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94% Recommend123 ratings · 82 reviews
Once Upon A Ranch offers a mixed camping experience with both positive and negative elements. Campers appreciate the friendly host and the unique farm setting complete with animals, which adds charm to the stay. However, some visitors have noted that the grounds could use more maintenance, and noise from nearby parties and passing trains can disrupt the peace. Overall, while it may not suit those seeking complete tranquility, it does provide a distinctive camping atmosphere with a bit of rustic flair.
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Recommends
· July 2025
Nouae was great. Very nice, easy going, and accommodating. He gave us a tour of his land, and was more than ok with us roaming around free and checking out the animals. The site was perfect, bathroom was super clean. Would definitely come back.
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Neven M.
1 review
Not recommend
· July 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Site 6 - RV Dry Camping and Tent Campout
Felt like the photos oversold this place. It’s basically a dry, dust bowl with some fire pits on it. No soft grass or anywhere I would want to set up my tent for a comfy camp out. Host was nice enough but this is bare bones dirt, some bushes, thorns, and rocks
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Nathan S.
6 years on Hipcamp
Not recommend
· June 2025
Off the main road.
Tent · With kids ·
Site 1 - RV Dry Camping and Tent Campout
The ranch atmosphere was nice. I appreciate what they are trying to do and opening up their place for strangers. But I found a lot of scrap metal in the area I parked, it was down a very unpleasant road where I was followed at one point ( just wanted to note) also the ranch was beautiful at night besides the party going on, on a nearby property that was pretty loud.
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Tiffany L.
3 reviews
Mixed feelings
· June 2025
Review for Once Upon A Ranch – 3/5
Tent · With kids ·
Site 8 - RV Dry Camping and Tent Campout
We recently stayed at Once Upon A Ranch and found the experience to be okay, but it didn’t quite deliver the relaxing camping vibe we were hoping for.
The campsites themselves were decently sized and had potential, but the grounds felt a bit unkept. There were a lot of weeds and the grass was rough, dry, and overgrown in areas, which made it less comfortable for camping or even just hanging out around the site.
The biggest downside, though, was the noise. Reggaetón music and loud partying from a nearby house carried on until 3:00am, which really took away from the peaceful, nature-oriented atmosphere we were expecting. We didn’t get any sleep and contemplated leaving during the night. If you’re looking for a quiet retreat under the stars, this may not be the best fit.
The host was nice and the train tracks behind can be a nice touch. But should be considered by potential campers as it passes roughly every 30 minutes into the night and can be rather loud. We personally liked watching the train pass. Although, if you are looking for peace and quiet this may not be the right site for you.
Overall, the location and setup have potential, but a little more maintenance and better noise control would go a long way toward making this a more enjoyable and relaxing destination.
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Dustin S.
6 reviews
Peaceful, great site spot, beautiful sunrise and sunsets.
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Kristie H.
3 months on Hipcamp
Beautiful sunset, peaceful and the host was wonderful. Perfect spot for those looking to get away without a ton of other campers around.
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Pat L.
3 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Site 6 - RV Dry Camping and Tent Campout
Great spot accommodating host. No complaints at all
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Evan T.
1 month on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
Beautiful isolated no frills. Kind
Beautiful isolated no frills. Kind host. Not alot of shade, but a cool spot.
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Miles M.
3 reviews
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Site 8 - RV Dry Camping and Tent Campout
Nice setup! Bathrooms are great, friendly host, good separation between sites. My kids loves seeing the animals.
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Kevin O.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Site 8 - RV Dry Camping and Tent Campout
It’s a nice farm. Kids had a great time. The host is super nice. You can see the trains come by which is beautiful at night under the stars. I recommend renting a E bike . It was fun riding around the farm.
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K M.
11 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2025
Nouae and his daughter were wonderful hosts. Even though we had crazy weather, we had a nice relaxing time. Large sites, nice bathrooms, and we really liked the goats and pigs.
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Laina S.
3 years on Hipcamp
We had a great stay at one upon a ranch. Check in instructions were clear and the host, Nouae was really helpful. He even helped jumpstart my car when I killed the battery. Bathroom was clean. Was very windy but that’s out of anyone’s control!
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Heather W.
2 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2025
Great camping: good amenities.
Tent · Group trip ·
Site 1 - RV Dry Camping and Tent Campout
The campsite is pretty good, there are many around. Nouae also helped us a bit with standing up our own tent. Very hospitable host! The restrooms were clean and tidy.
The wind was a bit strong but not enough for us to pack up.
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Vivek P.
2 reviews
Loved watching the sheep and goats! Hosts respected our privacy!
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Natalia H.
4 months on Hipcamp
Tent camped for one night on Nouae’s land. He was such a nice, welcoming person. We got there late around 11:00 pm and had no problem finding our spot thanks to the wide stretch of outdoor lights and the thoughtful navigation we received from the host. We enjoyed hearing the train in the distance. Seeing the train pass by in the morning was very serene. Roosters woke us up, but we liked hearing them. Bathroom was super accessible and close. 10/10 would recommend this spot and would totally stay again!!!
