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Nice place, can be noisy as it is right next to downtown. Only one building with toilets and showers
Dog-Friendly Camping near Lawndale, CA
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Dockweiler Beach RV Park allows fires on the beach, a unique feature for pet owners seeking coastal camping near Lawndale. This oceanfront campground provides full hookups with pets welcome, though the spaces are configured in a parking lot style with RVs packed closely together. Golden Shore RV Resort in Long Beach and Malibu Creek State Park Campground also accommodate pets with varying amenities. Most pet-friendly sites have standard requirements including leashes and waste cleanup, with dedicated areas for dog walking along paved paths. Bathroom facilities are generally clean, though some campers note occasional maintenance issues with women's showers. The campgrounds maintain quiet hours that help control barking and nighttime noise. Camping photos and user guides for Lawndale, California are available on The Dyrt.
Beach access makes these locations particularly appealing for dogs that enjoy water. The bike path near Dockweiler extends for miles in both directions, offering morning exercise opportunities for campers and their pets. Plane noise from nearby LAX presents the main drawback, though many visitors report quickly adjusting to the sound. Malibu Beach RV Park provides another oceanfront option with pet-friendly policies, while inland alternatives include Anaheim Harbor RV Park near major attractions. Clean restrooms and showers are standard at most facilities, though availability varies with some locations restricting bathroom access overnight. Nearby pet supply stores in El Segundo and Long Beach provide essentials for campers who need to restock during their stay. The gated entrance at Golden Shore creates a secure environment that many pet owners appreciate when camping with valuable equipment.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Lawndale (90)
1. Dockweiler Beach RV Park
"Really incredible location, was snow to book last minute by calling and checking for availability. Can't reserve by phone but was able to confirm availability."
"The most fantastic thing about this RV spot is the location - directly facing a large, beautiful, clean beach with built in fire rings, a very long bike bath and bike rental kiosk."
from $65 - $80 / night
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"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."
from $80 - $85 / night
Check Availability3. Malibu Creek State Park Campground
"The sites are fairly open and close to each other, so be prepared to hear everything, and because the campground is close to the city it is popular with groups and families."
"Also something to be aware of, they do not allow dogs, big bummer. Years ago, I saw dogs in the park, but the last time I went, they were not even allowed in. Otherwise it’s a very pretty place."
from $45 - $225 / night
Check Availability4. Malibu Beach RV Park
"Great location, spectacular views, kid & pet friendly. Lots of Extras! Best part is the kindness of the Malibu Beach RV Resort Staff.
Priceless!!!
Happy J Stewart"
"I absolutely love this campground, it’s perfectly situated in between the Malibu pier area (to your left) Dume, Zuma, and more beaches (to the right), + a lovely small beach across the street… oh let’s"
from $80 - $300 / night
Check Availability5. Seabreeze At Seal Beach
"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"
"If you are military affiliated and are looking for a great RV Park close to the beach/Disney/Universal don’t look any further! Everyone is friendly and you cannot beat the price!"
6. Bolsa Chica State Beach Campground
"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."
"The boardwalk was endless and great to walk the dog and go for a run! Restaurants all around to have dinner at!"
from $60 - $70 / night
Check Availability7. Canyon Campground — Leo Carrillo State Park Campground
"Wonderful area with good hiking spots, beach access for both you and your dogs."
"It was a quick drive up the coast and onto this hidden gem. You get access to a private beach with gorgeous California hill views of PCH behind you. Perfect place for families or even RVs."
from $45 - $60 / night
Check Availability8. Bonelli Bluffs
"Very clean, pet friendly.....great place for exercise, walking, biking, etc.. safe environment. Beautiful RV park."
"Dogs are not allowed out on the water, even if contained to your boat/kayak/canoe/etc, even if you strap your dog to you (she has a K9 sport sack just for this)."
from $76 - $88 / night
Check Availability9. Waterfront RV Park
"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."
10. Anaheim Harbor RV Park
"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."
from $70 - $95 / night
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Drive Time
- 8 min from Los Angeles, CA
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- 1 hr 38 min from Bakersfield, CA
- 1 hr 47 min from San Diego, CA
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Lawndale, CA
1061 Reviews of 90 Lawndale Campgrounds
- LLauren H.
ScoutHollywood RV Park
Quaint, super friendly staff, level campsites. Will definitely be back!!
- HHope H.
GuideHermit Gulch Campground
Overall Great!
This is a small campground with a lot of sites packed into it. Thankfully, it was not a full house for any of the days I was there. You can literally hear everything everyone says, every snore, every zipper, every time someone rolls over on their air mattress. There are no sites that are private. That said, I liked the place a lot.
The rangers were super nice and kept the bathrooms clean and stocked and calmly lit at night (not a blazing light). The showers were just the right temperature and cost 25 cents a minute (the first 60-90 seconds are waiting for the hot water).
Each site has access to a food/toiletry storage box. The upper loop sites have their own boxes (I think some of the lower loop sites share bigger boxes), and you can bring a lock (or buy one at Vons) and put anything you want in there or you can use the pay lockers (1.50).
You can definitely walk to town. It will take you 20 minutes, 30 if you are slower paced. The walk back is harder as it is up hill.
