eggs provided when the chickens are laying . Heat and a/c in cabins make it cozy. Explore BLM and Reclamation land along the shores of New Melones reservoir near Angels Camp. Horses, goats, sheep , and chickens await you on every fence line you come to. Kayak on the waters below as you camp on our fully vineyard-fenced 20 acre private acreage. Our land is surrounded by 100’s of acres of lake front - public Federal lands surrounded by our private acreage and great neighbors you’ll never see. Portable rented toilets on site at parking areas. Propane available on site. Gas fire pits available at request .
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$77
/ night
Murray Creek Homestead
2. Murray Creek Homestead
100%
(30)
41mi from Stockton · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Learn more about this land
Very remote off grid barn with an outhouse, vegetable garden, fruit trees, and small vineyard that I make wine from. There's a creek that runs through the property with Indian grinding holes. We also have volleyball, horseshoes, hiking trails, and much more!
You will be in gold country where you can still find gold in the creek to this day! If you're lucky, you might find a nugget, but there's mostly pickers and fines.
The nights are absolutely stunning for viewing the stars with no light pollution. You will have almost complete privacy, with the exception of an occasional over head aircraft. I have only one group at a time.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$81
/ night
Unplug for nature, dogs, and kids
3. Unplug for nature, dogs, and kids
98%
(27)
47mi from Stockton · 1 site
Escape to peaceful, kids and dog-friendly Sierra Foothills cabin surrounded by 5 private acres on border of Mountain Ranch and Mokelumne Hill, just a short drive to lakes, rivers, trails, and charming towns Murphys and Jackson.
This cozy retreat is perfect for families, couples, and nature lovers looking to unplug, unwind, and reconnect. Spend your days by the fire, playing board games, or relaxing while your dog explores freely.
Cell service is available (T-Mobile and AT&T work well), but there is no Wi-Fi, making this a true digital-detox getaway.
Winter note: The closest snow play is at Bear Valley, located past Arnold, CA.
Inside the rustic cabin, you’ll find:
Queen bed plus queen air mattress (bedding provided)
Dog bed-all dogs welcome, but please keep off the main bed, we've lost two duvet covers to long white dog hair
Electric heater and wood-burning stove
Wrap-around dining table
kitchenette with stove, microwave, mini-fridge, and seasonal A/C
TV with 1,000+ DVDs and an outdoor projector for movies under the stars
Books, puzzles, and board games
The cabin comfortably sleeps 2 adults and 2 smaller children indoors. Guests may also camp outside for up to 6 guests in total. Additional guests nonnegotiable.
Optional Add-Ons: notice required for setup
Creekside Glamping Tent (separate private area): full-size air mattress and single cot. Extra $25/night.
Cozy Quarters Van (separate private area): queen bed, large deck, and seating area. Extra $45/night.
Amenities & Comforts
Two outhouses with hand-washing sink
Outdoor hot shower (guest favorite)
Weber, Traeger, or gas grill and flat top
Mr. Coffee maker with filters and sugar
Firepit and multiple shaded seating areas
Outdoor Features
Treehouse platform for coffee or stargazing
80-foot zipline swing
Swings, hammocks, and outdoor games
Nearby
Stop at Sender’s Market in Mountain Ranch for local wine, ribeye steaks, deli sandwiches, groceries, and hardware. Nearby towns offer bars, wineries, cider houses, sports bars, farmers’ markets, and summer events.
Favorite day trips New Hogan Lake (great for kids and dogs) and the Mokelumne River near Electra Rd (scenic but fast-moving; use caution).
We visit often for maintenance and are happy to share our personal space. Please treat it as your own.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$84
/ night
Joyful Heart
4. Joyful Heart
99%
(69)
48mi from Stockton · 1 site
When we moved to the Sierra Foothills, we found this cozy, little spot on the property and we set up a campsite for friends and family.
People loved the space so much that we decided to build this cozy cabin and host other guests as well...
The hot tub can be filled with fresh water and be heated by wood and/or be filled using the on demand hot water heater.
The private outdoor shower is in a beautiful garden setting.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$95
/ night
Raven Bear Ranch
5. Raven Bear Ranch
100%
(4)
28mi from Stockton · 2 sites
10 acre hobby ranch in a secluded area of California- 1 hour from Sacramento and 2 hours to San Francisco yet worlds away from city life.Horses, goats, a 2 acre pond and pool to experience from the comforts of a tiny house on wheels.Wifi is available but about once a month it does go out so please just mentally prepare yourself that you might not have wifi when here. Cell service doesnt really work either unless you are Sprint. Att and Verizon get 1 bar in certain areas of the propertyThis is a place to disconnect but not have to go without modern luxuries of hot water, electricity etc :)
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$297
/ night
100% (216) • 5 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Stockton
The Painted Lake
1. The Painted Lake
98%
(141)
40mi from Stockton · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
AWD recommended and is required in wet rainy season. Kayaks and ample eggs provided when the chickens are laying . Heat and a/c in cabins make it cozy. Explore BLM and Reclamation land along the shores of New Melones reservoir near Angels Camp. Horses, goats, sheep , and chickens await you on every fence line you come to. Kayak on the waters below as you camp on our fully vineyard-fenced 20 acre private acreage. Our land is surrounded by 100’s of acres of lake front - public Federal lands surrounded by our private acreage and great neighbors you’ll never see. Portable rented toilets on site at parking areas. Propane available on site. Gas fire pits available at request .
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$77
/ night
Murray Creek Homestead
2. Murray Creek Homestead
100%
(30)
41mi from Stockton · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Learn more about this land
Very remote off grid barn with an outhouse, vegetable garden, fruit trees, and small vineyard that I make wine from. There's a creek that runs through the property with Indian grinding holes. We also have volleyball, horseshoes, hiking trails, and much more!
You will be in gold country where you can still find gold in the creek to this day! If you're lucky, you might find a nugget, but there's mostly pickers and fines.
The nights are absolutely stunning for viewing the stars with no light pollution. You will have almost complete privacy, with the exception of an occasional over head aircraft. I have only one group at a time.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$81
/ night
Unplug for nature, dogs, and kids
3. Unplug for nature, dogs, and kids
98%
(27)
47mi from Stockton · 1 site
Escape to peaceful, kids and dog-friendly Sierra Foothills cabin surrounded by 5 private acres on border of Mountain Ranch and Mokelumne Hill, just a short drive to lakes, rivers, trails, and charming towns Murphys and Jackson.
This cozy retreat is perfect for families, couples, and nature lovers looking to unplug, unwind, and reconnect. Spend your days by the fire, playing board games, or relaxing while your dog explores freely.
Cell service is available (T-Mobile and AT&T work well), but there is no Wi-Fi, making this a true digital-detox getaway.
Winter note: The closest snow play is at Bear Valley, located past Arnold, CA.
Inside the rustic cabin, you’ll find:
Queen bed plus queen air mattress (bedding provided)
Dog bed-all dogs welcome, but please keep off the main bed, we've lost two duvet covers to long white dog hair
Electric heater and wood-burning stove
Wrap-around dining table
kitchenette with stove, microwave, mini-fridge, and seasonal A/C
TV with 1,000+ DVDs and an outdoor projector for movies under the stars
Books, puzzles, and board games
The cabin comfortably sleeps 2 adults and 2 smaller children indoors. Guests may also camp outside for up to 6 guests in total. Additional guests nonnegotiable.
Optional Add-Ons: notice required for setup
Creekside Glamping Tent (separate private area): full-size air mattress and single cot. Extra $25/night.
Cozy Quarters Van (separate private area): queen bed, large deck, and seating area. Extra $45/night.
Amenities & Comforts
Two outhouses with hand-washing sink
Outdoor hot shower (guest favorite)
Weber, Traeger, or gas grill and flat top
Mr. Coffee maker with filters and sugar
Firepit and multiple shaded seating areas
Outdoor Features
Treehouse platform for coffee or stargazing
80-foot zipline swing
Swings, hammocks, and outdoor games
Nearby
Stop at Sender’s Market in Mountain Ranch for local wine, ribeye steaks, deli sandwiches, groceries, and hardware. Nearby towns offer bars, wineries, cider houses, sports bars, farmers’ markets, and summer events.
Favorite day trips New Hogan Lake (great for kids and dogs) and the Mokelumne River near Electra Rd (scenic but fast-moving; use caution).
We visit often for maintenance and are happy to share our personal space. Please treat it as your own.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$84
/ night
Joyful Heart
4. Joyful Heart
99%
(69)
48mi from Stockton · 1 site
When we moved to the Sierra Foothills, we found this cozy, little spot on the property and we set up a campsite for friends and family.
People loved the space so much that we decided to build this cozy cabin and host other guests as well...
The hot tub can be filled with fresh water and be heated by wood and/or be filled using the on demand hot water heater.
