Personal Creekside Camping

98%

78 reviews

· Penn Valley, Nevada, California · 10 acres

Hosted by Mary R.

Motorhome/tent pitch

· 8 guests max

Big rig-friendly

Spacious, level camping well-suited for travel trailers over 40 ft long.

Family-friendly

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

Staff verified

Accuracy verified by Hipcamp's on-the-ground team.

Your own private campsite; great place to simply relax and listen to song birds and the creek during the day and enjoy stargazing at night. Come explore all the Sierra Nevada Mountains has to offer with nearby rivers, lakes, hiking trails, bicycling, kayaking, boating, horseback riding, breweries, wine tasting rooms, gift shops, antiques, museums, farmers markets, State parks and casual to fine dining. Just minutes away from Grass Valley/Nevada City and the Yuba River. Only 7miles to the Nevada County Fairgrounds (Fair: Aug 11-15, 2021, Draft Horse Classic in Sept.).Beautiful Lake Tahoe is approximately an hour and a half to two hours 3 drive. San Francisco about two hour drive. AMENITIES: picnic tables, bench, porta potty, briquette BBQ, swings, volleyball/badminton net, horseshoes, bird watching, goats and sheep. Campsite sits off a fairly quiet private residential road and host lives nearby on same property.Your own private campsite; great place to simply relax and listen to song birds and the creek during the day and enjoy stargazing at night. Come explore all the Sierra Nevada Mountains has to offer with nearby rivers, lakes, hiking trails, bicycling, kayaking, boating, horseback riding, breweries, wine tasting rooms, gift shops, antiques, museums, farmers markets, State parks and casual to fine dining. Just minutes away from Grass Valley/Nevada City and the Yuba River. Only 7 miles to the Nevada County Fairgrounds (Celtic and Strawberry Festivals in May. Bluegrass Festival Father's Day Weekend in June. Fair second week in August. Draft Horse Classic in Sept. Craftsman Faire Thanksgiving Weekend.) Beautiful Lake Tahoe is approximately an 2.5-3 hour drive. San Francisco about a two hour drive. AMENITIES: picnic tables, porta potty, briquette BBQ, swings, bird watching, goat/sheep across the street. Feel free to bring your own badminton, volleyball, soccer, horseshoes, corn hole, etc. There's lots of open space for games. Campsite sits off a fairly quiet private residential road and host lives nearby on same property. Quiet Time between 10pm and 9am.

Vehicle details

Caravans, Fifth wheels, Caravans, Camper Trailers, Motorhomes, Campervans, Motorhomes, Campervans, and Cars allowed

Vehicles under 12 meters allowed

Campers can pull in or back in. Lots of open space. I only rent to one family or group at a time but there is plenty of room for more than one R.V. for an additional fee per night.

Pull-through site

Campers can pull in or back in. Lots of open space. I only rent to one family or group at a time but there is plenty of room for more than one R.V. for an additional fee per night.

Accommodates slideouts

Campers can pull in or back in. Lots of open space. I only rent to one family or group at a time but there is plenty of room for more than one R.V. for an additional fee per night.

Surface type: grass-or-paddock

Surface levelness: flat

Electrical connection available

30 amps

Water connection available

On-property hookup. Well water garden hose available at fawcett.

Generators allowed

Ok to run your own generator.

No sewage connection

No TV connection

No T.V. Hookup.

What to expect

Motorhome/tent pitch

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

8 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firepit, private. Small campfires are allowed in fire ring but must be fully distinguished at night. Bring your own kindling & firewood or use mine for a fair donation.

Toilet available

Portable toilet

Pets allowed

On leash. I only allow one pet per reservation. Pets must be friendly & no excessive barking. Your pet must be leashed, keep in mind I have a few roaming cats and a small dog.lso have pets. Pets can not be left unattended and pet owners are required to clean up pet waste. Thank you.

Potable water available

Spigot, hose, pump or well. Well water is available via garden hose.

Bins available

Recycling bin, trash bin

Picnic table present

2 picnic tables & bench, other tables & chairs available upon request.

No showers

There are rivers, lakes and a park swimming hole near by, 5 to 20 min drive.

Cooking equipment absent

More tables available upon request. Small propane BBQ and/or Briquette BBQ available upon request.

No wifi

Laundry absent

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy: Super Strict (30 Days)

Minimum nights: 2 nights

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

2WD accessible

Spacious Campsite for 1 Family or Group Gathering.

During your trip

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

ExtrasAvailable at checkout

5 Gal. Propane Tank for Fire Burnergood

$10.00

5 gallon Propane Tank for Outdoor Propane Fire Burner for use during Fire Ban Season.

Dozen eggsgood

$7.00

Farm Fresh Eggs Available Upon Request and when available for $7 per dozen.

Firewood bundlegood

$10.00

Start your trip off right with a bundle of firewood waiting for you at your camp site or 5 Gallon Propane Bottle Available for $10 per night for propane burner during Fire Ban Season.

Reviews

98% Recommend97 Ratings · 78 reviews

Mary's campsite offers a welcoming and family-friendly atmosphere with plenty of activities to keep everyone entertained. The soothing sound of the nearby creek adds to the peaceful setting, making it a delightful place to unwind. Mary is noted for her exceptional hospitality, often going out of her way to ensure guests have a great stay. While some might find the setting less secluded due to its location in a neighborhood, many appreciate the convenience and charm it brings.

Summary AI-generated from real reviews

Tahlia H.

4 years on Hipcamp

Not recommend

· December 2024

Tent · With pets

This is someone's backyard, nothing like camping at all, with their son living in a trailer 20 feet away.

Shanda C.

4 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· August 2023

Tent · Group trip

It's a lovely piece of land and listening to the creek we were next to was quite lovely. The site had a lot of extra seating and some activities like a badminton net available for use, but we didn't use them. Still, a nice addition for others. Mary was super responsive and just a sweet, amenable person.

Michelle D.

4 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· August 2023

Definitely would recommend!

Tent · With kids

Mary was so wonderful! Perfect set up for us as we had multiple little children with us - Mary had a swing set, two mini trampolines (perfect for jumping as well as naps!), the wild blackberries growing on site were so juicy and perfect.. she had a sprinkler set up for the kids to play in and a kiddie pool, along with the creek running through the campsite which was a huge hit! Mary was so accommodating and helpful with whatever we needed. She set up an outdoor plug for us when we requested it, and was just a perfect host. She recommended a kid friendly river swimming hole which was perfect. She made our stay so wonderful.

Jennifer A.

5 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· June 2023

7 m travel trailer · Group trip

Our three families enjoyed our time at Mary's creek side camp. Our young ones bounced on the trampoline and other times the teenagers were found gabbing and lounging on the trampoline. Access to power allowed for some camping upgrades like bringing the coffee maker. The firepit was perfect for evening chill time. We brought bocce ball and corn hole and there was plenty of room for everything. We had tents for sleeping, plus setup tables and popups for dining and crafts, in addition to the already supplied picnic tables. Perfectly located for some day trips to the local swimming hole and nearby covered bridge. Can't say enough positive things. Oh and the babbling brook was a delight to sleep by at night.

Brian F.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· June 2023

Nothing beats sleeping by the creek

6 m travel trailer · With pets

The creek was delightful and it was such a peaceful and serene setting. Loved the fire pit as well as the open grassy field -- our pup had a blast running around. Mary was a delightful host who took extra care to make sure we had an enjoyable visit--we were missing an adaptor for the power line and she texted immediately that she'd find one or go to the hardware store to get one for us (she found one!). Looking forward to visiting again -- thanks Mary!

Rebecca A.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· June 2023

Creekside camping

Tent · With pets

Mary is an incredible hostess. She's very thoughtful of her campers and maintains a beautiful property. The creek is a soothing sound at night. There is a refreshing and fun swimming hole for families within a short 8-10 min drive. Don't miss visiting Honey and Cream coffee shop as well. If you love goats, Mary let's you visit them when no campers are in her "camping with goats" site.

Location

Penn Valley, Nevada, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla and Nisenan First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

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