Best Glamping near Gridley, CA

Collins Lake Recreation Area and Sycamore Ranch RV Park highlight the luxury glamping options available in the Gridley area. These sites feature glamping accommodations with full electric hookups, comfortable beds, and easy water access. Collins Lake glamping sites offer lakefront views with private picnic tables and fire rings, while Sycamore Ranch provides glamping platforms along Dry Creek with drinking water and trash service. Both locations maintain clean shower facilities and restrooms for glamping guests. The Parkway RV Resort and Lake Francis Resort round out the glamping offerings with similar amenities and picturesque settings. One visitor noted, "We stayed in a lakefront glamping site with power and water right at our front door, which meant the water or shoreline was right there from our accommodation."

Glamping guests at Collins Lake can enjoy swimming in the 74-degree water during summer months, fishing for rainbow trout (14-17 inches) and bass up to 5 pounds, and kayaking directly from their accommodation sites. Sycamore Ranch provides approximately two miles of walking trails through shaded areas where visitors can spot river otters playing in the creek and various bird species. The Merlin app has identified up to 18 different bird species at this location alone. Both sites offer boat launches for water recreation and maintain clean facilities with regular staff oversight. According to a recent visitor, "We love this campground. The trees are amazing and being able to kayak down the Yuba River and up Dry Creek all the way to our glamping site was incredible."

Best Glamping Sites Near Gridley, California (14)

    1. Collins Lake Recreation Area

    22 Reviews
    Oregon House, CA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 692-1600

    "*pros: great little market, very nice staff, clean, great views *cons: rocky watch your step, especially at the beach and a long the shore."

    "We’ve been to Collins Lake a few times and we love it! Lots of different camping spots and the lake is stocked with fish. Ice cream at the store is a must."

    2. Sycamore Ranch RV Park

    6 Reviews
    Smartsville, CA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 741-1190

    "This is such a beautiful piece of California."

    "The trees are amazing and there are about 2 miles of walking trails. The campground is along Dry Creek, which isn't dry but is covered in some sort of green stuff (not algae)."

    3. Thousand Trails Lake of the Springs

    7 Reviews
    Oregon House, CA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "It’s definitely a place I’ll put on my list to camp at again, especially when they figure out their electrical issues."

    "WiFi is very very limited- drive to top of hill or lodge( very sporadic) Great Lake for swimming, fishing and small boats. Store on site. Clean swimming pool. Ideal for Tent or RV."

    4. Lake Francis Resort

    3 Reviews
    Oregon House, CA
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 692-1700

    $40 - $100 / night

    "We decided this time around to reserve one of their cabins. We stayed at the Diamond P cabin which has the best view of the lake within this group of cabins."

    "Nice quiet lake. Good campsites. Good general store and even a little restaurant and ice cream shack."

    5. Inn Town Campground

    12 Reviews
    Nevada City, CA
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 265-9900

    "The common house has a fully stocked kitchen so you can camp without having to bring supplies! The campground is exceptionally clean and meticulously maintained."

    "It’s clean, has great amenities (pool, showers, kitchen, bathrooms), and it’s a nice walk away from town. It has a spot for everyone - RVs, glamping tents, and the standard tent sites (my style)."

    6. The Parkway RV Resort & Campground

    13 Reviews
    Orland, CA
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 865-9188

    "We needed a place to camp for the night, and Parkway was in the right location.  We booked through the Dyrt, but the campground's booking site was almost as easy.  "

    "We really appreciated the pool, the very friendly staff and clean restrooms."

    7. Rolling Hills Casino Truck Lot

    11 Reviews
    Corning, CA
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 528-3586

    $49 - $69 / night

    "Conveniently located just off I-5, far enough away from the noise. Casino, restaurants, doggy daycare and golf just next door. Sites are level 75 ft pull through sites. We will stay again."

    "Go right at the main entrance. We missed it by wandering around the casino trying to find it."

    8. Golden Trout Campground

    1 Review
    Strawberry Valley, CA
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 283-2050

    "This campground had riding trails that could bring you to Sly Creek and secret camping sites that a quad or 4 wheel drive could find. It's closed until 2023 due to the fires."

    9. Auburn Gold Country RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Auburn, CA
    43 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 885-0990

    "Bathroom s still need updating. New fences between back in sites, which was nice. Saved a couple bucks because we didn't need sewer. The office was super nice and let us have guests, no problem."

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

    10. High Camp

    1 Review
    Grass Valley, CA
    37 miles
    +1 (530) 304-6524

    $33 - $222 / night

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Glamping Reviews near Gridley, CA

91 Reviews of 14 Gridley Campgrounds


  • Gina C.
    Jul. 26, 2019

    Lake Francis Resort

    Fun cabin rental

    Some of my family has camped here in the past at one of the tent sites. We decided this time around to reserve one of their cabins. We stayed at the Diamond P cabin which has the best view of the lake within this group of cabins. You can walk to the lake (it’s about 100 yards) from this location. Though it does fill up fast (by 11am it was pretty full). They have a large portable toilet there for use. We spent our time at the pool which is near the flushable toilets and the ice cream parlor, restaurant, and camp store. The pool goes from 3.5’ ft to 5’ back to 3.5’ ft.

