Camp 🏕 Gold Dust Vineyard

97%

196 reviews

· Somerset, El Dorado, California

6 acres hosted by Aaron B.

2 lodging sites · 2 RV sites · 3 tent sites

Amazing views

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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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97% Recommend271 ratings · 196 reviews

Aaron's campsite offers a serene and picturesque escape, often accentuated by stunning sunsets and clear starry nights. Campers consistently praise Aaron's welcoming demeanor and the unique wine tasting experience, which is highlighted as a standout activity. The site is appreciated for its peacefulness and its proximity to nature, with many guests relishing the opportunity to explore the nearby river and swimming spots. While the camping setup is generally well-received, some guests have noted the challenge of finding flat ground for tents and being close to other campers.

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Aravind A.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· February 2025

16 ft car · With pets ·

Shaded RV Camping at a Vineyard

Area is clean and gorgeous, Aaron was very kind and friendly. Sunset pairs perfectly with his wine; will definitely camp here again.

Victoria M.

1 month on Hipcamp

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· February 2025

Unique and memorable

Vineyard bell tent - Creek

Such a cool experience camping here! Aaron was great host; met us upon arrival, showed us how to get down to the camp site and did us a solid with an awesome wine tasting experience. Some of the best wine we’ve ever had (and the food was also amazing). Loved the off the grid experience. The tent kept us way warmer than we thought and did I mention the stars?! Definitely recommend ✨

Kaylana B.

2 reviews

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· February 2025

Glamp at a winery and vineyard

Loved Glamping on Aaron’s property! The perfect place if you’re looking for a “reset” and/or want some peace and quiet. My boyfriend and I did the wine tasting and tour with Aaron and it was really fun getting to know him and getting a taste of his delicious wine. I plan to come back sometime during the summer. Thank you, Aaron!

Tracy T.

2 months on Hipcamp

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· February 2025

Amazing sunsets and sips!

15 ft pop-up camper ·

Shaded RV Camping at a Vineyard

Aaron was super inviting and the camp ground was beautiful. We also went down for a wine tasting and learned a ton about the vineyard and Aaron’s wonderful natural wines and ciders. Besides that, the vineyard is positioned for amazing evening views of the mountains and spectacular sunsets.

Michelle S.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· November 2024

Fall Fun

18 ft pop-up camper ·

Shaded RV Camp Site #2

This was our 1st time using Hipcamp our76 trip in just over 3 years . Aarons property is beautiful and the views ae amazing. Aaron is knowledgeable and helpful making sure our stay was great. The porta potty bathroom was extremely clean. We have shared with friends and cant wait to go back.

Mora M.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

Tent ·

Mountain tent camping at a vineyard

Aaron has a lovely property and some very tasty wines and ciders! We went up for the night and enjoyed a tasting with our fellow campers. Aaron made us feel right at home. It was fun hearing about his wine-making process and the tasting notes while being so intimately situated among the vineyards. And the sunset from the tasting patio was phenomenal! We would absolutely come stay again.

Location

Somerset, El Dorado, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Me-Wuk (Northern Sierra Miwok) and Nisenan First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

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