- Muir Beach
Hipcamp's 50 Favorite Places to Camp in the US
Named one of Hipcamp's favorite places to camp in 2025.
Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
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6 sites
High demand
Dome Meadow Campsites
94%
(171)Hike-in access only
Toilet
Potable water
High demand
Upper Meadow Campsites
98%
(44)Hike-in access only
Toilet
Potable water
Quail Hill Tent Camping #1
100%
(19)Short walk to site
Toilet
Potable water
Quail Hill Tent Camping #2
100%
(11)Short walk to site
Toilet
Potable water
Quail Hill Tent Camping #4
93%
(7)Short walk to site
Toilet
Potable water
Quail Hill Tent Camping #3
80%
(5)Short walk to site
Toilet
Potable water
Reviews
95% Recommend274 ratings · 170 reviews
Recommends
· July 2026
Slide ranch is a beautiful space and so much to explore! All our needs were met for basic cooking and bathroom/ water! You can’t beat the location! A few things to note: the campsite is slated for 15 sites and thankfully it was just us and 2 other lovely families but had it been 15 tents it would have been crowded and zero privacy whatsoever which defeats the beautiful nature. Additionally it’s pack in pack out however whoever manages the site did not return the compost bucket so there was so space for scraps at site. Finally and most importantly there is poison oak lining the short hike to the site. It is marked but it is not cut back and despite long sleeve and doing everything to not come in contact with it it is not covering 25% of my body as it is incredibly to just brush off from backpack or clothing onto body so please be aware (and site managers consider cutting it back from trail)
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Hasha V.
6 reviews
Recommends
· July 2026
Tent ·
Upper Meadow Campsites
Camping at Slide Ranch was awesome! Fantastic views, clean shared areas and bathroom and a sense of remoteness that's hard to find in bay area camp grounds. i will definitely be back!
Mathew E.
2 reviews
Slide ranch exceeded expectations, and we already knew it would be awesome! The views of course are amazing but we also enjoyed the wildlife (fox, deer, quail), and a cold plunge down at the beach during low tide in the morning. Perfect spot to spend the night on our bikepacking tour through Marin!
Caitlin F.
47 reviews
Amazing views, excellent site. But pack lightly because the walk from parking to site is long and rocky path, so it’s better to avoid bringing many items or heavy stuff. The wagons they provide are really helpful but being a wagon cart if you have one. Loved the beach and tide pools.
Dalton L.
3 months on Hipcamp
Slide Ranch sits in such a beautiful stretch of Coastline. Our daughter loved visiting with the chickens, ducks, and goats- and the gardens are beautiful too. The dome meadow is spacious and the dome kitchen is a cool place to have a meal. All around great site to take kids
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Zack N.
4 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2026
Awesome spot. Hike in ok w / provided wheel barrells
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Richard S.
10 reviews
My 9 year old and I were first time campers at this remarkable location. It was everything we dreamed of! After a slightly challenging, 15 minute hike with a wheelbarrow provided for our gear we were able to pitch our tent overlooking spectacular Muir Beach. We encountered so many species of wildlife both on our hikes and trips down to the rocky tide pools below. There is plenty of drinking water and soap for handwashing. Loved every moment and would definitely recommend this magical location!
Susan A.
2 months on Hipcamp
We loved tent camping at Dome Meadow. Cooking was easy in the Dome. Views are beautiful of the ocean. The wheel barrows are helpful for carrying gear down. There are some nice trails down to tide pools, and the goats nearby are charming.
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Kylie S.
2 years on Hipcamp
You can’t beat the view from this campsite. While it was hard work carting our gear from the parking lot to the site, we were incredibly grateful for the wheelbarrows provided by the Ranch. My advice: pack as light as you can! We stayed on a Thursday and Friday night and only shared the area with one other family each evening. It truly felt like we had the whole place to ourselves. We spotted plenty of deer and diverse bird species on the nearby trails, not to mention all the animals at the Ranch itself. The absolute highlight was visiting the nearby tide pools, where we enjoyed the beauty and sounds of the ocean up close. The Dome at the campground was perfect for food storage and prep. The weather dictated our meals: we ate breakfast and dinner inside the Dome to stay warm, and enjoyed lunch outside at the picnic tables under the lovely sun. Heads up to fellow planners: the Dome has plastic bins for washing dishes and pots. While there is a sink with drain pipes, there is no traditional running water. Instead, they provide large water jugs with attached faucets. The setup also includes four burners for cooking, a kettle, shelves for your food containers (plus extra bins if you need them), and cleaning supplies. We’ve camped all over the country, and this place stands out as one of the most unique and special. We would definitely come back!
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Rena H.
5 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2026
Tent · Group trip ·
Dome Meadow Campsites
The view is exactly what it looks like! It was very beautiful and peaceful. The hike towards the campsite felt more like less than 10 minutes; it was very easy! The dome had a stove which was easy to use as well.
No showers. Just a portable potty, but it was decent and not too dirty. There’s handwashing right out the portable potty which was good!!
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Alice J.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2026
Tent ·
Upper Meadow Campsites
Tent camping at the upper Camp at slide Ranch was sublime. I look forward to going back again and again.
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Kenneth S.
2 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2026
Tent ·
Upper Meadow Campsites
The hike is not hard, but you will want to pack light! I was able to enjoy myself with my tent, food, and sleeping gear. The picnic tables and tent with the rainfly off took care of the rest! Absolutely beautiful views. Pictures do not do it justice. Overall, very serene and quiet. Saw a mom and two fawns hopping around on the trails each day. Highly recommend this campsite and I hope to come back someday!
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Taylor S.
3 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2026
Tent ·
Dome Meadow Campsites
The views from this campsite where amazing. My son and I were able to pitch our tent close enough to the edge of the campsite that we were able to view the ocean from inside the tent. While there were other campers everyone was able to space their tents far enough apart to still feel private. We were able to hike down to explore the tide pools and hike all the way up to the Muir Beach Overlook all on the same day. Mt. Tamalpais is also just a short drive away which was nice.
Outside of the initial messages and directions, there was no contact with the host. This wasn't an issue though because the directions and instructions were clear both in the messages and on signage when you get to the property. Some of the other campers there were friendly and also helped provide some direction as necessary. We didn't get a chance to use the stove in the Dome because we had brought cold lunches but when we went in to store our stuff a young couple had just cooked a meal that smelled delicious. (so it was clear the stove worked)
On one of the nights it was extremely windy so be prepared with some type of ear plugs if you are a light sleeper. The following night was totally quiet so it really just depends on the day.
Andres M.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2026
Tent · With kids ·
Dome Meadow Campsites
Our 3.5 yr olds first camping experience!! Truly breathtaking. We went with three other families from his class and spent time down at the tide pools. Make sure you try to pack light! You need to bring in your gear via wheelbarrow for 15min pathway up and down but it is worth it! P
Kaley D.
9 years on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· July 2026
The site is beautiful and dome facility for cooking a nice feature. There is a trail down to the ocean front that is beautiful at sunset.
The compost toilet was not working and finding a private spot to pee is a bit of a challenge. Also, there were no lighters for the stove so bring your own lighter.
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Jane G.
4 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2026
Tent ·
Upper Meadow Campsites
Amazing location and site - easy hike/walk in from the parking lot.
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Dan R.
6 years on Hipcamp
We loved camping at Slide Ranch! The views - both when foggy and sunny - are amazing. The ranch and surrounding trails were a lot of fun to explore. Some of the goats let us pet them which was great. Beyond the ranch animals, we saw a lot of wildlife - pelicans, hawks, chipmunks, deer, lizards, and most amazingly, a pod of humpback whales! Bring binoculars to better catch the whales breaching. We would happily come back.
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Elena D.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2026
Tent ·
Dome Meadow Campsites
simple and serene camp spot with beautiful views and nice trails down to the water and around the hills. easy access to the dome kitchen to make morning coffee was a bonus. lovely stay, would return!
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Maddy C.
3 reviews
Recommends
· June 2026
Gorgeous! Lucky us to get some sun ☀️The walk to the beach is beyond compare. My kid enjoyed the animals
Liz J.
5 reviews
Recommends
· June 2026
Tent · With kids ·
Upper Meadow Campsites
Amazing spot. The view was spectacular. The dome exceeded expectations and was a cool bonus. Lots of stuff to do and see between the farm, the animals, the trails and the tidepools.
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Tanya R.
2 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2026
Beautiful spot! We are Marin locals and this was our first time camping at Slide Ranch. We went with a few other families with young kids and everyone had a good time. The walk in was do able for kids aged 2-6 and we brought a wagon to carry our stuff given the limited number of wheelbarrows. I'm glad we did because other campers who had arrived earlier did not bring them back to the trailhead after use, and it would have been nearly impossible to get all of our stuff from the parking lot to the campsite without a wagon or wheelbarrow. The outhouse was locked while we were there, so that was unfortunate. Ticks were rampant and we found several on our kids and ourselves so keep that in mind. The dome was well equipped and I was happy to have a spot to leave our trash overnight to ensure unwelcome critters didn't get into it.
Karia Y.
10 years on Hipcamp
Beautiful place, definitely pack light. We took our two kids and did not so the wheelbarrows really came in handy. Definitely got our steps in. Site is about 10-15 minute trek to the bluff and it is totally worth it. The path down to the water, the yurt, cushy grass, the handwashing station was very nice. One downfall was it said there was a compostable toilet and it was “closed” for the season. That would have been nice to know as it is quite the trek to relieve yourself if you are shy about going in a bush. Also, there was a bunch of poison oak so didn’t want to “go” in nature as much. Be prepared. Amazing spot and will definitely go again.
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Kelly N.
4 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2026
Tent · With kids ·
Dome Meadow Campsites
Incredible view and a short walk to cool tide pools! I came with my eight year old and she loved it too. We’ll be back!
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Warren W.
10 reviews
Mixed feelings
· June 2026
Tent · With kids ·
Dome Meadow Campsites
Pluses: Great view! Fun with kids! Convenient to have a 4-burner stove available to share. Possible to book such a great site not far in advance! Quietly neighbors- not a party scene. Sound of waves at night.
Minuses: Very crowded - 15 tents last night in a small space. Composting outhouse was closed, so people left tp in nearby bushes instead of walking 5+ minutes to port-a-potties. Far to haul your water and gear. No fires allowed.
Overall: Really enjoyed it for one night, but it’s not for everyone.
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Christine U.
3 months on Hipcamp
The campsite toilet was always closed. I can’t find any toilet from the slide ranch until the next day.Along the trail heading to the beach you can see many humans and animals feces.It is bad experience.
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Yong W.
2 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2026
Tent ·
Upper Meadow Campsites
View was gorgeous and it was close to Muir Beach overlook (about 2 miles out and back from campsite). Would go back again to camp!
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Alyanna D.
6 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2026
Tent ·
Dome Meadow Campsites
Nestled just around the corner from the Golden Gate Bridge, Slide Ranch somehow felt peaceful and secluded despite being only a short drive from San Francisco. Having access to water and the extra amenities in the Dome made the stay even better. I’d highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for a unique getaway
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Michael B.
3 reviews
Recommends
· June 2026
Tent ·
Dome Meadow Campsites
The campsite is beautiful. There were multiple parties on the meadow, so it was quite full but not crowded. Definitely not a secluded stay, but the other campers were respectful and easygoing. Be prepared with ear plugs since this is a popular location for families with babies and young children.
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Meridith A.
4 reviews
Loved the location and the campground. There's a big open space where the kids enjoy playing and plenty of room for all the tents. Sea views from the campground. Nice dome with cooking facilities. Short walk down to a rocky Beach for exploring and you're a one mile hike to Muir Beach overlook. Half the families had kids. I was a bit worried about the walk from the car park to the campsite, but it's an easy enough 10-minute walk, the kids did it no problem + there was plenty of wheelbarrows to help make the Trek. Worst case on the morning we left I had to walk to the car park to pick up a wheelbarrow and walk back, which was easy. The kids enjoyed the location, the field to run around in and the walk down to climb rocks on the beach. Really enjoyed it. You're right on the coast and close to everything. For example, 20 minutes to Muir beach and from there you're close to all things Marin and San Francisco. Would return
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Eamon F.
6 reviews
Mixed feelings
· June 2026
Tent · With kids ·
Dome Meadow Campsites
The site is clean and has a beautiful sea view which is great. But the toilet is closed and no running water on site, which is quite inconvenient. And the distance between parking lot and the site is about 10minutes one way with up and downs, which is not easy for family with small kids.
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Kim W.
3 years on Hipcamp
Location
Muir Beach, Marin, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Slide Ranch 5.
Joined in March 2019Response rate: 100%Response time: Within 5 hours
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