Best Cabin Camping near Claremont, CA

Several cabin options exist within driving distance of Claremont, California. Crystal Lake Recreation Area Campground in Azusa offers rustic cabins open from April through December, with basic amenities and proximity to hiking trails. The cabins feature standard furnishings with varying sleeping arrangements. One camper shared, "There are 3 RV lots; 'A Lot' is for RV's 34' or smaller, 'B Lot' is for RV's 35' or larger, 'C Lot' is for RV's large or small." Millard Trail Campground provides more secluded cabin options with access to natural surroundings. Bonita Ranch Campground in Lytle Creek includes cabin rentals with electric hookups and pet-friendly policies.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Fairplex RV Park in Pomona and Rancho Jurupa RV Park in Riverside operate year-round with cabin accommodations that include more modern amenities. Most cabins require advance reservations, especially during summer months when availability becomes limited. A camper noted, "We stayed in both and liked the spacing and grass better in the cottonwood campground but overall this park was a nice surprise for us, especially given the limited amount of 'good' campgrounds around LA." Pet policies vary by location, with some cabins permitting dogs for an additional fee.

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities range from basic to fully equipped, with some locations offering only outdoor cooking options. Sunshine Loft provides drinking water, showers, and toilets in their cabin accommodations. On-site camp stores at locations like Crystal Lake Recreation Area stock essential supplies. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, "The campground also has a great store there. It has all the camping necessities." Nearby grocery stores in surrounding communities provide additional options for food and supplies, making extended cabin stays more convenient.

Best Cabin Sites Near Claremont, California (43)

    1. Crystal Lake Rec Area Campground

    26 Reviews
    Valyermo, CA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (626) 335-1251

    "Has a fire pit at each spot. Has picnic table, but very splintery, bring covers. Most sites have tree coverage."

    "We came on a Saturday afternoon, and even though 4 of the sections of camping were closed off - we found an AMAZING space in section D."

    2. Bonita Ranch Campground

    12 Reviews
    Lytle Creek, CA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 887-3643

    $35 - $45 / night

    "Easy access to a pretty trail right behind the campground. Very quiet and interspersed with long time stayers and temporary campers. I stayed in my van and had my cat and dog with me."

    "Cozy getaway in San Bernardino Forst with beautiful hiking trails and waterfall."

    3. Fairplex RV Park

    4 Reviews
    Pomona, CA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 593-8915

    "It's quaint quiet but you're packed in like sardines it's a tight fit but everybody here is pretty friendly there's a few downfalls for some of the spot test for you can't park your car there in the parking"

    "Although you are packed in pretty tightly like sardines it's a friendly environment very welcoming just the larger of your RV is little bit harder it might be to park they do offer full hookups they have"

    4. Rancho Jurupa RV Park

    17 Reviews
    Riverside, CA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (951) 684-7032

    $40 - $55 / night

    "The lakeview area has dirt roads, sparse grass and a few spots close to the lake. The Cottonwood campground has concrete pads and well maintained grass throughout."

    "Beautiful views all around Sunrise, Sunset and Night sky. Sights of all kinds of birds like hawks and herons. Water park and mini golf for kids. Showers and laundry convenient."

    5. Mountain Lakes Resort - Membership Campground

    4 Reviews
    Lytle Creek, CA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 887-7038

    $150 - $375 / night

    "it's a members only you can still get in on a trial it is an excellent place to buy into though I must say so they have activities themes that very from weekend a weekend such as example there was a petting"

    "We stayed at this resort as a guest of a member and though it is nice it is not available to the general public. "

    6. Canyon RV Park

    6 Reviews
    Yorba Linda, CA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (714) 637-0210

    $90 / night

    "Had to park the car at the office so it wouldn’t float away. Upon our arrival my husband pulled up in our 42’ 5th wheel and parked to go into the office."

    "Stayed for a quick weekend when hubby still had to work. no tent camping, but RV and wood cabins. easy to get in and out of but the 91 freeway is overhead and loud."

    7. Mountain Lakes Resort

    1 Review
    Lytle Creek, CA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 887-7070

    $0 - $10000 / night

    "We used to use her parents fifth wheel or use a cabin but recently purchased our own travel trailer. Now we come up here with our kids and I can’t say enough about how family friendly it is."

