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Terra Vivus

97%

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43 reviews

· Lake Hughes, Los Angeles, California

1 acre hosted by Mason H.

2 RV/tent sites

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

Terra Vivus is Latin for "The Earth is alive." Welcome to a great balance of being away from civilization, engulfed in nature with peace and quiet yet also being 10 minutes away from the nearest market and 30 minutes away from the nearest city. 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. Send a photo/video of you sharing your water with the plants at terra.vivus.inquiries@gmail.com and receive $3 off your stay. 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. I also have pieces of plywood with bricks that you're welcome to move and shift to fit your needs. I am in the process of building a tree/shrub wind block. 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.

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97% Recommend47 ratings · 43 reviews

This campsite offers a peaceful escape with stunning views surrounded by Joshua Trees and occasional visits from friendly dogs. While the tranquility and star-filled nights are highlights, campers should be prepared for strong winds that can sweep through the area. The campsite is well-maintained, featuring essentials like a fire pit and a clean outhouse. Host Mason is noted for being communicative and dedicated to enhancing the site, ensuring a comfortable stay for visitors.

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Demi Rachelle P.

2 reviews

Recommends

· March 2025

Camp here! You won’t regret it.

Tent ·

#1: Picnic Table - Fire Pit

I had such a wonderful time at this absolutely stunning spot. The views were fantastic and the neighbors dogs were so sweet. I also had the opportunity to spot some nocturnal wildlife so that was great!

Natalie D.

3 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· March 2025

16 ft car ·

#1: Picnic Table - Fire Pit

The space was awesome. I slept so well. Dark. Quiet. Yes it was windy but I was sleeping in my car so no issue there for me. One of the "wild" dogs came by the say hello but was friendly and didn't stick around too long. The Joshua trees were truly beautiful. Masons place was easy to find and only a short drive off the paved road. Would absolutely recommend.

Chelsey S.

3 reviews

Recommends

· January 2025

Scenic & Growing

Tent ·

#2: Picnic Table-Fire Pit-Hex Blok

The site is still being developed, and it’s clear that Mason is putting in a lot of effort into making it even better. It already offers some great features like a wind-protected bench, fire pit, outhouse, and picnic table. The wind was gusty, so I’d recommend checking the wind forecast beforehand. We really appreciated the site, and the views were great. We had a visiting dog that was really sweet! I look forward to seeing how the site continues to improve. We’d love to stay here again soon!

Ryan K.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· November 2024

Tent ·

#1: Picnic Table - Fire Pit

Loved the isolation, but extremely windy (my cot went flying lol). The dogs came to hang out at night and in the morning. Nice place to disconnect from the city.

Jonghun O.

5 reviews

Recommends

· September 2024

Camping with stars ⭐️

Tent ·

#1: Picnic Table - Fire Pit

It was awesome! 😎 Tons of stars at night! There were three dogs hanging around. So cute! Definitely we will go back soon.😊🌵⛺️

Dongwook K.

10 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· June 2024

Tent ·

#1: Picnic Table - Fire Pit

Its wonderful place if you seek escape from city and being chill in nature. It's quite windy place so highly prepare the wind when you pitch your equipment on site.

Location

Lake Hughes, Los Angeles, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Yuhaaviatam/Maarenga’yam (Serrano) First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

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