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Camp Jade River

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· Crescent City, Del Norte, California

2 acres hosted by Tyler G.

1 RV/tent site

Tyler is a Star Host

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Near Redwood National Park

Within a 30-minute drive from the Hiouchi Visitor Center.

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

Staff verified

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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. Find us on Instagram- @campjaderiver! Kick up your feet on our platform overlooking the beautiful Smith River and enjoy the only undammed watershed in California. The platform is large enough for most tents if you'd like to sleep with a front-row view. Meadow space is also available for tents, and there is parking for camper vans and trailers. Escape to our campsite for the perfect springboard to the breathtaking natural landscapes found only on California's rugged north coast. You will have two acres of waterfront all to yourself. There are neighboring properties but folks generally keep to themselves. We are slowly rehabbing the property into an off-grid haven. Come spend time on the river and enjoy our swimming holes, open meadow, oak grove, and cozy fire pit. Make sure you bring lamps and lanterns for camping the old-fashioned way, utilizing our clean water spigots and pit toilet that keep us off-grid! The property is surrounded by hiking trails, biking trails, swimming spots, fishing holes, and more! Within 30 minutes we have the magnificent redwoods forests, dramatic northern California beaches, wonderful restaurants and breweries, and all the in town amenities you could need. If you have specific interests, feel free to reach out for recommendations. The north coast is both an adventure-center and a place to relax and disconnect from the distractions of our busy lives. The property is a few miles up the south fork of the Smith River which is a doorway to the Smith River National Recreation Area. You won't have cell phone service at the site, but can get that and anything else you might need just a few miles away in Hiouchi. Dogs are welcome to enjoy our space too! We encourage you to bring your pets. Leashes are not required but bear in mind our land is not completely fenced. Please have your pet under voice control for their safety and as courtesy to nearby landowners.

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222 ratings · 179 reviews

Dave R.recommends

July 8, 2024

Camp Jade River

LOVED this Hipcamp, the Smith river is magical, the site is lovely and the water was renewing! Great spot!!

Mary R.recommends

July 3, 2024

Camp Jade River

This was an incredible site! Our little family had a lovely time on this quiet, beautiful spot. The river is emerald in color and just the perfect temp that you can swim and play. No cell service, which was perfect. The fire pit and deck were wonderful. We are so looking forward to return.

Sarah O.recommends

July 2, 2024

Camp Jade River

Majical spot by the river!

We loved our stay, we only wish we could have stayed more than one night! This area is breathtaking! We traveled in a campervan and had plenty of room to park on a flat area, and enjoyed meals on the lower deck by the beautiful Smith River. We had everything we needed at this site (clean toilet & water) and had a peaceful stay by the river, listening to the flowing water was so nice to fall asleep to.

Brooklyn G.recommends

June 23, 2024

Camp Jade River

Beautiful river spot

Clean camp area, safe and quiet. I will definitely be back.

Linda L.doesn't recommend

June 21, 2024

Camp Jade River

Beautiful Area - Peaceful Campsite

I would recommend this site to a friend who wants to disconnect and has a big dog who loves to run free. It definitely was peaceful and private. But, it was a little difficult to find a flat spot for our camper and the deck above the river is becoming overgrown and obstructing the view of the river. We didn’t even try to go down to the river based on previous reviews and the way the path was overgrown. Did find river access 6/10ths of a mile before the campsite and fished there as well as a creek just before Cedar Rd. It also was a long way out of the way, so think it is better as a destination spot versus a waypoint. It is a beautiful area, just think the campsite needs a little attention.

Wendy S.recommends

June 16, 2024

Camp Jade River

Such a magical space, so much space, beautiful swimming hole. Will be coming back soon!

Location

Crescent City, Del Norte, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Tolowa Dee-ni’ and Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking