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Camp 🏕 Gold Dust Vineyard
8 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents6 acres · Somerset, CA
A six acre organic vineyard & natural winery on 21 acres awaits you at Gold Dust Vineyard. A working natural winery and cidery, come enjoy a glass, relax in the breezes at 2’700 feet. Decomposed granite soils and high elevation make for sweeping views and even better natural wine and cider!
We welcome guests year round!
Surrounded by nature, there is so much to do!
Up in the Foothills, we experience all four seasons!
Come relax☮️
March - May
🌸Don’t miss the wildflowers & babbling brooks, steams & rivers
June - September
🏞Swimming in the Consumnes River or paddle boarding at Jenkinson Lake
September - December
🍂🍁Fall foliage, wine harvest, apple picking and alpaca petting
December - March
❄️⛷Snowy hikes, mushroom hunting and quick trips to South Lake Tahoe
We accept reservations for wine and cider tastings and typically host guests between the hours of 11 am and 5 pm.
Occasionally, during very hot and busy holiday weekends, we will host an evening tasting.
We have running water on the side of the winery building.
Please note, we are a mom and pop shop with just two of us and our young son running the show. We live on site in a tiny house and use the tasting area as our 'back yard' during off hours. We ask that guests please respect our area and off hours requests. We do not permit live fires or generators.
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Yosemite Colfax Spring
11 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Groveland, CA
Welcome to Yosemite Colfax Spring!
Home to a basecamp for river rafting trips during the summertime, we are located 15 minutes driving distance to the entrance to Yosemite National Park. If you are staying with us between May - September and want to come rafting, ask us about our river trips!
Our camp sits on a ridge with views down into the Tuolumne River Canyon. The Tuolumne River begins at 13,000 feet of elevation in the High Country of Tuolumne Meadows and provides drinking water for over 2.7 million people in San Francisco.
With cedar and pine trees, manzanita bushes, and wildflowers in the spring, enjoy the Sierras' flora and fauna. Our family has been operating our river rafting company for over 50 years, the last 11 of those years being here at Colfax Spring. Conveniently located off Highway 120, we are in close proximity to swimming holes, hikes, and more.
Enjoy the privacy of our campsite and getting world-class views to yourself, with all of the amenities (flushing toilets, wi-fi, showers.)
Make sure to check the Yosemite National Park website for information about reservations to visit the park!
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Sierra Circles Sculpture Garden
7 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · Murphys, CA
Thank you Hipcamper's for many great years of support. The sculpture garden and campground features, continue to grow. We will be closed for the winter, October 28 through April 4. New art installations and outdoor shower will be completed, while closed.
Historic Brice Station 100 acres, was a horse stop on the Ebbetts Pass stage line. Horses were fed, watered and swapped here, over 100 years ago. Today, Brice station hosts a ceramics gallery and school, vineyard and tasting room, Blacksmith school, Concert series, Shakespeare performances and Master artist, Michel Olson's, Sierra Circles Sculpture Garden and campground. Born in Berlin, Germany, he has spent much of his life performing, guiding, studying, while travelling and becoming an accomplished artist in wood, stone and iron. Two of his gypsy rigs and several large art installations, are in the meadow next to the forested 6 site campground.
Installation include, 100 ft sacred circle, yin/yang, sun dial and calendar. Quadruple Branch Arch. Avenue of art. Glass and Brass over Grass. Stone stage with two bell racks. Wheels of time. Florence the Freightliner. Glass henge. Chain henge. Family altar. Double sand box. Stone spiral
Each, of the 6 campsites, have art installations as well.
Site 1 is spacious with multiple tent sites, art Steel TeePee, and nice shade oak. Picnic table and some chairs. Parking for 4 cars. Sites 1 and 6 together, with kitchen area, makes a great group site.
Site 2, is our largest single site. Multiple tent sites. 2 tables. Branch arch way. Parking for 6 cars. Hammock friendly trees.
Site 3, is our cozy site. Multiple tent sites. Wood wizard and frog carving. Picnic table. Parking for 3 cars
Site 4, has our second metal TeePee, with melted bottle suncatchers. Multiple tent sites. Picnic table. Parking for 3 cars
Site 5, has Wood Henge, made from one enormous tree. Multiple tent sites. Picnic table. Parking for 3 cars.
Site 6, has a burningman bicycle fence, and ski lift chair swing. Multiple tent sites. Picnic table. Parking for 3 cars.
Brice Station Winery, tasting room. Open Fri. - Sun. 12 to 6pm
.Quyle Kilns Pottery Gallery, School and ceramic art studio Wed thru Sunday 10am to 6pm
Paul Quyle Blacksmith school. C.B.A. member. First and third Sat 9am.
Brice Station Vineyard, tasting room and concerts bricestation.com
Simply put, art, nature camping, with a hint of history, at its best.
Children are full price and must be attended to. No trailers over 14 ft. No campsite open fires June thru Oct.
Communal kitchen/crafts area with large tables, BBQ and cook top available. Propane fire rings and counter top stoves allowed in campsite. Leashed dogs welcome, please pick up after.
Please no extra loud music or voices.
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Shangrilog Near Yosemite
1 site · RV, Tent2 acres · Twain Harte, CA
Welcome to Shangrilog, a hidden gem nestled on two acres of woods on the outskirts of Twain Harte, California. Immerse yourself in nature's embrace as you explore the lush surroundings and listen to the soothing melodies of the running creek that meanders through the property.
Ascend to new heights and discover our three-level treehouse. Whether you're seeking solitude or a gathering space for friends and family, our treehouse provides the perfect retreat. Near Sonora Pass, Pinecrest Lake, Dodge Ridge and a bit of a drive to Yosemite.
Bring your own RV or use our pop-top trailer.
Please note that there are currently no toilets on-site, but rest assured, we are working on it.
Unwind under the starlit sky as you gather around the crackling fire ring, sharing stories and creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Whether you're seeking a tranquil escape or an outdoor adventure, Shangrilog offers an unforgettable experience for nature lovers and adventurers alike. Book your stay today and discover the magic of our woodland oasis.
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BaseCampByBo!
4 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Groveland, CA
If you are looking for man made and leveled campsites, then this is not your basecamp. This land is a gorgeous 20 acres that means a lot to us.
It's space to find your peace of mind and pitch a tent or hammock, as you would when hiking the backcountry.
Aside from complimentary ice water, potty, shower, soaps, sanitizer, sunscreen, first aid, communal fire pit, wood stove and dishwashing area) this is not "glamping".
If you are a person who appreciates nature and making due with what the land has provided, then we are a great fit.
Guests have 20 acres to find a secluded, or socially distanced spot to pitch camp.
This is for people that know how to camp in the backcountry -
Without a trash can, who don’t leave cigarette butts, respect the land and would rather not be sectioned off.
Flat areas are all over if you explore, and use your feet to brush aside rocks and twigs, to lay down a tent base, as we do every time we camp in the backcountry.
The geography of these mountains is just that, hills and mountains. The vista at the top of the property is gorgeous and easily camps 5 tents spaced out. The property does offer many other great camping areas, and I’m more than happy to point them out.
Yosemite is 30 minutes away, Don Pedro lake is 30 minutes, Cherry Lake is 30 minutes, Preston falls and Carlon falls are both 30 min away. Downtown Groveland Is 7 minutes away, and other historic towns are not too far.
Close to many swimming holes. Rainbow pools is 15 minutes away. 10 min from the local grocery store and other local shops. Base Camp is just off of highway 120. Sonora has a great farmers market on Sunday and is a beautiful 40 min drive away.
Thank you for taking time to read this, we look forward to hosting you!
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Jarrett & Bo
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3 Bridges on Love Creek
3 sites · Lodging3 acres · Avery, CA
Guests who stay here describe it as a magical experience to be on this 2.5-acre forest retreat with a year-round spring fed creek running through it.
Camp sites are beautifully groomed pads with 6’x 8’ walk in tent cabins. Views onto Love Creek and into the lush canyon are accompanied by the sound of falling water.
An outdoor bathroom with shower is available for our guests on the property.
At dusk, the artful solar lighting awakens.
Surrounded by the vast forest acreage makes this into a unique Off-Grid Island enclave.
Its proximity to HWY-4, just 5 paved minutes away, with a 'Day'O' coffee shop at the corner and the fantastic Red Apple bakery with its daily fresh baked goods down the road gives your off-grid experience, choices. The Arnold supermarket is a short 8-minute drive and 70+ tasting rooms with excellent restaurants and shopping just 13 minutes away in Murphys. Big Trees State Park with its wonderful Sequoia groves is a 10-minute drive. For a swim choose one of the many mountain lakes like Utica reservoir, Lake Alpine or close by White Pines Lake just 5 miles away.
We are only 1 mile from the end of the pavement and hundreds of gravel road miles. Attention mountain bikers, Jeepers and electric bicyclers.
~IMPORTANT ADDITIONAL GUEST INFORMATION.~
This is a wilderness area. For reasons of safety, NO Pets are permitted.
Insects: because we have a creek, and because we are in the forest, we have bugs.
Pls bring mosquito repellent.
We are in the woods and have Wood ants. They do not bite. They are attracted to water. Guests are encouraged to keep the bathroom and your tent dry and clean in order to keep ants out.
We protect our and your privacy, only guests on the reservation are allowed on the property.
Please bring:
~Bedding or
•sleeping bag
•pillow and
•towel,
•queen fitted sheet, those are not being provided.
~We provide you a spacious tent with a comfortable foam mattress pad.
~Bathroom: we offer a shower with warm water, vanity with sink and flush toilet. The bathroom is shared with the other camping guests. We ask our guests to be considerate of other guests and keep the bathroom clean and dry.
