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This is a great camp ground. Plenty of activities. Showers are clean, laundry room takes tap pay.
Cabin Camping near Los Altos Hills, CA
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Cabin accommodations near Los Altos Hills include rustic options at Mount Madonna County Park and more developed units at Santa Cruz North-Costanoa KOA. Most cabins provide basic furnishings including beds, tables, and heating systems, with electricity available at KOA locations. Cabin interiors typically feature wood paneling, providing a traditional forest retreat atmosphere while offering protection from the elements. A review noted that at Big Basin's tent cabins, "The beds are comfy and the wood burning stove is the only source of heat."
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay KOA Holiday offers family-sized cabin accommodations with more amenities than standard park cabins. Cotillion Gardens RV Park provides smaller cabin units suitable for couples or solo travelers. Most cabins require advance reservations, especially during summer months when availability becomes limited. Many locations permit pets in cabins for an additional fee, though restrictions may apply. One camper shared their experience at a KOA: "Really friendly and accommodating staff, clean park. Excellent experience."
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Cooking facilities vary widely between properties - some provide only outdoor fire rings while others offer indoor kitchenettes with basic appliances. Firewood is available for purchase at several locations including Santa Cruz KOA and Redwood Resort. Nearby general stores in Boulder Creek and Felton provide additional supplies. Cabins at Del Valle Campground include electricity and water hookups but limited kitchen amenities. A review mentioned that some locations offer packages that include "bedding, cooking utensils and firewood," making arrival more convenient.
Best Cabin Campgrounds near Los Altos Hills (20)
1. Lower Blooms Creek — Big Basin Redwoods State Park — CAMPGROUND CLOSED
"We got one of the tent cabins, which are just adorable and so cozy. The sites are nice and distanced from each other, bathrooms were in great shape and it was pet friendly."
"We stayed in a tent cabin at the Huckleberry campground which was nicer than we thought it would be. It had just the right amount of space for my wife and I, our two daughters and all our gear."
from $35 / night
Check Availability2. Costanoa Coastal Lodge & Campground
"The sites in the Eucalyptus loop where we were had back-in sites, with a paved driveway, and are level. The sites have a picnic table, a fire ring, and wood-fenced platforms."
"Once we figured it out, the late check in paperwork was detailed on how to find our space."
from $100 - $200 / night
Check Availability3. Cotillion Gardens RV Park
"Park is rustic, but has a lot of amenities and is very close to Santa Cruz. We visit family and friends in the area often, but this was the first time we camped in the area."
"Entrance is a little nerve racking on your first visit, but once your at your site you can relax. Bathrooms are a little dated, no cell service but good WiFi if your close to the office."
from $60 - $100 / night
Check Availability4. Del Valle Campground — East Bay Regional Park District
"It’s a cozy place with boat rentals! Plenty of shade and bathrooms available. Only reason got 4 star is the constant blue-green algae, making the water unavailable for swimming."
"Our campsite (#139) could have used some shade, but we had plenty of space and the views were awesome. Almost every site was occupied, but luckily everyone respected the quiet hours."
from $15 - $200 / night
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6. Redwood Resort RV Park & Campground
"Was able to book the night before and get the last full hookup spot."
from $55 - $75 / night
Check Availability7. Mount Madonna County Park
"There's something for everyone here, RVers, tenters, and those who want to rent tent cabins. There are plenty of trails to hike, as well as equestrian trails. No bikes on trails though."
"Location & Safety: Conveniently located between San Jose and Monterey - easy access off Highway 152. Felt completely safe throughout the stay."
8. Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay KOA Holiday
"General: So many options, including full hookup back-in or pull-thru sites, sites with just w/e, pet sites, nine different types of cabins, and tent sites."
"The small cabins are nice and I quite like them. This is a good place for hiking, but unfortunately there is not a lot more to do. You can go to Monterey and do things there though."
9. Seacliff State Beach
"All camping spots are adjacent to the 'boardwalk' beach path and the beach. Yes, your rig is within 20' of the beach at all campsites."
10. Thousand Trails Morgan Hill
"Great culture here - friendly, lots of things to do (pool, basketball, volleyball, horse shoes, playground, billiards, karaoke, tennis)."
"Dog park, nice showers, nice bathrooms, trails to walk your dog, nice people, quiet. I loved it here."
Drive Time
- 18 min from San Jose, CA
- 34 min from Santa Cruz, CA
- 37 min from San Francisco, CA
- 1 hr 7 min from Vallejo, CA
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Cabin Reviews near Los Altos Hills, CA
214 Reviews of 20 Los Altos Hills Campgrounds
- TTamatha B.Traveler
Treasure Island MH and RV Park
Henry in the office is amazing. Bathrooms are clean. laundry room very large and has many washers and dryers. Subway close walk, MUNI is at the park entrance. A gas station and Grocery store are both across the street.
