Does Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat have toilets?

Yes — toilets are available at every site at Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat. Small camp toilet in restroom area with foot pump sink. Toilet refreshed daily by host.

Does Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat have showers?

Yes — showers are available at every site at Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat.

Does Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat have picnic tables?

Yes — picnic tables are available at every site at Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat.

Does Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat have trash disposal?

Yes — trash disposal is available at every site at Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat.

How do you get to the sites at Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat?

2WD accessible. Short walk at some sites; drive in at the rest.

Are pets allowed at Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat?

No — pets are not allowed at Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat.

Are campfires allowed at Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat?

Yes — campfires are allowed at Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat. Always review local fire regulations before enjoying a campfire.

What is the check-in process at Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat?

You'll meet and greet with your host Lance upon arrival.

What is the cancellation policy at Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat?

Full refund 1 week before check in time starts.

What time is check-in and check-out at Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat?

Check-in times vary by site (from 12pm). Check-out at 12pm.

How far in advance can you book, and how long can you stay at Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat?

Book from 2 days to 6 months ahead. Stay up to 4 nights depending on the site.

Is drinking water available at Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat?

No — no potable water at Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat.

Does Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat have cooking equipment?

No — no cooking equipment at Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat. Propane Bar-B-Que is available, no other cooking utensils or equipment provided.

Does Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat have a hot tub?

No — no hot tub at Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat.

Does Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat have laundry?

No — no laundry at Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat.

Does Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat have a playground?

No — no playground at Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat.

Does Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat have wifi?

No — no wifi at Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat.

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Grove entrance from the west, restroom left background

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Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat

Hosted by Lance · Springville, California

2 sites · Tent, Lodging · 2 acres

100%

8 reviews

Private sites

100% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.

The calm and quiet of a Bamboo Grove. The perfect spot to unwind and relax. The beautiful Tule (two-lee) river can be heard at night! Day use area on the river only a 10-minute drive away! Short day trips to Sequoia National Park and Yosemite! Great couples getaway! Also a perfect location for Yoga groups or other groups up to 8 people! Group pricing for 7 is only $30/per person per night! ($60/couple + $30/person for up to 5 others! (Couple or max. of 3 sleeping together on King size mattress for 8x10 cabin is $110/night.) Come as a couple or get a group together! One night, OK. Singles or couples will always be alone and not sharing the camp area, and you'll have your pick of any of the three tent sites or one 8'x10' cabin with indoor toilet/sink King size air mattress ($110/night charge for cabin). A tent can be provided and set up for you if requested or bring and set up your own tent (sites will accommodate a 10'x10' tent), fat comfortable air mattresses are available for your use in tents! Look at the photos! (Photos of set up tents will vary, at the moment there is ONE permanent tent set up and ready.) Contact me for more info and to book your stay! (No bedding or utensils provided. Propane bar-b-que. Fire pit and limited firewood provided. No electricity, no running water. (Cabin will have electricity but none available for tent campers.) Outdoor shower and simple outdoor restroom with foot pump sink. Ice chest available, ice provided in ice chest for those staying 2 nights or more.)

Select a site

Tent-only sites

1 site

Site 1- - Zen Camp/Bamboo Retreat

100%

(7)

Tent site · Sleeps 6

The serenity of a Bamboo Grove; feels like another world, (see photos to appreciate). Quiet country atmosphere to relax and unwind in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. TENTS with fat air mattresses ARE PROVIDED AND are SET UP! Single, couples, or groups welcome; can accommodate a group of 6, more with advance notice. There are three tents/sites to choose from when you arrive. Couples will be by themselves and can choose any of the three tents when they arrive! Groups will pick tents/sites on arrival on a first-come basis. Enjoy!!

Campfires allowed

Toilet

No potable water

No pets

Showers

Picnic table

Lodging

1 site

Cabin - 8'x10'

Cabin · Sleeps 3 · 2 beds · 2 toilets

Site 2 is in the immediate area of our other tent sites, with all amenities of the tent sites available to those booking the cabin. The cabin is 8 feet by 10 feet with two 3'x3' screened windows on the east and west walls, a King-size air mattress, two foldable chairs, a small table with cup holders, a small bookshelf, a small ice chest, remote control fans and lights over the sleeping area and separate fans with lights to use as needed. There is a small camping-type toilet that flushes with a closed waste container and a foot pump sink for hand washing. The cabin will have power connected upon your arrival to run a small heater that is in the cabin or other small devices. All other items in the cabin, fans/lights, are battery-operated not plugged in. There are two steps to enter the cabin. No bedding or other items are provided and guests should bring sleeping bags.

Short walk to site

Campfires allowed

Toilet

No potable water

No pets

Showers

Reviews

100%· 9 reviews

Britta K.
Tent camped at Site 1- with kids, Sept 2025.
Recommends
The camp was very well, organized, and nicely decorated, very charming. The host met us and showed us our way around. Everything was in order.
Natalie H.
Tent camped at Site 1-, Jun 2025.
Recommends
Lance was so welcoming and kind. We loved Zen Camp and would definitely go back.
Andrea H.
Tent camped at Site 1-, May 2025.
Recommends
Lance was super helpful with all the questions we had, and we loved our time in bamboo forest! Very private and unique camping spot. Plenty of space, and neat things to explore. You can tell Lance put a lot of time into this area and enjoys sharing it with others. Not only was the site awesome, but they really had everything you can think of if needed. We grilled our dinner, made a fire in the fire pit, and enjoyed comfy tents. I definitely will recommend this site to others!!

Amenities

Fire pitsFirewood provided, Firepit, Communal
Flush toilets
Showers
Picnic tables
Trash disposalRecycling bin, Trash bin
No potable water
No wifi
No laundry
No cooking equipment
No hot tub
No playground

Things to know

Walk-in access at some sites2WD accessible. Short walk at some sites; drive in at the rest.
No pets allowedPets can't join this trip.
Campfires allowedAlways review local fire regulations before enjoying a campfire.
Check-in processYou'll meet and greet with your host Lance upon arrival.
Cancellation policyFull refund 1 week before check in time starts.
Check-in and check-outCheck-in times vary by site (from 12pm). Check-out at 12pm.
Booking windowBook from 2 days to 6 months ahead. Stay up to 4 nights depending on the site.