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Best Campgrounds near La Palma, CA

1,172 Reviews
CAMPER SUMMARY PRESENTED BYFord

Urban camping near La Palma, California provides primarily developed campgrounds with full hookups for RVs, with limited tent camping options in the surrounding region. The area features several established campgrounds such as Anaheim Harbor RV Park and Bolsa Chica State Beach Campground, which offer convenient access to major attractions including Disneyland and coastal beaches. Most camping facilities in the area are designed for RV users, with amenities including electric hookups, water connections, and dump stations rather than traditional wilderness camping.

Reservations are strongly recommended at all developed campgrounds in the region, particularly during summer months and holiday weekends when sites fill quickly. Many nearby RV parks have specific restrictions regarding vehicle length, parking arrangements, and additional fees. "If you have a travel trailer is 21ft you MUST pay for a parking spot even if your total length is less than 40 ft," notes a camper regarding policies at Anaheim Harbor RV Park. Military campgrounds like Seabreeze At Seal Beach and Los Alamitos Army Campground require military ID or security clearance for entry but provide well-maintained facilities at reasonable rates. Most campgrounds remain open year-round due to the mild Southern California climate.

Campsites closest to attractions command higher prices but offer convenience for theme park visitors. Reviews indicate that while many sites are essentially parking lots with hookups, they provide clean facilities and good access to urban destinations. The highest-rated camping options include military bases and waterfront locations along the coast. Campers report that Seabreeze At Seal Beach offers "walking paths well lit and near to many areas to explore. Wetlands on the base and birds galore." Those seeking overnight parking without hookups should exercise caution, as several reviewers note inconsistent enforcement at retail parking lots. For tent campers, options are more limited, with Crystal Cove State Park's Moro Campground representing one of the few tent-friendly established campgrounds within reasonable driving distance.

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Best Camping Sites Near La Palma, California (164)

    1. Bolsa Chica State Beach Campground

    19 Reviews
    Huntington Beach, CA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (714) 846-3460

    $60 - $70 / night

    "Beachfront camping in the heart of southern California. Concrete/asphalt sites with water electric and dump station. Adjacent to PCH so road noise but steps away from great sand beaches."

    "Super convenient beach front parking with good restrooms and outdoor showers as well as a beach path perfect for walking, biking, rollerblading, etc."

    2. Anaheim Harbor RV Park

    13 Reviews
    Anaheim, CA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (714) 535-6495

    $55 - $70 / night

    "Nice bathrooms and hot showers with laundry on location. Good amount of space between sites. Very short drive or 20ish minute walk to Disneyland. Extremely helpful and kind staff."

    "Park is within walking to the Disneyland park. The tent sites are very small with a picnic table and AstroTurf."

    3. Golden Shore RV Resort

    14 Reviews
    Signal Hill, CA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (562) 435-4646

    $80 - $85 / night

    "However, you do get some road noise if you stay on the road side"

    "This park is close to the action in Long Beach. Easily walkable or there are always E bikes and scooters to rent right outside the gate. Also, really appreciated that this RV park was gated."

    CAMPER SUMMARY PRESENTED BYFord

    4. Seabreeze At Seal Beach

    9 Reviews
    Seal Beach, CA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (562) 626-7504

    "Awesome park, clean, level paved pads with a parking space..nice amenities, small NEX nearby. Wildlife reserve adjacent to the park made it nice for walking the dogs, too"

    "Very clean, cement slab, walking paths well lit and near to many areas to explore. Wetlands on the base and birds galore."

    5. Bonelli Bluffs

    40 Reviews
    South El Monte, CA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 599-8355

    $76 - $88 / night

    "Our experience at Bonelli Bluffs Campground was mostly positive, but there were a couple of aspects that could be improved."

    "The views around the outskirts of B loop are just lovely, the staff has been so friendly and helpful (we’re RV newbies and had a ton of questions) the store was stocked with all of the little things we"

    6. Orangeland RV Park

    10 Reviews
    Anaheim, CA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (714) 633-0414

    $75 - $90 / night

    "Anaheim transit makes on-demand stops her to Disneyland as well as Garden Walk. Very helpful, friendly staff. Many residents mixed with overnight era or vacationers. "

    "First time staying here, it will be our place to stay in California."

    7. Newport Dunes RV Resort

    26 Reviews
    Newport Beach, CA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 765-7661

    $75 - $550 / night

    "As we expected, the sites are stacked up next to each other like dominoes with minimal foliage/fencing to separate the sites."

    "There's a nice bike trail that circles around the bay, which is great for kids. Also, lots of amenities for families, including playgrounds, water toys, movie nights and fire pits."

    CAMPER SUMMARY PRESENTED BYFord

    8. Waterfront RV Park

    13 Reviews
    Huntington Beach, CA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (714) 536-8316

    "Booking a site here at Waterfront, provided us a excellent homebase that was close to the water. In all, you are about a 2 minute walk to the sand, and 4 minutes to the oceanfront. "

    "Your not on the beach but literally on the other side of pacific coast highway you are there."

    9. Moro Campground — Crystal Cove State Park

    35 Reviews
    Laguna Beach, CA
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 444-7275

    $25 - $75 / night

    "Luckily Booked last minute on reserve California (the worst web thing ever) on site 49. Looks like there is a oven view from every site. Close to beach and shopping."

    "There is an elementary school adjacent to the campground so you get a few PA announcements to start your day. There is a small visitor's center on site."

    10. Los Alamitos Army Campground

    2 Reviews
    Los Alamitos, CA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (562) 795-2128

    $23 - $33 / night

    "Conveniently located next to the laundry and grill (the salmon is great!)."

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  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 10, 2025

    Rancho Jurupa RV Park

    Clean Park with Amenities

    Usually come week after Thanksgiving when 25% occupied. They provide gate / bathroom / laundry codes for late arrivals. Nice level grounds to walk around. Lakeside has gravel roads / pads... other side has asphalt roads / concrete pads. Restrooms are clean and acceptable. Lakeside showers require tokens... inquire at check-in. Limited shower seating to change clothes both sides. Easy drives to downtown area to see Mission Inn Christmas lights and walk around lake at city park. Cabins on-site look good and had some holiday lights. Store on-site has basics for camping and fishing. Overall a good place at this time of year.

  • Hans V.The Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 1, 2025

    Dockweiler Beach RV Park

    2 stars even though we had a good time

    We were here in november for 3 nights. Expensive for a narrow pad / parking lot. The far bathroom was without toilet paper, the near one dirty since early morning until same time next day. Public beach building had the best toilet available...

    Beach is close but in winter no view due to sand wall. Slightly smelly ocean, not sure what it is ...

    A lot of load airplanes (every minute or so) - which we were of course expecting but are detracting from the beach vibe. Bright lights that are on all night.

    Anyway, as far as I know still one of the best places to camp close to LA/Hollywood as there ain't so many, but it is far from great

  • Les R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 29, 2025

    Angeles National Forest Meadow Group Campground

    Suitable for large groups

    So much space! One of the few campgrounds still reservable within the Angeles National Forest, now that only group sites are reservable.

    Although it’s a beautiful area and the sites are spacious, the sites could be more maintained. The main vault toilets were closed so we had to walk 3 minutes each way to some further away. Potable hasn’t been available at Meadows for this season at least, but we heard you may be able to get water at the nearby Chilao campground. We just brought our own water for the weekend.

    Make sure to call for the gate lock code during weekday business hours, there is no service once you’re in the forest.

  • Les R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 29, 2025

    Sturtevant Camp

    amazing camp, amazing organization

    We ended up unexpectedly staying at Sturtevant Camp because we left a scary experience at Spruce grove trailhead nearby. And wow, what an amazing experience we had here! We walked up to the campgrounds after it was already dark, and the camp host came outside of his cabin within a minute. He saw our headlamps and greeted us by asking if everything was okay. We asked if we could set up our tent near the cabins, and he offered to let us stay in one of the cabins that happened to be open that weekend. Some of the most amazing hospitality I've encounted while camping, really restored my faith in humanity. We made a donation after we got home as a thank you.

    The facilities have running water and electricity. The camp host preps coffee and hot water in the morning so that other hikers coming through can stop for a warm beverage. What an amazing place!

  • Les R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 29, 2025

    Spruce Grove Trail Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED DUE TO FIRE

    scary experience

    I took my friend backpacking on a Friday in August with the goal of camping at Spruce Grove camp that night. I read other reviews talking about how busy the campground can be over the weekend, so I was hoping we would still get a spot if we arrived Friday instead of Saturday. My friend and I were less than a mile away from the camp sites when it got dark and a guy started following us on the trail. It was unsettling, and we hoped it would be fine once we got to Spruce Grove. Unfortunately, upon arriving to the camp, it was completely empty. The guy started explaining that he didn't have a tent and his story didn't make sense (ex: said he walked up from Pasadena, instead of parking at the trailhead). Anyways, I know this guy isn't a permanent part of the campground, BUT it made me realize that backcountry camping in the Angeles National Forest is different than other backpacking I've done, because it's so close to an urban area. I've camped in many other parts of the ANF, but never the backcountry sites. I also want people to know that the campground is empty sometimes, so if you're going, I would only do it with a larger party.

    The story ends by us taking safe haven at Sturtevant Camp a little further up the trail

  • rich I.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 29, 2025

    San Clemente State Beach Campground

    Beach Camping on the bluff

    Great place for beach camping, but the hike down to the beach is steep. Beach used to be sandy, but over the years the tide has taken the sand away and left smaller stones so wear Tevas.

  • rich I.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 29, 2025

    O'Neill Regional Park

    Family Camp at ONeill Regional Count Park (soCal)

    Great regional county park for camping. We did a pre-Thanksgiving family campout. However, Nov was cold at night! The next day was our adventure day where we trekked up the wash and climbed the trail to Mesa day use area. Trail is steep for kids under 5, but doable. Check your site and location of bathrooms. Some sites are far from them.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 29, 2025

    Malibu Creek State Park Campground

    Great location and overall environment, but....

    Nice area, great location. Visited King Gillette Ranch and did some there and in general area near coast. The park itself has large open areas. We might have visited the M.A.S.H. set but the bridge to it was removed for the season. I did recognize the mountain formation from the show :)    Hardly any other campers there during our 3 night stay. Seemed safe and staff were friendly and assisted with shower tokens. There is a dump station that costs extra--bit of a disappointment (see pic below). Would likely stay here again despite some drawbacks because of nice landscape and locale. Just felt like we couldn't give it a 4. 

    Downsides: Campsite office's internet was out so token machines for showers not working. Bathroom were not great and showers were threadbare. One shower's  shower head was missing (replaced later), no hooks or shelves, so nowhere to really hang anything so as to keep belongings off floor (I did use door hinges & door handle). They are free with cold water only, OR, you can buy tokens, 2 for a dollar at 2 min. apiece. Advice was to put token in and water would get hot in about 30 to 45 seconds (true) and to my pleasant surprise, hot water did come out for 2 min. (so, hotwater for 2 min. AFTER the initial time it took to get hot). But, neither token machine worked. However, the park ranger (after driving back down to entrance) did give us 6 tokens, gratis & we appreciated that. There was however a cleaning crew there each morning (early) while we were there and it appeared they literally sprayed down the bathrooms and showers with disinfectant. 

    The location itself was great. Short drive down to Malibu, and we parked ocean-side one evening and ate dinner at sunset in camper. To our surprise the nearby Ralph's grocery store (Kroger) was reasonably priced (not much different than our neighborhood Kroger [not in Calif.]; did not expect that in Malibu).

    Perhaps affecting our experience is that it was cold and rainy while there so made threadbare showers a shivering experience.

