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Dutchman Canyon

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· Dulzura, San Diego, California
150 acres hosted by Philip W.
6 tent sites
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This 150 acre slice of heaven contains an isolated private ephemeral stream that has run the last two years from January to July. Located down a narrow bumpy dirt road off of Highway 94 Dutchman Canyon is at 1300 feet above sea level, The temperature in Dulzura remains nice year round. There are many Oaks, Sycamores, Eucylptus, Pepper and Pine Trees on the property. The fire road has been cleared to the top of the grade and a slight ocean view is available down the Otay Valley Road view line for hikers or mountain bike enthusiasts. A hiking trail has also been cleared to a stand of Eucylptus trees on the hillside with a pond area at their base on the west facing slope. The Dulzura winery is located across the valley and we are only 1/8 mile from the General Store of Dulzura. The Tecate Border crossing to Mexico is 10 miles south of the property. Located a few miles west of Deer Valley we have deer in the canyon year round looking for fresh water from the ephemeral stream. A 19th century concrete cistern holds water year round at one location in the stream bed.
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97%
34 ratings · 28 reviews
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Erica C.recommends
October 22, 2024
Stone House Creek
Beautiful & Quiet
Beautiful and quiet location! Great first camping trip with our 5 mo. old son. Thank you to Philip for his hospitality! Would definitely recommend, especially if you have a vehicle equipped for a bit of a bumpy drive.
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Felicia G.recommends
October 18, 2024
South Creek Car Camp With Tent
Secluded hillside paradise exceeded our expectations. Private and peaceful!
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Justin P.recommends
October 15, 2024
Ranchers Hillside With Tents
Had a great stay, ended up not being able to take my bus back to the original booking but Philip was great and moved me to another location that turned out great for a get away weekend.
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Dennis Y.recommends
October 15, 2024
Stone House Creek
Great host. Great campsite.
Great experience! The campsite was exactly as expected. Philip is a nice guy.
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Zoe A.recommends
October 8, 2024
North Creek Car Camp With Tent
Great time in Dutchman Canyon! Enjoyed the scenery and the sunset hike. Would love to come back when the creek is running. I’m sure it’s that much more gorgeous.
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Brian W.recommends
October 7, 2024
Ranchers Hillside With Tents
Nice spot. Lots of choices.
Nice spot and Phillip was a nice guy. There are a few spots to camp on his land depending on what you are looking for. The spot we chose was the highest on the property. It accommodated our setup nicely. Water was provided for putting out the camp fire at the end of the day. There was also a compost toilet and a table. Views were nice. There was also road is a little narrow and the approach trail to this camp was a little steep but we were able to go up no problem with no wheel slip in a 2wd Tacoma. We would like to come back again in the spring when the water is running. Thanks Phillip for sharing your land with us!
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Dulzura, San Diego, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Kumeyaay/Kumiais First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Philip W.

Joined in May 2024
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