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Cuyama Badlands

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· Cuyama, California
164 acres hosted by Jim R.
3 lodging sites · 5 RV/tent sites · 5 tent sites
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Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.
Off-leash friendly
Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.
Private sites
97% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.
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If you've ever wondered what it might be like to camp on the moon, this is it. Completely removed from civilization and surrounded by a barren nature that is alive with the subtle presence of the universe. Seasonally, Spring wildflowers burst across the landscape. Cave paintings of Chumash Indians remind us of those who lived before us. This is where the deer and the antelope play.  Our Carrizo Camp is surrounded by the Carrizo Plains National Monument. This is truly a get away from it all camping. The preconfigured trailer will sleep two and the site is provided with water and fresh bedding for each booking. That's it. You, the coyotes and your own private moon. Our Songdog Camps are sparsely scattered atop a 200 foot mesa that looks west over a valley offering stunning desert sunsets. Our Lodge, Ranch House and Glampsites are available on occasion. This is our home but we love to share our life in the outback. We believe it will give you a better appreciation of life's simpler side. There are two sites where RVs are welcome.  This land was sparsely populated by the Chumash Indian and is evident by the numerous cave painting that remain here in the Caliente mountain. In the era of the California Missions, this land was a part of the Spanish land grants. Currently the property is privately owned and is adjacent to large sections of publicly held lands.
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Cuyama, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Jim R.Joined in August 2015
Response rate: 100%Response time: Within 3 hours
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Eric N.recommends
September 29, 2023
Draw Camp in the Far West
Amazing amazing amazing. As others say, the views and the sunsets are tremendous. The setups that Jim put in place are lovely, well built, and very cozy. We had such and incredible time and would absolutely stay here again!
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Chiara S.recommends
September 25, 2023
Site 2 - Songdog East Campsites
Loved that the campsites were spread out, so you had privacy even with other campers. Would stay again!
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Gabriele P.recommends
September 25, 2023
Site 2 - Songdog East Campsites
Nice camping spot. Thanks to Jim showing around at night!
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Mary M.recommends
September 24, 2023
Site 4 - Songdog West Campsites
This was our first time staying on the West side of the property. Loved how large the space was! Felt very private. Great views, perfect weather, all the fun.
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Walter S.recommends
September 24, 2023
Draw Camp in the Far West
Beautiful camping site. Super clean (especially the pit toilet).
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Jennifer R.recommends
September 22, 2023
Site 4 - Songdog West Campsites
Been coming here since 2017 and always love it! It's secluded, quiet, beautiful and calm. Love that it comes with a fire pit, picnic table, water, nearby bathroom, benches and allows dogs. The sites are spread out and the sunsets are beautiful! The road up to the site can be a bit bumpy, but the directions are clear and it's easy to find. And I had cell service (verizon) the entire time . Also I didn't discover until recently but there is a great coffeeshop/restaurant about 17 minutes up the road at Cuyama Buckhorn - highly recommend as well. And Carrizo plains is always a nice stop as well. Thank you Jim for sharing your beautiful land!
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