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88% Recommend56 ratings · 42 reviews
I loved camping out under the clear night sky and stargazing. The atmosphere was wonderful and Eric is a phenomenal host with an amazing vision. I will be camping here again.
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Timothy J.
2 years on Hipcamp
Road to area was not well maintained. Sustained damage to RV trying to get there. Gave up because host did not send email turn-by-turn directions as promised, and did not answer phone calls. His voicemail box was full. On exiting, he called because I left email before leaving, but it was too late.
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Tim G.
3 reviews
I recently had the pleasure of staying at a wonderful camping spot with a breathtaking view of snowy mountains. One of the standout aspects of my trip was definitely the exceptional host, Erik, who went above and beyond to make our stay unforgettable. He even lent us his telescope so we could stargaze at night!
What really made this camping spot special was the perfect combination of stunning natural beauty and privacy. Despite being close to nature, we felt secluded and had plenty of space to relax and enjoy the serene surroundings. The eco-friendly bio toilet was also a major plus, as it demonstrated the campsite's commitment to sustainability and minimizing their impact on the environment. Speaking of sustainability, Erik is actually working on a unique project nearby that focuses on sustainable living. It's definitely worth checking out if you're interested in that sort of thing.
Overall, I had a fantastic time at this camping spot and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful and environmentally conscious getaway. Many thanks to Erik for being such an exceptional host!
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Niina M.
3 reviews
The views of the sky are stunning, the remoteness of the place is stunning. You will love the pups. Make sure to follow the directions they will send you, definitely bring water.
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Benjamin D.
7 reviews
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· July 2022
Tent ·
Stargazing at Tranqvillium
Erik’s hospitality was wonderful. He brought us firewood after finding out we didn’t have any. We weren’t sure if we wanted to do the waterfall tour but he was very flexible offering to take us around our time preference. The surrounding things to explore were so fun! The night sky was breathtaking. This is in the open desert. No shade. He’s building a sustainable community so there are building materials around. If you want to wake up and open your tent to lush greenery this is not the spot. If you love hanging in the desert by night and exploring by day this was such a wonderful experience!
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Megan R.
2 reviews
Erik was a fantastic host; I had a great time at the waterfall and hot springs tour—definitely recommend doing them one after the other so you can get a good walk in before enjoying the swim at the waterfall and the hot springs later on.
I got so many lovely pictures of the stars, it’s one of the few times in my life I’ve actually seen the Milky Way.
The weather was nice, too. Only thing I’d say is it gets pretty windy especially at night, so make sure you bring appropriate shelter and heavy tent stakes that you can use to keep your tent from flying away :P
I’d love to come back again some time!
Manolo R.
4 reviews
Loved the air and open space to think! Great Hot springs for cleansing
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Clint F.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2022
Tent · Group trip ·
Stargazing at Tranqvillium
This campsite was so beautiful! Surrounded by desert and the mountains 😍 It was fairly windy when we got there but we were expecting that, the wind died down almost entirely at night and it was a beautiful and peaceful camping experience under the stars! The hot springs that Erik showed us to were so magical, and it was definitely the better call to go to them at night. Lots of dogs on the property and all of them so sweet and friendly:) everyone we met was so kind!
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Caris K.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· December 2021
Group trip ·
Stargazing at Tranqvillium
The whole experience was honestly really cool! The people living there are super friendly and nice. We unfortunately had to leave in the night due to high winds so definitely watch the weather before you book if you plan on tent camping. The hot springs are about 30 minutes away and it was so worth it to find!
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Rebekah Z.
2 reviews
Recommends
· October 2021
This is a great place to watch the star on a clear night . The host Erik was very accommodating and inviting. I recommend this place indeed .
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Christhian E.
4 years on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· August 2021
Group trip ·
Stargazing at Tranqvillium
This is a primitive camp site with no cover from the sun. Its a place to pull off and sleep.
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Jason C.
18 reviews
Amazing site and super friendly host!
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Danielle L.
6 reviews
Hosts are great/interesting/helpful, but know that this is located in a dusty part of the Pahrump Valley - the dust could be blowing (see other reviews), or just coating everything (like your gear and the cool lounge-y sofas). They are homesteading, so it has the feel of a construction site. Hipcamp's direction link ("Open in Google Maps") is wrong and takes you to a very sandy location nearby for which you'd better have 4WD. Directional challenge: there are no landmarks - it's the desert! Stargazing was okay, but the desert quiet & solitude are the best parts. Okay, quiet except for the nearby rooster farm. Who has a farm of roosters? That are on Eastern time?
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Jj M.