- DDoug O.Traveler
Marina Dunes RV Park
Our favorite place. We have stayed here 14 times. Always clean.
- TTwindaddy
GuideDel Valle Campground — East Bay Regional Park District
East Bay Parks - IYKYK
Like most/all east bay parks, this is well appointed for the masses. It’s also surrounded by rolling hills and close to suburbia. For many, these are positives. As an east bay resident they are for me as well. Del Valle is a bit more removed than many east bay parks. From my location in Fremont, it’s a one hour drive. A pleasant drive for the most part. I camp to get away for a bit and almost always to mountain bike. As such, I seek parks that have trails. Del Valle has a map of many trails. They also appear on many of the mapping services used by mountain bikers. Review those and digest them if this is also your intention - these are east bay parka style trails. In other words, mostly steep and loose fire roads, with many “social trails” sprinkled between. If you are compelled to stay legit/legal trails, bring an ebike. Now on to the camping. I picked a spot as far removed from any booked spot on the map. I triple checked this up until the day before I arrived. I want solitude! When I arrived Thursday afternoon, I was surprised to see the sites just 3 spaces away, on both sides, occupied. This is a fairly compact area. And while I’m sure they’re lovely folks, this isn’t what I expected on a Thursday. Saturday? Sure. Anyway… be aware that these reservation services aren’t completely reliable in that regard. The bathrooms and showers are amazing! Clean, smell good, cared for. Noteworthy is the hot showers in the camp grounds are free and your one push of the button provides water for two minutes I'd guess. Very nice! The space, 135 for me, is okay. A couple trees for shade, a nice table and fire pit. It’s now dark and the noise is minimal - mostly from the group campsite just down the hill. I’ll update this with more details in the coming days since it’s a 4 day visit.
Update 1: it’s my first morning here. Using starlink as there is no cell signal to be found. What I noticed last night was that this park is directly below the flight path to the local airports. Every couple minutes last night, a plane would fly overhead. According to flight aware, they’re at about 10,000 feet. If this will ruin your getaway, you’ve been warned.
Update 2: On Friday night, the majority of the spots were filled. Many large groups of people with varying degrees of consideration, but to their credit almost all (except the barking German Shepard) were quiet by 10PM. It was a bit more crowded come Saturday morning. Some friends came to visit for a mountain bike ride, and we set off at about noon. I had been complimentary of the facilities and bragged that I'd be taking a nice shower after our ride. Unfortunately, upon our return, there was no hot water and no lighting in the showers. And, sadly, someone decided to remove the tags and hangers from their TJ Maxx haul and leave them all over the floor of two of the showers.
Verdict: I'd only come back here in the springtime when it's likely to be green and have some water in the arroyo and only during the week. The density and composition of the people here was akin to being at Costco on a Saturday, and I only did that once.
David W.GuideBeach RV Pleasure Point
Convenient spot in Santa Cruz
I came into Santa Cruz to visit family and needed a place to park my bus while there- this park was available and fit my needs perfectly. It’s a simple gravel parking lot set up - clean bathrooms / showers, full hookups. Not what I would call camping but a great place to stay with proximity to the things that matter.
Tim P.TravelerThousand Trails Morgan Hill
Great Campground
I liked this Thousand Trails resort because it’s more like camping. The staff is amazing. The facilities are great amazing big pool. The only problem I had is they didn’t have any sewage hook up, but I have a tote so it wasn’t that big of a deal.
- TTom H.Guide
Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay KOA Holiday
Great place for kids, lots to do.
Koa’s in this area are typically expensive and this is no exception. But, for families it may be worth it. Playground, jumping, bouncing area, dog yard. Lots to do. It has good shower facilities, bathrooms are clean. For retirees and older folks, it may not be worth it. Not much room between sites and lots of kids for the nervous folks. My site (35) was electric and water only with a dry creek behind us. My only beef (and it was not only with the campground, but with irresponsible dog owners) was the piles of poop I had to pick up before I could safely walk around. Come on people! If you own a dog, please take care of them and pick up after them. Otherwise, the location was convenient, the place was clean (exception noted) and I will likely return.
Rosa M.
ScoutCarnegie State Vehicular Recreation Area
Stayed 2 nigths, it was perfect
We stayed 2 nigths, 10$ per night. The staff was very kind. The place has showers and bathrooms clean enough for being it the middle of towns. Each space has a fire ring and a table. There's a little bit of noise in the morning and afternoon because of the cars that avoid the highway and pass nearby. It's first come first served. Overall, it's a very safe and good place to camp
Lee D.
LegendSanta Cruz/Monterey Bay KOA Holiday
Many options for families
General: So many options, including full hookup back-in or pull-thru sites, sites with just w/e, pet sites, nine different types of cabins, and tent sites. Some sites are paved and some are gravel.
Bath/Shower: The one closest to our site had a women's and men's restroom, and the showers are individual units but shared for both genders. I expected a more upscale shower (it was ok but a little tight, skimpy on hooks and no bench).