    8. Sunshine Loft

    1 Review
    Wrightwood, CA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 713-4812

    $129 - $239 / night

    9. Huttopia Paradise Springs

    2 Reviews
    Valyermo, CA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (661) 544-8006

    $236 - $369 / night

    "The ultimate glamping experience, everything was so cozy and beautiful."

    10. Millard Trail Campground

    9 Reviews
    Altadena, CA
    26 miles
    Website

    "Cool drive to get to the campground. You drive up and down these hilly roads up the mountain to get there. Once there, there's a parking lot that fits about 20 cars."

    "Fun little campground with decent facilities and beautiful surroundings. Lots of trails all around with a nice hike of about 1/2 mile up to Millard Falls that is easy for kids and grown ups."

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Cabin Reviews near Claremont, CA

262 Reviews of 43 Claremont Campgrounds


  • Dana H.
    May. 30, 2022

    Bonita Ranch Campground

    It’s okay 😐

    Pros: campground is very short walk to Lytle Creek. Also close to the trail for a hike to Bonita Falls.

    Cons: Not enough bathroom facilities for the amount of campsites. Women’s restrooms had only two stalls, constantly a long line. Also quiet hours are not enforced.

    Bring cash if you want to rent a fire pit. Sites do not have their own fire rings and you must rent one.

  • J
    Nov. 8, 2020

    Rancho Jurupa RV Park

    Near Historic District

    A little something for every type of camping. Cabins, paved pull through & natural dirt & grass. Friendly staff to check us in gates close at 10:pm your provided with a security gate code to get back in if your out late.

    Lots of families with children, fishing for catfish in the little lake which is shaded with trees and plenty of tables to picnic by the lake. Playground plus lots of grassy areas. We stayed in the natural area with hook-ups everything worked great.

    Neighbors were nice, cute set ups with twinkle lights and people enjoying outdoor fire pits. Campers we’re playing music, laughter echoes through camp ground but nothing too loud and all quiet later.

    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.

    The campground sells firewood plus has a little store. Would stay again.

  • j
    Mar. 25, 2021

    Millard Trail Campground

    Great campground for hiking/biking

    Cool drive to get to the campground. You drive up and down these hilly roads up the mountain to get there. Once there, there's a parking lot that fits about 20 cars. There's about 100 yd hike to the campsites. There's a road that leads to the campsite but it's been blocked off. Only the campsite managers use that road so it's not accessible by RV, just tents. A campsite manager stays in a little trailer overnight so if there's any problems there's somebody there you can go to and ask for help. There's about six campsites and their first come first serve, no reservations. I went during the week and was the only one camping. This place is heavily used for day camping and hiking. There's not a lot of privacy because there's always lots of people passing by who are hiking and biking. You can stay overnight which I did and everything was fine but there's not a lot of privacy. The next day as I was leaving there was another guy sitting up his tent. I bet on the weekends they can fill up pretty fast. It's in Bear country so they provide food storage for each campsite also trash containers too. Each side has a picnic bench and a fire pit. The fire ban has been lifted so you can have a fire. Each fire pit had wood left at it so you didn't have to go searching for campfirewood. Bathrooms included male and female toilets but no showers or water. There's a creek that runs through the campground which makes it very pretty. I saw two to three cabins along the outskirts of the campground that I assume were for rentals. There was one family at one of the cabins the night I stayed. About a 20 minute hike and you can end up at a waterfall which is very pretty. But there are several trails to take for hiking and biking and I saw lots of people doing that. Overall a good campsite four stars. Would have been five stars if they had showers and running water. I didn't see any bears although there was an animal outside my tent at one point in the night I could hear him nosing around. So it's important to keep all of your food and anything with any kind of smell in the bear boxes

  • Ed E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 21, 2020

    North Shore Campground - Lake Almanor

    Beautiful Camping near Lassen Volcanic National Park

    We reserved and camped at this beautiful campground back in July of 2018. It was a great experience. We pulled a 27' Travel Trailer from Livermore, CA and picked out the perfect site #94. It was the furthest RV site north of the campground and we had power, water and sewage. It was a lake front campsite so we had a nice view of the lake right in our "front yard" :-) We had a picnic table and a fire pit for our use.
    The fishing was awesome, but I suggest fishing in the mornings before the afternoon winds come in as the weather cools down. We had our kayaks and it is a beautiful lake to kayak. But when it gets windy, know your limits :-)
    The campground is close to the Lassen Volcanic National Park. We took a drive there for a visit and it was spectacular. 
    The campground also has a great store there. It has all the camping necessities. If you are into hiking and biking, this campground has the accommodations for that activity. It also has a kid's park.  They also have cabins if you do not want to use a tent or RV.

