I camp everywhere. This campsite is by far the most beautiful I have ever seen. I'm talking about a…read morecampsite layout .. this spot is a 1/2 mile long dirt road off the pavement .. a road that takes you into the forest, a forest that happens to have benches and pits. This is a nature lovers paradise, if you're not a whiner. No running water, sounds natural Lots of flying insect, sounds natural No electricity or lighting, sounds natural My point, it's called camping and getting away from the city I encountered cows, Deer, wood peckers and other nature residents. I came prepared and enjoyed nature at its best. The restrooms are clean, the sites are shady and surrounded by fur trees, every 20 ft was a tree.. you can't even see my truck in the shade under the giant. Would recommend, I just don't want it full and booked when I need it..

Beautiful and quiet campground! We booked this for memorial day weekend as it was the last…read morecampground in California for the 3 day weekend. You will be driving in onto a dirt road that can get a little wobbly from the water runoff, but once inside, there are about 10 camp spots that are enclosed in beautiful tall trees. To the right is a beautiful meadow that catches the morning dew with the sunrise. Pack in your own drinking and washing water as this campground is primitive with no running water. Don't be concerned about the toilets, as the camp host is great about keeping it spotless. One quick note though is that the host does not sell firewood at this campsite, so be prepared to drive two sites down to pick some up. Its a 5 min drive to the Trail of 100 Giants, which is an easy stroll. 10/10 would come back again!

As of May 2026, all water has to be boiled, per State of California. Come with your water tank full…read moreor buy bottled water for drinking. Very nice staff. Sites closer together than I prefer but it was quiet. We brought more people than can sleep in our RV so we usually set up a small tent. When making the reservation they said we could set up a tent next to our RV but we were not comfortable with neighbors so close. Restrooms at office had screen door only. When stepping out of the shower, I felt exposed to entire campground, especially at night with lights on inside. Before coming to this place again, I would call and ask if some of these issues have been resolved.

Eagles nest is a nice rv stop. Very nice grounds and the management is fantastic. Close to hwy but…read more there was no noise at all. Wonderful place.

Great place for family and friends great area lots to do can't wait to go back ! The drive up is…read morealso so amazing

Alright, I'm sort of hesitant to not write a review as I feel like I want to keep it "my little…read moresecret". But this place is amazing. Amazing views, a short walk to some waterfalls and streams, full hook ups on both sides (EG: you can pull in on either direction). The only 2 knocks I have; the sites seem like they could be a little tight if you don't camp with a friend (and have 2 spots together) to get 1 combined campsite. And the terrain isn't really level so there is some adjusting and leveling to be done on your rig. But either way 5 out of 5. We will 100% be back on a later date.

We had our wedding here last October and this place is seriously amazing - if you're looking to…read morehave an outdoor wedding this is the place you want to go to. Just look at the photos! Even in the fall it was pretty..and we have also been here in the spring when it's greener and the flowers are in bloom, so perfect! There is a river running through the property (duh, that's probably where it gets the name), and there's multiple places on-site to have the ceremony. I want to get married all over again, just to have another big evet here, it was seriously so perfect. One of my favorite parts was the amazing rustic gazebo where you'd have your reception/dance area. They have cool lanterns and white lights strung, lighting and a sound system already hooked up for you. We barely had to do any decorating (just the tables). The tables and chairs for everything also came with the rental of the facility. Speaking of, it was a really good deal, especially because you are able to be there Friday through Sunday. We were able to be there for a few hours on Friday for rehearsal, and a bit of setup, then all day Saturday, and we were also there for hours on Sunday morning cleaning up and we explored the property a bit after that as well. If you cross the river, there are pastured with animals (horses, chickens, etc.). We used an iPod/mp3 player for our of our wedding music, and it was extremely convenient to do that here. Where you would have your ceremony, they have speakers set up so all you have to do is plug it in and have someone controlling it. Same thing with the reception area. Some other random things worth noting: they have a brand new bridal cabin where you can get ready, they have bathrooms, beer & wine only (you have to pay for their bartender, too), they have a HUGE fire pit (smores were a huge hit at our wedding, with everyone!), they have a kitchen & bar area, tons of different places on site to take photos, lots of parking, the owner had tons of things available for us to use as decor (lots of vases, bottles, easels, tables, baskets, etc.). Gary (the owner) was extremely helpful with all of our questions and concerns, he can also marry you - which is a plus if you're looking for someone to do that. They offer food options if you want to go for that, but we went with a caterer out of Porterville (Cherry Tree Catering, so good!). You can also rent all of your linens through them, which was also convenient. Us and ALL of our guests were SO impressed with this place (they still talk about how cool it was) I will definitely suggest this place to ANYONE having a wedding.

