Best Glamping near Pebble Beach, CA

Saddle Mountain Ranch and Ventana Campground offer premium glamping accommodations near Pebble Beach, California. Saddle Mountain Ranch features luxury gazebo setups with heated queen mattresses, private fire pits, and propane grills in a secluded Carmel Valley setting. Ventana Campground provides glamping tents with running warm water, propane fire pits, and hammocks in a more private area than their standard sites. Both locations include clean shower facilities, while some Ventana glamping tents feature en-suite bathrooms. The Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay KOA Holiday and Fernwood Campground & Resort also offer glamping options with varying levels of amenities. One guest shared, "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."

Hiking trails wind through both properties, with Ventana's glamping area situated under magnificent redwood trees that create what one visitor called "a magical feel." The glamping sites at Saddle Mountain Ranch include access to a heated pool, sauna, and various recreational activities including ping pong, foosball, and cornhole. Communal fire pits near the office provide space for socializing or outdoor dining. Fernwood Campground & Resort in Big Sur offers glamping accommodations along the river, surrounded by majestic redwoods, with a restaurant on-site for those who prefer not to cook. A recent visitor mentioned, "Ventana also offers glamping tents which are adorable! If you wanted an easy turn key experience that is the way to go. Those tents have running warm water, a propane fire pit and a grill. Some even had hammocks."

Best Glamping Sites Near Pebble Beach, California (27)

    1. Saddle Mountain Ranch

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

    "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."

    "This is a fun little hideaway with a heated pool, but it still feels like camping."

    2. Marina Dunes RV Park

    11 Reviews
    Marina, CA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (831) 384-6914

    "There is a Best Western right next to this place were we ended up getting a room instead as that was less expensive. We did arrive there with no reservation and after hours."

    "We love the proximity to the beach and the beautiful dunes. The park was very clean and well-maintained. The staff was great and very welcoming. Thank you to Christy who made our stay extra fun!"

    3. Sunset State Beach

    27 Reviews
    Watsonville, CA
    24 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"

    4. Fernwood Campground & Resort

    16 Reviews
    Big Sur, CA
    23 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."

    5. Ventana Campground

    23 Reviews
    Big Sur, CA
    25 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."

    6. Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay KOA Holiday

    16 Reviews
    Freedom, CA
    25 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."

    7. Pinnacles Campground — Pinnacles National Park

    90 Reviews
    Pinnacles, CA
    43 miles
    Website
    +1 (831) 200-1722

    $44 - $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."

    8. Mount Madonna County Park

    32 Reviews
    Gilroy, CA
    33 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."

    9. Salinas-Monterey KOA

    7 Reviews
    Castroville, CA
    22 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."

    "The location is very secluded as bd far from stores but fairly close to the sea. Have visited a few time and enjoy the stay. Not many issues. I’m looking forward to the Upgrades!"

    10. Cabana Holiday RV Park-cabins

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

    "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"

    "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."

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Glamping Reviews near Pebble Beach, CA

421 Reviews of 27 Pebble Beach Campgrounds


  • R
    Jul. 5, 2019

    Saddle Mountain Ranch

    Glamping Approved

    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. There are areas for tents and RV’s as well and priced accordingly. The restrooms and showers are super clean and the staff is great. There is a heated pool and various hiking trails to keep you occupied. The only downfall is you’re a little close to other campers. You don’t get much space/privacy but it’s not too bad. I would come back for sure.

  • Natalie G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 28, 2020

    Lower Blooms Creek — Big Basin Redwoods State Park — CAMPGROUND CLOSED

    Idyllic campground close to loads of beauty

    We stayed here with our 2 dogs last November as a nice winter getaway from L.A. We got one of the tent cabins, which are just adorable and so cozy. The sites are nice and distanced from each other, bathrooms were in great shape and it was pet friendly. We got a package with the tent cabin that came with bedding, cooking utensils and firewood, so were pretty much set once we got there. The beds are comfy and the wood burning stove (photo attached) is the only source of heat. It is neat but BE WARNED...it gets COLD on those winter nights so make sure you a) have enough wood; b) are good at keeping fires going throughout the night; and c) have lots of dry wood. The wood that was left for us as part of our package was really wet and wouldn't burn so we had a very chilly night even with loads of sleeping bags and blankets. Other than that, we had a great experience and got to take the dogs for a great walk on the paved trails in the State Park. Can't wait to go back!

