BMW NorCal April Member Meeting

Songdog Ranch

Old West Camping Near Carrizo Plain

Friday, April 24 – Sunday, April 26, 2026

Join BMW NorCal for a fantastic weekend at one of the club's favorite destinations—Songdog Ranch! Located just south of the Carrizo Plain, this venue offers authentic old-west-style camping and a perfect escape for moto adventurers.

We've booked the campground for two nights, so saddle up and make the trek down for a weekend of great riding, good company, and wide-open skies.

The Route

We'll take the scenic way down through the Central Valley's best backroads, avoiding the freeway and soaking in the California ranch country.

Note: There is a short dirt road to reach the campsite at the top of the plain. All bikes can make it, but if you're hesitant, there will likely be someone who can ride your bike up the hill for you.

Meeting Point

The Ranch

Songdog Ranch sits on a high plain overlooking the Carrizo region, offering rustic old-west camping with big skies, campfires, and zero light pollution for incredible stargazing.

Address: 680 Ballinger Canyon Rd, Maricopa, CA 93252

• Primitive camping – bring all your gear
• Campfires welcome
• No hookups – true off-grid experience

Food & Meals

We may organize a catered meal for Saturday night—stay tuned for updates!

Otherwise, plan to bring your own food and drinks for the weekend. We'll stop in Taft for provisions on the way in.

Club Meeting

The April Member Meeting will be held Saturday at 5:00 PM at the campsite.

Registration

Registration cost is to be determined based on camping fees. Stay tuned for updates!

Important: All attendees, including pillions, must be registered for the event.

What to Bring

Wide Open Skies. Old West Vibes.

See you at the ranch!