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Down-to-Earth Ecoshire

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· Riverside, California

35 acres hosted by Jim R.

1 RV/tent site

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Great for groups

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for larger groups.

Family-friendly

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

Best in California: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.

Private 35 acre Private Land Restoration Project surrounded by rolling hills, mountain views and open sky. The sunsets and sunrises are spectacular year round. Stars and open skies that you'd be hard pressed to find anywhere else in southern California. Just 15 minutes from Temecula wineries, 40 minutes from the alpine, artsy town of Idyllwild in the San Jacinto Mountains, and just 15 minutes from the 215 in Menifee toward Hemet. Best to visit from early autumn to lush springtime where we have great wildflower blooms. Cooperative managers Jim and Dawn host visitors who want to enjoy nature, participate in regenerative gardening all while off-setting their travel footprint. Fees go to our not for profit land restoration which includes planting trees, improving aquifers and enriching the soil. The property is a owned by a restorative co-op (turning a former illegal dump into an oasis of hope) where we invite you to participate in creative local solutions to our larger global problems. * If your group is larger than six adults, pease visit our group listings page. If your group needs special privacy and sound requirements and you'd like to reserve the entirer property, you will need to contact us directly. * Spaces are available on a first come, first serve basis. * Our visitor support pricing is $20 for the first person and $15 for all additional adults. Kids 6 - 12 are $5 per night. We don't want to charge for kids 6 and under, so do not include them in your booking. Thanks! * Campfire rings are only in common clearing, designated and permitted areas. Please check for seasonal fire restrictions.Tent site #3 can accommodate an RV, or a camper van. This is a seasonal site and should not be booked without contacting the owners. Thanks!

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1819 ratings · 733 reviews

Kim K.recommends

June 3, 2024

EcoShire Standard Tent Sites #8

Excellent camp site on Jim's land, gorgeous view, large area and lots to see and do. Loved!

Tereza N.recommends

June 2, 2024

East Cove

Inspired

This is an amazing and eclectic little campground. Jim and his crew are perfect hosts and very accommodating. I LOVED my campsite and felt very secure there, even when I could hear coyotes in the distance. I was at the end of my first week of a three week spiritual quest journey and this campsite fit right in and gave me a place for solace and meditation! The land will definitely speak to you here if you take the time to listen. So will Jim! It is truly inspiring what one can do when reclaiming a trash heap and turning it into a true shire; HOME!

Justin D.recommends

June 2, 2024

North Cove

North Cove at the Ecoshire is awesome. The most secluded campground and it’s perfect for a little getaway to disconnect. I’ll definitely come back if we need a quick getaway.

Rhonda N.recommends

June 2, 2024

Palo Verde: Group Tent Site

So much to explore

Booked Palo Verde site for a Fluor of coworkers and I to stay the weekend and enjoy nature. Jim delivered! It was easy to find and park, brought a 19 foot trailer and had plenty of space for tents to join. Lovely shade from the palo verde kept us cool in the mid afternoon. Lots of fun hikes and exploring around camp- chickens, garden, and sheep! My doodle really wanted to watch the sheep run so I had to keep him leashed- but good thing I did because we encountered a very healthy coyote on our hike. A great place for kids to be free and explore, ride a strider bike, art, animals, corn hole, hatchet throwing, archery (bring your own arrows) what’s not to love? Ok some of our crew were squeamish with the composting outdoor toilets, but they work as expected. Thanks for the stay! We’ll be back.

Tiffany D.recommends

June 1, 2024

EcoShire Standard Tent Sites #8

Fantastic land restoration project. It feels like a small community with many unique qualities. Sheep, chicken, cats, a wide open view of the night sky, ample places to relax.

Kim B.recommends

June 1, 2024

North Cove

I had a wonderful time at Jim's campground. It was peaceful and private from other camping spots. Jim was super nice and helpful. Would definitely come back.

Location

Riverside, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Ɂívil̃uwenetem Meytémak (Cahuilla) and Payómkawichum (Luiseño) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Jim R.Joined in November 2018

Response rate: 80%Response time: Within 7 hours

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