My August visit was my 2nd year in attendance to a music festival at the magical Camp Navarro. This year did not disappoint nor did the first year! Dan is the owner and operator of this beautiful property and he does a great job of organizing and managing the event, not to mention his communication is awesome and very timely. Whether you choose to traditionally tent camp, score an open adirondack cabin, or rent a teepee or closed door cabin, you'll have a great experience! There's lots of space and different camps and everything is close and not a far walk. One of the best features of this place are the actual outdoor showers. Talk about an unforgettable experience! There's flushing bathrooms and running water, even provide soap and paper towels. Of course, conserve as much as possible. If you forgot any food, there's a cafe and store as well as an outdoor to wood fire pizza oven. Throughout the day, there are activities set up such as rock climbing, archery, etc. In the evening, they have a campfire and s'mores. Now as for the music, the reason why I was there--was so amazing! The stage and sound is definitely crafted with care and produces such great music quality. Tied in with the camping experience and being with friends, I've made this an annual tradition! read more

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Such a beautiful venue! I attended the Anderson Valley Pinot Noir Festival here, and I honestly can't think of a better place for this event to be held. Although it rained almost the entire time, they still made the best of the situation and the party most certainly went on. Camp Navarro is located within the Navarro Redwoods, right next to Navarro River Redwoods State Park and just a few miles outside of Philo. It serves as a campground and a popular event space for many local events. I've passed by their entrance sign on the way to Navarro Beach a few times, so I was excited to finally explore this area. Parking is ample and they have go-carts to escort you to the events if you don't feel like walking there. Tall beautiful Redwoods line the entire campsite. The restrooms are very clean and come equipped with showers and dressing spaces. They had a huge tent setup up for us during the event which really helped to keep us from getting poured on. Unfortunately, it's still forest, so most of the ground was extremely muddy. Still even in the mud, the venue was so pretty. I've never camped here before but would definitely consider camping here during mid-fall to avoid the wet springs and super hot summers. All in all, I'm impressed with this venue and would love to attend another event here in the future. read more

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It would be hard to have any kind of camp be anything terrible, though I've certain visited some campgrounds that weren't really awesome. This is not a campground, but a whole camp and event space. If Boy Scout camp grew up, this is what it would be. A nice lodge, nice flush restrooms, showers, but still three-sided bunkhouses and a huge area with lots of different mini-camps, it's got just enough nostalgia with enough grown-up twist. Isn't it better to spend your conference/wedding/team building exercise outside than to be cooped up indoors? There's a small creek that runs by, massive trees, a huge grassy area, and I don't exaggerate when I say it's a really big property. I parked up top, and to walk from the furthest camps all the way down to the main lodge and even further to the last camps on the other side is a good 15-20 minute ordeal. I was here for a conference a year ago or so, and I had an incredible time. I'm not sure what you can or can't do if you rent the place, but we had a stage with music, a big fire bowl, a stage with movies and panel discussions, and lots of access to things downriver and on the beach. It was like the site that kept on giving--new adventures around every turn. It will be hard to go back to sterile meeting halls, hotels, conference rooms, and video chats. After breathing the fresh air and participating in the event at Camp Navarro, everything else will seem bleak and ordinary. read more

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The most beautiful location with and incredible staff that completes the magic that is Camp Navarro. I've been to more than 15 events there and they are always spectacular. The Anderson Valley wines are a delicious addition to a wonderful experience. read more

I was there for an event.....What a beautiful place! Enough space to not feel crowded yet find your friends easily. Bathrooms and showers are clean and easily accessible. read more

Not sure if they are still open and functional, as I can't get anyone to return my messages (it's been about a year since we've reached out multiple times). read more

Camp Navarro is a beautiful location for an event. I just attended an event there for the first time, and it was fantastic. The camping is great, and the staff makes sure everything is working smoothly, from the flush toilets and showers that are scattered throughout the camping area, to the catered meals they prepared in the main lodge. I'll definitely be going back! read more

Camp Navarto is heaven on earth. Nestled in the redwoods, it is a majestic property with the most incredible staff there to help. I highly recommend attending an event that they put on or renting out the place for a special event. There's no place like it on earth. read more

Our Reunion was everything and more I'd hoped it would be! And Camp Navarro was a big reason for that! Your features were AWESOME! The physical setting was beautiful with 200 acres of TALL redwoods! The variety of accommodation suited everyone - cabins, teepees, adirondacks and BYO tents. Facilities were the just-right mix of rustic-ness and functionality with a huge outdoor amphitheater, massive indoor lodge for meals, stage where the kids performed a skit!, AV equip, shower blocs - including outdoor showers! The location was ideal; it felt remote yet within 3 hours of SF and 20 min from the coast. An ample variety of external day trips were accessible - within 30 min drive we had people renting kayaks and taking kayak tours, hiking along the coast and thru old growth redwood groves, mountain biking all over and visiting heaps of wineries. Finally, your staff! They honestly cared about us - and proved it with their 24/7 high quality customer service... simply AWESOME! With the help of a small army of present and ex-tour leaders who know America as well as any group of people on this planet, we spent 3 months looking for the perfect venue for our reunion. During those 3 months we made 50 detailed searches, but once we found Camp Navarro, we knew we had found the perfect fit! Thank you Camp Navarro! See ya again for another reunion in 2022! read more

I attended a festival here at Camp Navarro this past weekend and it was one of the most nourishing festivals and getaways that I have ever been to. Camp Navarro was absolutely breathtaking and full of unique charm. Nestled among the redwoods - Camp Navarro is ideal for campers. It has showers, bathrooms, and is also right by a river - which allows for afternoon or night dips. You could feel the positive energy swirl around the camp - blessing everyone at the festival. Even the security staff boasted big smiles and positive energy. You can tell that Camp Navarro is run by kind people - by the beautiful vibes that moved throughout the space. If you ever get an opportunity to attend any sort of retreat or event here - go. You will find yourself breathing insync with nature and the bliss of Mendocino air. Trust. read more

Came here last weekend and really enjoyed myself with a few friends... very compelling environment to be in... being completely surrounded by trees and no noise what so ever is something you just have to experience... If you need a break from technology or from the city this is the place you NEED to be... The staff is also kind and very helpful with anything you need... Felt very at home with them around! read more

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Great somewhat unknown camping / boy scout ground in the Redwoods' Anderson Valley, a little over two hours North of San Francisco. The camp is literally in the woods but easy to find if you follow the signs. Accommodation: small wooden huts (with 5 bunk beds), half-open sheds (8 bunk beds), and tents. There is lots of space for activities - a large meadow, an amphitheater, a river, hiking trails that lead to an archery ranch and to a stargazer point. There is also a club house with conference rooms and kitchen. I was there for a corporate event and had tons of fun, I especially enjoyed the peaceful nature of the camp. They also host summer camps for kids and a music festival once a year. read more

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Hands down, the easiest five stars to give. As a car camping enthusiast, especially in the Redwoods, there is nowhere quite like Camp Navarro. Literally a couple minutes from dozens of exceptional wineries situated throughout the famed Anderson Valley, this is the perfect place to unwind after a day in the vineyards. With a recent change of stewardship, this historic site is being impeccably cared for by a warm, personable staff. Amenities include numerous private cabins, group camping sites, and a full service lodge equipped with a professional kitchen. Hot showers, oversized fire pits, outdoor movie screens-even an amphitheater-can be found throughout the grounds. Given the property's strategically placed facilities throughout its 83 acres, CV could easily handle a full sized company retreat. For outdoor enthusiasts, there's private hiking trails through endless towering old growth redwood groves. Also an archery range, canoeing, climbing walls...I'll stop here and leave the rest to be discovered. This is the ultimate venue for anyone planning a wedding or special event. A best kept secret in Mendocino, and must see to believe it actually exists. read more

Camp Navarro - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Navarro, California