    The cabin was great. Two bedrooms, each with twin bunk beds and a full bottom bunk and twin above. Small bathroom with shower, mini fridge, hot plates, microwave, and dishes. Dining table and futon in the living area. Nice wide front porch to sit on and enjoy the view, communal tables and bbq for all the cabins. This unit also had a swamp cooler to help manage the heat.

    Check in is 4pm and check out is 11am. There is also a small game room with a pool table, a baseball field, paddle boats, and kayaks to rent.

    The down side is how quickly the easiest access to the lake fills up. Everyone has to drive over from the tent RV site to access the water. There are other places you can drive and park to get to the water, but there it a drop off into the water from there vs a gradual walk in.

  • A
    Jun. 18, 2020

    Inn Town Campground

    Unlike Any Other!

    The Inn Town Campground is unlike any other campground I’ve ever been to. We have stayed in one of the glampinig tents, and have also brought our RV. The common house has a fully stocked kitchen so you can camp without having to bring supplies! The campground is exceptionally clean and meticulously maintained. We even had a heated mattress pad in our glamping tent to keep warm 😁 The owners, Dan and Erin Thiem, really have thought of everything. Staying with them is a must!

  • Travis S.
    Jul. 25, 2019

    Inn Town Campground

    In a word, excellent!

    This campground has it all. It’s clean, has great amenities (pool, showers, kitchen, bathrooms), and it’s a nice walk away from town. It has a spot for everyone - RVs, glamping tents, and the standard tent sites (my style).

    Highly recommend!

  • H
    Aug. 1, 2021

    Inn Town Campground

    Great getaway!

    We spent two nights doing a family and friends reunion. We loved our rv spot, the rest of the group had great tent site and glamping tents. Facilities were super clean and nice. Pool was small but the pool area was really nice. Great location for swimming in the Yuba river!

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 20, 2021

    Bear River Park & Campground

    Nice location by the River.

    Sites 1-4 are walk in, the rest are drive up. All sites are right on the riverbank. Gold panning is popular here. Quiet campground with the relaxing sound of the river.

  • Nicki M.
    Jun. 9, 2018

    Bear River Park & Campground

    So much potential!

    This campground got a lot of negative reviews in the past for having a large year round transient population, but Placer County’s new online reservation system seems to have resolved that. The campsites are all along the beautiful Bear River. There are a couple of vault toilets. No potable water. Nice picnic tables and fire pits at each campsite. There is a significant amount of low bushes and brush between the campsites and the river. There’s quite a bit of poison oak so be aware. MOST of the campers there are folks like us just looking to relax. Unfortunately there are some patrons here that are obnoxious, trashy people. The people at the campsite next to ours didn’t feel like going to the vault toilets to use the bathroom. They instead used the beach next to the river to go #1 AND #2. Super fun to wake up to that in the morning complete with the toilet paper they used. 🤢

  • James W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 23, 2025

    The Parkway RV Resort & Campground

    Great Place to stop on I-5

    We needed a place to camp for the night, and Parkway was in the right location.  We booked through the Dyrt, but the campground's booking site was almost as easy.  We needed to move our reservation to one night earlier, and the camp staff graciously made it happen.  When we arrived, the sites were clean and orderly, and there was actually grass and level parking spots.  The full hookups worked great and it turned out to be just what we needed.  We also found a local panaderia for breakfast pastries that were delicious.  This was exactly what we needed.

  • E
    Jun. 23, 2020

    Thousand Trails Lake of the Springs

    Glad to get out in 2020

    We were just happy to get out and camping. It’s definitely a place I’ll put on my list to camp at again, especially when they figure out their electrical issues. From what I could tell when driving around the majority of the sites were level; we had 4 spots and all were easy to back in.

    Some Pros - the market was well stocked; majority of the staff were very helpful; campsites on the outer rings had shrubbery for site separation and inner rings are great for groups; showers were close and they had hot water; kids loved fishing from the shore; quiet at night; deer had no problem hanging out with us as we had our meals.

    Some Cons - I’m not really a fan of “first come first serve”, it makes it hard when group camping; there wasn’t a single day when some campsite didn’t have electrical issues, in fact they turned a lot of their RV sites into Tent Sites because of electrical issues; no wood fires, propane is okay; at no fault to the site/staff, and all due to Covid precautions, there was no playground, boat rentals, etcetera.

  • Carly D.
    Jun. 1, 2021

    Bear River Park & Campground

    Chill, beautiful and relaxing

    Four years running and eight trips under our belt, we love camping here. Only once was it not enjoyable, and that was last year when all of the "new" campers came out of the woodwork during quarantine and couldn't understand campground rules to save their lives.