  • Care B.
    Dec. 20, 2022

    Saddle Mountain Ranch

    Camp or glamp

    This is a fun little hideaway with a heated pool, but it still feels like camping. Bathrooms with showers, a sauna by the pool, some food all and communal fire pits/couches to lounge on. friendly staff on site who are helpful but not intrusive. Highly recommend going here, our site on the hill was breathtaking views and extremely private. Highly recommend!

  • Laura Q.
    Nov. 22, 2019

    Saddle Mountain Ranch

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    I have come here since I was a kid with my Dad. This was the cheapest way to stay with a family in Monterey/Carmel. You will drive through a country residential area that does not look like there would be a campground then all of a sudden you take a turn and you’re in a nice wooded, shady place on a hill. The best of both worlds in the hills outside of Carmel but still close to town and beaches. They have glamping tents, cabins, and small tent camping spots. There is not room for more than two small and medium tents. Camp sites are not very private but they are clean. Kids love the pool and game areas and begged to stay longer and come back. Bathrooms are very nice and clean with hot water. I recommend if you want to take a family trip to Monterey or Carmel to check this place out. Only downside was I missed seeing and hearing the peacocks that I remember as a kid.

  • A
    Aug. 16, 2019

    Fernwood Campground & Resort

    Magical Wooded Adventure with the Redwoods

    Fernwood is a unique campground because it has tent sites, RV spaces, canvas tents, cabins, a motel and even a restaurant. It’s situated on the river in Big Sur, and is surrounded by the majestic Redwood trees. If you don’t feel like cooking head up to the restaurant for a delicious meal. There’s also a small market to pick up necessities and ice.

  • r
    Aug. 4, 2021

    Pinnacles Campground — Pinnacles National Park

    Wonderful campground nestled in Pinnacles National Park

    Great camping spot with a small creek running by the site. Water = mosquitoes and this was no exception. Plenty of shade at this site, level ground and space was plentiful for our 14 x 15 tent. 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 potable water was just steps away and the parking area easily accommodated two vehicles (vans). The bathrooms were a short stroll away, along with the big trash dumpsters. They have a pool near the visitor’s center/camp store which was very popular. Staff was really nice and the sites are well-kept. The pool and showers are a longer walk from our site so we ended up driving to those accommodations. Pay showers and the water was generous and shower stalls were relatively clean. Pinnacles trail heads are close by. Lots of trails, but when we were there an excessive heat warning was in place. Definitely a place to return to!

  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 7, 2021

    Pinnacles Campground — Pinnacles National Park

    Crowded But Not Awful

    The park is amazing and there are so many great hikes, wildlife viewing and picturesque landscapes!

    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. The sites were semi private as the brush and trees have grown around most sites offering a little privacy. Other campers were friendly and considerate. Note that the RV side with the hook up does not offer any privacy and is near the main road. RVs are not confined to that area though.

    The spots are flat and include fire pit, picnic table and food locker. Raccoons apparently are a big problem here so keep your food locked up. There is a small general store/visitor center with a variety of food items, stove fuel, firewood, general camping supplies and souvenirs. WiFi also available for $10 for 7days per device. We paid, but our T-Mobile hotspot with Weboost won out in the end because the WiFi did not reach our spot. There is better reception for the WiFI in other spots. No cell reception with AT&T or Verizon.

    The hiking is great! and during the week pleasantly absent of tons of other hikers. Masks are required even on trails when 6 ft distance cannot be maintained, and people were very respectful of that on the trails. There is a lot of wildlife to see though sadly we did not see any condors on this trip. The caves are currently closed due to Covid. 