Wow, what a gorgeous place! We attended a wedding there recently. They had rented the whole place and although we stayed in an Inn at a town nearby, many guests availed themselves of the cabins and open Adirondack bunks. Being out in the middle of a redwood forest was really nice. The wedding ceremony was held in a gorgeous area deep in the woods, but not too far a walk from the main area. The lodge where we had a sit-down dinner after the wedding (for close to 200 people) was really nice. After a nice dinner, we listened to live music indoors and out (there's a 10:00 pm outdoor noise curfew). Definitely one of the most, if not the most beautiful venue I've ever been fortunate enough to attend a wedding at. read more

This place is amazing! The staff was wonderful. We had a reunion starting Aug. 1st. 2018. Beautiful area and we could be as loud as we wanted. You could put up a tent, rent a cabin or teepee. So many choices it was difficult to pick. The staff was friendly and helped us with anything we needed. They made this place a fun place to stay and good food also! It is a memory I will never forget! Thank you so much camp Navarro! read more

I spent the weekend at Camp Navarro attending an event, and really enjoyed the facility. The location is beautiful - a nice mix of redwood forest and open clearings, with the river running through it. The staff was great, and I enjoyed several of the activities - the climbing wall, the archery range, and the rope swing into a swimming hole in the Navarro River. Their catered food was really quite good in the realm of buffets serving a couple of hundred people, and they were generous with the portion sizes for those with a hunger. Campsite facilities were pretty good if a bit varied. My group's site (Comanche) had several quite-nice cabins with power and, I believe, heat; they looked like the upper end of the range. (I didn't sleep in one, though.) Showers were good with plenty of hot water. Toilets were OK if not great: they're flush toilets, but are simultaneously pretty cramped and a bit exposed-feeling. The buildings aren't lit, adding an element of challenge. read more

Absolutely spectacular venue for anyone who has a deep appreciation for nature, is seeking exceptional grounds, an extraordinary staff and a second to none setting for any type of event, whether it be personal or professional. I've been attending an event for the last 6 years that Camp Navarro hosts annually and from each year to the next they just keep rising the bar and exceeding our expectations. The campgrounds are beautiful and spacious and you can even rent your own teepee and shower in their remodeled outdoor showers! Cannot recommend Camp Navarro enough if you're seeking to inspire, connect, dive deeply and have a profoundly impactful experience. read more

This place is really, really special. My fiance and I came up to check it out as a wedding venue. It's a shame that Alicia didn't have a great exp with the staff because ours was incredible. Chris was great on the phone; and on the property, Skip and Rob and their families went out of their way to took care of us. By the way, if they're reading this - thank you again SO much. As a wedding venue it would've been EPIC. I imagined a HUGE DIY bbq wedding outside the old lodge (there's an amazing grill), bands playing through the night in the meadow, a no-host bar at the "crafts" table, and games at the old shooting range, archery field, or Huckleberry Hollow - vestiges of the boy scout camp that make the place extra special. And not to mention, a lot of just crazy shenanigans on all those acres and acres of beautiful redwood forest next to the Navarro river. We'd hand downs have had our wedding here if weren't for the long drive from Oakland, as we have family coming from the East Coast. However, we WILL be back with some friends to camp in the "villages"with open air cabins. It's a great place to spend a weekend, and It'd also be a great base to explore the rest of Anderson Valley and Mendocino. read more

WORST PLACE EVER FOR PRIVATE EVENTS! (the staff is the worst) Yes this place is beautiful, but save your troubles and plan your events elsewhere. Well-- This place came under my radar because I work in events and wanted to throw a 40 person camp out for my best friends 30th birthday party. The reviews were great, even the staff seemed really sweet and helpful. UNTIL the misinformation and unprofessionalism came into play. Christopher Brodeur their very misinformed and flat out rude special events planner gave me the run around for weeks with changing information each time I spoke with him. Finally at contract signing time, the agreement that is standard for events (never changing policies) come out and it turns out most of what Chris had to say was completely against the land policy. Finally when I got frustrated with weeks of planning and zero result at this point-- and time ticking until party time I emailed him very clearly pointing out his varying information and my points of confusion. He emails me back referring me to another camp three weeks before the party, all because he cannot handle his breakdown communication issue. Then there was Catherine Christensen who I asked to speak to when Christopher forgot his customer service etiquette and this was the response to my email, "Our property is not set up in such a way to accommodate outdoor camping especially as many as 80 campers. We are also in the middle of winter and it is likely we could experience snow storms during this time of year particularly at our elevation." Helllooo... if I cared about camping in the rain I wouldn't have inquired about it, let alone for 40 people (which was already pre arranged and quoted to us). This place obviously has a communication issue, and until they resolve it or at least get rid of their incompetents DO NOT BOOK WITH THEM. It would have saved me two months of planning! Here is the link of the camp they referred us to for our event, note it is closed during these months. Another piece of misinformation from a bunch of incompetents. http://www.camprancheria.com/Camp_Rancheria/Welcome.html read more

