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Cosumnes River Somerset Camp

95%

· Somerset, El Dorado, California

23 acres hosted by Noleen G.

2 lodging sites · 7 RV/tent sites

Great for groups

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for larger groups.

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

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This land was home to the Miwok, then European and Chinese miners, then a cattle rancher. It was also home to a former nun who quit the dominican order to purchase this land for inner city kids to have a chance to ride, swim, hike and fish. We moved here in 2017 and purchased this land with the main goal to raise our large family here, but we have found that good things must be shared! There is NOTHING like being in the wilderness of this area for a good re-centering of the soul! We have found it to be a true blessing for our family, and we hope you can experience this blessing as we share this space with you. We feel certain you will not be disappointed with this beautiful river canyon. Our property is situated right on the middle fork cosumnes river. We have 2 sleeping cabins and several tent sites (can be rented separately). The cabins offer a rustic/minimalist type vibe - bring your own bedding/pillows to sleep on the comfy futon. A table and chairs are provided for the cabins. Tent sites have a wood table (bring your camp chairs) and a fire pit when the season is open for burning. The swimming is awesome and the stars at night will put you into a state of awe! Many family owned wineries in the area, most of them offering free tasting. It’s a short drive to Tahoe and the Marshall gold discovery site as well as the historic hangtown Placerville. The recent Caldor Fire was VERY close to our property and a back burn was initiated nearby the cabins. It is still as beautiful as ever but please know there are lots of slash piles. Falling trees and burned up stump holes are also a risk and it is presumed campers will be cautious and use at their own risk. Please don't hesitate to shoot us a message if you have any questions!

Activities

Biking

Fishing

Hiking

Climbing

Natural features

Forest

River, stream, or creek

Swimming hole

Canyon

95%

388 ratings · 280 reviews

Matthew M.recommends

October 26, 2024

Tent/RV Site 2

Fun spot for chilling, soaking in the river, cooking, etc. If you're looking to relax and stargaze and not do much, this is the place!

Thao V.recommends

October 22, 2024

Tent/RV Site 1

Nice little getaway from Sacramento. Very close to home so we didn’t have to drive too far out. Great host, answered all the questions that I had. Would definitely come back.

Kali D.recommends

October 16, 2024

Tent Site 6

We really enjoyed our time camping here for two nights. Clean and well maintained campsites. All of the information for our stay well very clearly articulated by the host. Sadly we weren’t able to have a campfire at this time due to fire restrictions. Be sure to check prior to booking if there is a restriction in place.

Cassia L.recommends

October 15, 2024

Cabin #1

Rest and Relax Amongst the Chickens

Loved it! I love how the two cabins are separated from the campers below.Short walk to the creek and it has its own little trail. I would say cabin 1 is cuter but cabin two is more rustic. Both have their charm. The bed was moderately comfortable....better than camping! Fine by me. But if something really Nice and soft is important to you then this could be a consideration. Bring your own role of T.P just in case. There was not much in there when I arrived and I had to rob another outhouse or some in the middle of the night. Was greeted by chickens and they were the ICING ON THE CAKE for me. There are so many and they literally ran up to me. I would def return!!! I even jumped on the trampoline! Loved the little table and chairs for reading and sitting. It went by two fast and wish I had booked 2 nights :) I did go down wrong road off ANT HILL, so just keep going straight longer than you think! ENJOY this treasure of a place! Thank you owners for sharing with the public!!! LOVED.

Hillary T.doesn't recommend

October 14, 2024

Tent Site 5

Not worth $110 per night.

All other camping spots close to Apple Hill area was either closed for the season or booked, so we were desperate and decided to book this spot. - Campsite was very dusty - Toilets/water were a ways up a hill (which was difficult with a 3 and 5 year old) - Property not well maintained - Campsite were close together - No fire rings (which makes since they are in a very fire prone area) - Quite hours were not respected - Trash had to be packed-out All-in-all we had a blast, but the site is maybe worth $40 a night tops.

Yuri A.recommends

October 10, 2024

Tent site 3

A little slice of heaven!

Campsite 3 at Somerset Camp was such a delight. It was large enough to pitch an 8 person tent w/porch and 2 person shade tent with room to spare (another 8 person tent could have easily been accommodated on this relatively flat site). The two rustic tables were a nice spot to make a camp kitchen. I would recommend bringing a folding table to use for eating and games, etc. The walk to the river was about 3 minutes and about 5 to swimming hole. The restroom was nearby and nicely kept. At Campsite 3 you'll fall asleep to the babble of the river and wake to the crows of chickens. :-) Noleen and her family were welcoming and very communicative. My kids are already decided camping in Somerset will be a tradition.

Location

Somerset, El Dorado, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Me-Wuk (Northern Sierra Miwok), Nisenan, and Miwok First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking