Camp near Pinnacles National Park

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249 reviews

· Paicines, San Benito, California

2200 acres hosted by Bar Sz Ranch 🤠.

2 lodging sites · 6 RV/tent sites

Near Pinnacles National Park

Within a 60-minute drive from the East Side Visitor Center.

Family-friendly

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Started in 2014 by Tim and Michelle Borland and their three kids, the Bar SZ Ranch is a true family business with a mission to help others “forge their legacy.” Set on 2200-acres in its own valley with iconic California oak trees and golden hills; views of the surrounding mountains and Pinnacles National Park; and painted, sunlit skies guests can't get enough of, this working ranch offers unique, getaway camping and glamping experiences for both new and seasoned campers. The Bar SZ Campground is near Pinnacles National Park but relatively remote from other services, which is part of what makes the area so special. It is a place to unplug, share stories and spend time with your family and friends, and explore the wilderness of California. If you’d like to schedule animal feeding, horseback riding, arena riding/horsemanship lessons, or archery/BB gun lessons with us, these are available at an additional cost and a link will be provided for booking. (No activities available on Sundays or Mondays, except for holiday weekends.) From the ranch: Pinnacles National Park East entrance 6.6 miles Nearest Groceries and restaurants: Hollister 36 miles north King City 28.5 miles south Tres Pinos 29.2 miles north The nearest amenities (stores, restaurants, gas) are about 30 miles away so please plan ahead and bring the things you will need during your stay. We have great service for AT&T on the ranch. Do you have an even larger group? Message us if you have a larger event or are interested in a whole campsite/ranch rental.

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98% Recommend400 ratings · 249 reviews

Janet D.

2 reviews

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· April 2025

Glamping Tent #1

My husband, college-age daughter and I enjoyed spending time on this unique and beautiful ranch. We were glad we were in the "glamping" tent, as it happened to be rainy and cold during our visit and the big tent kept us dry. The sheltered kitchen proved very handy! It was great to be so close to Pinnacles, where we had a lovely springtime hike.

Terri M.

2 reviews

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· April 2025

Peaceful and beautiful!

6 m campervan ·

Campsite #1

My daughter and I had a wonderful time at BarSZ Ranch. The hosts were wonderful. It was absolutely beautiful and peaceful. We loved all the animals. Especially the new baby cows! So close to Pinnacles National Park, but away from the crowds! We are already talking about going back!

Kateryna L.

5 reviews

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· April 2025

Happy campers

Tent ·

Campsite #1

We were super lucky to get the tent site the same day, as we didn’t have anywhere else to stay that night. First when we drove in we met Tim who gave us a warm welcome. Beautiful camping site, fresh air and the river! The camp kitchen was very nice and clean. The whole place is manicured and very well taken care off. We enjoyed all the animals, especially the barn cats. All the animals looked very healthy and well taken care off. We especially were amused by the one horse trying to pull over the fence with his teeth. And hopefully soon blackie cat with white star on its chest will have a happy litter of kittens. You could hear frogs and owls during the night. The stars were beautiful. It was very nice to be able to purchase some meat and eggs. We really appreciate the regenerative kind of agriculture they have on the ranch. And it was about 10-15 minute drive from East Pinnacles! We are feeling very thankful to camp on the ranch.

Scotia T.

2 reviews

Recommends

· March 2025

Tent ·

Campsite #2

Gorgeous ranch and got to meet some awesome neighbors! Keep in mind, there are plenty of animals around, which means noise at night and early in the morning.

Izzy L.

11 months on Hipcamp

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· March 2025

GORGEOUS ranch

3 m travel trailer · Group trip ·

Campsite #6 - Camp Near Pinnacles National Park

This ranch is so beautiful! We went for two nights in the end of March. Everything is green, lush, and blooming. The creek is running. Pretty flowers everywhere. Great trails for mild hikes. We didn’t do any of the extra activities like archery or riding because we spent lots of the time hiking at Pinnacles, which is a short drive away. Coming back home to the ranch after was lovely. It felt safe and private and was beautiful, lots of wildlife- rabbits(hares?), lizards, snakes, deer, hawks, bats, vultures, plus kitties, dogs, horses and goats. We brought a lot of our own cooking supplies, but the camp also has some appliances and grills as well as fold out tables and chairs. Didn’t use the fire pit but it was there and maintained. Porta potties, no flushing toilets for the campgrounds, which we expected so was perfectly fine and they are kept up with well. Potable water available at a sink for washing dishes, very convenient, and pretty string lights available, although we opted for stargazing instead. Definitely would recommend this site and I hope to be back again. So peaceful

Andrew L.

1 month on Hipcamp

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· March 2025

Tent ·

Campsite #5

Beautiful location to enjoy the scenery of a California ranch. It is also an ideal location for exploring Pinnacles National Park. The outdoor communal camp kitchen was perfectly equipped for us to make breakfast and barbecue some steaks I really great place to stay.

Location

Paicines, San Benito, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Popeloutchom (Amah Mutsun), Ohlone, and Chalon First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

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