Top Glamping near Nicolaus, CA

Nicolaus is an ideal place for camping adventures of all kinds. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Nicolaus is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Find the best campgrounds near Nicolaus, CA. Read reviews from campers like you and find your perfect campsite.

Best Glamping Sites Near Nicolaus, CA (28)

    Camper-submitted photo from SacWest RV Park & Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from SacWest RV Park & Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from SacWest RV Park & Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from SacWest RV Park & Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from SacWest RV Park & Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from SacWest RV Park & Campground

    1. SacWest RV Park & Campground

    14 Reviews
    34 Photos
    78 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $52 - $100 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Collins Lake Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Collins Lake Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Collins Lake Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Collins Lake Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Collins Lake Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Collins Lake Recreation Area

    2. Collins Lake Recreation Area

    20 Reviews
    79 Photos
    293 Saves

    Collins Lake is a favorite Northern California destination for families. This 1,600 acre recreation area offers LAKEFRONT RV& TENT camping with excellent fishing and wakeboarding. Collins Lake has California’s largest private trophy trout planting program of any lake north of Sacramento and equally famous for bass, crappie& catfish. Facilities include RV hookups, cabins, hot showers, laundry, marina, rental boats, sandy beach, playground, store with huge ice creams& espresso drinks. Family friendly with movies under the stars and live music every summer summer. Located only 70 miles northeast of Sacramento at 1200’ elevation. Family owned and operated since 1972.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Peninsula - Folsom Lake State Rec Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Peninsula - Folsom Lake State Rec Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Peninsula - Folsom Lake State Rec Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Peninsula - Folsom Lake State Rec Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Peninsula - Folsom Lake State Rec Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Peninsula - Folsom Lake State Rec Area

    3. Peninsula - Folsom Lake State Rec Area

    14 Reviews
    80 Photos
    150 Saves

    Located at the base of the Sierra foothills, Folsom Lake camping offers opportunities for hiking, biking, running, camping, picnicking, horseback riding, water-skiing and boating. Fishing offers trout, catfish, big and small mouth bass or perch. Visitors can also see the Folsom Powerhouse (once called "the greatest operative electrical plant on the American continent"), which from 1885 to 1952 produced 11,000 volts of electricity for Sacramento residents. For cyclists, there is a 32-mile long bicycle path that connects Folsom Lake with many Sacramento County parks before reaching Old Sacramento. The park also includes Lake Natoma, downstream from Folsom Lake, which is popular for crew races, sailing, kayaking and other aquatic sports.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $28 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Cal Expo RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Cal Expo RV Park

    4. Cal Expo RV Park

    8 Reviews
    2 Photos
    22 Saves
    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    Camper-submitted photo from Coloma Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Coloma Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Coloma Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Coloma Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Coloma Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Coloma Resort

    5. Coloma Resort

    15 Reviews
    47 Photos
    224 Saves

    Coloma Resort takes pride in connecting guests with nature, adventure and history! Located on the South Fork of the American River, surrounded by the Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park, Coloma Resort is a destination vacation experience for everyone! Coloma Resort will accommodate your needs and exceed your expectations, whether you are looking for a family camping experience, educational facility, river-front wedding location or a place to host your next conference or group retreat. Our facilities include campsites, cabin rentals, swimming pool, event sites and more... Your adventure awaits in Coloma! Coloma Resort connects you with the activities that will make your stay one to remember. Experience Coloma through adventure based river trips, historic gold rush programs or on the climbing wall and zip line of our exciting ropes course!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Sycamore Ranch RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Sycamore Ranch RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Sycamore Ranch RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Sycamore Ranch RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Sycamore Ranch RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Sycamore Ranch RV Park

    6. Sycamore Ranch RV Park

    5 Reviews
    15 Photos
    32 Saves
    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    Camper-submitted photo from Inn Town Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Inn Town Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Inn Town Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Inn Town Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Inn Town Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Inn Town Campground

    7. Inn Town Campground

    12 Reviews
    155 Photos
    39 Saves

    Located on an historic 15 acre site, just under two miles from downtown Nevada City. We offer tent camping, RV spots with hookups, and glamping in canvas tents. Our sites, plus a range of convenient and welcoming amenities make Inn Town Campground a great place to get outside.

