Top Tent Camping near Livermore, CA

Searching for a tent camping spot near Livermore? The Dyrt can help you find the best tent campsites for your next trip. Whether you're looking for a quiet, dispersed site or an established camgpround with amenities, The Dyrt makes it easy to find the perfect place to pitch your tent.

Best Tent Sites Near Livermore, CA (37)

    Camper-submitted photo from Morgan Territory Regional Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Morgan Territory Regional Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Morgan Territory Regional Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Morgan Territory Regional Preserve
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    Camper-submitted photo from Ben Ries Campground - Butano State Park - CLOSED FOR FIRES
    Camper-submitted photo from Ben Ries Campground - Butano State Park - CLOSED FOR FIRES
    Camper-submitted photo from Ben Ries Campground - Butano State Park - CLOSED FOR FIRES
    Camper-submitted photo from Ben Ries Campground - Butano State Park - CLOSED FOR FIRES
    Camper-submitted photo from Ben Ries Campground - Butano State Park - CLOSED FOR FIRES
    Camper-submitted photo from Ben Ries Campground - Butano State Park - CLOSED FOR FIRES

    2. Ben Ries Campground - Butano State Park - CLOSED FOR FIRES

    18 Reviews
    46 Photos
    61 Saves

    Ben Ries Campground

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Group

    $35 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Carnegie State Vehicular Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Joseph D Grant County Park - Horse Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Joseph D Grant County Park - Horse Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Joseph D Grant County Park - Horse Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Joseph D Grant County Park - Horse Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Joseph D Grant County Park - Horse Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Joseph D Grant County Park - Horse Camp

    4. Joseph D Grant County Park - Horse Camp

    4 Reviews
    26 Photos
    41 Saves

    Hikers and equestrians have access to an extensive 51 mile trail system. Mountain bikes are permitted on over 75% of the park's trails as designated. The diverse trail system at the park makes this a popular place to stage large-scale organized trail events such as equestrian endurance rides, mountain bike events and foot races. Dogs are also allowed on the trails, picnic areas, and campgrounds as long as they are on a 6 ft. leash. Shaded picnic areas are available on a first-come first-served basis. Campers can choose from almost forty (40) reservable family campsites. Hot showers are available with paid campsite use. Group picnic and youth camping areas are available by reservation. One large lake and several smaller ponds are accessible for warm water fishing. Fires are permitted in designated fire rings only. Do not gather wood. Extinguish fires when unattended. When posted "NO FIRES", only campstoves or gas grills are permitted. For further questions please call the park office: (408) 274-6121.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian

    $15 - $400 / night

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      Camper-submitted photo from Sunrise - Angel Island State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Sunrise - Angel Island State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Sunrise - Angel Island State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Sunrise - Angel Island State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Sunrise - Angel Island State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Sunrise - Angel Island State Park

      6. Sunrise - Angel Island State Park

      9 Reviews
      21 Photos
      259 Saves

      In the middle of San Francisco Bay sits Angel Island State Park, offering spectacular views of the San Francisco skyline, the Marin Headlands and Mount Tamalpais. The island is also alive with history. Three thousand years ago the island was a fishing and hunting site for Coastal Miwok Indians. It was later a haven for Spanish explorer Juan de Ayala, a cattle ranch, and a U.S. Army post. From 1910 to 1940, the island processed thousands of immigrants. During World War II, Japanese and German POWs were held on the island, which was also used as a jumping-off point for American soldiers returning from the Pacific. In the '50s and '60s, the island was home to a Nike missile base. Today, there are two active Coast Guard stations - at Point Blunt and Point Stuart - on the island. Angel Island became a State Park in 1958.

      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Group
      • Standard (Tent/RV)
      • Tent Cabin

      $30 / night

      Camper-submitted photo from Castle Rock Trail Camp
      Camper-submitted photo from Castle Rock Trail Camp
      Camper-submitted photo from Castle Rock Trail Camp
      Camper-submitted photo from Castle Rock Trail Camp
      Camper-submitted photo from Castle Rock Trail Camp
      Camper-submitted photo from Castle Rock Trail Camp

      7. Castle Rock Trail Camp

      8 Reviews
      18 Photos
      256 Saves

      Castle Rock State Park is a land of sculpted sandstone, lush forests, and sweeping vistas. From one of the highest ridges in the Santa Cruz Mountains, park visitors enjoy hiking, backpacking, and horseback riding. Rock climbers explore the park's caverns and rocks, including the namesake Castle Rock. Plant-lovers come for California black oaks, knobcone pines, and high-elevation coast redwoods. The park’s 34 miles of rugged trails conveniently connect to an extensive trail system that links the Santa Clara and San Lorenzo valleys to nearby Big Basin Redwoods State Park and open space preserves on the Skyline to the Sea Trail. The Castle Rock Trail Camp is open year round on a first-come, first-serve basis. The campground is a 2.5 mile (4 kilometer) hike from the parking area and you will have to carry all of your equipment into the camp. Castle Rock Trail Camp has trash receptacles, bathrooms, and 20 campsites with picnic tables and fire rings. Wood is available for sale during the wet season. Fires are not allowed during fire season. Camping is permitted only in designated camps. Campers are required to be in their campsites from sunset to 6 a.m. To register and pay your fees, check in at the Entrance Station at the Castle Rock parking lot. If you arrive when the station is not staffed, you can use the self-registration envelopes. Make sure you bring exact change or a check to use in case you must use the self-registration. Place your receipt on the dashboard in a visible place as proof of payment. Rangers will verify payment. For more information about camping and fire closure dates, please call Castle Rock State Park at (408) 867-2952. For more information and reservations for Waterman Gap Trail Camp, please visit the Santa Cruz Mountain State Parks Backcountry Trail Camp Page.

      • Fires
      • Tents
      • Standard (Tent/RV)
      • Dispersed
      • Trash
      • Picnic Table

      $8 / night

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        Camper-submitted photo from Joseph D. Grant County Park
        Camper-submitted photo from Joseph D. Grant County Park
        Camper-submitted photo from Joseph D. Grant County Park
        Camper-submitted photo from Joseph D. Grant County Park
        Camper-submitted photo from Joseph D. Grant County Park
        Camper-submitted photo from Joseph D. Grant County Park
        Camper-submitted photo from Uvas Canyon County Park
        Camper-submitted photo from Uvas Canyon County Park
        Camper-submitted photo from Uvas Canyon County Park
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        10. Uvas Canyon County Park

        9 Reviews
        53 Photos
        300 Saves
        • Pets
        • Fires
        • Phone Service
        • Reservable
        • ADA Access
        • Tents

        $34 / night

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      Recent Tent Reviews In Livermore

      624 Reviews of 37 Livermore Campgrounds


      • Cloey J.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Skyline Wilderness Park
        Oct. 19, 2024

        Skyline Wilderness Park

        Beautiful location

        Beautiful view we were in campsite 40. A beautiful view of vineyards and the sunset and people riding their horses. So calm and beautiful and so many activities here to do. Also there is showers, bathrooms, and hookups, we love this place. Only 8 mins from downtown Napa

      • UThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Coyote Valley RV Resort
        Oct. 16, 2024

        Coyote Valley RV Resort

        Buttoned up, formal atmosphere RV resort

        High priced. Nice people at desk. Damon who helped us park was very friendly. Almost entirely high-priced big rigs, some of whom seem settled here but it's clean, 'orderly,' very quiet. Rigid rules keep the order; nice that no political flags/signs allowed. 2 dog parks and lots of grassy areas to take for a walk. Showers in locker-room/bldg, bathrooms nice and clean. Green grass. Also has laundry with 2.50 wash and.25 dry for 8 min. Skunk wandered by site in the night. Cool train sounds from nearby tracks at night. Was probably the most convenient to San Jose, otherwise we likely would've been in mtns. and too far away from town for our needs at the time. Would not be a regular choice for us.

      • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from New Brighton State Beach
        Sep. 30, 2024

        New Brighton State Beach

        Love it here

        There are a ton of reviews for this place already so I will try to keep it short and only add info that I didn't see mentioned in previous reviews.

        Showers are $0.25 per min ($0.50 min to start).  You don't get to adjust water temp, but it was pleasantly hot. Showers are non-gendered and individual.

        Dump station is no longer free; all California State Parks are charging $10 to dump now, even for campers.  You pay at the dump site with a credit card. There are 4 dump holes and a potable water fill as well.

        We love staying here as it's so convenient to Capitola. We were able to park our RV in Capitola and walk to the shops. We got last minute reservations (it's really hard to book a site here in the summer), but had to move sites in between days, and so we used that 2 hour block between noon checkout and 2pm checkin to drive the RV to Capitola. It seemed like it would have been too much of a hassle to try and get to move to the new spot before checkin, so this worked out fine.