Guide to La Palma

Camping sites near La Palma, California sit within the coastal climate zone of Orange County, where temperatures typically range from 55-85°F year-round. Most camping options cluster along coastal regions with low elevations under 100 feet, though some inland sites reach 300-400 feet above sea level. The area receives only about 13 inches of rain annually, concentrated between November and March.

What to Do

Kayaking adventures: Just minutes from La Palma, Bolsa Chica State Beach Campground offers water activities along the coastline. "Had so much fun here today kayaking! It's a great place to enjoy the beach," reports one camper.

Hiking wetlands: The trails around Seabreeze At Seal Beach provide nature observation opportunities within an urban setting. A visitor notes, "Walking paths well lit and near to many areas to explore. Wetlands on the base and birds galore."

Biking coastal paths: At Newport Dunes RV Resort, families can access waterfront trails. "There are fantastic running/bike trails along the Back Bay. The campground is clean and right on the beach," writes one regular visitor.

What Campers Like

Fruit picking: Orangeland RV Park offers a unique perk rarely found at camping spots near La Palma. "Clean, comfortable sites near Long Beach Marina and downtown. Good biking, walking lanes. Pool & jacuzzi are nice," shared one guest.

Clean facilities: Campers consistently praise the maintenance at Moro Campground — Crystal Cove State Park. "Beautiful sunsets! We stayed February 5th and 6th at site #23 but it looked like most of the sites had great views of the Pacific. The campsites are roped off and have a decent amount of distance between them."

Pool amenities: Several sites offer swimming options for hot days. At Bonelli Bluffs, "There is camping, horseback riding, fishing, trails, biking, hiking, picnics, you can use your jet skies in designated areas, swimming on the pool areas, kayaking, Park for kids and plenty more."

What You Should Know

Noise considerations: Several campgrounds experience urban noise. A camper at Waterfront RV Park noted, "Generally, I would say this is fairly quiet but do expect some road noise from the PCH. Friday/Saturday were the worst nights."

Site spacing: Most RV parks have limited space between sites. At Newport Dunes, one camper observed, "This campground has small sites like most RV parks do, but there was a lot of fun things to do with the kids."

Base access restrictions: Military sites require proper identification. A reviewer at Los Alamitos Army Campground cautions, "A well kept secret with one drawback; everyone has to have an ID card to get on the base or be pre approved by base security."

Tips for Camping with Families

Beach access routes: At Crystal Cove, families should plan accordingly. "The campgrounds is a little further from the beach than I expected from looking at photos online. There is no direct beach access so you'll have to go to the day use area."

Pool reservations: During busy periods, some amenities require scheduling. As one camper at Orangeland RV Park explained, "During COVID you need to reserve your time at the pool."

Tent-friendly options: Families without RVs have limited choices. At Anaheim Harbor RV Park, one visitor shared, "I tent camped here for one night before meeting friends at their timeshare for a Disneyland vacation. There are only two tent sites (T1 and T3), the rest are for RVs."

Tips from RVers

Site selection strategy: Choose locations carefully at Golden Shore RV Resort. A return visitor advised, "We stayed here last year and it was horrible and said we'd never stay again. But never say never!! We had to find a place as we had illness in our family. So they had a space available for our 42' 5th wheel and the site was wonderful."

Backup precautions: Security concerns exist at some locations. One RVer at Waterfront RV Park warned, "Be careful and aware when staying here. My husband and I had our mountain bikes stolen when sleeping."

Parking costs: Be aware of additional fees. At Anaheim Harbor RV Park, different rules apply based on vehicle types, but specific details about these fees aren't clearly communicated at booking.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near La Palma, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, La Palma, CA offers a wide range of camping options, with 164 campgrounds and RV parks near La Palma, CA and 5 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near La Palma, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near La Palma, CA is Bolsa Chica State Beach Campground with a 3.9-star rating from 19 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near La Palma, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 5 free dispersed camping spots near La Palma, CA.

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