Camping Information

Ranch Rules & Policies

We keep the ranch wild, safe, and welcoming by asking every camper to follow a few straightforward rules. Most of them come down to one idea: respect the land, the animals, and your neighbors — and leave your site better than you found it.

General Ranch Rules

  • Speed limit is 15 mph everywhere on the ranch — watch for children, dogs, and cattle.
  • No firearms and no fireworks, at any time, anywhere on the property.
  • Never drive on the ranch after drinking alcohol. Zero tolerance — park it for the night.
  • No drones. They stress livestock and wildlife and intrude on other campers.
  • Give the cattle their space. Do not approach, feed, chase, or otherwise disturb the cows or any wildlife.
  • Leave the landscape as you found it — no painting or marking rocks, trees, or any natural feature.
  • Swim at your own risk. The Cosumnes is a wild, unguarded river — conditions change with the season. Keep a close eye on children.

Pet Policy

Well-behaved dogs are welcome. To keep every guest — and our cattle — safe:

  • Maximum of 2 dogs per campsite.
  • No aggressive dogs are permitted on the property.
  • Leash required whenever you're walking your dog anywhere on the ranch.
  • Keep pets under full control at all times. They may not wander to neighboring campsites.
  • Dogs must never disturb, chase, or interact with cattle or wildlife — no exceptions.

Vehicles & Driving

  • 15 mph speed limit on all ranch roads.
  • Stay on established roads. Driving or parking off-road is strictly prohibited — it scars the land and creates fire risk.
  • Off-road driving carries a minimum fine of $300, up to $1,000.
  • If your vehicle requires a tow out of your site, towing is billed at $200 per hour.
  • Absolutely no driving after drinking alcohol — anywhere on the ranch, at any time.

Fire Policy

Campfires are currently allowed in provided fire rings. Status can change quickly with fire conditions — it's always current on this page and confirmed at booking.
  • Fires are permitted only in the fire rings provided at your site — never on open ground.
  • Never leave a fire unattended, and fully extinguish it (cold to the touch) before sleeping or leaving your site.
  • During seasonal fire bans, wood and charcoal fires are prohibited; propane fire rings, propane stoves, and campfire candles remain permitted.
  • We follow Amador County fire restrictions — when conditions change, the ban status above changes with them.

Trash & Leave It Better

We follow Hipcamp's "Leave It Better" principles and Leave No Trace: pack out everything you bring in, and leave your site better than you found it.

  • Pack out all trash — there is no garbage service at the sites. Trash left at your campsite (including food scraps and grease) is charged at a minimum of $50 and up to $200.
  • Never dump cooking grease on the ground or in the river. Let it cool, seal it, and pack it out with your trash.
  • No trash in the porta-potty — a $200 fine applies. It's a sanitation system, not a garbage can.
  • No feminine-hygiene products in the porta-potty. Please bag and pack them out.

Gates

Gates on the ranch manage where the cattle graze, so their position is deliberate:

  • If you come to a gate that is closed, close it behind you.
  • If it is open, leave it open.

Music & Quiet Hours

  • No loud music after 9:00 pm.
  • Sound carries a long way over the river — please keep music at a level your neighbors can't hear, day or night.

Cancellation Policy

  • 5 or more days before check-in: full refund.
  • Between 5 days and 24 hours before check-in: 50% refund.
  • Less than 24 hours before check-in, or no-show: no refund.

Need to move your dates instead? Reach out — we're a family operation and we'll always do our best to work with you.