# Freedog Farms @ Cactus Flower Ranch

See photos, check availability, and book on Hipcamp: https://www.hipcamp.com/en-US/land/california-freedog-farms-cactus-flower-ranch-nelhwr0r

- **Location:** Gaviota, California, United States
- **Price:** from $75.00/night
- **Rating:** 99% recommend (1271 reviews)
- **Sites:** 17
- **Size:** 43 acres
- **Host:** Sierra & Darin F.

## Overview

Howdy, campers,

Welcome to our rustic resort. We look forward to hosting you.

We place campers on a first come first serve bases. Larger groups and campers booking more than one night take priority. 

Feel free to ask any questions, we will get back to you ASAP.

Answers to the most common questions below... 

Yes, we an outdoor shower at cactus flower beach (our version of a beach with cold dunk tubs, shade trees, day bed cabaña and lounge chairs for when it's hot.)

Yes, you can use a propane camp stove or cook at our common area bbq in front of the barn where we light a real wood fire for campers to socialize with us, other campers and visit our speakeasy.

Yes, we provide propane for the propane fire pits.

Yes, your dog can run off-leash.

Yes, each site has a picnic table, umbrella, propane fire pit. Most sites have a hammock and hammock stand.

Please pack your trash out there is a dumpster at the front gate entrance/exit for your trash.

You can support our farm by buying eggs, hats, stickers, and other items, all for sale in the barn.

Sincerely,

Sierra, Darin, and The Freedog Crew!

By booking and agreeing to camp, you accept the waiver and release of liability, without a wet signature. The Entire Waiver can be found under the "Rules" section of our listing.

## Highlights

- **Best Hipcamps in California:** Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2025.
- **Near Channel Islands National Park:** Within a 60-minute drive from the Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center.
- **Great for groups:** Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for larger groups.
- **Amazing views:** Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
- **Family-friendly:** Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
- **Staff verified:** Accuracy verified by Hipcamp's on-the-ground team.
- **Sierra & Darin is a Star Host:** Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.
- **Private sites:** 97% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.

## Amenities

- **Amenities:** Pets, Toilets, Showers, Trash, Cooking equipment, Picnic table, Wifi
- **RV amenities:** Generators
- **Activities:** Biking, Hiking, Wildlife watching
- **Terrain:** Mountainous, Field, Farm, Ranch

## Sites

- **2. Camp Out @ Freedog Farms** (rv-tent, up to 30 guests, $75.00/night)
- **1. Vintage Trailer @ Freedog Farms** (vintage-trailer, up to 4 guests, $175.00/night)
- **1. Camp In A 1984 VW Westfalia** (van-bus, up to 4 guests, $150.00/night)
- **Camp In Our Mini Winnie** (rv-or-trailer, up to 2 guests, $150.00/night)

## Recent reviews

> I had a great time camping at hip camp with my dog Bozeman. The hosts were super friendly and showed me a great time. Rare to find a place like this! I would definitely come back.
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> - Danielle P., October 26, 2026

> Darin and Sierra at Freedog are amazing! The property is gorgeous and spacious. It’s such a cool set up. Can’t wait to get back there with a bigger group and discover more of the camps’ beauty. Thanks Darin / Sierra!
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> - Ryan B., October 20, 2026

> We Came for Camping. We Accidentally Joined the Neighborhood. 😂 If you’re looking for a quiet little patch of dirt to pitch a tent and stare at a tree, Freedog Farms can do that. But if you’re lucky, you might also stumble into a wedding after-party, a 40th birthday rave, and a gathering of 70+ cyclists, all in the same weekend. And somehow, it all works! My family and dog had an absolutely amazing time at Freedog Farms. Darin and Sierra are the kind of hosts who make you feel like you’ve been friends since high school, except now your friends own a ridiculously cool 50-acre ranch and invite…
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> - Joel M., October 19, 2026

> We had a fabulous time at Free Dog Farms and our hosts were amazing! Our camping spot, which we got to choose, had an amazing view and lots of privacy!
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> - Dana O., October 18, 2026

> Such an amazing spot
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> - Rochelle J., October 17, 2026