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Sami A.
3 months on Hipcamp
Large open field with multiple sites with water, picnic table, and fire pit. Great host. Communication and hospitality was top notch.
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Ben S.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
Camping under the stars. AWESOME!
Tent · With pets ·
Site 1 - RV Dry Camping and Tent Campout
Daughter was headed home from Bodega Bay and stumbled upon this place because we wanted one more night of camping before home. We loved the open grass feel and dark skyline. Stars were amazing and it had a cool vibe with the trains going by at night. It didn't bother us one bit. It actually felt like we were watching something from YouTube. Definitely be back!
Pho M.
3 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
Wonderful stay at Once Upon a Ranch
Tent · With pets ·
Site 4 - RV Dry Camping and Tent Campout
We had a great time camping at Once Upon a Ranch! The host was incredibly welcoming and made sure we had everything we needed—truly top-notch hospitality. The campsite itself is huge, with plenty of open space to spread out and relax. It felt peaceful and private, with a beautiful ranch vibe.
There’s a flushable bathroom nearby the site, which was a nice surprise for a more rustic site. They also provide a picnic bench, which came in handy for meals and hanging out.
One of the highlights was getting to see all the farm animals! They have a cow, sheep, pigs, a turkey, ducks, and lots of chickens that roam freely but stay in their area. It really added to the charm of the experience and was especially fun for animal lovers.
A couple of things to note: it can be a bit noisy at night, with trains passing by and honking, plus the occasional barking from neighboring dogs or early morning chicken chatter. It didn’t bother us too much, but light sleepers might want to bring earplugs.
Pro tip:
Bring a canopy because there’s not much shade from the sun since it’s open land.
Bring your own drinking water. The water on site is unfiltered groundwater used for irrigation, so it’s not meant for drinking.
Overall, this is a great spot for anyone who loves open space, a farm setting, and warm host vibes. We’d definitely come back!
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Berman L.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· February 2025
This land is a real farm, lots of animal noises, early until late, so if you’re okay with real country living, it is great. I was the only camper, in February, and enjoyed the experience. Nouae had nice firewood too.
Tracy H.
2 reviews
If you’re looking for a quiet respite along your journey — this is NOT it! the folks were very nice, but unfortunately there is an extremely loud train that runs all hours of the night right along the edge of the property. and there’s also at least 50 chickens that will start screaming far before dawn.
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Ben H.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· December 2024
This was an amazing spot to camp with wide open park to look at stars with no light pollution and the best part was to watch amtrak trains passing by from campground.
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Shubham S.
2 reviews
Recommends
· November 2024
Pastures & Distant Rolling Hills
Off the beaten path, I’m a good way! It was quiet, remote, and still close to town (about 12-15 minutes) Host was good to check in digitally and give all of the info I needed. Beer drinker? There a very nice brew house down the street with indoor/outdoor seating and gas fire pits. There’s a great set up for a fire in your site as well.
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Jason N.
6 reviews
Mixed feelings
· October 2024
The host, Nouae, and his community were very nice!
We just happened to stay during a busy time for the ranch (their Harvest Festival and Halloween event) so there was a lot going on - a lot of people, constructing, and equipment that we were not expecting. Directions to the sites were not clear once we reached the main house.
The site itself was nice. We enjoyed the fire pit and out dog loved the open field where she played.
Fortune G.
6 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
Nice host. Mostly quiet area. There's a train that comes by quite often but it's really quiet so it's not really bothersome.
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Daniel B.
2 reviews
We loved the open land and having farm animals around. For us, the train added charm, and so did the roosters. The directions were clear, but we were glad to arrive before dark.
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Andrea N.
10 months on Hipcamp
What a fab spot! The host was friendly and helpful. Communication was great. The site is clean and safe and bathrooms were lovely. We loved all the animals too. Would recommend.
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Janina S.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2024
Nouae’s camp spot was just what we needed for the night. Spacious sites with tables and a clean bathroom with running water, and fire pits too. Woke up to a wide sky sunrise, and watched birds and the farm animals. Quiet spot, really convenient for camping in the Dixon/Vacaville area! It’s a little tricky to find but our host gave great directions and met us at the driveway to find our site and get us settled. Recommend!
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Lisa K.
11 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
Such a lovely peaceful spot. Whether you are a sunrise or sunset fan, you get a show both ways. The hosts are hospitable, flexible and gracious. The cast of animals is delightful too.
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Jennifer B.
11 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
We were welcomed upon arrival and the tent site was very clean. We enjoyed meandering the property and interacting with the goats, sheep cows chickens and even the neighbors horses. The cute bathroom shed was a welcomed amenity, and we appreciated the delivered firewood too. It was an easy location with nearby shopping, and definitely provided insight on rancher life.
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Amanda S.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
This was a nice stopping spot on our trip. The host was friendly and it felt safe
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Scott L.
5 reviews
Location
Dixon, Solano, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Nouae V.
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