- Oakdale
Family-friendly
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RV/tent sites (dispersed)
3 sites
Site 16
98%
(62)Toilet
Potable water
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98% Recommend62 ratings · 48 reviews
Camping at Ed and Heather's site seems to be a delightful experience for visitors seeking a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Guests often mention the picturesque riverside location as a highlight, with easy access to water activities like kayaking and swimming. The hosts, along with their friendly dogs, add a personal touch to the stay, making campers feel right at home. However, a few campers noted the presence of dogs roaming freely, which might not suit everyone.
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We had a lot of fun camping here. Location is perfect and hosts were helpful as well people around were very friendly and kind. Special thanks to their pets , my kids enjoyed playing with them a lot along with us adults enjoying their company.
We took a couple of mountain bikes and a small boat, we did make good use of both and enjoyed the campsite throughout.
We really enjoyed our stay in this tent camping. We swam, rode a boat, rested, enjoyed the shade of trees. The owners are very friendly and attentive. We didn't want to leave this place, the energy here is very good. We will definitely come back here again. Thank you.
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· August 2026
Tent · With kids ·
Site 16
The place was absolutely amazing! The scenery was breathtaking, and being able to camp right by the river made the experience even more special. The campsite is incredibly convenient and has everything you could need for a perfect camping getaway. My family and I especially loved being able to launch our kayaks right from the campsite, it made for such a fun and relaxing experience.
Axel and Blue made the trip even more memorable! They kept everyone entertained the entire time and were incredibly sweet, friendly, and smart. They truly added something special to our stay.
Ed and Heather were wonderful hosts. They made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived and regularly checked in to make sure we had everything we needed. Their kindness and hospitality really stood out and made us feel right at home.
We had an amazing time and will definitely be coming back again. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a peaceful and unforgettable camping experience!
We absolutely loved our stay! We had such a wonderful time and really enjoyed everything about this place. Ed and Heather were incredibly kind welcoming and attentive hosts truly lovely people who made us feel very comfortable. Their dogs were also super friendly and sweet which made the experience even more special. We enjoyed our time here so much and would definitely love to come back again. Highly recommended!
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· July 2026
16 ft car ·
Site 16
We had a fantastic time camping here, Ed & Heather and their 2 friendly, well-behaved dogs were wonderful hosts. The river was delightful and just a few steps away. The campground was so clean and well maintained, it was everything we needed. Thanks for such a great getaway - we look forward to returning!!
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· July 2026
Tent · With kids ·
Site 16
Absolutely loved camping at Ed & Heathers beautiful property. Right on the river, private beach, water depth is perfect for kids, playground, and friendliest dogs. Will be coming back!
Amazing location right off the Stanislaus river. The hosts were friendly and hospitable. Our family had a great time and enjoyed playing with the dogs and kayaking. Thank you Heather & Ed!
We were only able to stay one night, and are definitely staying a full weekend next time! What a gift to find a riverside retreat and such a relaxing, simple layout just minutes from town. Thank you, Ed!
Ed & Heather was just a delight and really goes out of their way to help you get the best experience camping at their very lovely property. At one point Ed was teaching the other campers how to lasso and he was giving me fishing pointers. Special mention to Blue and Axel (pups) that played with my kids by the waters. Definitely recommend!
We loved Heather and Ed’s wonderful property! We did so many fun things: water gunfights, kayaking, swimming, cowboys training (ax throwing and roping cow), and stargazing. And that was only the first day! On the second day we went on a five-hour kayaking trip with Ed’s help. Truly amazing experiences. We fell in the river at least three times but it was great fun.
Already recommended your place to one of our Boy Scout leaders. We will definitely come back again. :-)
This was our 2nd time and Ed and Heathers property , we really love it! The river views are unmatched, everything is set up so welcoming. My family and I tent camped on Memorial Weekend & it was such a good atmosphere for kids and families. We will definitely be back! Thanks Ed and Heather for another great trip in the books
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· May 2024
25 ft campervan · Group trip ·
Site 16
This is our second time at Flip Flop Flat and it exceeded expectations again. The location is perfect-it’s easy to hop in and off the river with a kayak or SUP and the kids loved the beach. And Heather and Ed are kind and helpful hosts. We’re already planning our next trip
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· April 2024
Tent · With pets ·
Site 16
Camping at its finest can't wait to come back again. Host and hostess were awesome dog friendly environment.
Can't wait to come back.
Dog paradise! We were looking for a dog-centered retreat for a few days, and we found the best. A beautiful spot overlooking the river where we could simply sit and relax all day long while the dogs played off leash. Ed and Heather were friendly and helpful with everything, even coming by to see if we needed anything from the store at one point, but also respectful of our privacy. Two happy labs live there and like to visit from time to time, but they're friendly and looking to play (or at least run off with a sponge or two. Lol!!) We had a lovely time in a beautiful place, and we're very appreciative of Ed and Heather for opening up their land so that we could enjoy it.
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· October 2023
Happy Paws spot - private dog beach
18 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
Site 16
Love it. We stayed at Happy Paws - a private dog beach. Our dog Bodhi made friends with the two young labs that live at Flip Flop Flat. It's certainly a dog friendly spot. Ed, the owner went OUT OF HIS WAY to make sure we had the grand tour and helped immediate clear a few tree limbs to get our trailer precisely where we wanted it. If you love water and dogs, this is your next camp spot!
The place is lovely and the host was supper kind, friendly, helpful and welcoming.
We would definitely like to come again for longer stay!
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· October 2023
Tent · With pets ·
Site 16
Flip Flop Flat was like disappearing into another world. It was so relaxing and all our needs were met in such a timely way that I will be going back again for sure!
