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ScoutRiverwalk RV Park
Pleasant stay
Nice place. Very clean. Great shower facilities. Outdoor kitchen. Heated pool and hot tub.
Best Glamping near Garberville, CA
Richardson Grove RV and Campground offers glamping accommodations set among beautiful redwood trees in Garberville, California. The property features multiple glamping options with amenities like comfortable beds, private seating areas, and electricity. Full hookup sites complement the glamping experience with access to hot showers, clean toilets, and picnic tables. The campground store provides essentials and firewood for evening campfires. Located directly off Highway 101, Richardson Grove serves as an ideal base for exploring the surrounding redwood forests and nearby attractions. One guest described it as a "charming 'vintage' campground" where "the huge oaks are worth it alone."
Visitors at Richardson Grove can easily access the Eel River for swimming during warm summer months by crossing Highway 101. Many glamping guests enjoy riverside recreation, hiking trails, and wildlife viewing opportunities throughout the property. Mendocino Magic, another glamping destination in the region, provides safari-style accommodations with access to showers and toilets in a more secluded setting with 34 total sites. The eco-friendly glamping experiences in this area provide comfortable alternatives to traditional camping while maintaining connections to the natural environment. According to a camper, "The campground has bathrooms and showers but over the years the maintenance have dropped." Despite this, the riverside location and natural setting continue to attract glamping enthusiasts seeking unique outdoor experiences.
Best Glamping Sites Near Garberville, California (19)
1. Dean Creek Resort
5 ReviewsRedway, CA3 milesWebsite+1 (707) 923-2555"But that is to be expected in the Humbolt Redwoods area of Northern California."
2. Richardson Grove RV and Campground
2 ReviewsPiercy, CA6 milesWebsite+1 (707) 247-3380$25 - $35 / night
"Having the gas station right next to the campground is great since you ca. Go buy anything you need / run out of such as sodas and beer oh and ice also."
3. Redwoods River Resort & Campground
5 ReviewsPiercy, CA12 milesWebsite+1 (707) 925-6249"Great staff, store, heated pool. There is a moderate trail down to the river."
"Very nice rv park, friendly staff and must be really fun during summer. Little pub onsight mostly closed this late in the season"
4. King Range Conservation Area
4 ReviewsWhitethorn, CA12 milesWebsite"Short walk to the ocean or mouth of the Mattole River. Seismic area, so the sand on the river is never the same if you go more than once a year. Bathrooms near the campground. No showers."
"If you do not like the sound of nearby rifle fire, avoid visiting this campground during hunting season."
5. Westport Beach RV Park and Campground
16 ReviewsWestport, CA31 milesWebsite+1 (707) 964-2964$55 - $155 / night
"Little store has anything you forgot, clean bathrooms, fire pits at each site,friendly staff. We were in 24’ class C RV"
"We stayed in our van in the tent area which was secluded, with a stream meandering through, and it was nearly deserted in April."
6. Redcrest Resort
3 ReviewsRedcrest, CA23 milesWebsite+1 (707) 722-4208"They seem a bit over the top on security for me, but maybe how it needs to be so close to Humboldt - what I mean by this is bathroom’s had a combination lock on them even though they were behind a privacy"
"It's quiet, off SR101 a distance and right off Avenue of the Giants, an absolutely beautiful and fantastic drive among some of the most amazing redwoods I've seen in a while."
7. Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park Campground
7 ReviewsBridgeville, CA27 milesWebsite+1 (707) 777-3683$35 - $90 / night
"Lots of shade throughout area but limited privacy due to proximity of sites and road noise. Bathhouse has water and basic shower amentities."
"the fog can stay in the river valley and keep the campground cold even in the summer. the river is nice earlier in the year before the water warms and it fills with algae. theres swimming and hiking on site"
8. Stafford RV Park
6 ReviewsCarlotta, CA28 milesWebsite+1 (707) 764-3416"There’s a cute tree house and cute cabins (tiny), as well as a tent-only area for $30. There’s also a dump station (free for campers), a laundry room, and free showers."
