Dog-Friendly Camping near Anderson, CA

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    Sacramento River RV Park allows pets with well-maintained grassy areas for dog walking. Multiple pet-friendly campgrounds around Anderson provide accommodations for travelers with animals, including Perry Riffle Trailhead and Green Acres RV Park. Most require leashes in common areas, though some offer designated off-leash zones. Bathrooms at Redding RV Park are meticulously cleaned, and their laundry facilities remain spotless. Many properties feature full hookups, trash service, and clean shower facilities for extended stays. Management at several parks enforces quiet hours to prevent excessive barking that might disturb neighbors.

    Trails near Perry Riffle Trailhead allow dogs on leash with access to the Sacramento River for cooling off during hot summer months. Several paths connect directly from camping areas to riverside walking routes. Visitors should note that while tent camping is technically allowed outside the parking lot at dispersed sites, managers strictly enforce the regional 14-day limit in a 365-day period. Wildlife encounters are common in the area, with campers reporting fox and owl sightings during overnight stays. Redding's veterinary services remain approximately 20 minutes from most camping locations. The concrete pads at Green Acres RV Park provide enough width for both parking and a small patio area, making setup comfortable for travelers with pets.

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    Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Anderson (163)

      1. Sacramento River RV Park

      3.7(10)3mi from AndersonRVs, Tents

      "The fenced dog park was another huge plus and gave our dog room to run around."

      "Allowed to put up a dog containment fence, outdoor screened room on the awning and a small storage shed. We also started a community veggie garden where residents could plot their own veggies."

      2. Perry Riffle Trailhead

      3.8(8)12mi from AndersonRVs, Tents

      "Nice spot near the river. We stayed in a tent and just pitched it adjacent to the car park. The ranger came by in the morning just had a little look around and left. Didn’t bother anyone"

      "Lots of trails. Sacramento River is within walking distance. Pit toilet, no water or other services."

      3. Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground — Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area

      4.7(10)17mi from Anderson9 sitesTents

      "It was clean, pet/family friendly, the water was amazing."

      "6, 8, and 9 probably your best bets if they are open. 4 and 5 are right next to the entrance. There's a small narrow dirt road, but easily doable even in a loaded down sedan."

      from $20 / night

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      4. Sycamore Grove (red Bluff) Campground

      4.0(18)21mi from Anderson31 sitesRVs, Tents

      "There are trees and meadow that surround the park. Great for walking the dog. Clean bathroom. Coin operated shower. Safe place to stay."

      "Super easy access to and from the highway."

      from $16 - $30 / night

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      5. Boulder Creek RV Redding

      3.4(7)13mi from Anderson1 siteRVs, Glamping

      "Also the water park next to the campground was closed"

      from $50 - $70 / night

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      6. Green Acres RV Park

      4.0(3)9mi from AndersonRVs

      "Had a clean dog park that we enjoyed. Everything in the park seem like it was well kept. All of the other campers we interacted with seem very nice and courteous to each other."

      "There is a train track close by, so expect some train horns. We would definitely go back when visiting family in the area."

      7. Red Bluff KOA Journey

      4.5(11)19mi from AndersonRVs

      "There is a great off leash dog area along a trail next to the river."

      "It is super well-maintained with nice amenities including pool, small dog area, basketball court, horseshoe area, club house. Bathrooms are modern and well-maintained."

      8. Redding RV Park

      4.3(4)12mi from AndersonRVs, Tents

      "Shower, restrooms, dog park. Propane for sale here."

      "There’s a small dog run fir some off-leash time. Clean bathrooms with showers. Some long term residents and some travelers. Everyone was quiet and friendly."

      9. Mountain Gate RV Park

      4.5(8)18mi from Anderson8 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Clean bathrooms, showers, zero trash around. All around a great visit. Perfect spot if you are traveling with a pet. Highly recommend."

      "Close to the mountain for skiing. Close to the lake for skiing. Nancy the manager was extremely helpful! We found this to have an old fashioned touch. Garbage facilities close by!"

      10. Marina RV Park

      2.3(4)10mi from AndersonRVs, Tents

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    588 Reviews of 163 Anderson Campgrounds


    • HThe Dyrt PRO User
      May. 2, 2026

      Green Acres RV Park

      Nice park bad neighborhoods

      This was a very nice park. Had a clean dog park that we enjoyed. Everything in the park seem like it was well kept. All of the other campers we interacted with seem very nice and courteous to each other. However outside of the park is a shady neighborhood. We went to do laundry and saw what appeared to be people doing drugs outside a hotel near by, and there were numerous homeless people wandering around.

    • Victoria C.
      Sep. 26, 2021

      The Parkway RV Resort & Campground

      Great spot for an overnight stay

      This place was a very nice spot for any overnight stay on the way up to Oregon. The woman at the front desk was friendly and helpful. There is great shade in our site (A6) and a nice table. Kudos for the large dog park, now if I can only solve for the a*holes who can't be bothered to pick up after their dogs at every dog park I've ever visited. Don't expect a ton of privacy here and the sites are all gravel and/or dirt except for strips of grass in between neighbors. With all that said we will definitely use this as an overnight stop again.

    • jThe Dyrt PRO User
      May. 19, 2025

      Redding RV Park

      I'd stay here again

      Full hookups in back in spot for $55. Mostly pull throughs in Park, which cost more. Shower, restrooms, dog park. Propane for sale here.

    • R
      Sep. 9, 2023

      Beehive Point Shoreline Campground

      Great Location With Caution

      This was a nice short distance away from the i5. Great view of greenery and lake and the night stars. If you happen to have pets be cautious there is a lot of broken glass everywhere, my dog had several cuts on her pads.

    • Naomi H.
      Jul. 7, 2019

      Hayward Flat

      Family camp out

      The campground was beautiful with easy access to the lake and spacious sites that easily fit our large family. This campground was also pet friendly and welcoming to our dogs as well.Our only complaints were that there was no lightning in the bathroom and the quiet hours were not enforced as we were woken up by loud partying well after 2 am.

    • Cynthia K.
      Sep. 7, 2021

      Mt. Lassen-Shingletown KOA

      Wonderful!

      So, we already knew we were in trouble. Lassen Volcanic was closed(it was on fire), which is the whole reason we were here. Lots of smoke, but the campground wasn't in danger. We came in anyway. This was the last stop before we started home.

      The campground had a lot of cancellations, so it was unusually quiet. That didn't bother us! We had a back in site- 33. The best site in the campground! It's close to the dog park if you have a dog.

      The bathroom/shower is 3 sites down. Very clean. 

      Also close to the walking trail, basketball/volleyball courts& a neat tree swing. All this is under tall pines. This isn't a large campground, but it's VERY nice. Lots of trees& shady. Has a gift shop at the office. 

      The pool was open. Lots of hornets& 2 people got stung while in the pool. They have traps out, but the hornets are persistent!

       Laundry I didn't use, but it's there if you need it. Everything was very clean. Service was friendly.

      So, this is a good base for Lassen Volcanic. Since we couldn't go, there's other things to see. McArthur Burney Falls is a bit of a drive, but well worth it. We also stopped at Subway Cave, which we loved& Hat Creek Rim Overlook(which was a waste of time with the smoke). The rest of the day we chilled at the pool! We will definitely be back someday to see Lassen!

    • Grant M.The Dyrt PRO User
      May. 16, 2026

      Sacramento River RV Park

      Friendly Campground

      This has been one of the loveliest RV parks we’ve stayed at. We stayed here for almost 3 months, as many others do. Most of the residents are contract workers staying short- to long-term, but the park is also friendly for weekend and overnight stays with select spots available.

      I give this place 5 stars because of the respectfulness of both the residents and the staff, along with how well maintained everything is. It’s more campground-sized, but the amenities are kept up very well. The bathrooms were cleaned regularly, the laundry room was nice, and they also have private shower rooms.

      The pool was not operating while we were here, but they were actively working on getting it ready for the summer. Since we have a child, we appreciated the playground area and how family-friendly the park felt. The other kids staying here could safely play together and enjoy the space.

      There’s also a central activities room with a small gym area, kitchen, and common hangout space, which was nice to have. The fenced dog park was another huge plus and gave our dog room to run around.

      The setting by the river is beautiful, there’s good shade throughout the park, and the lots are laid out nicely for pulling in and parking. You can tell by the type of crowd here that it’s a very safe and respectful place with very little trouble.

      The location is also convenient — just one exit off Interstate 5 near Costco.

      We previously stayed at another RV park in central Redding near the river that cost nearly the same monthly rate, but we genuinely enjoyed spending time at this park, even during the day.

      One significant downside is the noise. Interstate 5 to the east is loud, and the wood mill to the west creates constant background noise as well. The silver lining is that you rarely hear your neighbors because of it.