    Info@InnTownCampground.com 530-265-9900

    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Tent Cabin
    • Picnic Table
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      8. Sacramento Shade RV Park

      3 Reviews
      16 Saves
      • Pets
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • ADA Access
      • RVs
      • Tents
      Camper-submitted photo from Auburn Gold Country RV Park

      9. Auburn Gold Country RV Park

      4 Reviews
      1 Photo
      30 Saves
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access
      Camper-submitted photo from American River Resort
      Camper-submitted photo from American River Resort
      Camper-submitted photo from American River Resort
      Camper-submitted photo from American River Resort
      Camper-submitted photo from American River Resort
      Camper-submitted photo from American River Resort

      10. American River Resort

      9 Reviews
      9 Photos
      88 Saves
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access
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    Recent Glamping Reviews In Nicolaus

    156 Reviews of 28 Nicolaus Campgrounds


    • Adrian J.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Lake Solano County Park
      Oct. 24, 2024

      Lake Solano County Park

      Great County Park

      This is an excellent and straightforward country park. It feels like a state park.

      They have hookups and also dry camping. The better spots are near the water.

      Contrary to other posts, they take walkups. It is just on the website it requires 2 weeks out.

    • Sebastian M.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Auburn Gold Country RV Park
      Oct. 7, 2024

      Auburn Gold Country RV Park

      Okay

      Had a standard Hookup-RV-Spot. Was very uneven, couldn't get the RV level. If you don't have the premium hookup spots, you got to pay 20$ "Service Fee" for dumping. Idk why because you end up doing it all by yourself as usual anyway. Feels like a bit of a rip off to be honest. The rest is nice, quiet (except for the geese) and clean.

    • Julie M.
      Camper-submitted photo from Sycamore Ranch RV Park
      Aug. 16, 2024

      Sycamore Ranch RV Park

      Clean, comfortable spot

      Very clean campground with a helpful host. Bathrooms/showers for paid guest have a code to get in. The day use area has porta potties. This place is dark at night so really good for star watching.

    • Tatiana I.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from SacWest RV Park & Campground
      Jul. 27, 2024

      SacWest RV Park & Campground

      Great Rv parking

      It is the only RV parking in Sacramento that will allow you to stay for one night. Great campground! Hospitality and professionalism- that how you can describe this place! Lots of things to do for kids: great playgrounds, swimming pool, more than 100 ducks going around! Beautiful place! Thank you!

    • Sharon B.
      Camper-submitted photo from Collins Lake Recreation Area
      Jul. 17, 2024

      Collins Lake Recreation Area

      Lakeside

      *pros: great little market, very nice staff, clean, great views *cons: rocky watch your step, especially at the beach and a long the shore. Recommend water shoes, although this may only help a little as the rocks are quite large and when can trip over them as much as step on them. they are not round river rocks, but pointy and painful to traverse. *my stay: I was only here for two nights and on the second morning some people pulled in and pitched a tent at 4:30 in the morning. They weren’t particularly loud, but they did curse and had their flashlight bright enough that it shone into my site and RV. Overall, it was still a very pleasant stay for the two nights.

    • C
      Camper-submitted photo from Placerville KOA
      Jun. 12, 2024

      Placerville KOA

      Great place

      We had a great experience at the Placerville KOA. In this place, I can join many activities such as playing geometry dash lite .The staff was very welcoming and the grounds are organized and clean. The only thing I would suggest is to put in a few more bathrooms around the site. The main building are the only bathrooms. I would suggest a visit. They also have a pool area and hot tub Our friends stayed in the cabins. They were clean and comfortable

    • Thomas E.
      Camper-submitted photo from Inn Town Campground
      May. 12, 2024

      Inn Town Campground

      Looking for peace of mind

      Although by myself if not had a spot here yet. I have visited many that have and is all had raving reviews. I for one and looking for a little piece and quiet. Although I do come with my RV which requires me to run the generator every once in awhile to go ahead and put power in the battery so that I can be silent at night, which is what we all like to hear the crickets cricket away. But all in all I think it's time for me to take my place and get a space there and I will be doing another reviews after that, which I'm more than positive is going to be a very positive and raving review.