9. Bailey Canyon Campground
2 ReviewsHayfork, CA27 milesWebsite"Huge campsite with view of the lake, room for a few tents and a hammock. Fire pit. Can collect dead wood for the fire. Swimming, fishing and boating. Caught bass and catfish."
"The lake was perfect! There were people there but it wasn’t over filled. The spots weren’t super level so this campground was better suited to tent/van/hammock camping. (Though we did see a pop up)."
10. Humboldt County Fairgrounds
10 ReviewsFerndale, CA42 milesWebsite+1 (707) 786-9511$20 - $45 / night
"The bathroom is clean, heated, free showers and the combination is changed weekly. Large grassy area with good spacing between most RVs. I was in the middle of the campground for short term parking."
"Clean restrooms, heated and free. Many long term residents. The spots are level, it felt safe enough. Quiet. Close to Ferndale, which is Must See."
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Glamping Reviews near Garberville, CA
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Katie S.
GuideGrizzly Creek Redwoods State Park Campground
Camping amongst giants
Amazing campground nestled amongst the heart of the Redwood Trees. Lots of shade throughout area but limited privacy due to proximity of sites and road noise. Bathhouse has water and basic shower amentities. Nice hiking trails to explore the Redwoods within walking distance of campground. Great location to explore the forest and access the rugged California coastline.
- DDanielle F.Scout
Jackson Demonstration Forest
Secluded and peaceful
Jackson State Demonstration forest is about 6 miles from fort Bragg on hwy.20 Campground is about 3 miles down a dirt road down into the forest from the highway.
Beautiful, clean and peaceful. Plenty of trails to explore and Noyo River meanders through the center. It was self pay upon arrival and the whole place was welcoming. Nice day use area with tables and creek for playing in. No water but fire pits and grills, and picnic tables in campsites. At the sites , Trash and pit toilet areas seemed cleaned regularly and cal fire was seen a few times through our stay so it’s out there but doesn’t feel far away.
There was a massive group site that would be gorgeous for a family gathering too!
Cassidy Y.
LegendJackson Demonstration Forest
Pretty good spot
I’m bad about planning ahead and couldn’t reserve a campground at my usual spots also was trying to avoid the smoke in the valley from all the forest fires. This area was recommended because they are all first come first serve. I drove up on a Friday in July and was able to get a spot at Dunlap campground. The campground filled up by 5:00 Friday night and stayed full the rest of the weekend. Each camp has a picnic table, fire pit and a bbq. Dump lap has 17 spots and a vaulted toilet. There was a small creek behind the campground which was nice. It was about a 30 minute drive to fort Bragg made for an easy day trip. The campground is maintained by cal fire $20 a night. No camp host on site, cal fire crew came in once a day to check the campground. Fellow campers weren’t too loud, the birds were worse in the morning. I’m
Laura M.LegendStafford RV Park
Friendly and easy
We stayed here for half price with the Passport America discount - we paid $25 for a pull through E/ W site (normally$50), and refreshingly there were no taxes or fees added on to the price. We almost didn’t stay here, as on the Passport America site they state that they do not allow certain breeds of dogs, and we generally try to not support places that discriminate against certain breeds, even though our large dog is mixed breed dog who could pass for any number of breeds. But nobody mentioned anything about dogs when we arrived, and we saw no mention of it anywhere on their website or other signage, so we ended up staying.
It’s one of those run down, but in a comfortable kind of way, places. There’s a cute tree house and cute cabins (tiny), as well as a tent-only area for $30. There’s also a dump station (free for campers), a laundry room, and free showers. The showers were run down but clean. We ended up not using the laundry- they are $2 each for washer and dryer (they take quarters, and there’s no change machine), with a sign saying that your clothes may stain due to the iron in the water, and that you need to shake out the sawdust from your clothes before washing them (I guess a lot of loggers stay here?). Also, the water jug we had filled with their water was full of rusty red residue at the bottom, ick. And that water is what we used to fill our onboard RV tank (and that’s with using a filter). The RV park seems to be mostly long-termers or seasonal campers, it was very quiet and devoid of people when we stayed here after a holiday weekend.
Staff was very friendly and welcoming. We forgot to ask about wifi, but cell reception was good for Verizon and ATT. The park is nicely situated among the trees with an easy access from the highway, right near the entrance to the Avenue of the Giants. Would stay here again.
- JJoseph C.
TravelerMendocino Magic
Not Ready for the Public Camping But a Lot of Potential
On the positive side, the people that work there are very hospitable and friendly. We had reserved 2 days. But for $70 per day for 2 people (they charge by the person per day) there are not enough amenities and the grounds are not well kept. Check in is not until 4pm. First, there is no place to put garbage. You have to take it with you. Bathrooms are just blue porta-potties. There is a map of the property, but almost no signs on the property, so it's hard to know where you are in relation to the map. The campsites are numbered on the map, but not at the physical campsites. Although the property is in the mountains and there is a reservoir for swimming and boating, (a big plus), there are tools and equipment in various stages of disrepair at several places on the facility that are not screened from view of the camping areas. The RV hookup areas are too primitive compared to typical campsites. (again, the price is too much for what you get) There are canoes and kayaks available for use at the reservoir, (a very nice amenity) but various boating equipment litter the shores and spoil the views. I was told this facility caters mainly to group events, like weddings and there are nice glamping tents available. But it looked like they just didn't pick up after the last party. We left after one day.
- KKaren O.Guide
Bailey Canyon Campground
Great lakeside camping
Stayed here for 4 days. Huge campsite with view of the lake, room for a few tents and a hammock. Fire pit. Can collect dead wood for the fire. Swimming, fishing and boating. Caught bass and catfish. Watched Osprey diving for fish in the early morn right from my campsite.Bald eagles, Herons and Hawks were also a joy to watch. Kids enjoyed swimming catching frogs, turtles and baby catfish with their hands. Poison oak is cleared from around the campsite but need to use care off trail. Nice short trail to Fir Cove. Very much enjoyed our time. Only downside was the heat.
DirtyMountainBoy A.GuidePhilpot Campground
Beautiful Trinity County
This rustic campsite is just a few miles off of Highway 36 located off of Rattlesnake Road near Trinity Pines.There’s no power no running water they do have bathrooms and a creek runs through the campsite it’s a very beautiful place with lush green forest all around!
- sstephanieGuide
Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park Campground
RV and Travel Trailers Beware
We stayed for one night as we were passing thru from Oregon to Central California.
Pros
- No cell service
- In the trees, very secluded
- Flush potties.
- Nice swimming hole, the water was warm in mid June. This seems to be the primary attraction for this area. Most of the families were gathered along the shore and playing in the water.
- Hiking straight out of the camp ground. But, it is a very steep trail, so make sure you bring a walking stick(s) and wear proper gear. This is also a heavy bear area, so pack your bear spray.
- Best for tent or car camping.
- Nice fire pits, wood for sale at office
- Fantastic place for kids… so many families with young children.
- The camp host and other campers were really friendly.
Cons
- Close to the road, we heard vehicles all night. We were in a hard sided camper two rows away from the road and could hear them inside. It’s got to be really loud for people closer and in tents.
- Tight spots and everyone is packed closely together (Check out the video).
- No electric, site water, dumping, or showers.
- Not suited for most RVs and travel trailers, you need to be very small and fully self contained. Our 19’ A-Line barely fit into our spot. The sites are close together, short, with roots coming up in the road and parking areas, and sharp angled turns to get into your spot. A lot of spot have over hanging tree limbs. We made it in our spot because our camper is super low profile during travel mode. Would not have been able to fit under the tree limbs with a normal camper.
- Hwy 36 from the 101 is very curvy with lots of narrow areas and very few turn offs.
- Not a good place for dogs, very few areas they are allowed other than your camp site. Upon arriving we receive a yellow sheet letting us know why our dog was a problem for wildlife in this area and all the reasons we should not bring him with us next time.
Over all, I this campground would be a fun place for families, wanting to disconnect from technology for a weekend of tent camping.
Guide to Garberville
Richardson Grove RV and Campground isn't the only option for cabin and yurt camping near Garberville, California. This section of Southern Humboldt County sits at approximately 535 feet elevation, with mild year-round temperatures typically ranging from 40-85°F depending on season. The area features a mix of redwood forests and river valley terrain with several campgrounds offering varied accommodations beyond traditional tent sites.
What to do
River access for swimming: During summer months, the Eel River provides swimming opportunities at Redwoods River Resort & Campground. According to Kandi R., "The Pub is fantastic! Great staff, store, heated pool. There is a moderate trail down to the river." The path can be steep but worth the effort for water recreation.
Hiking trails: Several campgrounds offer direct trail access for exploring the redwoods. At Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park Campground, trails start right from the campground. As Stephanie notes, "It is a very steep trail, so make sure you bring a walking stick(s) and wear proper gear. This is also a heavy bear area, so pack your bear spray."
Wildlife viewing: The King Range Conservation Area provides opportunities to spot diverse wildlife. Jesus R. writes, "Watch out for rattlesnakes in the areas where you will camp. Saw several all over." The area also attracts birdwatchers looking for coastal and forest species.
What campers like
Beach camping options: For those willing to drive about 90 minutes northwest, Westport Beach RV Park and Campground offers oceanfront camping. Rob F. describes it as a "Hidden Gem" where "the waves are loud, the cell service sucks and the Wi-Fi is very spotty…which makes it a perfect spot to get away!"
Tent areas with natural features: Many campgrounds have dedicated tent camping areas separate from RV sections. At Westport Beach, Karin notes, "We stayed in our van in the tent area which was secluded, with a stream meandering through, and it was nearly deserted in April. Clean bathrooms, hot showers for quarters, and an outside sink for doing dishes."
Rustic yurt camping: Near Garberville, you can find yurt accommodations at several campgrounds. At Mendocino Magic, Frederick S. describes it as a "Beautiful secret. Cannonball camp! Hiking, canoeing, swimming! Friendly staff with magnificent host!" The property includes both standard camping and glamping options.
What you should know
Seasonal water conditions: River levels and water quality can vary significantly by season. Laura M. notes at Redwoods River Resort that "This place is a little outdated, the bathrooms and showers could be better, campsites are small and not much privacy, the best part of this place is the river."
Road noise concerns: Some campgrounds near highways experience traffic noise. Anthony C. warns about Grizzly Creek: "The main issue is the noise. It's unbelievably loud as the camp site is right next to the road that appears to be supporting a logging operation. Logging and construction vehicles pass within 10-20 feet of the roadside campsites at all hours."
Limited cell service: Many campgrounds have poor connectivity. At Dean Creek Resort, a camper mentions it's "a little rundown, but good enough at $50 a night" and notes the availability of showers despite some infrastructure limitations.
Tips for camping with families
Swimming holes for kids: During summer months, look for campgrounds with swimming access. Karen O. describes Bailey Canyon Campground: "Kids enjoyed swimming catching frogs, turtles and baby catfish with their hands. Poison oak is cleared from around the campsite but need to use care off trail."
Bathroom facilities: Check campground reviews for current bathroom conditions. Missi at Redwoods River Resort explains: "We really enjoyed our campsite. It was private and level. We really enjoyed the playground and all the outdoor games. The campground needs some updating/TLC. We had a power outage and the bathroom plumbing was having some major issues."
Yurt camping alternatives: For families wanting more comfort than traditional tent camping, Stafford RV Park offers cabins. Laura M. notes they have "cute cabins (tiny), as well as a tent-only area for $30. There's also a dump station (free for campers), a laundry room, and free showers."
Tips from RVers
Site accessibility: Many campgrounds have limitations for larger RVs. Stephanie cautions about Grizzly Creek: "Not suited for most RVs and travel trailers, you need to be very small and fully self contained. Our 19' A-Line barely fit into our spot. The sites are close together, short, with roots coming up in the road and parking areas, and sharp angled turns."
Hookup availability: Check for available connections before booking. Greg K. from Redcrest Resort reports: "I stayed here three nights in a 25' travel trailer. Clean campground, clean restroom and shower facilities, just nice all-around. I'd stay again. I didn't give five stars because of the lack of some basics: firewood, ice."
Leveling challenges: Many sites in the area require leveling equipment. According to Jesse E. at Redcrest Resort, "Sites are tight and not level side to side. But clean and adequate with FHU. Also showers if needed."
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