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Ok, but you guys need to improve lots stuff. Pool was out of order, stuff were not that friendly, I would suggest if you can concrete sites, hard for in and out
Camping near Danville, CA
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Established campgrounds surround the Danville, California area, with notable options including Mount Diablo State Park and regional wilderness preserves. The region includes three main campgrounds on Mount Diablo—Juniper, Live Oak, and junction sites—offering tent and RV camping accommodations. Anthony Chabot Regional Park provides additional developed camping options with sites that accommodate both tents and larger recreational vehicles. Campgrounds generally feature picnic tables, fire pits, and food storage boxes, with varying levels of amenities such as drinking water, toilets, and showers.
Accessing Mount Diablo's campgrounds requires navigating winding mountain roads that can take 30-45 minutes from town, with extra time needed on weekends due to cycling traffic. A visitor commented, "It takes about 45 minute drive from town to the top, longer if you are doing it on a weekend when you'll be waiting to pass cyclists." Summer temperatures can reach over 100°F, while nights may bring strong "Diablo Winds" comparable to Santa Ana winds. Gates at Mount Diablo close at sunset, preventing exit without ranger assistance. Most campgrounds require reservations, which can be difficult to secure, especially during pleasant weather seasons. Cell service is generally available throughout the area, with varying reliability depending on campground location.
The camping experience varies significantly between locations, with Mount Diablo offering panoramic views of the East Bay area and beyond. A camper noted that Juniper Campground provides "absolutely worth it views of the east bay, and on a clear day, all the way to SF and the pacific." Wildlife encounters are common, including deer, wild turkeys, raccoons, and coyotes. Las Trampas Regional Wilderness offers a more secluded experience with fewer amenities but proximity to hiking trails. The ground at many sites is rocky and uneven, making sturdy tent stakes essential. Regional parks closer to urban areas like Anthony Chabot provide a wilderness feel despite their accessibility, featuring trails around lakes and through wooded areas, though swimming is prohibited in some bodies of water due to water quality concerns.
Best Campgrounds near Danville (163)
1. Anthony Chabot Regional Park
"as usual some spots are better than others but most close to restrooms and/or water. lots of poison oak and star thistle right off trail. great deterrent for kids to stay out of tick areas but id worry"
"Midweek in June the park, which is fairly large, is still nearly empty."
from $25 - $200 / night
Check Availability2. Live Oak Campground — Mount Diablo State Park Campground
"be careful driving up the windy road and watch for the many cyclists. going up/down with you. "
"This mountain has many of hiking trails for various levels of hikers."
from $30 / night
Check Availability3. Alameda County Fairgrounds RV Park
"The Fairview RV Park is a great Bay Area location easy to find right off hwy 680, in the Alameda county fairgrounds. The staff are all pleasant to work with and the park and facilities are clean."
"If the Alameda Fairgrounds are having an event, you can't beat this location, it's on the property."
4. Del Valle Campground — East Bay Regional Park District
"After time spent here at this oasis in the middle of Eastbay, California, you’ll very much feel like part of this place with its endless trails, fantastically well-kept camping grounds and the warm hospitality"
"Campsite amenities were great, easy access to water and bathrooms. Bathrooms were spotless the whole weekend, even though it was a holiday weekend and every site was booked."
from $15 - $200 / night
Check Availability5. Juniper Campground — Mount Diablo State Park
"We didn’t have a reservation, but got 1 upon arrival around 2pm. Our site had nearby bathrooms, showers & trash. It included picnic table, fire pit, food storage boxes, & is very spacious."
from $30 / night
Check Availability6. Dumbarton Quarry Campground on the Bay
"What they do have are scores of hookup sites for $60 / night and three tent / drive-in no hookup water-only sites for $45 / night."
"The showers are roomy with ok water pressure (for California) and warm water. The laundry is super convenient. They even have summer ranger programs but we didn’t see many kids here."
from $45 - $65 / night
Check Availability7. Morgan Territory Regional Preserve
from $15 / night
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from $75 / night
Check Availability9. Alameda County Fairgrounds campground
"The least expensive sites are very close to neighboring campers. Although drive through site and premium site have more space as price for site increases. We'll kept and convenient to Bay Area."
from $48 - $75 / night
10. Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park
"Magical :) I feel at Peace at Such a Beautiful Location. Its a Must see."
from $75 / night
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Drive Time
- 30 min from Vallejo, CA
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Recent Reviews near Danville, CA
758 Reviews of 163 Danville Campgrounds
Anthony V.ScoutTrailer Tel RV Park
Nice clean, bad management
I lived at this trailer park from October 2021 until June 2026. I loved living here and the lifestyle. I've always been on good terms with property management and owners. Wayne and I would talk often, I even bought him and his wife dinner because i noticed we're eating at the same place. I've recently been going through a divorce and spoke with Wayne about personal issues, I generally keep to myself but I thought Wayne was a man of integrity. Come to find out he's spreading my personal business throughout the trailer park. Around June 25th i asked wayne, if I could speak to him privately in his office, he said, no, my boss is in there. I then asked him about the moving out process, and if I could possibly rent another spot in the park and leave my ex wife in that spot. This is what He deemed an appropriate response in the middle of the street in front of neighbors, The property owner and staff. "Your wife has a bad reputation". What do you mean complaints? "Not only that several of your neighbors have told me that they're sleeping with your wife". I was humiliated, embarrassed would be an understatement. I then told him that i'm gonna be out of there as soon as possible. He then said "I have 6 people fighting for that spot. If you can be out by the end of the month, I'll get them in right away". Come the 1st of the month. Wayne gives me a call saying they are keeping my deposit, and I owe an additional $310 i was perplexed. After trying to talk to him about this, he became aggressive, yelling, using profanities. After realizing how this was going, I asked for an Itemize statement and a copy of my lease agreement. I also asked if I still need to pay for the next several days, can I have use to the facilities still? Pool, weight room, laundry room ect. There was a long, awkward pause, he eventually said, I would prefer if you don't. This just seemed really off to me that you are forcing me to pay, but I can't use what i'm paying for. He then said "I got shit to do bro". And hung up the phone. I've spoke to him 3 times train to get an explanation or some clarity on my end but each time I am met with aggression and being hung up on with no resolution. Today when I spoke with him, she told me, " i don't care if you pay or not. Ill send you to collections, you turned in your mail key and moved your trailer". "You don't have a leg to stand on, i suggest you sue us". I then said, wayne, this is exactly the problem.You're the property manager, you should care if your current or former tenants, our paying their bills. I'm just trying to come to a resolution. He then hung up the phone and ignored my return calls. Again the facility is great, clean, we'll maintained i really anticipated on leaving a 5 star review but the way Wayne mishandled this is disappointing to say the least. I hope the owner will please call me, Anthony Vyeda #52
Sorry to the owners of trailer tel rv park for leaving this honest review.
Chia-Chia W.
TravelerOlema Campground
Easy to book, plenty of sites, harmless animal
It's a popular campground in the northern california that's relatively easy to book. We book 1-2 weeks before and still got a spot.
- AAndrew P.
GuideCastle Crags Campground — Castle Crags State Park
Semi-Decent
We arrived with no reservations and had many spots to choose from. The spots aren’t super private but you usually have your own space. There’s a market and lots of hikes super close by. The showers were coin operated, with coins you had to buy from the ranger station (1 coin = 2 mins). The showers and bathrooms were not clean at all. For as many rangers and workers we saw, we were severely disappointed by how gross the bathrooms were. Stars would probably be higher if it wasn’t for that.
Grant M.
RangerBenicia State Recreation Area
Right place and price, some qualifications
No tents, no rest room, no dump, must arrive after 4pm and leave by 9 am, MUST have your own bathroom…. But it’s like $12, and if you need to be in Benecia it’s great.
- SStephanie C.Guide
Samuel P. Taylor State Park Campground
Busy Campground with Gorgeous Trees
This campground is okay (3.5/5 stars) - the sites are close together and it seems to be very popular spot with a lot of families. Our section was fairly quiet but other areas were quite loud.
