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    The King City area in California's central coast region provides multiple camping options ranging from established campgrounds to dispersed sites. San Lorenzo Park offers tent and RV camping with water and electric hookups just off Highway 101, while Yanks RV Resort in nearby Greenfield features full hookups with amenities including a swimming pool and hot tub. Pinnacles National Park Campground, located approximately 30 miles northeast, provides a more natural setting with both tent and RV sites plus cabin accommodations. Williams Hill Recreation Area offers dispersed camping on public land about 25 miles southwest of King City.

    Camping facilities throughout the region vary considerably in terms of amenities and regulations. San Lorenzo Park provides partial and full hookup sites with clean restrooms and showers, making it suitable for RVs requiring services. Primitive camping options exist at Williams Hill Recreation Area, where sites are free but offer minimal facilities beyond vault toilets. Most campgrounds near King City remain open year-round, though summer temperatures can reach uncomfortable highs. Winter brings cooler temperatures and occasional rain. Several campgrounds require reservations, particularly during peak seasons. One visitor noted, "San Lorenzo Park has nice green spaces with lots of partial and full hookup sites, clean bathrooms and showers, though highway noise is audible but not disruptive."

    Campers consistently mention the strategic location of King City accommodations for visiting nearby attractions. San Lorenzo Park serves as a convenient base for exploring Pinnacles National Park, approximately 30 minutes away. Many reviewers highlight the agricultural setting surrounding these campgrounds, with one noting the "amazing farm machinery museum display" at San Lorenzo Park. Yanks RV Resort receives praise for its cleanliness and amenities, with visitors describing it as "an oasis in the middle of nowhere" and mentioning its proximity to Pinnacles National Park. Raccoon activity at Pinnacles Campground appears in multiple reviews, with visitors warning others to secure food properly. The combination of convenient highway access and proximity to natural attractions makes King City a practical stopover for travelers on Highway 101.

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      1. Pinnacles Campground — Pinnacles National Park

      4.1(100)17mi from King City134 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Per my rating system, this is very close to being 5 stars, meaning it's worth planning a trip from out of state just to visit this park and surrounding national/state forest for 3 days or more  The only"

      "It’s a beautiful park and has the largest population of California Condors in the world. The campground is situated about 2.3 miles from the main trailheads. There's tent and RV campsites."

      from $44 - $164 / night

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      2. Williams Hill Recreation Area

      4.4(37)18mi from King CityRVs

      "Lots of area to explore, but this is mainly an off road vehicle area."

      "covered structure, picnic table and fire pit A few additional overflow areas to park and camp •Pit toilet - BYO toilet paper •No trash receptacles •Great Verizon reception / Decent Sprint reception •Drive"

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      3. Yanks RV Resort

      4.8(14)11mi from King CityRVs

      "There is nothing near buy, except a Shell station with the lowest diesel prices I’ve seen in California."

      "Planted fields surround the RV park, Located right off highway 101, it is easy on easy off. This would be a good location for passing through or going to the Pinnacles. You get what you pay for here."

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      4. San Lorenzo Park

      4.0(10)1mi from King CityRVs, Tents

      "A nice walking path, circles the campground and is well used in the mornings and evenings by locals running or walking dogs and babies."

      "There is an interesting farm machinery graveyard here beside what looks like maybe an old and no longer used King City train station building (no actual train). Spots are easy to get in and out of."

      from $50 / night

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      5. Kirk Creek Campground

      4.7(49)25mi from King City32 sitesRVs, Tents

      "While we used to just head up & find a site- its become nearly impossible to "walk-in" during high season."

      "We happened to drive in at the right time, had one walk- in site available. Campsites, large, away from other campers and clean."

      from $45 - $49 / night

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      6. Limekiln State Park Campground

      4.7(42)26mi from King City18 sitesTents, Glamping

      "Lower sites are more exposed, but get the benefit of the ocean sounds and rocky beach proximity. Upper sites are tucked back into redwoods, with a little stream nearby. Hike to the kilns!"

      "The entire campground isn't like this, but our site was directly beneath the highway and next to the beach. There are fun hikes that leave right from camp that go to a waterfall."

      from $50 / night

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      7. Arroyo Seco

      4.4(14)19mi from King City40 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Campground was nice and views were pretty good, very hilly part of California."

