Hosted by Ben W.
RV/tent site
· 8 guests max
Staff verified
Accuracy verified by Hipcamp's on-the-ground team.
Ben is a Star Host
Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.
RV details
Campervans and Cars allowed
No Caravans, Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, Trailer tents, Motorhome, Campervan, and Class C (larger motorhome with overcab space)
Ask about rv access types
Ask about max motorhome length
Ask about slideouts
Ask about surface type
Ask about surface levelness
No electrical hookup
No sewage hookup
Ask about water hookup
Ask about TV hookup
Ask about generators
What to expect
RV/tent site
8 guests max
Campfires allowed
Toilet available
Pets allowed
Drinking 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
Park at listing
No wheelchair access
Max 3 vehicles
During your trip
Leave it better
Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.
ExtrasAvailable at checkout
good
$5.00
Reviews
96% Recommend154 ratings · 104 reviews
Camping on Ben's farm offers a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature, with guests frequently mentioning the stunning views and abundant wildlife. Many appreciated the privacy and spaciousness of the site, along with Ben's helpfulness as a host. A few reviews noted the presence of yellow jackets, which could be a minor inconvenience. Overall, the campsite receives high praise for its tranquility, scenic beauty, and the unique experience of staying on a working farm.
Summary AI-generated from real reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent
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.
A
Amelia G.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
Tent
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.
R
Rose H.
8 reviews
Recommends
· December 2024
Winter camp spot
Tent · With pets
Sweet splace to camp, beautiful view, had a nice fire, cozy sleeping spot, and a gracious host.
C
Caymin A.
6 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2024
Awesome Getaway
5 m car · With pets
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.
H
H Ilda C.
8 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
3 m campervan
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.
J
Joseph S.
2 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
Retreat in the mountains.
Tent · With kids
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.
J
Josephine R.
11 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
Tent
We loved the setup. It was very private with beautiful views.
L
Lewis M.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2024
Deck of shine.
5 m car
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.
R
Rose H.
8 reviews
Recommends
· May 2024
Simply Enjoyable
Tent
Fantastic spot. Ben is a great host and his farm is beautiful. Nothing like sleeping under the stars and waking up to pick strawberries
S
Soren Thunderhawk G.
1 year on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· September 2023
Honest review
6 m campervan
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?
D
Drew H.
1 year on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· September 2023
Tent · With pets
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.
B
Brittany L.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2023
Trampoline and golden raspberries!
Tent · With pets
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.
B
Brandyn P.
3 reviews
Recommends
· August 2023
Tent · Group trip
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
J
Jeff C.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2023
Tent · With pets
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!
E
Erika T.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2023
Camping while wine tasting!
6 m campervan · With kids
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
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.
M
Miguel A.
5 reviews
Recommends
· July 2022
Tent · With pets
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.
6 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2022
Tent · Group trip
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!
N
Nistara R.
11 reviews
Recommends
· June 2022
Tent · With pets
Great spot to camp, quiet and a very cool location amidst a functioning organic farm. Would visit again!
Kate A.
5 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2022
Tent
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!
N
Nistara R.
11 reviews
Recommends
· May 2022
Tent · With pets
Ben’s property was exactly what we were looking for. It was scenic, peaceful and great for stargazing. The campsite was thoughtfully laid out with leveled spot for a tent, fire pit and picnic table. We found a few great spots to swim and hike nearby. Definitely recommend!
K
Kara M.
4 reviews
Recommends
· May 2022
Tent · Group trip
This was our 3rd time here. Ben and family are excellent hosts.
C
Christel M.
3 reviews
Recommends
· July 2021
The Shaded Walnut was so lovely, we had the best time! Ben was fabulous; we were able to pick strawberries (which were delicious!) and he told us about a swimming hole where we spent the day swimming. The camping spot itself was perfect… we will definitely be back!
B
Brooke M.
