Slide Ranch - Tent Camping

92%

32 reviews

· Muir Beach, Marin, California · 134 acres

Hosted by Slide Ranch 5.

10 tent sites

Family-friendly

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

Hike-in

Hike-in to this Hipcamp.

Discover the magic of Slide Ranch spending the night overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Slide Ranch offers camping so we can offer full scholarships to students for summer camps and other programs throughout the year. We really appreciate your support! Check in 2pm / Check out 12pm Camping is available to guests 18 and up. Minors aged 17 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult and cannot be dropped off or picked up. No pets allowed; service animals are permitted. The campsite area is NOT accessible by vehicle. Guests must park in the guest parking lot and hike to the Dome campsite area. Guests are NOT permitted to sleep in cars/vans/campers in the parking lot. Upon your arrival, we will provide roomy wheelbarrows to easily bring your personal items to our campsite area which overlooks the Pacific Ocean (about 10 minutes, mostly-flat hike). Tents and gear are not included; please bring and pitch your own tents. Bring your own food (there is a cooler and dry food storage container) or plan to enjoy dining in Muir Beach. Please note that we do not have showering facilities or flush toilets. Porta-potties or composting toilets are available around the property. Water in all Slide Ranch taps is potable for refilling water bottles/jugs. There is no running water at the Dome but there will be containers of water out there for use in hand washing, dish washing, and limited for drinking. Slide Ranch does not have any concessions on site. Please plan to bring any snacks or picnic items you’d like to enjoy while enjoying the ranch. Per GGNRA regulations, camp fires and open flames of any kind are not allowed out at the campsite meadow or inside the Geodesic Dome as there is no running water. Slide Ranch is located on the Marin coast, on land that has a rich history in connecting people to food. The Miwok once fished and foraged for food at this site, and in the late 19th century Portuguese dairy farmers purchased the land and produced milk and butter for residents of San Francisco. In 1969, 134 acres of this fertile coastline were rescued from commercial development and purchased by the Nature Conservancy. The Slide Ranch nonprofit organization was established in 1970, becoming one of the first Park Partners in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area.Discover the magic of Slide Ranch spending the night overlooking the Pacific Ocean in your own tent. Slide Ranch, as a nonprofit educational farm and nature preserve, offers camping so we can offer full scholarships to students for summer camps and other programs throughout the year. We really appreciate your support! Check in 2pm / Check out 12pm Camping is available to guests 18 and up. Minors aged 17 & under MUST be accompanied by an adult and cannot be dropped off or picked up. The Dome Meadow Campsite area, which overlooks the Pacific Ocean, is about a 10 minute, mostly-flat hike. The campsite area is NOT accessible by vehicle. Guests must park in the guest parking lot and hike to the Dome campsite area. Guests are NOT permitted to sleep in cars/vans/campers in the parking lot. Please note that we do not have showering facilities or flush toilets. Porta-potties or composting toilets are available around the property. Water in all Slide Ranch taps is potable. Camp fires or open flame of any kind are not allowed in the Dome Campsite area. There are also picnic tables in the area. Slide Ranch is located on the Marin coast, on land that has a rich history in connecting people to food. The Coast Miwok once fished and foraged for food at this site, and in the late 19th century Portuguese dairy farmers purchased the land and produced milk and butter for residents of San Francisco. In 1969, 134 acres of this fertile coastline were rescued from commercial development and purchased by the Nature Conservancy. The Slide Ranch nonprofit organization was established in 1970, becoming one of the first Park Partners in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area.

What to expect

Tent site

Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.

4 guests max per site

Toilet available

Composting toilet. Composting toilet at campsite, portable toilets elsewhere on sight

No campfires

No pets

Potable water available

Tap. No water at the campsite, but there is potable water at the trailhead and elsewhere on the ranch

Cooking equipment present

Communal, stovetop or hot plate, cookware, cooking utensils, dishware, cutlery, sink or other dishwashing station. Communal cooking space and food storage space at the dome.

Picnic table present

Not guaranteed. First come, first served.

No showers

Pack it out

All garbage and recycling must be packed out.

No wifi

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Access: Hike in

Cancellation policy: Strict

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 3 months out

No wheelchair access

Max 1 vehicle

2WD accessible

During your trip

Leave it better

Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

Reviews

92% Recommend42 ratings · 32 reviews

The campsite offers breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and provides a serene escape with sounds of ocean waves and wildlife. While it's a great spot for nature lovers and families, it's important to note that the half-mile walk from the parking lot can be challenging, especially with gear. The communal kitchen dome is rustic but functional, though campers should be prepared to bring their own pots and pans. Some visitors have noted the presence of poison oak and ticks, so awareness is key when exploring the area.

Summary AI-generated from real reviews

Katy S.

1 month on Hipcamp

Recommends

· March 2025

Tent

Beautiful, tranquil site. The tidepools were awesome, great location for stunning hikes.

Raquel D.

2 reviews

Not recommend

· February 2025

Tent

I didn't realize how far the walk would be from the parking lot to the campsite. The campsite was also really muddy so I ended up not camping there.

Behzad N.

7 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· September 2024

Tent

It’s perfect place for kids to see animals and feeds them and I had a great time’s in camping area very nice a beautiful view and Clean and quiet very nice dome with stove and sink everything you need for camping I love it so much and for sure I will go there again

Sara G.

3 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· September 2024

Amazing camping experience

Tent

Loved this site! It was my first time backpacking ever and first time solo camping. I felt very safe as a woman by herself due to the proximity of other campers and families. There wasn’t any sort of check in process though and it wasn’t clear where the trail went so I got lost for a while. The hike in is around 10-15 mins and is absolutely gorgeous. I loved my time here and I will definitely come back!

Riley P.

4 reviews

Recommends

· September 2024

Special nook on the coast

Tent

A truly special place overlooking the pacific with incredible views and a lovely beach down below.

Dan R.

7 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· August 2024

Tent · With kids

What an incredibly beautiful spot. The folks who were there were so helpful. My cousin was here from Germany, and got to watch the sunset over the Pacific for the first time ever at this stunning site. Would pack a little lighter next time, but DEFINITELY coming back.

Location

Muir Beach, Marin, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Graton Rancheria, Miwok, and Me-Wuk (Coast Miwok) First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking