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- Nevada City
No. Columbia Off-Grid Homestead
Hosted by Samantha · Nevada City, California
6 guests max
Samantha is a Star Host
Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.
Rig suitability
Vehicles under 36 feet allowed
Allowed rigs: class B RVs, campervans, cars, truck campers, and rooftop tents
Pull-in site
Surface type: Grass or field
Surface levelness: Requires leveling
No class A RVs, class C RVs, pop-up campers, travel trailers, fifth wheels, and toy haulers
Doesn't accommodate slideouts
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
No sewage hookup
No TV hookup
Generators not allowed
What to expect
RV/tent site
6 guests max
Campfires allowed
Toilet available
No pets
Potable water available
Showers available
Picnic table present
Wifi available
Pack it out
Cooking equipment absent
Things to know
Getting there
Check in: After 2:00 PM
Check out: Before 12:00 PM
On arrival: Head straight to site
Cancellation policy: Moderate
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 12 months out
Park at listing
Wheelchair access
Max 2 vehicles
During your trip
Follow the
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.
RV/tent sites
1 site
Instant book
"Tanks" for the stars on off-grid
97%
(36)Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Reviews
96% Recommend45 ratings · 34 reviews
Recommends
· May 2026
Super pretty, and not too far from a grocery store, definitely an adventure to get there, but definitely manageable, and 100% worth it
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Niko T.
2 months on Hipcamp
I enjoyed my time on Samantha's property! Everyone that I interacted with was kind and knowledgeable and gave me interesting tips and facts about the area. There is a spigot at the campsite with potable water, and a flushable toilet just a short walk or drive down the driveway. And the turkeys! I loved hearing and watching them meander around the property. The stargazing is good too. This is an affordable and private campsite that felt safe as a solo traveler. I hope to return.
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Laura R.
6 reviews
Recommends
· May 2026
This was a great spot for a friend and I to enjoy hiking in the area. Nothing super fancy, but all you need. The shower doesn’t have great pressure but it was hot and it felt good after a long hike. The birdsong in the morning waking up in our tents were wonderful. I definitely will return.
Erin T.
162 reviews
Recommends
· March 2026
Tent · With kids ·
"Tanks" for the stars on off-grid
Great first experience using hipcamp and first camping trip with the family! I loved the beuatiful scenery and welcoming feel! Thank you!
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Daniel W.
4 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2026
Samantha is always a pleasure. Very easy to get a hold of and super accommodating. This will always be my favorite spot away from home. It's nice and quiet. I love the darkness to see the stars at night. Just a pleasure to be able to camp here.
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Rose H.
11 reviews
Recommends
· December 2025
Great stay and great, friendly host! Very quiet area with super dark skies at night. Worth the stay and hope to be back!
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Jeff K.
9 reviews
Recommends
· September 2025
Great place for camping. Lots of room and the owner of property was very nice and had friendly dogs we loved.
Rameil B.
10 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2025
19 ft campervan ·
"Tanks" for the stars on off-grid
I recommend! We enjoyed our 3-night stay on Samantha's land. We spent most of our day visiting the South Yuba River and returned to the land before dark. Quick and simple ~20-minute drive to spots on 'Uba Seo. The picnic bench and chairs were nice for lounging, journaling, reading, and eating meals. The site was easy to locate after the gravelly 3-mile road. You'll be surrounded by tree relatives and other animal kin. Note, there is not much service in most areas. The eggs (add-on) were a great plus. The bathroom/shower worked fine, and offered hot water, which was what we mainly wanted out of this facility offering. Her pups were very sweet and playful. Samantha was friendly, kind, and knowledgeable about the history of the land. Thank you for making our adventure meaningful, safe, and comfortable!
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Tara S.
1 year on Hipcamp
Super quiet camping in the woods with lots of crickets. Really felt like we got away from it all. But we still had amenities like a bathroom and shower. And close enough to the Yuba River to enjoy what it has to offer. Would definitely camp here again.
Julia M.
20 reviews
We camped on Samantha's land and had a great time. The location is up the hill from their property so is quite private. The area has everything you need for a little trip away. Samantha was also super friendly and had great knowledge of locations and activities in the are. All in all we would come here again.
Colin S.
7 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Lovely area, the dogs are super sweet, and the sky is incredible at night! Samantha was super communicative with us as well!
Kate C.
4 years on Hipcamp
We loved tent camping under the starts and in the middle of the woods on Samantha’s land. The view was beautiful and directions were clear. It was our 10 month baby first experience camping, we had access to the bathroom, water just right there, picnic table and the shower was a plus ! We were looking for an experienced just like this ! Family friendly and safe overall. We will definitely come back! Thanks Samantha and son for such a good welcome and let us collect memories in your site.
Maby A.
5 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
This was a last minute reserve, for late at night, but it was perfect. Easy directions to the spot. Just note you might not have reception when you get there to contact the host. So make sure you screenshot instructions. Waking up here was so peaceful and beautiful. Hidden gem. Thank you! Loved the doggie-love. Since we came after dark, it was a bit hard to find the bathroom/shower getting in. So we decided to wait til morning.
Christine F.
5 reviews
We loved Samantha’s spot! The site is very private and the secluded property makes you feel like you’ve got the forest to yourself. Running water right there, plenty of fire wood around, and a short walk to a full-service bathroom! Don’t forget to say hi to the host and her sweet dogs. You won’t regret staying here!
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Jacob M.
2 reviews
Super easy and quiet spot to camp; sweet and welcoming hosts and pups! Fresh water right at the site, flush toilet and shower down the hill (hot water is iffy, but gets you clean!) Recommend!
Raissa L.
6 years on Hipcamp
Definitely one of my favorites to get to my favorite trails. I can't believe it's taken me so long to book this spot. I love the hosts' hospitality and could not believe how beautiful it is at night with a small fire staring up at the stars.
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Rose H.
11 reviews
Recommends
· September 2023
Tent · Group trip ·
"Tanks" for the stars on off-grid
My three friends and I had a blast at Samantha’s property off the beaten track of Nevada City. The camping spot was beautiful and comfortable, and we loved meeting Samantha and her adorable son and appreciated their restaurant recommendations for the weekend. The separate bathhouse and shower was an added treat and we loved meeting doggos Buttercup and Dragon as well. It was about 37 minutes to downtown Nevada City. We would stay here again!
Annie V.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2023
Tent · Group trip ·
"Tanks" for the stars on off-grid
Great spot for camping, Samantha was a super nice and accommodating host, and she provided excellent directions to a great river spot nearby
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Daniel A.
2 reviews
Recommends
· August 2023
Wonderful & remot deep in the woods
35 ft campervan ·
"Tanks" for the stars on off-grid
I had exactly the experience I was looking for at this Hipcamp. I wanted several days to work remotely in the woods where I could sit outside all day in the middle of nature instead of in a city at home at my desk. My ATT mifi got two bars which was enough for me to call into meetings with video off and work online.
Before and after work I took long walks (plenty of trails and dirt roads) and saw coyotes, jackrabbits and lots of bird life. (There are also bugs and mosquitoes so don't forget your repellent!) The tanks campsite is dry but my solar panel worked to charge what I needed but when one of my inverters blew, Samantha was kind enough to let me charge my laptop overnight at her place.
The property is a family compound with the campsite in viewing distance of the structures but far enough away to where you feel total privacy. A little walk down the hill to the compound takes you to a quirky bathroom building with flushing toilet and shower, both free for campers to use. At one point or another, I met everyone in the family and they were all kind, enjoyable and respectful of my privacy.
This is a quintessential Hipcamp where you get the wonderful, real experience of country living and camping along with hosts who good people and care about the land and your time on it. I definitely plan on coming here again. It was wonderful.
Reece J.
14 reviews
Recommends
· June 2023
Quiet comfortable and peaceful. A bit off the beaten path. 4legged welcome committee for bonus points.
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Heather L.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2023
It was a beautiful space among the trees. The wooden tables and chairs made the space convenient and cozy. I appreciated having access to drinking water on the campsite!
Samantha was a considerate and friendly host who made us feel welcome. I would definitely stay there again.
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Annelise M.
5 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2022
A peaceful, welcoming camp spot off the beaten path, with a warm shower and lovely bench to kick back and look at the stars. I slept so well and enjoyed connecting with the helpful owners as well!
Anne Christina M.
11 reviews
Recommends
· September 2022
Tent · Group trip ·
"Tanks" for the stars on off-grid
Great spot for tent camping! Super friendly hosts and sweet sweet dog! The stars were amazing. The little bathhouse had a shower and everything was clean. Beautiful spot, would stay again. Only a 35 min drive from town and some great river spots are on the way. We were able to get through the dirt road in a small car, though 4 wheel drive would be a good call if you have one.
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Carly C.
5 reviews
Recommends
· August 2022
Tent · Group trip ·
"Tanks" for the stars on off-grid
Samantha’s property was beautiful and about a 45-minute drive to great swimming spots along the yuba. Very peaceful and safe with clear directions, and Sam and her family were so friendly and welcoming. Recommend bringing bug spray for the evening & morning hours but overall we had a wonderful stay and would stay here again!
Marina D.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2022
Best of all worlds. The clean water spigot was a godsend and the nearby bathroom and shower felt like such a. Luxury for what otherwise was off grid camping. The site felt private and off grid at night, no lights to interfere with the amazing stargazing.
Martina S.
12 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2022
Tent · Group trip ·
"Tanks" for the stars on off-grid
Sarah's land was beautiful & a 30-min drive from South Yuba River and a 60-90 min drive from Lake Tahoe. I enjoyed the nature escape and was even able to hang a hammock! Highly recommend it if you're in the area.
P.S. Buttercup was very fun to play with!
Precious L.
4 years on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· June 2022
18 ft campervan ·
"Tanks" for the stars on off-grid
This place is beautiful and far off the beaten path. We had a lovely night but be careful of the poison oak surrounding the camp sites.
Michael F.
6 reviews
Mixed feelings
· June 2022
15 ft campervan · Group trip ·
"Tanks" for the stars on off-grid
Host is charming, her vision for her land laudable and her efforts seasable but her house surrounded by a dozen junk cars and visible from the camp conflicts with it, sadly. I'd recommend it only to someone looking for complete solitude, to think, read, write or meditate as there is otherwise nothing much to see or do without driving quite a bit from the camp. So perfect for a very quiet,
private and peaceful retreat in nature only.
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Stephane B.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2022
Beautiful, Safe, Peaceful Campsite
Tent · Group trip ·
"Tanks" for the stars on off-grid
Samantha was there to greet me when I arrived and she is so sweet and helpful. Her place is in a beautiful forested nature setting that feels so Safe, Peaceful & Quiet. I had plenty of space to myself, clean water to drink, the option of a shower & toilet not too far away, I had everything I needed & thoroughly enjoyed my stay😊
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Jennifer C.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2022
Very simple no nonsense spot, great for fires, great little bathroom and shower. Really good value for the price.
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Daniel S.
4 reviews
Location
Nevada City, Nevada, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Samantha H.
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