Amy M.recommendsJuly 7, 2020
Ring of fire ranchero
Looking forward to coming back!
Host is super friendly and gave the best directions. Follow her directions because there is a private road the GPS will try to take you down that you can not cross. Like the other review said it is a slanted lot but it is getting worn in with flat areas, I think we helped a bit. Very peaceful and quiet, could barely hear your neighbors.
There is a nice picnic table, fire ring, and there was a large water jug! the site is large with different spots for a tent. They even let us move the fire ring.
We wanted to shoot our compound bows and brought a target with us. I messaged the host before coming and they helped make a site for us to to prop up our target, it was so wonder it helped a lot!
We did have a few wasps flying around but they were easily distracted by some leftover food placed away from the picnic table. I think I'll bring a wasp trap next time. Also be prepared for the red dust/dirt in this area, I thought we got a tan, but ended up just dusty.
Ms Ria V.recommendsJuly 6, 2020
Ring of fire ranchero
This is by far one of the most peaceful and quiet campsite I’ve stayed at. At first I was a bit worried because our campsite was just 300 yards away from the Main Street but it was pretty secluded behind trees. Only a few cars and trucks passed by but didn’t bother at all. There were beautiful trees around us and the view is amazing. I found it helpful there was a water tank on our campsite. The drive wasn’t so bad off of highway 32. We spent a day at avid well park and swam at Bear hole which is about 30 mins. I wish I had the opportunity to meet the host, tho was very responsive when I had questions via email. Thanks again for letting us stay a few nights!!
Ring of fire ranchero
From the first question I sent (I had many questions) this host about trails and activities in the area Kalifornia was very responsive and answered all of my questions thoroughly and gave me a lot of information about the area.
We got lucky and were able to have a campfire (this is a very fire hazardous area so you often cannot have a fire) and there was firewood aplenty.
Unfortunately, the site was newly made and not very level which was a problem for both sleeping and the little fridge in our van to stay on. However, when we asked for a shovel to work on it one was delivered literally in minutes.
The site had a brand new picnic table and was fairly spacious. There is a lovely little forest around you and a good amount of shade. This site is just off of a dirt road and vehicles can go through a bit fast, I didn't want my dog to wander far (also poison oak).
I really felt like we were looked after very well by our hosts and I would imagine that this site will continue to improve to be more level.