Richard Wizardy's Cynosure Project
4.25 acres hosted by Richard F.
4 Vehicle/Tent sites · 1 Caravan site
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85% Recommend137 Ratings · 120 reviews
The campsite offers a unique and eclectic experience, attracting those with an open mind and a love for animals. Richard, the host, is known for his warm hospitality and his property filled with art from Burning Man, free-roaming goats, ducks, and friendly dogs. While many visitors appreciate the artistic and unconventional setting, some note that the space can feel cluttered and may not appeal to those seeking cleanliness and order. The presence of mosquitoes and noise from the animals at night are mentioned as potential drawbacks.
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Sarah M.
8 reviews
Mixed feelings
· February 2025
Great for my spouse and I. We felt safe and loved all the animals. I’m not sure i’d bring my family though as there was a lot of stuff on the property that I know my kids could wreck. Richard was extremely welcoming even on what was a difficult personal day.
Jessica M.
9 reviews
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· January 2025
17 ft campervan ·
Verde Goats, Cheese and.Arts - Tent
I had never been into the Verde Valley before, it was fun to go down into the neighborhood and see what's there. We just spent a quick night and moved on early the next day but the location was perfect. Fell asleep to coyote howls nearby.
Venessa G.
2 reviews
Recommends
· November 2024
If you like outsider art, goats, sweet dogs, and are pretty self reliant this place is for you. Richard was a super sweet host, and made sure I had any questions answered before he left me to my own devices to get my cooking fire started. Sleeping under the light of a full moon filtering through the mesquite was truly magical.
Tara S.
4 months on Hipcamp
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· November 2024
“Rustic”—welcoming—YMMV
24 ft Class C · With kids ·
Verde Goat, Cheese, and Arts - RV
We Alaskans felt right at home on the property, but Your Mileage May Vary. If you felt the need to keep your shoes clean at all times, this is not the right spot for you. But, if you like meeting unique people or have a hippie lean, I think you’ll like it here. Our 2 year old loved seeing the goats and the sculptures.
Rhett F.
2 reviews
My wife and I love this place and we love Richard. My wife got really sick the morning we were leaving and Richard let us come back and break down our stuff after she got better. Awesome camping spot with an amazing host. We will be returning for sure!
Suzanne B.
5 years on Hipcamp
Interesting place. Richard the host was welcoming and very laid-back, and his three watchdogs Zorro, Eiden and Barka were sweethearts once we were introduced. Noisy place, though; lots of barking through the night, not recommended for light sleepers. All the animals looked to be very well cared for. Campsites could do with some fire-rings and the bathroom needs definite renovation.
Location
Camp Verde, Yavapai, Arizona, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Hopitutskwa, Pueblos, Ndee/Nnēē: (Western Apache), Hohokam, and Yavapai Apache First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Richard F.
Joined in November 2017Response rate: 100%Response time: Within an hour
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