3 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Cabin camping near Mountain View ranges from rustic shoreside retreats to modern electric-equipped rentals, with 24 curated campgrounds to choose from. Steep Ravine Campground at Mount Tamalpais State Park features rustic cabins with wood-burning stoves and separate bedroom areas. "These cabins are well worth the cost. There is a separate bedroom, you could sleep 2 couples on beds easily with extra floor space and a small individual bunk for larger families," notes one visitor. Samuel P. Taylor State Park Campground offers cabin rentals with electricity, outlets, and heating systems. Skyline Wilderness Park includes cabin options with picnic tables and fire rings nearby, while Brannan Island State Recreation Area has one cabin with electricity featuring a bunk bed and queen mattress.
Reservations are essential for most cabin accommodations, especially at popular locations like Steep Ravine where bookings must be made months in advance. Pet policies vary by location, with many parks like San Francisco North-Petaluma KOA allowing pets in their cabin rentals. Most cabins accommodate 4-6 people with varied sleeping arrangements. Willow Campground at Brannan Island State Recreation Area offers cabin-only accommodations, while other parks feature cabins alongside tent and RV sites. According to a review, "Unlike Big Basin or other cabins that neighbor tent camping, the SPT cabins are secluded... They have electricity, outlets, and heating. All you need are sheets, pillows, and blankets."
Most cabins require visitors to bring their own bedding, pillows, and personal items. Wooden sleeping platforms are common, with one reviewer noting, "Bring air mattresses cause they are just wooden frames." Lighting options vary significantly—some cabins have electricity while others, like those at Steep Ravine, have no electricity, requiring visitors to bring "candles and lanterns and some fabric for curtains for privacy." Kitchen facilities range from simple charcoal grills outside cabins to more furnished options at KOA locations. Many parks provide food storage lockers, though reviews mention these aren't always waterproof or animal-proof. On-site camp stores at larger facilities like San Francisco North-Petaluma KOA offer basic provisions, but most cabin campers should plan to bring essential supplies.
"A ton of great hiking and horseback riding trails. Literally 5 mins outside of the town of Napa. Ate at an amazing Brazilian Steakhouse and came to camp in just a short drive."
"Super easy access and safe, in the city so close to wineries, restaurants and shops. We were here as a stop in our road trip so it was a perfect stay. They provide WiFi and hot shower."
"Site had a fire ring, picnic table, and a stone grill. The grounds had running water, flush toilets and quarter showers. Camped here at night and explored point reyes during the day."
"This campground is beautiful, set in the redwoods, with a creek and nature trails. It has all the amenities: flush toilets, showers, fire pits, running water, and grills."
from $35 - $225 / night
"They have one cabin with electricity. It has a bunk bed And a queen. Bring air mattresses cause they are just wooden frames. Very close to the Sacramento River for a nice cruise."
"Brennan Island State Park is an absolute gem nestled in the heart of the California Delta. From the moment you arrive, you're greeted by friendly staff who make you feel right at home."
"Like most (if not all) KOAs, you can also tent camp or tent cabins. Good size dog park for the pets to run and be free, as well as plenty of fun activities to entertain the kiddos."
"A nice KOA close to Petaluma with great facilities. We took advantage of doing some laundry and having a hot shower."
"These cabins are well worth the cost. There is a separate bedroom, you could sleep 2 couples on beds easily with extra floor space and a small individual bunk for larger families."
"There are dish washing spigots scattered among the cabins. There are wheelbarrows for schlepping your stuff to the cabins and campsites; more on that later. And charcoal grills outside each cabin."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $25 - $100 / night
"My site had plenty of shade, fire pit, picnic table, and water nearby."
"Small store, full hookups in places (will bring our trailer back), tables, fire rings. Not much privacy but at least this weekend it was quiet (except for our group 🤣)"
"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
"Park staff was friendly and very helpful. There’s a good amount of space between campgrounds to allow for privacy. Lots of shaded spots. Multiple clean and flushable toilets and showers."
"A bridge away from towns. Hot showers. Squirrels galore. Ill be back."
from $31 / night
"Water fountains/spigots relatively easy to find near most campsites. Bathhouse is next to site 10, operates with quarters."
"We set up our tent towards the back of the site closest to the creek because it was more private. The only concern was that there was a slight downward slope."
Available this weekend
from $43 / night
"So just 30 and 50amp Electric and water. THEY HAVE DUMP STATION, BUT NO HONEY BUCKET TRUCK TO COME AROUND TO YOUR SITES TO DUMP YOUR RV. SO BEFORE SETTING UP YOUR CAMP. DUMP YOUR TANKS."
"Showers are clean, lots of play area, for kids.boating"
from $125 - $199 / night
TravelerHenry 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.
ScoutThis campground needs a lot of work including docks, boat births and sites need pads and less weeds, stickers, burs.
GuideLike 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.
TravelerHad a late check in after scheduling in the same day, but the staff were so welcoming and helpful over the phone! The campsite is so clean you could walk around barefoot. the scenery is so beautiful with sheep, cattle, mountains and a stream surrounding/on the property. Would definitely recommend
GuideWe have stayed here a few times. I have a sister that lives here and this place is only about 3 miles from us! $80 for a back in space.
ScoutWe stayed 2 nigths, 10$ 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
ScoutShowers are clean, lots of play area, for kids.boating
ScoutEverything was great, but just make sure you don’t park on the grass because of the sprinklers.
GuidePopped in and only a few campers there. A bridge away from towns. Hot showers. Squirrels galore. Ill be back.
Cabin accommodations near Mountain View, California allow visitors to experience the Northern California landscape with more creature comforts than tent camping. The region offers a range of options from rustic structures to more equipped facilities, typically within 1-2 hours' drive from Mountain View. Winter temperatures in the area average 40-55°F, while summer months see temperatures between 65-85°F, making year-round cabin camping feasible.
Hiking trails access: At Samuel P. Taylor State Park Campground, trails are easily accessible from the cabins. "There is also a paved path that runs for at least a mile or so along the creek, that used to be the old railroad line through that area. They have informational signs all over the place providing historical or ecological information," notes one visitor. The park offers both paved and unpaved trails of varying difficulties.
Wildlife viewing: Bothe-Napa Valley State Park cabins provide good opportunities for wildlife spotting. "I was awoken (as is the norm in NorCal) to gobbling turkeys at dawn," shares one camper. The park's wooded setting attracts various bird species and small mammals, especially in early morning hours.
Water recreation: Cabin stays at Del Valle Campground offer access to lake activities. A camper reports, "Del Valle is one of the most beautiful lakes in the east bay. The water is perfect temperature. Great hikes, paddle boarding, kayaking, swimming and beginner windsurfing." The lake has designated swimming areas with lifeguards during peak season.
Privacy levels: Olema Campground offers varying levels of seclusion for cabin guests. "Lovely large meadow with scattered trees. RC/van spots are arranged in cul de sacs, tent spots on the edges of fields," explains one visitor. This setup allows for both community interaction and personal space depending on site selection.
Cabin heating systems: Winter visitors appreciate the wood stoves at cabins like those at Steep Ravine Campground. "No electricity but the wood burning stove provides some light," notes a camper. This feature extends the camping season through colder months when temperatures can drop into the 40s at night.
Proximity to attractions: Cabin accommodations at Skyline Wilderness Park put visitors close to regional highlights. One camper shared, "Location itself is GREAT. 5 mins from everything in town. Had good cell service and park was clean." Another mentioned it's "a safe, beautiful, affordable property to spend outdoors time on...short drive to Downtown Napa."
Reservation timing: Many cabin facilities require advance planning. For Steep Ravine, a visitor advises, "So the cabins are not only notoriously difficult to reserve -- you need to be ready to click 'reserve' on the website at no less than 5 minutes before the window opens for your dates of interest, which was 6 months ahead of time when I reserved."
Cabin provisions: Most cabin facilities provide basic structures but require guests to bring supplies. At Brannan Island State Recreation Area, "Drinking water was murky, so bring water if you're picky," warns one visitor. Plan to bring your own bedding, cooking equipment, and lighting solutions.
Seasonal considerations: Cabin conditions vary throughout the year. A Samuel P. Taylor visitor notes, "It can get warm in the summer, but the cool moist ocean fog comes in and blankets the area in the evenings, which can really cool it down." This means packing layers regardless of season is essential.
Kid-friendly facilities: San Francisco North-Petaluma KOA has cabins with amenities specifically for families. "Great spot, I loved downtown Petaluma and enjoyed the safe feeling and convenience of this location. Great amenities for children too," shares one visitor. Another notes, "Playgrounds, swimming pool, lots of space to run and scream."
Safety considerations: Parents should check for specific hazards near cabins. At Bothe-Napa Valley State Park, a camper warns, "Be careful of the poison oak, it is prevalent there as it is so anywhere in Northern California." Many cabin areas have wildlife concerns and require proper food storage.
Entertainment options: Look for cabins with built-in entertainment factors. At Olema Campground, a visitor mentioned, "The kids love the playground and try their hand at shuffleboard." Many cabin facilities offer game areas, sports courts, or natural features like creeks that keep children engaged.
Space constraints: RVers should check site dimensions before booking cabin areas. A visitor to Skyline Wilderness Park notes, "RV campsites are close together and semi-level. Bathrooms could use some TLC. But the park is nice with lots of hiking, views and close to Napa."
Setup considerations: At Del Valle Campground, an RVer cautions, "The sites are reasonably spaced...Overall, the experience falls and rises with your neighbors, and you probably know what I mean." Consider booking during weekdays if possible as weekend cabin areas tend to be more crowded and noisy.
Utility access: Check which utilities are available at cabin areas if planning to park an RV. At Brannan Island, a visitor explains, "Very close to the Sacramento River for a nice cruise. They closed their boat berths because they were rotting." Ensuring you have proper access to electricity, water, and disposal facilities will make your stay more comfortable.
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