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Rig suitability
Allowed rigs: class B RVs, campervans, cars, truck campers, and rooftop tents
No class A RVs, class C RVs, pop-up campers, travel trailers, fifth wheels, and toy haulers
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No electrical hookup
No sewage hookup
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What to expect
RV/tent site
8 guests max
Campfires allowed
Toilet available
Pets allowed
Potable water available
Showers available
Cooking equipment present
Picnic table present
Pack it out
No wifi
Things to know
Getting there
Check in: After 1:00 PM
Check out: Before 12:00 PM
On arrival: Meet with Host
Cancellation policy: Strict
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 6 months out
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No wheelchair access
Max 3 vehicles
During your trip
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RV/tent sites
1 site
The Shaded Walnut
95%
(167)Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
Reviews
95% Recommend167 ratings · 114 reviews
Recommends
· May 2026
Tent ·
The Shaded Walnut
Our second time visiting Ben’s campsite and we loved it just as much this time round.
Ben was very responsive and friendly, just as last time.
The site is easy to get to and is close to so much beautiful nature, especially the Consumnes River. We enjoy going to the neighboring towns as well.
I would recommend bringing your allergy medicine if you happen to be cursed with seasonal allergies.
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Amelia G.
3 reviews
It was a wonderful getaway from the City that I needed for the weekend. Ben was hospitable, he provided fire wood and was overall a great host! I would 10/10 book again for another trip away, it is about 15 min away from the nearest convenience store so be sure to stock up before you arrive.
Ace D.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2026
Tent · With kids ·
The Shaded Walnut
We loved our stay at the Shaded Walnut! We were coming from a long roadtrip and it proved to be just what we needed. We found in Ben a friendly, welcoming host and the site is a shaded spot with a good fire pit, a nearby outhouse, and well water pump. Yet the very best was the abundance of birds. We went to bed and woke up to bird song. Quite magical!
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Jesse H.
3 reviews
My boyfriend, dog and I had a lovely weekend away staying in Ben’s farm.
The campsite was very easily accessible and the views were lovely. Ben had recently updated the shower to be a nice warm water running shower! We got to use it the second night after he was able to adjust the pressure.The site itself was as pictured and in spring the farm was lush and full of greenery. The main road isn’t too far from the camp so every so often you will hear some cars passing by but overall it doesn’t take you too far away from the outdoors. There’s a man made pond on the farm and there’s so many frogs and tadpoles during our stay! At night you can hear them croaking you a lullaby to sleep.
Ben’s daughters are a true delight and so well mannered. They were so sweet and gentle when asking to pet our shy dog Mango. Ben was also very attentive and would respond as quickly as possible to any of our concerns. I would definitely recommend this spot to other campers looking for something a little more private or smaller
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Cyn N.
2 years on Hipcamp
Not recommend
· September 2025
Tent · With pets ·
The Shaded Walnut
Site did not look like the pictures due to a precious fire. Wish this was stated as we were expecting more greenery and shade. But we made do and the important thing is the kids had fun. The outhouse has a view of some cars and RVs below the hill so I feel like if someone did happen to be down there, they could see us going potty as well. The path to the outhouse has a lot of weeds. Shower has no privacy curtain or fencing, so you'll have to wear a bathing suit but there is warm water! Overall, fine for 1 night. Appreciated the firewood that was readily available. It made a fine fire perfect for smores.
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Joyce L.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2025
Tent ·
The Shaded Walnut
Great stay. Ben is super friendly. I checked out the river by his recommendation and it was amazing. Highly recommend this as a place to land
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Aidan T.
5 reviews
Ben's farm is such a magical place to camp at! There was plenty of space for our group of 5, and we had a blast wandering around the farm and using the outlook spot for watching the sunset and the stars. Plenty of privacy too. Thanks Ben
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Darren C.
2 reviews
Mixed feelings
· July 2025
Tent ·
The Shaded Walnut
Easy to get to and pull into site, which had a picnic table and large tree shading the area from the heat. Very quiet and peaceful, I was the only one there! Lots of cute birds and lizards :)
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Susan M.
6 reviews
The campsite was well maintained and next to the beautiful farm. It's the only site, so seclusion was a bonus. The Consumnes River, a quick 10 min drive, is a must-see.
If you stay at this campsite during hot summer days, definitely pack a canopy or shade structure; we were chasing shade the day that we stayed on site. Beautiful night sky. Loved seeing all sorts of birds, lizards, and dragonflies.
Ben is friendly and communicative!
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Alex S.
4 reviews
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent · With pets ·
The Shaded Walnut
Camping on the farm was great! We played in the pond and enjoyed some delicious nectarines, courtesy of Ben. My kids and I had a great overnight and recommend this spot to anyone looking for a quick getaway.
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Joshua M.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent ·
The Shaded Walnut
We loved camping on Ben’s farm. I thought camping on a farm might not feel like “real” camping as much as I’d like but I was wrong! There was SO much wildlife to be heard and seen. None of the animals disturbed us either. We camped over Memorial Day weekend and did not see a single Yellowjacket as mentioned in other reviews. There’re a number of beautiful swimming spots nearby. We chose Bassi Falls (we jumped in the river ahead of the falls and had the space completely to ourselves), Jenkinson Lake (closer to the waterfall there’s a big fallen tree that creates an easy swim spot), and Middle Forks Cosumnes River off the bridge on Mt Aukum Rd.
Ben was very helpful in answering our questions. The shower worked great. We were very happy with our experience and immediately talked about coming back.
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Amelia G.
3 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
Tent ·
The Shaded Walnut
Loved coming back. The hosts were still just as friendly and helpful. The area is close to a lot of favorite trails and it feels super safe whenever I go. I can't wait to go back for a third time to enjoy the beauty.
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Rose H.
11 reviews
Sweet splace to camp, beautiful view, had a nice fire, cozy sleeping spot, and a gracious host.
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Caymin A.
1 year on Hipcamp
My winter stay was wonderful! There was plenty of firewood to keep cozy, and I even gathered some squash to cook. The views were beautiful, and there are scenic hikes just a short drive away. It’s close enough to town if you need anything, but remote enough to feel like a true getaway.
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H Ilda C.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
10 ft campervan ·
The Shaded Walnut
Great location on a small farm in the foothills. The campsite has some decent shade most of the day under a small oak and there's also a picnic table with an umbrella. The farm was super pretty and Ben was a kind and welcoming host, who gave us some great advice to check out the swimming holes in the nearby Cosumnes River. Much of the lower part of the property was burned in the Caldor Fire, so not as nice as it would have been 3 years ago but still worthwhile.
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Joseph S.
2 reviews
Quiet area in the mountains where you can see the stars at night. We loved staying there for two nights - our kids especially loved the trampoline and rope swing. They want to come back again.
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Josephine R.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
Tent ·
The Shaded Walnut
We loved the setup. It was very private with beautiful views.
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Lewis M.
2 years on Hipcamp
Very beautiful and peaceful. Loved the deck to catch some beautiful sunshine. Great host, he had led me to some beautiful hikes and super nice. I felt extremely safe being a single traveler. Very highly recommend if you're looking for safety, views and lots of beautiful land.
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Rose H.
11 reviews
Fantastic spot. Ben is a great host and his farm is beautiful. Nothing like sleeping under the stars and waking up to pick strawberries
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Soren Thunderhawk G.
2 years on Hipcamp
Property and privacy were great. Directions to site once in the gate were not obvious. One of the first directions was to take a 180 degree turn right…..isn’t that a U-turn?
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Drew H.
3 reviews
Mixed feelings
· September 2023
Tent · With pets ·
The Shaded Walnut
It was nice for what we needed. Lots of bees around and no shower as listed though so somewhat disappointing. The lookout platform was very cool though.
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Brittany L.
2 years on Hipcamp
It was a very unique experience. There was a trampoline for the kids to jump on, and they got to pick their own golden raspberries. They loved it. It was nice walking around the farm. There was a lot of yellow jackets but a bug tent was really handy.
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Brandyn P.
3 reviews
Recommends
· August 2023
Tent · Group trip ·
The Shaded Walnut
Ben’s land was a very good spot for tent camping for my friends and I. There’s a pretty big tree that provided a shade throughout the day and big enough flat areas for tents. I really liked that it was the only campground with no other campers so we could relax without bothering others
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Jeff C.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2023
Tent · With pets ·
The Shaded Walnut
Ben’s campsite was great, perfect for a night under the stars. The platform is great to catch the sunset and the camp was so peaceful. There is plenty of room for at least 2 large tents. One caution is there are some foxtail grass which I was able to keep away from my dog by putting down a blanket - if you have a more adventurous dog, you may want to keep an eye on them. The grounds were cleared right around the campsite, however. I would love to come back!
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Erika T.
5 years on Hipcamp
Bens organic farm was nothing less than incredible. The view from the observation deck was stunning . We brought our Cabover camper. We were able to detached our truck from it and head into FairPlay for wine tasting. We also went to Apple Hill which was only 30 minutes away. We really enjoyed having a place to come back to that was peaceful and all to ourselves. Ben was such a great host. He even came to see how we were doing on his birthday. We already planing our next visit to the farm.
Jessica B.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2022
Tent · With kids ·
The Shaded Walnut
It was good for our needs. Location was good as we live in the Central Valley and wanted to hike bassi falls and visit Tahoe. It was a good safe fun location especially since we had our 7 year old sister. She enjoyed the swing/trampoline and making s’mores. We were only there for a day but so recommend it to those who use Hipcamp or want a unique experience.
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Miguel A.
6 reviews
Recommends
· July 2022
Tent · With pets ·
The Shaded Walnut
We enjoyed the one night at Bens property. Was unfortunately a little more weed ridden in the campsite area then I would prefer but we had a great time. Kids loved exploring the property, picking fresh berries and the trampoline. Us adults loved the quiet and secluded area. Ben told us about a great little watering hole area for us to go enjoy the afternoon (directions could have been a tad better). Overall we would recommend Bens camp and would keep in mind if we were ever heading back this direction.
Courtney L.
7 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2022
Tent · Group trip ·
The Shaded Walnut
Another lovely stay at the shaded walnut! It's a convenient distance from nearby lakes and recreation, and just a great place to camp. Beautiful stars at night too. Thanks Ben!
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Nistara R.
11 reviews
Recommends
· June 2022
Tent · With pets ·
The Shaded Walnut
Great spot to camp, quiet and a very cool location amidst a functioning organic farm. Would visit again!
Kate A.
6 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2022
Tent ·
The Shaded Walnut
Ben's place was gorgeous. We had a lovely camping experience and woke up to the sound of so many birds, including woodpeckers on the tree nearby. The night sky was beautiful, the wildflowers gorgeous, and it really felt like a special retreat. It rained the morning we were there but the picnic table + umbrella helped us stay dry while getting our breakfast. Highly recommend!
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Nistara R.
11 reviews
Location
Somerset, El Dorado, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Ben W.
Joined in March 2018Response rate: 100%Response time: Within 2 hours
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