Sandy Bar Ranch

Orleans, California

Riverside Cabins in the Heart of the Klamath Mountains

Our cabins are closed until May 1.  We are accepting reservations for the 2024 season via out website.   Please contact us at mail@sandybar.com, or (530) 627-3379 with any questions.


Just inland from the Redwood Coast lies the Mid-Klamath Region of Humboldt County, a little-known corner of Northern California, with winding rivers, granite canyons, majestic mountains and miles of trails waiting to be explored. Here, along the banks of the Klamath River, you'll find our cabins, along with excellent fishing, private swimming, and a secluded, peaceful setting.

WELCOME TO SANDY BAR RANCH

Our Cabins

At Sandy Bar Ranch, we offer six comfortable pet-friendly cabins along the Kalmath River. Each cabin has a separate bedroom, bathroom, full kitchen, linens, and, best of all, a private deck overlooking Klamath River. Our five standard cabins have identical layouts, while our premium cabin a second bedroom, more floor space, and more windows facing the Klamath. 

On and Around the Ranch

Paths from each cabin lead a few hundred feet to our private sandy beach, where the Klamath River meets Pearch Creek, a pristine mountain stream that can be heard from the cabin decks. Across from our swimming hole, you'll see The Rock, a large outcrop that's great for jumping off, picnicking, or simply relaxing and soaking up the Northern California sun. Interested in fishing? Our stretch of the Klamath River is one of the finest, yet least-known, steelhead fishing locations in Northern California.  See our Guide to Sandy Bar Ranch and the Mid Klamath Region for more details. 

Our Premier Cabin

Our premier cabin, Cabin 6, has all the amenities of our standard cabins, plus extra floor space, an additional bedroom with a queen bed, and additional windows.

Unique Extras

At Sandy Bar Ranch, we have everything you need to enjoy an unforgettable getaway to the Klamath Region. For detailed information on what to expect when you stay with us, check out our Guide to Sandy Bar Ranch and the Mid Klamath Region. Or, better yet, give us a call. We look forward to meeting you!

Learn more about the history of our ranch and things to do in the Mid Klamath Region.  and . Check out our downloadable guide for more information.

Unique Crafts

We have a variety of crafts for sale, including beeswax candles, salves and tinctures, dried flower wreaths, garlic braids and dried fruit, all produced on the ranch.

Nearby Attractions

Orleans' close proximity to swimming holes, the Klamath River, and other attractions makes us a great basecamp when exploring our area.

Attractions near Orleans, California

Our part of the Klamath Region offers a remarkable variety of recreational activities, including hiking along the Salmon Summit National Recreation Trail, biking along remote California Highway 96, and various watersports on the Klamath River.

Hiking and Biking

Whether it's a short walk or a long hike you're looking for we can point you in the right direction during your vacation at Sandy Bar Ranch. It's a twenty minute drive to the closest wilderness trailhead. A longer drive will take you to high elevation trailheads leading to pristine mountain lakes.


As for biking, Highway 96 and nearby Salmon River Road have minimal traffic and will take you through some of the most scenic cycling country in California, winding through river canyons and gorges, passing swimming holes and offering spectacular vistas.

Steelhead Fishing

The Klamath River is famous for it's fall run of Steelhead from late summer through the winter months. Sandy Bar Ranch is the perfect destination for a nice relaxing fishing vacation. Contact us for the latest on river conditions and fishing reports. We can also put you in touch with local guides with expert knowledge of the river to give you an edge in catching great fish and seeing the best sights.

Local Swimming Holes

Besides our swimming hole across from Pearch Creek, you can explore many other swimming holes on nearby Salmon River, which flows from Marble Mountain and the Russian and Trinity Wilderness areas.

Reviews

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These cabins are so peaceful and adorable.  Blythe and Mark are great people and hosts. Bring your own food they have a well equipped full kitchen and their's only a couple small markets that I wouldn't count on having everything you need and no take out. The views are also spectacular and one year we saw nesting bald eagles in trees across the river.

 Alissa Johnson, Google Reviews

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We love Sandy Bar and have come many times. Baby goats were just born, and it was fun to spend time observing their antics. The cabins are clean, everything works, and situated on the Klamath River. It is a gorgeous setting; there is wifi if you need it in the office, but it was a vacation to be away from it for a few days. There are fruit trees and an organic garden and a brick oven for pizza. Blythe and Mark are wonderful and knowledgeable and fun. We will be back!

 Jane W, TripAdvisor

It’s not easy to find a clean, well-equipped, AND affordable place to stay in a beautiful and serene setting... that also welcomes dogs! Sandy Bar Ranch offers all this, and we feel blessed to have found it, and for the wonderful few days we had there. Thank you, Mark and Blythe, for welcoming guests to share your very special home...

 monet1232017 , TripAdvisor

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