RV campgrounds around Fields Landing, California provide access to both redwood forests and Pacific coastline. The area sits at sea level with a temperate climate averaging 55°F year-round. Winter camping is possible but rain gear is essential as the region receives over 40 inches of annual rainfall, with most occurring between November and April.
What to do
Beach exploration: 30 minutes to local beaches. The Samoa Boat Ramp County Park offers convenient access to nearby sand dunes. "Journey through forest, dairy land and Elk country to other beautiful locations like Ferndale and Crescent City," notes Michael W. about Redwood Acres RV Park.
Outdoor activities: Numerous hiking trails within 20-30 minute drive. "The BLM Samoa Sand Dunes are the main attraction. There is even access to them from the parking lot," reports a camper about Samoa Boat Ramp County Park. "Driving right up to the beach and water is something I didn't know I NEEDED to do," shares Taylor.
Casino gaming: Several casinos offer overnight RV parking. The Heights Casino RV Lot provides economical overnight options. "You pay $20 for up to three nights and get $10 casino credit for signing up. Two restaurants. Short hike to the beach," writes Mark F.
What campers like
Convenient store access: Multiple campgrounds near shopping. Shoreline RV Park offers urban accessibility. "Walking distance to Target and a gas station with diesel. Very well kept yards, bathrooms, showers and laundry," notes Chelsea R.
Family-friendly amenities: Several parks have play areas. "Children's play area was nice. Dog area had agility items for the dogs," reports Jenni C. about Stafford RV Park. "The pool was warm and spa hot," mentions Lawrence L. about Redwood Coast Cabins & RV Resort.
Affordable casino parking: Good value with gaming perks. "Perfect spot for traveling. 20 dollars in cash for the security, and you get 10 dollars per person free play at the casino! After playing, staying was just 15 dollars for us and we had some fun," writes Luuk V. about The Heights Casino RV Lot.
What you should know
Varying campground conditions: Quality differs significantly between parks. Some report cleanliness issues at certain locations. "The bathrooms are locked and they give you a code to open them. The tent sites are very odd—a strip of grass with a picnic bench every 5 yards," notes David F. about Redwood Coast Cabins & RV Resort.
Reservation policies: Some parks require advance planning. "I call and left a message to get clarification. No one called me back. Turns out they apply the discount after you check in," reports Lawrence L. about reservation challenges.
Water quality concerns: Some parks have mineral-heavy water. "The water jug we had filled with their water was full of rusty red residue at the bottom. And that water is what we used to fill our onboard RV tank (and that's with using a filter)," warns Laura M. about Stafford RV Park.
Tips for camping with families
Entertainment options: Find parks with dedicated play spaces. Widow White Creek RV Park offers "Grounds that were clean with plenty of room for families and children to play," according to Rachel A. Multiple parks in the area provide family-oriented amenities.
Safety considerations: Some locations have better security than others. "There is security and it is a safe feeling with nice people," notes Luuk V. about casino parking. However, be aware that some areas have reported issues: "The late summer campers were a very different crowd. Mostly they seemed transient. There was garbage everywhere," warns Jessica R. about Samoa Boat Ramp.
Weather preparation: Pack for rain even in summer. The coastal location means fog and precipitation can occur year-round. "We stayed here through the winter and fell in love with it," shares Karen O. about Widow White Creek RV Park, suggesting reasonable year-round camping conditions with proper gear.
Tips from RVers
Hookup availability: Most parks offer various connection options. Humboldt County Fairgrounds RV Park features "66 spacious sites with both 30 and 50 amp electrical hookups, water connections, and a sanitary dump station that accommodates big rigs." Sites at Mad River Rapids RV Park are "level and fairly easy to get into," according to Peter A.
Free or low-cost alternatives: Casino RV parking saves money. "Loved this place. $10 per night, max stay of 2 nights. Free water and dump station! They also give you $10 of free table credits and $10 to play on slots plus coupons for their restaurants. We actually made money staying here!" reports Camille B. about Blue Lake Casino.
Dump station availability: Not all parks have on-site dump services. "There's also a dump station (free for campers), a laundry room, and free showers," notes Laura M. about Stafford RV Park. This detail is important for extended stays in the Fields Landing area.
