Sacred Earth Retreat (SER)

I spent a beautiful and peaceful night at SER! While the driving instructions to get to the site were clear and accurate, it was a bit challenging to navigate and I kept worrying I'd missed the turn so, just keep going! The site was beautiful and well-kept and the ridge up top was magical at sunset.

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· September 2026

Tent ·

Gorgeous spot! From Ben Lomond, it's a nice 10 minute drive into the woods, then another 10 minutes up a gravel road deeper into the woods. A few other sites here and there, and signs for Sacred Earth Retreat are well marked. Highly recommend!

Mixed feelings

· September 2026

Great camping, terrible access road

Tent · With kids ·

The SER campsites are beautiful and tranquil. We camped with friends at Goddess Grove, which had ample space for our tents, a lovely seating and hanging out area in the middle of the clearing, and felt very relaxing and enveloped by nature. The facilities (e.g. porta potty) worked fine and the main parameters of the camp (no fires, no potable water available onsite, pack all trash out with you etc) were well communicated by the hosts. The one thing I wish I'd known more about in advance is the access road. Getting to the campsites requires about two miles of slow (5-10 mph) driving on a VERY rough, steep one-lane gravel road. There were a couple of slopes that took multiple tries to successfully ascend due to the steepness of the incline and the looseness/slipperiness of the gravel surface, and we saw other campers have the same difficulty. The loose, rough gravel is actually a danger to your car's undercarriage if you don't have a 4x4 designed for off-road use. We got pebbles stuck in our brake rotors that made an awful screeching noise and we were worried our brakes and/or steering would get damaged. As it happens we managed to get them out without damage to the car, but it was an unsettling experience. I wish the listing had had a clearer warning about the quality of the road.

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· September 2026

great !

Tent ·

exactly as advertised ! Helpful and friendly host ! Would recommend to friends and i hope to return in the future !

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· September 2026

Tucked way up in the woods!

Tent ·

Lovely land and sweet site. Lots of nice touches showing care and thought of preparation. I was solo at T4 for 2days, seeing only one Family arrive late and leave in the morning and a motorcyclist when I was making my way out for the day. I did not expect the considerably remote gravel road but my Prius handled it. I appreciated the quiet and felt safe on the property.

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· August 2026

Tent ·

Beautiful location and awesome campsites! Everything is very clean and wandering the property makes for a really lovely evening :)

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· August 2026

Wonderful

Tent ·

The host was very kind and super responsive in helping me find the site. It was a truly serene and beautiful place and will be coming back again hopefully sooner than later.

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· August 2026

Tent ·

Perfect spot and wish I could have spent more time here! Arrived late and left early so I can’t say much other than to recommend it. Thank you

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· August 2026

Tent ·

Had a great time camping at the retreat! Recommend it to those coming from the Bay Area for a weekend getaway :). Bring bug spray and positive hiking vibes, def checkout Loch Lomond! The drive on Love Creek Rd is a bit long but you should be able to find it by following the written instructions, we were able to use my car (2wd suv) to get up and things were all good (except for the last minute puncture I got after leaving sadly, thank the lord for Costcos warranty)

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· August 2026

Tent ·

One of the best camping experiences I ever had! Great property. Well maintained. Good communications.

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· August 2026

Tent · Group trip ·

Beautiful space, a little pricey in high season compared to state parks but genuinely worth it for the serenity and incredible redwoods

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· August 2026

Magical forest getaway

Tent ·

This felt like being in alone in the middle of the forest. In campsites up and down California this is the first place my kid hasn't been able to hear ANY road noise - just the wind and birds in the trees. There was a group in another site, but the trees and the spacing meant we couldn't even see them most of the time. Exactly what I was looking/hoping for. The road in was a little stressful bc I'm a city girl in a little Kia, but the directions were super clear and we had no problems at all. Everything is super thoughtfully maintained. Absolutely recommend

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· August 2026

Tent · Group trip ·

This was a great experience! A lot of soace between sites, beautiful redwoods, a great view of the stars on top of the hill, and some cool places to explore.

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· August 2026

Tent · With kids ·

We loved camping at this quiet spot surrounded by the redwood forest! The description was accurate and the provided instructions made it easy to find it there.

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· August 2026

Tent · With kids ·

Very clean campground. Great shade during hot weather. Has trails on property to explore.

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· August 2026

A wonderful stay on site T2

Tent ·

We stayed at site T2, and it was perfectly prepared for our tent. This campground offers the perfect balance of being immersed in nature while still providing thoughtful comforts. The towering redwoods and beautiful forest made our stay unforgettable. Even though the neighboring campsites (T1 and T3) were occupied, we still felt a surprising amount of privacy. It was peaceful, relaxing, and a wonderful place to enjoy the beauty of nature. We would definitely love to come back!

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· July 2026

So peaceful

Tent ·

SER was the escape I didn't know I needed!! The drive there was pretty good for no GPS. Every time I'd get to point of needing guidance, a small SER sign was there to guide me to the right place. Getting there it was very clean and each spot was marked with a parking spot and camp site. Once settled it was so peaceful to listen to nature and be surrounded by the huge redwoods. I went exploring and found little signs along the short marked hiking trails. 10/10 recommend walking to the top to see a beautiful view of the surrounding area. I would definitely recommend bringing a lot of lights, I ended helping a camper that didn't bring any. At night time there are quite a few critters out and about. I heard howling and an owl hooting, smelled a skunk nearby my tent, and ran into a family of deer when I went to the top to view the stars. They have a wonderful big area for bigger camping parties and the smaller sites were perfect for solo campers or couples. Bathroom spots are clearly marked and actually clean! I would highly recommend this spot for a quick local get away that makes you feel like you are further away than you actually are.

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· July 2026

Tent ·

Tent camping at SER was amazing! Lovely lovely forest, very private, and very primitive. Tent sites are well-kept. There was even toilet paper available in a bucket in the toilet area. I would camp there again!

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· July 2026

Secluded and well maintained.

Tent ·

The site is well maintained. It is listed as having no potable water, yet there were two huge water jugs nicely propped up by the port-a-potty and by the picnic table. Much appreciated!!! We were not sure which site was ours - we just saw two sites near a picnic bench and camped in one. The tent sites were well flattened as shown in the pictures. I would have needed help finding the other if those were full. The host is very nice to say text us for anything, but there is no cell service there. The winding road to get there takes about 15 minutes from the fire station and you really need to drive slowly. It's a beautiful surprise when you arrive and you are completely secluded in redwoods.

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· July 2026

Tent ·

Beautiful site with amazing access to Santa Cruz and the redwoods. The hosts are kind and easy to work with as well. 10/10 would recommend!

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· July 2026

Tent ·

The campsite and bathroom facilities were well taken care of. We were not too close to other campers at our site and the surrounding trees made the stay feel cozy and private. The scenic overlook was great! The trees kind of blocked the view but you could still see the colors of the sunset which we appreciated. Super great spot and we hope to be back!

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· July 2026

Tent ·

Gorgeous secluded campsite on a stunning property! Enjoyed the privacy and views. Gabe who lives on and tends to the property was kind and welcoming :)

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· June 2026

Tent ·

Excellent night in the redwoods! Highly recommend this getaway!

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· June 2026

Redwood Sanctuary

Tent ·

Beautiful beyond belief! Clean sites, great to set up my tent in

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· June 2026

Tent ·

Glorious! Can’t wait to return. Our site was well cared for, it was beautiful, quiet

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· June 2026

Tent · Group trip ·

We loved our stay at SER! The site was beautiful and well maintained, port-a-potty was so clean, and we didn’t find the mosquitoes to be overwhelming even though we were warned about them. (Definitely bring bug spray, though.) So serene and completely silent at night. Thanks for a great weekend!

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· June 2026

Perfect little get away

Tent ·

I loved camping at Sacred Heart Retreat! I was only there for two nights and I wish it could have been more! I stayed at the tea for two campsite and it was perfect for a solo traveler like myself. It’s very secluded and peaceful which is exactly what I needed. The grounds were lovely to explore. I would absolutely stay again!

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· June 2026

Tent · Group trip ·

Really nice campsite, we loved exploring the land and the ridge at sunset

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· May 2026

A wonderful place

Tent · With kids ·

Stunning views, would love to return! Easy tent camping in a beautiful forest.

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· May 2026

Fantastic campsite

Tent · With kids ·