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ScoutKoa Cloverdale Camping Resort
Glad I Ignored the Bad Reviews
Abundant bad reviews were available for this campground but we had no major issues. Bathrooms and pool were in good condition.
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Northern Sonoma County surrounding Geyserville, California features a diverse range of camping options within wine country and along the Russian River watershed. Lake Sonoma Marina Campground and Liberty Glen Campground provide lakeside accommodations within minutes of downtown Geyserville, though Liberty Glen is temporarily closed for maintenance. The Cloverdale/Healdsburg KOA offers year-round camping with full hookups and cabin rentals approximately 10 miles south of Geyserville. Thousand Trails Russian River in Cloverdale provides additional RV and tent camping options with varying amenities. These established campgrounds accommodate everything from primitive tent camping to luxury RVs, with most sites featuring picnic tables, fire rings, and basic restroom facilities.
Road access varies significantly throughout the region, with some campgrounds requiring navigation along winding mountain roads. As one camper noted about nearby Bullfrog Pond Campground, "It's on top of a rugged drive up the woods... more tucked away from all the tourists." Summer temperatures in the area regularly exceed 90°F, while winter brings cooler temperatures and occasional rain. Most campgrounds require advance reservations, particularly during peak wine tourism season from May through October. Cell service can be spotty in canyon areas and around Lake Sonoma, though coverage improves closer to Highway 101. Fire restrictions are common during the dry summer and fall months, with complete bans possible during extreme fire danger periods.
The proximity to both wine country and water recreation creates distinct camping experiences. Campgrounds near the Russian River provide swimming and fishing opportunities, while those in the hills offer more seclusion and hiking trails. According to one visitor at a nearby regional park, "It's close to town. We picked up a pizza on our way. There were tons of restaurants though if you need to pick something up." Families tend to prefer the KOA locations with their organized activities and amenities, while more experienced outdoor enthusiasts often seek the quieter sites around Lake Sonoma. Geyserville camping offers diverse options for enjoying Northern California's natural beauty, whether you're looking for riverside campsites or scenic spots within the rolling hills of wine country. Wildlife sightings are common throughout the area, with deer, wild turkeys, and various bird species frequently spotted near campsites. Poison oak is prevalent in the region, particularly along trails and at the edges of campsites.
Best Campgrounds near Geyserville (164)
1. Cloverdale/Healdsburg Campground
"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!"
"Off the beaten path so if you plan to visit cities or wineries you need a tow vehicle."
from $89 - $109 / night
Check Availability3. Casini Ranch Family Campground
"A few friends and I recently spent 4 days camping at this beautiful ranch right outside of Duncan Mills and absolutely loved our stay."
"Fire puts when allowed by California. Russian River gets surprisingly warm during the summer."
4. Bullfrog Pond Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED
"Bullfrog campground is located in Armstrong woods (Guerneville, CA). It's on top of a rugged drive up the woods and they are first come first serve basis."
"The entrance to the campground is located at the back of the park and you drive up a very winding, bumpy one lane road for about 10 minutes before you reach the campgrounds."
5. Schoolhouse Canyon Campground
"Location location location…. The Schoolhouse Canyon Campground is located about 400 yards off the Russian River / 1/2 mile down the road from the Korbel Winery (amazing deli!!!)"
"He put us in a very level spot that was great for my rooftop tent situation. Can’t say enough good things about him and his staff. Everyone was very friendly."
from $48 / night
Check Availability6. Ritchey Creek Campground — Bothe-Napa Valley State Park
"We just stayed here for 2 nights, great location very close to Calistoga and not to far from Saint Helena! Next time i would love to try out a cabin or yurt."
"Good access to wineries close by. Only real downside was that because of the dry conditions we could not have a campfire."
from $43 / night
Check Availability7. Koa Cloverdale Camping Resort
"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!"
8. the ranch at lake Sonoma campground
"The other campground near the lake is quite a bit further drive from the actual lake. This one is closest and parking at the marina is included with the camp slip."
9. Liberty Glen Campground - Temporarily Closed for Maintenance
"If you talk to the the ranger at the gate, most of the time they will let you drive around the grounds and pick any open site."
"The walk down to swim in the lake was a significant downhill but the dip was worth it! Funny dead trees sticking out of the lake were fun to climb on."
from $25 - $100 / night
Check Availability10. Kelsey Creek Campground — Clear Lake State Park
"Having visited Lake County many times, I wasn't expecting much from this camp ground. I had intended to camp at Boggs Forest - my usual hangout for mountain biking when in the area."
"Had a nice spot that was semi-shaded in the afternoon, next to a lovely couple who I was able to share some beers with. The place was at capacity, but many people leave during the day."
from $30 / night
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Drive Time
- 19 min from Santa Rosa, CA
- 59 min from Vallejo, CA
- 1 hr 4 min from Napa, CA
- 1 hr 13 min from San Francisco, CA
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Recent Reviews near Geyserville, CA
977 Reviews of 164 Geyserville Campgrounds
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Heather D.
TravelerThousand Trails Russian River
They're trying
So the staff here are really nice and helpful and trying to keep the place up. There is definitely not enough staff for the size of of the grounds here. The river is super low right now but it's mid July inland in California so that's expected. Getting down to the river access is either by being dropped off by a car and then picked back up when you are done OR walking down the windy steep road and then back UP when you are tired and hungry and hot etc. If you have a mobility issue be prepared to get help. My husband has prosthetics and we couldn't be down at the same time without a lot of back and forth with the vehicle. The bathroom/bathhouse in A section of the park is trashed. I don't have a nicer way to put that. We lost water the second night we were there and that lasted most of the next day and then power went out at 11pm three nights later and was off for almost 24 hours. We more than likely won't be staying there again anytime soon. It looks like it used to be a really nice spot but it has just been neglected and abused.
Alan L.
GuideLake Pillsbury Resort and Marina
Nice dirt road drive!
Enjoyed our time at pillsburry. Water was warm, but too much clay and some areas had algae. Camp site was very spacious with fire pit. We fit our vehicles perfectly. Water spigot at camp site and bathrooms were across. There’s a store and token showers
- Alan L.Guide
Upper Bayview Campground — Clear Lake State Park
Spacious camp site!
Very spacious camp site. We got invited here by a relative. Stayed in the upper area, so you had to drive down to the lake. Park rangers were present. Can’t remember the camp site we stayed in but if you don’t mind taking a 5 minute drive,book the upper campground. Lake water was 7/10. Great temperature, but I’m more of a Christal clear water person. There was some algae/ weeds. I heard a lot of negative comments about the water. Overall we had a good time Bathrooms and showers were next to our site.
- CCarley C.Traveler
smittle creek
Definitely not a spot
Tons of signs that say no camping no parking no trespassing. There was a fence and it was locked. Definitely don’t come here
- TTwindaddyGuide
Calso - Boggs Mountain Demo Forest - TEMPORARILY CLOSED
Open to camping again!
Finally open again after a couple years of clearing storm damage.
https://www.fire.ca.gov/what-we-do/natural-resource-management/demonstration-state-forests/boggs-demonstration-state-forest
I was there the week prior to July 4 and expected a crowd. Instead I was one of only two campers until I left on the 3rd.
As in years past, the "no-see-ems" and bees get a bit thick. The bees absolutely LOVE water, so have a van with a shower on the rear door complicates things. Nonetheless, the stay was nice. The mountain biking, though tough, was super fun. I got lucky with the weather too - only hit about 82 at the warmest.
Vault toilets are reasonably well maintained. Don't be afraid to use them if you need to.
There continues to be a lot of forest recovery after the fire over a decade (wow!) ago.
The trees that were planted are now reaching an impressive height and providing shade on many of the trails. See the pic with the bike against the tree for a sense of scale.
Nice to have the option available again - I'll be back in the fall.
Oh... the pizza parlor in Cobb is also excellent. They have great pizza a great sleection of good beers on tap!
- DDaniel D.Guide
COE Mendocino Lake Bu-Shay Campground
Unmaintained Free-for-all
Apparently this place has been closed for four years and is just re-opening. It definitely looks like it. Sections of the campground are still closed, and the parts that are open were ROUGH. This places does have potential- views of the lake are good, bathrooms have showers. By far the worst part of camping here is that there was no camp host and no park ranger. Saw unsafe fire practices, and experienced extremely loud music that went to 2:00 am and started again at 6:30 am. Did I ask for it by coming here on Fourth of July weekend? Probably. On the whole, the entire experience felt like trying to camp in a run down city park. Having no one to contact when things get out of control after the sun goes down invites campers to try to regulate other campers, which is always recipe for disaster. I’ve camped in all kinds of place - Nat’l park, state parks, county parks, BLM, National Forests, and have experienced the full range of camping experiences . I will never come back to this place again.
- EEllen C.Scout
Lakeview Dispersed Campground
Coyote Troubles
The good: Drive in was awesome. Beautiful view of the lake and sunset. Many spots to pull out into and choose from. Very quiet, minimal road noise.
The bad: pair of coyotes spotted stalking our campsite, did not respond to hazing and had to pack up dinner preparations quickly to ensure no bad encounters
*also note that cell service is okay for t mobile and barely existent for Verizon
Chia-Chia W.GuideOlema Campground
Easy to book, plenty of sites, harmless animal
It's a popular campground in the northern california that's relatively easy to book. We book 1-2 weeks before and still got a spot.
Guide to Geyserville
Geyserville camping spots offer diverse landscapes from mountain foothills to lakeside retreats within the Russian River watershed. The region sits at elevations ranging from 300 to 1,500 feet with distinct microclimates. Seasonal temperature swings can be dramatic, with summer daytime readings often reaching 95-100°F and winter nights occasionally dropping to near freezing.
What to do
Wine tasting shuttles: Several campgrounds near Geyserville provide access to local wineries without driving. At Casini Ranch Family Campground, visitors appreciate the proximity to wine country: "This campground is on Russian river. They have full hook ups and a lot of very cool sites. They have an insane amount of kids activities!" according to camper Miya B.
Fishing opportunities: Lake Sonoma offers year-round fishing with bass, trout, and other species. The Lake Sonoma Marina Campground provides direct lake access. "Stumbled upon this place while out exploring. Really great views. Great sites. Can purchase firewood and provisions (if needed) from the Marina Store," notes reviewer Mike F.
Hiking trails: The mountainous terrain around Geyserville features numerous hiking options. The Bullfrog Pond area has extensive trail networks leading through diverse ecosystems. "You feel you are so far from the world when you are not. There are at least two hike in campsites in this wilderness area - primitive - that we have backpacked into," writes MarinMaverick about the trails connecting various camping areas.
What campers like
Private beach access: Many campers appreciate the exclusive river access provided by Schoolhouse Canyon Campground. One reviewer notes, "There is a private beach just for guests of the campsite right across river road. Wood for sale and tubes available for rent." The family-managed property maintains specific rules that campers appreciate for a quieter experience.
Family-oriented amenities: Recreational facilities make some campgrounds standout family destinations. "Great place to stay at when visiting the Napa wine valley that is halfway between St Helena and Calistoga, two nice tourist towns," writes robert S. about Ritchey Creek Campground, mentioning its seasonal pool and kid-friendly layout.
Spacious sites: Site size varies significantly between campgrounds. At Casini Ranch, Dustin C. reports: "Sites are HUGE! We had plenty of room for our trailer, tent, corn hole, and more." This contrasts with more compact layouts at other area campgrounds where space can be limited.
What you should know
Seasonal bridge closures: Access to some campgrounds changes seasonally. About Cloverdale/Healdsburg KOA, April H. explains, "In the winter, the bridge is removed, so you have to go through the town of Cloverdale and back track, adding about 15-20 minutes to your trip."
Reservation requirements: Competition for prime sites is fierce, especially summer weekends. As Chelsea N. notes, "We made the reservation in March and the earliest we could get was the end of July by that point." Advance booking 3-6 months ahead is recommended for popular times.
Limited cell service: Connectivity varies dramatically by location and carrier. While sites along Highway 101 typically have service, canyon locations often have none. At Thousand Trails Russian River, one camper mentions "There's really nothing to do in the area either," highlighting the remote nature of some properties.
Tips for camping with families
Lakeside activities: Bodega Dunes Campground offers multiple water-based recreation options. "Hiking among the sand dunes and along the beach provide some really stunning scenery. Reaching the beach, you'll find as much coastal sand as you can handle with miles and miles of it to yourself," reports Shari G.
Playground options: Several campgrounds feature dedicated children's play areas. "Kids were busy the whole time, riding bikes and scooters, playing on the jump pillow, feeling the animals," notes Dustin C. about their family weekend at Casini Ranch Campground.
Water safety: River conditions change seasonally. The Russian River can range from placid swimming holes to dangerous rapids depending on season and recent rainfall. At Schoolhouse Canyon, one camper advises, "River shoes are a must though," highlighting the rocky river bottom that requires proper footwear.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds in the hillier sections require careful RV placement. At Thousand Trails Russian River, andrew mentions, "I am reasonably ok at backing in my travel trailer but this place is a mess. The camp side on most is terrible," highlighting how terrain impacts site quality.
Limited hookups: Full service sites are available at select campgrounds. "Spaces are all 30 amp with no sewer hookups. Many spaces are very narrow/tight and uphill from your neighbor," cautions Derek & Alex W., advising RVers to bring a sewer caddy when staying at Thousand Trails Russian River.
Dump station availability: Year-round access to dump stations can be limited. While Bodega Dunes offers a sanitary dump station, many smaller campgrounds do not. Winter closures can further restrict options, so RVers should plan accordingly before arrival.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Geyserville, CA?
What camping is available near Geyserville, CA?
According to TheDyrt.com, Geyserville, CA offers a wide range of camping options, with 164 campgrounds and RV parks near Geyserville, CA and 11 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Geyserville, CA?
Which is the most popular campground near Geyserville, CA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Geyserville, CA is Cloverdale/Healdsburg Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 11 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Geyserville, CA?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Geyserville, CA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 11 free dispersed camping spots near Geyserville, CA.
What parks are near Geyserville, CA?
What parks are near Geyserville, CA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 16 parks near Geyserville, CA that allow camping, notably Lake Sonoma and Mendocino Lake.
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