We called today wanting more information about the club and do the three day stay they advertise on…read moretheir website. Instead of being given information we were told the stay was for people that are signing up and to try the Rv campground up the street. I was surprised since they have so many great reviews and disappointed we didn't get the opportunity to try it out.

We purchased a 17ft trailer a couple years ago and want to start using it more but we usually don't…read moreknow far in advance when we can go. We heard about Duncans Mills Camping Club so reached out to the owner for a trial stay. We were able to book a two night stay for the same week. We arrived and were greeted by Tina, who helped us pick a good spot for our trailer that was near the river and close to bathrooms and other amenities. The site was large and flat which made backing our trailer in very easy. It had a fire pit, grill, and picnic table. It was a short walk to the river's edge and beach which also had a huge grass are that you could sit on near the river. We took a great hike which was less than 2 miles from the campground where we hiked up to a ridge and could see the ocean. After the hike my husband used the very large hot tub. We didn't use the family area or adult area but looked at it. It had games, books, pool table and other things to do. The fitness room was on the back side of the building and had enough equipment to do a good workout. We went midweek so there were not very many campers so it was very quiet and peaceful. Only thing we had to watchout for was poison oak. The staff was there cutting it back in many sites. All in all it was a great stay. Staff was friendly and available for questions, facilities were good (bathroom was very clean and spacious), and campsites were large. We got the information while we were there about joining the club and are seriously considering it due to it's close proximity to bay area, amenities, flexibility of booking sites and cost if we will use it as much as we are hoping to.

My family used to camp here over 25 years ago so it was really nice to return with my grown…read morechildren & grandchildren. Just as beautiful as I remember. A few things to take into consideration before you go: there is no water, garbage cans (you pack out your own trash), you leave your car in parking lot and carry your gear in (wagons are super helpful), and no cell service. That being said it's pretty nice being off the grid for a few days. And really great for the kids to play in nature without electronics. All the sites are beautiful- some up a hill or across a creek bridge. I prefer not to carry my gear up a hill and have my tent on a flat space. You cannot reserve spots in advance- day of only. The campground also has the Pomo Canyon trail which leads to Shell Beach (maybe 5 miles of hiking). The grandkids were quite happy exploring the campground trails and creek. Campsites come with a picnic table & fire ring. There are a couple pit toilets in the campground (stinky of course). Yet this is a beautiful place- I'd say it's very peaceful & zen.

How long after we (humans, on Earth) are all gone will it be until Nature reclaims all we have…read moretaken? That was my thought when the girlfriend & I visited the Pomo Canyon Environmental Campground on a sunny Saturday afternoon. Nestled into the edge of a redwood grove, it's hard not to wonder because of how this place looks now that the campground is closed. It's been closed for a year now. Already the paths & the clearings for the camp sites are covered in a thick layer of detritus from the trees above. It's eerily silent. Like a ghost town without the town, only picnic tables, fire pits & a few outhouses. It felt like a glimpse into our post-Apocalyptic future. Who knows? Maybe the Mayans were right. Eh, probably my imagination getting the best of me. Anyway, even with the campground closed, there are still some nice, fern-lined trails that meander through the beautiful redwoods. Because the campground is closed, the gravel road leading to it is also closed. There's very limited parking back at the road & it's a short hike in. We explored the area a while in complete solitude & headed back for the car before it got dark. For a walk in the woods with absolutely no one else around, this is it. The Pomo Canyon Environmental Campground may be closed but it is, nonetheless, a good starting point for nice hikes in redwoods. It's also a place that may make you wonder what the world will be like without us.

Went with my friend on a private Salmon Creek ride. It was quite lovely. Beautiful scenery and…read morethe weather was perfect. Jay was an engaging and attentive guide. He regularly checked in to see that we were comfortable with the pace (my friend is a beginner rider). The horses seem well cared for and were relaxed on the trail. Sophie, who accompanied us, was also knowledgeable and interactive. Thank you both for a most enjoyable ride. i would definitely recommend Five Brooks if you want to experience some lovely trails around Bodega Bay.

Just had a fantastic time with my granddaughters (2.5, 5.5, and 7) horseback riding on sweet,…read moregentle horses. The staff, Jay and T, were amazing with the girls; they provided clear instructions while making sure everyone felt comfortable and safe. Thanks for the wonderful time!!!

We had an awesome experience at the Guerneville Lodge! The bed was super comfortable, the staff…read morewere incredibly friendly, and the shower pressure was excellent--such a nice surprise. The grounds were beautifully maintained and exactly what we were looking for. We especially loved the deck overlooking the river and the shared kitchen, which was well stocked and convenient. Honestly these one star reviews aren't fair, those people are probably idiots.

I stayed in room 7 upstairs, which had large windows with a view of the river and a claw foot tub…read more A comfy poster bed. Very nice room, well worth the rate. The place has a community feel. The people I saw there were family oriented and the kitchen / common area was organized and clean. Definitely not a party zone as some of the other reviewers claimed. Maybe they were talking about the camping area. The owner Al was around and he is very accommodating. I would stay there again.

My friends and I were originally going to go to Pomo Canyon, until we realized they were closed,…read moredue to construction. Then we happened to come upon Willow Creek. We left on a Friday morning, around 10ish, and the drive, from the East Bay, to this place was about two hours. Getting there was a bit hard. There was no sign to tell you where it was. So we missed our entrance by a little bit. It's before driving over the bridge and a restaurant, and you would have to make a right turn. Then you drive along a one way road for another 5-10 minutes and you will see a sign, directing you to the campgrounds. After arriving there, since this was our first time at Willow Creek, we had no idea where to pay/sign in, since it is a self-registration. We talked with a couple that stayed the night before and he was very helpful. There's a sign near the tree where you would have to take a slip, fill out that form, place the money inside and place it in a compartment where the ranger will then check it. It's $25/night and $8/vehicle. There are 11 campsites to choose from. Each, which are roughly a couple of feet from each other. Some are out near the walk-way, while a few others are in an enclosed area. The 11th campsite is about a mile from the parking area. We ended up with campsite 10, and it was such a hassle carrying all of our things over. We made about 4 trips, each, since we were staying for 3 days and 2 nights. We got all settled in, and explored the area. Each campsite has their own picnic table and a fire pit. There are only two pit toilets, which were less than 3 minutes walk from each other. Trees were every where, of course, and is close to a tree of mountains. You can find all kinds of creatures living there. Insects, amphibians, reptiles, deers, cows, coyotes, etc. It didn't seem like there were rangers there, so it felt as if you camped out with no authorities there. We chatted with a few other campers there, and they were really cool. Gave us some helpful information about things, on account of being first-time campers. Overall, this is a pretty decent place for a last minute camping trip. I'm not sure if I will come back though.

Beautiful camp site. Quiet and peaceful. We stayed in site #3 which can't be seen from the main…read morepath and has its own trail to the river and a beautiful rocky beach. The bathrooms are well maintained and the campground is mowed and maintained as well. We saw many animals including quail, deer, river otters, water fowl, a fox and had a racoon ransack some of our things left out on the table. The site has a fire pit, grill and picnic table. We stayed for 3 nights. The only draw back was the run in we had with a cougar/mountain lion/bob cat on our last night on the way to the bathrooms. I hid in the bathroom while my boyfriend scared it off so we could get back to our site. We left the next morning.

Amazing! The sites are pretty private and bathrooms are clean. There's currently no potable water…read morethough.

Must book 6 months in advanced. We managed to only book 1 night in August at campsite #4. Each site…read morecan have up to 8 campers and includes 1 car with reservation. Additional car is $8. This site was small but we made it work. We had a van and a sedan and 3 tents. We were pretty close to other campers and it was quiet by 9pm. We were just steps away from the beach which is wide and mostly free from debris. We even saw whales! Bathroom is clean. Bring your own hand soap. No showers. Water spigot close by. You can get firewood on site. Closest grocery is Pelican about 15 minutes away. There's raccoons. They got into our cooler and ate our grapes and took off with our butter that was in a ziplock bag. Don't estimate them. Use the wooden food cabinet. Note: No cellular reception.

Had a great time at reef campground, though I am glad we got a spot away from the highway at the…read moreend. Did some hiking along the coast, stayed petty warm there too because of trees and brush. The camo ghost was really helpful too!

My wife and I pulled in here today to see if there was any available camping sites. We saw that it…read morewas full, so we decided to just drive in to see what they looked like, so that we could possibly stay here next time we found ourselves coming up the Coast Highway 1. No sooner than we get into the park, and go to turn around at the end (no more than 3-5 minutes), an extremely rude ranger came up to try and write us a ticket for parking without paying. She tried to claim we had to have been there a couple hours since she did not see us coming into the park. After I called her on her B.S. she told me "I am a firm believer in Karma, so I won't write you a ticket this time." Sure, if by believing in Karma, she meant not blatantly trying to rip people off. You could tell by the look on her face that she knew she was in the wrong, but was trying to play it off. So after she said her spiel, I just ignored her as she kept on babbling, and took off....not worth the aggravation. Other than that, the campgrounds don't look too bad, although some are very close together. Unfortunately after a bad experience with park staff like this, I have no interest in returning, and will advocate the same to those that I know.

Such an incredibly special stay. The property is absolutely beautiful and peaceful with flowers and…read moregreenery EVERYWHERE. It felt so cozy and relaxing from the second we arrived. You wouldn't know you're still technically in town because it feels like you're tucked away!! Every tent was super spacey (we stayed in the Fab+) and there's a heated blanket which made the nights sooo comfortable. The bed was also super comfy! Each tent also has its own little private outside setup with chairs & table on the porch plus lounge chairs and a personal fireplace right outside. Like literally every single tent had its own private fireplace right outside. The staff was incredibly kind and accommodating and even offered extra towels and blankets whenever needed which we really appreciated. The pool and hot tub area were also extremely clean and well kept the entire time. One thing I was pleasantly surprised by was the bathroom situation. Since they're shared bathrooms I expected something more public or hostel style but each one is actually completely private with its own shower and bathroom which made the experience feel way more comfortable. And the location honestly could not be better. You're literally just a 3-4 blocks from downtown Guerneville so you can walk to all the restaurants, bars, thrift shops and little art galleries so easily. We will be back at Surrey Resort every time we're in Guerneville!!

Disappointing Experience -- Great Concept, But Not Worth $300+…read more We stayed at Surrey Resort in Guerneville for one night on Saturday, August 8th. I really like the resort's concept and was looking forward to the glamping experience. Unfortunately, for what we paid--over $300 for one night--the experience fell well short of our expectations. I want to start by giving credit where it's due. The woman at the front desk was very nice and accommodating. We were attending an event from 1-8 PM, and she graciously allowed us to check into our tent early, which we greatly appreciated. Unfortunately, things went downhill from there. When we returned to our tent after the event, we found several spiders inside and had to spend some time getting rid of them. My wife is definitely not a fan of spiders, so that wasn't exactly the relaxing end to our evening we were hoping for. The tents also provided very little privacy from the neighboring guests. We could clearly hear the couple next to us talking until around midnight. Then one of them started snoring so loudly that, at first, we honestly thought there was some kind of wild animal outside our tent. If you need to use the bathroom during the night, bring a flashlight. The walk to the bathroom is very dark, and you'll definitely want one. We finally got some sleep, only to be awakened around 6 AM by a barking dog and several roosters doing what roosters do. We were pretty exhausted at that point. We got dressed and decided to grab a cup of coffee from the main building, only to find that the employee responsible for opening the place and starting the coffee had apparently lost her key and was sitting outside waiting for someone to help her get in. We ended up having to drive to a nearby shop to get coffee and breakfast. When we returned to pack up, we discovered there was only one shower for men and one for women. The women's shower was occupied, so unfortunately only I was able to shower before we left. As we were leaving, we also walked past the dog that had been making all the noise, despite the property's no-dogs policy. I understand that this is a rustic/glamping-style resort, and we weren't expecting a traditional hotel experience. However, when you're paying over $300 for a single night, you expect the overall experience and amenities to justify that price. For us, there were simply too many issues during our one-night stay: spiders in the tent, very little sound privacy, excessive nighttime noise, barking and roosters at 6 AM, limited bathroom and shower facilities, and difficulty accessing the coffee in the morning. We left feeling exhausted rather than refreshed. The friendly front-desk service and the concept itself were positives, but unfortunately they weren't enough to overcome the rest of the experience. At over $300 for one night, we simply don't feel the experience provided good value, and we will not be returning.