      Lastly, if you’re looking for a longer-term stay, we found the application process here much easier than at most other parks. For healthcare contract workers especially, they seem to expedite the process and limit some of the background check and credit score requirements that many parks require.

    • Jill P.
      Jun. 30, 2024

      Mountain Gate RV Park

      Super Clean & quiet

      We loved our stay. We felt safe and it’s probably one of the most cleanest campground and facilities I’ve ever been to. Clean bathrooms, showers, zero trash around. All around a great visit. Perfect spot if you are traveling with a pet. Highly recommend.


    Guide to Anderson

    Dispersed camping near Anderson, California ranges from riverside tent spots to full-service RV parks along Interstate 5. The Sacramento River corridor through Shasta County maintains moderate temperatures most of the year, though summer days frequently exceed 100°F. Winter camping requires preparation for overnight temperatures that can drop below freezing between November and March.

    What to do

    Riverside activities: At Perry Riffle Trailhead, campers can access the Sacramento River for cooling off. "This is just a gravel parking lot, but it's quiet, peaceful, and about a 2 min walk from the river. Several horse and hiking trails start from here," notes reviewer Ibeya A.

    Wildlife viewing: Early morning and evening hours offer prime wildlife observation opportunities. "Saw/heard great horned owl, fox, then cows in the morning," reports camper C. who stayed at Perry Riffle Trailhead. Multiple hiking paths extend from camping areas.

    Kayak access: The boat launch at Sycamore Grove Campground provides water recreation options. "There is a boat ramp/day use area for fisherman," mentions Jules S. The campground sits within a larger recreation area with nature trails where "many of the plants and trees are recognized by little name tags," according to Jacklyn L.D.

    What campers like

    Shade coverage: Sacramento River RV Park offers cooling tree canopy during hot months. "Many spaces had their own private grassy areas, which management took care of. We had potted plants and yard art and potted veggies," writes Vikki T.

    Accessible nature trails: Multiple walking paths connect camping areas to riverside routes. "There are good river views and we even saw a deer," notes Pete G. about Sacramento River RV Park. The trails offer moderate difficulty levels suitable for most ability levels.

    Nighttime quiet: Despite proximity to Interstate 5, most campsites maintain peaceful evening environments. "The park is quiet and the people are friendly," states Pete G. Night temperatures typically drop 30-40 degrees from daytime highs during summer months.

    What you should know

    Seasonal considerations: Summer temperatures regularly exceed 100°F between June and September. "Temp was 104 degrees so wanted electricity for air," reports Jules S. about their June stay at Sycamore Grove Campground.

    Accessibility options: Most sites accommodate various vehicle types. "The concrete pads were wide enough to park on & have a bit of a patio," notes Colleen S. about Green Acres RV Park.

    Cell service variability: Signal strength varies significantly by location. "AT&T coverage was very fair, ranging from 1-2 bars of 5G, with speeds up to 3MB/s," reports Ray & Terri F. about their stay at Sycamore Grove Campground.

    Reservation requirements: Some campgrounds now require advance booking. "No rules established online or in documents about dry camping not being allowed. However, after I arrived to an empty office, my info packet said in bold lettering that dry camping wasn't allowed," reports Jonathan R. about Sacramento River RV Park.

    Tips for camping with families

    Off-leash pet areas: Several pet-friendly camping options near Anderson include designated zones for dogs. At Durango RV Resort, "There is a great off leash dog area along a trail next to the river," according to Jennifer H.

    Swimming access: For families with children seeking water activities, consider spots with pool amenities. "A pool, fountains, full hookups, trash pickup at your site," notes Theo A. about Durango RV Resort. River access spots typically lack lifeguards or developed swimming areas.

    Entertainment options: Family-oriented campgrounds often provide additional recreation. "Pool was refreshing in 95 degree heat," mentions reviewer "cyndoggy" about their stay at Durango RV Resort, now called Red Bluff KOA Journey.

    Tips from RVers

    Site selection strategy: RVers recommend requesting specific sites when available. "Our site near the fountains was pull- or back-in. We pulled in for a nice view," advises Kim G. about Durango RV Resort.

    Facility cleanliness: Redding RV Park maintains well-kept bathroom and laundry areas. "The bathroom facilities were very clean, the laundry room was spotless, and the pool looked freshly refinished," notes Tijana & Andrew C.

    Setup assistance: Some parks provide arrival guidance. At Durango RV Resort, "Easy check in and they even led us to our spot and guided us in," according to Burneall E., making navigation easier for larger rigs.

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