Sagewinds Farm High Desert camp

Hosted by Ellen · Jacumba Hot Spring, California

2 sites · RV, Tent

98%

309 reviews

Amazing views

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Family-friendly

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Sagewinds Farm is the first certified organic white sage farm in the world. Located in the high desert of San Diego county, between 3500 feet and 3800 ft. this beautiful 40 acres features caves, massive boulders to climb, views, flat land and privacy. At night the stars are magnificent and the milky way is visible...there are meteor showers several times a year. Permanent residents in the barn are the 2 mini horses to visit and four wonderful dogs. The nights are always cool and usually below 60% so be prepared to sleep well, even if the days are hot. There is almost always a breeze and sometimes a wind, so bring your kites. There are visiting animals that past thru and could include, coyotes, bobcats, Coatis, foxes, rabbits, quail, hawks and mountain lions. There are also some snake and lizards. We do have rattlesnakes. To make up for the rattlers we offer two flush toilets! Camp on the healthy, beautiful and first Certified Organic White Sage Farm in the World. I like to tell people that this is sacred land and it is. Come see the magnificent boulder formations. Come for the quiet. Come for the stars. Remember that the Jacumba Hotel Hot Springs and restaurant is 5 minutes away and the food is exceptional. The place to heal Beautiful high desert,(3500') with boulders, boulder mountains, caves and views. Rolling southern California terrain, home to all kinds of birds and wild life. Camp on top of the mountain, or camp in a cave or anywhere in between. See the Milky way on most nights, all have incredible stars. 40 acres. Visit our the little town of Jacumba Hot springs down the road. Exciting things are happening there. The Jacumba Hot Springs Hotel, really good food, organic produce, and of course the Water! They offer day passes. Weekend music events at the Hotel or the The Old Bathhouse where you listen under the most incredible stars. Bazaar at the Bathouse the first Saturday of the month. This is the prettiest property in east county! And the healthiest! It is a Certified Organic White Sage farm. This is the old west! Come in the spring for the wild flowers on the land. Come for the dark skies. Come for the very occasional snow. Most definitely come for all the Meteor showers.. You can see the Milky way on most nightsCamp on the healthy, beautiful and only certified organic white sage farm in the U.S. The place to heal from pandemics. High desert,(3500') with boulder mountains and views. Rolling southern California terrain, home to all kinds of birds and wild life. Camp on top of the mountain, or camp in a cave or anywhere in between. See the Milky way on most nights, all have incredible stars. 40 acres. Explore for indian artifacts, visit the Jacumba Hot springs down the road. Plan a large gathering for the meteor showers... This is the prettiest property in east county! and the healthiest,it is a White Sage farm.This is the old west! Come in the spring for the wild flowers on the land. Come for the dark skies. come for the very occasional snow.

RV details

Campervans and Cars allowed

Vehicles under 6 meters allowed

No Caravans, Fifth wheels, Caravans, Camper Trailers, Motorhomes, Campervans, and Motorhomes

Ask about caravan/motorhome access types

Ask about slideouts

Ask about surface type

Ask about surface levelness

No electrical connection

No sewage connection

No water connection

No TV connection

Ask about generators

What to expect

RV/tent site

Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.

6 guests max per site

Toilet available

Flush toilet. Toilet and sink available 24/7 in barn.

Pets allowed

On leash. Male dogs must be neutered. Dog can run loose at camp sight or hiking ..property has 5 other dogs.

No campfires

very dry high desert.

Potable water available

Spigot, hose, pump or well

Bins available

Trash bin. for big trash items a dumpster outside the gate, for little trash items, trash cans.

Picnic table present

No showers

there are numerous hose outlets for outside showers.

Cooking equipment absent

No wifi

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 1:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 6 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 4 vehicles

During your trip

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Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

ExtrasAvailable at checkout

Propane fire ringrental

$15.00

propane fire ring, the $15 is for the propane.

Brush the miniature horses experience

$0.00

guests can brush and walk the miniature horses

climb our mountainexperience

$0.00

climb to the top of our mountain, explore the caves..this is sacred land,native American land.

Reviews

98% Recommend441 ratings · 309 reviews

Ellen's campsite offers a unique blend of natural beauty and homely charm. Campers appreciate Ellen's warm hospitality, the picturesque views, and the opportunity to explore the surrounding rock formations. Many visitors are delighted by the presence of mini horses and friendly dogs, adding an endearing touch to their stay. However, some guests have noted that despite the serene setting, the distant hum of freeway noise and occasional barking dogs can intrude on the tranquility.

Summary AI-generated from real reviews

Not recommend

· July 2025

Not private

Keep dogs away from campers as to not ruin the experience of going camping and trying to enjoy what we came for.

Alex L.

1 month on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· June 2025

Tent · With pets

Really cool property that Ellen will proudly show you around. The options for climbing on rocks are limitless. I do just want to point out that overall it's not super secluded - you've got freeway noise and dogs barking. But if you want rocks and night sky, this is a great little fix.

Paul S.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· June 2025

Ellens Sage Farm

Tent

Its Ellens world and you get to experience it. Camping is raw but the nature is special. I will return. Cheers

Sam C.

2 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· June 2025

3 m campervan

We loved the beautiful landscape and Ellen’s charm!

Shelby N.

1 month on Hipcamp

Recommends

· May 2025

3 m campervan

Beautiful land and views; great hiking adventures from camp and enjoyed host Ellen's green thumb sage fields and flowers and the two ponies. Such a great stay. Loved the boulder mountains - beautiful sunrise hikes!

Christian P.

8 reviews

Recommends

· May 2025

Tent

Ellen has a magical property and space in a sacred area. I appreciated her tour and background so much. The camping site was great, and I did little hikes around the property that filled my cup up. I would definitely recommend to anyone! Easy to pair with Jacumba hot springs hotel day pass as well :)

Kelsey C.

2 reviews

Recommends

· May 2025

Tent

Kind hosts provide a private, beautiful, and tranquil location for tent camping.

Teresa P.

3 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· April 2025

This place is the best <3

Tent · With kids

This land is so special and sacred!! There are so many little nooks to explore. I return to this sweet little sage farm every year, and I'm so appreciative of Ellen's hospitality & spunk. It is also very close to the new Jacumba Hot Springs Hotel.

Nikki B.

6 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· April 2025

Perfect San Diego getaway

Tent

10/10!! Ellen’s organic farm is an oasis and we are so lucky that she allows folks in to experience its magic. Solo camped here and felt totally safe and comfortable the whole time. Will be back soon ❤️

Clarissa C.

6 reviews

Recommends

· April 2025

Tent · With kids

This location was phenomenal ❤️ the views, hiking, everything was fantastic. I brought my three children, and we all had an amazing time.

Stacy K.

4 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· March 2025

Tent

We loved camping on Ellen’s land. On arrival we were greeted by Ellen, the two mini horses, and three dogs, then got a tour of the property and the various camping options. The property is beautiful and we would definitely come back on a future trip!

Mc Kenna M.

4 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· March 2025

Tent · Group trip

Fantastic spot and stunning views! Host was very sweet and passionate about her place. It made it extra special!

Martha F.

2 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· March 2025

Tent · With pets

great views. there are only two camp sites for a large property, so it feels very private!! the trail walking area is lovely.

Sara S.

5 months on Hipcamp

Not recommend

· March 2025

Disappointed

Tent

The host, Ellen, was unavailable to interact face to face for personal reasons, so I was greeted by two neighbors who were helping her. While they were initially friendly, I found some of their comments off-putting. One asked about my nationality, and another, upon hearing I was from LA, responded with, “I’m sorry about that.” I know people love to hate on LA, but it felt unnecessary to say that to a paying guest. I can’t imagine someone appreciating that kind of remark about where they live. How would they feel if I said the same thing to them? I booked this Hipcamp because the listing mentioned that you could see the Milky Way most nights, but unfortunately, this wasn’t the case for me. I visited during a new moon with mostly clear skies, but the Milky Way wasn’t visible to the naked eye due to light pollution. My stargazing app and long-exposure photos confirmed it was there right it in front of me, but because of the horizon’s flashing lights and other light pollution, it couldn’t be seen without a camera. I walked around the property hoping for a better view, but the light pollution remained an issue. The property itself is beautiful, but for me, the combination of the social interactions and the lack of expected visibility of the Milky Way made it not worth the visit.

El T.

6 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· February 2025

Great!

Tent

Love this special place. Will visit again! What a view!

Keith N.

5 reviews

Recommends

· February 2025

Tent · With pets

Ellen's place is magical and she is a gem. We had a great time camping on her beautiful property and exploring the town. Thank you Ellen!

Matt F.

3 reviews

Recommends

· February 2025

Tent

What a unique and special place Ellen has. She is a welcoming host and spent time with me showing me around. The sage farm is so fragrant and the view from my campsite just awesome. Thank you Helen!

Carol S.

3 reviews

Recommends

· February 2025

6 m campervan

What an incredible place!!!!!! Look no further!!!! Ellen is a treasure Amazing views; the property is breathtaking. Lower site perfect for a van; upper site is tent heaven ❤️❤️❤️

Carolyn C.

3 reviews

Recommends

· January 2025

Tent

awesome property and really interesting rock formations. thanks ellen!

Laura A.

2 reviews

Recommends

· January 2025

Tent

A great camping spot to enjoy the desert sunset and embark on short hike around the property. It was very conveniently located close to Jacumba Hot Springs. The miniature horses and sage farm on the property were a bonus as well! Ellen was very friendly and helpful upon arrival and everything was as described. Renting the propane fire ring was great on a cold night. Will stay again!

James B.

5 reviews

Recommends

· January 2025

Perfect getaway!

6 m campervan · With kids

We arrived and were greeted by 3 very friendly dogs. knocked on Ellens house, she came out promptly and gave us a tour and some history about the farm. We stayed in the open area by the sage farm and the miniature horses corral. We got to pet the horses and the dogs kept coming by to say hi. The night sky was like a dream! The stars were very bright! We felt like we were in the planetarium. The nights were pretty cold. It's currently the beginning of January. The views were very nice. We were surrounded by mountains topped with boulders. There's plenty to explore. We will definitely be coming back!

Juan P.

6 reviews

Mixed feelings

· December 2024

Amazing place

Tent

The land is amazing , the owner is nice and I appreciate the artwork that is scattered .

Austin P.

8 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· November 2024

Tent

The camping experience I had at Ellen’s ranch was phenomenal. Our initial nerves were put at ease because Ellen was a very welcoming, friendly and humorous host. I would recommend camping here and packing very warm!

Isaac B.

8 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· October 2024

Tent

The property is beautiful, accommodations great, but most importantly Ellen was an absolute joy. She made sure that I had everything that I needed, knew my way around the property, and had great recommendations for Jacumba nearby. Can't recommend enough!

Devon M.

2 reviews

Recommends

· October 2024

Fantastic stay, great view, awesome

Tent

What a fantastic stay! This place is very special and I would highly recommend it - especially the high camp. Ellen gave us the tour of both campsites, her amazing work with tie-dye, the miniature horses, and the sage. She was very inviting And I will surely be staying here again.

Mike R.

4 reviews

Recommends

· October 2024

Can’t wait to go back!!!

Tent · With pets

I spent two nights solo car camping here. It was amazing! I was far enough away from everything that it was incredibly private, yet close enough that I could easily knock on Ellen’s door if I needed anything. The scenery was beautiful, especially the stars! Ellen was a wonderful host and after showing me around made sure I was free to find her if I needed anything. Other than a couple brief interactions I was completely alone which is exactly what I was looking for! I’ll definitely be returning!! If you are able to, make sure you climb Ellen’s mountain. It’s not the easiest hike and it does require some scrambling over boulders but 1000 % worth it! The views and natural scenery were unbelievable from the vantage point!

Lindsay A.

10 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· October 2024

Beautiful sacred land

Tent

My boyfriend and I came out to camp and celebrate our 2 year anniversary. We had an amazing time on this beautiful property. Fell in love with the dogs and mini horses. Ellen is a breath of fresh air, it was a joy to visit with her! We will be back to celebrate my 40th with friends. I also plan to bring my kids at some point. It’s a great property for all walks of life!

Jessica M.

5 years on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· September 2024

Tent · With pets

Camping here was so healing and relaxing. We stayed in September, but were told in the Spring the flowers near the barn will take turns blooming. You can purchase organic white sage products or tie dye clothes from Ellen. The sage smells amazing! There are 2 campsites. The one up the hill will allow you to watch the sunset and in my opinion has better views. It’s also closer to the hiking trails and the must visit cave with a hammock inside. Something about that cave was so magical and it kept us cool on a hot day. We also found a rock to lay on at night to watch the stars. One downside is you can still see and hear the traffic all night long. There also isn’t much flat ground to camp on so space is limited. The other site is behind the barn. There is much more room to camp here as the space is more open. The campers here said they heard a lot of coyotes at night, but no traffic noise. Both sites have flushable toilets within walking distance. You can park your car next to your campsite. Ellen has 4 dogs and 2 mini horses. A couple dogs and coyotes came to visit us during the night. Luckily we had our dogs sleeping safely in the car. Dogs are allowed off leash as long as they come on command. We kept our dogs on leash on the trails in case of rattlesnakes (thankfully we didn’t see any). The hike up the mountain will require you to climb up a rope and it can be easy to miss the trail markers, but the view at the top is beautiful.

Melanie O.

10 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· September 2024

5 m campervan

Beautiful setting, very private & great hosts. Loved visiting the animals that live there

Nathan S.

9 reviews

Recommends

· August 2024

5 m car · With kids

Such a unique and quaint spot. We Tesla camped and had a canyon surrounding us. Made it intimate and truly epic. Will definitely come back to visit again. Ellen is a great host. Be sure to ask about her tie-die collection!

Christopher D.

2 reviews

Location

Jacumba Hot Spring, San Diego, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking