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Private Honey Island Russian River

Hosted by Matt · Forestville, California
20 guests max
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6 reviews
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Welcome to Honey Island — the only private island inside the Russian River, and one of the most unique camping experiences in all of California Wine Country, Redwoods and Russian River. Wade across to your own island sanctuary surrounded by the living Russian River. By Memorial Day the crossing is typically knee-deep. By August? Barely your ankles. Getting a little wet is half the adventure. The Island Honey Island is a true bird sanctuary. Eagles, hawks, owls, herons, and ducks nest near here. Coho salmon, bass, and trout swim the channels on both sides. Sea otters make regular appearances. This is nature at its most alive — and it’s all yours for the night or week. Set up camp in the heart of the island with space for 4 tents. Swimming holes on both sides of the river range from knee-deep wading to over your head in early summer — perfect for floating, swimming, and just being in the water all day. The Property For larger groups (15+) additional tent space is available on the Great Lawn Annex on the main property — just across the small channel, close to amenities. Amenities include: • Weekly-serviced porta-potties • Fresh well water • Cooking grills • Fire pit Best Visited: May through September. The island is most accessible and the river most swimmable during summer months. What to Bring: Tent, sleeping bag/pad, water shoes, cooler, headlamp, biodegradable soap, and pack-out bags for your trash. This is a pack-in, pack-out property — leave only footprints. A note on the vibe: This is a place for families, solo, couples, and friend groups who want to unplug and reconnect with nature. Think Tom Sawyer floating a raft downriver — not a festival. We want you to have a great time; just keep it mellow and respectful of the wildlife. One group at a time, always. Parking is limited to a small number of vehicles — please confirm before bringing more than 5 cars. Sorry, NO PETS, of any kind on the property (we have resident wildlife to protect and our own shy pup, Miles Dewey Davis, on site). Thank you for understanding. Wine country, redwoods, and the Russian River — all right here.Welcome to Honey Island — the only private island inside the Russian River, and one of the most unique camping experiences in all of California Wine Country, Redwoods and Russian River. Wade across to your own island sanctuary surrounded by the living Russian River. By Memorial Day the crossing is typically knee-deep. By August? Barely your ankles. Getting a little wet is half the adventure! The Island Honey Island is a true bird sanctuary. Eagles, hawks, owls, herons, and ducks nest near here. Coho salmon, bass, and trout swim the channels on both sides. Sea otters make regular appearances. This is nature at its most alive — and it’s all yours for the night or week. Set up camp in the heart of the island with space for many tents. Swimming holes on both sides of the river range from knee-deep wading to over your head in early summer — perfect for floating, swimming, and just being in the water all day. The Property For larger groups additional tent space is available on the Great Lawn on the main property — just across the small channel, on the great lawn. Includes: • Weekly-serviced porta-potties • Well water • Cooking grills • Fire pit Best Visited: May through mid October. The island is most accessible and the river most swimmable during summer months. What to Bring: Tent, sleeping bag/pad, water shoes, cooler, headlamp, biodegradable soap, and pack-out bags for your trash. This is a pack-in, pack-out property — leave only footprints. Vibe: This is a place for families and friend groups who want to unplug and reconnect with nature. Think Tom Sawyer floating a raft downriver — not a festival. We want you to have a great time; just keep it mellow and respectful of the wildlife. Currently booming only one group at a time. Parking is limited to a small number of vehicles — please confirm before bringing more than 5 cars. Sorry, NO PETS, of any kind on the property (we have resident wildlife to protect and our own shy pup, Miles Dewey Davis, on site). Thank you for understanding. Wine country, redwoods, and the Russian River — all right here. Level One - Gated parking and porta potties. Miles Davis and Julie. Level Two - Great Lawn. BBQ grills. Fire pit. Camping sites. Seating. Level Three - Honey Island, camp sites, Russian River.
Rig suitability
Vehicles under 16 feet allowed
Allowed rigs: campervans, cars, truck campers, and rooftop tents
Pull-in site
Surface type: Loose Gravel
Surface levelness: Flat
No class A RVs, class B RVs, class C RVs, pop-up campers, travel trailers, fifth wheels, and toy haulers
Doesn't accommodate slideouts
Water hookup available
On-property hookup
No electrical hookup
No sewage hookup
No TV hookup
Generators not allowed
What to expect
Short walk to site
Parking isn't available at the site. You will park a short distance away and walk to the site (1-5 mins)
RV/tent site
You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.
20 guests max
Campfires allowed
Firepit, communal
Toilet available
Portable toilet, composting toilet. NOT on island! Back at basecamp.
No pets
Sorry, no pets allowed ANYWHERE on property.
Potable water available
Pump or well. NOT At island. Back at basecamp.
Picnic table present
NOT at island. Back at basecamp.
No showers
Bathe in river or stream. You won’t get cleaner water than the river! Jump in!
Pack it out
Pack in/pack out. No garbage on site. Please have a light footprint!
Cooking equipment absent
BBQ Grill
No wifi
Laundry absent
Hot Tub absent
No playground

