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Walden Ranch

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· Linden, San Joaquin, California

300 acres hosted by Alan H.

2 tent sites

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

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Walden Ranch began with the purchase of a neighboring 20 acres. Couple that with the inspiration of Thoreau's lines and life at the real Walden Pond, the ranch has grown to nearly 300 acres and the small ranch pond has grown to a 5-acre lake with a 3-acre forest and home. Scouts, family and church groups use the site for gatherings. Available are canoes, bonfire, and exploring the ranch's 300-head cattle, llamas, poultry and wildlife. Pitch your tent in a forest setting alongside a lake on a working cattle ranch. Watch wildlife or hike to smaller lakes on the ranch. Other animals include dogs, llamas, geese, chickens, and horses. The ranch is within a 20 minute drive to either Stockton or Lodi, CA and is surrounded by vineyards, orchards and pastures. Outdoor flush toilets, sink, tables and fire ring available. Forested area is set amidst grazing lands. This "Walden" even has willow trees slipped from Walden Pond, MA. Owner looks forward to sharing this peaceful, special spot! Pitch your tent in a forest setting alongside a lake on a working cattle ranch. Watch wildlife. Hike to smaller lakes on the ranch. Other animals include dogs, llamas, geese, chickens, and horses. The ranch is within a 20 minute drive to either Stockton or Lodi, CA and is surrounded by vineyards, orchards and pastures. Outdoor flush toilets, sink, tables and fire ring available. Forested area is set amidst grazing lands. This "Walden" even has willow trees slipped from Walden Pond, MA. Owner looks forward to sharing this peaceful, special spot!

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Forest

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Jennifer S.recommends

June 4, 2024

Walden Ranch Camping

This was a great site! There were a lot of cool animals on the farm (and they are loud at night - bring earplugs!). The place had a lot of charm. We enjoyed taking the canoe out on the pond. The amenities were good. Be prepared for the extremely friendly dogs - they will get on your tent while you’re trying to set it up. We will come back!

Jackie J.recommends

June 4, 2024

Walden Ranch Camping

Camping with the animals.

Loved the farm animals. Enjoy the walk out past the barn to the water. Directions were good. Beautiful property. Liked that it had a bathroom. Took the canoe out. The little lake/ pond was filled with a lot of green algae. Not a place you could swim. I would definitely go back. Price was good.

Rachelle C.recommends

June 2, 2024

Walden Ranch Camping

Every visit is magical. Our visit here is always so perfect, relaxing, and feels like home. Thank you always!

Amir K.recommends

June 1, 2024

Walden Ranch Camping

Amazing and peaceful location to get away. Alan is a great host and the property has a lot to offer. I would highly recommend

Joel R.recommends

June 1, 2024

Walden Ranch Camping

everything went smooth. Great service and host. Thanks Alan

Alex C.recommends

May 22, 2024

Walden Ranch Camping

Fantastic camp site with everything you need to have a great time. Alan is a fantastic host and we thoroughly enjoyed our time here.

Location

Linden, San Joaquin, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Miwok and Plains Miwok First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Alan H.Joined in November 2017

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