RV camping near Arcadia, California offers several options within a 30-mile radius of the city center. The eastern San Gabriel Valley location provides access to both urban amenities and mountain terrain, with summer temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F in July and August. Camping facilities range from full-service RV parks with concrete pads to more rustic settings with natural surroundings despite their proximity to urban areas.
What to do
Explore local nature preserves: Canyon RV Park in Anaheim sits within a nature preserve while still providing urban convenience. "You're nearby to all the stores you could ever need but you're also around a lot of wild life," notes one camper at Canyon RV Park.
Visit local attractions: The Rancho Jurupa RV Park offers easy access to historic districts. "We drove over to the Mission Inn (8 min drive) enjoyed lunch. Their is a pedestrian only shopping area with a Saturday farmer's market plus lots of restaurants," explains a reviewer at Rancho Jurupa RV Park.
Water activities: Many parks offer fishing and water recreation opportunities. "There is camping, horseback riding, fishing, trails, biking, hiking, picnics, you can use your jet skies in designated areas, swimming on the pool areas, kayaking, Park for kids and plenty more," shares a visitor to Bonelli Bluffs.
What campers like
Family amenities: Several parks feature kid-friendly facilities. At Orangeland RV Park, visitors appreciate the "covered play area, helpful staff, heated pool as well as a hot tub. The grounds are very well kept and grocery stores within 10 min."
Spacious sites: Some parks provide ample room between sites. "Large concrete pads, easy backing in and hooking up. Lots of grass, great place to camp in groups," notes one camper about Bonelli Bluffs.
Convenient access: Many parks offer strategic locations for both urban and outdoor activities. "This is a good location to explore LA and greater LA area, 45 min to Hollywood sign," explains a visitor to Thousand Trails Soledad Canyon.
What you should know
Security considerations: Most parks maintain security measures. "Security is very good and felt very safe, especially considering the location," reports a camper at Golden Shore RV Resort.
Noise factors: Urban adjacent camping often means traffic or transportation noise. Canyon RV Park "is bordered by highways on both sides, and they create noise day and night. They're also clearly visible."
Reservation policies: Understanding cancellation terms is important. One camper noted about Golden Shore RV Resort: "Make sure you know that you want to stay here for the full time because there is not a generous refund policy."
Tips for camping with families
Water features: Several parks include splash pads or pools. "Splash pad, park, mini golf great amenities," mentions a camper at Rancho Jurupa Park, while another notes, "Water park and mini golf for kids. Showers and laundry convenient."
Entertainment options: Some parks organize activities for children. Thousand Trails Soledad Canyon "does offer all the amenities TT resort park typically offer," though one visitor cautions that "the activities are for ages 5-7 maybe!"
Safety measures: Family-friendly parks often prioritize security. "Ranger is on constant patrol," notes a visitor to Rancho Jurupa RV Park, adding that the park has "great placement of the gates for safety purposes."
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: Choose sites carefully based on specific needs. "We initially stayed down near the welcome center instead of Lot N and the experience didn't even seem like the same RV Park. No loud music, no barking dog, less dust, and dirt," advises an RVer at Thousand Trails Soledad Canyon.
Space constraints: Understand site dimensions before booking. "Their site measurements are for your camping unit ONLY. If you have a tow vehicle or are towing a vehicle you must pay per night for a parking spot, whether it fits on the site or not," warns a visitor to Anaheim Harbor RV Park.
Utility requirements: Some parks require specific equipment. One RVer at Anaheim Harbor RV Park notes: "You must have a 25ft sewage hose."