    Other amenities:

    Tent cabins

    RV only loop with 30amp hook up only (no sewer or water hook up)

    Showers

    Bathrooms

    Garbage and Recycling

    RV dump station (flush water only)

    Fresh water filler up (near RV camping area)

    Group camping

    Pool (currently closed)

    Pets allowed but NOT allowed on any trails

    Overall a great experience for a lesser known National Park, would come here again!

  • C
    Sep. 10, 2020

    Ventana Campground

    Camping Under Giants

    The was our first visit to Ventana Campgrounds and we found it to be very nice. All of the sites are under beautiful big Redwood trees which gave it a magical feel! We found it to be clean, in good repair, and the hosts were very warm and welcoming. We were incredibly fortunate when we camped as all of the National Parks had been closed due to the Dolan fires, and Highway 1 was closed just after the campground turnoff, so there literally was no traffic on the Coastal road which is unheard of! Fortunately for us, Ventana had reopened a few days prior to our reservation and I’d say that 75 percent of the reservations had been canceled so the campground was quiet and quite private which we loved! I imagine when it is filled to capacity the scene could be quite different as campsites are very close. The campsites had a fire pit with a grill but unfortunately fires were prohibited with the fire risks. Water spigots were convenient as were toilets and showers ( pay showers). Recycling and trash receptacles were also conveniently located around camp. Because most sites were empty we were able to scope out all the sites. It should be noted that all sites are tent only sites and some are very small or have very steep elevation changes which could be problematic for larger tents or those with mobility restrictions. Some sites are hike in only and should you choose those you had better pack extremely light as the climbs up were incredibly steep and the task of getting down without falling was a challenge for us being hands free and nimble let alone being older, or carrying a cooler, child, or larger tent. Just be aware! Once you got to the hike in sites they were much more private and quite nice, but I could see that it could bring some challenges. Be sure to pick a site with your tent size in mind as some of the sites literally could only hold a two man tent. It should be noted that while we were there, there was construction of some type going on in one part on the campground and the workers started quite early. We were well away so it was not too bad where we were located but if you were close you would have hammering and sawing as your alarm. Ventana also offers glamping tents which are adorable! If you wanted an easy turn key experience that is the way to go. Those tents have running warm water, a propane fire pit and a grill. Some even had hammocks. They are in a loop that is much more private and spread out than the tent sites. Overall, we had a great experience and would love to return. Crowds are not our thing, so I am not sure we will ever be able to duplicate the lovely quiet experience we had, but we are thankful that we got to experience it that way!

  • A
    Sep. 22, 2016

    Lower Blooms Creek — Big Basin Redwoods State Park — CAMPGROUND CLOSED

    Summer Family Fun at Big Basin

    We visited the Big Basin Redwoods State Park late July this year with a large group of friends and their families and it was such an awesome experience. We stayed in a tent cabin at the Huckleberry campground which was nicer than we thought it would be. It had just the right amount of space for my wife and I, our two daughters and all our gear. The entire campground is loaded with trees so there was plenty of shade everywhere. There's also a few decent hiking trails close to the campground which is really cool and convenient. My daughters enjoyed every minute from the hiking, riding their bikes, campfires as well as all the other great things to do when camping. We also explored the Visitor Center to see some of the most magnificent dinosaur-like redwoods including what they call the 'Father of the Forest' and 'Mother of the Forest' trees. The guide was an encyclopedia of information on the massive trees which he shared with us along the tour. If you're at all interested, then you must go on the short tour. The only complaint I have is about the one night there were what seemed to be very loud college students, probably from UC Santa Cruz or another nearby college, who were in the cabin at the site next to ours and were partying way too hard. We had to tell them to keep it down since they had woken us up. I'm all for a little partying, but damn, they were loud and no one came around to tell them to keep it down besides us. Other than that, all in all, we had a great tent cabin campsite and did notice some even better in the campground, so we will definitely be going back again.


