4 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Several cabin rental options are available in the Lake Sonoma region, with varying levels of amenities and comfort. Cloverdale/Healdsburg KOA offers furnished cabin accommodations with access to electricity and shared bathrooms. The Thousand Trails Russian River campground provides basic cabin rentals with 30-amp electrical hookups and central bathrooms. According to one visitor, "Camp staff is awesome and helpful! Josh checked us in late and took care of everything even though the store was closed." Liberty Glen Campground (currently closed for maintenance) previously offered cabin options with limited amenities, including access to toilets but no showers on-site.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Most cabins require advance reservations, especially during summer months when occupancy increases. Pet policies vary by property—while Cloverdale/Healdsburg KOA and Thousand Trails Russian River permit pets in some cabins, restrictions may apply. A camper wrote, "We absolutely love thousand trails and our membership this is not one of their best campgrounds however the staff was five star and so is the location." Seasonal closures affect some properties, with Liberty Glen currently unavailable due to maintenance work.
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Several campgrounds provide on-site markets or camp stores for basic supplies, including the Cloverdale/Healdsburg KOA and River Bend Resort. Kitchen facilities in cabins vary considerably—some offer only basic amenities while others include more complete setups. Visitors should check specific cabin listings for details about cooking facilities, as this significantly impacts what supplies to bring. The town of Cloverdale, approximately 5-10 minutes from some cabin locations, offers additional shopping options for groceries and camping supplies.
"Love this spot for glamping it has a fishing pond, swimming pool, and a hiking trail! Very beautiful scenery! Very close to the town of Cloverdale about a 5-10 min drive!"
"I found this KOA pretty low key. Has quite a bit activities for families. A small pond to fish. Campsites were pretty maintained and spacious. Staff were friendly and helpful."
from $89 - $109 / night
"This is a rustic park with no sewer hookups, so you need to bring a sewer caddy, and also, they have laundry onsite. They are remodeling and repairing and it is coming along very nicely."
"Showers and restrooms and laundry. Plus the beautiful Russian River."
"There is a small store with the basic essentials, a play area for young kids and of course the main attraction which is an access to the river. There is a kayak rental by the beach area."
"Stayed here for a few days and I have to say probably the best family campground around! The sites were super clean the staff were awesome! Lots of activities for the family. The River area is nice."
"If you talk to the the ranger at the gate, most of the time they will let you drive around the grounds and pick any open site."
"Sites were nicely bushed in so as to have a bit of privacy. The walk down to swim in the lake was a significant downhill but the dip was worth it!"
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $25 - $100 / night
"Love this spot for glamping it has a fishing pond, swimming pool, and a hiking trail! Very beautiful scenery! Very close to the town of Cloverdale about a 5-10 min drive!"
"The kids enjoyed the pool and loved biking to the general store."
"There is an access to the river and few steps away from an old small town feel. Lots of local shops and bars right outside the campsite."
"If you enjoy Guerneville and want a simple campsite where you can easily walk to every bar, restaurant, and the redwoods, this is the spot."
from $50 - $100 / night
"Turns out it's closed to camping now, so I took a flyer and looked at this park. I managed to grab what appeared to be the last spot available for the Friday and Saturday night stay I had planned."
"Came back a year later on a whim and still found it to be a nice place, in spite of the heat."
Available this weekend
from $30 / night
"Water fountains/spigots relatively easy to find near most campsites. Bathhouse is next to site 10, operates with quarters."
"We set up our tent towards the back of the site closest to the creek because it was more private. The only concern was that there was a slight downward slope."
Available this weekend
from $43 / night
"Great restaurant just outside the property, well stocked general store, arcade, park, and oh yes beach front access where the river does a nice bend."
from $79 - $360 / night
"If you wanna rv and craving crab,chowder, and oysters this is the spot for you, full hook up,fire pit , and picnic table walking distance to a restaurant and shops great views very relaxing...the down"
"This place was great full hook up W,E,S,C you get a fire pit and a picnic table, 3 minute walk to restaurant and deli, public restroom is clean every morning and garbage gets emptied...amazing views the"
TravelerThis was a nice stay and the owner was friendly and helpful. It has showers, but no pet area or great place to walk dogs. It had full amenities for RVs and both pull in and back in sites. Closely spaced, but awning room. The only two drawbacks are that the price is high for the area, as is the area itself. There are some options to save, so it may be in your budget.
GuideI enjoyed my two night stay here, the location is great right on the water.
Campsites are very close together and the Bodega Bay foghorn goes off every 10 seconds 24/7 and that got annoying.
Great for Starlink
TravelerHad a late check in after scheduling in the same day, but the staff were so welcoming and helpful over the phone! The campsite is so clean you could walk around barefoot. the scenery is so beautiful with sheep, cattle, mountains and a stream surrounding/on the property. Would definitely recommend
TravelerThis has been an honestly fun time. Many unexpected things, like movies now night, community campfire, and great of leash dog park area. The staff are so helpful. Delivered fire wood and propane to the site. If you’re not able to score a site with sewer hook-up, don’t worry. They offer a honey bucket service that comes to your RV for $15. All the usual amenities at a KOA, plus a pool, game room, and small general store. We will definitely be back. Oh and, look for a place to enjoy Thanksgiving, this place have a community pot luck, bring a side dish to share. They provide the turkey.
ScoutAbundant bad reviews were available for this campground but we had no major issues. Bathrooms and pool were in good condition.
TravelerSo the staff here are really nice and helpful and trying to keep the place up. There is definitely not enough staff for the size of of the grounds here. The river is super low right now but it's mid July inland in California so that's expected. Getting down to the river access is either by being dropped off by a car and then picked back up when you are done OR walking down the windy steep road and then back UP when you are tired and hungry and hot etc. If you have a mobility issue be prepared to get help. My husband has prosthetics and we couldn't be down at the same time without a lot of back and forth with the vehicle. The bathroom/bathhouse in A section of the park is trashed. I don't have a nicer way to put that. We lost water the second night we were there and that lasted most of the next day and then power went out at 11pm three nights later and was off for almost 24 hours. We more than likely won't be staying there again anytime soon. It looks like it used to be a really nice spot but it has just been neglected and abused.
GuideIt's a popular campground in the northern california that's relatively easy to book. We book 1-2 weeks before and still got a spot.
ScoutWe don't have kids, but this is a great place with a petting zoo, pool and hayride.
ScoutThe employees are great, great attitudes.No problems whatsoever!
Cabin rentals near Lake Sonoma offer shelter from temperature extremes that range from summer highs above 90°F to winter lows in the 30s. Most cabins are located within established campgrounds in Sonoma County, providing a basecamp for exploring the 17,000-acre Lake Sonoma Recreation Area. Water levels in Lake Sonoma fluctuate seasonally, affecting beach access and water activities near some cabin locations.
Swimming access: Thousand Trails Russian River provides cabin rentals with direct river access. "The location to the river/ creek is great. Pitched a tent on the river- not many tents though this is more for rvs," notes Sarah H.
Fishing opportunities: Pine Grove Cobb Resort offers cabin stays near fishing spots. "Four of us stayed in the Glamping Tent for two nights and it was perfect- very comfortable and relaxing. We also had access to our own private bathroom and shower a short walk away," says Aulden F.
Hiking trails: Bothe-Napa Valley State Park cabins provide access to multiple trail systems. "There are nice hiking trails in the park though they are closed currently (Dec 2020) due to the fire in the area. There was no damage to the campground even though the fire burned into the grounds," reports Robert S.
Wine touring: Cabin rentals at Bothe-Napa Valley State Park serve as affordable lodging for wine country exploration. "A shuttle stops at the park to take people into town for dinner if they don't want to drive after drinking," notes Jeanna J.
Amenities variety: Cloverdale/Healdsburg KOA offers cabins with multiple recreation options. "The electric scooters are pretty fun, and the paddle boats too. There's a store, pool, pond, bathrooms, cabins, disc golf etc," shares April H.
River views: River Bend Resort cabins offer scenic water views. "Beach front access where the river does a nice bend. There is every type of camp spot, river front RV, tent, back your overland rig and camp off your tailgate. They even have cabins and a whole home you can rent on the property," explains Jeff A.
Family activities: Johnson's Beach provides cabin options with multiple recreation facilities. "Great spot in the middle of town. Walking distance from all shops and bars while still on the river. Friendly staff, friendly neighbors," states Isaac F.
Budget-friendly: Cabins at Bothe-Napa Valley State Park offer wine country lodging at lower costs. "We have rented at this campground many times. Never had any trouble getting a reservation in spring or fall. Camping here leaves lots of money for food and wine splurges!" says Susan H.
Seasonal access: Some cabin facilities have limited access during winter months. "Getting to the campground is easier in the summer because there is a bridge that goes over the river, making it a shorter drive. In the winter, the bridge is removed, so you have to go through the town of Cloverdale and back track, adding about 15-20 minutes to your trip," explains April H. about Cloverdale/Healdsburg KOA.
Internet connectivity: Cabin internet varies widely between locations. "Internet. Verizon via iPhone 12: 26 mbps down and 0.40 mbps up with 34 ms ping. T-Mobile via Nighthawk MR-1100 - 4.24 mbps down and 16.9 up with 159 ping," details Mea H. about Kelsey Creek Campground.
Utility limitations: Cabins at most locations have limited utilities. "Spaces are all 30 amp with no sewer hookups. Many spaces are very narrow/tight and uphill from your neighbor. The asphalt of many spots is crumbling along the edges," notes Derek & Alex W. about Thousand Trails Russian River.
Pet restrictions: Some cabins prohibit pets or have strict rules. "Russian River is right out front of the campground. They offer kayaks canoes, and whatever else you want to rent however, if you have a dog, they don't allow the dog on the beach or in the boat with you and they're not allowed to stay behind in the tent," explains Leafe Z. about Johnson's Beach.
Kid-friendly activities: Casini Ranch Family Campground cabins provide numerous children's options. "They have an insane amount of kids activities! Face paining, s'mores campfire, hay ride, parks, kareoke- just to name a few! Easily one of our fav campgrounds!" recommends Miya B.
Playground access: River Bend Resort offers family-oriented cabin stays. "The private beach is great for kids (and adults). Easy swimming without a strong current. Lots of shallows but a deep swimming hole area for adults too. There are several playgrounds which are fun for kids. And an arcade," says H L.
Family spacing needs: Consider cabin locations carefully for larger groups. "Spent the weekend with family (10 kids, 6 adults) at Casini Ranch for a couple birthdays. Kids were busy the whole time, riding bikes and scooters, playing on the jump pillow, feeling the animals. Sites are HUGE! We had plenty of room for our trailer, tent, corn hole, and more," shares Dustin C.
Swimming safety: Lake Sonoma cabin rentals often have lake access but varying swim conditions. "A little run down but my four year old did not care! Lots for kids to do. Pool, fishing pond, playground, hiking trails," notes Jeanne D. about Cloverdale/Healdsburg KOA.
Site selection strategy: Thousand Trails Russian River cabins provide alternatives when RV sites are challenging. "I am reasonably ok at backing in my travel trailer but this place is a mess. I parked in wrong spot, moved to the right one, the power pedestal did not work. Camp worker in golf cart picked me up and checked pedestal. No good," shares Andrew.
Camp store convenience: Cabins at Cloverdale/Healdsburg KOA offer shopping access for supplies. "Nice, clean, well kept KOA. Bathrooms and clubhouse are a little dated. Clubhouse is closed (covid) as well as hot tub. I think the pool is open but it's been too chilly to go see," reports Scott K.
Parking configurations: Cabins sometimes offer better parking than RV sites. "Tough sites. The camp side on most is terrible. My wife has mobility issues so I would not stay here again. Staff was great, area looks nice, but the sites I saw leave something to be desired," notes Andrew about Thousand Trails Russian River.
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