I do not recommend site 29, as it has no shade and it is no larger nor more private than the rest of the sites. My site was adjacent to 29 and shaded, the sites directly across from me had even more shade. There are lots of trees in the campground.
James W.TravelerMalibu Creek State Park Campground
Nice spot with great hiking. Limited facilities. No hookups. $1 for 2 minute shower (tokens).
- SSonali U.Traveler
Malibu Beach RV Park
I felt put down
Isolated, hurtful. I guess Surf Outpost is another name fo Malibu RV Park, or Malibu Beach RV Park, with the same address of 25801 PCH. I found them condescending, rude, with that look I get when I'm there but not welcome. Pay money, then leave, and if I leave well, then people don't need to admit to themselves they were brackishly rude, and can pretend they're having a nice day. It's Malibu. I thought it would be better. Then, in discussion, it became clear my impression was correct. I guess I'm too short, as my nose was not high enough. I'm really not exaggerating. Or I would have been welcome I'd been a better sort. Well, I'm honest, clean. I follow rules. Am quiet. I'm nice, inclusive. I pay the bills. But I have to also be the right sort? i was truly offended.
- SSonali U.Traveler
Caravan Mobile Home Park
If it’s there, I missed it.
I went there to see, before making a reservation. I found the trailer park—maybe 100 old mobile homes—but I never found an RV park. I didn’t see anything to see. The “pool” was empty. The office was locked, and it wasn’t lunch. Just kinda not happening. I left a message to call me with the answering service, but I never got a call back.
- SSonali U.Traveler
Valencia Travel Village
Very fine.
I was lucky to find this place. It’s well run, comfortable, friendly. Nice spots.
- SSonali U.Traveler
Orangeland RV Park
Nice place
Well maintained, nice folks, pleasant to talk with. I stayed there 2 months, and enjoyed it.
- SSonali U.Traveler
Dockweiler Beach RV Park
Stay Away—Terrible
They speak so highly of Dockweiler RV Park, but they forget to say that it has no WiFi, and poor cell phone reception as well. I reserved a space, they made me pay in advance for the whole 3 weeks. They helped me park the camper… avd they never said anything about no wifi. I feel the rv site has been misrepresented. “Oh, well, wifi works in the office, but not even 5 spaces away”. I live alone in my RV. No wifi means I’m sitting here alone in a dead RV. Lonely. Everyone has wifi, yet they don’t mention they don’t , nor even cell phone reception, usually. I get only 1 bar
Guide to Lawndale
Camping options near Lawndale, California range from beachfront RV parks to mountain canyon settings within 30 miles. The coastal region maintains mild year-round temperatures averaging 60-75°F, making it suitable for camping throughout all seasons. Traffic congestion can add significant travel time during peak hours when moving between campsites and nearby attractions.
What to do
Explore tide pools and caves: At Leo Carrillo State Park Campground, the beach offers excellent exploration opportunities about 10 minutes walking distance from most campsites. "The beach access is definitely the best part about this campground - it's about a 10-minute walk from most sites, and you can explore some amazing tide pools and caves once you get there. The kids loved searching for hermit crabs and sea anemones," shares Ryan W.
Biking along coastal paths: Extended bike routes run along several beaches, providing miles of paved paths. "The bike path near Dockweiler extends for miles in both directions, offering morning exercise opportunities," explains Ignasi M. Bringing a bike enhances transportation options between beaches and local attractions.
Enjoy wildlife viewing: Natural areas adjacent to campgrounds provide unexpected wildlife encounters. "Wildlife is abundant. There is plenty of birdwatching, and coyotes were wandering through the park and campground without fear. On a hike right out of the park a few hundred yards, I came across a pair of bobcats—mom and cub—making their way to a running creek," notes Ryan W. at Malibu Creek.
What campers like
Ocean proximity with full amenities: Waterfront RV Park provides quick beach access combined with campground facilities. "We really enjoyed this park... mainly due to the proximity to the beach areas. When we booked a trip to Huntington, our main priority was to get to the beach. Booking a site here at Waterfront, provided us an 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," shares Zach R.
Canyon shade in summer heat: Many campers appreciate the natural cooling shade at certain campgrounds. "The campground is tucked away in a beautiful canyon setting with lots of shade trees, which was really nice for keeping cool. Our site was spacious enough for our two tents and had a good fire pit and picnic table setup," explains Alfred about Leo Carrillo.
Clean facilities with security: Golden Shore RV Resort receives consistent praise for maintenance. "The grounds are kept in excellent condition - very clean and secure. The pool, showers, bathrooms are all spotless," notes Rachel P. The park also features "security is very good and felt very safe, especially considering the location."
What you should know
Nighttime noise factors: Various sound issues affect campgrounds differently. "You will hear each and every one of the planes taking off from LAX, but at one point you don't hear them anymore. It was not really annoying, but that flight at 5a was..." reports Ignasi M. At Huntington Beach locations, "do expect some road noise from the PCH. Friday/Saturday were the worst nights," adds Zach R.
Limited privacy between sites: Bonelli Bluffs and similar parks feature close spacing. "Good camp ground if you like being 6 ft away from your neighbors. More of a group or community campground. Shared fire pit and tables. Not the place to go if you are trying to get away from people," advises Michael S.
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