The private outdoor shower is in a beautiful garden setting.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$95
/ night
Raven Bear Ranch
5. Raven Bear Ranch
100%
(4)
28mi from Stockton · 2 sites
10 acre hobby ranch in a secluded area of California- 1 hour from Sacramento and 2 hours to San Francisco yet worlds away from city life.Horses, goats, a 2 acre pond and pool to experience from the comforts of a tiny house on wheels.Wifi is available but about once a month it does go out so please just mentally prepare yourself that you might not have wifi when here. Cell service doesnt really work either unless you are Sprint. Att and Verizon get 1 bar in certain areas of the propertyThis is a place to disconnect but not have to go without modern luxuries of hot water, electricity etc :)
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$297
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Ozlem
3 weeks ago
Weekend Trip to The Painted Lake
We loved staying in the tree house with incredible views of the lake and nice, cosy set up for 2 people. Jeremy went above and beyond in terms of making us comfortable providing fire wood, helping us to get to the lake side for kayaking and letting us pet the cutest ever puppies that live on the farm. We ate some good food in the town of Murphys and Jeremy’s recommendations of V bistro and vino moda were both excellent. Waking up to the birds chirping and superb view of the lake, foothills clouds from the lofted bed was a real pleasure. Cannot recommend more for a nice get away!!
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Christine
January 2026
With pets
My son and I absolutely loved the cabin and Jeremy’s land! It was beautiful set next to the late and the views were amazing. The cabin was super cozy and it was so nice to have extra amenities (sink, shower, kitchen) near by. We had so much fun going kayaking, playing with the different farm animals and dogs and eating fresh eggs from the chicken coop. The dogs were so friendly and one of them even stayed with us overnight which my son loved! We can’t wait to come back to this space. Jeremy was so kind, communicative and providing great ideas and suggestions for local places.
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Jenny
January 2026
With pets
Malaina was a super responsive, thoughtful and accommodating host! Absolutely a delight.
I've never slept in a more comfortable bed! The heater kept the space warm and cozy. The plush bathrobes and towels were a nice touch.
Just a shame we couldn't enjoy the property fully on our first day NYE (no fault of Malaina obviously). The heavy rain made it a pain to walk to the outhouse, use the kitchen area and sit by the fire pit. New Year's Day was perfect though and we welcomed the New Year with a nice, relaxing soak.
It is the perfect place to unwind, reflect, do minimal things (I did start to get a little stir crazy with the rain pounding on our roof). I'd recommend lots of reading materials, a lantern (one was provided) and more candles.
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Jennifer
December 2025
With pets
Jeremy was very communicative and gave great recommendations! The views at his property were simply amazing! I wish we would have stayed another day! We plan to come back again with our friends!
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Sen
December 2025
Weekend Trip to The Painted Lake
Really really nice place and nice hosts! Enjoyed staying in the tree house and all of the animals are so friendly (especially the 17 cute puppies!!!). There are a lot of things to explore and would definitely love to visit again
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Joan
December 2025
With pets
My two dogs and I had a very nice stay at this Hipcamp location. The hosts were responsive and helpful. The cabin is cozy, with a fully stocked kitchen, board games, DVDs, and a very useful binder with local information and things to do. The property is wooded and hilly, with paths cut through it, multiple seating and eating areas, and plenty of outdoor activities/games.. Nights were quiet (I did hear shooting practice down the road for a couple of hours one day). Overall, a relaxing and exceptionally well-set-up place to stay, particularly for a group..
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Jen
December 2025
4 nights at The Painted Lake
Wow, what an amazing and beautiful weekend my girlfriends and I had at the Painted Lake Treehouse! The place is absolutely stunning! It was a mystical and magical wonderland with an amazing view of the lake. We woke up every morning to sounds of the roosters crowing and goats bleeting. We also had the pleasure of being there at the time where they had puppies on the property. They were so cute! The treehouse was warm and comfortable perfect for the three of us. The two petite girls stayed in the loft bed and I stayed on the futon couch down below. The heater kept us nice and toasty as we went there in December so it got brisk at night. There was was a camp kitchen, outdoor shower hut & portopotty just a just a short walk up the hill from the treehouse. There were dishes and cooking utensils provided as well as running water and a stove for cooking. Everything we needed. Our purpose for the weekend was to be surrounded by nature and to do a healing retreat weekend. We each booked a constellation therapy session with Michelle. Let me tell you she is absolutely magical. Such a compassionate and knowledgeable healer. It was truly transformative on so many levels. The animals participated as well. My favorite part was when the horses nuzzled my back during the final session. Our hosts Jeremy and Michele made sure that all of our needs were met and were extremely welcoming and excited to have us there. I would highly recommend this to anyone! Thanks M&J!! 💖 MAGIC!
