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Santa Cruz Bayview Retreat

94%

· Day Valley, Santa Clara, California

20 acres hosted by N S.

1 motorhome/tent pitch

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

All to yourself

97% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.

Whenever we go on vacation it’s never as nice as home. This is that same experience as we get when we come home.#1 Hipcamp RV site in Northern California 2021 This campsite is on its own parcel and can accommodate up to three RVs, trailers, or camper vans. Get away from it all, while being in the middle of everything! Resting at 2,800’ feet enjoy acres of privacy from your self contained unit, RV or travel trailer, while camping on your own secluded parcel with unparalleled panoramic views of the Monterey and South Bay. Experience everything the Bay Area has to offer from this mountain top site. With jaw dropping views, and roughly 50 minutes to any city in the Bay Area, this site is ideal for any person looking for an adventurous getaway retreat. The seclusion and privacy make this an uncommon, yet ideal romantic trip. This site is sheltered by the manzanitas and pines of this chaparral community, with its Eastern border along Uvas County Park. Adventure seekers will find paradise here! Mount Madonna Park with miles of trails is 20 minutes down the road. You can dump your septic there as well! Horseback riding rentals are located near the park as well as an archery range. Demonstration forest is 15 minutes down the road, with miles of mountain biking. Spend a day at one of the beaches in Santa Cruz, Capitola, Aptos, Rio Del Mar, Davenport, Half Moon Bay, Monterey, or Carmel and return to your private oasis. Or Explore Silicon Valley from this centrally located parcel. Kim Son Meditation Center and Mount Madonna Center are approximately 15 minutes away. There are also wonderful wineries throughout the mountains here. The trip to the site will begin with a three mile drive on a rough private dirt road. Being on the very top of a mountain brings more seasonality than the surrounding cities. Please be prepared for any kind of extreme weather. Summer: Shade is highly recommended it can get into triple digits. *Spring/fall: Temperatures are generally mild but high winds are possible. *Winter: Typically cold and windy. *During rainy/muddy conditions 4x4/AWD is highly recommended. It is possible for it to get windy, foggy, rainy, hot and sunny, and even sometimes snowy. Please note: The nearest grocer is 30 minutes from this site. Emergency supplies are available for delivery to your campsite. Cell phone reception is good on most carriers. Pets are allowed. Enjoy your time howling at the moon, star gazing, bird watching/wildlife viewing, or relaxing with your favorite libation. Don't forget your camera! Please keep the lid to the trash closed, and do not pour grease anywhere you do not want wasps. We have traps available if there is an issue. Just ask.

Activities

Biking

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Natural features

Desert

Forest

Coastal

Mountainous

94%

164 Ratings · 138 reviews