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Wildhaven Sonoma and Johnson's Beach accommodate upscale glamping experiences near Cloverdale, California. Wildhaven Sonoma has 40 safari-style canvas tents with comfortable beds, electricity, and private decks. The thoughtfully designed glamping sites include picnic tables and fire rings for evening relaxation. Johnson's Beach offers glamping tents along the Russian River, providing waterfront access with electrical outlets for charging devices. These luxury outdoor accommodations maintain comfort while connecting guests with nature through canvas walls that allow natural sounds and breezes. The Aurora RV Park & Marina has yurt accommodations near Clear Lake with water views. "This place has it all. Great restaurant just outside the property, well stocked general store, arcade, park, and oh yes beach front access where the river does a nice bend," noted one guest about River Bend Resort.
The Russian River provides a natural playground for glamping visitors with swimming, kayaking, and fishing opportunities directly accessible from several properties. Wildhaven Sonoma sits in Alexander Valley wine country, making it ideal for vineyard tours between outdoor adventures. One reviewer highlighted, "Sweet little spot...access to the river and few steps away from an old small town feel. Lots of local shops and bars right outside the campsite." Johnson's Beach glamping tents place visitors within walking distance to downtown Guerneville shops and restaurants. Sugarloaf Ridge State Park offers glamping yurts with proximity to hiking trails and stargazing opportunities. The Clear Lake region features glamping options with boat rentals and fishing access, while the glamping sites at San Francisco North-Petaluma KOA provide a convenient base for exploring both wine country and coastal attractions.
"Camp staff is awesome and helpful! Josh checked us in late and took care of everything even though the store was closed. Pool/jacuzzi both warm, on-site fishing pond, many sites with full hook ups."
"Love this spot for glamping it has a fishing pond, swimming pool, and a hiking trail! Very beautiful scenery! Very close to the town of Cloverdale about a 5-10 min drive!"
from $89 - $109 / night
Check Availability"Great spot in the middle of town. walking distance from all shops and bars while still on the river. Friendly staff, friendly neighbors."
"There is an access to the river and few steps away from an old small town feel. Lots of local shops and bars right outside the campsite."
from $50 - $100 / night
Check Availability"Then, after a day of riding and wine tasting, we retired back to our campsites for an evening of grilling and drinking of local wines (of which there are many, many excellent choices)."
"WE just stayed two nights camping and had a great time, site was good, bathrooms and showers were clean. Good access to wineries close by. "
from $43 / night
Check Availability"Great restaurant just outside the property, well stocked general store, arcade, park, and oh yes beach front access where the river does a nice bend."
"Floated the river each day, movie night at the theatre, the kids loved the arcade, and the staff was awesome. We will return!"
from $79 - $360 / night
Check Availability"She answered all our questions and showed us around. We feel in love with this place! 💕 You can fish right from your camp spot if you get a spot right on the water."
"It’s a cute little campground, conveniently located right on the lake. There are a few sites directly at Lake side and Moore across the street. Generally well kept looks a little older."
from $22 - $75 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $89 - $299 / night
Check Availability"Did a little recon prior to booking our trip and decided on site #39, as we were only staying for 3 nights and did not need any sun for solar for that short of a stay."
"The staff was super friendly. We enjoyed a fire while enjoying the night sounds of nature. The only complaint was the site that decided to run the generator after hours."
from $35 - $45 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $58 - $119 / night
Check Availability"Best friendly and helpful staff. Very clean sites and restrooms."
"With a good location you can take some walks to the Salmon River. The pull thru was long but is very narrow. Time you are setup, the camp side of the site is very small."
"Easily accessible & right near downtown. These cabins are thoughtfully developed with wonderful onsite amenities. The staff are incredible and the restaurant is delicious!"
from $250 - $500 / night
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GuideClean and well laid out. Laundry has 3 washers and 3 dryers. Prices are high but normal for CA. It’s a bit of a walk to the nearest beach, but you can drive if you want to. Sites are all gravel with a picnic table and divided by a fence. It’s a packed place with no real views. Staff is very nice. Dogs were wondering through our site and quiet hours were not enforced.
GuideThis KOA is pretty big with plenty of options for RV sites. Wide variety of full hook-ups or partial hook-ups. Like most (if not all) KOAs, you can also tent camp or tent cabins. Good size dog park for the pets to run and be free, as well as plenty of fun activities to entertain the kiddos. For us, this is a great spot to shoot down the highway and pull in for a few days to get away from the hustle and bustle of normal life! Close to downtown Petaluma with plenty of premium shops and restaurants.