    • T L.
      Camper-submitted photo from Peninsula - Folsom Lake State Rec Area
      May. 4, 2024

      Peninsula - Folsom Lake State Rec Area

      Great Staff Beautiful Views

      The grounds are very well kept and the staff is available but keep their distance. Thanks to Lisa for the mattress pump and a shout out to groundskeeper Genoa who recently retired and shared great knowledge about the area. Try not to forget anything because it is eleven twisty, narrow, miles back to the city of Cool, where you can buy the essentials- The weekends get crowded during peak season but if you visit mid-week you will have the place almost to yourself. Reserve a site online but when you get there tell the attendant that you would like to see what sites are available. Take a tour as the online pics do no justice, and with almost 100 sites, you will find the perfect site that will suit your specifics- Best, Tommy

    • Dustin C.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Coloma Resort
      Mar. 31, 2024

      Coloma Resort

      Great place!

      We spent the weekend for my wife’s birthday. It rained most of Friday and into Saturday but we had a great time. Steve at check in was very helpful, the little store is cool, and the campground is walking distance from the historic town of Coloma and the Argonaut for breakfast and lunch (and Gelato!) Pool, playground, basketball and soccer - will definitely be back with the kids soon.

    • RThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Peninsula - Folsom Lake State Rec Area
      Mar. 7, 2024

      Peninsula - Folsom Lake State Rec Area

      Great Pre Spring Get Away

      Another mid-week quick adventure two weeks before spring.  Weather in the Sierra foothills in early March is perfect for a couple day getaway from the colder temperatures and snow in the higher elevations where we live.  Peninsula campground on Folsom Lake is in the rolling hills and oak trees, remote from the more popular side of the lake.  In the summer months the lake is very busy and the hills are brown with dried grass.  But in the early spring it is quite, especially here, with green grass and wild turkeys.  With only us and two other folks in the entire campground we enjoyed privacy and seclusion.  Good bike riding too.

    • Lexi L.
      Camper-submitted photo from Ko-Ket Resort
      Dec. 4, 2023

      Ko-Ket Resort

      RV spot with private dock+deck!

      This place is awesome! Has a cute restaurant on the water too. Very clean facilities, it’s right on the water- the California delta river. They have paddle boards you can rent and go out on the water in the morning. They have cute little cottages people can rent too. Very peaceful and fun atmosphere. They had live music on the Saturday we were there. Highly recommend!

    • Troy L.
      Camper-submitted photo from Collins Lake Recreation Area
      Sep. 22, 2023

      Collins Lake Recreation Area

      Hot

      Overall Collins Lake was a nice camping resort. They have a lot of sites and the facilities are clean. We went towards the end of July and it was 107 degrees. Dogs aren’t allowed on the beaches so we didn’t go down to the lake, which would have been nice to cool off.

      It was a good trip despite the heat. It would definitely be better if we had a boat or water “toys”. I would go back, but not in the summer.

    • Rollie C.
      Camper-submitted photo from American River Resort
      Jun. 13, 2023

      American River Resort

      Great Stay

      I stayed here for a spontaneous mid-week campout and was impressed. Super clean restroom facilities, access to the river, a nice store, and friendly customer service. The spots were a little close together, the parking and restrooms a little bit far from the spot but overall it's a pretty decent spot.

    • Mary S.
      Camper-submitted photo from American River Resort
      Jun. 13, 2023

      American River Resort

      Disappointrd

      II only have a camper van but was forced to take an RV site which had amenities I didn’t need. I asked if I would have 120 V access and told I would but there was only 30 amp 240 v. Totally useless for me. Also when I made the reservation I was told check in time was 3 PM and found out later it was 4 PM. There was very little information about what I was getting online, so I depended upon the reservation line to give me exact information. When I called once I got there, the guy was totally rude about it and not helpful at all.

    • HandL C.
      Camper-submitted photo from Placerville KOA
      Jun. 2, 2023

      Placerville KOA

      Be Careful With Your Reservation!

      Read the fine print! If you are expecting a full-hookup site, make sure it has septic at your site! Many of the sites are water and electric only, and you have to use the one dump station at the camp entrance for dumping. Kinda inconvenient and not what I would expect for $106 a night! This place gets VERY full on a holiday weekend, noisy, congested. It's the only game in town for a ways, so there you have it.

    • HandL C.
      Camper-submitted photo from SacWest RV Park & Campground
      Jun. 2, 2023

      SacWest RV Park & Campground

      Convenient to Sacramento

      The most remarkable thing about SacWest RV park is how convenient it is to the major roads crossing Sacramento, yet you don't hear the freeway noise much at all. There are tons of restaurant, fuel and grocery options nearby. We were only here for 3 nights, but it suited our needs just fine. Nice showers, too!

    • CThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Collins Lake Recreation Area
      Apr. 17, 2023

      Collins Lake Recreation Area

      Great spot close to home

      We’ve been to Collins Lake a few times and we love it! Lots of different camping spots and the lake is stocked with fish. Ice cream at the store is a must. Wi-Fi connection at the campsite was better than good. Don’t recommend using the last shower on the left in the bathhouse close to the beach. No water pressure at all. Bring your bikes if you have them because the ride to the dam is nice. Spot 73 is an okay spot. Water spigot is way too short and there was a lot of mud and water that wouldn’t drain from site. It’s not listed as such but you can pull through. Anyone that says this place is too crowded with RVs so close to each other has never been to an RV park. At least this place has trees!

    • E
      Camper-submitted photo from Inn Town Campground
      Apr. 8, 2023

      Inn Town Campground

      The Best.

      I’ve stayed here many times, It’s the best! Just know that here on The Dyrt, the location on the map for some reason shows it as being many miles away from Kidder Ct: it’s marked as if it is at Higgins Corner, halfway to Auburn? Whereas it is in reality only a mile away from downtown Nevada City, off the Gold Flat exit. So I marked an edit to have this corrected on 4/8/2023; the moderators are to check that, and correct the map after veryifying.

    • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
      Camper-submitted photo from High Camp
      Jan. 20, 2023

      High Camp

      Yurt Camping in Central California

      Jake here from the Dyrt!  I had the opportunity to talk with Bonnie about her yurt and the great camping experience she hopes to provide for everyone who stops by.  Check them out and leave a review on the Dyrt to let everyone know how it was!

    • HandL C.
      Camper-submitted photo from Cal Expo RV Park
      Jan. 7, 2023

      Cal Expo RV Park

      If it must be Sac...

      ...then you want a good location for your home base. Cal Expo definitely has the centralized location for exploring Old Sac, Cal Expo, State Capitol, the rivers and beyond. Cal Expo RV Park is a parking lot where your rig is nose-down, not necessarily level, and your septic goes uphill to drain. It is quite noisy at night with traffic, sirens and other noise.

    • JThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from SacWest RV Park & Campground
      Dec. 27, 2022

      SacWest RV Park & Campground

      Everything we need

      We have everything we need here; FHU, laundry, clean showers and bathrooms, great dog park, friendly staff. They pick up trash. Sites are pull- through, gravel and fairly level. Sites are close, but it wasn’t too crowded while we were here.

    • M
      Camper-submitted photo from Loafer Creek Campground
      Oct. 21, 2022

      Loafer Creek Campground

      Roomy campsites at Lake Oroville

      Pleasant setting in the trees. Only 3 other campsites in use that we noticed in October. The lake is super low, but a pleasant campground on our way home.

    • S
      Camper-submitted photo from SacWest RV Park & Campground
      Sep. 15, 2022

      SacWest RV Park & Campground

      Great little city outskirts getaway.

      Great little campsite with a 50s vibe right outside the city of Sacramento. The bathrooms and showers are clean the staff are friendly and helpful. There are restaurants close by as well as my favorite gas station Mavericks. There's a great little dog run for our dogs. We came here because we were evacuated due to the mosquito fire, but enjoyed it so muvh. We will definitely be back again.



    Guide to Nicolaus

    Camping near Nicolaus, California, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor lovers. From serene lakes to family-friendly campgrounds, there’s something for everyone.

    What to do:

    • Water activities: Folsom Lake is perfect for swimming, kayaking, and fishing. One camper mentioned, “The lake was stocked with fish, and ice cream at the store is a must” at Collins Lake Recreation Area.
    • Biking and hiking: The American River Bikeway is great for biking and walking. A visitor at Beals Point Campground noted, “The paved American River Bikeway was good for walking, running, and horseback riding.”
    • Wildlife watching: Many campgrounds, like Thousand Trails Lake of the Springs, have deer roaming around. One camper shared, “Each day a family of deer came through our site and were so tame they ate fruit right out of the kids' hands.”

    What campers like:

    • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review for Collins Lake Recreation Area stated, “The facilities are clean, and the staff is very nice.”
    • Friendly staff: Many visitors mention the helpfulness of campground staff. One camper at SacWest RV Park & Campground said, “Hospitality and professionalism—that’s how you can describe this place!”
    • Scenic views: Campgrounds like Peninsula Campground offer beautiful landscapes. A reviewer remarked, “Some of my favorite campsites. Awesome in spring where the flowers and grass are POPPING.”

    What you should know:

    • Reservations are recommended: Many campgrounds fill up quickly, especially during peak season. A camper at Cal Expo RV Park noted, “This would be a great stop for a few days, but it is just a parking lot with no frills.”
    • Limited amenities at some sites: Not all campgrounds have full hookups or stores nearby. A visitor at Lake Minden RV Resort mentioned, “There was absolutely no space between the trailers, to the point I hit my head on my neighbor's slide out while setting up.”
    • Seasonal access: Some campgrounds, like Lake Clementine Boat In, are only open from May to September. A reviewer said, “The access road is about six miles of curvy, hilly, and narrow pavement.”

    Tips for camping with families:

    • Kid-friendly activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and swimming areas. One parent at SacWest RV Park & Campground said, “Lots of things to do for kids: great playgrounds, swimming pool, more than 100 ducks going around!”
    • Plan for meals: Some campgrounds have markets nearby, while others do not. A camper at Thousand Trails Ponderosa mentioned, “The store on the grounds was well stocked.”
    • Bring outdoor games: Having games can keep kids entertained. A visitor at Beals Point Campground suggested, “The sites are clean, and easy access to the lake beach swim area.”

    Tips from RVers:

    • Check site sizes: Some campgrounds have tight spaces. A reviewer at Lake Minden RV Resort warned, “There was no mention of the WIFI being out, but you got to only find that out when you got there.”
    • Look for pull-through sites: These can make parking easier. A camper at Cal Expo RV Park noted, “Easy pull-thru site. Would stay again, but for a shorter time.”
    • Bring extra supplies: Some campgrounds may not have everything you need. A visitor at Collins Lake Recreation Area mentioned, “Dogs aren’t allowed on the beaches, so we didn’t go down to the lake, which would have been nice to cool off.”

    Camping near Nicolaus, California, has its perks and quirks, but with a little planning, you can have a great time outdoors!

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Which is the most popular glamping campsite near Nicolaus, CA?

      According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Nicolaus, CA is SacWest RV Park & Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 14 reviews.

    • What is the best site to find glamping camping near Nicolaus, CA?

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