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Musick Creek Falls

98%

· Sacramento, Fresno, California

40 acres hosted by Shandie F.

4 RV/tent sites

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Family-friendly

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

Shandie is a Star Host

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Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

Musick Creek Falls is 40 acres and lies just south of Shaver Lake. At an elevation of, 4800 feet (1.46 km). The land is in a green and lush state of regrowth following the Creek Fire four years ago. Exhibiting novel and intriguing wildflowers such as Sierra Manzanita, sweet peas, Indian paintbrush, and cedars. The terrain is natural, beautiful, and rugged. This property boasts three exquisite cascading waterfalls, hiking trails, rock climbing, mountain biking, and stargazing opportunities. With proximity to Shaver Lake and China Peak Ski Resort, you are just minutes from any outdoor activity imaginable. Including, but not limited to, hiking, water and snow skiing, fishing, boating, stargazing, and sooo much more. The road into the property, although being maintained by us and the community, is still a dirt and gravel road. There are a few potholes and water bars. If you've rented a new Lamborghini, you should probably park on the asphalt, or use the Helicopter pad. The spigot provides excellent spring water. The water is flown in daily, condensed against Musick Mountain and filtered through acres of underground granite aquifers, where the minerals are added, raising the PH to around 9. The high PH helps rid the body of pollutants. I feel it is essential to the whole Musick Creek experience. We want you to leave here healthier and happier than when you arrived. There is trash and a composting outhouse on site. My wife and I stay here on site as long as the dog allows us to serve out heaping amounts of privacy or hospitality. Please explore everywhere. Be sure to check out all three waterfalls and Shaver Lake. Don't stay gone too long, though, as just about every night, there is an unforgettable sunset and the sounds and smells of the Sierra Nevada. The experience is supernatural. There is powerful medicine here, and it is undeniable. The weather is very mild most of the year, where a sweatshirt is perfect most nights and not too hot during the day We have kayaks available for use free of charge. Musick Creek Falls offers an affordable option compared to campgrounds and cabins in the area, which are often booked up and very expensive. Most cell phones have good reception throughout the property. We also have spare tents, camping gear, blankets, etc. if you forget something. Musick Creek borders on a Nature Conservancy. Since nearly all proceeds from your support go to the preservation of the area and its ecosystem, It is crucial that we respect our downstream neighbors. Unfortunately, there was an incident where a large family had trash blowing downstream. I know that this is not the norm for Hipcampers. As we are the most respectful and best looking of all the camping crowd. Though some are better at the leave no trace policy than others. It is critical that we deposit all trash into the receptacle. There are garbage bins for your use next to the shipping container, and one can be put at your site upon request. Sasquatch has been known to rip the limbs clean out of the sockets of campers he/she/it has suspected of littering. I scolded the squatch but when he/she/it tried handing back the arms to the campers... well Im sure you can see the problem there. Please be courteous to our neighbors, as the golden rule is the law of the land. We appreciate your support more than you know, and we are thrilled to share this amazing place with our Hipcamp community. Please be careful during your stay. Rocks can be slick in the water, and when the moon is small, it is very dark. Some nights can be cold, and there are timber rattlers that share the space with us. Timber rattlers are the most timid and shy of all rattlesnakes. If you are too close, they will give you a polite couple of shakes, indicating that they are merely passing through and would appreciate some space. Please be advised that in the winter months of December through April, there will be no host on site, and access will be limited as weather permits. For more info, visit https://musickcreekfalls.com. I just have to add, for anybody still reading, that Hipcampers are truly an amazing group of people. Maybe it's just that I get to meet you when you're on Vacation and down for anything, but I have not met a single Hipcamper I didn't like, which is incredible as I live out in the wilderness because I don't like people. You all have given me a renewed sense of community, and I am grateful for you all. If you are friends of the falls, then you are my family. What's mine is yours, and the Falls is ours. The responsibility of preserving this place and this planet belongs to all of us as well. Thank you for your support, and thank you for being you, exactly as you are.

Activities

Biking

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Natural features

Cave

Forest

Hot spring

Lake

98%

184 ratings · 143 reviews

Jimmy J.recommends

September 25, 2024

Musick Cove

Wonderful experience. Its a gorgeous place and I can't wait to come back.

Andrea H.

September 22, 2024

Midway Lookout

Great Camp Hosts and Location!

If you are looking to get away from the masses, this is it. Right on the creek, the other four campsites are fairly close but screened by foliage. The hosts are very welcoming, provided lanterns and flashlights (which we forgot) and abundant firewood. I wish we would have had clearer photos of the campsite. The dirt walk from parking spot to the first tier is quite steep and would be hard for someone with balance issues. There are only two flattish spots that will fit a compact (4x7ish) tent. So don’t book this spot if you plan on using something bigger. The next bare dirt tier down is quite slanted and boasts a large rock firepit. We tried to enjoy this spot, which had a lovely view of the creek but finding a level place for our seat was tough. If there were more than the two of us, we would have had to spend our time at the first tier which has a picnic table but then we would miss out on the hanging around the fire which is the best part. Overall, it seems like the hosts are constantly improving and it wouldn’t surprise me if they plan on doing more work. If the terraces were leveled and possibly a few hiking style stairs were put in, it would be perfect.

Meka G.recommends

September 12, 2024

Musick Cove

Amazing campsite! One of the best I’ve had the privilege to camp at. Thank you for sharing the land with hipcampers! Will definitely be back.

Meredith F.recommends

September 11, 2024

Upper Falls

An oasis in the Sierras

My friends and I can't wait to come back. We had booked Upper Falls, but stayed at the Musick Cove site because Shandi upgraded us for free since no one was staying there. It was INCREDIBLE, truly an oasis. There's a waterfall and pools of water to splash on, and the site feels incredible spacious. there are two fire pits, one next to the picnic table and close to where you set up tent, and another ~20 feet away with room for chairs all around it. We explored all the other campsites and honestly, they're all fantastic and have great views. Shandi and Jesse were amazing hosts - so welcoming and accommodating. We were able to borrow chairs, a grill grate, a lounger, and other things from her which was so helpful. Don't hesitate to book, it's beautiful, serene, and just perfect.

Meg S.recommends

September 8, 2024

Midway Lookout

Shandie and Jesse were fabulous hosts. Having access to the waterfalls and swimming holes was amazing. Access to hiking as well and the sunset and stargazing we're incredible.

Andrea M.recommends

September 7, 2024

Musick Cove

This place is absolutely magical! It was my second time visiting and I couldn’t get enough still, will definitely be back. Shandie and Jesse are amazing, genuine host I really appreciate them! They let us borrow a few things such as sleeping pads and Kayaks and gave us some awesome recommendations for visiting Shaver Lake. I also love how dog friendly it is here. Thank you Shandie and Jesse! :)

Location

Sacramento, Fresno, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Nyyhmy (Western Mono/Monache) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking