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Terra Vivus

98%

· Lake Hughes, Los Angeles, California

1 acre hosted by Mason H.

3 RV/tent sites

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

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Welcome to a great balance of being away from civilization, engulfed in nature with peace and quiet yet also being 30 minutes away from the nearest city. Terra Vivus is Latin for "The Earth is alive." Chipmunks, crows, doves, crickets, coyotes, sparrows and many other creatures call this land home. This is protected land called a Significant Ecological Area mostly because of the thousands of Joshua Trees. 25% of all revenue goes to restoring, preserving and enhancing the existing ecosystem. Come experience and contribute to the preservation of this beautiful landscape. It can be windy at times, in order to mitigate this I recommend using your car(s) to block the wind. Local markets also sell neck gaiters for face protection. Release your inhibitions to wind! There's about .4 miles of dirt road to get to the property, there are some dips to watch out for but I come out here in a little Prius so it's manageable. Overall, there is an element of seclusion but occasionally people do drive by on the dirt road. I would rate the cell phone service a 7/10, it's pretty solid but can go out at times.25% of all proceeds go towards restoring, preserving and enhancing the existing ecosystem. This is a general dispersed campsite with two communal fire pits that can have up to 3 groups at a time. If you would like the entire property to yourself, please let me know and select the option as an add on feature. I will block the other sites if possible or refund you. Feel free to park anywhere that seems convenient for you. As a courtesy, I usually let all groups know about each other but do not share personal information. A good amount of seclusion in the general vicinity but every once in awhile someone might drive by on the dirt road. I've camped out here over 20 times and never had an issue with safety. The coordinates will direct you to the NE corner of the property. Feel free to park at the corner dirt roads and walk in or turn left from 150th at the little solar light and wooden sign towards the outhouse and fire pit. It can be windy at times so you'll want to anchor your tents or use your car to block the wind from the fire pit or tent. You can buy a neck gaiter for face protection at local markets in the area. You can walk along the dirt road and explore more of the area but off the dirt road are other peoples properties. The outhouse is the SW corner of the property. Please be mindful and courteous to all other living creatures and plants in the area. This is their home.

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33 ratings · 33 reviews

Jared B.recommends

May 10, 2024

Terra Vivus

Great Getaway

I recently had the pleasure of staying at this fantastic tent campsite during my motorcycle trip, and it exceeded all my expectations. The exclusiveness of the site nestled away from the hustle and bustle of the city provided the perfect escape. The sky was adorned with countless stars, offering a breathtaking view that I'll never forget. The host's warm and responsive attitude made me feel right at home, ensuring that my stay was comfortable and memorable. I highly recommend this hidden gem to anyone seeking a unique and serene camping experience.

Karolina B.recommends

May 6, 2024

Terra Vivus

Camping in the Joshua trees

Wild winds (as expected, there’s a wind farm up the valley!) in this stunning spot. We loved camping among the Joshua Trees and going for a bit of walk through them. Easy to find. Toilet was clean and neat. This felt like a nice extension of our road trip to Joshua Tree National Park. Recommend!

Ian B.recommends

April 21, 2024

Terra Vivus

Great views! Definitely is windy as described but bareable with the cover of the car. Really beautiful land with the flowers and Joshua trees

Thomas P.recommends

April 10, 2024

Terra Vivus

Solitude, Joshua trees, goldfields

This was not our first time at Terra Vivus--we returned for the quiet joy of camping in this isolated stretch of Joshua trees and goldfields. It is only ~1.5miles from a busy highway and just a few more from Antelope Valley Poppy Reserve, but you would never know it from the silence and broad views.

Alison W.recommends

April 6, 2024

Terra Vivus

This site was perfect for car camping, and was so easy to find with Mason’s directions and the signage! I arrived in the dead of night and woke up surrounded by wildflowers. I would definitely come here again, especially during this time of year. Not about the campsite specifically, but important to note: I booked this site to break up my drive from SF to SD, but came across some unanticipated road closures that ended up an hour or two to my overall trip. If you’re planning something similar, I would look into road closures so you can be more strategic about how to time your drive.

Christine S.recommends

March 29, 2024

Terra Vivus

Terra Vivus was a super cool spot to set camp! The landscape was gorgeous! Definitely would go back and absolutely recommend a stay here!

Location

Lake Hughes, Los Angeles, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Yuhaaviatam/Maarenga’yam (Serrano) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Mason H.Joined in March 2021

Response rate: 100%Response time: Within 3 hours

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