ScoutJeanne and Roberts treehouse is a luxurious Wonderland of a campground! We had total privacy, a pool, sauna and hot tub and a cool little treehouse to sleep in (with real stairs, leading up to it), Our dogs had a great time because they were off leash… The place is completely private and fenced! We highly recommend, the treehouse… You won’t be disappointed!
TravelerMiddle creek campground was as close as we could find to free camping in Upper Lake CA. At the time of our visit 90% of the Mendocino National Forest was closed as a result of fires the past year as well as landslides due to rains.this is normally a ohv area but since all trails are closed it is quiet and peaceful.you can hear the creek running along the camp, as well as the wild turkeys . There must be over 15 different species of birds as well. Each campsite has a picnic table , fire pit as well as a bbq grill. They do have vault toilets and running water. It was $8.00 a nite but offered a discount with a America the beautiful pass
ScoutJust got back from a 2 night stay at Johnson's Beach campsite. We found the camp grounds to be so-so and not the most maintained. While we were there, we saw more than a few families come for a night and leave earlier than expected because of complaints of their sites.
If you are interested in Johnson's Beach, I'd rather do one of their glamping tents or bungalow instead.
Pros:
Good location to the beach; 2 minute walk from camp site to the beach.
Nice clean and well maintained bathrooms and showers.
5 minute walk to downtown / Safeway
Host (Chris) was nice and did his best.
Outlets at each site.
Well shaded by trees (although is also a con).
Cons:
Guide3 sites are currently closed due to COVID to encourage social distancing; sites fill up quickly on weekends; no on-site camp host, but Cal Fire does come through to write receipts and pick up trash. Not sure if there's water (we brought our own). Good option if needing first come first serve sites since all of the state parks are reservation-only currently. All sites have fire ring and picnic table, also some access to the creek/river bed below to explore. Really convenient to Fort Bragg (30 min away) or Willets (30 min away). No cell service. Only possible complaint would be that you can hear the road noise, but get used to it after awhile.
ScoutJeanne and Robert’s Hipcamp is amazing. We had such fun there. Their treehouse site has a solar, heated pool, a sauna, and a hot tub! The Vancamp site has total privacy, and a hot tub in the redwoods. We could not have found a better place to hang out and chill! Our dogs even got to be off leash because it is all fenced!
TravelerLived in this area almost my whole life and never knew about this campground. Did a little recon prior to booking our trip and decided on site #39, as we were only staying for 3 nights and did not need any sun for solar for that short of a stay. Tons of shade with the sites along the south side of the campgrounds, tons of sun along the north side. So depending on the time of year and your solar charging needs, this may make a difference. There were ample water faucets along the campground road and bathrooms were only a short walk in just about any direction. The showers are located along the north east portion of the loop, and they are fantastic. Large, hot, coin operated showers at the rate of $0.25/min. There is free WiFi with limited bandwidth at and around the visitor’s center, as well as an option to pay for premium internet at a reasonable daily or weekly rate. There is firewood and bagged ice available at both the visitor’s center and with the camp hosts. They can take card, cash, or you can pay using their QR code. They also have some basic supplies and snacks at the visitor’s center. The campsites are your standard fare with a parking area, a picnic table, and a fire pit. Some of the sites are less level than others, but there are plenty of good places to set up tents. Additionally, some of the parking areas for each site are better than others. At our site, we were able to fit our teardrop, our tow vehicle, and our parent’s jeep in our assigned parking area at site 39. The campsites are relatively close together, so that might be an issue if you visit when it’s booked up, but we went just after Labor Day and we had at least two to three empty sites to either side of us. The camp host was friendly and helpful, as were the rest of the staff. Lastly, depending on the time of year, you may encounter yellow jackets, so prepare accordingly. If you don’t have your own mosquito net tent, you can rent one at the site for about $15/day, plus a $25 mandatory setup fee. It appears that they also have a couple “glamping” sites which are furnished with a fancy teepee tent, chairs, and I believe they even have their own private portapotty. Speaking of portapotty, you can rent your own at your site for about $10-15/day, too. Very convenient if you are reliant on that amenity and your chosen site is far from the other restrooms. Lots of hiking around, there’s an observatory nearby, and it looks like a popular spot for cyclists, as well.
ScoutThe North Fork campground is about 30 minutes off of Interstate 80 along a 1-2 lane paved road. The campground is next to the Truckee River but most sites do not have easy access to it.
There are only three pit toilets since one of them is permanently damaged and has been for quite some time. There is no running water or access to any electricity.
It is is a small to medium size campground which is a plus and it’s in the trees.
