Amenities

Picnic Table
Fires
Flush Toilet
Potable Water
Trash

Activities

Swimming

About this space

The Rainbow Junction offers a unique camping experience at the intersection of Mines Road and HWY 130 in the San Antonio Valley. We operate a restaurant and we offer camping friendly meals for guests. We love the wildness of this property and do not allow cars or vehicles beyond the parking lot. All of our sites are hike in sites. It's about a 1/4 mile hike on a small foot path. We have a wagon...

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Reviews • 6

★★★★☆ (6 reviews)
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Catherine A.
☆☆☆☆☆
Aug 2024

My husband and I scored tickets to one of the "Music of the Spheres" concert nights at Lick Observatory and were happy to find this campsite about 30 minutes away. (It's a good hour and a half from...

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Sarah W.
☆☆☆☆☆
Sep 2024

We camped here at the end of August. The land is beautiful and very secluded. There is only one other campsite in eye sight and it’s still quite far and it feels private. We brought our 3 dogs (one...

AI Review Summary

This campsite offers a beautiful and secluded location, ideal for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle. Campers appreciate the friendly and accommodating staff, particularly Molly and her family, who enhance the experience with their hospitality. The on-site restaurant is a highlight, serving delicious food, and the area is perfect for outdoor activities and stargazing. However, some guests have reported issues such as delayed check-in, limited wagon availability, and unpleasant odors from the dry toilet. Overall, it’s a great spot for nature lovers, especially those with dogs.

Highlights
  • Beautiful and secluded location
  • Friendly and accommodating staff
  • Great for camping with dogs
  • Excellent star gazing opportunities
  • Delicious food at the on-site restaurant
  • Good for outdoor activities like biking
  • Quiet atmosphere with wildlife sightings
Considerations
  • Delayed check-in due to owner's car troubles
  • Limited availability of wagons for transporting gear
  • Trail to the site has rocky terrain
  • Dry toilet smell in some areas
  • Fire ants reported in certain spots