8 years on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· July 2021
Good, if you like to rough it a bit
Group trip
This is a great place to stay. As there is only one site, you don’t have to worry about disturbing, or being bothered by, any other campers. We never did meet Ben, but one of the workers there was friendly and helpful enough. The outdoor shower was cool, but welcome since the days were quite hot when we were there. The pit toilet was a bit primitive, just a hole in the ground that you throw dirt in after doing your business. The water from the on-site well was cool, crisp and tasted wonderful. The campsite is on an organic farm and we were allowed to pick some of the crops that were ripe enough. We treated ourselves to a few different kinds of Cherry Tomatoes and some Strawberries and they were absolutely delicious! We saw quite a bit of wildlife while we were there. A couple of deer frolicking just outside the gardens, quite a few families of quail, and in the early morning hours, we even had a young mountain lion trot right by the campsite! The road is near enough that you can hear cars going by, but it’s not very busy at all so it was pretty much a non-issue. There was also a raised platform that you could get to through a gate and down a path that, once you climbed up the stairway/ladder had a terrific view down into a canyon and up the mountains on the other side.
All in all, had a great time and enjoyed how secluded the site was.
Already thinking about going back to this site.
T
Tex L.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2021
Group trip
What a fun place! Ben was a wonderful host and made our trip super easy. He gave a great swimming hole recommendation and told us about all the work his farm does. The weather was beautiful and the area was perfect for our 5 person group. Definitely would recommend this place to other folks :)
Lillian T.
2 reviews
Mixed feelings
· July 2021
Nice little campsite at a farm
Group trip
Nice host and beautiful farm you can walk around and look at the veggies with. It got nice and cool during the night and we could see lots of stars all around. The only two things that were bothersome was there were about a dozen yellow jackets and some flies that swarmed our table whenever we ate so we had to keep everything covered and eat quickly. I’d suggest setting up a wasp catcher to keep the numbers down. We’re pretty close to the road and although it’s the countryside we heard a bunch of people racing their cars nearby at night. Still overall a nice stay and I’d come back if the yellow jackets went away.
Wendy L.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2021
The perfect country getaway
Ben has an incredible farm and the most wonderful camp site. Highly recommend staying here :)
M
Marshall L.
3 reviews
Mixed feelings
· June 2021
Beautiful property
We had mixed feelings about our stay at the shaded walnut. The property is absolutely beautiful. Ben was a wonderful host, responded in a timely manner and had great recommendations. The site itself is shaded completed by trees which was wonderful. At the back of the property Ben built a raised deck that you can climb up and see the most beautiful views of the valley and sunsets.
The things we didn’t enjoy:
The site is advertised as private, yes it is the only site on the property but it is far from being completely private. Keep in mind that this property is on a working farm so there are frequent workers and guests in the fields picking vegetables. One of the days a woman and 3 small children came down to swing on the rope swing and jump on the trampoline which happened to be directly behind our site. The only reason that we didn’t enjoy these things is because we have a dog that is high anxiety and doesn’t play well with others so we specifically camp in private locations. This site just didn’t work as well for us.
But I want to stress that overall the property and site itself is beautiful and we had a great time!
J
Jennifer K.
3 reviews
Recommends
· June 2021
Dappled sunshine on the farm
Group trip
Wonderful site on the edge of the small farm. Our choice of sunny or shady spots on level ground. Our hosts were very friendly and provided great guidance on local sites and trails. We bought delicious veggies and fruit from their farm-stand.
Brett O.
5 reviews
Recommends
· May 2021
Enjoyed staying at this farm- Ben was very welcoming and a great host. He had plenty of firewood - which was perfect for campfires and s’mores. The property is close to trails. You can also buy produce from his farm stand. Would be a great spot to stay at if planning to do wine tasting.
Megan M.
3 reviews
Hosted by Ben W.
Joined in March 2018Response rate: 100%Response time: Within 6 hours
Things to do nearby
Similar campgrounds nearby
Campers also viewed...
Hipcamp is created with ❤️ and hope for our future.