River Ridge Ranch is an amazing venue for a DIY wedding, but they're also flexible if you'd like…read morethem to take care of certain things (eg. tableware, servers). Gary and his crew are amazing, helpful, and accommodating throughout the planning process. There's a bar area, a reception area with a covered pavilion/gazebo (heat lamps and curtain enclosures are available in cooler weather) a fire pit for s'mores and a huge barn area with its own seating that's set off from the main entrance, perfect for the ceremony. There were a lot of supplies available to borrow for the set up and big day, so don't be afraid to ask Gary for specific things before you go out and buy them yourself. We loved that he provided all chairs and tables, and even some decorations: lanterns, vases, a card box, etc. We got married October 19th and the weather was perfect! Our guests could not stop talking about what an amazing and beautiful venue we had chosen. No one was in a rush to leave! There are some trails for exploring, a river nearby, and so many nooks with seating for people to spend time relaxing outdoors. We love that the owners host outdoor educational programs as well as community concerts/gatherings. We definitely felt good about supporting this business in our community, our wedding was perfect!

This place was awesome!! The host , Ms. Dee , is wonderful!! So close to different things(trail of…read moreHundred giants, dome rock, wishon water hole!!). If your looking to get away from the city and enjoy the beauty of nature, this little gem in Ponderosa, CA is your best bet!!

Another fabulous stay with Dee Graham. I have stayed at other B&Bs that Dee managed and reviewed…read morethem here. This was a spur of the moment get away and I said to my wife let's call and see if Dee has room. The Cabin was available to we invited our younger son and his wife and kid to join us. Everything was perfect; road conditions were we good, tourists weren't a hassle and fortunately Western Divide Highway was OPENED for our return trip home...this time through Kernville. Everything about Mountain Top B&B was great. This winter brought lots and lots of snow, Dee's car was still buried and sustained body damage as a result. The Cabin easily accommodated our four adults plus a toddler. The Ponderosa Lodge (next door) offered up cocktails and grub and a fun crowd of mountain madness lovers. I promised Dee we would return very soon...and we will.

Well what can we say, we stayed the Thursday before Labor Day 2019 and we're the only ones at the…read morelodge we had the chance to experience the entire property. We saw plenty of deer very very close. the creek had a nice little bench and we ate blackberries. we made a campfire in the provided fire pit and really enjoyed the evening the large grassy area was perfect for frisbee or football or just running around and being silly

This is one of our favorite places to visit during the summer or winter. It's a very small town but…read morethe beauty of the place and all the games and family boards that they have really make it special. Only one place to eat. So it's a bit challenging especially since we are super healthy organic eaters, but we figure for one or two nights especially since we bring some healthy stuff with us, it's ok.

These motel rooms are infested with bedbugs and roaches!!! Me and my kids are all bit up and the…read morefood we bought, we had to throw away since roaches got all in the mini fridge too. The extra bedding be brought from home, trash; food, trash; stay, miserable. Stayed just one night, cut our trip short while we try to find somewhere else to stay. I doubt the cleaning lady even spit cleans dump. I'm sure bedding is never washed. Absolute horrible experience. Fairview is an excellent place for camping, McNallys Steakhouse has excellent dining. But the lodging is far from acceptable and should be shut down by health inspectors. LODGE AT OWN RISK! YUCK!

McNally's is basically the only show in town for miles and miles. That being said it is a solid…read moreMotel with more amenities than is customary. My room was clean, the bedding is dated Except for the sheets which are brand new in very clean and changed daily. The cleaning staff was exceptional during my stay I had the opportunity to watch them clean the six rooms multiple times. They do a thorough job and they change all the sheets and pillowcases daily. There is a general store attached that sells everything you could possibly need in this area, if there are any exceptions I couldn't come up with any. The burger joint on stand Is the only source for food court for miles and miles and at least about a 40 minute drive. For a simple burger joint the menu is extensive. The breakfast menu is also extensive. The food is decent, and some of it is exceptionally good - milk shakes are insanely good. McNally's restaurant which is home of the 40 ounce Porterhouse and pretty much a legend in this area is also on site. It is open Thursday through Sunday only. Behind the rooms is more excitement, hidden but a lot back there. It took me two days in the hotel to figure out the back actually had things to offer. There is a horseshoe pit and a fire pit - but those ate not all for the best features. There is a steel and wooden bridge that goes across the river. The bridge accesses river swimming, a party place underneath the bridge, and multiple trails to hike. If you're not camping I highly recommend McNally's.