Welcome to Camp Navarro. So you're the new replacement... You're out of uniform, soldier! WHERE IS YOUR POWER ARMOR? Don't have any? You expect me to believe that, maggot? The truth is you've lost an expensive piece of army issue equipment. That sum is gonna come out of your pay. And you remain in this man's army until you're 510 years old, which is the number if years it will take for you to pay for a Mark 2 Power Combat Armor you have lost! Report to the armory and have a new suit issued to you, then report back to me, private! Dismissed! Those paper-shuffling jackasses! How the hell do they expect me to run this unit if they keep shortchanging me on supplies! Double-time it over to the armory and get your issue, then report back to me! DISMISSED! Soldier, you're still out of uniform. I gave you direct order to report to supplies and get your issue. NOW GET OUT OF MY FACE AND DON'T COME BACK UNTIL YOU LOOK LIKE A SOLDIER! This is the second time you're caught without uniform, soldier! THERE WILL NOT BE A THIRD! Excellent! You're in uniform now, so I'm gonna give you a rare opportunity. We're gonna start it over, as if I never met your sorry ass. Would you like that, soldier? What was that? Did you forget something, maggot? I'M NOT A SIR! I WORK FOR LIVING, YOU MO-RON! You will call me "sergeant" or "sergeant Dornan"! Do you understand me? If I like you, you can call me "Sarge". But guess what? I DON'T LIKE YOU! DO YOU UNDERSTAND?! Outstanding. Proceed to the double to the hangar where you'll stand guard duty. You'll do a fine job. DO YOU UNDERSTAND? YOU MO-RON! You're not to question my orders! When I say jump, you jump. When I say fight, you fight. When I tell you to die for your country, then you will certainly die! HAVE I MADE MYSELF CLEAR?! What are you doing here? Get back at your guard post! Mo-ron! If I see you away from your post again, this would be a sorriest day of your short life! You're a danger to us all. That will end now! This is base is on alert, and I don't recognize you. Show me your papers, soldier! Wrong answer, maggot. You are to carry your papers with you at all times, and you should know that! read more

Let me start by saying Mendocino is special place so in turn Camp Navarro is a special place. My wife and I had our wedding there and everything was pretty amazing except for a few bumps in the road. Skip made sure everything we needed was available and some. Hat's off to Skip. After our wedding was done we were supposed to get a refund from money Camp Navarro had held as a third party from guest that had paid on their site. To our surprise not only did they no return our $18,000.00 plus dollars they some how billed us for labor that had never been discussed. We were billed $25 an hour for parking attendants that we never had, unless you count 9 and 10 year olds holding signs (which I am pretty sure is illegal). Or if you count paying $250 for a coffee service and then charging us $30 an hour for somebody to make the coffee and stand around. Also the owner charged us for his time as well as charging us overtime. I own a business and I would never charge somebody hourly on top of my fee or my wife for that matter (which they did). I would recommend Mendocino but I would not recommend Camp Navarro as a place to do business. read more

It is really hard for me to write this review because....I want to keep this amazing place a secret and all to myself! Camp Navarro is pure magic. We just spent the most amazing three days camping at the property. The setting is beautiful, the grounds are immaculate and there is an amazing sense of peace and tranquility through out. Our children were able to roam freely, ride their bikes, make hand made bows and arrows, play on the wonderful green and in the river. We truly enjoyed the family evening with the Banjo band and s'mores at the fire pit. Bob, Skip, Chris, Darcy & the rest of the Camp Navarro family were so welcoming and accommodating. We didn't want to come back home and we can't wait to return! Best part...no cell phone service... Thank you Camp Navarro for creating such an intimate and family oriented campground. We are fans for life! read more

