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$45 / night
"Great place to explore the California coast. Good level campground with reasonable amount of privacy. Showers cost $1 and you need a token."
"Fire puts when allowed by California. Russian River gets surprisingly warm during the summer."
"This campground is in Salt Point State Park north of Bodega Bay and Jenner on the California Coast."
$28 - $280 / night
"We’ve been here twice now, the second time we brought our dog. Pro/con: it’s first come first serve."
$43 / night
"There's nothing dramatically beautiful about this park, but if you like California country living - oaks, madrone, rolling hills, and lots of"
$30 / night
"Apparently lots of California state parks use tokens and you can “collect them all.” It’s 50¢ per token and one token gets you 2 minutes."
$45 / night
"This has been my experience throughout California. The parks here pale in comparison to Oregon and Florida."
"We stayed here for a night at the tail end of a December California adventure before flying out of SFO the next day."
$89 - $109 / night
"The small minor complaint is there are no off leash dog areas. There's plenty of space to walk the dogs and some doo doo bag stations."
$35 - $45 / night
"Extra fee for pets."
GuideThis KOA is pretty big with plenty of options for RV sites. Wide variety of full hook-ups or partial hook-ups. Like most (if not all) KOAs, you can also tent camp or tent cabins. Good size dog park for the pets to run and be free, as well as plenty of fun activities to entertain the kiddos. For us, this is a great spot to shoot down the highway and pull in for a few days to get away from the hustle and bustle of normal life! Close to downtown Petaluma with plenty of premium shops and restaurants.
TravelerCampsites are decently spaced for the type of campground. Awesome river access, and a short drive to restaurants or the beach. Clean bathrooms and a ton of amenities. The dog parks were clutch, since my dog needs to run. Had some neighbors who were really loud really late and Casini staff were all over it. Beautiful area not far from the bay
ScoutPros: Has numerous amenities including hot (free) showers (cleaned daily), flush toilets, full hookup RV spots, laundromat, US Post office, fenced playground, dog park, drive in tent sites, and firewood for sale. Cons: expensive, sites are close and poorly defined and the after hours check in procedure doesn’t prevent overlapping.
ScoutIt is a wonderful campground for familes with children and pets. We have a dog and two very young children. We had a blast there lots to do and see! On Sunday’s the farmers market is nextdoor so you can walk over!
Scoutcentrally located in within Anderson valley,so one can go for a hike and (cool off in the Navarro river), go next door and eat organic apple, and Saunders down 128 (<1/4 mile) and sip some wine at the Navarro winery. Big bonus for pet owner this park has trails that you can walk your dog on!
ScoutOur small group camped at the Lake Sonoma Marina campground and had a very spotty experience. There was no warning in their confirmation emails or website that there is NO WATER available at the campsite. Even the restrooms down at the marina state that the water from the taps is non-potable. You have to bring all of your water with you.
The portapotties were ok. Nothing great but nothing terrible.
The campground seems well maintained with the grass recently cut and poison oak only visible in small areas. The ground is not very flat so it was hard to find a great site for a tent.
The biggest problem was Saturday night when a large group came and took over two adjacent campsites. They brought lights and loud music with them and the lights and loud music stayed on until after midnight. This group finally turned off the speakers but continued shouting and screaming until 4 am.
There is NO NOISE CONTROL and no attempt to enforce campground rules. There is no one patrolling the campsite and no one to call at midnight to request help to stop the noise. Don't bother staying here overnight. Come for the day to the enjoy the lake but go home and get a good night's sleep after.
ScoutGreat playground, jumping pillow, petting farm and mining fun :)
GuideThis spot was a great little find. There is a trail from the campground to the park and beach area which is nice for a stroll. The campground is amongst the trees along the river. I would recommend the spots along the river over those on the inner side. Make sure to get a reservation in advance as it fills up. The spots are a little close together, but the big trees offer some separation. There is a pet fee of $2 per pet fyi.
GuideI've been to Liberty Glen 3 times, and even in peak season the campground is never full. 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. This is great for groups, especially if you have a few loud people in the mix because you can pick a more secluded site. Check their website for the latest update on if they have potable water on site, it can vary from year to year. Bathrooms are decently clean, with access to paid showers. Bring everything you need, the closest store is in Cloverdale, 20 minutes away. Overall the campground is scrubland with scattered oak trees throughout, the area near the amphitheater has more tree cover than the outer sites. There is also a playground on site, with multiple trails. When hiking in the area be aware of the local wild boar problem. Due to overpopulation, bow hunting of wild boars in the Lake Sonoma area is legal most of the year. There is also an archery range at a nearby area of the Lake. Check their website for the latest check in information, sometimes they want you to check in at the ranger station across the street from the Fish hatchery, sometimes you check in at the booth at the campground.
Camping with your furry friends near Lake Sonoma offers a fantastic opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors together. With several pet-friendly campgrounds in the area, you can explore nature while ensuring your pets have a great time too.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Lake Sonoma?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Lake Sonoma is Bodega Dunes Campground — Sonoma Coast State Park with a 4.2-star rating from 36 reviews.
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