Best RV Parks & Resorts near Lucia, CA

Recent RV Reviews in Lucia

505 Reviews of 41 Lucia Campgrounds

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  Soggy Bottoms Camper G.

  Traveler

  

  Feb. 4, 2025

  Creek Tent Campground — Hearst San Simeon State Park

  Nice getaway

  We stayed in the upper San Simeon creek campground area - site C25. It had the best view of the ocean but was surrounded by power lines and looked down on camp hosts site/buildings. I felt like it was a little bit of a fishbowl with no privacy and we stared at the RVs in front of us. Which all RV/trailer sites are mostly parallel parking. We drove through the bottom site and it provided much more privacy due to trees and seemed to be more level as well. No view, but you get that “true camping” in the Forrest feeling. The walking trails were fun and the beach was close enough. There are camp kitties that will visit you if you are lucky enough (I think they belong to the host).

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  dond

  Guide

  

  Jan. 24, 2025

  Road's End, Bradley Lockwood

  Peaceful Semi-Private Oasis

  There are two campsites (both RV accessible) about 300' apart, you can barely see the other. We stayed in January and since the other site was unoccupied we had the whole hilltop to ourselves.

  Our two dogs really enjoyed chasing after ground squirrels and significantly improved their digging skills. Since the property is fenced in (except for three vehicle accesses) we could let our dogs off leash.

  Our stay was perfect for an uber-quiet and private respite, great for reading, chilling and relishing the quiet. The hilltop is 180 degree surrounded by olive trees and vines with the owners residences on the other sides of the fences. We felt super safe in spite of our seclusion.

  Each site has 30amp electrical and water (no dump station available). There also is a shared 50amp EV charger near site #1.

  The full moon was beautiful and the last night was fantastic for star gazing (tons of stars, milky way, etc.) before the moon came up.

  A lovely place to stay, we'll be back!

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  Michael

  Ranger

  

  Jan. 11, 2025

  San Lorenzo Park

  Fine place along 101

  Essentially deserted. Just us and one other camper. Very quiet from other campers, but can hear gentle highway 101 traffic in distance. Amazing farm machinery museum display. Restrooms are fine even have showers. No privacy between sites. Paved sites are on 35 foot spacing. Grass spots are a bit further apart. Might try something around site 80ish. If all sites were occupied this would be very crowded. Then again, it is a convenient stop between Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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  dond

  Guide

  

  Jan. 11, 2025

  Washburn Primitive Campground — Hearst San Simeon State Park

  Nice quiet campground

  Primitive campground ocean beach 1/2 mile walk, wave sounds all day, scenic view, sites spaced out OK, some trees but bright and airy. Nice go to site for chilling but weekends and summers can be busy. Water spickets in campground, dump station below on another campground.

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  Manon D.

  Scout

  

  Dec. 18, 2024

  Williams Hill Recreation Area

  Stunning view and safe

  Dirt road to get there but safe, clean place. Stunning view

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  Susan C.

  Guide

  

  Nov. 25, 2024

  San Lorenzo Park

  Easy, Convenient & Pretty

  What a find! Mostly level, mostly gravel and grass, mostly pull through sites. Water, and 30 amp and 12 V available. Not sure about 50 amp. Good cell service, bathrooms, showers and a dump station round out the on-site conveniences. Firings and picnic tables with a choice of well-shaded or solar-friendly sites. A nice walking path, circles the campground and is well used in the mornings and evenings by locals running or walking dogs and babies. The first half of the park has a rustic agriculture, museum, and lots of old farm equipment on display. There are also spaces to rent for parties and events with their own parking area separate from the campground. King City has grocery, gas, some restaurants and some shops just outside of the park.

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  Wendy S.

  Guide

  

  Nov. 18, 2024

  Yanks RV Resort

  Fancy!

  As folks who live in their van and travel, this is probably one of the fancier places we’ve stayed. Since part of 1 is closed, we had to detour. This is a true RV park that many live in for long periods. Thus, the bathrooms and showers were so nice and clean. It is expensive, at $80, but it’s what we had to do and found it to be super nice. It was a quick stay, as we headed to Pinnacles NP West for some hiking. Only 30 minutes away.

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  Wendy S.

  Guide

  

  Nov. 18, 2024

  Laguna Seca Recreation Area

  Perfect for our needs!

  We were just traveling through since part of 1 is closed. Found this spot for $51 and it was great. It is hilly, which made it cool to walk around for views. The water is not potable, but bathrooms were very clean and the staff were so kind. There was not a race, but there were some cars running the track the next morning. Which was pretty cool!

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  Laura M.

  Legend

  

  Sep. 30, 2024

  Williams Hill Recreation Area

  Free established BLM campground

  We stayed here for 3 nights in the summer, arriving on a Sunday, and it was great. I was worried about the heat, but it really wasn’t too bad, even on the hot days (low 90s) it cools down in the evening and didn’t get hot until early afternoon. Just be sure to get one of the shady spots! We set up in site #1 when we first arrived because it was private and had nice views, but it was way too much direct sun. We moved to #4 and it was much better- shady and even better views. 

  There were other people here when we stayed here but everyone was very quiet and respectful, and we didn’t hear any shooting like other reviews have mentioned— this may be due to the ban on shooting (and camp fires) at this time because of fire danger, but I was still impressed and surprised that people respected the ban. There is one pit toilet that we didn’t check out, but man you can smell it if you camp in one of the sites near to it. 

  We saw one volunteer/employee come and clean things up while we were here. We were pleasantly surprised that the trash wasn’t too bad here. No trash service so please pack out your waste. Cell service is good up at the campground, though you do lose it in parts on the drive up. We made it up in our 26ft class c no problem, though the road is narrow at times and we were glad we didn’t come across any oncoming traffic. Sites are relatively flat/ fixable with levels. Two of the sites are huge/ pull throughs so would be good for bigger rigs or big groups. If you get up here and all the sites are taken, there are several spots outside of the campground where you can disperse camp. 

  This is an OHV area but we didn’t see any while we were here. We hiked along the OHV trails and there was nothing- but I could see it getting busy on the weekends. 

  There's a 14 day stay limit. No water provided up here.

  My only complaint was the BEES! They were everywhere and aggressive, and all in our face, but didn’t sting us. One of the campers said that this was unusual though. Really nice campground, amazing that it’s free! Thanks BLM!

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  Susie B.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 30, 2024

  Pinnacles Campground — Pinnacles National Park

  The Pinnacles are Other-Worldly - this is your launchpad

  I didn’t enjoy this campground for years — I’d always drive home, to my cooler coastal home. It is WICKED hot in the summer. But one time, I joined my daughter, who did have a summer reservation, and I changed my mind! They have a pool! The kids are thrilled! There are beautiful tucked away campsites in the shade, by a creek. Really enjoyed cooking in the evenings outside and settling in. By day, of course, the trails are wild, like a moonscape. In spring, it’s a wildflower fantasia. 

  I was selfishly a little sad when Pinnacles became a national monument, instead of a regional secret. But I’m so glad they got the money, they deserve it! Note: I discovered it because my kids were in rock climbing classes in town, and “this” was the field trip. So exciting to see their first climbing and bouldering outside.

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  Brittanie F.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 26, 2024

  Big Sur Campground & Cabins

  Staff are awful

  Long story short the staff were unhelpful and lied about there being multiple spots open. When we arrived the people in the spot next to us had completely blocked our spot with one of their cars and were using our table. Had to asked a second time to be moved spots and only found out there were available spots when someone without a reservation showed up to registration when I was up there complaining.

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  Korey Y.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 23, 2024

  Laguna Seca Recreation Area

  Hidden jewel

  No crowds late August. Great staff and price. Views, trees and TRACK. Some air traffic. Quiet.

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  Julia H.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 6, 2024

  Upper Sweetwater Laguna Mountain Campground

  Great

  Great spot. takes like a whole hour to get there. you’ll lose reception about half way getting there (at least with Verizon you will). i went early August and there was only one other camper van. very quiet. AMAZING sunset view. one of the best i’ve seen. just wished there was signal , for safety reasons.

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  Michael O.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 2, 2024

  Saddle Mountain Ranch

  In between camping and glamping, but somehow neither

  So, if you’re looking to be in nature and have a proper camping experience, this ain’t it. If you want a resort style vacation, this isn’t it either… yet somehow it’s a little of both. I wouldn’t recommend tent camping because you’re literally right next to your neighbor camping and isn’t really in the “woods”. Suggest you get a delux tent which includes a bed, fire pit and bbq. That’s why I’ve rated it high because it’s what I needed for one night. Plus the pull and games (corn hill, ping pong) are nice additions. Just know what you’re in for.

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  Chris N.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 21, 2024

  Veteran's Memorial Park Campground

  Affordable Monterey/Carmel Access

  I have family in Monterey, but can't see paying the higher prices for a hotel or home rental when I visit. This location gives you complete access to the beautiful surrounding area at a price that doesn't hurt. Showers, restrooms, tables and fire rings make it really sweet for the family on a light camping adventure. I dry camp a lot, and having the amenities is worth the fees they're asking. Your best bet to get a site is to show up a day or two early, if you can, due to a first come first serve policy for sites. The early bird gets the worm. No reservations can be made.

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  Boberto R.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 6, 2024

  Pinnacles Campground — Pinnacles National Park

  Don’t go after June

  Campground is fine. Very hot and very dry after June. No camp fires after June bear gulch caves are also closed after June. Seen a ton of wildlife and over all wasn’t very crowded. Great for star gazing.

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  Rosemary L.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 1, 2024

  Williams Hill Recreation Area

  Great get away

  Clean camp. Restroom was clean. View was beautiful. There was a 6 mile dirt road to the camp. Easy signage. Saw wild boar and dear along the way. Drove a Hyundai Accent.

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  Jack O.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 16, 2024

  Williams Hill Recreation Area

  Quiet and peaceful

  The drive up has around five miles of very well maintained dirt road, but very much worth it. Some dispersed camping areas and a campground with 5 spots with a shelter and a picnic table at each one. Bathroom was very clean.

  Views are magnificent.

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  Tammy P.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 14, 2024

  Kirk Creek Campground

  Most beautiful view

  small hill top campground with amazing sunrise and sunset view. There is a small trail to go down the beach right next to camp site #22 Avoid sites that close to the restroom as it can get very smelly. Site #7,8,9 are the best with open space for ocean views. Can get very windy at night (depending on on season) so secure down your tent tightly

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  Jose J.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 14, 2024

  Monterey Pines RV Park - Military

  Beautiful RV Park and golf course

  Campground is for active duty, retired military and DoD Civilians. Pretty quiet with the exception of the Monterey Regional Airport next to it and even then it wasn’t very noticeable. The golf course next to it is beautiful so bring your sticks or rent them from the clubhouse. One of the more affordable courses to play in the area. Our site was level left to right but we did have to jack the front of the trailer up higher than usual. Clean restrooms and bath house. FREE LAUNDRY FACILITIES TOO. Definitely want to go back but for a longer stay.

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  Tippy B.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 12, 2024

  Veteran's Memorial Park Campground

  Perfect access to Big Sur & Pebble Beach

  We were driving thru and needed a place to van camp. Found this location from the dyrt app. The camp site is located on park grounds. If you have little ones they’ll have fun on the playground. Parking was easy to pick for us. There’s also hot showers which is only open from 7AM to 9PM. Someone will turn the water access off outside of those time frames. They will also allow showers with no camping option which is $4. Overall for the stay being only $47, having the options of a hot shower, rest rooms and ability to have a fire pit and the convenience of the Big Sur, makes this site worth it.

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  Nathan S.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 10, 2024

  Saddle Mountain Ranch

  Review Update

  I have spent the last 7 hours listening to a child cry in the space that is 20 feet away from me b

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  Nathan S.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 9, 2024

  Saddle Mountain Ranch

  Nice but crowded

  First of all this place is beautiful. It is a very well maintained campground. Its set up is very much like a KOA. The sites are very close to each other. There is room enough for your rig but parking is elsewhere and limited. The bathrooms are clean but small. On the men’s side there is one stall and one separate shower. There is another site but I didn’t see it. Overall I suppose if RV camping is your thing it’s ok. I just don’t like being this close to people when I am on vacation. It’s like a hotel room without walls. It was convenient, clean, and close to where I needed to go.

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  Eva C.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 8, 2024

  Road's End, Bradley Lockwood

  Beautiful and peaceful

  The sites are clean and the views are lovely. We loved the fire pits and the string lights hanging from the trees. Very nice atmosphere.

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  Hannah F.

  Traveler

  

  May. 26, 2024

  Laguna Mountain Campground

  Great location

  Got there around noontime on the Friday of Memorial Day and grabbed the last designated lot. Really awesome area. Beautiful sunset over the mountains. Hiked Laguna Mountain and the Falls. Highly recommended. Toilet was also nice.

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  Rupert C.

  Scout

  

  Apr. 29, 2024

  Road's End, Bradley Lockwood

  All you could ask for

  Quiet, serene and green and beautiful. i really don’t know what else you could ask for in a remote campsite. It is a 10 for the view and the setting. I will so be back….and often Rupert

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  Andrea K.

  Scout

  

  Apr. 25, 2024

  Williams Hill Recreation Area

  Beautiful Views on Top of the Mountain

  It is a long 5 miles up a long dirt road which is actually pretty nice compared to others we have traveled. There are some steep hairpinish turns that we had to disconnect our toad but wow when you get there it is perfect. So peaceful and very clean. We are in a 36’ class a with jeep toad