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This review has nothing to do with the campground itself, only about customer service. I am going for a wedding next month, I am sure it is beautiful. What is not acceptable is their complete lack of communication. First, I emailed months ago asking if the campground has "full hookups" (water and electricity) for an RV. No return email. Ever. Then I called multiple times, no return call. Ever. Then the bride finally got a hold of someone and I was told, yes, full hookups. Wrong. So now I am emailing and calling trying to cancel the RV site and have them refund the credit card payment since I now have had to reserve a hotel room in Ukiah, an hour away, when I could have reserved a room 10 minutes away had someone communicated with me immediately that there were no hookups. Worst communication ever, despite the reviews saying the locale is beautiful read more

Came here for a yoga festival and it is amazing. There is a little creek that you can hike. During the hike, you would also find an arrow shooting range. I had the teepee tent which super comfortable. The queen bed is set on a platform makes the bed warm and comfortable at night. There are also wineries around the area. I only check out the Pennyroyal Farm since it produces cheese and wine, highly recommend. The camp Navarro definitely worth checking out if there are events or host event at this magical land read more

Camp Navarro is a special place, a gem of a location tucked among gorgeous redwoods with the Navarro River running through it - a fun rope swing is ready to go any time and there is great swimming when the water is high (for young kids, that's most of the time). I have read some of the comments in prior reviews about trouble with the back office, and it's important for anyone reading these to understand that there has been a change in management, Skip who runs the place on site is still there, but new ownership has settled in that operates with the highest degree of sincerity, integrity and kindness. The goal of Camp Navarro is to provide people an easy, rustic yet comfortable communion with nature. And they do it well. The group campgrounds are spacious with fun 3-walled cabins for comfortable sleeping. The food preparation is at a level beyond what you'd expect in any kind of typical camp environment; the teepees you can have arranged are also very cool - some of the photos here will show you what I mean. The archery range is super fun; and there is no shortage of both easy and challenging hiking through rolling forested hills. If all this weren't enough Navarro is a Stone's throw from several wineries, breweries and local products from this lovely section of Mendocino County. The best part of Navarro and its new management is their commitment to preserving native traditions of the land and supporting local productivity. When I was there I was exposed to totem carving, fragrance making from herbs and plants foraged on the site, and a tasting of local beers and wines. And if you just want to take in the quiet beauty of the kind of place that seems touched with some kind of ancient magic (we've all experienced this feeling, I hope), this should be on your list. read more

Why is this such a great place to camp? - Truly beautiful setting among redwoods - The layout is perfect: once you leave your tent or cabin and go grab a coffee, everything is right there. Many picnic tables with umbrellas (how thoughtful) to protect you from the sun and allow you to enjoy a cup of coffee on a sunny morning! Water fountain to fill your bottle, and clean bathrooms! A huge field for games or to congregate with your group. A basketball hoop on one side for your kids, and you can watch them from the hammock under the redwoods. Painting area with plenty of material for you or your little ones to get creative. Amphitheater on the other side, which fits easily 200 people. The huge fire pit is surrounded by benches, across field from the dining hall. Volleyball net right next to it, and a clear water creek to skip rocks or cool down just a few feet away. A big stage adjacent close enough for all to see, yet far enough not to bother those who want peace and quiet. At night, bistro lights illuminate the main area, which makes it look festive, yet still rustic, private and charming. It sounds busy, but it's so ample that it's not. Everything is close enough, yet perfectly spaced out. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Would love to go back! read more

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I have been putting on an annual nonprofit fundraising event at Camp Navarro for the past four years cannot recommend the place highly enough. The setting is impossible to beat with redwood trees galore, a river running thought the property and a number of different options for overnight accommodations including cabins, Adirondack shelters and tons of room for tent camping. Camp Navarro used to be a Boy Scout Camp and then was purchased by these guys and transitioned into an event venue. As with any new business there they have gone through some growing pains over the past number of years, but they have really hit their stride recently. There has been some major changes in personnel and management since last summer and my experience working with the new team has been nothing but positive. I see a number of reviews where people commented about lack of communication in past years, but these guys are totally on the ball now. It they can host my 4 day / 1,000 person event with ease, I am sure they will do an excellent job with whatever event you thinking of hosting their as well. Steve read more

