Stargazing @ Moonrise Ranch
11 acres hosted by Mary & Katherine S.
Activities
Biking
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Mountainous
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99% Recommend169 ratings · 138 reviews
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· July 2022
Tent ·
Camping at Moonrise Ranch
I had an absolutely wonderful, relaxing time on Moonrise Ranch. Tons of communal spaces despite having virtually the entire property to myself. The hosts were incredibly attentive and welcoming! I loved laying in the hammocks, checking out the horses, and spending quality time outdoors. Would highly recommend a trip out to the Ranch!
Foster D.
3 years on Hipcamp
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· June 2022
24 ft travel trailer ·
Camping at Moonrise Ranch
We went camping with a coupe of friends who rented the Huntress tent while we were camping with our trailer. Mary and Kat's property is just amazing! They put a lot of effort in creating a very special place: the communal tent is beautiful, super comfy and has a lot of games for a fun evening, the kitchen has everything you need and more, the bathrooms are super clean and cute and the shower is just paradise after a day of hiking! The Huntress tent is so beautifully decorated, the bed is a real bed and is very comfortable and the deck is just perfect for a morning coffee or a yoga session. It is also very nice to have the horses and the chickens around : )
There are many beautiful hikes right across the property ( We did Cactus Spring trail, loved it!) and the cute village of Idyllwild is a short 30 minutes drive.
On top of that, our host was super welcoming (even though we checked in super late) and cool. We will definitely be back !
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Efi H.
5 years on Hipcamp
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· June 2022
With pets ·
Mountain View Huntress Tent
Great spot! My dog and company loved it! Loved that my dog could roam off leash and we made friends with others staying there! A very memorable Memorial Day Weekend!
Melissa K.
2 reviews
Absolutely loved staying here! We were traveling through and booked a last minute stay. The owners kindly accepted our request and we couldn’t be more thrilled that they did. The experience at the ranch is definitely one of a kind and has such great energy. There was a communal spot to hang out, read books, play the guitar, or just watch the animals across the way. So many different amenities like the communal outdoor kitchen, full working luxurious rustic style bathrooms, an outdoor and indoor shower, a cowboy pool, hammock hang and a bunch of stargazing beds throughout. I loved how they had treats to feed the horses as well. I would highly recommend coming here and we will definitely be back! Thanks for having us Moonrise Ranch!
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Trisha A.
3 reviews
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· May 2022
Beautiful place! Dogs here like roaming around to protect the safety of residents, all the animals here are friendly to people. We enjoy feeding animals here! This is definitely a good place to embrace nature!!
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Shaw X.
3 years on Hipcamp
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· May 2022
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9 ft travel trailer ·
Camping at Moonrise Ranch
The land is so beautiful and well taken care of. We were able to park our camper on a great private piece of the property. The animals are so fun to visit with and honestly we packed very little because between the kitchen and the beautiful bathroom/shower there was no need.
Christen D.
6 reviews
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· April 2022
Tent ·
Camping at Moonrise Ranch
We had a fantastic time staying at Moonrise Ranch! The site is beautiful and incredibly well maintained. We had tons of options for lounging about and admiring the animals! The night sky was truly spectacular, and watching it unfold after a beautiful sunset was the perfect way to spend our evening. Thanks Mary and Katherine!!
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Phillip M.
2 reviews
Stargazing at Moonrise Ranch was wonderful, all of the outdoor camper amenities such as kitchen, shower, and communal seating area are filled with delightful artistic touches and are very functional. The assortment of farm animals are entertaining. I slept tent-less on a full moon night, very beautiful, embracing the stargazing and moonrise experience. .
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Jeffrey L.
2 reviews
Mary's land and craftsmanship are unparalleled. The views we're unbeatable and every little detail was accounted for down to the custom light fixtures in the bathroom. And all for a good cause!
Mason S.
9 reviews
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· March 2022
Great place to have an outdoor adventure. Cute kitchen and bathroom. Bring extra food and snacks. Be sure to keep food and snacks tight in a cooler. It snowed when we stayed and it was so beautiful. Love the communal area. Good place to stay to detach from the world. Great and friendly hosts
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Jacqueline A.
4 reviews
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· February 2022
Tent ·
Camping at Moonrise Ranch
Camping on Mary and Katherine’s land was great. The outdoor kitchen and bathrooms were a huge plus! Running hot water, also a plus. Grounds were nice and we had a really great time there! Definitely wanna go back soon!
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Adriana C.
5 years on Hipcamp
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· February 2022
My husband and I loved the vibe on Mary & Katherine's land! The BOHO tent was spacious and gorgeous. The friendly hospitality made us feel welcomed. They provided all of our basic needs & we really enjoyed the farm animals on the land! It was the perfect little getaway for my husband and me!
Desiree W.