Sleeping was a bit rough and getting in was a bit unorganized. They only allow one car down to…read moreunload at a time and we waited an hour. Then we had to rush to set up what we could and get ready for the swim test (Adults take it as well). If you can, I'd recommend changing into your swimwear when you are waiting for that hour to go down. They do t allow open toed shoes either. I'd bring a pair only for shower/bathroom runs. Crocs with closed toes or swim shoes are super helpful here. The lake is beautiful, the skits by the campfire are fun, and the streams are just wonderful. The cubbies also did archery and BB guns when we were there but there wasn't time for the grown ups. They also have a mini golf set up out of natural elements which is cute. If you can survive the hot and the long walks and sleeping arrangements, the crafts/activities, and location are lovely. Many people had blisters. Bring a safety pin to pop them if you get them and band aids to wrap them or better yet, band aids to apply before they happen. Good luck on your adventure!

I attended with my son's troop this summer and came away disappointed…read more This camp has a lot of potential, with a location at about 4500' in a ponderosa pine forest in the southern Sierra with a creek and a pond. There were many excellent staff members with decades of Scouting experience. The shooting sports and crafts were some of the best parts of camp. There were plenty of boats to paddle around the pond. The adult training programs were useful. There's a good hike before breakfast to Sentinel Peak. The campfire programs were lively. The adult restrooms were clean and had heated showers part of the day. The camp welcomed both boy and girl troops and had both boys and girls as counselors. We had very little difficulty with biting insects. The price is a bargain compared to non-scout camps. Some of the negatives include: * Insufficient equipment: counselors lacked the materials they needed to teach properly. They lectured scouts about water treatment, but didn't have a filter or tablets to demonstrate. The axes were too large for younger scouts to use safely. The camp offered the Fishing merit badge, but didn't stock the lake and nobody caught a fish needed for the badge. * Understaffed and undertrained junior counselors: the Swimming merit badge counselors didn't teach the strokes needed, and camp lacked swim instructors to teach non-swimmers. The Trail to First Class program should have been separated by ranks and better focused on junior scouts mastering specific skills needed to advance. Some badges were taught by young teen counselors with limited knowledge and were poorly planned and timed, frustrating our younger boys. * Fire damage: it wasn't publicized well that parts of the camp burned last fall, along with most of the valley around camp. The entrance gate burned and the sign hasn't been replaced yet. * Heat: the camp is at low elevation in the southern Sierra's desert edge, and temperatures were over 100 degrees each day in the shade. (This was a warmer than average week.) Scouts spent a lot of time standing in lines in the direct sun. Staying cool became a primary focus of attention. * Sanitation: many places around camp reeked of sewage, including some near the dining hall away from the restroom. The hand washing stations were regularly nonfunctioning at the start of mealtime. Cows roamed through camp and poop in the pond where kids swim. * Tents: undermaintained, with leaks in the canvas, huge splinters on the floor, and non-functioning velcro on some of the doors. Many cots sagged due to missing springs. * Information sharing: we missed many daily announcements because staff weren't loud enough to hear. They got a bullhorn midweek but didn't use it consistently. Remembering verbal announcements over multiple days is also difficult. If the camp would have distributed a one-page printed schedule of activities to all participants on arrival, it would have been easier to plan for and keep track of opportunities. * COVID: there was no effort to control the spread of COVID, and very limited testing. People are packed tightly during meal times. People who became ill were treated for dehydration, not COVID. At least a third of our troop tested positive in the two days after returning home. * Food - the worst I've seen at scout camps. Underwarmed frozen burritos, undercooked french toast, fruit salad that had gone sour. Several of the picky younger boys wouldn't eat. Long slow lines. But they did offer seconds! I think many of these issues could be solved by raising camp prices slightly to invest more in staff, facilities, and food. However, our troop is going elsewhere next summer.