3 reviews
We stayed in our R.V. on the property and had a great time! Erik and Kortney are great! They are true modern day pioneers. We were very satisfied with the night sky viewing.
A sign with reflectors would have helped us to turn into the road to the property. (It was unfortunate that we arrived after sundown) We looked at the property via satellite image which helped us immensely since the property is in a rural location. Get gas in Barstow or Baker before making the last leg of the journey.
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Jane S.
4 years on Hipcamp
Arrived during a dust bowl in the area. Sandy Valley area has them often so keep in mind. Couldn’t get the tent up in such gusts, so we only lasted about 15 minutes.
Hosts seemed friendly. Communal living group in the desert.
Although we only technically reserved a patch of dirt for a tent, the site was a wreck. Just makeshift wooden housing surrounded by piles of lumber with old nasty couches I wouldn’t sit on.
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Doug W.
4 reviews
Eric and Kourtney were extremely hospitable. They have lots of firewood that’s available. The location is super quiet and peaceful.
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Natalie M.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· February 2021
It was great staying here :) real cool spot
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Ben U.
4 years on Hipcamp
A beautiful area and a great camp. Very close to the Tecopa/Shoshone area as well close to Pahrump
The area is very secluded but within an off the grid camp and a composting toilet. Always a plus.
The sunsets wee amazing, a 360 degree view. Mt Charleston, the Nopahs, and the serene Calvada area was insanely beautiful.
Jack C.
5 reviews
Recommends
· January 2021
Great spot for me and my gf to stay in our campervan! Kortney and Erik were very responsive and even provided unique directions based on where we're coming from. We still got a little lost in the dark and even got stuck in some sand on a nearby road, but Kortney and Erik's spot was exactly what we needed for the night
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Josef H.
2 reviews
Kortney and Erik were very welcoming! This was the perfect spot to see the stars! The site itself is not far from Vegas but far enough away to feel secluded. Loved the peace and quiet of the night. I would come again to get more amazing photos!
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Michael M.
4 years on Hipcamp
Beautiful and peaceful desert camping. The hosts, Kortney and Erik, are incredibly kind and helpful!! I'll hopefully find myself camping at Tranqvillium again sometime down the road.
-Stayed here one my way to Death Valley National Park.
Ryan S.
3 reviews
Booked last minute and Erik was still very accommodating and helpful. Had a nice time enjoying the campfire and stars and look forward to coming back
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Jason R.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· January 2021
My wife and I stayed here for several nights and had a great time. Death Valley campsites are closed due to COVID, and this spot is less than 2 hours away (the route to the park also passes through Pahrump, NV if you need to pick up any supplies, they have Walmart, Home Depot, etc). Site was spacious enough to give us privacy, and Erik was very accommodating. We brought plenty of firewood, but he checked in on our next to last day to offer more if needed. Would recommend!
Kevin L.
5 years on Hipcamp
There are no words to explain how much we loved this camp site and Erik's awesome hospitality. This is a diamond in the rough and the peace and quiet at night let's you be one with nature. Thank you Erik for the awesome experience and we look forward to visiting again very soon!
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Roseli T.
5 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2020
Group trip ·
Stargazing at Tranqvillium
My first ever experience camping, and I couldn't of chosen a better place. Erik, the host, is extremely friendly and helpful. He uses the site for constructing a self sustainable housing project, with the camping sites on the outskirts of the project. I think this is fantastic, as it provides a central meeting area - should you wish to converse with Erik and anyone else assisting with the project - as well as provides an area for assistance, should you need it. The environment is exactly as described - the open desert with the brightest stars and howling coyotes to keep you company. It was the perfect experience!
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Ryan E.
5 years on Hipcamp
Super dope spot with amazing views. Everyone that lived/worked on the property were very nice and helpful. The hot spring down the way is a must! We will definitely be back :)
Natalie Y.
5 reviews
We enjoyed the quiet and the outstanding sunset which took up half of the 360 degree horizon. The night sky was remarkable and the hospitality was superb. We will be back!
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Judy E.
5 years on Hipcamp
Eric was most gracious, supplied us with a firepit and firewood for free and made us coffee in the morning. This is a desolate place specific for star gazing as mentioned. Private property about 10-15 minutes off the main highway.
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John A S.
2 reviews
Recommends
· October 2020
Group trip ·
Stargazing at Tranqvillium
This is simple desert camping with cool neighbors. We appreciated being able to play our music without complaints. Just what we needed. We will be back.
Polly S.
5 years on Hipcamp
It was a fun night of stargazing! The host was super nice, and had a very creative living space. We were thrilled to stay here! Would recommend!
Kyle S.
5 years on Hipcamp
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Tecopa, Inyo, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Erik V.
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