Choose Your Own Campsite on Cross Bar Ranch’s 6,500‑Acre Arbuckle Backcountry

DAVIS HIKING FIELD GUIDE

Choose Your Own Campsite on Cross Bar Ranch’s 6,500‑Acre Arbuckle Backcountry

A concise field guide to bringing your RV (generators suggested) and picking a site on Cross Bar Ranch’s Arbuckle Mountain property.

Choose Your Own Campsite on Cross Bar Ranch’s 6,500‑Acre Arbuckle Backcountry.

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Davis
Operator
Cross Bar Ranch
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Hiking
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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The Arbuckle Mountain range opens into a patchwork of ridges, scrub and off‑road tracks—ideal terrain for RV‑based exploration. On Cross Bar Ranch’s 6,500‑acre property you can pull in, pick a picturesque spot and set up camp amid raw country, with the freedom to roam the surrounding off‑road terrain.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE LANDSCAPE

Arbuckle Mountain off‑road variety

The Arbuckle Mountain range offers some of the most diverse off‑road terrain to explore, giving RV campers a broad canvas of tracks, rises and views across the ranch.

THE CAMP

Bring your RV and choose your view

Bring your RV—with or without a generator—and pick your own campsite anywhere on the property, provided you do not impose on other guests.

THE PRACTICALS

Straightforward nightly fee and park pass rules

Camping is charged per RV at $15 per night; nightly rentals do not include the park’s general admission, and each person camping must purchase a pass for the length of the stay.

What the day feels like

What it feels like

This is a get‑out‑and‑park experience: arrive with an RV, find a quiet stretch of land on the ranch, and establish a basecamp from which to probe the Arbuckles’ off‑road tracks. There’s minimal infrastructure—what you bring is what you rely on—so the rhythm of the trip is defined by your chosen site and the terrain you want to explore.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this primitive RV camping is best suited for.

1
RV OwnersThis offering is built for people who can bring an RV to base from—you may arrive with or without a generator, but the site assumes you have your own shelter and power needs handled.
2
Off‑Road EnthusiastsAdventure seekers who want varied off‑road terrain will find the Arbuckle range ideal; the experience is best for those comfortable operating off‑road and self‑directing outings.
3
Independent CampersCampers who value freedom to choose their site and who will be considerate of nearby campers—sites are available across the ranch but you must avoid imposing on others.
4
Budget‑minded GroupsThe nightly cost is straightforward at $15 per RV, but remember that general admission is separate and each person must purchase a park pass for the duration of stay.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Bring your RV; plan for self‑contained camping and bring supplies for your stay. Generators are suggested to run on‑board systems and accessories.

On‑site Power

If you rely on power for comfort or equipment, bring a generator—operators suggest generators for campers.

RV Details

You may arrive with or without a generator; be prepared to be self‑sufficient at your chosen site on the ranch.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long can I camp here?

Stays are offered from 1 to 7 nights.

When can I check in and check out?

Check‑in is at 12:00 p.m.; call after making your reservation if you are interested in arriving earlier. Check‑out is at 11:00 a.m.

How much does it cost to park an RV per night?

The fee is $15 per RV per night.

Are park admission fees included with the nightly rental?

No. Nightly rentals do not include the general admission fee; each person camping in the park must purchase a pass for the length of their stay.

Do I need to bring a generator?

Generators are suggested; you may bring your RV with or without a generator.

Can I set up my RV anywhere on the property?

Yes—you may set up anywhere you want on the property so long as you are not imposing on other campers.