Tarantula Ranch

98%

239 reviews

· Beatty, Nye, Nevada

8 acres hosted by Brandon S.

3 lodging sites · 5 RV/tent sites · 1 RV site

Best in Nevada: 1st place

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.

Near Death Valley National Park

Within a 30-minute drive from the Ash Meadows NWR Visitors Center.

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Brandon is a Star Host

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Tarantula Ranch is located in the Mojave Desert surrounded by BLM land and nearby Death Valley National Park. One of the first vineyards in Nevada, we grow 5 varietals of grapes and make wine on-site. We offer guests camping, glamping, and an RV site. Camping and Glamping sites are located next to the vines and include picnic tables, shared bathhouse with toilets and shower, outdoor kitchen (bbq, gas cooktop). We also have a community area "The Wine Hall" with ping-pong, shuffleboard, refrigerator, and microwave. Outside our gates, enjoy biking, hiking, scrambling, and exploring the Amargosa Desert and nearby Skeleton Hills. Nearby attractions include Ash Meadows Wildlife Refuge (30-minutes) and Death Valley National Park (45-minutes). We have spent a lot of time in the park and are happy to answer questions, make suggestions, or even take you on a tour.

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98% Recommend365 ratings · 239 reviews

Tarantula Ranch near Death Valley offers a well-maintained and thoughtfully equipped campsite, praised for its cleanliness and unique desert charm. Campers appreciate the friendly hosts and the range of amenities, including clean bathrooms, an outdoor kitchen, and quirky resident animals like cats and desert tortoises. Most reviews highlight the peaceful atmosphere and convenient location for exploring nearby Death Valley, though some mention minor issues like noise from power lines. Overall, guests express high satisfaction with the site, making it a recommended stop for travelers in the area.

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Lisa B.

3 reviews

Recommends

· April 2025

On our way to Death Valley

10 ft campervan ·

Barbera

Place was exactly as described and a welcome relief after a long day of travel. Got lucky and had the property almost to ourselves so it was quiet and peaceful. Artistic and ample amenities allowing us use of super clean bathrooms and outdoor sink. Had showers and ping pong that we didn’t take advantage of but are great additions. And a quick 1-hour drive to Death Valley. Would definitely recommend!

Lee Ann O.

3 reviews

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· April 2025

Tent ·

Barbera

This is a beautiful space with all the little details thought of, from a full kitchen with cooking basics like oil and salt and pepper, to several options for shower houses with great water pressure. The resident cats are aggressively affectionate, which I loved, and it was cool seeing the resident desert tortoises. Barbera is particularly nice for folks as its on the end... though I had no neighbors midweek.

Nicole F.

2 reviews

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· April 2025

Amazing close to Death Valley

Tent ·

Barbera

I loved tent camping here! Great sites, beautiful sunset. The bathrooms were exceptionally clean. Showers amazing!! Fire pits, little store, great camp host!

Pat M.

7 reviews

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· April 2025

An Oasis

Tent ·

Barbera

This place was amazing. You'd think being in the desert it would be more like roughing it but it's not. The flush toilets were clean and very nice. Have you ever camped AND used a bidet? Have you ever used one? The over sized sink made filling our water bladders easy. The sites, though close, felt secluded. Oh, they have desert tortoises 🐢 in they're little sanctuary. We we visited by three adorable cats too! Brandon was super friendly and we had a nice talk about Death Valley and other parks we visited. If I didn't live all the way in Ohio I would make plans just to stay here for a weekend.

Tom C.

4 months on Hipcamp

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· April 2025

Tent ·

Barbera

The Tarantula Ranch Vineyard was by far my favorite campsite of 2025. I’d recommend it to anyone headed to Death Valley. It is unique, well kept and truly an oasis in the desert. The outdoor kitchen, bathrooms, shower and fire pits are all in great shape. On top of all that was an exceptional hostess full of good tips for near by adventures.

Thomas R.

7 reviews

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· April 2025

14 ft campervan ·

Barbera

We had a great time at Tarantula Ranch Vineyard/Death Valley Camp. The facilities are very well kept, clean bathrooms and shower, there is even an enclosed rustic outdoor "Cowboy" shower. The campsites are pretty small and tight together so it was very social. Everyone was super nice and welcoming. Leah Ann the camp host was especially nice and helpful. We really enjoyed our day in Death Valley a truly amazing place. Also went to Tacopa hot spring and the China Date Ranch. We will definitely stay here when we are back in the area.

Location

Beatty, Nye, Nevada, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking