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160 Acres amidst National Forest

Hosted by Elly · Placerville, California
16 guests max
98%
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85 reviews
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All to yourself
98% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.
Welcome to Slate Mountain where you have access to 160 acres of gated, private wilderness with 360 degree mountain views and exclusive waterfront on Slab Creek. There are two choices of sites to camp: At Site 1 you can park an RV or pitch a tent where you have access to a picnic table, fire pit, vault toilet, and amazing sunset views. At Site 2 you can pitch a tent and have access to a picnic table, fire pit, rocking chairs, and a hammock. Bring your hiking boots or your off-road toys and explore 160 acres of secluded forest filled with wildflowers, butterflies, ancient Pines and Cedars, wild berries, and wild game. Spend the day relaxing, picnicking, and try your luck at gold panning on pristine Slab Creek where not a single human or road exists for miles. Bring your paddle boards and kayaks and spend an afternoon at Stumpy Meadows, a beautiful mountain reservoir a 25 minute drive from the property. Apple Hill wineries and farms are a 40 minute drive. If you bring the off-road toys you also have access to miles of trails throughout hundreds of acres of national forest. Don’t feel like cooking? Smoke on the Water restaurant at Finnon reservoir in Swansboro is a quick 20 minute drive from the property. If you need supplies, a nice restaurant, or a day of wine tasting to break up the grit, downtown Placerville and Georgetown are both a 45 minute scenic drive. IMPORTANT NOTES:  1) To get the most out of your experience, we highly recommend a 4WD or vehicle, ATVs or eBikes. 2) The creek is at the bottom of the canyon, 1.5 miles from the gate at the entrance, and the road down is very steep and lined with blackberry bushes. We highly recommend an off-road vehicle/ATV or eBikes for easy access to creek. 3) Be aware you are in the middle of the forest and wildlife such as bear, mountain lions, rattlesnakes, and tics have been spotted on the property. Poison Oak is also common.   4) The property has cell service in the upper quadrant, however once you drop below the tree line toward the creek there is no service. 5) We highly recommend bringing a chainsaw or hatchet. There is an abundance of dead wood on the property that can be gathered for camp fires. Trees also occasionally fall on the trail which can impede access to the creek.Remote RV/Tent site with beautiful views in every direction. Large pine trees provide filtered shade from the sun on a warm day, while allowing for breathtaking stargazing at night. Vast western views provide for beautiful sunsets. The site is equipped with a fire pit, picnic table, vault toilet, and solar shower tree. There is plenty of space for large groups to set up multiple tents or RV's. The creek is a 1.1 mile hike or ATV adventure from the site.
Rig suitability
Vehicles under 30 feet allowed
Allowed rigs: travel trailers, fifth wheels, toy haulers, pop-up campers, class A RVs, class B RVs, class C RVs, campervans, cars, truck campers, and rooftop tents
We recommend 30’ max for trailers/RVs.
Pull-in site
Pull through or pull in depending on the site you pick.
Accommodates slideouts
Surface type: Grass or field
Surface levelness: Requires leveling
Generators allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
No sewage hookup
You may dig a hole for gray water
No TV hookup
What to expect
4WD required
A four-wheel drive vehicle is required to access this land.
RV/tent site
You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.
16 guests max
Toilet available
Pit toilet
Pets allowed
Off leash
No campfires
Campers must follow all CalFire rules and regulations and observe burn bans. When fires are permitted, be smart and keep the fires low with a fire extinguisher on hand. There is an abundance of firewood to be gathered, campers are not allowed to cut trees or branches down.
Picnic table present
No potable water
Purify from river or stream
No showers
Bathe in river or stream. Bring your solar shower!
Pack it out
Cooking equipment absent
No wifi
Laundry absent

Things to know

Getting there
Check in: After 12:00 PM
Check out: Before 12:00 PM
On arrival: Head straight to site
Cancellation policy: Moderate
Minimum nights: 2 nights
Accepts bookings: 12 months out
Park at listing
No wheelchair access
Max 4 vehicles
4WD required
During your trip
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RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 16 · Vehicles under 30 ft
Remote RV/Tent site with beautiful views in every direction. Large pine trees provide filtered shade from the sun on a warm day, while allowing for breathtaking stargazing at night. Vast western views provide for beautiful sunsets. The site is equipped with a fire pit, picnic table, vault toilet, and solar shower tree. There is plenty of space for large groups to set up multiple tents or RV's. The creek is a 1.1 mile hike or ATV adventure from the site.
4WD required
No campfires
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup

Reviews

98% Recommend108 ratings · 85 reviews
Recommends
· June 2026
Tent · With pets ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
We loved our stay here! Very private and secluded. The hike down to the creek is beautiful, it’s definitely a steep hike back up, so be prepared, but it is well worth it! Enjoyed every minute and hope to come back someday!
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Sabrina B.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2026
Tent ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
Awesome spot for solitude! My reactive dog and I had an amazing time. Disappointingly, some previous Hipcampers burned things that shouldn't be thrown in the fire - plastic bottles, cans. No potable water, as mentioned in other reviews, so don't count on it, just bring more than you think you need. Will definitely be coming back when I need another nature recharge!
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Jodie S.
6 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2026
Unparalleled privacy and views!!
14 ft pop-up camper · With pets ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
If you like secluded and rustic camping this is your place! The privacy is truly unmatched and after a bit of an adventure of a drive you will be rewarded with a peace you can truly only find in nature and stunning 365 views. Elly is kind and responsive and we truly appreciate her sharing her space! We went on Memorial Day weekend which is historically a crazy camping weekend. But not here! Just us, a gentle breeze, song birds and views!
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Alayna K.
30 reviews
Recommends
· April 2026
Amazing experience!
Tent · With pets ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
This is the perfect spot if you love secluded camping. This is by far one of my favorites sites on hipcamp. The road to get here was a bit steep and narrow but our big SUV was able to make it just fine. There's a nearby lake that you can hike which is 1.5 miles, it's strenuous with lots of uphill climb but worth it. You can drive down there but you'll probably scratch your car due to the overgrown branches. There's also lots of down trees so bring a chainsaw if you plan to drive down there. Also make sure your dogs are treated for ticks & fleas as there was a lot down there. Lastly, make sure you follow the host's directions as the site can be hard to find, you have to follow the coordinates she sends you, NOT the address listed on hipcamp. The coordinates will lead you to the exact spot where you have to turn right down to a dirt road until you'll find a green gate. It can be easily missed since there's no markers so keep that in mind.
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Kenneth N.
4 reviews
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· March 2026
Remote Peaceful Camp
Tent · With kids ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
This camp is truly a remote site with amazing views in all directions. We camped at the clearing at the top of the property which was flat with a short walk to the outhouse. Long steep fire trail to the river. The fire pit needed to be cleaned out and the non-potable water was empty. Other than that it was great for our outing. Since all the storms there were several fallen trees and lots of blackberries on the road to the river as others have said. It is a bit of a drive on a windy road to get to this camp. Elly was great at directions and answered all my questions beforehand.
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Ben C.
6 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· February 2026
STUNNING PEACEFUL RAW LAND GETAWAY
Tent ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
Beautiful quiet peaceful raw land, a perfect getaway to recharge for the weekend. Stunning view, well kept, and very relaxed hosts with excellent communication. LOVE that we had the entire property to ourselves and that it was behind a locked gate. The primary RV/tent site is very level, has some shade coverage, picnic table, well kept fire ring, large water container, and a very clean pit toilet 15-20 yards down a lantern lit path. (The owner’s RV sits at the back of this main site, but they were not there during our stay, and it is very well kept so it is not an eye sore to the gorgeous views.) We setup our rooftop tent in an opening. We did not walk all the way down to the creek, but we took the path down about a 100 yards to watch the sunrise. It was easy and a mild/moderate incline. The sunrise was spectacular! A few reviews mention glass and gunshots. The property is clearly well taken care of and a labor of love. We found the main areas to be mostly glass free. Do your part and clean up after yourself (and maybe even a little extra.) We did hear some very distant gunfire across the valley, most likely target practice, but nothing that disrupted the quiet peaceful vibe. The only other noise was the occasional vehicle and a few airplanes. You’d be hard pressed to find a quieter place within a few hours of the Bay Area. As far as the road, Mosquito Rd on the way in is infamous and has some harry spots. There’s an alternate route if you’re towing or a nervous Nelly.
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Stephanie B.
12 reviews
Recommends
· February 2026
Tent ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
Great spot. Trail down to the creek is accessible by pickup if you have a chainsaw and don’t mind a few scratches.
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Alex G.
6 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2025
Tent · With pets ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
We had such a wonderful time at this campsite and truly enjoyed the peaceful serenity among the trees. I’ve lived in the Sierra Nevada area my whole life, and as a fairly healthy 26-year-old, I can say the trail is no joke. Definitely read the reviews and plan ahead—bring something to help you get down and back up. I ended up finding two walking sticks and just took my time. The views were absolutely worth it, and my three dogs had the best time splashing around in the creek! Highly recommend for anyone looking for a beautiful, quiet getaway
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Shileen A.
4 years on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· November 2025