        We love all the state parks along the beach in California, and I'm sure we'll be back at some point.

      • CJ S.
        Camper-submitted photo from Enchanted Forest Mountain Redwood Retreat
        Sep. 8, 2024

        Enchanted Forest Mountain Redwood Retreat

        Not great for the price

        The pictures here are very deceiving. Driving in, the first 4 campsites are occupied by broken down trailers, an overturned couch and broken BBQ pits. We stayed in site #6 which was probably one of the best sites. Great shade and car was able to be parked nearby (you walk down non-maintained "stairs" with rotted tree branches as the steps).  

        Overall, I had high hopes based on the description here especially reading: "Our onsite staff will go around and enforce the rules." but this is clearly a non-maintained campground that was probably very nice 45 years ago. No hiking trails are maintained, the bathrooms are "rustic" which is fine--nice to have running water when you've got little ones to clean. But the floors were rotted and I was afraid we'd step through the floorboards. 

        If you are a true car camper who can lock your doors at night, this is probably the spot for you. Running water, showers and washing machine. If you are a tent camper with small kids like me, this is not where you want to stay. I'm disappointed I paid the price I did to stay here, I'd pay $25/night because this is essentially a parking space in a poorly maintained campground.

      • Sean Z.
        Camper-submitted photo from Anthony Chabot Regional Park
        Sep. 2, 2024

        Anthony Chabot Regional Park

        Great time inconvenienced by yellow jackets

        We love to camp here for barbecuing, mountain biking and hiking. We always do it during 7/4 holidays except for this year when the park canceled our reservation due to high heat. So we booked for the Labor Day weekend. Temperature was perfect and biking and hiking were enjoyable as usual. This year we had two new types of visitors to the the site. A couple of wild turkeys came to pick up the dropped food on the ground. We were able to take a closeup look at them and they were beautiful birds with big eyes spotting tiny bits of crumbs. They come and go from one site to the next quietly and gently. Very cute and we took pictures with their presence. Then came the aggressive yellow jackets. We never had yellow jackets in our previous 7/4 outings here. Oh boy, they fought for the meat relentlessly. At the end of the outing, both my finger and my wife’s were stung. We reported the experience to the attendant at the gate when leaving. She said the park is looking for a solution. In the meantime, she suggested contacting them early on so they might be able to provide another site. Hopefully, next year, we won’t encounter so many nasties.

      • Jason M.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Gilroy Garlic USA RV Park
        Aug. 25, 2024

        Gilroy Garlic USA RV Park

        Great Layover

        We had a quick three-day trip here to visit family. The pool is small, yet well-kept and we had it to ourselves every time we went each day. The park was perfect for the kids biking around through the short- and long-term areas.

      • Vincent B.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from New Brighton State Beach
        Jul. 23, 2024

        New Brighton State Beach

        Good spot with availability

        Despite the website showing every site booked, we drove in about 4 pm to a decent number of sites. Entry ranger was available pretty late. Site was $35 I believe, and has paid showers and restrooms. Site had a fire pit, paved parking for a larger vehicle, table and decent amount of shade. Lots of families and lots of kids. Cool weather along the beach, can't ask for much more.

      • MThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Enchanted Forest Mountain Redwood Retreat
        Jul. 9, 2024

        Enchanted Forest Mountain Redwood Retreat

        This was an excellent getaway

        Booked this as a last minute escape from the heat where I live and it didn’t disappoint. Towering Coastal Redwoods provide for tons of shade and really nice campsites. Definitely a dry time of year but there were still some beautiful wildflowers to be seen. There’s a lovely easy trail that takes you to a stream along a mostly shaded path. I imagine that during the spring you’ll get a greater runoff but it was still really nice. Saturday was pretty bust with campers but Sunday was almost all vacant so it felt like I had the whole place to myself and the wildlife showed up. The hosts were communicative and descriptions and directions were great. Zero cell service with Verizon but it was nice to just unplug. I would definitely recommend this one. Happy camping!

      • Michelle W.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Coyote Lake Harvey Bear Ranch County Park
        Jun. 17, 2024

        Coyote Lake Harvey Bear Ranch County Park

        So many animals and birds

        I had a big spot and no neighbors my entire half of the campground on a Monday night in June. I was under 2 big oaks that were buzzing with bird activity.
        The bathrooms were clean and I had water on my site. I had some AT&T service.

