The Crescent City area offers RV and camping options where the Redwoods meet the Pacific. Located in California's far northwest corner at 60 feet above sea level, this coastal region experiences cool, foggy summers with average highs around 65°F. Winter temperatures rarely drop below freezing, though rainfall averages 70 inches annually with most precipitation occurring between November and April.
What to do
Beach activities: Walk to coastal views at Beachfront RV Park in nearby Brookings, Oregon. As one camper noted, "Location location. Get a beach front site. You fall asleep to the sound of the waves. It's magical. Beach is great. Hookups clean and easy."
Redwoods hiking: Access towering forests within minutes of Mystic Forest RV Park. A visitor commented, "Our site was large, quiet/secluded, and near the access to the .5 mile hike path within the park. The park is nearby all the access points for the different Redwood must-see sights."
River recreation: Enjoy fishing opportunities near camp. At Chinook RV Resort, "Park is right on the Klamath River and is very peaceful and fairly quiet, other than hearing your neighbor's TV in their RV because the sites are packed so tightly together."
What campers like
Walkable attractions: Lighthouse and harbor access from Lighthouse Cove RV Park. A camper shared, "Walking distance to lighthouse, downtown and restaurants and seafood markets at Crescent City harbor."
Forest immersion: Camping under tree canopy at Ramblin' Redwoods Campground & RV Park. One visitor mentioned, "This campground is truly in the woods. Most sites are very shady and spacious... Conveniently located near everything you could want including a Walmart, the beach, and redwood forest."
Riverside views: Scenic camping spots along the water. A camper at Klamath River RV Park described, "Great view! Owner is a great guy. Doing a good job keeping the place nice and neat."
What you should know
Seasonal weather patterns: The marine layer burns off faster at inland campgrounds. At Redwood Meadows RV Resort, "The campground is far enough inland way from the coast that the marine layer burned off much quicker so we had beautiful sunny days with a nice cool breeze."
Cell service and connectivity: Variable coverage depending on location. According to a visitor at Redwood Meadows, "Cell phone coverage is spotty but they offer wifi and it allowed us a good chance to disconnect."
Noise considerations: Some campgrounds have regular sounds to consider. At Lighthouse Cove RV Park, "The site is also near a lighthouse jetty that produces a tone every 7 seconds or so, non-stop. At times we were able to ignore it, but it was certainly harder to ignore at other times."
Tips for camping with families
Mini-golf amenities: On-site activities for kids at Mystic Forest RV Park. A visitor mentioned, "They have hiking trails, horseshoes and an adorable little 18 hole mini golf course to boot!"
Playground access: Dedicated children's areas in several rv parks near Crescent City, California. At Klamath River RV Park, a camper noted, "They have a small play structure with swings for the kiddos. Which my daughter enjoyed."
Beach exploration with kids: Sandy areas good for young campers. One Lighthouse Cove visitor shared, "If you got kids, and just need a spot to stop it's not bad. Kids can run on the beach without too much trouble."
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: Request specific spaces based on rig size. A camper at Redwood Meadows RV Resort advised, "The spots can be a little tricky to get into and those with larger rigs should contact the management office to ensure they can fit and maneuver properly."
Utility considerations: Hookup placement varies by campground. At Ramblin' Redwoods, "Sites 15-21 are a little wonky in that the hookups are on the left side; we were able to thread our electric cord underneath our van to reach them."
Booking timeline: Reservations recommended for premium spots. A Lighthouse Cove visitor shared, "Booked same day and about 4 hours before we arrived. We got lucky and got a premium ocean spot."
Weather preparation: Prepare for significant rainfall in winter months. A visitor to Klamath River RV Park noted, "Beware this is considered a rain forest so your rig will really get a water test at the right times of the year."