TP is provided. Pls bring your own towels.
~BBQ:
we provide a BBQ and propane. Pls bring your lighter and any cooking utensils you plan to use.
~ pls bring your own drinking water.
~Food:
*We do NOT offer bear proof boxes to store food in*.
If you plan to BBQ, please make sure only to bring as much as you plan to cook. This is a wilderness area, we do not recommend storing food inside vehicles or tents.
~There are various supermarkets in proximity. On your way up to Avery you will drive through Murphys where you can stop at our Sierra Hills Supermarket. Next to it, there is also an all-organic supermarket.
If you rather skip cooking in the wild, we also have a wide selection of great restaurants close by in Murphys, Avery and Arnold. I’ll be glad to share additional information upon your arrival.
~ need a Morning coffee of coffee? We have a drive through ‘Day-O Espresso’ 5 min from our place.
~ fresh baked pastry (the best Apple turnovers in CA)
a short drive from our place to the Red Apple on HWY 4.
~Reception: We have limited cell reception with Verizon only.
Due to limited Wi-Fi, we suggest downloading any programs on your devices PRIOR to your arrival.
~There is no power source at the camp sites.
We are off grid and charge our batteries with a generator. Please bring your own external power source to recharge your devices.
~Fire Pit: during the hot and dry summer months, open fires are not permitted because of high fire danger. Fire pit is available during the months when fire danger is low in Spring and late fall after a few showers have reduced the fire danger.
CHECK-IN:
Check-in by appointment.
Pls let us know your arrival time. It is important for us to have time to check you in, to show you our campsite and facilities. We also like to share information about the area with our guests.
If your arrival time coincides with other guests arrival time, we will ask our guests to choose a specific time in order to be able to check our groups in individually.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
RULES:
▪ No shoes inside the tent.
▪ Check-in times are 3 pm to 7 pm. Checkout is 11am
▪This is private property. Only guests listed in the booking are allowed on the property.
▪ Areas around the cabins are private and off limits. Host will share details.
▪ When leaving, pls leave the camping and kitchen area clean and tidy. Any trash needs to be taken out. Pls leave no trace behind.
▪ No loud noise after 10 pm
▪ No food or drinks inside the tents to avoid wood ants.
▪ No parties or events
▪ No smoking
▪ No pets, this is a wildlife area, pets are not safe.
▪ No Children. The Property is not safe for children
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BRIOCABIN
1 site · Lodging1 acre · Arnold, CA
Blue Lake Springs is a quiet vacation community. It is the perfect place to go to relax and wind down. There aren't a lot of street lights making it a great place to stargaze. Cabin sits on .42 acres not 1 acre. (Just to clarify)Cabin has access to 2 private lakes. Blocks away. Fly in Acres and Blue Lake Springs. Will need to use the guest pass (fees apply). Cabin is in Blue Lake Springs. Blocks from Sequoia Woods Country Club and nearby golf courses in Murphy’s and Angels Camp. Only 2.5 hours from San Francisco! Escape to my mountain retreat. 25 minutes to Bear Valley. 1 hour plus from Yosemite. Minutes from the Arnold Rim Trail. Brand new kitchen appliances. Minutes from Murphy’s and Angel’s Camp. 40 minutes from Sonora and Black Oaks Casino. Boating. Parking can accommodate a boat and trailer. This home has comfortable sleeping and dining for a party of 6 to 8.Remodeled kitchen. Lots to do in Arnold and surrounding areas whether its Spring, Summer, Fall or Winter. Golfing, wine tasting (Murphy's), fishing, hiking, skiing, canoeing, bicycling, boating, walking and Bbq'ing. Nearby casino in Sonora or gold mining in Columbia and skiing in Bear Valley. Dorrington is 6 minutes away. Plenty of snow and great food. Vacation Rental is in Blue Lake Springs community in Arnold. New paint inside and out. New carpets and flooring. New toilets. New bedding. Clean inside and out. Large wrap around deck. New 5 burner bbq. Parking is on level ground. 3 level Cabin. Wifi great reception! Multiple spots for remote work.3 bedroom. 2 Bath with large bonus room and loft. 1,984 square feet tri-level cabin. Large Master bedroom with queen bed, walk-in closet, 2 person jacuzzi/shower, wood burning stove with blower and vaulted ceilings. Sofa and flat screen tv retreat outside master room. Top floor.Bedroom 2 has a queen bed with large closet. Main floor. Bedroom 3 has full over full bunk bed and twin bunk beds and chest drawer. Large closet. Main floor.Kitchen and Family room on Main floor. Large screen tv with apple tv. 3 person sofa and chaise seating. Large kitchen table seating for 6. Wood burning stove and wall heater on this floor. Bottom floor has bonus room, Tv/dvd player, foosball table and laundry room. New queen blow up mattress and sleeping bag in storage area. Peloton exercise bike too! Deck to outside.Parking for 3-4 vehicles. Large lot. Private
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