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Good spot, but I was waken up by a cop in a car at 2am asking me to leave.
Good spot, but I was waken up by a cop in a car at 2am asking me to leave.
Camping near Burlingame, CA
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Camping options along the San Francisco Peninsula near Burlingame include several established campgrounds and RV parks within 20 miles of the city. Half Moon Bay State Beach Campground offers tent, RV, and glamping sites along the coastline, while Anthony Chabot Regional Park provides year-round accommodations inland. Most developed campgrounds in the area support both tent and RV camping, with several locations specifically designed for larger recreational vehicles along the coastline between Pacifica and Half Moon Bay.
Many local campgrounds are paved and designed primarily for RVs rather than offering traditional wooded sites. As one visitor noted about San Francisco RV Resort: "It's essentially a parking lot on the edge of a cliff overlooking the sea." Sites often feature full hookups but can be tightly spaced, particularly at oceanfront locations where the premium is on the view rather than spaciousness. Coastal fog affects camping conditions year-round, with ocean-facing campgrounds experiencing cooler temperatures and limited visibility during summer months. Most developed campgrounds near Burlingame require reservations, with oceanfront sites booking quickly during peak season.
The coastal campgrounds provide distinctive experiences, with the Pacific Ocean serving as the primary attraction. Several sites sit directly above beaches or offer walking paths along ocean bluffs. According to one camper who stayed at Pillar Point RV Park: "Great spot right off the highway and on the beach. Lots of activities and places to eat within walking distance. Surfing, walking/bike trails, kayaking..." While beach access and ocean views represent major draws, proximity to roads means traffic noise can be an issue at some locations. Campgrounds farther inland, like Anthony Chabot Regional Park, provide more traditional camping with greater space between sites and natural surroundings. Most camping areas in the region remain open year-round, though coastal locations may experience wind and storms during winter months.
Best Campgrounds near Burlingame (134)
1. Half Moon Bay State Beach Campground
"We rarely make reservations to camp in California Beach Parks, as they are usually filled up weeks or even months in advance."
"Super cute town close by with fun shops and restaurants. The wind in the afternoon can be annoying but the views are worth it."
from $35 - $165 / night
Check Availability2. San Francisco RV Resort
"There’s a dog park close by if you want to go get down to the sandy beaches within walking distance great hookups water pressure is a little high."
"If you want a great little place with quick easy access to San Francisco that has a great view of the ocean this place is great! And affordable!"
3. 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 Availability4. Pillar Point RV Park
"Walking distance to shops and restaurants, walking and bike trails, beach access, and friendly staff!"
"Great spot right off the highway and on the beach. Lots of activities and places to eat within walking distance. Surfing, walking/bike trails, kayaking….Pet friendly"
from $95 / night
Check Availability5. 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."
"Since it's a new campground, the trees are young and don't supply much shade, but since it's close to the SF Bay, the bay breeze helps."
from $45 - $65 / night
Check Availability6. Kirby Cove Campground — Golden Gate National Recreation Area
"The walk to the beach was 60 seconds and the ocean can be seen from the site. Cool ww2 structures. You get a code to open the gate uptop and drive down to park for your stay."
"If you plan to leave your cooler outside of the bear box make sure it has a lock or secure latch. 3- you get a gate code and parking pass to drive down, but have to walk your gear the last 500-1,000 ft"
from $40 - $75 / night
Check Availability7. H. Dana Bower Rest Area Northbound
"I decided to stay here, because it was the right location for my road trip, it was free, and I thought the view of the city would be excellent."
"Reasonably quiet on the side away from the road. Very safe, police patrols throughout the day/night. Good hiking areas nearby. Bathrooms and trash cans. Highly recommend as it is also completely free."
8. Half Moon Bay RV Park
"The site was a pull through as well as our friends who were able to face the opposite way to have a common camp side with us. Of course the utility sides were in great position for that."
"From booking until leaving, we had a positive experience. Our site was a little tight, that would be the only thing I wish was better."
9. Candlestick RV Park
"Or Muni which takes about double the time including walk to the station. Great WiFi. It's a parking lot with close neighbors. Nice and clean facilities."
10. Trailer Villa RV Park
"Clean, has some views from far border of the hills but the spots are tight and there is not much to do but hook-up."
"After-hours check-in was a breeze, as the checkin instructions were taped to the main door of the office at the park entrance."
Drive Time
- 17 min from San Francisco, CA
- 34 min from San Jose, CA
- 47 min from Vallejo, CA
- 53 min from Santa Cruz, CA
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Recent Reviews near Burlingame, CA
805 Reviews of 134 Burlingame Campgrounds
- Lauren S.
TravelerHalf Moon Bay State Beach Campground
Beachside getaway
We stayed at Francis Beach Campground, we snagged a spot the week of since they release a few throughout the week. I’m so glad they do that for locals!
