Hiking and wildlife watching draw campers to El Parche, a working ranch property in Nipomo where sites sit within an avocado and lemon orchard. Coyotes are audible at night. The campground includes a 20-foot camper unit with full hookups, AC, heat, smart TV, and WiFi, plus an on-site bathroom, laundry, and an outdoor greenhouse-style shower with hill views. Rates run $30-$90 per night. Campers exploring places to camp around Nipomo will find this property well-suited to those who want full amenities in a rural agricultural setting, with Santa Maria RV Park available to the south for a more traditional RV park experience.

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Map & DirectionsEl Parche is located in California near Nipomo

Detail location of campground
Private Campground

Directions

End of Mehlschau, turn left, then immediately left in to orchard.

Coordinates

35.06257036860755 N
120.47379251996188 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Cabins

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • WiFi
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • 50 Amp Hookups

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Reviewed Aug. 20, 2026

Camper on site/rv spot available

Located at the base of the foothills in Nipomo, the original, founding family-ranch. The camping location in located in the avocado/lemon orchard with a 20’ camper, full sized bed, and lounge chair with mini fridge, ac, heater, smart tv, WiFi, and 240 v plug ins. Comfortable and also getting a full multi-thousands renovation; but renting out as it’s being planned.

On site, next to camper and parking spot, bathroom, laundry, and outdoor/greenhouse style shower with views of the hills. Sunsets are amazing purloin/orange/red views. Extremely quiet at night and peaceful. Occasional sound of coyotes, but it’s a wonderful spot.

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  • Review photo of El Parche by Taylor S., August 20, 2026
  • Review photo of El Parche by Taylor S., August 20, 2026
  • Review photo of El Parche by Taylor S., August 20, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to camp at El Parche?

Camping at El Parche can cost between $30.00 and $90.00 depending on the site.

Does El Parche have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, El Parche has 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

Are fires allowed at El Parche?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at El Parche, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does El Parche have wifi?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, El Parche does have wifi.