Looking for the best campgrounds near Annapolis, CA? Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Annapolis campgrounds just for you. You're sure to find the perfect spot for your California camping adventure.
$35 - $45 / night
"Water spigot right next to the site. You can park near the campsite to unload, but need to go and park at the front of the entrance to the campground."
"Surrounded by thick redwoods, trails run off every campsite."
"I've taken my 3 kids a couple of times now, and it's such a great location along the Sonoma Coast."
"The sites are tucked on the hillside amongst mixed evergreen forests, redwoods, ferns, and oaks. The sites all have picnics tables with food lockers, large fire pits, and privacy."
$28 - $280 / night
"Great scenery, and many of the tent sites are tucked away in little nooks and crannies for privacy if you don’t want the more open outer ring sites."
"Ocean Cove is a private campground right off Highway one. The owners are very friendly and helpful and they also own the grocery store across from the campsites."
"Surrounded by thick redwoods, trails run off every campsite."
"Nice campsite situated amongst beautiful trees with a great kids play area. River was running low but was very pretty - fun for the kids to paddle in. Our site was spacious and pretty."
$45 - $60 / night
"Beautiful scenery around the campground as it lays right in the edge of the ocean, instant walk to the beach."
"We found this campsite tucked away near Gualala during the lockdown in January. Almost every campground was closed after CA hospitalizations peaked, so this private campground saved our trip!"
$35 - $200 / night
"This area has fascinating California history and this special campground is right in the middle of it."
"Along the forgotten coast of Central California along Hwy 1, this small state park offers a great way to explore the area. "
$32 - $35 / night
"Short walk to a rocky beach across highway 1. Beach is not for swimming since the rip tides are dangerous. Abalone diving for experienced folks."
"There is a boil notice for the whole campground to not consume unboiled water due to testing positive for E. Coli."
$45 - $70 / night
"This California State Park is located in the Anderson Valley, a historic agricultural area located in the Navarro river watershed. While only 120-ish miles from San Francisco, this area is remote. "
"The sites are situated among towering redwoods. Which blocks the amazing clear night skies, but offer there own beauty.
It was great! The nearby towns or phill and boonville are super cute."
"A few friends and I recently spent 4 days camping at this beautiful ranch right outside of Duncan Mills and absolutely loved our stay."
"Fire puts when allowed by California. Russian River gets surprisingly warm during the summer."
"We've spent most of our twenty years of camping together off the beaten path, avoiding the likes of anything KOA, but for our RV's maiden voyage we thought we'd start with the Machester Beach KOA, and"
"The location is surrounded by a lot of fun things to do. The site has 2 parks, trails, pool/hot tub, and so much more."
GuideRiver Bend Resort has a great helpful staff, great Russian River wine country location and is next to the Russian River pub. And campground overall is average, so long as you’re on the outer rim. Interior RV sites seem to be full-time residents and very cramped. Tent sites near the river are unbelievably cramped. Bathrooms are well-maintained. General store is skimpy unless you’re looking for beverages or branded apparel. And the traffic noise is considerable.
TravelerThe drive up was full of breathtaking views, and even though the road was quite bumpy, dusty, and steep at times, our AWD Kia made it up no problem. Only two other groups were set up so not crowded, plenty of spots. Only complaint is that one group that was set up near us went hunting in the middle of the night, so the gunshots scared us at first because there are signs that say hunting is illegal in this area. Otherwise it was great!
GuideThis was another nice KOA not too far from the sea shore. The staff were friendly and the facilities were as expected. They had movie night for the kids and "no kids" hot tub hours for the adults. There were tent sites as well as the regular RV sites. We had some shade, and we were able to get a good Starlink signal. WiFi cost extra, so we didn't bother with the campground's WiFi access. There is an ACE hardware / grocery store in town (who knew these 2 things go so well together), and there is beach access not far away. There is also the Manchester State Park right next door, where there is FCFS camping. It was almost entirely empty. If you don't need the camp amenities, this would be a viable option. NB: many of the SP sites did not have shade or wind protection.
ScoutVery few level sites available when I booked. Ranger not around to try to change sites. Bathrooms reasonably clean. Separate private showers that we okay. Hot water so that was good. Full price is $65. I have senior pass so 1/2 off. I would not have stayed at the full price.
TravelerOcean Cove is paradise. It’s right on ocean off hwy 1.
ScoutJust got back from a 2 night stay at Johnson's Beach campsite. We found the camp grounds to be so-so and not the most maintained. While we were there, we saw more than a few families come for a night and leave earlier than expected because of complaints of their sites.
If you are interested in Johnson's Beach, I'd rather do one of their glamping tents or bungalow instead.
Pros:
Good location to the beach; 2 minute walk from camp site to the beach.
Nice clean and well maintained bathrooms and showers.
5 minute walk to downtown / Safeway
Host (Chris) was nice and did his best.
Outlets at each site.
Well shaded by trees (although is also a con).
Cons:
ScoutNice campsite with around 27 ish spots. First come first serve at $35 as of 2025. I went tent camping but you can probably bring in a small RV.
It’s only a 20 ish minute drive to the coast, which can be nice since the trees give you a blockage of the rough winds from the coast.
There’s a river nearby and a small trail (less than a mile?). There was a loud group at like 1am, but majority of time people are quite after 11
Traveler4 of the sites are on the bulkhead of the beach ($98 after tax), have water but no power. The rest are close enough. Clean bathrooms. Fish cleaning station. Coin operated showers. Friendly staff.
ScoutLovely location for campaign in wine country. Marked places to park, surrounded by hills and trees . Host is very gracious and comes out to meet you. They even let us plug our van in overnight.
Camping near Annapolis, California, offers a fantastic escape into nature with beautiful landscapes and a variety of campgrounds to choose from. Whether you're looking for a quiet retreat or a family-friendly spot, there's something for everyone.
Camping near Annapolis, California, offers a mix of adventure and relaxation, making it a great destination for all types of campers.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Annapolis, CA offers a wide range of camping options, with 114 campgrounds and RV parks near Annapolis, CA and 7 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Annapolis, CA is Gualala Point Regional Park with a 4.4-star rating from 22 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 7 free dispersed camping spots near Annapolis, CA.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 11 parks near Annapolis, CA that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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