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Magical Harrison Serenity Ranch

93%

836 reviews

· Palomar Mountain, San Diego, California

67 acres hosted by Vicki M.

2 lodging sites · 18 RV/tent sites

Amazing views

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Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

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This land has been a community gathering space for the Native's Ceremony and Healing Space for over a thousand years. Feast your eyes upon the Matates and traces of the people that once gathered here so long ago. Upon the mid 1800's we had a Settler named Nate Harrison find this to be the ideal space, and he set up homestead here, and lived an amazing full life. He was to become the first African American to aquire land here in San Diego County, and his homestead remains to this day; studied by archaeology students to this day. Sensitive habitat and magic lies within our gates, and we must approach the mountain as we would any sacred space; with RESPECT. We welcome you to enjoy Nate's land and inspire who you are deep inside your heart.

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Glamptent 2/Beds

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Canvas tent · Sleeps 5

Glamptent has a queen size bed and a double Futon. We provide clean bedding, fire pit with a couple of chairs outside your door. Breathtaking views and surrounded by the Clevland National Forest. Outside showers and indoor bathrooms. Hiking trails, yoga deck and more.

Canvas tent · Sleeps 3

Glamptent has a queen bed with linins & lantern on a deck with small patio with 2 comfortable chairs to enjoy under our amazing sacred oak trees, fire pit included

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Camping at Harrison Serenity Ranch

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 8 · Vehicles under 7 m

Welcome to your pristine outdoor escape atop Serene & Majestic Palomar Mountain. We sit at 3600' on a 67 acre Mountain Ranch in the Cleveland National Forest. Set up camp in sprawling designated areas, surrounded by hundreds of Oak Trees in an untouched part of Palomar Mountain. We are some of the few remaining original structures on Palomar. Cozy, Private, Great for groups as well! Camp Host Available 24 Hours a Day. Outdoor Showers, bathrooms, yoga deck, BBQ grill, hike trails and more

RV/tent site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 8 m

Glamptent with a Queen bed and Futon. With linens & lantern. Surrounded by Clevland National Forest. We provide a fire pit, yoga deck, hiking trails and outdoor showers with indoor bathrooms.

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93% Recommend1147 ratings · 836 reviews

The campsite offers a serene and picturesque escape with expansive views and a welcoming atmosphere. Visitors appreciate the cleanliness of the facilities and the helpfulness of the host, Vicki. Many reviews highlight the friendly animals, including dogs and potbellied pigs, adding to the charm. However, the road leading up to the site is rough, and a vehicle with good clearance is recommended.

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Artem Z.

4 reviews

Recommends

· May 2025

Tent · With kids ·

Camping at Harrison Serenity Ranch

I loved tent camping on Sarah's land! The views were beautiful and directions were clear. My kid loved feeding a boar! On the downside the boar tried to gnaw a bumper of my friends car.

Kim M.

3 reviews

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· May 2025

5 m car · With pets ·

Camping at Harrison Serenity Ranch

This hip camp truly was magical!! We had such a relaxing time during our stay. The views were insane and the camp hosts were very welcoming and informative. We were actually planning on only staying one night yet loved it so much we decided to stay for two! Definitely recommend :)

Celeste R.

9 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· May 2025

Perfect getaway with a view!

Tent ·

Camping at Harrison Serenity Ranch

This place was the perfect little getaway for the weekend. Vicki and the staff onsite were very kind and welcoming. One of the things about this place that is so special are the views. I was afraid at first that our campsite wouldn't have such spectacular views as in the photos, but I was pleasantly wrong. The sounds of the singing birds was a personal favorite. This ranch has a very healing and peaceful energy to it. The facilities were were well kept and clean and stocked. The other campsites are also far enough so you feel you have some privacy. I’d recommend coming in a vehicle with good clearance and tires suited for rugged roads. The drive up to the ranch was definitely an adventure and beautiful, but made me a bit nervous as I made the mistake of taking my Hyundai Kona with older tires. Thankfully we made it up and down safely, and I'm look forward to coming back again and showing friends this lovely place!

Lourdes C.

1 review

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· May 2025

Camping with trees

4 m Class C ·

Camping at Harrison Serenity Ranch

I loved nature and the quiet as well as the view!I highly recommend it.

Jason B.

2 years on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· May 2025

Could have been a great experience

Tent · With kids ·

Camping at Harrison Serenity Ranch

Great experience with the host and campground. Bathrooms were co-ed and extremely clean. ⚠️ warning - the road getting there was pretty rough. If you have a high clearance vehicle like an SUV or Truck then you will be fine. If you have a low car you may want to consider this as we did have spots on the road that we scraped the bottom. Site had some of the best views I've ever experience. Not sure how strong the rules were enforced as we had a group that came in Saturday and turned the whole campsite into a music festival the whole day and screemed and yelled throughout the night...so much for Serenity :(. You can hear other groups complain about the loud music (like when you stop next to another car with heavy sub woofer bass music)

Puneet G.

1 month on Hipcamp

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· May 2025

Tent · With pets ·

Camping at Harrison Serenity Ranch

The land is gorgeous, the fellow campers are great and the host, Vicki is incredibly gracious i highly recommend. Her work on this land has made it a beautiful serene place. The drive up is a bit bumpy but our tesla made it without damage and the orchard you drive through is amazing

Location

Palomar Mountain, San Diego, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking