Smith River

Camp on the shores of Smith River in state parks or head to national forests for a different view. 

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Camp Jade River

The rugged terrain of far northern California is one of the few mostly untouched places left to retreat to. Come dwarf yourself under the magnificent giant redwoods and be struck with awe by the mesmerizing jade colored Smith River. The property is a mere 20 minutes from some of the world's tallest trees. Come check out Stout Grove, a rarely crowded gem of the Redwood National and State Parks. The grove is a part of Jedediah Smith Redwood State Park which is the least developed and most impressive park of the four. From your campsite you will have a lovely view of a large bend of the Smith River. It boasts impressive runs of chinook and steelhead, and is host to many other native species. Keep an eye out for bear, mink, and otters! And secure any food or attractants at night. Our property gives you the chance to disconnect from daily life and recalibrate. Use our site as an extended getaway for some peace and quiet, or a launch point to the variety of local attractions. 

The deck is quite the spot to hang and have a yummy meal. 

The blackberries were quite the yummy addition. 

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Redwood Retreat

We acquired the property in 2015, out-competing a logger who wanted to cut the grove for timber. We want the redwood grove to demonstrate to our community, with its long history of forestry, that trees can be commercially valuable preserved in their natural state. You are helping us do that by staying in our woods!

As of 2023 more than 80 work-exchange helpers through WWOOF (World-Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms) have labored to help develop the property in exchange for room, board and a hands-on education. Adjacent to the redwood grove is a permaculture farm that supplies a large share of our nutrition.

The property is also an overnight stopover for bicycle tourists traveling down highway 101, typically from Seattle or Vancouver to the Mexican border who find us through the website Warmshowers. 

Beautifully perched high in the redwoods, this is the view on the way in.

View from the base. There is a swing and a pulley system to get your items up to the top.

We brought our projector to watch movies! So cozy 

We brought lights as there aren’t any provided and it gets quite dark 

Outdoor composting toilet on the forest floor of the treehouse.

Second story porch with table, garbage, and filtered water.

Nestled perfectly between two redwoods, the dome is made of recycled materials!

Smith River Retreat

This beautiful spot on the Smith River was once an old mining claim. The property boundaries actually go half way out into the river. The present house was built in 1957 and has been remodeled a few times since. The host retired from teaching 7 years ago and spends much of her time improving the landscaping and gardening, while playing with her giant Shiloh Shepherd.

Swimming hole with ladder into the water.

Looking down on the awesome swimming hole entrance. Notice the gorgeous color of the water.

Swimming in Stoney Creek, watershead of the Smith River.

Cut throat trout caught from cement slab at the swimming hole. You must have a valid California fishing license.. We practice "catch and release" here. 

Pathway to the river with tolfieldia in full bloom

Darlingtonia (native carnivorous plant) that grows locally.

Klamath’s best kept secret

We have been a family owned RV Park/Campground for over 40 years. This is a very rustic, old-fashioned campground located at the end of a neighborhood next to the river. 

As mentioned this is also a  RV Park so there will be RVs on site. It is an open field campground dispersed with trees. Neighbors will be present. 

The river access is right over the levee just a few minutes walk from your campsite. Fishing on the river is allowed but you need a license.

We are near the woods and river so wildlife is present. Please make sure your food is put away nightly to discourage critters from coming into camp. 

The campground is just a short drive from a selection of hiking or biking trails. As well as other attractions like the Jet Boat Tours and Trees of Mystery.  

Located at the end of a glen cell service in this area can be spotty or non existent depending on the carrier. 

Wifi is available near main house but is limited to emails, messaging and mapping your next adventure.

We welcome people of all seasons. Just ask that you are kind and respectful

to each other.

Well Behaved Pets Are Allowed.

 Children and Laughter are Always Welcome. We look forward to your visit.

August and September there will be fisher persons in the campground. So be warned of early morning engine noise as they head out to the river for fishing. Electric cars that want to charge there is a $10 fee at time of service. Must make arrangements ahead of a time because 50 amp services are limited. Plus you need to bring your own adapters. 

A breathtaking property has it all. From it's quiet relaxing beauty to the wild coastline and beach to the mighty Rogue River all within eyesite for your campsite. Our 500 acres of scenic walks, wildlife and the option of horses and event riding fishing etc.


Cornerstone Ranch

Cornerstone Ranch is a beautiful 500 acre property on the Rogue River, and bordering the Pacific Ocean. The ranch offers campsites, as well as a yurt. Horses are welcome, as well pets.

From the South GPS is very accurate to our driveway. Coming from the North, GPS may drop you at "Marchmont Farm". Keep driving about another 1/8th mile until you see the large "Cornerstone Ranch" sign. That is our driveway.

The large Yurt Tent about a 20 foot oval. It is part of the Cornerstone Ranch Hip Camp family of sites on the Ranch totaling 7. In a very quiet part of the campgrounds and having a picnic table under a large pine. We have added 2 twin memory foam mattresses and two camping mattresses in the Yurt along with a few other things to make your stay comfortable while still enjoying the Ranch, Coast and the Rogue River and all it has to offer.

The ranch also offers 6 different campsites. Campfires are allowed (outside of burn bans), and there is a toilet on site as well.

Reviews from guests: "During the night we could hear Elk and the nearby nature! When we woke up we got to visit with the horses, use the really clean port-potty, and chat with Bonnie the Host! She has tons of recommendations, but our favorite was the Indian creek cafe across the river. The areas so great and clean and the host cares about her guests! Would recommend!"

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