Coalinga is the perfect place for adventurous campers and RVers. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Coalinga is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Find the best campgrounds near Coalinga, CA. Read reviews from campers like you and find your perfect campsite.
$53 - $63 / night
"We stopped at this park for one night, twice as a halfway point between southern and northern California. Right off the I-5 freeway next to a Shell and Valero gas station."
"This is a great location halfway between northern and southern California along I5. Clean and not too busy so we were nicely spaced out."
"It is difficult to find BLM camping in California and this is a gem!
The road is in prone to mudslides and looked like is was recently cleared of mud in multiple spots."
"It's a long drive down a dirt road to get to Sweetwater Campground where we stay. They seem to keep up with the holes in the road though. There are plenty of places to hike and bike."
$6 - $20 / night
"A great camping location in the coast range if you are looking to get away from civilization. The road to the NW was patched up this year so it is much smoother than previously reported."
"I stayed at Condon Peak on July 4, 2020 after finding the sites further up on Coalinga Road full. I also ended up back at Condon Peak on July 25, 2020.
IIRC, there are 6 sites. "
"Lots of area to explore, but this is mainly an off road vehicle area."
"covered structure, picnic table and fire pit •A few additional overflow areas to park and camp •Pit toilet - BYO toilet paper •No trash receptacles •Great Verizon reception / Decent Sprint reception •Drive"
"Fresh Air (despite being surrounded by bad air on all sides) + Nature (deer, quails, turkeys, coyotes in one night) + Dark New Moon Skies means Bright Stars with Clear View of the Milky Way + Safe (Popular"
"It's a somewhat long drive, but you're rewarded with decent solitude. There are only a few sites, so we got lucky. I was surprised how nice the campground was, especially since it was free."
$119 - $219 / night
"They also have at least two dog parks and took our high energy dog there to run. They also have a great playground for the kids. There is also a little hiking/walking trail around the campground."
"Dog parks, kid parks, a pool etc! The only thing was the Bistro was closed (because of covid) otherwise we can’t wait to go back and bring our friends!!"
"Close by amenities gas stations, mcdonald’s & freeway about 10 mins out"
"Took us about 15 min to drive to where we camped. There is no water or bathrooms so bring a jug from Lowe’s with a spicket!"
$5 / night
"this spot is something you keep secret and something you tell your friends and family i got a secret spot that's fun, it's a good camping spot for a tent and fire and cooking up some food, there's a nearby"
$28 / night
"A bit run down, campsites are pretty basic, but for me it's nice to find a hot springs that is not overly developed and will allow my dog. Water is about body temperature in and contains minerals."
"The area around the pool is covered. The lake next to the pool is used for fishing.
The camp fee includes a fee per person to access the spa."
TravelerWe camped at Cava Robles about 6 months after it opened. We saw the two pools which were very nice. Didn't use them because it was too cold (we were there in February). They also have at least two dog parks and took our high energy dog there to run. They also have a great playground for the kids. There is also a little hiking/walking trail around the campground.
TravelerThis is a clean quite place to stay. Only about 5 min from Paso Robles. nice dog park for your dog.
GuidePassing through for a night with discount was $32. Pull through full hookup gravel sites that are very tight and couldn’t put slide out as there was car parked in way. Dog park isn’t fenced off and running out of bags. Not many trees for shade and very close to noisy truck stop. Pool closed also. It was okay but nothing special.
ScoutMy Fiancé, two sons and I stopped here as a halfway point on our way to Huntington Beach. We’re definitely going to be going back for a minimum of two nights! The resort is clean, super friendly and has so much more to do than one quick night would fit. Dog parks, kid parks, a pool etc! The only thing was the Bistro was closed (because of covid) otherwise we can’t wait to go back and bring our friends!!
LegendThis place is so great! It is difficult to find BLM camping in California and this is a gem!
The road is in prone to mudslides and looked like is was recently cleared of mud in multiple spots. Warning though this is the kind of mud that is like clay and has to be scraped off of wheel wells and undercarriage. We collected quite a bit and the underneath of our RV looks like hundreds of stalactites grew and THAT was on the recently cleared spots! The road itself is paved but very potholed, patched and narrow. Be aware of blind corners on weekends when the traffic increases and people fly up the narrow road!
The campground has big flat parking areas for RVs, vans or tents. The individual spots are spaced out nicely and all seemed to have some shade. Also there are covered picnic tables, fire pits and a bathroom which consists of a clean pit toilet. There is NO water, hook ups, or garbage available so don't forget to bring extra water to extinguish your fire as this is a high risk fire zone. Pack in and pack out!
The days and nights are quiet and very relaxing! Bird and wildlife viewing abundant and hiking trails nearby.
There is absolutely NO cell reception at the campground or the road in, NO AT&T, NO Verizon, and NO T-Mobile!
Will definitely come here again!
GuideA great camping location in the coast range if you are looking to get away from civilization. The road to the NW was patched up this year so it is much smoother than previously reported. There is zero Verizon service for a long ways unless you hike up a mountain or drive to Coalinga. the NW exit has no service until near King City or halfway to Hollister.
GuideThis lake and the one up the road, San Antonio Lake , are very popular motor boating locations in north San Luis Obispo County. Camping in the summer months are very hot and crowded and not cheap. On the positive side, the lake is huge with narrow passages where you can get off the main lake and fish or just have fun. Jet skis, kayaks etc are permitted. There is a beach for kids near the marina area campground. The campground is part of the private Lake Nacimiento Resort located near the marina and extends along the shore toward the dam with various types of sites. Some sites have direct access to your temporarily moored boat. It gets a bit noisy in the evening as college students party after a long fun day on the lake. All services are available even a store. Three stars for noise and crowds and prices ( tents 35$ hookups 50$, plus pet fee, vehicle fee,etc.)
TravelerThis was my first BLM camping experience and only second motorcycle camping experience overall. I stayed at Condon Peak on July 4, 2020 after finding the sites further up on Coalinga Road full. I also ended up back at Condon Peak on July 25, 2020.
IIRC, there are 6 sites. Each site is large enough to park a decent sized RV, though getting up the rocky, gravel road may be a challenge. Each site has an picnic shelter (no sides) with a table and a firepit, a few feet away. There is one vaulted toilet (i.e. concrete outhouse) at the campground and no running water.
The sites are a good distance from each other (100+ft?) so you're not right on top of each other like some other campgrounds. For tent camping, the ground where RVs normally park is pretty hard & packed which makes driving tent stakes difficult. I bent more than one. The ground closer to the edge of the sites is softer but you lose your tent perimeter.
Bring *lots* of bug spray. The flies and other biting insects start swarming almost immediately when you enter the campsites. Some of the campsites have sizeable holes in the ground and it wasn't immediately clear (for us novices) if they were snake holes or rodent holes hence large tent perimeter and bent stakes.
GuideIt’s hot!! In the summer this place is very hot. However, there are full hookups to run your AC and there are two saltwater pools to jump into. We stopped at this park for one night, twice as a halfway point between southern and northern California. Right off the I-5 freeway next to a Shell and Valero gas station. All sites are pull throughs and we found the gravel to be very level. We did not unhitch for a early morning exit. Bathrooms and showers are cleaned regularly. A rain and windstorm came through in the middle of the night and palm and almond tree leaves were in the pool but by 9am it was cleaned up. The staff is friendly and responsive, and they have a little store that includes some RV supplies such as hoses. Want a quick meal? There is a Baja Fresh and Subway in the Shell gas station next store. Great park to get some shuteye and be refreshed for your next adventure.
If you're looking for a pet-friendly camping experience near Coalinga, California, there are several great options that welcome your furry friends. These campgrounds offer a mix of amenities and activities to ensure both you and your pets have a fantastic time.
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