Best Campgrounds near Compton, CA

Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Compton, CA has a lot to offer. Compton is filled with the activities, sights, and experiences to make everyone in your crew a happy camper. Get the dirt on all the best camping near Compton. Browse campgrounds by amenities, site types, and more.

Best Camping Sites Near Compton, California (143)

    1. Golden Shore RV Resort

    13 Reviews
    Signal Hill, CA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (562) 435-4646

    $80 - $85 / night

    "However, you do get some road noise if you stay on the road side"

    "Clean, comfortable sites near Long Beach Marina and downtown. Good biking, walking lanes. Pool & jacuzzi are nice."

    2. Dockweiler Beach RV Park

    14 Reviews
    El Segundo, CA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (310) 322-4951

    $55 - $80 / night

    "The most fantastic thing about this RV spot is the location - directly facing a large, beautiful, clean beach with built in fire rings, a very long bike bath and bike rental kiosk."

    "One of the only in Southern California/Los Angeles area where you can have a fire on the beach."

    3. Bolsa Chica State Beach Campground

    19 Reviews
    Huntington Beach, CA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (714) 846-3460

    $60 - $70 / night

    "Beachfront camping in the heart of southern California. Concrete/asphalt sites with water electric and dump station. Adjacent to PCH so road noise but steps away from great sand beaches."

    "Super convenient beach front parking with good restrooms and outdoor showers as well as a beach path perfect for walking, biking, rollerblading, etc."

    4. Seabreeze At Seal Beach

    9 Reviews
    Seal Beach, CA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (562) 626-7504

    "Awesome park, clean, level paved pads with a parking space..nice amenities, small NEX nearby. Wildlife reserve adjacent to the park made it nice for walking the dogs, too"

    "Very clean, cement slab, walking paths well lit and near to many areas to explore. Wetlands on the base and birds galore."

    5. Anaheim Harbor RV Park

    13 Reviews
    Anaheim, CA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (714) 535-6495

    $55 - $70 / night

    "Nice bathrooms and hot showers with laundry on location. Good amount of space between sites. Very short drive or 20ish minute walk to Disneyland. Extremely helpful and kind staff."

    "Park is within walking to the Disneyland park.

    The tent sites are very small with a picnic table and AstroTurf."

    6. Bonelli Bluffs

    37 Reviews
    South El Monte, CA
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 599-8355

    $76 - $88 / night

    "⭐⭐⭐⭐

    Our experience at Bonelli Bluffs Campground was mostly positive, but there were a couple of aspects that could be improved."

    "The views around the outskirts of B loop are just lovely, the staff has been so friendly and helpful (we’re RV newbies and had a ton of questions) the store was stocked with all of the little things we"

    7. Waterfront RV Park

    12 Reviews
    Huntington Beach, CA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (714) 536-8316

    "Booking a site here at Waterfront, provided us a excellent homebase that was close to the water. In all, you are about a 2 minute walk to the sand, and 4 minutes to the oceanfront. "

    "Your not on the beach but literally on the other side of pacific coast highway you are there."

    8. Los Alamitos Army Campground

    2 Reviews
    Los Alamitos, CA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (562) 795-2128

    $23 - $33 / night

    "Conveniently located next to the laundry and grill (the salmon is great!)."

    9. Newport Dunes RV Resort

    26 Reviews
    Newport Beach, CA
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 765-7661

    $75 - $550 / night

    "As we expected, the sites are stacked up next to each other like dominoes with minimal foliage/fencing to separate the sites."

    "There's a nice bike trail that circles around the bay, which is great for kids. Also, lots of amenities for families, including playgrounds, water toys, movie nights and fire pits."

    10. Rosemead 12 miles to DT Los Angeles

    2 Reviews
    Monterey Park, CA
    13 miles
    +1 (323) 540-8451

    $25 - $1000 / night

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Guide to Compton

Camping near Compton, California, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are several campgrounds nearby that cater to different preferences.

What to do:

  • Beach Access: Enjoy the sun and surf at San Mateo Campground — San Onofre State Beach. It's just 1.5 miles from the ocean, making it a great spot for beach lovers. One camper mentioned, "Nice campground. 1.5 miles from the ocean. Sites are quite large with bushes/trees between sites."

  • Hiking Trails: Explore the scenic trails at Malibu Creek State Park Campground. A visitor noted, "Nice, small campground with hiking trails easily accessible. It was green and lush in the campground and the hillsides after a lot of rain."

  • Fishing and Water Sports: Head to Lake Perris State Recreational Area Campground for fishing and boating. One reviewer shared, "You can bike to the water pretty easily, and there’s a marina store with food trucks."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. A visitor at Bonelli Bluffs said, "Possibly the cleanest public bathroom I've ever seen."
  • Privacy Between Sites: Many campgrounds offer good spacing between sites. A camper at San Mateo Campground — San Onofre State Beach mentioned, "There are mature trees between every campsite that provide privacy between sites."
  • Beautiful Views: Campers love the scenic views at places like Moro Campground — Crystal Cove State Park. One reviewer said, "Beautiful sunsets! We stayed at site #23 but it looked like most of the sites had great views of the Pacific."

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Thornhill Broome Beach — Point Mugu State Park, have minimal amenities. A camper noted, "No water, no dump station, only portable bathrooms on site from what we can see."
  • Noise Levels: Be prepared for potential noise from nearby highways or other campers. A visitor at Doheny State Beach Campground mentioned, "There is a ton of road noise coming off of the highway even late at night."
  • Crowded on Weekends: Many campgrounds can get busy, especially on weekends. A camper at Lake Perris State Recreational Area Campground said, "The campground itself is pretty nice...but there was a large group of people blasting their music until 2/3 AM."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for campgrounds with amenities for kids. A reviewer at Bonelli Bluffs mentioned, "Unfortunately, the absence of such facilities meant we had to get creative in finding ways to occupy their time during downtime."
  • Plan Activities: Bring games or outdoor toys to keep the kids entertained. One camper at Canyon Campground — Leo Carrillo State Park Campground shared, "Spent 3 nights here & wish we could stay longer."
  • Pack Snacks: Keep snacks handy for the kids during hikes or beach trips. A camper at San Clemente State Beach Campground noted, "Nice place close to many convenient places ie grocery liquor bix box sporting goods bars restaurants."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A visitor at San Mateo Campground — San Onofre State Beach mentioned, "The sites are small. It is very difficult to back in to a spot when you have campers across from your campsite."
  • Bring Your Own Wi-Fi: Some campgrounds have limited cell service. A camper at Point Mugu State Park said, "No T-Mobile wifi...I used my WeBoost and got two bars."
  • Plan for Dump Stations: Know where the nearest dump stations are located. A camper at Lake Perris State Recreational Area Campground mentioned, "Dump site was closed this weekend...but with our day pass we were able to use the dump site at San Clemente State Beach."

Camping around Compton, CA, can be a great experience with the right planning and knowledge. Enjoy the outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Compton, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Compton, CA offers a wide range of camping options, with 143 campgrounds and RV parks near Compton, CA and 3 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Compton, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Compton, CA is Golden Shore RV Resort with a 4.4-star rating from 13 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Compton, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 3 free dispersed camping spots near Compton, CA.

What parks are near Compton, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 10 parks near Compton, CA that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.