      "recid=10906 is located about 60 minutes south of Salinas in the Los Padres National Forest."

      from $35 - $154 / night

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      8. Laguna Mountain Campground

      4.9(14)20mi from King CityRVs, Tents

      "It is difficult to find BLM camping in California and this is a gem! The road is in prone to mudslides and looked like is was recently cleared of mud in multiple spots."

      "Laguna mountain road trail is very strenuous The last leg of the trail(primitive trail) is not easy to follow. Someone has marked the trail with stacked rocks."

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      9. Upper Sweetwater Laguna Mountain Campground

      4.6(11)19mi from King CityRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "Fresh Air (despite being surrounded by bad air on all sides) + Nature (deer, quails, turkeys, coyotes in one night) + Dark New Moon Skies means Bright Stars with Clear View of the Milky Way + Safe (Popular"

      "The winding road to get here is definitely out of the way, and the bumpy drive left one of our passengers feeling pretty carsick. That said, it was absolutely worth it."

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      10. Salinas Valley Fairgrounds

      4.0(1)1mi from King CityRVs
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    Recent Reviews near King City, CA

    858 Reviews of 89 King City Campgrounds

    • Michael B.The Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 6, 2026

      Overnight Parking Near Hearst Castle

      Pretty, but very bait spot....

      Literally on the side of the road. I did see another RV, but not sure at all if this is okay. Very pretty with cool view.

      There are no signs. Next to the 1, and cars zipping by mostly 50-60 occasionally.

      Gonna sleep until sunrise then GTFO. I got caught after dark here and none of the hotels had rooms that I called. Very busy location, I gather, for visitors, so book your hotels ahead or be prepared to sleep a bit lightly.

    • C. K.The Dyrt Pro User
      Aug. 18, 2026

      Kirk Creek Campground

      Ocean view

      Although my site was small it was perfect, little uneven ground but it was manageable. Raccoon comes out right after 6pm, they won’t give up. Make sure dinner is finished and all edible items packed away. Otherwise it was nice, minus the raccoons.

    • M
      Aug. 11, 2026

      Timber Top Camp

      NO CAMPFIRES ALLOWED IN BIG SUR EVER!

      I’m pretty sure that going thru a locked gate is trespassing. As far as campfires this is not ever allowed in Big Sur. Some jackass came this weekend bc of this false information and now we have a huge forest fire. All of the animals will die, be injured and lose their homes not to mention the people who live here. Why the hell did U guys encourage people to come here. You should be 100% responsible for the entire mess.

    • L
      Aug. 10, 2026

      Timber Top Camp

      NO FIRE ALLOWED IN BIG SUR

      Y'all think you can just camp in and start a fire in a high fire zone at the peak of summer??!!! Use your brains. Whomever went camping there over the weekend has started 1,330 acre fire as I write this. Don't be stupid campers, stay off private property and light NO fires. The whole country is on fire idiots! People's lives, homes and business are at risk. BE SMART.

    • jill H.The Dyrt Pro User
      Aug. 9, 2026

      Mercey Hot Springs

      Desert Oasis

      Friendly staff, great facilities away from the grind

    • Lauren S.
      Aug. 3, 2026

      Kirk Creek Campground

      The most beautiful campground in the country

      We were absolutely blown away by this campground, everything about it is perfect. The Camp host were amazing, however they were leaving the following Monday of our stay so can’t speak for the next Camp hosts. There is a trail down to a Rocky Beach, it is very overgrown and I think it has poison oak but worth the trek down. We saw the raccoons but weren’t victims of their stealing lol and they didn’t bother our dog.

      Very dog friendly!

      We took highway 1 north, came in at night time with a 20ft trailer. Wasn’t too bad but we’d driven it before. It is very remote so bring everything you need, there’s a general store about 10 minutes south in Gorda but it’s very expensive ($10.50 for a box of graham crackers, for perspective). Helps in a pinch though!

    • JThe Dyrt Pro User
      Jul. 28, 2026

      Yanks RV Resort

      Quiet

      Reserved a site July 3/4 to get away from big city fireworks. The well maintained park was a very refreshing get away. I will return.

    • Chia-Chia W.The Dyrt Pro User
      Jul. 27, 2026

      Ventana Campground

      3.8/5 – Beautiful Redwood Camping Experience with a Few Important Caveats

      We camped at Ventana Campground(Alila/Hyatt) in Big Sur and overall had a great experience. The redwood forest provides incredible shade, keeping the campsite cool even on warm days, and the atmosphere feels peaceful and magical. The entrance is beautifully designed, and there's even an Airstream serving pizza, drinks, and gelato. Our biggest surprise was that some sites are limited by tent size, not guest count, so double-check before booking. Be prepared for a steep walk to certain sites and bring a wagon only if your site allows it. Mosquitoes were intense before the campfire, so insect repellent is essential. Restrooms were decent but not spotless, and showers require paid tokens. Overall, it's a beautiful, well-managed campground that's perfect for a relaxing redwood camping experience.

    Guide to King City

    San Lorenzo Park serves as the main established campground within King City, California, providing full hookups for RVs and water/electric sites for tent campers. The surrounding area includes a range of camping options from the highly-rated Yanks RV Resort in Greenfield to the more remote Williams Hill Recreation Area for dispersed camping. Pinnacles National Park, located approximately 30 miles east, offers the most developed camping experience with tent sites, RV spaces with 30-amp hookups, and cabin accommodations. Several campgrounds in the region support both tent and RV camping, while some specialized areas cater primarily to self-contained recreational vehicles or primitive camping experiences.

    Campground access varies seasonally with most sites remaining open year-round due to the moderate climate of California's central coast. San Lorenzo Park provides convenient access directly off Highway 101 with paved roads and level sites suitable for most vehicles. Higher-elevation areas like Pinnacles National Park may experience more extreme temperature fluctuations, particularly during summer months when temperatures can climb significantly. Reservations are recommended for established campgrounds, especially on weekends and during peak travel seasons from spring through fall. "Very nice County Park. Not busy when we were here. Bike/walking trail. Nice trees. Level spots with water and electric. Just off 101 but no highway noise," noted one visitor about San Lorenzo Park.

    The camping experience near King City balances accessibility with natural surroundings. San Lorenzo Park features agricultural history displays and walking paths frequented by locals, creating a community atmosphere. Campers at Pinnacles National Park gain direct access to hiking trails and potential wildlife viewing, including California condors. RV travelers particularly appreciate Yanks RV Resort for its modern amenities. According to feedback on The Dyrt, "Clean everything, perfect level cement pad, large very nice dog park with room for the pups to run and play and a friendly helpful staff." Proximity to Pinnacles National Park serves as a major draw for many campers staying in the King City area, allowing visitors to explore the unique volcanic formations and cave systems while maintaining access to services in town.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What amenities are available at King City campgrounds?

    Campgrounds around King City offer various amenities to suit different camping styles. Pinnacles Campground features well-maintained facilities and serves as an excellent base for exploring Pinnacles National Park with its California Condor population. Thousand Trails San Benito provides typical resort amenities and is conveniently located for exploring the region. Other area campgrounds may offer picnic tables, fire rings, potable water, bathrooms, showers, and dump stations. Amenities vary by location, with some sites providing full hookups while more primitive options offer minimal facilities but greater solitude.

    Where can I find camping in King City?

    Several camping options are available near King City. San Lorenzo Park offers mostly level, gravel and grass sites with pull-through options right in King City. For those seeking more remote experiences, Condon Peak Campground in the coast range provides a great wilderness escape. Other nearby options include Williams Hill Recreation Area near Bradley and Salinas Valley Fairgrounds. The King City area serves as a good base for exploring various campgrounds within a short drive, including those in Los Padres National Forest and BLM lands.

    How much does camping cost in King City?

    Camping costs around King City vary based on amenities and location. At Laguna Seca Recreation Area, dry camping ranges from $40-50 per night. San Simeon Creek Campground, though further away on the coast, represents typical state park pricing in the region. For budget-conscious campers, BLM sites like Laguna Mountain Campground offer free or low-cost options. County parks and fairgrounds typically fall in the mid-range price category. RV parks with full hookups command premium rates, while primitive camping areas provide more affordable alternatives. Prices may vary seasonally, with higher rates during peak summer months.

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