Best Campgrounds near Los Alamitos, CA

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Best Camping Sites Near Los Alamitos, California (156)

    1. Bolsa Chica State Beach Campground

    19 Reviews
    Huntington Beach, CA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (714) 846-3460

    $60 - $70 / night

    "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."

    "Super convenient beach front parking with good restrooms and outdoor showers as well as a beach path perfect for walking, biking, rollerblading, etc."

    2. Golden Shore RV Resort

    13 Reviews
    Signal Hill, CA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (562) 435-4646

    $80 - $85 / night

    "However, you do get some road noise if you stay on the road side"

    "Clean, comfortable sites near Long Beach Marina and downtown. Good biking, walking lanes. Pool & jacuzzi are nice."

    3. Anaheim Harbor RV Park

    13 Reviews
    Anaheim, CA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (714) 535-6495

    $55 - $70 / night

    "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."

    4. Newport Dunes RV Resort

    26 Reviews
    Newport Beach, CA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 765-7661

    $75 - $550 / night

    "As we expected, the sites are stacked up next to each other like dominoes with minimal foliage/fencing to separate the sites."

    "There's a nice bike trail that circles around the bay, which is great for kids. Also, lots of amenities for families, including playgrounds, water toys, movie nights and fire pits."

    5. Seabreeze At Seal Beach

    9 Reviews
    Seal Beach, CA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (562) 626-7504

    "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"

    "Very clean, cement slab, walking paths well lit and near to many areas to explore. Wetlands on the base and birds galore."

    6. Waterfront RV Park

    12 Reviews
    Huntington Beach, CA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (714) 536-8316

    "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."

    7. Orangeland RV Park

    9 Reviews
    Anaheim, CA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (714) 633-0414

    $75 - $90 / night

    "Anaheim transit makes on-demand stops her to Disneyland as well as Garden Walk. Very helpful, friendly staff. Many residents mixed with overnight era or vacationers. "

    "First time staying here, it will be our place to stay in California."

    8. Moro Campground — Crystal Cove State Park

    35 Reviews
    Laguna Beach, CA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 444-7275

    $25 - $75 / night

    "Luckily Booked last minute on reserve California (the worst web thing ever) on site 49. Looks like there is a oven view from every site. Close to beach and shopping."

    "There is an elementary school adjacent to the campground so you get a few PA announcements to start your day.

    There is a small visitor's center on site."

    9. Bonelli Bluffs

    38 Reviews
    South El Monte, CA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 599-8355

    $76 - $88 / night

    "⭐⭐⭐⭐

    Our experience at Bonelli Bluffs Campground was mostly positive, but there were a couple of aspects that could be improved."

    "The views around the outskirts of B loop are just lovely, the staff has been so friendly and helpful (we’re RV newbies and had a ton of questions) the store was stocked with all of the little things we"

    10. Los Alamitos Army Campground

    2 Reviews
    Los Alamitos, CA
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (562) 795-2128

    $23 - $33 / night

    "Conveniently located next to the laundry and grill (the salmon is great!)."

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Recent Reviews near Los Alamitos, CA

1068 Reviews of 156 Los Alamitos Campgrounds


  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 23, 2025

    Malibu Creek State Park Campground

    Great trip/great site!

    This place is great! We stayed on site 59 and it had so much space you can fit a ton of people on the site. We had a beautiful, big tree and a great view in the back of the site. Site 62 had the most beautiful view but no shade, but I want to book it for the cooler months. Showers and bathrooms were pristine!! Can’t wait to go back!

  • Wayne S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Applewhite Campground (Ca) — San Bernardino National Forest

    Nice little park

    Very small campground. Camping sites are spread out. The access road is very narrow. We did it with a 22 foot fifth wheel. Space 41 could hold a much longer rig but it would be a challenge even getting to that space. There were only two other campers here while we were here. Lots of trees but not so thick you dont get some sun. The road getting to the campgrounds is somewhat narrow and has some hairpin turns so again it might be difficult for someone with a long trailer We camped at Applewhite Campground in a Fifth Wheel.

  • Michael R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 10, 2025

    Malibu Creek State Park Campground

    Malibu Creek State Park

    The campground is well laid out with plenty of shade available in most sites throughout the day. Sites aren’t too close to one another, restrooms are modern and clean and people were pretty quiet at night and in the early mornings. Main demographic was families when I camped here.

