6 acres hosted by Catherine L.
2 RV/tent sites
Near Channel Islands National Park
Within a 30-minute drive from the Channel Islands Visitor Center.
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Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
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The FORD
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93% Recommend70 ratings · 56 reviews
Recommends
· June 2025
20 ft campervan · With kids ·
Beloved FORD Tractor (Creekside) !
What a great site! Catherine was very accommodating and made us feel at home. The site has a great mix of shade and sun, plenty of space, and areas to explore.
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Heather H.
1 review
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· June 2025
7 ft travel trailer · With kids ·
Beloved FORD Tractor (Creekside) !
Such a wonderful and gracious host. Her property is so beautiful and was more than I could have asked for. My son had such a wonderful experience on the ranch with the animals. We will absolutely be back
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Justyn V.
2 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2025
Catherine is an awesome host! Largest campsite I've ever stayed on, beautiful sounds of birds by day and frogs by night. Bathroom setup was perfect. No shower, but they do have running water and a porta potty.
10/10 will be back if we are in the area. The camp dog was a bonus!
Connor S.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent ·
Quiet Soledad
Very clean and quiet space for some good relaxing time in nature. Will definitely come again. Excellent communication by host. Great spot for lake and ocean fishing. The domestic and wildlife were such a cool thing to wake up to. Thanks again!
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Ruby L.
3 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2025
16 ft car ·
Beloved FORD Tractor (Creekside) !
Loved our stay at the FORD campsite. Private, nice ambiance of toads and creek water running, plenty of shade, running water, a toilet, and a couple tables. Will be back!
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Keaton L.
2 reviews
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· May 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Beloved FORD Tractor (Creekside) !
We loved tent camping on Catherine’s ranch! Our group was 3 mothers (and one father) and 3 toddlers in 3 separate cars, so finding a site to accommodate all of us was very difficult. Catherine had no problem. We all fit with room to spare at FORD Tractor Site.
It was all the way at the end of the property so it was private and cozy. We are sure to come back soon :)
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Dylan O.
2 months on Hipcamp
Beautiful place to camp by the creek! Catherine was a very helpful host!
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Grainne M.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Beloved FORD Tractor (Creekside) !
Truly amazing time at Catherine’s site. Plenty of shade, near the creek. The kids loved seeing the chickens and horses! Highly recommend for families
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Michael S.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· March 2025
19 ft campervan ·
Quiet Soledad
We had a great stay! Easy to find the campsite, loved being by the stream and there was so much wildlife and nature. Quiet site for a good night of sleep and we even heard owls after the sun went down! Beautiful area and we felt safe as well. Was happy that there was a water spigot and clean port a potty. Would love to spend more time here sometime.
Kristen C.
12 reviews
Recommends
· March 2025
18 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
Quiet Soledad
Great location, the creek was nice to sit next to and watch the birds.
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Brian J.
6 months on Hipcamp
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· October 2024
21 ft campervan ·
Quiet Soledad
Catherine was very nice and hospitable, thank you for having us last minute!!
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Austin N.
3 years on Hipcamp
It was an amazing place. I enjoyed listening to and seeing horses, chicken, and many frogs. The creek is very close and about 2-3 feet deep. I'd enjoy visiting again.
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Melissa P.
1 year on Hipcamp
I picked this camp because it said dogs were accepted. I read the reviews that said the property owner had a dog but kept it away from the campsites if there were other dogs. Upon arrival we were given a welcome letter stating their ranch dog is friendly with people but not other dogs and asked that we keep ours on leash or in the car and to not introduce our dog to the hosts dog. I had just finished setting up the tent, when the host left the property and left her ranch dog out loose. It came to our site creeping slowly towards my dog that was on leash. It appeared to be stalking my dog and we were very unsettled at what may happen. I called the host, she came back to secure the dog but didn’t say a word to us. Not feeling safe, we packed up instantly and left to find somewhere else last minute during X Games weekend at Ventura Fairgrounds. The host refunded our money.
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Patti K.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2024
Perfect with kids
24 ft Class C · With kids ·
Beloved FORD Tractor (Creekside) !
Wow. What can I say about this place! It is close to Ojai and the ocean but far enough away that you feel remote. The land around you and the rushing creek is a perfect view. But the best part are the animals on the farm. Our kids fed the chickens and horses with Katherine, and she even shared some of her fresh laid eggs with the kids. It was a magical stay and we will definitely be back!
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Carissa L.
2 reviews
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· July 2024
16 ft car ·
Quiet Soledad
Great location close to town. Host was extremely hospitable and communicative. The horses were so special! Thank you!
Eleena B.