Tent ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
The location is absolutely incredible — scenic, quiet, and perfect for anyone looking to escape into nature. My timing wasn’t ideal since it lined up with hunting season, but even so, I’d still recommend this spot without hesitation. It’s well-suited for solo campers, small groups, or anyone who enjoys a little adventure with their serenity. The drive in deserves its own mention. Parts of the road are genuinely adventurous, and I wouldn’t attempt it with a big rig or while towing. I handled it in a 4Runner, and on the way out I even had to back up to let another vehicle pass on a narrow stretch. Personally, I considered it part of the fun — but others might find it stressful. As a solo female camper, I felt completely safe during my stay, and I plan to return. With better timing outside of hunting season, this site would be close to perfect.
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Sharon T.
10 reviews
Recommends
· November 2025
Tent · With pets ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
Very remote. Loved the isolation. Be prepared for rocky ground. The drive up was kind of gnarly, but that added to the adventure. Bring lots of your own water!
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Chad M.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2025
Tent · With kids ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
Had a great time camping on Elly's land with my 6 yr old daughter. Beautiful location and a great river to hike to and play around.
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Sven S.
4 reviews
Recommends
· September 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
Our stay at Elly's property was amazing! The spot was spacious, we had 6 tents and there was plenty of space between them. I really appreciate how secluded it is -- we didn't see a soul. The water tank and the bathroom stall were very convenient and made the camping experience more luxurious. There is a fire ring but no grill. The gravel path to get to the campsite is a bit rough but not too bad. However, I do not think path to the creek is accessible with a regular vehicle -- we had a Wrangler so it was a fun adventure. We saw a small bear in the surrounding area so we put all our food and toiletries in the car and had no issues. I would 100% stay here again!
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Marta T.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2025
Great retreat 360 views!
Tent · With pets ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
Beautiful views! The trees provide great shade during the day, and the creek is beautiful! definitely need a 4x4 to get down there though. Elly is a very communicative host; would stay again in a different season.
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Diangelo C.
3 reviews
Recommends
· August 2025
Wonderful Property w/ Great Host!
Tent · With pets ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
My group had a great time. The first site is accessible by standard car and the views are amazing and very private. You will need to bring plenty of water or a way to filter/purify the water provided in the water tank. The restroom is as good as you can expect for such a remote site. The hike to the river is 1.5miles each way and is definitely a serious workout. If you're looking for a secluded getaway with plenty of beautiful scenery that's truly off grid (with cell reception) this is the place. I almost forgot to mention the plentiful blackberries!!! They're delicious 😋
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Andre W.
2 reviews
Recommends
· August 2025
Secluded Serenity
Tent ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
If you are looking to get away from it this is the spot. I saw three people the entire time I was there and I had to drive to convenient Georgetown OHV to see them. The property is amazing with 360 degree views and a beautiful creek at the bottom of the canyon. I brought a SxS and was happy I did. The creek is quite a ways down in distance and elevation. I hope this host keeps this spot open for for many years as I plan to add it to my short list of a gems.
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Ty C.
3 years on Hipcamp
Not recommend
· August 2025
Nice View
Tent ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
pro, Nice view, very quiet Con, Dirt road to second site overgrown and left some not nice scratches in paint, Glass shards scattered throughout campsite, very nasty yellow Jacket problem where could not cook or eat without being swarmed by them, ended up leaving after only 2 of my 4 nights. Pre baiting in spring would of solved that also maybe pur paper in the loo,,, left two rolls
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Steve G.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
30 ft Class C · With pets ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
Loved the property, I would only suggest that the directions be clarified better. The pin is actually 2.8 miles from the actual property entrance but once we reread the directions and explored a little bit we were able to find it. Also would recommend bringing a chainsaw just in case a tree falls. We would definitely do it again though.
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Katherine T.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2025
Pups approved
Tent · Group trip ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
This was our first time being in a private site and I loved it. We like to go with our dogs and the whole trip was planned around them. They could be off leash without me having to worry about other pups around. Luckily there wasn’t any wildlife trying to catch their attention. We did go on a hot weekend and couldn’t have survived without a canopy. The original plan was to go down to the creek but the road was too narrow for my truck and too steep for my elderly dog. Driving down felt like Indiana Jones, EXTREME version. The truck did get scratched up from the bushes and the ten minutes I walked down and back up from the actual creek had me realizing I was WAY out of shape because my heart rate was pounding in my ears. So I guess it was too steep for my elderly dog and me. The cite was 99% clean and it bums me out that some people leave their trash behind. We did pick up some cigarette buds from previous campers and I tried to get some of the bigger chunks of glass. Luckily, that didn’t hurt the dogs. The bathroom is cleaner than regular campsites. We also got a few bees and mosquitoes but they’d come and go. The host, super communicative and helpful.
