Weldon, California
Wandering Star Ranch
About Wandering Star Ranch
Learn more about this land: Why book a camp site when you can book the campground? The Wandering Star is a private 20 acre dispersed group camp- Entire property (all sites) included in rental. Bring a lock (Gate and Chain provided) and claim your retreat. Take your jeep or ATVs through our gates straight into the BrightStar BLM Wilderness which abuts the property on two sides and extends into the Jawbone wilderness. Beginners can ride the extensive trails on the property itself. Play your music, dance naked, let your dogs run free... Enjoy the fantastic star gazing. Visit the primitive firing range a two minute walk away or by jeep, or plink varmints on site. Hiking, Biking. Nearby fishing, swimming, boating in the Kern River or Lake . Situated on the back side of the lake, this site provides more sunlight time than many other sites around the lake. In some cases close to 2 hours. Close to the lake at Mt. Mesa, boat launch, South fork Audubon nature preserve, restaurants, and scenic back road to Kernville. Gas/Diesel and Market with Deli 5 minutes away. (Ice, wood, adult beverages, fishing tackle, full grocery)
Accommodations on the property
- RV site
- Tent platform
Location
Weldon, California
Open in Google MapsWhat people say about their stay at Wandering Star Ranch
Synthesized from 38 review mentions across 6 aspects.
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Setting & Nature
“Wandering Star Ranch offers ample space and privacy for campers seeking a serene escape. Visitors appreciate the clean facilities, access to BLM land, and the convenience of nearby…”
16 mentions
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Host & Communication
“Mark is a standout host, known for his helpfulness, friendliness, and quick responses. Guests appreciated his willingness to go the extra mile, like setting up firewood and soak tu…”
8 mentions
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Comfort & Sleep
“concrete pad and pontoon boat made excellent locations to cook dinner and relax”
5 mentions
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Cleanliness
“The restroom was clean but there were a few black widows in there”
4 mentions
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Value for Price
“the $60 bundle of wood that had large high-quality logs”
3 mentions
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Amenities
“We added firewood and the soak tub to our trip and mark set it all up very quickly!”
2 mentions
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Recent reviews
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We had an amazing experience at this campsite! The site is huge, and the vibes were perfect for a relaxed getaway. We were able to play music at night without any disturbances, which was a big plus. While there aren’t many trees for shade, it wasn’t an issue for us since we drove down to a nearby waterfall during the day, or you can plan to visit at cooler times. We were there at the end of August, which I think is the hottest time of the year. One thing to watch out for: Google Maps took us down a sandy road, and we ended up getting stuck in the sand for over an hour. Thankfully, the campsit…
Place was terrific. 10/10. Super remote, beautiful stars, huge place with plenty to explore.
Mark's place was FANTASTIC. We had originally booked some sites at Headquarters Campground, but they had placed fire restrictions last min, so we decided to book the Wandering Star Ranch. Exceptional place to play your music loud, cackle with your friends around the fire, and let your dogs run wild. Not a ton of shade, so make sure you have your pop up tents. No potable water, so make sure to bring that, too! Only 30 mins from Kern River Brewing Co. and popular trailheads. Thanks so much, Mark! We had the best time and will be back.
Should be a great place for a large group or family gathering. We were quite happy with the place and the atmosphere. And found that one should be there more to really establish a good rhythm with the place
This is our third time staying with Mark and every time Mark is a great host and makes sure we have what we need to make our stay even a better one. We love coming here for the peace and quiet of the mountains and outdoors. The entire place is for your self or your group and if you have Atvs it’s always a safe place to ride up the hills.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Wandering Star Ranch located?
Wandering Star Ranch is located in Weldon, California.
What types of accommodations does Wandering Star Ranch offer?
Wandering Star Ranch offers RV site, Tent platform. Specifics vary — verify the exact unit availability with the operator before booking.
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