This is the first review I've ever written, and it comes after many attempts to address this issue via email and phone over the past six months (which is where I'd much prefer to handle these kinds of things). After reading other reviews on Yelp, it's pretty clear this is a recurring theme, and so it seemed important to inform other people that this continues to be an issue w/ what otherwise is a very special place. My wife and I were married there last August, and the venue itself was excellent in so many ways. Also, once we were on site the team there was very welcoming, accommodating and on-point (thanks Skip!) over the course of the weekend. Unfortunately the beautiful setting and great people on-site have been significantly soured by the poor organization and terrible communication from the business side. It was the planning, contracting and commercial elements of this that were an absolute nightmare, to say the least. Today, Camp Navarro is more than 6 months overdue in repaying us ~$5,000 that they are contractually obligated to have returned to us (prepayments, security deposits etc). Our biggest challenge before the event was communication. We signed a contract and paid a significant deposit in January of 2015, and I will acknowledge that they were going through a bit of a management transition during that time, but even when our new point of contact (Deborah) was identified, it was clear we were not a priority for her. There were numerous instances where there were MONTHS of radio silence despite numerous attempts by email and phone to plan and coordinate. This added significant and undue stress to a wedding planning process as we were attempting to provide information to our 130 guests - and the only place we could get that information was from Camp Navarro. To give a specific example, in addition to booking the venue and accommodations we had contracted w/ Camp Navarro to provide a number of meals over the course of the weekend. In April we thought it would be a reasonable time to discuss the specific menus and requested that we have that conversation w/ Camp Navarro's caterer. We were put off as they were interviewing new caterers - which seemed reasonable. Finally, after many requests and prodding, on June 27th, we were put in touch with a caterer. We were pretty frustrated with the fact that it was so late and also with the fact that Camp Navarro did little to no prep themselves with the caterer and we had to give them a download of the event and do all the planning - if we'd known that to be the case, we would have contracted directly with a caterer ourselves and gotten that item taken care of months before. But at that point we just needed to get it done, so we followed-up with the caterer. And followed-up. And followed-up. After hearing nothing for those couple of weeks, on July 8th we received an email from Camp Navarro stating the the caterer they'd put us in touch with was not going to be able to provide service at the price point we'd agreed on w/ Camp Navarro, and that they were going to put us in touch with another, local to Mendocino, caterer to work with. We were 5 weeks out from our wedding at this point with no opportunity or time to find another caterer ourselves, and so we jumped right in with that caterer. Brief aside to note that Oui Chef did an excellent job in turning around menus and providing great food and solid service throughout the weekend (shout-out to Chef Rocco!) - BUT there was so much unnecessary stress put on us and the event in the last couple of weeks (when we had a few better things to be focused on) due to the complete lack of organization and terrible communication shown by the business/planning team at Camp Navarro (Deborah). Just one illustrative example of how frustrating and impossible this organization was before our wedding. After the wedding, per our contract Camp Navarro had 60 days to perform final review and accounting and perform final closeout. I followed up on November 15, 2015 (60 days after our event, and also during their low season) and was told it would be completed shortly. I followed-up every month or so for the past many months and still have not received any detail or indeed any real response. Camp Navarro owes us $1000 security deposit as well as ~$4000 to refund prepayments we made as part of our deposits for accommodations that were ultimately paid by our guests directly to Camp Navarro on a website they set up for the wedding. This can no longer be chalked up to a management transition and is squarely on poor management which includes Dan B who seems to have responded to other similar posts on here. If you decide to hold an event here, know that you're getting a lovely venue with some great people on site, but expect enormous delays, terrible communication, a bad contract that they're unwilling to adjust for different events and potentially some financial dispute. read more

We had our corporate off-site at Camp Navarro, and I could NOT have been happier about the outcome. The staff was out-of-this-world, the grounds were gorgeous, the cabins were incredible, and even the FOOD (yes, "camp" food) was AMAZING. I was a little bummed that we had rain while we were there, but that's what you get when you aim for the end of April. They had activities planned and ready for our group, and we all had such a great time. It was so easy working with Cala and Dan to get everything set up. This place and group of people come HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!! Thanks again for all you did to make this a successful event for our team!! read more

This is a unique place that provides an opportunity to step back into a simpler time. The camp is nestled amongst gorgeous redwoods and speckled throughout with beautiful surprises. My personal favorite is the Nature's Nest created by a nature artist. Our kids were able to explore trails, ride their bikes, play in the swimming holes and enjoy all the fun activities the camp offers. We chose an Adirondack (3 sided cabin) and woke to lovely sunshine filtering through the redwoods and the sounds of nature. There are new showers and bathrooms which scored points in my book. Camp Navarro is also close to the Mendocino coast and minutes from the Anderson Valley Wineries. We were there only two days and could have easily enjoyed Camp Navarro and the surrounding areas for a week. What a gem! read more

I truly can't say enough wonderful things about Camp Navarro and their very accommodating team. I held a company-wide off-site there a couple of weeks ago for around 300 people and had a great experience. To start, I inquired about renting the space back in March and was replied to promptly by one of the owners, Dan. He helped to explain all of the important aspects to planning an event at the camp and even offered for me to take a visit to the site before making a decision. That being said, I chose to visit the site a few weeks later and was able to get a full understanding of what the camp could offer to my guests. While there, I also met another owner, Skip, who was able to give me more insight into accommodations, activities, and other aspects of the camp. I spent a couple of hours there getting to know both of them along with the camp, which made me feel extremely comfortable moving forward in booking the space. Between March and August, I was introduced to our event coordinator, Cala, who was amazing with helping me plan the event (I am 3 hours away from the space). Cala, Dan, Skip, and myself were in constant contact over those months leading up to our event and were able to answer the million questions that I had in a timely fashion. When it came to hosting the event, I arrived a day before my guests to help with setting up and making sure that we were all set to go the next day. Cala and Skip were very calm and helpful during this time and I truly can't imagine doing this without them! The day of our guest arrival, everything went smooth (so smooth that it scared me!) and there were not any issues with the camp, facilities, activities, or accommodations. Our guests had the time of their lives and can't stop talking about all of the fun that they had during our off-site. Honestly, they keep asking me when we can go back! HUGE thank you to Skip, Dan, Cala, and the rest of the Camp Navarro team. You guys helped to create a magical experience for my team and fostered an environment that allowed for so many wonderful memories to be made. read more

I didn't want to come home...my 10 year old son summed the experience up best... "this is great, we don't have any schedules!".... Napping in the hammocks strung between the quiet, majestic Redwoods!.... Oh...and sleeping in the Adirondacks....(3 sided cabins ~ like a dollhouse, one of the kids described it!)....right in the middle of the Redwoods....and the MOON....did I tell you about the MOON! Oh...the smells, sittin' in the creek.......the kids were so FREE...like we all need to be....!!! I'm going back again and again and again!.... read more

We had our wedding at Camp Navarro in September. Although the venue itself is beautiful and incredible, the management and organization of the property is horrendous. They took weeks to return our emails, they had terrible communication with us and there was poor internal communication amongst their own staff. On multiple occasions they promised they would get back to us regarding inventory of supplies but then never followed through, making us spend more money on rentals than necessary. They state that a wedding coordinator is included; however, this is a very loose term, and it is more just a point person who will communicate with the outside wedding coordinator that you hire separately. They didn't give us much input about what people who had had weddings there before us did so our planning started from scratch. There was essentially no help with setup/break down (except one woman named Nedjma who was very helpful). The food was delicious but we were going off faith because they don't allow you to do any tastings and your only option is to use their catering. Luckily Chef Mitch is actually really good and exceeded our expectations. It was pretty awesome to have the whole property to ourselves and have all of our friends and family stay onsite in the cabins and glamping tents. In the end, our wedding was great but Camp Navarro staff made wedding planning very stressful. read more

