Best Glamping near Monterey, CA

Near Monterey, CA, lies some of the best camping in the state. It's the perfect place to explore the surrounding California hills and valleys on horseback before heading to your tent or a relaxing cabin for an evening gazing at the stars. RVs have some great options in the area with necessary hookups and amenities and stunning views. Among the beautiful natural surroundings, Monterey offers campsites in forested hills or where you can catch the sunset over the water. Near the city you can find Jacks Peak Park, Garrapata State Park, Garland Ranch Regional Park, Hastings Natural History Reservation, and more.

Best Glamping Sites Near Monterey, California (26)

    1. Saddle Mountain Ranch

    23 Reviews
    Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (831) 624-1617

    "This was the cheapest way to stay with a family in Monterey/Carmel."

    "This place is nestled in the Carmel Valley and decently secluded. We booked a luxury gazebo situation which came with a queen bed (heated mattress) a fire pit and your own propane grill."

    2. Sunset State Beach

    27 Reviews
    Watsonville, CA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (831) 763-7063

    "Clean bathrooms with running water. Very very very safe. Lots of families but again, super safe and beautiful"

    "Close to the beach, hot showers, fire pits"

    3. Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay KOA Holiday

    16 Reviews
    Freedom, CA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (831) 722-0551

    "A short drive to Santa Cruz and Monterey. They have a heated pool, laundry facilities and on site store. There are however some large raccoons so use caution with your trash."

    "The family loved it- it was the perfect size for us and everything worked and the outdoor patio had heavy duty tables and chairs along with fire pit and even a Weber grill."

    4. Salinas-Monterey KOA

    7 Reviews
    Castroville, CA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (831) 663-2886

    "They have nice facilities and a heated pool although a hot tub would be nice also. The sites are a little small but very mature trees and they keep it clean."

    "If you appreciate the coast near Big Sur, you will love Monterey."

    5. Mount Madonna County Park

    31 Reviews
    Gilroy, CA
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (408) 842-2341

    "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."

    "While it was nice to hear the other campers having a great time with their families and friends, the noise level from it was extraordinary. 

    The campground in the forest and beautiful."

    6. Pinnacles Campground — Pinnacles National Park

    88 Reviews
    Pinnacles, CA
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (831) 200-1722

    $43 - $164 / night

    "We had a separate dome tent to keep out bugs. The site had two picnic benches, a fire pit and bear lockers for your food."

    "The campground loop we were in was full and the sites are fairly close to your neighbor but it wasn't bad. The main reason being absolutely NO generators allowed so it was peaceful."

    7. Fernwood Campground & Resort

    16 Reviews
    Big Sur, CA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (831) 667-2422

    $60 - $100 / night

    "Fernwood is a unique campground because it has tent sites, RV spaces, canvas tents, cabins, a motel and even a restaurant."

    "So nice though, next a river, but close to other campers. The showers were nice and  clean bathrooms. The lady in charge was so nice and hospitable ready to help. She took us in without reservations."

    8. Ventana Campground

    23 Reviews
    Big Sur, CA
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (831) 667-2331

    $85 - $105 / night

    "We found it to be clean, in good repair, and the hosts were very warm and welcoming."

    "The setting is 10/10 and is probably one of the most beautiful and awe-inspiring places I could think of pitching a tent."

    9. Cabana Holiday RV Park-cabins

    2 Reviews
    Castroville, CA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (831) 663-2886

    "Part of the KOA franchise, this is a very clean, well positioned RV and Cabin park for exploring the Monterey, Salinas, Watsonville, Santa Cruz area."

    "pull-ins are easy to access. the Wi-Fi here is good enough to check email but not for streaming or anything intensive. however you can get a good starlink connection and over 100 megabits per second. it is pet"

    10. Seacliff State Beach

    6 Reviews
    Aptos, CA
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (831) 685-6442

    "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."

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Glamping Reviews near Monterey, CA

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Which is the most popular glamping campsite near Monterey, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Monterey, CA is Saddle Mountain Ranch with a 4.1-star rating from 23 reviews.

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