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Places to Camp in California

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Yosemite. The redwoods. Big Sur. World-famous outdoor destinations abound in California. There are so many that you couldn’t possibly explore all the richness the state offers in one lifetime. The trick when camping in California is managing so many…

Best Camping Sites in California (3,677)

  1. Camper-submitted photo from Jumbo Rocks Campground — Joshua Tree National Park

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    Jumbo Rocks Campground — Joshua Tree National Park

    104 Reviews
    482 Photos
    1073 Saves
    Twentynine Palms, California

    Jumbo Rocks Campground lies amid the huge, steep rock formations for which Joshua Tree National Park is known.…

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Rvs
    • Tents

    $20 / night

  2. Camper-submitted photo from Alabama Hills Recreation Area

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    Alabama Hills Recreation Area

    80 Reviews
    442 Photos
    1626 Saves
    Lone Pine, California

    The Alabama Hills are a formation of rounded rocks and eroded hills set between the jagged peaks of the Sierra…

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Dispersed
    • Toilets
    • Alcohol
  3. Camper-submitted photo from Pinnacles Campground — Pinnacles National Park

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    Pinnacles Campground — Pinnacles National Park

    81 Reviews
    367 Photos
    67 Saves
    Pinnacles National Park, California

    The Pinnacles Campground is located on the east side of the park. To make reservations, visit www.recreation.gov. …

    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Rvs
    • Tents

    $39 - $119 / night

  4. Camper-submitted photo from South Carlsbad State Beach

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    South Carlsbad State Beach

    70 Reviews
    150 Photos
    931 Saves
    Carlsbad, California

    For many, once the sun comes out and summer rolls around, it can be hard to resist the urge to get outside and…

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $70 - $650 / night

  5. Camper-submitted photo from Indian Cove Campground — Joshua Tree National Park

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    Indian Cove Campground — Joshua Tree National Park

    60 Reviews
    300 Photos
    438 Saves
    Twentynine Palms, California

    Indian Cove Campground in Joshua Tree National Park lies amid the huge, steep rock formations for which Joshua…

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Rvs
  6. Camper-submitted photo from Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

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    Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

    58 Reviews
    174 Photos
    1035 Saves
    Soledad, California

    Pfeiffer Big Sur Campground features 189 RV and tent sites are situated on or near the Big Sur River. There is a…

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents

    $50 - $60 / night

  7. Camper-submitted photo from San Simeon Creek Campground — Hearst San Simeon State Park

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    San Simeon Creek Campground — Hearst San Simeon State Park

    57 Reviews
    162 Photos
    949 Saves
    San Simeon, California

    The San Simeon Creek Campground offers 115 campsites for tent camping or recreational vehicles. The maximum length…

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Rvs

    $35 / night

  8. Camper-submitted photo from Jedidiah Smith Campground — Redwood National Park

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    Jedidiah Smith Campground — Redwood National Park

    54 Reviews
    179 Photos
    507 Saves
    Hiouchi, California

    Jedediah Smith Campground is located 9 miles east of Crescent City. The northernmost of the four campgrounds in…

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Rvs

    $35 / night

  9. Camper-submitted photo from Cachuma Lake Recreation Area

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    Cachuma Lake Recreation Area

    55 Reviews
    239 Photos
    769 Saves
    Santa Ynez, California

    Set amidst acres of wilderness flanked by the picturesque Santa Ynez and San Rafael Mountains, lies glimmering…

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
  10. Camper-submitted photo from Morro Bay State Park

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    Morro Bay State Park

    52 Reviews
    192 Photos
    829 Saves
    Los Osos, California

    Morro Bay State Park campground features lagoon and natural bay habitat. The bay's most prominent landmark is…

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

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