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Nichol
December 2025
With pets
Malaina was a great host, respected our privacy and wow both my boyfriend and I were significantly impressed with the hot tub. Cool area to explore, malaina recommended a hike that gave a beautiful view of Lake New Malones. The bed was a comfy and there was a gate we could close off our space with for optimal privacy/comfort for puppy off leash. Thanks for a great adventure!
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Megan
November 2025
Weekend Trip to Joyful Heart
Malaina’s space was magical and Malaina was a fantastic, attentive host. We arrived a bit late and Malaina had started a fire and heated up the cabin for our arrival. The hot tub was a fun touch, the instant hot water was great, and we loved the outdoor shower! Perfect spot for a romantic, private getaway with spectacular stargazing and waking up to the birds singing.
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Chiqui
November 2025
With kids
Indescribable 10 out 10....definitely going back soon! WE MISS THE DOGS 🐕
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marilyn
November 2025
With kids
Gorgeously rugged property, amazing views, awesome host, super fun hipcamp.
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Tanja
October 2025
With pets
The tree house was cozy and comfortable. The outdoor kitchen had everything we needed. The views and scenery were beautiful. Stargazing at night was incredible. I highly recommend booking a stay here ❤️
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Ashutosh
October 2025
Weekend Trip to The Painted Lake
I booked the lake view cabin to celebrate my wife’s birthday, and it turned out to be an unforgettable experience. The cabin itself was super cute, cozy, and had large windows perfect for stargazing at night. The view from the cabin was absolutely epic — both sunrise and sunset were breathtaking, and the lake was stunningly beautiful.
The property has a lovely rustic charm with friendly animals like dogs, hens, sheep, goats, lambs, and a horse. There’s even a kayak available if you want to explore the lake, which we really enjoyed.
Jeremy was an amazing host — friendly, responsive, and went above and beyond by arranging a beautiful bouquet for my wife at my request. He patiently answered all my questions since it was my first glamping experience, which made everything smooth and enjoyable.
One small note for first-time campers: the portable toilet is a bit away from the cabin and doesn’t have a traditional flush, so it might be an adjustment at first.
Overall, we had an incredible stay and would definitely love to come back again — next time with our friends!
⭐ Rating: 5/5 — Highly recommended!
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Mary
October 2025
3 nights at Joyful Heart
There was everything to love and appreciate about this Jamestown getaway. I felt so close to nature, so relaxed, and so taken by the bird chorus surrounding me. Truly special. And the host, Malaina, was amazing: gracious, kind, caring.
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mahmoud
October 2025
With kids
great views, great host, lots of animals - if you have kids they will be entertained while you enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.
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Marc
September 2025
With pets
Jeremy was easy going and we had the whole property to our self’s , the dogs there are so friendly .
Was able to just relax and enjoy the peace and quiet.
Thanks again Jeremy and puppies was great time.
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Jordan
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Joyful Heart
We absolutely love it there!! This was our second time and we plan on going back multiple times in the future. Malaina it is such an amazing host. She makes you feel right at home. It’s so comfortable there. The bed is super comfy and It’s so peaceful. The hot tub is amazing and the outdoor shower as well. We went in the winter and again in the summer and we will be back in the winter again. Definitely one of our favorite spots. We went Just one day and we feel so relaxed. Thank you Malaina!
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Kelsy
September 2025
With kids
Had a wonderful time at this site! From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by how open and spacious the property is. There’s so much room to spread out, relax, and really take in the natural beauty of the area. Whether you’re coming with family, a group of friends, or bringing your dogs along, this place has the perfect setup to make everyone feel at home and comfortable.
The cabin was clean, cozy, and incredibly well-stocked with everything we needed — you can really tell a lot of thought and care has gone into making it feel welcoming. The site also offers a great selection of games and activities, which kept both the kids and adults happily entertained for hours. There’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Steven and Michelle were so kind and super responsive to any questions or needs we had.
Looking forward to booking again in the future !
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claudia
September 2025
Weekend Trip to The Painted Lake
My family and i we enjoy the view, the 3 dogs that were around us, the fresh eggs, was a fantastic weekend, i love to cook outdoors, everything was perfect, we love animals, the horses are so sweet,, I really recommend this place. Jeremy was a very good host, thank you very much.
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Natalie
September 2025
With kids
We had an amazing time at Jeremy's place! Jeremy was so kind and hospitable. He had great recommendations for food and places to go. The kids loved being able to gather chicken eggs each morning to eat. His dogs Juno, Luna, and Willow were the sweetest. We loved being able to hang out with the horses and the goats as well.
It was an experience of a lifetime to be able to wake up and see the sunrise and the lake. We loved being able to go down to the lake to fish and ride the kayaks as well.
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