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VanCamp Santa Cruz

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· Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, California
2.64 acres hosted by Keri H.
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Feel free to check out the garden area that’s really plentiful during the warmer months. Don’t hesitate to ask us for the local fare and recommendations! We’re happy to chat about the what’s-what and help you have a great time in Santa Cruz. This place is magical. Truly. We hope you have a great time! Stay tuned as we add some truly epic luxe additions to the space as we grow. We’re shooting for the boho/adventure haven of all time with amenities like outdoor tub/shower, kitchenette, laundry service etc. ☕️ Coffee (wifi) lovers: Try Verve… it’s the s**t (free WiFi too), Cat and Cloud, 11th Hour 🥘 Food: Parish Publick House, Las Palmas Taco Bar, Oswald, El Palomar, Alderwood 🎥 🎢 Entertainment: Santa Cruz Boardwalk, Boardwalk Bowl (epic karaoke), Landmark’s Del Mar Theater for indie films, Catalyst for concerts 🏄‍♂️ 🏄‍♀️ Surf: 4 Mile Beach, Steamer Lane, Davenport, Capitola, Pleasure Point Shops/rental: Cowells, Berdel’s Trails: Henry Cowell Redwood State Park, Woodcutter’s Trailhead, literally dozens of trails within a few miles of us! Have a great time in Santa Cruz, Cheers! -Keri Learn more about this land: Park your adventure van, RV in this private Mountain VanPad nestled in the redwoods! A few short miles from world-renowned mountain trails, redwood state parks, and legendary surf in beautiful Santa Cruz. Enjoy the views, food from the garden (seasonal), and proximity to pretty much EVERYTHING outdoor adventure related. Site 1: Upper Deck has well water, fire pit, lights with electrical outlet, seating and concrete parking area. Fits all cans and small RVs with possibly one extra vehicle. A tent can also be accommodated on the softer ground. Site 2: Lower Deck: 40ft of parking on mostly level unpaved land. Fire pit, seating area, fits all cans and smaller RVs. Tents suitable here with soft ground. **PORTABLE TOILET/HAND SINK NOW AVAILABLE TO BOTH SITES** Happy adventures & thanks for booking! Follow us @VanCamp_SantaCruz Keri and FamBam
Activities
Biking
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Natural features
Forest
Mountainous
81%
36 Ratings · 13 reviews
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Brian J.recommends
April 25, 2022
VanCamp in Santa Cruz Redwoods
Quick stop In Santa Cruz
My wife and I only needed a place to sleep for the night. We booked the lower spot because we have a tent and the poverty far exceeded our expectations. It was so lush and quiet, and more private than we expected. We disperse camp and backpack often and it’s very rare you find a place where you can hear road noise or planes overhead. But it was incredibly quiet and we woke to the birds singing in the trees overhead. Will definitely stay again on trips to Santa Cruz. The only facilities were a porta-john , but it was one of the cleanest I’ve seen. Had a sink and everything. In the morning, it’s a short 15 minute drive through the forest back to Highway 1. Stop by Cat and Cloud coffee for a great morning breakfast and coffee.
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Kristin S.recommends
April 24, 2022
VanCamp in Santa Cruz Redwoods
Nice quiet, secluded spot to stay for the night. The driveway and entrance is no joke regarding the steepness and angles. Be aware if you are traveling in anything larger than a sprinter van!
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Elaine T.doesn't recommend
April 10, 2022
VanCamp in Santa Cruz Redwoods
The reason being we could not take our van up. I have not perspective on any other comments since we did not stay.
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Adam T.recommends
April 5, 2022
VanCamp in Santa Cruz Redwoods
Great spot for a peaceful camp
This is a great, peaceful spot nestled within the trees, and we really enjoyed our stay. Firewood was provided, and there was a portable toilet to use (that was a bit rough). The drive up to spot 1 (upper deck) is really steep. We managed to get out 20ft FWD camper van up there on the second attempt by taking the corner as wide as possible. AWD vehicles will have a much easier time getting up!
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Sarah C.
March 21, 2022
VanCamp in Santa Cruz Redwoods
Very hard to back my tall Sprinter
Arrived to find that the signage was missing so had turn around on steep driveway. Gentleman who greeted us was very friendly but not super helpful as he was tending two loose dogs and a toddler. One dog actually ran under my van at one point. When we finally got to the spot it was chaos trying to back into the spot up a steep uneven hill with kid and dogs running around. Safety mechanisms on my van took over and would not let me back into the spot. Ended up having to abort and find another place to sleep last minute that night. Host needs to be very clear about what rigs can maneuver into the spot. I tried to reach out to the host to resolve this without leaving a negative review but she did not respond.
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Jordan B.recommends
March 19, 2022
VanCamp in Santa Cruz Redwoods
It is a great little hideway amongst the trees, and super accessible to Henry Cowell State Park!
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Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Popeloutchom (Amah Mutsun), Ohlone, Awaswas, and Muwekma First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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