The campground is dog friendly and dogs are allowed on the paved roads. The bathrooms were pretty nice and the showers had hot water. You need to purchase a token for $1 from the park ranger when checking in and that will get you 5 minutes of hot water.
We stayed at site 49 and couldn't figure out where other folks put their tents. There was a slightly elevated area in the back left site of the campsite but it didn't look used, was on a slight hill, and looked directly into the campsite next to us so we opted to put our tent on the flat area right by the driveway.
Melina H.ScoutTreasure Island MH and RV Park
Great Spot
Stayed here for 2 nights. Staff was very nice and the restrooms looked great and worked perfectly fine. Very quiet.
- clean washers and dryers available for a few $ Metro not far away to get into the city and a few stores in walking distance
- RRandy G.Scout
Candlestick RV Park
Hard pass
Obviously a long term lot with a very “wrong turn” kind of vibe. Website on apple is blocked for deceptive practices . There was but link from here works. Never got confirmation e,ail so I called.. 800 number, no answer.. local number answered said I wouldn’t get confirmation until noon tomorrow. Then told me to come on as a walk in. We pulled up, pulled through, left quickly.. bad decisions unless you are on hard times.
- AAdam G.Scout
Westgate Landing Regional Park
A beautifully-disorganized little campground.
The campgrounds was well kept - grass was mowed - trashes empty. Beautiful little spot if you like to fish the delta. But they have a sign as you enter the property that says “Pay Here” but don’t do that because the prices on the sign are not correct, and the instructions are also incorrect… I guess. I know this because I was told that I got it wrong and if you argue about it, they will threaten to call the sheriff. I like sheriffs.
Guide to Danville
The camping opportunities near Danville, California span elevations from 400 to 3,800 feet across various East Bay Regional Parks and Mount Diablo State Park. Summer temperatures can range dramatically between campgrounds due to elevation differences, with lower elevations experiencing more moderate conditions compared to Mount Diablo's extreme heat that can exceed 105°F in July and August. Ground conditions at most sites are predominantly clay soil with rocky substrates that can challenge tent staking and drainage during rare rain events.
What to do
Hiking trails access: Several campgrounds connect directly to extensive trail systems. At Las Trampas Regional Wilderness, "Pass the cows grazing in the meadows to climb clear to the top for a most spectacular view of Eastbay and nearby Mt. Diablo," notes Stuart K. Many trails have moderate-to-difficult ratings due to elevation changes.
Bird watching opportunities: The wetland areas provide excellent bird viewing during migration seasons. At Dumbarton Quarry Campground, campers appreciate "access to miles of trails by the side of the bay" with Tim C. highlighting the diverse shorebird population visible during morning hours.
Lake recreation: Some campgrounds offer water activities at nearby reservoirs. At Del Valle Campground, "Great lake for paddling as the speed limit for boats is low. Good fishing too," reports Tom G. Fishing licenses are required, and many sites restrict swimming access.
What campers like
Quick escape proximity: Many campers value the accessibility from urban areas. "Paradise an hour from the city. It is great for laid back camping!" raves Kyla M. about Anthony Chabot Regional Park, where the short distance allows for spontaneous weekend trips.
Wildlife encounters: Multiple campgrounds report abundant wildlife sightings at dawn and dusk. "We saw deer, cattle, raccoons and many other four legged vermin running around the area," mentions Stuart K. about Las Trampas Regional Wilderness. Many campers recommend bringing binoculars for wildlife spotting.
Varied campsite options: The region offers everything from basic tent sites to full hookup RV accommodations. At Juniper Campground, "Our site had nearby bathrooms, showers & trash. It included picnic table, fire pit, food storage boxes, & is very spacious," notes Brittney L., highlighting the well-maintained facilities.
What you should know
Gate closure limitations: Several parks enforce strict gate closures after sunset. "Only reason for 4 stars is that they lock you in at sunset; if you want to leave you have to call the fire department to open the locked gate," reports Blake H. about Mount Diablo State Park, restricting evening flexibility.
Weather extremes: Temperature swings can be substantial, particularly at higher elevations. "Insanely hot in the summer, I would recommend not going in July like we did. It was 104° or something," warns Ben W. about Juniper Campground, while also mentioning "Lots of free water and there's free showers too."
Reservation windows: Most campgrounds require advance booking, especially during peak seasons. "It's popular, especially on the weekends, and I'd recommend reservations," advises Amanda P., with many sites opening reservation windows 6 months in advance.
Tips for camping with families
Site selection guidance: Families should prioritize campgrounds with specific amenities. At Live Oak Campground, "The campsites provide a old broken down picnic table, a bear box, a grill, and a fire pit. There are shared restrooms with plumbing to use," explains Derek B., which offers basic necessities for family camping.
Wildlife education opportunities: Many sites provide excellent nature learning experiences. "We saw a mix of wildlife. Deer, hawks, wild turkeys. We saw an amazing sunset too," shares Sarah F., recommending dawn and dusk as prime wildlife viewing times for children.
Activity planning considerations: Seasonal conditions affect available activities. "The water is super clear and they have two beaches with a lifeguard which can get crowded," notes Rosina A. about Del Valle Campground, highlighting the swimming areas that operate primarily from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Tips from RVers
Access route awareness: RV drivers should plan their approach routes carefully. "The road in is fairly winding with a bit of a drop down the cliff. If you're heading in at dusk or dawn, go slow," advises Ryan W. about driving to Anthony Chabot Regional Park, where narrow roads can challenge larger vehicles.
Utility considerations: Hookup availability varies significantly between campgrounds. At Dumbarton Quarry Campground, "Each pitch has a bench and fire pit, plus water, electricity and sewer hook ups. WiFi too, not super strong but it worked!" reports Sally T., though noting sites are "quite exposed" to wind.
Levelness challenges: Many sites require significant leveling equipment. "Sites #1-4 back up to the Towhee Trail, so expect hikers to pass by close behind you. The better sites are #5-12 with #11 and #12 being the best," recommends Lori T., providing specific guidance on selecting the most level RV-friendly sites.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are the best campgrounds in Danville?
Where are the best campgrounds in Danville?
Live Oak Campground — Mount Diablo State Park Campground is one of the best camping options near Danville, offering spectacular panoramic views of the East Bay area including Walnut Creek, Lafayette, and Danville itself. For those willing to venture a bit further, Las Trampas Regional Wilderness provides a more rugged experience with hiking trails and natural surroundings. Both locations offer an escape from urban life without traveling far from Danville. Mount Diablo's windy access road requires careful driving, especially when sharing the road with cyclists, but the scenic vistas make the journey worthwhile.
How much do campsites cost in Danville?
How much do campsites cost in Danville?
Campsite costs near Danville vary by location and amenities. At Del Valle Campground — East Bay Regional Park District, standard campsites typically range from $25-35 per night, with potential additional fees for extra vehicles. Alameda County Fairgrounds RV Park offers more developed RV sites at higher rates, typically $45-65 per night depending on hookups and season. Most state park campgrounds in the region charge entrance fees separate from camping fees. Reservations are highly recommended for all campgrounds, especially during peak summer months and weekends. Many campgrounds offer senior or disabled visitor discounts, and some have day-use fees for non-overnight visitors.
What amenities are available at Danville camping sites?
What amenities are available at Danville camping sites?
Camping sites near Danville offer various amenities depending on the location. Anthony Chabot Regional Park provides campsites with convenient access to restrooms and water, picnic tables, and family-friendly areas. The park has designated tent areas separate from RV sections. Juniper Campground — Mount Diablo State Park offers basic amenities including water access and walk-in sites. Most campgrounds in the region provide fire rings or pits (subject to seasonal fire restrictions), picnic tables, and access to hiking trails. Bathroom facilities range from flush toilets to vault toilets depending on the specific campground.
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