  • Lori J.
    Mar. 3, 2019

    Thousand Trails Soledad Canyon

    A "resort"? No. A campground? Yes.

    Very large park for RV, cabin and tent camping. As it's listed as a "resort", we figured it would be pretty upscale. Disappointment upon our arrival. Floods have been in the area and much of the sites were closed and being cleaned?? The road closest to our site was washed away (from earlier reviews it's been months), so a long jog or drive around the perimeter to get us to the pool, laundry and hot tub…speaking of which, the pool, hot tub and laundry facilities all needed attention. You could actually see people's footprints (bottom of pool and on pool and hot tub entry steps)…that much sand, dirt, etc…I didn't venture in. When we arrived, we started driving around to find the best site for our rig. We're a 32ft class A w/20ft enclosed cargo trailer tow. So, all in all about 55ft. Well, that wasn't easy. Most of the park's electric and some sewer connections didn't exist or were "down" for repair. We have yet to actually SEE someone working on these issues. We are currently here and checked in for a two-week stay. After some boon docking prior to our arrival, we wanted all the bells and whistles the park boasted they had. Took us just over THREE HOURS to find a decent spot. Many levels to this park and most didn't have a decent WiFi (we have our own router) signal. Some sites had dumpsters blocking them from being a true "pull-thru". That left us with about two areas to choose from. It's dusty, dirty, and, really, not ready to be called a "resort"….more rustic than we'd been looking for or what website photos showed. We would not recommend this "resort" to anyone. Several folks with dogs they let simply sit outside and bark, poo, etc….strict rules against that, in most all resorts we've ever visited. Unless you plan on tenting, cabin or what have you, it's not worth it. Very disappointing! :(

  • B
    Apr. 8, 2021

    Launch Pointe Recreation Destination and RV Park

    More than we expected

    Spent Spring break here with the family. We read a lot of reviews on this park - many of them mixed. Overall, this park did not disappoint - too much.

    Amenities are very good for young kids. Canopy Court area has easy and close access to the splash pad, the playground, a large grass area, and even the pool. The boat launch is very near by too but we had no use for that.

    This park is clean! Like no park I have seen before. The staff are always moving around the grounds and “picking up” as they go. Quiet hours are strict - some may see that as a bad thing but I appreciate it. Even with 4 young kids, we like that the park slowed down right on time.

    Only arguments - the spots are relatively tight. We reserved a spot for a rig with slide outs on both sides to accommodate our 39’er but it took some creative parking to get the rig into the spot in a way that we could actually open both sides. Once in, we had to make sure we pulled back far enough otherwise the very nice provided picnic table would of been right next to the front wheel. Water pressure is a bit low too but nothing terrible.

    Location wise - awesome. We used the campground as a base camp to spend time in LA and San Diego as well as a day in Joshua Tree National Park. 1-2 hours from everything.

    We will definitely be back.

  • Sara H.
    Oct. 1, 2021

    Lone Wolf Colony

    Here's clarification on this place

    Recreational vehicle camping available Daily, Weekly, or Month to Month. Spaces available based on waiting list, and by appointment and inspection.**

    We have 3 RV lots; ■ “A Lot” is for RV’s 34’ or smaller. ■ “B Lot” is for RV’s 35’ or larger ■ “C Lot” is for RV’s large or small.**

    All RV’s must be 2000 model year or newer. All RV’s must have Lone Wolf Colony caretaker approval.**

    We are a pet friendly facility. 2 pets permitted per RV. **

    We have movie night every Saturday.

  • C
    Jul. 29, 2020

    Reflection Lake RV Park

    Beautiful, but look more closely...

    This was our first time here. 

    We made it clear, at the time we reserved, that we needed a 50 Amp hookup. It turns out that our reservation was for a 30 Amp site (#21). We again made it clear at the time of check-in that we needed a 50 Amp site, we were moved from #21 to #31 (the only 50 Amp site left in the park). It is a lakeside parallel parking site that is beautiful. The lake has a fountain in the middle that gets illuminated at night, very nice indeed. 

    Now for the bad, although there was clearly a gate at the front entrance, we never saw it closed. The park provides security until 10 pm, after that, it seems that ANYONE can come and go. We heard from others that thefts had become common-place. 

