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Best Tent Camping near Cobb, CA

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Tent camping near Cobb, California provides access to several natural areas in the Lake County region. Pine Grove Cobb Resort offers tent sites with walk-in access among tall trees, while Boggs Mountain Demo Forest (temporarily closed) previously provided primitive tent camping opportunities. For tent campers willing to travel slightly farther, Clear Lake State Park's campgrounds including Cole Creek, Upper Bayview, and Lower Bayview offer tent-only sites with lake access. Lower Hunting Creek Campground in the Knoxville Recreation Area provides year-round tent camping with basic amenities.

Most tent campgrounds in the region feature standard amenities including picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. Clear Lake State Park campgrounds offer showers and flush toilets, while more primitive sites like Lower Hunting Creek provide only basic facilities. Fire regulations vary seasonally, with complete bans common during dry summer months. Water availability differs significantly between campgrounds, with developed sites offering potable water while primitive areas require campers to bring their own or filter from natural sources. Temperatures can fluctuate dramatically, with summer days reaching 90°F and winter nights dropping below freezing.

The tent camping experience around Cobb features diverse landscapes from pine forests to lakeshores. Walk-in tent sites at Bullfrog Pond Campground (temporarily closed) near Guerneville offer a secluded experience despite being relatively close to town. According to reviews, "The walk-in camp sites actually have better setups albeit a little less private." Backcountry tent camping is available in the Snow Mountain Wilderness, where one visitor noted, "Campsites are delineated and many have rock fire rings. Water can be obtained from the creek but needs filtering." For tent campers seeking more amenities, Schoolhouse Canyon Campground provides shaded sites under tall trees with access to the Russian River, clean facilities, and a quiet atmosphere with enforced noise restrictions.

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  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 13, 2023

    Gualala Point Regional Park

    Small but beautiful county campground

    General: 19 general and six walk-in campsites among giant redwood and Bay Laurel trees on the Gualala River. Sites 17 & 18 are a double site. 

    Site Quality: Level sites with bear box, picnic table, and fire ring. Site One’s camper pad fit our 18-foot camper van, but it would not accommodate anything much larger. Several other camper pads looked short as well. No hookups. 

    Bath/Shower house: Three individual units with toilet, sink, soap, and paper towels. One shower that takes quarters – three minutes for $2.00. 

    Activities: There is a trail that leads through the walk-in sites, under Highway One, and to the beach, approximately 1.5 miles. You can also drive to the day-use area for a shorter walk. We were there on a weekday but there were many activities scheduled for the upcoming weekend including kayaking on Bodega Bay, outside yoga, and healthy hustle circuit training – I was sad to miss all of these options. 

    This campground is beautiful and peaceful. But note that although we did not encounter any, several other campers experienced over-eager raccoons while eating dinner. There was also a sign warning of mountain lions but we did not encounter any. Shout-out to the ranger who shared a lot of good information about the area.

  • Annie C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 1, 2018

    Sunset Point Campground

    The name says it all

    Super cool place to camp in Sequoia National Park. I drove in from the south and passed quite a few full campgrounds before I finally made it to Sunset and scored a spot that I thought was great- up high and dry, no neighbors, a nearby source of downed wood. It looks like the Park Service stays busy downing dead/dying trees, however there were lots of trees providing cover. The closest neighbors were even able to hammock (though I was not due to lack of trees). When noisy neighbors moved in at the adjoining site, I was able to move to a primo site the next day. The new site (52, I think) was right on the edge of the granite slope with an amazing view of the sunset (hence the name of the campground). All sites had the usual amenities of picnic table and fire ring (and the mandatory must use bear boxes), but you need to take a look around for a site that is level and has adequate space between the fire pit and the tent site (mine did not, so no fire for me).  There is a visitor center across the road at Grant Grove Village with ranger station, grocery, post office, restaurant, gas station, and cabins. This is a good place to set up camp if you want to see big trees; the big sequoia tree General Grant is in a sequoia grove just up the road (you could easily hike there from the campground).

  • Michi P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 24, 2025

    Middle Creek Campground

    Great place for dry camping

    Beautiful location, campground was easily accessible going up Elk Mountain Road. Camped in Site 11, pull through, no hook ups, nice picnic table, grill and fire pit. Vault toilets, no showers. There is potable water close to the campsites. Very quiet during the week, it did get noisier on the weekends, but everyone settled down for the evening.

  • Lindsay The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 13, 2020

    Hendy Woods State Park Campground

    Convenient, clean, chill

    Location • state park located north of Sonoma and an hour south of Mendocino • in the Virgina redwood forest • closest town: about 6 miles away

    Facilities • Bathrooms & showers easily accesible for all sites - cleaned regularly • some bathrooms updated very recently • Spigots every few sites with good draining • campfire theatre • firewood sold on premises • about 70 campsites • some cabins • day use picnic area • wheelchair accesible trails

    Ambiance • quiet hours 10pm - 8am • mostly families • dogs allowed on leash

    Sites • Small to medium, close together • More open than private; good for groups who need multiple sites • Most hace at least part shade throughout the day • ring fire pits with grill • wooden food locker at each site • wooden picnic table at each site • enough space for 3-4 cars

    Things to do • Variety of easy hikes/walks • drive to Mendocino • wine tasting in town

    Beware • Poison oak

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 1, 2023

    Doran Regional Park

    Large and popular Sonoma County Park

    General: Located between Bodega Bay and Bodega Harbor, this county park has over 140 sites in four campgrounds: Shell, Gull, Cove, and Jetty. There is also tent camping, a group campsite, and a hiker/biker camping area. No hookups in any site. 

    Site Quality: Each site has a picnic table and a fire ring. Sites all appeared to be level. Depending on your site, you may have more privacy/separation than in others. Site 21 (in Shell) was nicely positioned, however, the sites on either side of us were not occupied during our stay so we had more privacy. 

    Bath/Shower: Self-contained units with a toilet and sink with soap, HOT water, and air dryer. One coin-operated shower house for Shell, Gull, and Cove campgrounds, located between Gull and Cove. Additional showers in the tent-only section and the Jetty campground. Generally clean. 

    Activities: Hiking, fishing, birding, beachcombing, wading, and water sports. There was a very short boardwalk and sandy walking paths, although some of these were very overgrown. 

    One thing I appreciated was propane cylinder recycling. We learned there is a program where select vendors will refill the small cylinders and we hope this becomes more readily available. This is a much larger county park campground than we have been in before and it was very busy when we were there on a weekday in late October. Nice but I prefer the smaller and quieter campgrounds.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 8, 2021

    Westside Regional Park

    Great views, but close to the neighbors

    First, you stay here for the views. Great views from the first two rows closest to the water. There are very few plantings between spaces. No hook ups at all, but water is available if you fill before you park. Seven dollar dump station. Each campsite has a fire ring and a wooden picnic table and grass. Since there’s no hook ups between the hours of 8 AM and 8 PM, you will always be listening to somebody’s generator running. Always. No privacy at this campground. I did not check out the bathrooms for the campground, but I did look at the bathrooms for the large boat launch area next-door. No showers in that bathroom, but it was clean. A bit spendy for no hookups. Safe. Zero long term campers when I was here. There are no first come first served campsites at this location. All camping spaces had a reserve sign on them, even though the place was about 40% full. Completely dark at night, which was great.

  • Maddy S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 1, 2022

    Bushay Recreation Area

    Exceeded all expectations

    Since my friend and I decided to plan a last minute camping trip, reservations were hard to find anywhere. I'm from Santa Cruz and hardly ever make it north of San Francisco so Bushay Campground sounded like a nice getaway. However I was a little hesitant since there were so many open sites here and no reviews anywhere but it really was just too perfect.

    We stayed Sat-Mon and it was pretty much empty by Sun (workweek + predicted rain). Everyone else staying the weekend was very friendly and helpful. The rain only made the campsite so much more lush and beautiful and luckily we were prepared for the rain. The sound of frogs and turkeys added a nice touch and we also saw tons of fascinating birds (including a bald eagle!!). I'm used to camping on hard dirt so the cushion of the grassy campsites was really nice, plus the dead grass served as decent tinder. 

    Also, I accidentally left my camping chairs behind :( and an employee reached out to me to let me know! I wish it wasn't a 3+ hour drive for me because I would love to already head back lol.

    Anyway, here are the takeaways:

    • Easy to access, right off the 101
    • Free firewood all around the campgrounds
    • Free showers (no need for quarters)
    • Super clean and well lit bathrooms
    • Ranger patrolling often (we are 2 young women, this helped us feel a little safer)
    • Standard campsite setup (bench + fire ring) but also included a pole with a hook - perfect for hanging lights, a tarp, drying dishware, etc.
    • Heads up! Advanced reservation is required
  • Sabrina V.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 29, 2025

    Lawson's Landing

    So much litter

    • Price too high for dry camping
    • people litter and discard catch on and around sites
    • people don’t keep their pets on leash (nobody responsible seems to be checking in on these things?)
    • Porter potties only/no shower houses
    • potable water available
    • no check in procedure after online booking and later arrival time? (Unsure)
    • check out time also unsure
  • MarinMaverick
    Aug. 12, 2020

    Bullfrog Pond Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED

    Hidden Gem

    Many people do not not know this gem is here. Right by Armstrong Redwoods State Park there is a steep winding road at the end of which there is literally a pond.  The campsites are aound the pond -  some actually on the pond and some in the woods around.  So depending on your sun tolerance pick your site accordingly.

    You feel you are so far from the world when you are not.

    Also there are at least two hike in campsites in this wilderness area - primitive - that we have backpacked into.  They have tables, fire rings and pit toilets in the back country sites. So we have used the campground at the pond to start and finish our backpacking. Remember you will need a permit for the backpacking sites but they are first come first served sites.

    The pond sites are again first come and first served. Well maintained facilities - nothing fancy - no showers.

Guide to Cobb

Tent camping near Cobb, California offers experiences ranging from seasonal creek-side sites to mountain forest camping. The area sits at elevations between 2,600 to 3,800 feet, creating distinct temperature patterns with summer highs in the upper 80s and winter lows that can drop below freezing. Fall visitors often encounter mild daytime temperatures with significantly cooler evenings, requiring campers to pack layers regardless of season.

What to do

Explore mountain biking trails: At Boggs Mountain Demo Forest, which has been recovering from fires, campers can access newly built trails. One visitor noted, "I still come here to enjoy the new growth, the impressive new trails and the new views of the valleys below."

Float the Russian River: Near Schoolhouse Canyon Campground, the Russian River provides summer water recreation. A reviewer mentions, "The beach is across the street and through a little trail but well worth it. Very nice water for floating and swimming, with a cute little beach area to keep your stuff."

Mountain summit hiking: From Lower Hunting Creek Campground, short hiking trails lead to panoramic views. According to one camper, "There is a short hike to the top of the mountain from the campground."

What campers like

Private river access: Pine Grove Cobb Resort offers a mix of tent sites and cabins. Four visitors who stayed in the "Glamping Tent" reported it was "very comfortable and relaxing. We also had access to our own private bathroom and shower a short walk away which was great."

Adult-only camping areas: Schoolhouse Canyon Campground provides separated camping sections. A reviewer explains, "Lower half is family section and the upper section is adults only. This is a family run campground."

Well-maintained facilities: At Cole Creek Campground in Clear Lake State Park, visitors appreciate the cleanliness. One camper shares, "Nice clean camp sites close to restrooms and showers. Lots of places to fish, hike and bike."

What you should know

Reservation requirements: Campgrounds have varying reservation systems. For Bullfrog Pond Campground, "You reserve your spot ahead of time. We made the reservation in March and the earliest we could get was the end of July by that point."

Fire regulations: Rules change seasonally, sometimes with complete bans. Campgrounds like Schoolhouse Canyon provide fire rings with cooking grates and sell firewood on-site for around $5-7 per bundle.

Road access challenges: Some campgrounds have difficult access roads. At Bullfrog Pond, "One lane road access that would be intimidating at night."

Tips for camping with families

Choose sites strategically: At Highlands Resort, "Each campsite is fenced and has a table with umbrella and 4 chairs, as well as two lounge chairs."

Consider noise levels: Schoolhouse Canyon enforces quiet hours. A reviewer mentions, "This is a quiet campsite. Radios aren't allowed, so if you are looking to party late into the night this isn't the spot for you."

Look for swimming options: Campgrounds with beach access offer safe water play. At Schoolhouse Canyon, one camper noted, "The Russian River is conveniently across the street, and the gravel beach area is great for little waders... River shoes are a must though."

Tips from RVers

Limited hookup options: Buckhorn Campground accommodates smaller RVs but provides minimal amenities. One visitor observed, "Small campground with only a few tables and sites at it with one toilet."

Size restrictions: Most campgrounds near Cobb have limited space for larger rigs. Schoolhouse Canyon notes they are "primarily designed for tent camping, but I did see several pop-up trailers."

Seasonal considerations: Summer heat affects camping comfort. At Buckhorn Campground, "Can get very hot in the summer with limited shade."

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