Campground is well maintained, there was an individual picking through the trash though so we made sure to lock up some stuff.
Sites are easy to get in and out of, pretty spacious. The middle sites aren’t too great, but the ones bordering the beach and the bike trail are very nice. We loved our spot, we had a trail right behind our trailer onto the beach!
Dump station is $10. Fresh water smelled a bit off, but we filled up and just used it for washing up.
- JJack D.
GuideSkyline Wilderness Park
Napa, California
We have stayed here a few times. I have a sister that lives here and this place is only about 3 miles from us! $80 for a back in space.
Rosa M.ScoutCarnegie State Vehicular Recreation Area
Stayed 2 nigths, it was perfect
We stayed 2 nigths, 10$ per night. The staff was very kind. The place has showers and bathrooms clean enough for being it the middle of towns. Each space has a fire ring and a table. There's a little bit of noise in the morning and afternoon because of the cars that avoid the highway and pass nearby. It's first come first served. Overall, it's a very safe and good place to camp
- NNameTraveler
San Francisco RV Resort
Beautiful park
Beautiful part, you can see the ocean from your site. There’s a dog park close by if you want to go get down to the sandy beaches within walking distance great hookups water pressure is a little high. If you don’t have a meter I recommend getting one it was at 80 psi which an older rig was older seals. It could easily blow a seal.
- Patrick W.Traveler
Sky Campground — Point Reyes National Seashore
Quiet, cool campsite in the "Sky"
Stayed one night at site 5 over the Fourth of July weekend. Great site at the top of the hill. It's a good distance from the bathroom and water (which is really a good thing). Very private compared to some of the other sites, although it's a little more exposed to cooler breezes than some. I used Sky as the intermediary camp between Glen and Coast. The fog rolled in the morning I packed up, and my tent was soaked. Careful if you have a single wall tent :)
Rabbits, quail, and deer seen around the campsite
Phillip S.ScoutBeach RV Pleasure Point
Very Convenient Spot
A very nice and well kept spot to park and enjoy Santa Cruz. You are close enough to walk to the beach and several restaurants. The sites are very close together. We were pleased on how clean and neat the area is kept. The temperatures were amazing for July.
Lee D.
LegendHalf Moon Bay State Beach Campground
Popular coastal camping
General: 52 RV/tent sites, four walk-in oceanfront tent sites, and a hiker/biker camp. 28 sites have electric hookups. No sewer (there is a dump station) and shared water spigots.
Site Quality: Sites are paved with room for an additional vehicle and are level. Some sites have decent spacing between them, but others have no privacy/separation (the internal sites with electric have less privacy). IMO, sites 48 and 16 are the best sites.
Bath/shower: Two bathhouses each with all-in-one toilet/sink combos. They could use a little TLC. Showers are standard CA state park requiring tokens to use. Did not use them.
Activities/Amenities: There are three trails for easy ocean access. Beach is long and ok for walking, but in the springtime, the beach is littered with “blue sailfish”. Dogs are not allowed. Walking north is better than south. The 7.5-mile Half Moon Bay Coastal multi-use trail is easily accessible from the campground. Little Free Library. There is a host on site who sells firewood for $15 from 4:30-9:30 pm daily.
There are not many camping options in this area, and the campground was fully booked during the week in mid-May. We had to make reservations several months in advance and could only get two nights, and we had to move sites. Four stars due to the lack of privacy between many of the sites.
- MMelinda S.Scout
Sherman Island Regional Park
Kite Surfers Dream
This location is perfect for people who are looking for the wind. Everyone is pretty respectful of one another. First come first serve $45/night. Not well maintained the road was flooded and it hadn’t rained in weeks in the area. Not well maintained. Must have self contained camper: van, rv, trailer. Tight quarters, it’s like a parking lot of vehicles camping right next to one another. There is a boat launch.
Guide to Burlingame
Camping spots near Burlingame, California range from oceanfront locations to wooded inland parks within a 20-mile radius. The region experiences typical coastal weather patterns with summer temperatures averaging 65-75°F during the day and dropping to 50-55°F at night. Many camping areas sit on former quarry sites or repurposed land, offering a unique mix of natural and reclaimed environments.
What to do
Trail access from campsites: At Anthony Chabot Regional Park, numerous trails connect directly to the campground. "There is an extensive network of trails accessible from the campground. It's a great natural area that is so conveniently located in the Bay Area," notes a camper at Anthony Chabot Regional Park.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Early mornings provide the best wildlife spotting conditions. "There is so much wildlife to see (deer, turkeys, owls, etc.). The eucalyptus groves make the air smell wonderful," according to another visitor at Anthony Chabot Regional Park.
Beach activities year-round: The coastal campgrounds offer direct beach access regardless of season. A camper at Half Moon Bay State Beach Campground notes, "Bike or walking trails to wonderful beaches and places to eat. Short drive to many other areas. Small but good size sites for where it is."
What campers like
Morning fog patterns: Coastal campers appreciate the unique morning atmosphere. "We were lucky to have good weather and limited wind. Beautiful walk in site (about 200 feet from car)," reports a camper at Half Moon Bay State Beach Campground who stayed at one of the walk-in sites.
Urban proximity with nature feel: Many campers value being close to urban amenities while still enjoying natural surroundings. At Dumbarton Quarry Campground, a visitor mentions, "This campground, while in the heart of Fremont, feels remote and safe in spite of being close to town. Sites are not huge, but arranged in such a way as to feel private."
Clean facilities: Campgrounds near Burlingame generally maintain high-quality facilities. "Bathrooms were spotless and backing into our site was a breeze. Best part about the campground is access to miles of trails by the side of the bay," notes a camper at Dumbarton Quarry Campground.
What you should know
Site spacing varies significantly: Many spots have limited privacy between sites. At San Francisco RV Resort, a camper reports, "Our group stayed here in early August of 2017. This RV resort gets packed!! RVs were super close together so it's a roll of the dice on what kind of neighbors you're gonna get!"
Reservation competition: Securing spots requires planning months ahead, especially for unique locations. A visitor to Kirby Cove Campground advises, "Make sure you're on top of the reservation window on recreation.gov, because there are only 5 super popular spots."
Wildlife interactions: Local wildlife can be persistent at certain campgrounds. "I've been camping my whole life and NEVER have I seen raccoons so persistent. Not aggressive. Just persistent. And fearless. They. Will. Not. Leave. You. Alone," warns a camper about Kirby Cove.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Some campgrounds offer dedicated play areas for children. At Dumbarton Quarry Campground, a visitor mentions, "There's a great playground if you have small kids, and lots of gentle hiking trails."
Beach proximity considerations: Families appreciate sites close to, but not directly on, the beach. "The walk-up sites (36-38) were right up against the beach, which was nice. We arrived on a Sunday night and the beach (open to non-campers) was a madhouse," notes a camper at Half Moon Bay State Beach Campground.
Educational opportunities: Some campgrounds near Burlingame are close to educational farms and parks. "It's also near Ardenwood Farm so if you have little kids it's a good spot to visit," shares a visitor to Dumbarton Quarry.
Tips from RVers
Level site availability: Many campgrounds offer concrete pads that eliminate leveling challenges. "Parking pads are concrete and flat; and drive lanes AND parking spots are wide and spacious for maneuvering large RVs," reports a visitor to Trailer Villa RV Park.
Late arrival protocols: For RVers arriving after hours, many parks have systems in place. "After-hours check-in was a breeze, as the checkin instructions were taped to the main door of the office at the park entrance," notes a camper at Trailer Villa RV Park.
Space configurations: Many RV parks have thoughtfully designed pull-through sites. A visitor to Half Moon Bay RV Park explains, "The site was a pull through as well as our friends who were able to face the opposite way to have a common camp side with us. Of course the utility sides were in great position for that."
Frequently Asked Questions
What RV camping options are available near Burlingame?
What RV camping options are available near Burlingame?
Several RV camping options exist near Burlingame. Half Moon Bay RV Park offers pull-through sites with helpful staff who assist with reservations and provide guidance on the best ways to enter your assigned space. Another option is San Francisco RV Resort near Pacifica, which features drive-in access with reservable sites, water hookups, toilets, and is big-rig friendly. Both locations provide convenient bases for exploring the Bay Area while having your RV accommodations set up.
Are there any affordable campgrounds near Burlingame for weekend stays?
Are there any affordable campgrounds near Burlingame for weekend stays?
For affordable weekend camping near Burlingame, consider Sanborn County Park, which offers a nice car-free camping experience with a short walk up a paved path from parking to campsites. They provide carts to help haul gear and storage boxes at each site. Another budget-friendly option is Anthony Chabot Regional Park, which features sites close to restrooms and water. Both parks offer more economical alternatives to coastal campgrounds while still providing access to beautiful natural settings.
Where can I find camping spots in Burlingame, California?
Where can I find camping spots in Burlingame, California?
While there aren't campgrounds directly in Burlingame city limits, several excellent options exist nearby. Half Moon Bay State Beach Campground is a popular choice about 30 minutes away, offering tent camping at $35/night plus reservation fees, with water available and a Safeway just a mile away. For a forested alternative, San Mateo Memorial Park serves as an excellent basecamp for exploring redwood hiking trails and is known for its well-maintained facilities. Both options provide convenient camping access within a reasonable drive from Burlingame.
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