    That said, our group adores Bear River. It offers rather level (if not flat) tent camping, and a few RV spots as well. Each spot has a fire ring, grill and picnic table. Their reservation site will let you know when they abide fire season safety and don't allow fires of any kind, so you have time to prepare. The on-site bathrooms are cleaned daily and roomy. You'll need light even before the sun sets though, it gets dark quickly in there.

    Depending on which site you choose, accessing the river can take some work, but a quick trip to the day use area provides very easy access. Our favorite spot has some easy climbing access, and we bring our chairs down and relax riverside all day long.

    There will almost always be several gold panning folks, and they almost always keep to themselves and don't disturb campers.

    The air is deliciously clean, the river provides a calming soundtrack at night, and the rangers are friendly and helpful.

    Animal-wise, we have seen everything from chickens to deer to a bear once, but it was absolutely terrified to see humans and fled immediately. Always know your surroundings and read up on your site - there will always be useful safety tips!


Guide to Gridley

Glamping near Gridley, California offers a mix of natural beauty and comfortable accommodations throughout the year. Located in the Sacramento Valley at approximately 90 feet elevation, the area experiences hot summers with temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F and mild winters. Surrounding waterways, including the Feather River and numerous lakes, provide water recreation opportunities within a 30-minute drive from town.

What to do

Fishing for trout and bass: Lake of the Springs RV Resort maintains a well-stocked lake where visitors can catch various fish species. "We spent practically the whole weekend in the lake. It was the perfect temperature to sit in for hours. No motorized water craft kept it quiet," notes a camper.

Kayaking and paddleboarding: The waterways around Gridley provide excellent paddling opportunities. "We took advantage of the water and after getting shuttled up to the bridge kayaked down the Yuba River and up Dry Creek all the way to our campsite," reports a visitor to Sycamore Ranch RV Park.

Wildlife viewing: Multiple campgrounds offer chances to spot local wildlife. "We saw a river otter playing in the creek, so there is life in it," notes a Sycamore Ranch visitor. Another camper at Lake of the Springs mentioned, "Each day a family of deer came through our site and were so tame they ate fruit right out of the kids' hands."

What campers like

Shaded camping spots: Collins Lake Recreation Area provides relief from summer heat. "Not a bad campsite, but was surrounded by RVs and people walking around," notes one visitor, indicating the social atmosphere of the campground.

Clean facilities: Many campgrounds in the area maintain high standards. "The facilities - including pay-showers - were very clean and in fabulous shape," reports a Sycamore Ranch camper. Another visitor noted the campground is "clean and well maintained."

Quiet evenings: Lake Francis Resort offers peaceful nights for those seeking tranquility. One regular visitor mentions, "Our family has been coming here for years. We love it. Nice quiet lake. Good campsites."

What you should know

Summer crowds: Collins Lake can become busy during peak season. "Can't bring dogs onto the beach area which was a bummer, but was too crowded anyways," notes one visitor during the summer months.

Seasonal water levels: Water access changes throughout the year. "In the Spring, the water level is much higher so the water line is closer to the campsites. In the fall, pre-winter, the water level is much lower. It was about a 50 yard walk down to the water from #116 camp site," explains a Collins Lake camper.

Limited cell service: Connectivity varies by location. At Inn Town Campground, visitors can stay connected, while other campgrounds offer a digital detox. "No cell service in any of the loops and WiFi isn't great," reports a Lake of the Springs visitor.

Tips for camping with families

Pool options for cooling off: Several campgrounds offer swimming pools as alternatives to lake swimming. "We spent the days at Fuller Dam, and the Yuba River and Scotts Flat Reservoir are nearby too," notes an Inn Town Campground visitor, pointing out the variety of swimming options.

Kid-friendly amenities: Look for campgrounds with dedicated children's areas. "The pool was amazing and the shuttle was great considering the heat," mentions a visitor to Rolling Hills Casino Truck Lot, highlighting amenities that help with children during hot weather.

Educational opportunities: Wildlife spotting becomes a learning experience. "Amazed to watch a bald eagle grab a fish and fly away," reports a Collins Lake visitor, describing a memorable nature moment for their family.

Tips from RVers

Site selection considerations: Unlevel sites can create challenges. "We stayed in site 110 with a lakefront view," notes a Collins Lake visitor, emphasizing the importance of requesting specific sites.

Hookup availability: Full hookups make extended stays more comfortable. "Both campsites, #66 and #116 had power, water and sewage. They were both lake front campsites, which meant the water or shoreline was right at our 'front door' from our 27' travel trailer," explains a Collins Lake RVer.

Dump station logistics: Some campgrounds charge additional fees. "If you don't have the premium hookup spots, you got to pay 20$ 'Service Fee' for dumping," warns a visitor to Auburn Gold Country RV Park, noting an unexpected cost for RVers.

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