3 years on Hipcamp
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· November 2021
Mary was a fantastic hostess. Such a great couple of nights and my kids loved playing with the dogs, feeding the chickens.. really good amenities: clean, convenient…
Thank you Mary!!
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Kameel F.
3 years on Hipcamp
Katherine & Mary's ranch is my favorite place to hang with amazing animals, wake up with the warm wind through my tent, and enjoy the relaxed vibe of life above 3000ft.
Moonrise are always upping their service game. Every time I stay in Pinion Pines I just can't help to relax and feel welcome.
Ben R.
4 reviews
We had an amazing stay here! This was our first dispersed camping experience and having the option of having amenities close by along with the beautiful vibes made our stay absolutely perfect.
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April E.
3 years on Hipcamp
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· September 2021
We have a great stay!
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Gil C.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2021
Amazing experience with wonderful amenities. Mary and Katherine were gracious and friendly hosts. The stars at night were absolutely breathtaking. Highly recommend!
Adam U.
2 reviews
Amazing site! Very spacious with great views of the sky!
Very nice hosts. Very clean facilities.
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Victor C.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2021
What a perfect night! This property is so well maintained and way better in person than in photos! We set up camp right in the back of the property. So much space and quiet time. The kitchen, bathroom, and safari tent were an absolute blessing.. especially if you are looking for an easier camping trip under the incredible stars. Great hike right across the street. The hosts are totally there to support in any way! Thanks for having us and sharing your dream.
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Brooke W.
3 years on Hipcamp
If you are wondering if you should book or not this place… let me help: DO IT. This place is AMAZING. I have no difficulty believing that everyone left a 100% review note. We were suppose to only stay two nights, but we stayed for one more! We didn’t want to leave. The owners clearly take good care of the place and also the animals. It was one of our highlights of our road trip!
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Stephanie C.
4 years on Hipcamp
This tent is so comfortable, it's hard to believe you're camping when you're inside but then you step out and you're surrounded by wilderness and gorgeous mountain views. We loved our stay, Mary & Katherine were great hosts and went out of their way to make sure we had everything for our event. Can't wait to come back!
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Todd A.
2 reviews
Moonrise Ranch is a magical place, we rented the Huntress Tent for an event and couldn't be happier! The pictures don't do it justice - the views are incredible and the land has a serene tranquility that cameras can't capture. This tent specifically feels private yet close to amenities. We loved our stay, Mary & Katherine were great hosts and went out of their way to make sure we had everything for our event. Can't wait to come back!
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Todd A.
2 reviews
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· June 2021
Great stay and awesome property!
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Lauren C.
4 years on Hipcamp
Moonrise Ranch was SUCH a beautiful, creative, and interesting space. We were warmly greeted by the host who walked us around the space and showed us how to use the amenities. She even gave us free eggs (fresh from their chickens) to eat for breakfast. We loved chilling in the tub that was located in front of the airstream they’re putting together. We also really enjoyed the outdoor kitchen area and the bathroom + shower. We had the entire space to ourselves so it was nice to be loud and have a good time without anyone else around. Just be wary of the elements; it was super windy at night when we were there, so many of us had the sniffles. Other than that, such an awesome space and I highly recommend checking it out!
Cindy N.
2 reviews
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· June 2021
Great spot with lots of hiking nearby. Loved all the little touches aroind the property!
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Meghan S.
3 reviews
Wonderful hospitality. It was a really welcoming communal space where you were staying with the not nosy family members.
We saw the moon without light pollution. Heard the horses and roosters. I know it was crazy but we got to hear the coyote howls the first night.
Great first camping for us.
Cat W.
4 years on Hipcamp
This property checks all the boxes, has awesome location to hikes, roads are easy to drive on, and you still have cellphone connection, but most importantly it has a cowboy pool (bigger size one) that’s awesome! With the heat it definitely came in handy! Full kitchen and bath. Plus our door showers. And to end your night, amazing cute beds spread out the property to star gaze! Also super nice to wake up to chickens and their eggs for breakfast. They also do have ducks and horses.
Over all super nice and fun! Definitely recommend and would come hack.
Linda D.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2021
Both Mary and Katherine are welcoming and hospitable. Ton of amenities and animals to interact with! Great for primitive camping but also has options for less prepared campers
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Dane P.
2 reviews
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· May 2021
Group trip ·
Camping at Moonrise Ranch
Mary was such a gracious host, making us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. The place is magical, with 360 views of the surrounding mountains and plenty of nice pine trees to offer shade to our camp site. Can’t wait to go back!
Abigail S.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2021
The place is charming and exactly what you are looking for if you want to camp in the elements, but still have a touch of glamping. The hosts are very attentive and all the guests I met were nice. I will definitely be staying here again.
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Andrew M.
4 years on Hipcamp
Location
Mountain Center, Riverside, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Mary & Katherine S.
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