40min to Pinn/Song of the Ancients

Beautiful and friendly!! Thank you so much for having me and for being so kind Its a bit hard to navigate to since you are likely to lose signal but the directions provided were perfect and its absolutely worth the trip !!

Shm A.

4 reviews

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· November 2025

Extraodinary camping spot and host!

15 ft campervan ·

We absolutely loved our stay here! Veronica is such a warm and accommodating host who went out of her way to make us feel welcome. The property itself is stunning, a beautiful non-profit space that feels like you have traveled far away to a peaceful savannah desert. We had the best time sitting around a bonfire with Veronica under a million stars, truly unforgettable. The location is perfect, close to Pinnacles National Park but feels worlds away from everything. Totally worth the drive, and we will definitely be back again!

Ivy L.

10 reviews

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· October 2025

Lovely spot for nature lovers

Tent · With kids ·

The land here is so lovely and we had a great time camping and marveling at the starry night sky. My kids loved the goats and the wild bunnies. Veronica was a great host, very approachable and responsive. We hope to be back soon!

Kate E.

3 reviews

Mixed feelings

· October 2025

Tent ·

We had a lovely time at the site - the firepit and firewood (pre-ordered) were there upon arrival and the stars were amazing. The bathroom was nice and well maintained. Highly recommend saving the location on your google maps before you go, as well as using the directions, it's nice to know you're going in the right direction once cell service cuts out (GPS always works). We're so happy we went and came back feeling refreshed and relaxed - Pinnacles was incredible! On the down side, the shower didn't work well either day, the first day the head was mostly broken and the second no one was around to help turn on the heater in the afternoon, so we took very cold showers. The bathroom and shower and among outbuildings and trailers owned by the residents, so are a bit hard to orient yourself to where to go without someone to show you around - everyone was really lovely when we met them. Another important note is that it's 49 minutes to the Pinnacles gate according to Google, if you can go 55 on the pot-holed roads (you can't), so it's an hour to the gate, then 10+ minutes to parking, so you're more like 1:10 away. It didn't stop us from going twice, but I wish we'd known so we were ready!

Kathryn R.

2 reviews

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· October 2025

Camping amongst the beautiful oaks

13 ft travel trailer · With pets ·

My group of 9 loved our stay at Song of the Ancients. Our site (#4) provided plenty of space for our 4 cars and teardrop trailer. It was also situated away from the other sites so it felt slightly larger and more private. Upon arrival we almost considered moving to site #3 due to it being located on the very end. However, site #3 partially sits on a slope that leads to small hill, which would be perfect for tents and stargazing, but site #4 ended up being a better fit for us and our sleeping set ups. Sites #1 and #2 were also nice and they seemed to offer the most shade. They're also closer to each other and might be more ideal for a large group that is interested in booking both of them together. Site #4 is nearest to the bathroom, but just know that people from the other sites will walk through your camp to get to it. It wasn't a big deal for us as everyone was super friendly, but we could tell they felt a bit awkward each time they passed through. There may have been another path to access it, but I don't think it was clearly marked. Veronica was a lovely and gracious host, and she went above and beyond to ensure we had plenty of wood during our stay. We especially enjoyed learning about her non-profit and the important work they do for surrounding communities and the revitalization of the California Blue Oak. Song of the Ancients is a beautiful place to camp, and we all left with a deeper appreciation for its landscape. My friends and I look forward to returning.

Tamara A.

2 reviews

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· October 2025

Tent ·

Wonderful site and Veronica was so wonderful and friendly! Would highly recommended

Josh G.

3 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2025

Seriously, This Place is a Gem!

Tent ·

My stay at Veronica's campsite was unforgettable. If you're looking for a spot to see some amazing stars, this is it. I was blown away by how clear the sky was—you can see everything out here with zero city lights, except when the moon is high and bright. But what really makes this place special is the host, Veronica. She's just awesome—so friendly and welcoming from the second I got there. And she knows SO much about the land! It was super cool to hear her talk about the history, the blue oaks, and everything. You can tell she really cares about the place. It’s way more than just a campsite; it’s a whole vibe. Definitely book this place, you won't regret it! Already looking forward to the next trip, next time we can plant wildflowers. Highly, highly recommend!

Carl J.

2 reviews

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· September 2025

18 ft campervan · With pets ·

We stayed a couple of nights on Veronica's land and it was beautiful. We chose a moonless weekend in order to see the stars and we were not disappointed. The sky was beautiful. The camp sites are really well set up and well spaced so they are private with little noise and it was very peaceful. The lack of cell service was a relief, just the sounds of nature. Veronica is a wonderful host with lots of information about the land and a very kind demeanor. We really enjoyed the stay and will definitely stay again.

Buzz B.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· September 2025

Tent ·

This was my third time visiting and I had another great time. We visited on a clear moonless weekend and got some great views and pictures of the night sky. Great spot for visual astronomy and astrophotography. Having a flushing toilet, a shower with hot water, and drinking water makes camping here very comfortable. Veronica is very friendly and made sure our stay went well.

Daniel B.

3 reviews

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· September 2025

Norcal Dark Sky Gem 2H From SFBay

Tent ·

Wildfarmer's Song of the Ancients is one of the best campsites I've visited in Norcal for dark sky stargazing. Veronica was a lovely and gracious host. It is only a 2 hour drive from the SF Bay Area, an hour to Pinnacles National Park, 1.5 hours to Monterey/Big, and 2 hours to Big Sur. It was a perfect place to find quiet in nature, decompress, and hang out with the wild hogs, rattle snakes, rabbits, deer, and hawks. Would definitely visit again!

Rebekah K.

6 reviews

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· September 2025

Highly recommend!

Tent ·

This place is well worth coming to. If you’re looking for a place to disconnect (there is zero service) or a stay that is convenient to and from the east entrance of Pinnacles National Park,then this is it. Not only is it a great place, you’d also be supporting a great cause while you’re here. About 40ish minutes from the East entrance of Pinnacles and about 40 minutes to a nearby town called Hollister if you need to stop for goods. Campsites are located pretty close together. we stayed at site 2 and it was well covered by trees. Outhouse type restroom and outdoor shower just across the lot with running and hot water. Fire pit and picnic tables are at each site. While it is a property, you are very much surrounded by wild life so mind your food. Very far from light pollution so clear star filled skies was a definite highlight. No complaints about our stay. Remember while it is a property , it is very much a camping experience. Please take care of the land and be mindful of the nature around you. highly recommend staying here!

Reyanne G.

4 months on Hipcamp

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· August 2025

Serene nights

Tent ·

Serene and quiet, with dark skies, access to clean restroom and an outdoor shower ( though I have not used the shower myself) Sounds of coyotes and owls add to the Milky Way views

Loizos V.

10 reviews

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· August 2025

The night sky is beautiful!

Tent ·

The night sky is beautiful! Veronica is a wealth of ecological knowledge! Make time to converse with Veronica. You will learn so much from her! She was a very gracious host. da Choco Pup enjoyed the opened land. Our camp site was perfect. Clean, fire pit, picnic table, canopy of trees. More than enough space for our oversized tent, gear, and SUV. We’re already making plans to return later this year.

Reuben R.

7 months on Hipcamp

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· August 2025

Great camp and great host

Tent ·

We enjoyed our time at Veronica's hipcamp. She has been thoughtful of our experience and kept us updated on the wildfire development in the area. Luckily it was put away without affecting the area. As we were arriving late she kept the entry gate open for us. In the morning she stopped by to greet us and offered advice for hiking and day trips in the area. Our site was equipped with two tables, a fire ring and had plenty of shade from several oak trees. Water spigot, restroom and shower are short distance away. - Beyond the essentials we would need in a campground. It appears the blue oak tress a preserved by the non-profit organization run by Veronica what gives the camp feel of a nature preserve more so than staying on a farmland. We certainly prefer the former when we camp and we greatly appreciated the nature in the area. Our most favorite feature of the stay was the scenic view of hills surrounding the area that we enjoyed the most during the golden hour, but great at night with the full moon as well. We enjoyed our time and would come back

Dzmitry Y.

3 reviews

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· August 2025

Great campsite!

Tent · With kids ·

This place was great for family camping for those who really enjoy peace and quiet and vast land and awesome night sky! Our camping experience at this location was very positive. The site (#4) was spacious, lots of shades, great view of the hills and sky. Ground was flat and spacious enough for a big tent! Area is clean and there is trashcan nearby! They have a nice bathroom and shower facility. I highly recommend this campsite!

Perlyn Joy R.

2 reviews

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· August 2025

Tent ·

The property was beautiful and so quiet/serene, Veronica was a great host and so accommodating. I would go back again.

Annamarie D.

5 months on Hipcamp

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· August 2025

Tent ·

This was a beautiful campsite and Veronica was lovely!

Marie R.

4 reviews

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· August 2025

Peaceful & Relaxing

Tent ·

We had the most relaxing, peaceful camping trip ever. The campsite was clean and shaded so even on a hot day, we were very comfortable. The surrounding golden hills filled with Blue Oaks were beautiful and serene. The night sky was wonderful!

Kim O.

5 months on Hipcamp

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· August 2025

Tent · Group trip ·

The four of us had a fantastic time at Campsite 4 Ravens! The views were stunning, and the site is conveniently located just a 1-minute walk from the facilities. There was plenty of shade and enough space for up to four tents, so it was perfect for our group. Veronica was incredible—her guided tour around the ranch was a highlight of the trip. She shared fascinating history dating back to the 1700s, along with insights into the area's climate changes, native plants, local culture, and how people lived throughout the years. It was an eye-opening and memorable experience we wouldn't have had otherwise. The only downside was the windy weather, which made things a bit dusty. But overall, we had a great time and would absolutely come back. Highly recommended!

Ryan J.

5 months on Hipcamp

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· July 2025

Tent ·

Beautiful land, perfect for stargazing, and the host is friendly.

Polina S.

3 reviews

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· July 2025

Lovely tent camping under the oaks

Tent ·

We loved our stay here! Me and my partner stayed two nights and would definitely come again. The land is beautiful and despite the hot summer days the oak trees and breezes through the valley kept us cool. The stars at night were exceptional, with clear views of the Milky Way and the start of the Perseids shower. Our host Veronica was extremely kind and helpful and let us know we could reach out to her for anything. She also knew so much interesting information about the land. We enjoyed visiting the goats on the property as well :) the facilities are definitely rustic but are clean and well maintained.

Madeline R.

6 months on Hipcamp

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· July 2025

Camping under the stars

22 ft Class B · With kids ·

Fantastic night sky; we enjoyed meteor showers, a starlink launch, studying the stars and watching satellites shoot by. It is an empty open country, and has a sense of peace. There was lots of space on our plot for our whole family of 13 in 4 campervans. The toilet facilities were basic, but they were clean and worked. It is a great place to get away from it all.

Jonathan C.

2 reviews

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· July 2025

Another Stay Under the Stars

24 ft campervan · With pets ·

We had another wonderful stay at this peaceful spot. We love how it's close to the Bay Area yet still offers dark skies perfect for stargazing. Veronica is a great host - warm, friendly, and always helpful. We're already looking forward to coming back!

Malgorzata G.

6 reviews

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· July 2025

Tent · With pets ·

Lovely property and Veronica is an amazing host. My partner along with our three dogs enjoyed our stay here. Site 2 is definitely perfect if you’re camping with dogs since there’s a lot of trees for dog lines. Also site 2 is a lot more shaded. Will definitely come back again.

Trisha A.

6 months on Hipcamp

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· July 2025

Nice, low key remote camp ground

Tent · With kids ·

Remotely located campground with some basic infrastructure and nice views. A pretty small scale operation - we noticed 4, nicely spaced camp sites. Not far from Pinnacles and some decent road biking along Panoche Rd. Restrooms were surprisingly clean for this pretty remote place and their water was potable and quite tasty. Plumbing isn't great and water in the shower goes in all the directions other than where you point it. On the second night they ran out of LPG and the shower was cold. Garbage cans were not emptied / laying around when we arrived. In addition to cryptic / imprecise (but usable) directions ("turn right behind the last oak", "turn left at 17.8 miles" (was ~20 miles by our count)) , I wish the host added a pin on Google Maps or provided longitude/latitude - this doesn't require Internet access (if you pre-download the map), just GPS (which does work there) and is more reliable. The common area is quite cluttered and subtracts from the experience, compared to other campgrounds we've been to - especially at the pretty steep price point (including a third guest fee - really?!) that they charge.

Marcin S.

7 months on Hipcamp

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· July 2025

Tent ·

Camping here was very relaxing and enjoyable! The camping sites are generously sized and the views are amazing. It was an absolute pleasure chatting with Veronica about the land and conservation. Highly recommend!

Lesley C.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· July 2025

Tent ·

Veronica was a great host and the site was clean and well maintained. Our site, number two, under the trees was shaded and perfect for our hammock.

Fred M.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· July 2025

Tent ·

We had a great time. Tons of space. Particularly enjoyed our experience with host Veronica and our private art lesson. Campsites were clean and well kept. The ranch is quite remote but that was fine by us. Thanks for having us!

Nicole M.

2 reviews

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· July 2025

16 ft car · With pets ·

Veronica was an amazing host. She greeted us upon arrival made sure to check on us during our two-night stay and we really enjoyed our time on her land. Getting there was pretty straightforward and the views of the stars were amazing. I could only imagine what it would be like with no moon as our moon was bright. :-) Perfect relaxation.

Jc C.

3 reviews

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· July 2025

Tent · With pets ·