      • Lori L.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Snug Harbor RV Park & Marina
        Jun. 13, 2024

        Snug Harbor RV Park & Marina

        Loved it

        My husband and I stayed for two nights. It is difficult to get to when in an RV towing Two skis (still haven’t found out if the ferry can take vehicles that are towing) , but it was worth the drive. It is an older park, but the bathroom was clean (and free) , there is a fantastic beach, the managers were super friendly, and best of all….. our RV window looked out over our very own doc!

      • Lori T.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Mount Madonna
        May. 28, 2024

        Mount Madonna

        Great Campground

        Loved everything about this campground! Registration online was really easy as was the check-in process. We stayed in Valley View 1, site 106. There was really no road noise at our site, though a few sites further around the loop did have noise. This particular site has a trail leading directly to the vast network of hiking trails. Huge bonus for us and we were pleasantly surprised that not one person used our site as a cut through. On the subject of hiking, this is a county park that allows dogs on ALL the trails. It’s hard to find that sometimes so we greatly appreciated how dog friendly it was. We didn’t actually encounter anyone else as we hiked, so I can’t attest to whether folks follow the rule that dogs must be on a 6 ft lead on the trails, but they certainly did in the campground. There are quite a few trails that are currently closed due to storm damage, but crews were actively working on them.

        While the sites are a little close to each other, those on the outside of the loop had a great deal of privacy. Inner loop sites have none, but would be great if you were camping with friends. We didn’t use the restrooms or showers, but peeked in them anyway. Like everything else in this campground, they were clean and well maintained.

        The RV sites have both water and electric hookups which was great! There is a very convenient FREE dump station just inside the entrance to the park that we used as we departed.

        Our friends stayed in one of the yurts and it was great, albeit a little cold for them at night. I believe there are 2 dog friendly yurts. 106RV

        What a gem of a campground! We’ll definitely come back!

        Important to note that you can actually get a cell signal if you walk to the dump station!

      • Alma L.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Del Valle Regional Park
        May. 28, 2024

        Del Valle Regional Park

        Distance from home was the highlight

        I had a very different take on this place than the others. The RV spot was a fair distance from the neighboring spots, it was low-density, quite, all good qualities, but there was very little see or do near the loop. There were no hikes suitable for young kids as far as I could tell. There was a little store for ice cream and camping supplies and dump station on the loop.  HOWEVER, WARNING: the road around the campground looks wide but there are boulders every 10 feet or so making it insanely hard to back into our spot - and we had only a 22ft trailer! I can't see myself coming back here. The maps do accurately depict the relatively narrow space you have for back in spots. Once we were in, it was fine.  The pedestal and sewer set-up was just fine. No issues there. It's just not worth the hassle. 

        As for the park/water part of the park, well, it was covered in garbage from the day-trippers. It was packed and only accessible by driving to it. Truly not a place I wanted to BBQ or picnic at.  Cars, people, dogs, loud music, and garbage. A gross diaper on the shore.     We took a very nice hike starting at the dog run. That was beautiful, but not worth the trip.

        I didn't bother to photograph our site. There were all adequate, just avoid back in site here. There are so many better places to visit.  I checked this off the list, no reason to return. I don't believe there was reception either from the campsite.

        Last thing, we peaked in on the cabins in our loop. They looks very nice and maintained.

      • N
        Camper-submitted photo from Carnegie State Vehicular Recreation Area
        May. 3, 2024

        Carnegie State Vehicular Recreation Area

        1 Night

        We stayed 1 night and it was perfect. The staff was very nice and the place was clean and quiet. There are toilets and showers on the campground and it only cost 10$!

        the campsite is perfect for traveling through and getting a night's sleep.

      • Tina M.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Thousand Trails Morgan Hill
        Apr. 26, 2024

        Thousand Trails Morgan Hill

        Good location

        We liked the surrounding area and gorgeous rolling hills and while we were able to get a good spot it was not a campground that stood out too much to us. The pool is great though it was too cold to use it while we were there. No sewer hook up but dump station was close from our side. Overall happy with the stay

      • Tony G.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Big Basin Redwoods State Park (Temporarily Closed)
        Apr. 18, 2024

        Big Basin Redwoods State Park (Temporarily Closed)

        Closed to camping

        Big Basin is unfortunately closed to camping. You can't even bring a trailer in for day use as parking is very limited. This is due to a fire a few years back that devastated the park and completely burned down all structures, including ranger station, store, and all restrooms.

