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Ballard Walnut Grove

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· Solvang, Santa Barbara, California

22 acres hosted by Mike And Anne G.

2 motorhome pitches

Near Channel Islands National Park

Within a 60-minute drive from the Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center.

Best RV/van spots: 3rd place

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.

Farm store

Offers products directly sourced or produced on the farm.

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

We are a 4-generation family-owned and operated working farm, and have lived here since 1976. We are proud growers for Diamond Walnuts, and also have a busy Farm Stand with walnuts and produce, over 500 Christmas Trees, and a small event venue for rent. We love our farm and are happy to open our walnut grove to you and share the bounty and beauty that we have called home for over four decades. Ballard is 2 miles from Solvang, Los Olivos, and Santa Ynez. Our Walnut Grove is nestled in the village of Ballard and in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley. Walking distance to two Tasting Rooms (Rideau & Lincourt), a Bakery (Bob's Well Bread), and a Fine-Dining Restaurant (Ballard Inn). Note that the trees lose their leaves in the winter and will leaf-out in late May. We offer 2 sites the Grove: one that accommodates larger RV's with up to 6 people (called "Diamond" - which has a larger area with soft solar lighting, picnic table, fire pit, corn hole, cozy bench for two, complimentary bundle of wood and a tasty treat. (This site also accommodates two RV's -just "add on" in Extras for each night of their stay.) The other smaller space (called "Chandler") is designed for a single RV or conversion van. Sprinkled with lighting, we include a picnic table, campfire pit with 3-4 pieces of split wood (you can add-on additional bundle for $10), Weber BBQ, bistro table and romantic bench swing. We include a treat for both our guests and their doggies. The two sites are 200 yards apart (that's two football fields) assuring your privacy. Please note in your request what you will be traveling in (RV, Trailer, Sprinter, etc). (** Please note that because we are a food-producing farm, we are only allowed to accept fully self-contained units (with built-in water and waste water tanks - sorry, no portable toilets ). No tents unless they are accompanying a self contained RV).

Activities

Biking

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Natural features

Farm

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506 Ratings · 435 reviews

Caren W.recommends

October 1, 2024

"Chandler" (for Smaller RV's)

Great location and peace & quiet!

We ALWAYS love staying at the Walnut Grove - so peaceful yet close to both Solvang and Los Olivos. This trip we actually walked next door for a tasting at Rideau Vineyards which Mike and Anne have on their info sheet, and it was fantastic!

Vivienne W.recommends

October 1, 2024

"Chandler" (for Smaller RV's)

Absolutely Charming!

This experience exceeded our expectations and we were charmed by the thoughtful touches that Mike and Anne added to this campsite. We stayed in the smaller of the two sites, the Chandler. It is the furthest from the road, which we appreciated. Upon arrival we found a pristine and welcoming campsite. They included a picnic table with an umbrella, a bench swing, two Adirondack chairs with comfy pillows, a fire pit with walnut (what else?!) firewood, and a clean trashcan, ready to go with a liner. If you can a lot, you know that little things like that make a difference. On top of that, each item had been wiped down and was free from dust, cobwebs and bugs. So thoughtful! As a regular camper I’m always ready to do that on my own! They also left us a small bag of roasted walnuts to snack on (delish!), an order form if we wanted to buy any additional homemade snacks or bread, a be a list of things to do in the area. We always bring little strands of lights for our trailer, and we were pleasantly surprised to see that the campsite came with solar lights in the trees which turned on at dusk automatically, so we had wonderful ambient lighting beyond our own. We will be bookmarking this campsite and plan to return again soon. Highly recommend!

Dale H.recommends

September 30, 2024

"Diamond" for RV's and Trailers

Our Perfect Weekend Getaway

Our weekend at Ballard Walnut Grove did not disappoint. It has become a favorite weekend getaway to relax and unwind! So much to do and see if you want to get out, but also quiet relaxation if that’s what you want. No hookups or bathrooms but beauty and quiet surround you! So you do need to be a self contained RV or Trailer, so keep that in mind. Our hosts Anne and Mike are always welcoming and helpful with any questions. They also are very knowledgeable about the history and the area! Every visit we learn a bit more! We will definitely be back!

Jeff K.recommends

September 27, 2024

"Chandler" (for Smaller RV's)

Paradise in Ballard

It’s a beautiful, quite site in the middle of a walnut grove with all the amenities one could hope for—BBQ, Fire pit with wood, picnic table with umbrella, small table and chairs, swing for two, trash bin and best of all, within walking distance to a several wineries—wow, what a gem!

Jaimee G.recommends

September 19, 2024

"Diamond" for RV's and Trailers

We had a great stay. It was quiet, peaceful amd beautiful. And the walnuts were excellent. We will be back. Thank you for a perfect hip camp

Scott B.recommends

September 16, 2024

"Diamond" for RV's and Trailers

Beautiful Orchard Living

Lovely location. Nice level site with great amenities.

Location

Solvang, Santa Barbara, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Chumash and Ineseño First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking