Cabin camping near Loleta, California provides access to the redwood forests and coastal areas of Humboldt County. Located in California's northern coastal region, this area receives approximately 40 inches of annual rainfall, creating the moist environment needed for redwood growth. Winter temperatures typically range from 40-55°F while summer temperatures average 55-65°F, making the region suitable for camping year-round.
What to do
Hiking in redwood groves: Near Burlington Campground in Humboldt Redwoods State Park, visitors can explore old-growth redwood trails. "Plenty of hiking super close to the campground. We visited in Winter and had nearly the entire place to ourselves. Quiet and peaceful, perfect for the entire family," notes one camper at Humboldt Redwoods State Park.
Beach exploration: Agate Campground provides coastal access with tide pool exploration. "Beautiful views and tide pools to explore," reports one visitor at Agate Campground. The campground sits on bluffs overlooking the Pacific with trails leading down to the shoreline.
Swimming in the Eel River: During summer months, the river near Giant Redwoods RV & Cabin Destination offers swimming opportunities. "Our site backed up to the Eel river with Giants redwoods everywhere. The grounds were super clean and quiet. Just hung out at the beach the whole time," shares a camper who stayed at this location.
What campers like
Redwood immersion: The tent camping areas at Emerald Forest provide a complete redwood experience. "This is a really cool campground for tent campers. The sights are engulfed by giant redwoods and surrounded by ferns, moss and rainforest," mentions a camper at Emerald Forest Cabins & RV.
Clean facilities: Many cabin sites maintain well-kept amenities. "Clean restrooms. Courteous staff.. small store w/ a few things we needed. Close to lots of hiking," notes a visitor at Redwood Coast Cabins & RV Resort.
Quiet atmosphere: The more secluded cabin locations provide peaceful settings. "Quiet spot right off the highway. There's a cute general store for general supplies," states a camper about their experience at Emerald Forest. Most cabins maintain quiet hours starting at 10 PM.
What you should know
Seasonal variations: Winter camping in cabins provides a different experience. "Dark forest covered campsites with some privacy. We usually camp off season and this has kept campsites on the quiet side at night," explains a visitor to Humboldt Redwoods State Park.
Bathroom access codes: Some facilities require codes for access. "The bathrooms are locked and they give you a code to open them," notes one camper about Redwood Coast Cabins, indicating security measures at some locations.
Reservation requirements: Booking ahead is essential, especially for cabins. "We stopped through while passing Eureka on our way north and we're so happy that we did!" shares a traveler at Redwood Coast Cabins, emphasizing the importance of securing accommodations in advance.
Water quality considerations: Water at some locations contains minerals. At Stafford RV Park, one camper noted, "The water jug we had filled with their water was full of rusty red residue at the bottom," indicating the presence of iron in the water supply.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Several campgrounds offer play areas for children. "Children's play area was nice. Grassy areas needed mowing. Dog area had agility items for the dogs," reports a visitor at Redwood Coast Cabins.
Educational opportunities: Visitor centers provide learning experiences. "It's right next to the ranger station/visitor center and just a few minutes away from Miranda, where you can pick up some last minute supplies," notes a camper about Burlington Campground in Humboldt Redwoods State Park.
Cabin amenities for children: Different cabin types accommodate families of various sizes. "Site #17 is a Pull through site. Some look like permanent resident but quiet n stay to themselves. Adorable cabins to rent," mentions a visitor at Redwood Coast Cabins.
Activity centers: Some locations provide additional entertainment options. "They offer cabins, RV and tent sites. Additionally there is a Video Arcade, Horseshoe pit, dog park, celebration hall with board games/puzzles, a mini mart, playground, gazebo, and multiple bath/shower houses and laundry facilities," reports a camper about Riverwalk RV Park.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Choose locations based on noise considerations. "Sites 2-11 are very tight. We had campsite 9. It would have been acceptable if we weren't camped next to site 10," advises a camper about Emerald Forest, suggesting selecting sites away from permanent residents.
Utilities and hookups: Different cabins offer varying levels of services. "$30 a night for a nice and spacious and private campsite," notes a visitor at Agate Campground, indicating the baseline cost for standard accommodations.
Access considerations: Some cabin areas have specific vehicle restrictions. "In entering from 101, felt like we were coming into a business but park was out backs," mentions a camper about navigating to Redwood Coast Cabins.