6 years on Hipcamp
Catherine is a very down-to-earth individual who's overal character and aura is extremely hospitiable. I went on a whim and sent Catherine a millon questions when I was looking for the most isolated, quiet, and serene spot next to a bed of water; and to my benefit, she was more than understanding. Even more, she was so kind that I felt comfortable sharing a part of my story and bonding with her -- which is not common with someone as eccentric and off the beaten path as I am. Overall a great spot under the care of a very kind person. 10/10 would recoomend if you're a fan of the sound of water at night, an orchestra of frogs, and stars no city guy is accustom to.
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Mad J.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
22 ft Class B ·
Quiet Soledad
Excellent location by a creek in a natural surrounding and great host.
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Alan M.
11 reviews
Recommends
· June 2024
Tent · With kids ·
Beloved FORD Tractor (Creekside) !
Peaceful property alongside a creek with farm animals. Ample space at the campsite. Cathy was very hospitable. We would stay there again!
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Joanna G.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
Tent ·
Quiet Soledad
Cute little farm camping with horses, a creek, wildflowers! Catherine made us feel at home! With a short drive to the coast. Perfect little camping paradise for us ☺️🏕️🌈🐶🪵
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Keely L.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
Beautiful and relaxing
20 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
Beloved FORD Tractor (Creekside) !
This is a lovely spot. Plenty of space for our 20' trailer.
Ojai Is a few minutes up the road but we really enjoyed sitting by the creek watching the birds.
Barney D.
1 year on Hipcamp
A wonderful spot, peaceful and relaxing. Perfect for exploring all Ojai has to offer. Catherine and Roma were great hosts!
Dan S.
4 reviews
Recommends
· April 2024
We had such a lovely weekend at Rancho de Granville - camping by the rushing creek, hearing a frog chorus in the evening, and stargazing! Catherine was very responsive and friendly. There were plenty of shaded areas and accommodations to make us feel comfortable. A perfect getaway close to Ventura and Ojai!
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Emily L.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2024
Tent ·
Quiet Soledad
Quiet, nice stream on the property, easy access, friendly and hospitable host.
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Tom A.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2024
Tent · With kids ·
Beloved FORD Tractor (Creekside) !
This is a nice property next to a beautiful creek. The owner was very helpful and attentive to our needs. The campsite was large and accomodated several tents. The site is within earshot of the road, but the sound of the creek balances out the ambiance. Close to activities and Ojai for a fun day of exploring. We enjoyed our stay.
Amy Y.
2 reviews
Recommends
· March 2024
19 ft travel trailer ·
Quiet Soledad
We loved our stay. Very private, right on nice creek. Can't wait to stay here again
Bobby B.
3 reviews
Recommends
· November 2023
20 ft campervan · With pets ·
Beloved FORD Tractor (Creekside) !
Peaceful creek side sleeping. Puppy approved. I’ll be back!
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Anthony A.
3 reviews
Recommends
· October 2023
Magical experience, incredible host
Tent · With kids ·
Beloved FORD Tractor (Creekside) !
As we reflect on our weekend tent camping on Catherine’s land, our family can’t decide what it was that was most special about the experience: the horses that our kids got to pet and feed each morning and afternoon, sleeping to the sound of water rushing by in the creek, or Catherine herself. All of these came together to make our weekend magical. The Ford tractor site was generous in space, flat and open, and well equipped. We were comfortable and thoroughly enjoyed our time. But Catherine’s hospitality - taking our kids and showing them the chickens and even letting them collect an egg, telling them about the horses, and just giving them a taste for the place - is what took the experience over the top to memorable. Catherine, in our kids you have lifelong fans and future helpers for your animals and land! Thank you for making our stay amazing.
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Nikki K.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2023
Creek-side Beauty
16 ft car · With pets ·
Beloved FORD Tractor (Creekside) !
A perfect escape from the city! Tucked back in a secluded corner of a small horse farm, you set up camp next to a flowing creek, a beautiful old oak tree, and of course - a charming, broken down, rusty, old timey Ford tractor. The site is spacious and includes an outdoor sink, a picnic table with chairs, and a kitchen/prep table. Catherine also offered a gigantic tent if needed (I didn’t use but it looks very new and spacious maybe 8-10 people). Great for visiting Ojai, which is just down the road. Over all a very peaceful and relaxing stay.
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Cael S.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2023
Delightful
21 ft travel trailer · Group trip ·
Beloved FORD Tractor (Creekside) !
Superb stay at the Ford Tractor! Creek side with the frogs and crickets and rushing water was a delight. And Catherine was a gracious and generous hostess, really cared about our experience. Bravo all round!
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Stephen R.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2023
Camping Near The Creek
16 ft car · With pets ·
Beloved FORD Tractor (Creekside) !
This ranch was so welcoming and fun! Our 6 y/o daughter loved getting to feed the horses, pony, and chickens in the morning! We had a great time relaxing and enjoying the peace and quiet. We will definitely return to visit Ms. Catherine; she is an absolute gem!
Vince M.
4 years on Hipcamp
Location
Oak View, Ventura County, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Catherine L.
Joined in November 2019Response rate: 100%
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