Somerset, California
Foothill Ridge
About Foothill Ridge
Home of Mama Earth Farm, this 20 acre foothill property offers a rural but accessible location to connect with nature. Enjoy a simple place to call home after exploring the many nearby activities such as swimming in the local rivers, rock climbing, bike riding, hiking and wine tasting. Learn more about this land: Pitch your tent under the shade of an old oak tree. Clean, level, soft tent spaces are maintained and the meadow grasses are trimmed. Enjoy easy access from the road and the serenity of the night in the foothills. No lights, just a dark sky of stars. Enjoy the sunrise and sunset from this spot with a huge canyon overlook a couple hundred feet away from your tent. The Caldor fire burned several acres of this property in 2021 which makes the landscape pretty interesting, especially from the elevated sky deck platform that looks over the cany Organic produce is available from the farm (like you can walk out and pick something yummy in your bare feet) Visually private, pretty quite, and simply beautiful.
Accommodations on the property
- RV site
- Tent platform
Location
Somerset, California
Open in Google MapsWhat people say about their stay at Foothill Ridge
Synthesized from 39 review mentions across 6 aspects.
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Setting & Nature
“Ben's farm offers a unique camping experience where privacy meets nature. Many reviewers appreciate the serene environment, the charming farm animals, and the scenic views, especia…”
17 mentions
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Host & Communication
“Ben, the host, is frequently praised for his warm welcome and helpfulness. Campers appreciate his knowledge of the area, often benefiting from his recommendations for local activit…”
9 mentions
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Comfort & Sleep
“definitely pack a canopy or shade structure”
6 mentions
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Family-Friendly
“My kids and I had a great overnight”
3 mentions
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Amenities
“a good fire pit, a nearby outhouse, and well water pump”
2 mentions
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Bathroom
“outhouse has a view of some cars and RVs”
2 mentions
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Recent reviews
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My winter stay was wonderful! There was plenty of firewood to keep cozy, and I even gathered some squash to cook. The views were beautiful, and there are scenic hikes just a short drive away. It’s close enough to town if you need anything, but remote enough to feel like a true getaway.
Sweet splace to camp, beautiful view, had a nice fire, cozy sleeping spot, and a gracious host.
Loved coming back. The hosts were still just as friendly and helpful. The area is close to a lot of favorite trails and it feels super safe whenever I go. I can't wait to go back for a third time to enjoy the beauty.
We loved camping on Ben’s farm. I thought camping on a farm might not feel like “real” camping as much as I’d like but I was wrong! There was SO much wildlife to be heard and seen. None of the animals disturbed us either. We camped over Memorial Day weekend and did not see a single Yellowjacket as mentioned in other reviews. There’re a number of beautiful swimming spots nearby. We chose Bassi Falls (we jumped in the river ahead of the falls and had the space completely to ourselves), Jenkinson Lake (closer to the waterfall there’s a big fallen tree that creates an easy swim spot), and Middle F…
Camping on the farm was great! We played in the pond and enjoyed some delicious nectarines, courtesy of Ben. My kids and I had a great overnight and recommend this spot to anyone looking for a quick getaway.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Foothill Ridge located?
Foothill Ridge is located in Somerset, California.
What types of accommodations does Foothill Ridge offer?
Foothill Ridge offers RV site, Tent platform. Specifics vary — verify the exact unit availability with the operator before booking.
How is Foothill Ridge rated?
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