    The tiny store at the entrance closes at 5 pm every day. Luckily there are several stores only a couple of blocks away. 

    Showers are not included in the price of your site rental, an average shower will cost between $1 and $2. You must purchase shower/laundry tokens from the tiny store. When we went to the store to purchase our tokens, we were told that they had to go empty the machines so that they had more tokens to sell. The laundry room was actually closed for the first 2 days we were there. 

    The dump station in the park was locked (no sewer hookups). You had to wait until someone from the tiny store was able to get free long enough to open the locked dump station. 

    The WiFi situation is horrendously bad, especially after about 9:20 pm. Apparently that is when their metering software kicks in. We went from watching our shows (NetFlix, etc) to the point that we couldn't even play a complete song over the connection. Still unhappy about the WiFi, an ominous warning came across my devices stating that there was suspicious/hacking activity on the WiFi network, disconnect immediately. 

    **OMSB: When are RV parks going to learn that in today's world, good, safe, WiFi is essential, and should not be an afterthought? TO ALL RV PARKS: Upgrade your WiFi now, I (and probably many others) would happily pay another $5 to $10 per day for great WiFi service. **

    There seemed to be an inordinate amount of trash around the entire place. There were multiple empty beer cans on our site when we arrived. The nice green lawn area that we walked our dogs on was littered with waste from other inconsiderate pet owners (please pick up after your pet). 

    The place is a little pricey for what you actually get, Everything seems to cost more, as long as you get it before 5 pm. 

    We have gotten much more, for much less. Overall the place was beautiful until you looked more closely. Unfortunately, it looks like people have stopped caring about maintaining this park.

  • Chanel C.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 4, 2018

    Moro Campground — Crystal Cove State Park

    Beautiful beach, no fires allowed

    [ PROS ]

    • Crystal Cove State Park and Laguna Coast Wilderness Park are adjacent to each other, and a small pedestrian gate separates them.
    • The best trail here stretches across the two parks -- No Name Ridge!! Amazing for EPIC SUNSETS!
    • Some sites have MILLION DOLLAR BEACH VIEWS of the ocean.
    • There are about 60 camp spots and a lot of them are RVs, but it’s nice because each row of 10 spots is elevated from the previous row (tiered campsites) so everyone gets a semi view
    • Part of CA State Parks so showers are token operated. Clean and well maintained
    • Walking distance to Crystal Cove Historic District, which has a couple places to eat right on the beach
    • Crystal Cove Historic District also has some "preserved" beach cottages from the 20s, 30s, and 40s on the beach that are largely in ruins. It’s fun to explore and check out.
    • Lots of fun things along the beach to look at like tide pools and rock formations beach
    • Great Visitor's Center that is worth checking out. The Rangers are amazing and provided us with a super helpful information about the park, its trails, and the cottages.
    • Each site comes with a picnic table, a water faucet/drain.
    • The beach has less crowds/tourists/homeless compared to other beaches. It’s really quite and peaceful.

    [ CONS ]

    • No coal or wood fires :( Kind of a bummer since your evening ends early. You can bring propane pits yourself for fires though. Also, it can get extremely cold at night in the canyons, even if it’s in the high 80s during the day. Be prepared.
    • They do not allow any alcohol at the park. No exceptions. Rangers patrol constantly and will approach you for random things if they see you breaking any campground rules.
    • The hiking trails essentially have zero shade so it gets really hot. Bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen so you don’t roast. Also stay hydrated!
    • The campgrounds is a little further from the beach than I expected from looking at photos online. There is no direct beach access so you’ll have to go to the day use area and pay for parking ($15 parking)
    • You can get to the beach if you’re down to wade through 2-3 feet of still water that puddles under the highway underpass. It’s a little inconvenient if you’re with children or carrying a lot of beach equipment.
    • Campsites are VERY close together so be prepared to meet your neighbors. It’s also very quiet as soon as the sun sets (since there is no campfires keeping people up) so everyone ends up going to bed around 8pm as to not disturb your VERY close neighbors.
    • Be careful of rattlesnakes

Guide to Claremont

Cabin camping options near Claremont, California offer convenient getaways within a 30-50 mile radius. Most locations sit at elevations between 2,000-6,000 feet, providing cooler temperatures during summer months when Claremont often exceeds 90°F. Winter cabin stays require preparation for potential snow at higher elevations, especially at sites in the San Gabriel Mountains.