Activities/Amenities: So many amenities including a pool and hot tub, playground, jump pad, climbing “palms”, rec center with bike rentals and concessions, and a train (I’ve probably missed a few). Laundry is available on site (operated via an app and your phone).
Although this is not our preferred type of camping, after five nights in California State parks with limited amenities, we stayed here for hot showers, laundry, and full hookups for van maintenance. This was a typical KOA in many ways, but one thing that was different was that we had to wear wristbands, and there was a gate to enter and leave. While it should have made us feel safe, I wondered why there were extra security features.
Guide to Los Altos Hills
Cabin accommodations near Los Altos Hills range from basic shelters to more developed units with amenities. Most cabins in this region sit at elevations between 1,000-2,500 feet, offering cooler temperatures than the valley floor—sometimes 40 degrees colder than nearby San Jose or Gilroy. Seasonal factors significantly impact cabin availability, with winter stays requiring preparation for fog, mist, and temperatures that can drop into the 30s during December through February.
What to do
Archery trails: Mount Madonna County Park features a 28-target archery trail winding through the woods. One visitor noted, "There is an archery trail with 28 targets on a trail through the woods. We were there 3 days in a row and did 20 of the 28. It's really pretty and a cool challenge."
Wildlife viewing: The cabin areas around Big Basin Redwoods State Park provide opportunities to observe local fauna. A camper mentioned, "We stayed here the summer before it burned down... Fun creek behind campground for pups to splash around. Easy flat trails to walk... But a ton of mosquitos! Bring the spray."
Beach access: Cabins at Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay KOA Holiday offer proximity to coastal recreation. One reviewer stated, "Very close to the beach, quiet, excellent friendly staff always happy to help... They have activities daily and things to do which are sent out daily in a text."
What campers like
Unique shower facilities: Some cabins feature unconventional but appreciated amenities. At Santa Cruz North-Costanoa KOA, a camper highlighted, "This place just has everything including always lit fireplaces at the bath houses. Very social camping place."
Diverse accommodation options: The region offers various cabin sizes and styles. One guest at Santa Cruz North-Costanoa KOA observed, "The spots at the bottom of the first loop with awesome sunset views are my favorite. Very grassy and 'outdoorsy' for a KOA."
Fog harvesting redwoods: Natural phenomena make cabin stays memorable. A camper at Mount Madonna County Park described, "This is the only place I've seen the redwood trees harvest the fog and make their own rain, which is pretty cool. In the morning it's raining under the redwood trees but not under the madrone or tan oak trees, which is wild."
What you should know
Temperature variations: Cabin campers should prepare for significant temperature swings. A Mount Madonna visitor warned, "It is a lot colder here than on the valley floor. Prepare for it to be 40deg colder than Gilroy or San Jose. We weren't prepared & had to drive into town & buy more clothes!"
Site spacing concerns: Some cabin areas have limited privacy between units. At Cotillion Gardens RV Park, a reviewer mentioned, "Entrance is a little nerve racking on your first visit, but once your at your site you can relax. Bathrooms are a little dated, no cell service but good WiFi if your close to the office."
Reservation challenges: Securing cabins requires advance planning, especially at popular locations. One visitor to Seacliff State Beach noted, "My family and I have been coming here for years. Unfortunately it can be very difficult, if not impossible, to get a reservation at a site with a hookup."
Tips for camping with families
Cabin deck options: Some sites offer enhanced outdoor living spaces. At Cotillion Gardens RV Park, a camper shared, "We were in T2 which was just over a small footbridge over a creek from our parking spot. The spot was small, but had a picnic table, fire pit, and elevated wooden deck."
Kid-friendly activities: Cabin locations often provide structured recreation. A visitor to Del Valle Campground reported, "Very happy with our first camping experience at Del Valle. Our campsite (#139) could have used some shade, but we had plenty of space and the views were awesome."
Seasonal considerations: Weather patterns impact family cabin experiences differently throughout the year. One Big Basin camper advised, "Big trees, scenic hikes, waterfalls (in the spring)... I highly recommend camping in the spring or fall if you are prone to welt-y bug bites."
Tips from RVers
Hookup availability: Cabins with RV connections offer more amenities. At Del Valle Campground, a visitor noted, "We camp with a 27' Travel Trailer and the campgrounds can accommodate it. There is also several tent campsites as well. The marina to Lake Del Valle is a few miles away."
Site selection strategy: Specific cabin locations offer advantages for RV setups. A Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay KOA camper suggested, "I would recommend booking away from the jump pillow or playground, unless easy playground access is important, because the spots are pretty noisy."
Connectivity limitations: Cabin locations often have restricted digital access. A Cotillion Gardens visitor mentioned, "Sites can get a bit tight, but there are definitely some gems hidden in the redwoods. Close to Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, which is definitely worth checking out."
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