RV sites near Coalinga, California offer varied camping options across the San Joaquin Valley. The semi-arid climate brings summer temperatures regularly exceeding 100°F from June through September, while winter nights can drop to the 30s. Most campgrounds in this region maintain level sites on gravel or concrete pads, with many offering olive tree shade for protection from the intense valley heat.
What to do
Wine tasting tours: Campers staying near Paso Robles can access numerous wineries. "We did the wine line and they pick up and drop off at the campground," noted one visitor about Vines RV Resort.
Military history exploration: Camp Roberts provides unique historical attractions. "They had tanks and helicopters that you could climb in and touch. Our daughter loved it!" shared a visitor at Military Park Camp Roberts.
Hiking nearby trails: The Laguna Mountain area offers hiking opportunities. "Laguna mountain road trail is very strenuous. The last leg of the trail (primitive trail) is not easy to follow. Someone has marked the trail with stacked rocks. To the summit is about 4.5 miles from the campground," explained a camper at Laguna Mountain.
What campers like
Private settings: Some smaller campgrounds provide more isolation than typical RV parks. "There are two campsites (both RV accessible) about 300' apart, you can barely see the other. We stayed in January and since the other site was unoccupied we had the whole hilltop to ourselves," mentioned a visitor at Road's End.
Clean facilities: Consistently clean bathrooms and showers rank high in visitor satisfaction. "Bathrooms were impeccably clean & well-maintained. Pool looked to be spotless as well, but since it was winter we didn't try it," noted a camper about Almond Tree Oasis RV Park.
Location convenience: Sites along major travel routes provide practical stopover options. "This is a great location halfway between northern and southern California along I5. Clean and not too busy so we were nicely spaced out," shared a camper at Almond Tree Oasis RV Park.
What you should know
Long-term residents: Several RV parks have permanent or semi-permanent residents. "Many of the spots seem to be taken with long-term renters who commute in/out to work in 2nd vehicles. Some folks even had semi-permanent storage sheds or dog runs built outside their rigs," mentioned a visitor at Almond Tree Oasis RV Park.
Road conditions: Access to some campgrounds requires navigating challenging roads. "The road is prone to mudslides and looked like it 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," warned a camper at Laguna Mountain Campground.
Limited site privacy: Many RV parks feature closely positioned sites. "It's just cement pads on top of each other so no one has any privacy from their neighbors," noted one reviewer about Vines RV Resort.
Tips for camping with families
Pool availability: Many campgrounds offer swimming options for children. "There are lots of wineries along the road. We have a 35foot 5th wheel and no problems getting in. It's a newer park so not a lot of shade trees. Bring an ez up," advised a camper at Vines RV Resort.
Playground access: Some campgrounds provide play areas for kids. "They also have a great playground for the kids. There is also a little hiking/walking trail around the campground," shared a visitor at Sun Outdoors Paso Robles RV Resort.
Environmental noise: Highway proximity affects some campgrounds. "It is very noisy. Not to mention it is located right along the freeway so you're constantly hearing the roaring vehicle and truck sounds from that," warned a camper about Vines RV Resort.
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: Choosing the right site impacts comfort. "I got lucky and pick spot 44 which is right across from the pool and showers and best of all a huge shade tree," recommended a camper at Almond Tree Oasis RV Park.
Seasonal considerations: The region experiences extreme temperature variations. "This is a resort style park with all the amenities. We used both pools and spas daily even in December. Sites are gravel with concrete pads. All have fireplaces and seemed appropriately level," noted a visitor at Sun Outdoors Paso Robles RV Resort.
Off-hours check-in: Several campgrounds offer after-hours arrival options. "They had an after hours kiosk for late check-in and provide an email confirmation with all the passwords and security codes. I made a last minute reservation by phone and they had my packet waiting for me when I arrived," shared a camper about Paso Robles RV Ranch.
