Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Auburn, CA

Auburn is an ideal place for camping adventures of all kinds. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in. Experience some of the most stunning views that California camping has to offer. Get the dirt on all the best camping near Auburn. Browse campgrounds by amenities, site types, and more.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Auburn, California (198)

    1. Beals Point Campground — Folsom Lake State Recreation Area

    32 Reviews
    Granite Bay, CA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (916) 791-1531

    $48 / night

    "Folsom Lake is a very large lake which touches 3 counties (Sacramento, Placer & El Dorado). Beals Point is right on the border of Folsom & Granite Bay on Folsom-Auburn Rd."

    "As with most of California everything is dry. The lake is very low and a half mile walk from park to get to. The sites are surrounded by dry tall grass and spaced out nicely."

    2. Peninsula Campground — Folsom Lake State Recreation Area

    15 Reviews
    Granite Bay, CA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (916) 988-0215

    $28 / night

    "Very quite camping spot very clean.coin operated showers😭 lake is very close by."

    "Folsom lake is a great place to take the boat, beals point has a snack bar, life guards and equipment rentals, there are plenty of places you can drive or boat to get away from the crowds if you prefer"

    3. Coloma Resort

    15 Reviews
    Coloma, CA
    13 miles
    Website

    "Beautiful fall surroundings right adjacent to the South Fork of the American River. Easy walk or car ride to numerous hiking trails."

    "If you ever want to experience the thrill of gold panning, and California history go here!"

    4. American River Resort

    10 Reviews
    Coloma, CA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 622-6700

    "Nice campground - close to river. .5 mile walk to town for shopping/eating. All sites have fire pit and picnic table. Bathrooms clean and private showers."

    "It is right in the American River and next to a class 3 rapid called Trouble Maker. It was awesome watching rafters and kayakers go through it."

    5. Ruck-A-Chucky Campground — Auburn State Recreation Area

    6 Reviews
    Applegate, CA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 885-4527

    "Definitely the best campground in the Auburn area, though only 5 walk-in spots. It’s right on the river with fishing and boating opportunities. Lots of hiking trails right from camp."

    "Our site was next to the raft launch/pickup, so there were a couple of groups picked up during the day. Bathrooms were average and the site was maintained well."

    6. Auburn Gold Country RV Park

    4 Reviews
    Auburn, CA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 885-0990

    "Very clean and was very pet friendly. All of the folks were very friendly and most had their own dogs."

    7. Thousand Trails Ponderosa

    8 Reviews
    Coloma, CA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Lucky us we get next to a resident that lives there and is so rude!"

    "It’s great for kids that want to ride bikes around the sites- but be careful of the river, it’s swift."

    8. Ascension Ranch

    2 Reviews
    Granite Bay, CA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (916) 439-0002

    $49 - $245 / night

    " WELCOME TO ASCENSION RANCH Ascension Ranch is an off-grid paradise tucked away in an oak savanna along Folsom Lake with a unique and ever growing list of features and activities."

    "Super relaxing and has a lake that is at the end of the trail. Super convenient. It was cool to experience the animals that were in the pastures as well. I'd definitely come back."

    9. Dru Barner Campground — Eldorado National Forest

    7 Reviews
    Georgetown, CA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 333-4312

    $3 - $8 / night

    "It was an adventurous drive on a curvy mountain road to get here, but we'll worth it. There are 48 sites (no hookups) and it's just me and one other person pretty far away. Very clean."

    "A lovely quiet spot midweek, quiet drive to Georgetown for some great breakfasts if you want some classic American diner fare."

    10. Giant Gap

    11 Reviews
    Gold Run, CA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 367-2224

    $24 - $48 / night

    "We took our one year old and two dogs here and it was awesome. Close to the water which had a nice beach area."

    "The site was spacious and a short walk to the reservoir and trail. We hiked around the entire reservoir and it was gorgeous."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Auburn, CA

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Guide to Auburn

Discover the best spots for pets-allowed camping near Auburn, California, where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Auburn

  • At Beals Point Campground — Folsom Lake State Recreation Area, pets are welcome, and you can enjoy hiking along the scenic trails around Folsom Lake.
  • Coloma Resort offers a variety of outdoor activities, including river access for swimming and fishing, perfect for a day of fun with your dog.
  • The Giant Gap campground features beautiful trails for hiking, allowing you to explore the stunning natural surroundings with your pet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Auburn, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Auburn, CA is Beals Point Campground — Folsom Lake State Recreation Area with a 4.2-star rating from 32 reviews.

What is the best site to find dog-friendly camping near Auburn, CA?

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