Glamping accommodations near Cloverdale, California provide access to both Clear Lake and the Russian River areas, creating distinct seasonal experiences. Summer temperatures often reach 90°F while winter drops to the 40s, making weather planning essential. Many sites require advance bookings with minimum stay requirements, especially during peak summer months when water recreation draws visitors to the region.
Kayaking at Narrows Lodge Resort: The resort offers boat rentals for exploring Blue Lakes, known for its crystal-clear waters. "The water is crystal clear and there's a little dock for jumping off of. They bring in sand for the beach which makes it a really nice experience," shared one visitor at Narrows Lodge Resort.
Hiking at Sugarloaf Ridge: Trails range from easy meadow walks to challenging elevation climbs, with wildlife viewing opportunities throughout. "You can easily hike 20 miles around the park. There are a handful of great loop options and a few great out and backs too," notes one reviewer about Sugarloaf Ridge State Park Campground.
Stargazing tours: The Robert Ferguson Observatory at Sugarloaf Ridge offers guided night hikes. "We went on a night hike for a star gazing tour and had a great time!" shared a camper who visited with family.
Wine country access: Located centrally to numerous vineyards, many glamping sites serve as ideal bases for day trips. "Bike trail right out of the campsite, through the vineyards into Calistoga," mentioned a visitor at Bothe-Napa Valley State Park, highlighting the easy access to wine regions.
Easy water recreation: Multiple sites offer direct water access without needing to transport equipment. "This place has a great helpful staff, great Russian River wine country location and is next to the Russian River pub," reports a visitor to River Bend Resort.
Proximity to small towns: The ability to walk to local businesses from camp is frequently mentioned. "If you enjoy Guerneville and want a simple campsite where you can easily walk to every bar, restaurant, and the redwoods, this is the spot," according to a camper at Johnson's Beach.
Diverse accommodation options: Sites range from basic tent spots to fully-equipped glamping structures. "We rented a camping yurt and we were so surprised how big it is! We received a key to our own bathroom and shower!" explains a guest at Narrows Lodge Resort.
Children's amenities: Family-focused campgrounds offer dedicated recreational spaces. "Great things for kids to be entertained by and enjoy for sure," notes a visitor to San Francisco North-Petaluma KOA, which includes playgrounds and a pool.
Road access challenges: Some locations have difficult approach roads that require careful planning. "The road to get into the campground is very sketchy. It is extremely narrow and there is nowhere to pass along it. Make sure you abide by the check-in check-out times," warns a camper about Narrows Lodge.
Site spacing concerns: Many reviews mention proximity issues between campsites. "They really packed too many tents into the area. Large groups dominate the areas. Loud and crowded," cautions a visitor to Wildhaven Sonoma.
Seasonal water conditions: Clear Lake properties sometimes experience algae blooms in summer. "On what's called a creek. I was told I could pick any Lakefront campsite but this is not the lake!" explained a camper at Clear Lake Campground, highlighting mismatched expectations about water features.
Traffic noise: Some campgrounds sit close to highways. "It is right next to the highway so we heard frequent traffic day and night," noted a visitor to River Bend Resort, indicating the proximity to roadways.
Water safety precautions: River and lake access requires supervision. "The private beach is great for kids. Easy swimming without a strong current. Lots of shallows but a deep swimming hole area for adults too," explains a parent who stayed at River Bend Resort.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Many campers report seeing diverse animals. "We saw a rabbit, turkeys, lizards, deer, and quails!" shares a visitor about the nature trail at Bothe-Napa Valley State Park.
Seasonal considerations: Spring and fall offer more comfortable temperatures and fewer crowds. "It was cooler this time of year than we expected. Bring layers!" advises a family who camped at Sugarloaf Ridge.
Poison oak awareness: Several parks have significant poison oak growth. "The campgrounds were infested with poison oak. Maybe just the time of year and because of so much rain this year? Not sure but it was thick and lush everywhere," cautions a camper at Bothe-Napa Valley.
Site selection strategy: Corner or perimeter sites typically offer more space. "Sites are all gravel with a picnic table and divided by a fence. It's a packed place with no real views," notes a visitor to Bodega Bay RV Park.
Local recreation access: RV parks often have partnerships with nearby attractions. "They offer kayaks canoes, and whatever else you want to rent," mentions a camper about Johnson's Beach, though noting pet restrictions for these activities.
Electrical connections: Power supply varies significantly between parks. "Tested the water-Water tested as acceptable tap water after running it through an external filter. 21 elements checked, all within range," reports an RVer who stayed at San Francisco North-Petaluma KOA.
Full-timers presence: Some parks have permanent residents in central areas. "Interior RV sites seem to be full-time residents and very cramped. Tent sites near the river are unbelievably cramped," observes a visitor to River Bend Resort.
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