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Jacqueline H.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Great spot
Tent · Group trip ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
We are returning guests here and plan to keep coming back! Elly is always very communicative and a great host!
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Justin S.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Secluded and Peaceful
Tent · With pets ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
Elly's land is beautiful and secluded. One of my 2 dogs is highly reactive toward both dogs and people so having the whole place to ourselves gave me peace of mind and the dogs, my husband and I had a great and relaxing time. The river is beautiful and refreshing. Camping on Elly's land was so peaceful and just the quick getaway we needed. Elly is a very responsive host and accessing her property was easy and communication was great. Other reviewers mentioned overgrown blackberry bushes and I think it was a little unclear to me where the bushes were overgrown (I was thinking closer to the river), but if you travel beyond the first RV/tent site your car will get scratched. I drive a mid-size suv and it's totally scratched up 😭 and will require some professional detailing to hopefully remove the scratches. So just don't drive past the first site if you care about your car. I'm not faulting anyone b/c this is expected out in the woods, camping, etc. just want to make it clear for others where they should park and stop driving. I would highly recommend staying here and look forward to returning again in the future.
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Lindsay C.
8 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
Great camping experience.
Tent · With kids ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
Elly's camp site was great for a private camping experience. Elly was so responsive and accommodating. We had a great time and enjoyed our time at the lake and the hike to the creek. The only real draw back was the one type of weed/plant (not sure what to call it) around the site that when got on your pants or shoes, would poke you and you have to pull them off, really just a nuisance but nothing too serious. Just some things to be aware of, nothing negative about the site, just normal nature type stuff....we did encounter a rattle snake on our hike down to the lake, give yourself about 1hr or more to get to the creek and there are times it get a little steep but nothing that is not doable with kids. In addition, we did find a few ticks on our kids, so just something to check yourself each day with. Again, all nature stuff nothing against this specific site.
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Wahida R.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
21 ft Class B · With pets ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
Nice view and is very private, take a hike down the old road to the creek.
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John E.
5 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
The camp site was exactly as described. Easy to find and lots of great views.
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Carolyn D.
8 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
Tent · With pets ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
Beautiful property with great views. If you want privacy and seclusion this is the one! Road in can get pretty bumpy with a dirt road for the last 10-15 minutes to the property so just be prepared, but we had no issue with FWD.
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Rebecca A.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2024
Tent · Group trip ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
My friends and I loved the site, views, and location. Elly was a great host and made getting there easy! We will be back
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Justin S.
2 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
30 ft Class C ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
Very private and beautiful forest. We and our 3 dogs had a wonderful, relaxing time!
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Jean S.
9 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
Camping with views!
Remote Tent Site
The wall tent was just as described with awesome views and full privacy. The tenting site looked really great for a group! Plenty of room. I would recommend. Chris
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Christopher Y.
4 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
Tent · Group trip ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
Great area and easy to get to. I plan on visiting again!
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Nate S.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
Tent · Group trip ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
This was my second time camping on Elly's land. The sunset and scenery was amazing. The campground was pristine and far enough from civilization that only noise was from crickets at night. We did not make it down to the stream this time as the blackberry bushes were fairly thick. I would recommend this site to anyone looking to get out in nature and away from the crowds.
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Jeff A.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
Tent ·
RV/Tent Site with Mountain Views
This was a beautiful and private camp site! The site has a fire pit, pit toilet, picnic table, lots of shade, and a Hammock swing. You do need to bring your own water though. The creek was gorgeous, but the trail was very narrow with blackberry bushes on both sides. Any Car with ground clearance should make it in dry weather, But it will be rubbing up against blackberry bushes. There is several places to turn the car around on the trail.
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Thomas W.
2 years on Hipcamp

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Placerville, El Dorado, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Joined in June 2021

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