        It is a shame because it is/was a fantastic place.

      • Joseph G.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Kirby Cove Campground — Golden Gate National Recreation Area
        Mar. 15, 2024

        Kirby Cove Campground — Golden Gate National Recreation Area

        Great Location with AMAZING Views

        My family and I spent two nights at campsite #5.  We had a really great experience here!

        We visited Kirby in March 2024 and the weather was not as bad as I thought it would be.  The temperature was in the 50's for the most part.  There was decent amount of wind but not enough to make a stink about.  I was comfortable in pants and a sweatshirt the whole time, never had to break out my jacket.  During the day, it was warm enough to wear a t-shirt.  It rained a little bit overnight both nights we were there but we were equipped to deal with the conditions.

        Each site has three square shaped wood-framed plots to pitch your tent on.   Two of them are covered in a bed of rocks and one of them was raised about two feet off the ground.  The third plot on our site did not have rocks.  I would recommend bringing a tent footprint to prevent the rocks from damaging the bottom of your tent.   Our site's fire ring was equipped with a thick steel BBQ grate that swivels laterally over the fire ring.  Our fire ring's grate covered a good portion of the fire ring so it was useful for cooking.  I'd like to note that not all campsites are equipped with the same style of fire ring as our site had.  Campsite #5 also had three picnic tables (two of them were bolted to the ground, one of them was not) and a bearproof storage container.

        The campgrounds itself is relatively small (only 5 overnight sites).  You will receive a gate code emailed to you upon reservation which you will need to unlock a gate that leads you down a long dirt road to the bottom of a valley where the campgrounds are located.  The parking lot is sort of small but finding a spot wasn't an issue.  The parking lot is sitting on top of a hill, overlooking the entire campgrounds.  The sites themselves aren't too far away from the parking lot, but hauling your gear back uphill to your vehicle after camping a couple nights can be tiresome.  There are a few pit toilets scattered throughout the campgrounds that were relatively clean.  There is no running water at Kirby, so make sure you bring enough water!  The old military ruins (I believe from the late 1800's)  were also cool to explore.  The views of the Golden Gate and the city are breathtaking.  We got to watch between 10-12 large shipping vessels float in and out of the bay, very cool!  

        All in all, we loved our stay at Kirby and will definitely be camping there again during the warmer months!



      Guide to Livermore

      Camping near Livermore, California, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are several campgrounds to check out.

      What to do:

      What campers like:

      • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. A review for Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Campground stated, "Showers and toilets looked clean," which is always a plus when camping.
      • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Many families enjoy the welcoming vibe at New Brighton State Beach Campground. One reviewer mentioned, "Lots of families and lots of kids," making it a great place for kids to play.
      • Peaceful Environment: Campers often highlight the tranquility of Samuel P. Taylor State Park Campground. A visitor said, "It was quiet and peaceful," perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle.

      What you should know:

      • Limited Privacy: Some campgrounds, like Olema Campground, have sites that are close together. A camper noted, "No privacy but spacious for a private RV park," so be prepared for neighbors.
      • Weather Considerations: Be ready for changing weather conditions. One camper at Samuel P. Taylor State Park Campground mentioned, "It rained during our trip," so pack accordingly.
      • Wildlife Encounters: Expect to see wildlife, especially at campgrounds like Anthony Chabot Regional Park. A visitor shared, "A couple of wild turkeys came to pick up the dropped food," which can be fun but also requires vigilance with food.

      Tips for camping with families:

      • Play Areas: Look for campgrounds with designated play areas for kids. Olema Campground has a space where "lots of space for kids to play," making it a great choice for families.
      • Plan for Activities: Choose campgrounds that offer various activities. One family at New Brighton State Beach Campground enjoyed "beachcombing, sunbathing, swimming," which kept everyone entertained.
      • Check Amenities: Make sure to check the amenities available. A camper at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Campground appreciated the "hot water and good water pressure" in the bathrooms.

      Tips from RVers:

      Camping near Livermore, CA, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. With beautiful campgrounds and plenty of activities, you're sure to have a great time outdoors!

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