Ed was super friendly and so were his pups. (They got along a little too well with mine, wanting to play all day long.) He brought us a kayak (even though we ended up just sitting next to it on the beach all day), lit the fire pit, got the grill ready for us, and even taught me how to lasso a steer!
Even the rain, one night when we were there, was pleasant. It shrouded us in white noise keeping us both asleep for more than 12 hours. Then the sun was out as soon as we got up. What a wonderful weekend.
The only suggestion I have is to get there before nightfall. You want to see where you are setting up your camp. The sites are all different, and you'll want to pick the perfect one for you, for your stay.
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· September 2023
Tent · With pets ·
Site 16
We had a great stay at Flip Flop Flat! We were the only campers there for the weekend so we really got to take advantage of the entire space which was great. Ed and Heather have two adorable labs who frolic about the campground which our dog totally loved! Being right on the water was truly a delight for us and our dog. The amenities were nice–super great to have a outdoor sink/shower to wash up in as needed!
Awesome place!
Ed and Heather are amazing hosts and have the site set up with tables and trash, cans and plenty of room in between other campers.
Access to the river is super easy and it’s calm right around their beach.
Ed put our paddle boards in the back of his truck and took us upriver for an amazing float.
I highly recommend staying at Flip Flop Flat!
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· September 2023
Tent · With kids ·
Site 16
We had a great time at Flip Flop Flat. Ed and Heather are wonderful hosts and very inviting to stay on their property. Our kids loved playing with their two retriever pups, Blue and Axel. Ed had a kayak that our kids could use on the river just in front of our camp. We would certainly recommend staying here again.
Mixed feelings
· September 2023
Tent · With pets ·
Site 16
Site is beautiful and right along the river with facilities that are clean and well kept. Just an FYI to travelers, there are two dogs off leash that roam continually with other dogs that poop everywhere. We were woken up by dogs sniffing by our tent.
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· August 2023
25 ft travel trailer · With kids ·
Site 16
We had an amazing time on our last minute camping trip at Flip Flop Flat and would 10/10 would definitely recommend this place… the kids in our group loved it and wanted to stay longer and some wanted to live there! Ed and Heather were very nice and were very accommodating!
Super Satisfied!
Great place to camp
i will highly recommend ya'll to visit this place, so nice!
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· August 2023
12 ft pop-up camper · With kids ·
Site 16
The hosts are very welcoming and gracious. There are several areas to choose from. Some are more secluded while others are more open and good for large groups. The property has a lot of trees, outdoor games, a firepit, and is right on the river! The owner provides each camper with a trash can and picnic table. They made jt comfortable and easy to chill. The bathrooms were also very clean which I appreciated especially with my toddler.
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· July 2023
Tent · With pets ·
Site 16
One of my best experiences with HipCamp ever. Ed and Heather’s place is spacious and super dog friendly. Ed gave us great tips on routes for floating and paddle boarding on the river, to which our site was adjacent. He also setup the community fire pit for us to have a late night fire. Campground and bathrooms were clean and well managed. The Stanislaus River is awesome, so if you like water activities this is a great spot!
We went camping with our doggies and had a fantastic time. The views of the river were spectacular! The area was well organized and clean. Ed and Heather were very gracious hosts and showed us the campsites in their golf carts. They were very friendly and easy to talk to. We wishes we could have stayed longer. Definitely will be back!
When I arrived at Ed and Heather's land, I was greeting with smiles and asked a few questions before walking around to find the spot I wanted. Heather asked Ed to show me a new spot that Ed just "fixed up" and when I saw it, I know it was the one I wanted. My daughter and her BF met us there to camp after driving 10 hours, we spent two nights right next to the river and had a great time! The property was as advertised and we will be back!
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· July 2023
31 ft Class B · With pets ·
Site 16
Ed and Heather are spectacular hosts. Their sites are clean and serene. The crystal clear water is on your doorsteps. We had a mechanical issue with our rig. Ed stepped in to help solve the problem. Mission accomplished.
I've been to several HipCamp locations. This may be the best. Highly recommend.
What a perfect property for camping. Ed and Heather’s property is right on the Stanislaus River with tons of shade and a perfect little beach. There was a kayak available and we brought our inner tubes and spent the day up and down the river. I don’t exaggerate when I say this is a perfect camp spot. It was a hot weekend (107’) and I hate heat, but being on the river, in the shade of the property, I didn’t complain about the heat once. Any other situation, I’d have gone home to sit in air conditioning.
Ed is a wonderful guy and wants nothing more than to make his campers happy and comfortable. Ed makes his way around the camp and sees to it that everyone is enjoying themselves. The vibe is great and social. The other campers were happy and friendly.
Our site had a clean garbage can and a great picnic table. A short walk away is a bathroom and sink for dishes.
Ed has two gorgeous and friendly labs. They make their way around saying hi. If you have a friendly dog, your dog would love this place too!
Wowwwwie! This spot is absolutely incredible. Both the actual camping sites and the hosts Ed and Heather. Our group had the best time there and Ed and Heather went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable and having a good time. I almost don’t want to leave a review so this spot can stay a hidden gem, but it’s obviously just too good to not share! If you’re looking for a relaxing, lowkey spot right on the Stanislaus River, you can’t go wrong with Ed and Heather’s beautiful place.
Ed and Heather, thank you both so very much for hosting us. Ya’ll really went above and beyond in so many ways. We’ll definitely be back!!
Location
Oakdale, Stanislaus, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Ed & Heather E.
Joined in August 2022Response rate: 100%Response time: Within 2 hours