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Hidden Spring Ranch

93%
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151 reviews
· Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, California
6 acres hosted by Patricia A.
3 lodging sites · 2 tent sites
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Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
Romantic
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is romantic.
Creature comforts
Enjoy the comforts of home at some sites—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.
Sauna
A little haven of warmth and relaxation.
Magical 6 acre permaculture ranch just a few minutes to town, beaches and restaurants. Take a bath under a clear night sky, enjoy the morning birdsong and take a stroll on or off the property. We have free ranging chickens, a hidden spring surrounded by two creeks and wild plums. Happy Valley is a secret little gem of Santa Cruz. Plenty of space for relaxing, and amazing location for both convenience and adventures. (2 of the 3 sites have the tubs please read individual descriptions to find out if the one you chose has one)
Activities
Biking
Hiking
Paddling
Wind sports
Natural features
Forest
River, stream, or creek
Mountainous
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Reviews
93% Recommend254 ratings · 151 reviews
The campsite offers a serene and welcoming environment, perfect for campers looking to relax and enjoy nature. Most reviews highlight the friendly and accommodating hosts, along with well-maintained amenities such as a communal kitchen and outdoor soaking tubs, which contribute to a pleasant stay. Some reviews mention the proximity to neighboring sites, which might affect privacy, but the overall atmosphere is praised for its community feel and convenience to Santa Cruz. A few reviews noted areas for improvement, such as site readiness and noise from nearby roads, yet the general sentiment remains positive.
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Jim F.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
What a nice private tent site with a fun soaking tub ! Hosts are really great. I highly recommend (unless you are competing with me for a site)
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Jeff C.
7 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
This was our second time staying at Hidden Ranch and it was simply fabulous. A great community of folks with a super relaxed, calm and rustic atmosphere. Fresh eggs, a sauna, room to hacky sack, what could be better!
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Gini M.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
Fantastic hipcamp
We absolutely loved the property! Showering in nature. The outdoor kitchen had everything we needed. The fresh eggs were delicious. It was very close to town and all the sightseeing!
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John P.
1 month on Hipcamp
Not recommend
· April 2025
Very nice people but the camp wasn't quite ready for use and needs some extra TLC but I'm optimistic based on our conversation they will improve the camping experience soon. They were respectful about the refund as well.
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Scott R.
3 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
This site was comfortable and super-convenient to Santa Cruz. The owners were very friendly and I enjoyed socializing around the fire with the other residents.
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Kelcie M.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
Cozy and comfy caravan stay
I had a lovely stay here! I was at site #3, the caravan. It was comfy and cozy inside and there's plenty of space for tents on the site. The outdoor shared kitchen is well stocked and super convenient. There's cute common space with couches and some games and books. I felt welcomed and would stay here again. Definitely recommend. =)
Location
Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Patricia A.

Joined in June 2022
Response rate: 80%Response time: Within 9 hours
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