Santa Margarita, California

Camp Tule Elk

5.0 (83)
Primitive site
Camp Tule Elk - glamping.directory

About Camp Tule Elk

The property is located in the historic area of Carrizo Plains National Monument. We are in between Los Angeles and San Francisco 60 miles from the coast. You can fish in the small bass pond located on the property or drink your morning coffee while floating on the Kayak. There is also a resident herd of Tule elk nearby. *PLEASE NOTE PROPERTY IS ABOUT ONE HOUR FROM THE NEARST TOWN.

Accommodations on the property

  • Primitive site

Location

Santa Margarita, California

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What people say about their stay at Camp Tule Elk

Synthesized from 38 review mentions across 6 aspects.

  • Praised for

    Setting & Nature

    “Camp Tule Elk offers a serene and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for those who appreciate nature and friendly farm animals. The campsite is well-maintained, featuring clean faciliti…”

    13 mentions

  • Praised for

    Host & Communication

    “The hosts, Nolan and Stacy, are consistently praised for their friendliness and attentiveness, ensuring guests have a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Many reviews highlight their q…”

    10 mentions

  • Praised for

    Bathroom

    “Campers consistently praise the bathroom facilities at this campsite, highlighting the cleanliness and convenience of having a flush toilet and sink. Many guests appreciate the att…”

    5 mentions

  • Praised for

    Comfort & Sleep

    “grateful for the rocks that were set up to keep us out of the mud”

    5 mentions

  • Praised for

    Cleanliness

    “Bathroom was very nice and clean”

    3 mentions

  • Praised for

    Family-Friendly

    “This is a really nice spot for families”

    2 mentions

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Recent reviews

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Joshua C. · hipcamp

Beautiful site and kind hosts. Land was very unique and the man-made lake was stunning! So many birds/wildlife to see. Not to mention, loved seeing the dragonflies. Our theory is that these dragonflies were brought here by the host to combat mosquitoes, which there weren't any to our surprise! The main tip is to make sure to stock up on essentials, as the closest gas station is 50 minutes away. We made the mistake of not bringing enough water, but the host was kind enough to supply us with water when we ran out. All in all, would highly recommend!

Annie N. · hipcamp

Nolan's property was a lovely stop for our family. We planned to stop by San Luis Obispo on our way back from LA to visit with a family member but wanted to find a cool spot to check out with our kids (4 &1.5). The kids and I enjoyed walking around the property and saying hi to the chickens, dogs, pigeons (?), calves, horses, sheep, and goats. They also have a feed dispenser to get grains and bugs to feed the chickens. Having the tree shade was so great, as it was cool at the campsite despite temps being in the 90s. The pond was a great addition and my family enjoyed playing cornhole. Nolan…

Robert S. · hipcamp

Cool little campsite on Nolan’s farm. Left a day early to beat the rain and wind. But it’s a nice peaceful spot. The rolling hills past the pond is beautiful. If you’re a bass fisherman this is heaven. I caught over 10 bass in 2 1/2 days and my gf caught a bass and bunch of blue girl. Gf loved the animals. Super easy getting ice from the host. Definitely Would stay again. Dipped in the 40s at night but wasn’t bad if you have a fire and a good sleeping bad

Amy A. · hipcamp

Although it rained 90% of the time we were there we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The property and the sites were wonderful and well kept. Outdoor bathroom is super cute and well stocked. Fire pit (in ground and mobile), chairs, outdoor bbq, picnic table and water hookup at the site. The fresh eggs were delicious and firewood was available for purchase. The pond was stunning. We loved fishing and enjoying a dusk cruise in the paddle boat. I loved that although Nolan and his wife live on the property they gave us our privacy the entire time. If we needed anything, they were available but they ga…

Faith Z. · hipcamp

Quiet location very near turnoff to Carrizo Plane monument. We had a very wet few days and were grateful for the rocks that were set up to keep us out of the mud. Bathroom was very nice and clean. No complaints at all. Thanks so much for sharing your space. We got to experience a wild and woolly storm out there, and in the morning saw snow on the mountains right above the flowers. Beautiful!

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Camp Tule Elk located?

Camp Tule Elk is located in Santa Margarita, California.

What types of accommodations does Camp Tule Elk offer?

Camp Tule Elk offers Primitive site. Specifics vary — verify the exact unit availability with the operator before booking.

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