What to do

Hiking from your cabin door: At Crystal Lake Rec Area Campground, cabins provide direct access to multiple trail systems. "Beautiful views of the mountains. Has bathrooms (no flush). Lots of Mosquitoes and bugs. Well worth it. Has a fire pit at each spot," notes Katarina A., who recommends bringing covers for the picnic tables.

Visit local swimming spots: During summer, Rancho Jurupa RV Park cabins provide access to a water park for cooling off. "Beautiful views all around Sunrise, Sunset and Night sky. Sights of all kinds of birds like hawks and herons. Water park and mini golf for kids," shares Xochiquetzal G., highlighting additional recreation options.

Fishing opportunities: Several cabin locations offer fishing access. Stocked lakes at Mountain Lakes Resort allow for trout and catfish fishing. "The legs are stopped on Thursday and there's no fishing on that day. The place is very clean, well kept, the staff is friendly," reports Sara H., noting specific fishing regulations.

What campers like

Scenic natural settings: Millard Trail Campground cabins offer a creek-side setting with a waterfall nearby. "Cool drive to get to the campground. You drive up and down these hilly roads up the mountain to get there. About a 20 minute hike and you can end up at a waterfall which is very pretty," writes a camper, highlighting the natural attractions.

Proximity to urban conveniences: Many appreciate how Canyon RV Park balances natural settings with urban access. "I have been here for a few months and I love it here. It's not only in the middle of a nature preserve but you're also in the middle of a City. You're nearby to all the stores you could ever need but you're also around a lot of wild life," explains Kerry L.

Well-maintained facilities: Cleanliness stands out at cabin locations. "This place is awesome full hookups lots to do trails and not to mention right on top of the creek. Friendly staff helpful too restrooms r clean showers clean too," reports Sara H. about Bonita Ranch Campground.

What you should know

Seasonal considerations: Cabin availability varies widely by season. Crystal Lake Rec Area cabins close from late December through April due to snow conditions. "We came on a Saturday afternoon, and even though 4 of the sections of camping were closed off - we found an AMAZING space in section D," reports Mercy M., highlighting how seasonal closures affect site selection.

Noise levels vary: Some cabin locations experience traffic noise despite natural settings. Canyon RV Park cabins experience highway sounds: "Campground is well-organized, with cabins, RV spots, a youth area, tent spots and a ropes course. The site is bordered by highways on both sides, and they create noise day and night," reports Christina S.

Weekend crowds: Most cabin sites near Claremont experience significant weekend traffic. "Very crowded on the weekends. However, if you drive further towards the back of the site you can find nice, secluded sites," suggests Ginger V. about Crystal Lake. Similarly, at Millard Trail Campground, a camper notes: "Will I go again on a weekend? NO!! Locals go up there to party."

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly amenities: Huttopia Paradise Springs offers glamping cabins specifically designed for families. "We loved our stay! The ultimate glamping experience, everything was so cozy and beautiful," shares Vanessa O., highlighting the comfort level for families.

Wildlife viewing opportunities: Many cabin sites offer wildlife watching. At Crystal Lake, Forest G. reports: "ANIMALS SEEN: Black bear, deer (wandered through our site), red foxes, Stellar's Jays, woodpeckers, other birds," noting the importance of being prepared with "bug spray."

Activity planning: Schedule cabin stays around programmed activities. "It is very crowded on the weekends. The lake is really more of a small, stagnant pond, not much to see there," notes one camper, suggesting families need to research beyond swimming options.

Tips from RVers

Site selection for cabins vs. RVs: At Rancho Jurupa Park, experienced campers recommend different areas depending on accommodations. "This place has two campgrounds. Cottonwood and Lakeside. Cottonwood is the nicest of the two. Cottonwood is for the true RV'ers. Lakeside is more for tent camping," advises Michele N.

Weather preparation: During winter months, cabins provide shelter from elements but require planning. "Stayed here two nights in August, it was nice and cool a good break from the heat. There are a lot of sites here for camping unfortunately they are not all open for use," notes Robert A., highlighting how seasonal closures affect availability.

Utilities and services: Electricity and water services vary significantly between cabin options. "Great park. It may not seem nice when you are passing through town to get in, but once you enter the gates it's beautiful. Large concrete pads, easy backing in and hooking up. Lots of grass," reports Paul C. about the RV facilities at Rancho Jurupa Park.

Frequently Asked Questions

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Claremont, CA is Crystal Lake Rec Area Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 26 reviews.

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