Convenient and easy camping
BoPeep Sheep Farm was a great place to go to get away from the city.
We stayed at campsite 3, which is at the front of the property and away from the house. There is a outcropping of rocks blocking the view of the house and trees all around giving a great amount of privacy. Just on the other side of a fence are some very friendly goats that would love for some head pats.
The site had two flat areas great for up to 6 man tents. There's a couple other spots that are also good for 2 man tents if you have more people. There is a fire fit area with stumps around it for sitting and enjoying a fire. In addition we found a couple great spots to hang our hammock.
Tara was a great host giving us a nice welcome and send off. She also came by just after sunset to give us some s'more making materials! It was great. She is very accommodating and friendly.
Currently they have a half bathroom that is open to campers during the day. They are doing construction in the area so this may not be open to campers in the future. In addition they have a trash can for you to drop off any trash instead of having to pack it all out.
The area was relatively quiet although it is a bit residential. There are farms nearby that appear to sit on 2 to 10 acres which gives a lot of space between homes. However there was some residential noise like lawnmowers, cars, and a train that runs by at night (but pretty far off in the distance).
Given all that, I think this is a great place to camp while jumping off into other adventures. Being just outside of the Auburn and near Lincoln wine country, this campsite is in a great location.
Auburn has great hiking, rafting, dining, historic areas, and breweries to explore. Lincoln has lesser known but excellent wineries that do tastings.
Past trips
Creek Site
in Golden Briar Camp, CaliforniaTerry's land is in a great location close to Auburn, Nevada City, and Grass Valley. We tent camped in his 4 wheel drive site which was easily accessible in our Jeep in 2 wheel drive mode. The site is on a creek near a waterfall with hills on three sides creating a nice private area.
The site had running potable water, a permanent gas fireplace, a trash can, and new wooden furniture. we could see electric hookups were being run, but are not yet available.
Terry provided a bathroom accessible from the outdoors, a covered deck with seating, and a hot tub. There is even a stocked fish pond if you want to fish (but throw them back). Terry was there when we arrived and was easy to contact if needed.
This site felt like the best of both worlds, where you can rough it or use modern features to your comfort level. This would be perfect for a group of people with mixed camping experience and preferences.
There is no wifi and we had no cell reception (Verizon). Terry is pretty sure T-mobile/Sprint should have reception in the area though.
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in BoPeep Sheep Farm, CaliforniaConvenient and easy camping
BoPeep Sheep Farm was a great place to go to get away from the city.
We stayed at campsite 3, which is at the front of the property and away from the house. There is a outcropping of rocks blocking the view of the house and trees all around giving a great amount of privacy. Just on the other side of a fence are some very friendly goats that would love for some head pats.
The site had two flat areas great for up to 6 man tents. There's a couple other spots that are also good for 2 man tents if you have more people. There is a fire fit area with stumps around it for sitting and enjoying a fire. In addition we found a couple great spots to hang our hammock.
Tara was a great host giving us a nice welcome and send off. She also came by just after sunset to give us some s'more making materials! It was great. She is very accommodating and friendly.
Currently they have a half bathroom that is open to campers during the day. They are doing construction in the area so this may not be open to campers in the future. In addition they have a trash can for you to drop off any trash instead of having to pack it all out.
The area was relatively quiet although it is a bit residential. There are farms nearby that appear to sit on 2 to 10 acres which gives a lot of space between homes. However there was some residential noise like lawnmowers, cars, and a train that runs by at night (but pretty far off in the distance).
Given all that, I think this is a great place to camp while jumping off into other adventures. Being just outside of the Auburn and near Lincoln wine country, this campsite is in a great location.
Auburn has great hiking, rafting, dining, historic areas, and breweries to explore. Lincoln has lesser known but excellent wineries that do tastings.
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