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Joseph D. Grant County Park campsites welcome pets throughout its oak-lined sites, offering both drive-in and walk-in access for tent and RV campers. Clean restrooms with hot showers are available without requiring tokens, and the campground features picnic tables at each site. Hiking trails suitable for leashed dogs wind through the park, providing opportunities for wildlife viewing—many visitors spot rabbits, bobcats, and deer during their stay. Henry W. Coe State Park also permits dogs at Coe Ranch Campground, with specific tent-only sites that can be reserved online for $20 per night. The camp store near the entrance sells firewood and provides visitor information about the park's pet policies. Campgrounds are quiet with mostly couples or small family groups visiting with their pets.
Mount Madonna County Park offers pet-friendly accommodations beyond standard tent and RV sites, including cabins and yurts where dogs are permitted. Dogs must remain leashed on trails throughout these parks, with Henry Coe featuring over 89,000 acres of wilderness terrain accessible for day hikes with pets. Both parks implement fire restrictions during summer months, though fire rings are available at campsites during permitted seasons. The drive to Henry Coe involves a 35-minute journey up narrow, winding roads that may be challenging for larger vehicles. Water is available for washing dishes at most campgrounds, and visitors should be prepared for wildlife encounters. Pet owners should pack extra supplies as the nearest pet stores are located in Morgan Hill and San Jose. Ticks are present in the area, particularly during spring and early summer, requiring regular checks of pets after trail activities.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Mount Hamilton (117)
1. Del Valle Campground — East Bay Regional Park District
"Campsite amenities were great, easy access to water and bathrooms. Bathrooms were spotless the whole weekend, even though it was a holiday weekend and every site was booked."
"After time spent here at this oasis in the middle of Eastbay, California, you’ll very much feel like part of this place with its endless trails, fantastically well-kept camping grounds and the warm hospitality"
Check Availabilityfrom $15 - $200 / night
2. Coe Ranch Campground — Henry W. Coe State Park
"This is a primitive campground, no showers only vault toilets and restroom near visitor center ( 2 min walk from campground) both decently clean. Water for washing dishes is available."
"There is a small visitor center close to the entrance, with a few souvenirs and some snacks and drinks. Visitor Center only takes cash."
2 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $20 / night
3. Joseph D. Grant County Park
"The bathrooms were a short walk down hill. They were clean with flushing toilets. There camp ground was quiet and it was mostly couples or small family groups."
4. Mount Madonna County Park
"There was really no road noise at our site, though a few sites further around the loop did have noise. This particular site has a trail leading directly to the vast network of hiking trails."
"There are plenty of trails to hike, as well as equestrian trails. No bikes on trails though."
5. Joseph D Grant County Park - Horse Camp
"Hamilton and a lake up the road a way, there’s also a mansion & rose garden on the property, shower & bathroom are clean, there are nights to gather and stargaze.The tent spaces are sizable &"
"Good trails."
Check Availabilityfrom $15 - $400 / night
6. Grant County Park
"Clean, bathrooms near by. Very relaxing and away from San Jose."
7. New Brighton State Beach Campground
"Camped with electricity and water, situated on a bluff near the ocean. Easy walking distance to the water, nice roomy campsites with fire rings and tables. Not too close to other campers."
"Not sure why the reserve california site says every SP or SB on the coast has 0 sites for the foreseeable future, but we decided to take our chances. Yes!"
Check AvailabilityCampground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $35 - $185 / night
8. Coyote Lake Harvey Bear Ranch County Park
"Dogs are allowed. The lake is closed to any and all water-craft because the water level is too low. It is very clean and well maintained for the most part."
"Campsites are along the beautiful Coyote lake. The lakeside sites are mostly shaded as are the sites along the road. Sites 43, 44 and 45 would be the most secluded."
Check Availabilityfrom $34 / night
9. Uvas Canyon County Park
"Uvas Canyon County Park https://www.sccgov.org/sites/parks/parkfinder/pages/uvascanyon.aspx is located about 15 miles west of Gilroy, on the east side of the Santa Cruz Mountains."
"This is a great spot for people looking to get away and camp but not trying to drive for 3-4 hours to do so."
Check Availabilityfrom $34 / night
10. Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Campground
"Dogs allowed, but can’t bring them into bathrooms. Flush toilets and coin showers, I think about 1 quarter per minute."
"This is a nice campground in a great part of California with lots of hiking and beaches nearby. The bathrooms were clean and well kept."
Check Availabilityfrom $7 - $35 / night
Drive Time
- 40 min from San Jose, CA
- 1 hr 14 min from Santa Cruz, CA
- 1 hr 27 min from Salinas, CA
- 1 hr 41 min from Modesto, CA
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Mount Hamilton, CA
860 Reviews of 117 Mount Hamilton Campgrounds
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susan F.
RangerOasis West RV Park
Convenient location - on 152, just west of I-5. The majority of the 115 sites are residential RVers, but there are a few sites available for short term. Clean and heated bathrooms, although dated; covered area with ping ping, pool, and tables and chairs. Pool, laundry, dog run area, and playground (closed for maintenance while we were here). No stray or feral animals; saw several people with dogs - all in a leash and behaved. The RV Park itself is very quiet - as essentially a residential area. The highway noise is fairly loud, thus the 4.
- JJudith G.Scout
Valley View Campground — Fremont Peak State Park
As mentioned in other reviews - beautiful views but beware that some of the RV sites are on a slope. We booked #3 unaware that it was on quite an incline - we ended up driving onto the camping space as we wouldn’t have been able to sleep on the designated RV space. Otherwise nice, but basic campsite and not busy at all in October
- TTamatha B.
TravelerSanta Cruz/Monterey Bay KOA Holiday
This is a great camp ground. Plenty of activities. Showers are clean, laundry room takes tap pay.
- 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.
- jjacqueline P.Scout
Pelican Point RV Park
Has hot showers & laundry room! A 5 min walk to the ocean as well. Super peaceful
- DDoug O.Traveler
Marina Dunes RV Park
Our favorite place. We have stayed here 14 times. Always clean.
- jjennifer J.Traveler
Sunset State Beach Campground
It’s absolutely beautiful. There are no hook ups, but I have a solar generator. I’m working with or learning to use.
- kkelly E.Traveler
Uvas Pines RV Park
Nice big campsites, creek running but unsure if clean enough to go in. There’s a dog park with lights which is really awesome for our old dogs. There are definitely some long term campers here but it still has a nice feel. Only reason it’s not 5 star is we are close to the road so it’s loud.
Guide to Mount Hamilton
Joseph D. Grant County Park campground accommodates pets with tent and RV sites in the foothills near Mount Hamilton. Campsites include picnic tables, fire pits, and access to drinking water, with clean bathrooms and free showers available for all campers. The park allows dogs on leash throughout designated camping areas and select trails, though pets must be supervised at all times. Henry W. Coe State Park also permits pets at its Coe Ranch Campground, offering primitive tent and RV camping with shade from oak and pine trees providing natural shelter at many sites. Camp hosts are friendly and available to assist with pet-related questions. The campground is relatively quiet with mostly couples or small family groups visiting during cooler months.
The surrounding area offers numerous hiking opportunities for campers with dogs, though trails at Henry Coe feature challenging terrain with significant elevation changes—over 1,200 feet in under 2 miles on some routes. Wildlife sightings are common, with campers frequently spotting deer, small foxes, bobcats, and various bird species. Pet owners should be prepared for seasonal concerns, as summer temperatures can become extremely hot and dry, making spring and fall the optimal seasons for camping with dogs. Insect activity varies by season, with flies, wasps and mosquitoes being particularly abundant during warmer months. Gates at Joseph D. Grant County Park close at 8:15pm, requiring campers to plan arrivals accordingly. Numerous trails provide good opportunities for wildlife viewing, wildflower spotting, and stargazing away from the light pollution of Silicon Valley.
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