Camp Navarro is an amazing place, perfect for a weekend getaway from the busyness of life. We've visited and stayed at the camp a couple of times and thoroughly enjoyed both visits. The management takes a great care of the grounds and all the facilities. The cleanliness and care of the camp makes the experience so much more enjoyable. read more

What an incredible place! I recently visited Camp Navarro with my family for the second time. It is truly magical. It's the type of spot that you wish existed...and it does! Everything about this place is special. It feels a million miles away in all the best ways. As a mom of three young girls, I especially appreciate that Camp Navarro offers the perfect balance of freedom for my kids and peace and quiet for the adults, and all in a safe, natural, and beautiful environment. Don't make the mistake of bringing along too much "stuff." Part of the fun at Camp Navarro is exploring and finding your adventure. From rock climbing to a long run around the grounds to ping pong to reading book in the hammock -- do yourself a favor and go experience this place. It is just breathtaking. We went with a few other families and had just an amazing long weekend. I can't imagine the staff being any more helpful or welcoming. They were fantastic from start to finish. The grounds are immaculate and perfect for an event, party or wedding. We will absolutely be back to Camp Navarro and intend to make this a family tradition year after year. Thank you for an unforgettable vacation, Camp Navarro! read more

The management and pricing are absolutely horrible. Worst customer service ever and that's saying a lot from someone who grew up in NYC. Most of these reviews have to be staged. An owner named Bob was totally unprofessional and a classic used car salesman. He was bait and switching on the pricing and was really cheesy and rude. We dealt with too many others to name but all were total hacks and misinformed. These people are not suited for hospitality. The property/trees are nice but no sugar coating can get around the fact that the place is old and run down. Cabins are decrepit and have no insulation, bedding or finished floors, lights. There are tons of ticks and poison oak and the river was basically dry. This is a summer spot or you will be wet/foggy, cold and in the shade the rest of the year. My fiance summed up and when she said there was something really fishy about these people. They are not worth your time and frustration, go elsewhere. read more

This place is very unique. The land is beautifully nestled with the navarro river running through it, redwood trees, aromas of native plants and spacious open sunny spaces. The activites from line dancing, rock wall climbing, tug a war, and yoga made this a relaxing fun vacation for the whole family. The mexican food was authentic and delicious. The open air cabins nestled in the trees felt like camping without the backache. The lodge was big and cozy overlooking the redwood trees. The staff was so helpful and welcoming. I would recommend camp navatro for a weekend getaway or a big wedding. It has something for everyone! A true mendocino gem! read more

Camp Navarro is an astonishingly beautiful site, deep in the heart of the redwoods. The staff cares deeply about the camp and all those who visit it. My fiance and I reached out to the Camp Navarro team with some questions about holding our wedding there and they invited us and our friends to stay at the camp for the weekend. Bob, Christopher, Skip, and others went out of their way to make us feel welcome, to give us a tour, and to answer all of our questions. They have an inspiring vision for transforming what was a rustic Boy Scouts camp into a vibrant, comfortable, and environmentally conscious space that would be fantastic for weddings, retreats, large group events, summer camps, etc. We're grateful to have spent a few days there, and look forward to returning. read more

Did a men's camp here with our church and had a blast. Beautiful property and cabins and lodge were clean and ready for us. Plenty of room for activities. Note that HWY 128 is the only way in and out. Tried a different way home and the road was a nightmare. 128 is windy and slow but it is in the fact the fastest way. read more

I spent a day and a night at this property this past spring. There is something about this niche piece of land that provides for an experience to step away from the fast paced, technology-centric world we live in and connect or reconnect to a sense of place, time, and awareness of a scope much more extensive than the societal norms of our daily lives. I have worked in outdoor settings in the past, but for many of my recent years, I have not been in the outdoor setting as much. Spending time eating lunch by a river, walking the property, and spending a night underneath massive trees, I was reminded of how important it is to take the time to experience places like Navarro. If you want to experience the region, you take a short drive to the coast for some beach time or spend time walking through the nearby state park. You can also head down into wine country to enjoy a relaxing day of wine tasting or head up to Mendocino for some coastal hospitality. read more