Things to know

Getting there
Check in: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Check out: Before 11:00 AM
Late check-out may be available
On arrival: Meet with Host
Cancellation policy: Super Strict
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 6 months out
Park at listing
No wheelchair access
Max 5 vehicles
2WD accessible
During your trip
Leave it better
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Private Honey Island, Russian River

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Welcome to Honey Island — the only private island inside the Russian River, and one of the most unique camping experiences in all of California Wine Country, Redwoods and Russian River. Wade across to your own island sanctuary surrounded by the living Russian River. By Memorial Day the crossing is typically knee-deep. By August? Barely your ankles. Getting a little wet is half the adventure! The Island Honey Island is a true bird sanctuary. Eagles, hawks, owls, herons, and ducks nest near here. Coho salmon, bass, and trout swim the channels on both sides. Sea otters make regular appearances. This is nature at its most alive — and it’s all yours for the night or week. Set up camp in the heart of the island with space for many tents. Swimming holes on both sides of the river range from knee-deep wading to over your head in early summer — perfect for floating, swimming, and just being in the water all day. The Property For larger groups additional tent space is available on the Great Lawn on the main property — just across the small channel, on the great lawn. Includes: • Weekly-serviced porta-potties • Well water • Cooking grills • Fire pit Best Visited: May through mid October. The island is most accessible and the river most swimmable during summer months. What to Bring: Tent, sleeping bag/pad, water shoes, cooler, headlamp, biodegradable soap, and pack-out bags for your trash. This is a pack-in, pack-out property — leave only footprints. Vibe: This is a place for families and friend groups who want to unplug and reconnect with nature. Think Tom Sawyer floating a raft downriver — not a festival. We want you to have a great time; just keep it mellow and respectful of the wildlife. Currently booming only one group at a time. Parking is limited to a small number of vehicles — please confirm before bringing more than 5 cars. Sorry, NO PETS, of any kind on the property (we have resident wildlife to protect and our own shy pup, Miles Dewey Davis, on site). Thank you for understanding. Wine country, redwoods, and the Russian River — all right here. Level One - Gated parking and porta potties. Miles Davis and Julie. Level Two - Great Lawn. BBQ grills. Fire pit. Camping sites. Seating. Level Three - Honey Island, camp sites, Russian River.
Short walk to site
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
No electrical hookup

Reviews

100% Recommend7 ratings · 6 reviews
Recommends
· June 2026
Tent · Group trip ·
Private Honey Island, Russian River
We loved camping on Matt’s land right by the river! Exactly as advertised and very easy to get to. Matt was very friendly and accommodating. Will definitely be back soon.
J
Justin R.
2 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2026
Tent · With kids ·
Private Honey Island, Russian River
Matt was a very responsive host, very accommodating and my kids and I had a great time! The area is clean and beautiful.
A
Aviva L.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2026
Tent ·
Private Honey Island, Russian River
This was such a special stay! Great for a weekend along the river with multiple levels to either view the water or be right on the water. The hosts were very welcoming and explained the property thoroughly. Will definitely be coming back!
J
Jessica P.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2026
Amazing spot on the river
Tent · Group trip ·
Private Honey Island, Russian River
This place is a great getaway for camping and swimming in the river. Matt was very helpful and accommodating to our needs.
B
Brad C.
10 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2026
Tent · Group trip ·
Private Honey Island, Russian River
Camping on Honey Island was the highlight of my Memorial Day this year! This is a wonderful and sprawling property with AWESOME river access and a delightful little island. According to Matt’s post, we came when the river is at its strongest, but crossing it was very manageable. Incredibly tranquil and Matt is super friendly and responsive. Gave us a ton of great food recs in town. We had a delightful time dipping in and floating down the river, definitely a great spot to relax on a hot summer day. Great for big groups, highly recommend this listing. Will be back ASAP!
M
Michael S.
2 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2026
Amazing spot for families
Tent · With kids ·
Private Honey Island, Russian River
Amazing island and responsive host! Be prepared to walk up a down a hill to the review but your campsite is great. There is room on the parking side of the river if you don’t want to get wet in the middle of the night going to the bathroom. Amazing little spot with some flow and the kids had run riding the “rapids”. There is a little beach with some sun to hang. Matt is still working on amenities and stairs to the river but this place is awesome as it is. BBQ and chairs for watching the birds. Lovely. A MUST STAY! We’ll definitely be returning.
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Amy B.
5 years on Hipcamp

Location

Forestville, Sonoma County, 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 Matt Y.

Joined in April 2026

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