  • ROCKSTAR C.
    Aug. 7, 2025

    Hare School Park

    It’s the sports fields parking lot

    I’ve been here for a couple days and nobody’s mess with us. There’s other people that are staying in another parking lot attached that are homeless in their vehicles mostly cars and vans. I’m in a 25 foot Fleetwood RV. There’s a dog park kind of area with a big field they can run around and just clean up after them.There’s no public bathrooms, but there are trash cans so clean up after yourself please. It’s not tent friendly. I don’t believe.

  • Lizzette M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 7, 2025

    Hollywood RV Park

    Gem near the big city

    I came 3 days ago in my class C. Showers and restrooms were clean and supplied. The RV is cute very Hollywood movies vibes. Trees lovely gardens to walk the dogs. Commerce walking distance. I’m staying 8 more days.✌️

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 3, 2025

    Canyon RV Park

    Relaxed, clean, friendly, infor.ative, quiet

    Been passing this exit on the 91 freewqy for 25 years and had no idea canyon Rv park was tucked in beween corona and yorba linda. I was quite amazed with the tidy faculitie a d wqs very peacefull. When U are smake dab in the middle of asfalt jungle. I litteraly forgot where i was because its like a little bubble on you .exot the freeway a d e ter the park everything behind you just melts away and i felt like i was in the woods, and at times i swear i was the only camper here. If you are into easy going peacefull quite camp sites this is one of them


Guide to Los Alamitos

Camping near Los Alamitos, California, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a beachside retreat or a mountain escape, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Beach Access: Enjoy the sun and surf at Thornhill Broome Beach — Point Mugu State Park. Campers love the beachfront spots, with one reviewer saying, "Really a special spot. Not crowded and a place you can rarely camp beachfront in Southern California."
  • Hiking and Biking: Explore trails at Sycamore Canyon Campground — Point Mugu State Park. A visitor noted, "Great location. Less than 1/2 mile to the beach, hiking and MTB/gravel trails accessible from the campground."
  • Fishing and Water Sports: Head to Lake Perris State Recreational Area Campground for fishing and boating. One camper shared, "Great overall experience, campgrounds are general and basic. A little more irrigation for the plants and trees might not hurt to green up a little dried."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness at Dogwood Campground. A reviewer mentioned, "The place is clean and quiet. Our camp site was very spacious."
  • Spacious Sites: Many enjoy the roomy sites at San Mateo Campground — San Onofre State Beach. One visitor said, "There are mature trees between every campsite that provide privacy between sites."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often highlight the helpfulness of campground hosts. At Bonelli Bluffs, a camper noted, "Personnel very kind and friendly."

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Thornhill Broome Beach, have minimal facilities. A camper pointed out, "No water, no dump station, only portable bathrooms on site from what we can see."
  • Noise Levels: Be prepared for noise at places like Doheny State Beach Campground. One camper mentioned, "Music way too loud... I'm just not going there."
  • Crowded on Weekends: Many campgrounds can get busy, especially on weekends. A visitor at Lake Perris State Recreational Area said, "The campground itself is pretty nice... but the lack of rangers made it hard to enjoy."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Spacious Sites: Look for campgrounds with larger sites, like San Mateo Campground. A family camper noted, "The campground is setup as a bunch of loops with a large common area between the rear of every campsite."
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to have activities planned, especially at places like Moro Campground — Crystal Cove State Park. One camper said, "The campground was perfectly situated just off the PCH on a scenic piece of beach."
  • Pack Snacks and Drinks: Having food on hand is essential, especially if you're at a campground without a market. A camper at Bonelli Bluffs mentioned, "Park clean and well maintained, but no market."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site dimensions, especially at Sycamore Canyon Campground. A reviewer said, "The spaces are pretty small, so they are not meant for large RVs."
  • Bring Your Own Wi-Fi: Many campgrounds have spotty cell service. A visitor at Point Mugu State Park noted, "No T-Mobile wifi... I was able to stream music, text and some internet."
  • Use Dump Stations Wisely: Be aware of dump station availability, as some campgrounds may have limited access. A camper at Lake Perris State Recreational Area mentioned, "Dump site was out of order... but it was fixed the following day."

Camping near Los Alamitos, California, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RVer seeking adventure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Los Alamitos, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Los Alamitos, CA offers a wide range of camping options, with 156 campgrounds and RV parks near Los Alamitos, CA and 5 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Los Alamitos, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Los Alamitos, CA is Bolsa Chica State Beach Campground with a 3.9-star rating from 19 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Los Alamitos, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 5 free dispersed camping spots near Los Alamitos, CA.