Guide to Pebble Beach

Mount Madonna County Park sits in the redwood-covered Santa Cruz Mountains at about 1,900 feet elevation, offering a cooler climate than nearby Pebble Beach. The park's diverse camping options include traditional tent sites, RV spots, cabins, and yurts with temperatures often 40 degrees cooler than the valley floor. During foggy mornings, visitors can witness the unique phenomenon of redwoods harvesting fog to create their own rain underneath the canopy.

What to do

Hiking through redwoods: Mount Madonna County Park features miles of hiking trails through dense redwood forests. One visitor noted, "The campground was almost empty in the middle of the week with only a few vehicles and tents there early for the weekend. Strawberry fields surround the campground and are next to the Hike and Bike area."

Beach access: Marina Dunes RV Park provides a unique coastal experience within driving distance of Pebble Beach. "About a 5 min trek through sand and dunes and you'll find yourself at a beach not many people frequent. On Friday we were the only ones for as far as I could see. No exaggeration," shares one camper who enjoyed the solitude.

Archery practice: Mount Madonna offers an archery trail with 28 targets set up through the woods. "We were there 3 days in a row and did 20 of the 28. It's really pretty and a cool challenge," notes one visitor who tried this unique outdoor activity with their daughter.

Historical exploration: Visit the ruins at Mount Madonna's old homestead area to learn about local history. The park also maintains pens with white fallow deer near the ranger station, descendants of William Randolph Hearst's exotic zoo.

What campers like

Privacy options: Sunset State Beach offers campsites with varying levels of seclusion. A camper shared: "Nice lots on a cliff above the beach protected from the wind by some doug firs and eucalyptus. Beach is long and expansive with very few people on an average day."

Unique yurt camping: Pebble Beach area visitors seeking alternative accommodations can find yurt camping at Mount Madonna County Park. One visitor mentioned, "We rented a yurt for two nights right on the Big Sur River. My girls had a blast playing in the mud, traversing the meadow and climbing redwoods."

Temperature relief: During hot summer months, Pinnacles Campground offers a swimming pool as respite from hiking. A visitor shared: "Summer is not the best time to go. It gets hot and you can't have fires. I went in late June and it was bearable to do an early hike...They have a pool that will be full of kids but feels really refreshing after a hot hike."

Natural sounds: Many campgrounds in the region offer peaceful natural soundscapes. At Fernwood Campground & Resort, "the creek was refreshing and the sounds of the water and owls at night was soothing."

What you should know

Weather variations: Coastal fog and elevation changes create microclimates. At Mount Madonna, visitors should "prepare for it to be 40deg colder than Gilroy or San Jose. We weren't prepared & had to drive into town & buy more clothes!"

Road noise: Some campgrounds experience highway noise. At the Salinas-Monterey KOA, reviewers mention "lots of road noise" but note it "starts to become white noise after a while."

Wildlife encounters: Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay KOA Holiday and other area campgrounds have active wildlife. "There are however some large raccoons so use caution with your trash," warns one visitor. At Pinnacles, "raccoons are very active here so be sure to lock all of your food away."

Limited availability: Securing reservations can be difficult, especially during peak seasons. One camper noted about Sunset State Beach: "If you can get a reservation here (which is VERY difficult) you will have the best time."

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly activities: The Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay KOA Holiday offers numerous family amenities. "TONS of activities on site - huge bouncy pad, a climbing wall, ping pong tables, a swimming pool, pedal go karts, the list goes on and on," reports one satisfied parent.

Quiet camping locations: For families seeking peace, consider timing and location. "We stay at this KOA 3-4 times a year. We especially enjoy the Halloween and other theme weekends they have. They have made tons of improvements over the last 10 years."

Biking opportunities: Mount Madonna County Park offers good biking terrain for children. "Great campground for the kids to bike at but there are a few big hills so make sure they know how to use their brakes."

Site selection strategy: When booking at Ventana Campground, be aware that "some sites are much more private than others & many share a driveway with neighbors; some have spectacular views of Carmel Valley (like site 35)."

Tips from RVers

Site spacing awareness: At Marina Dunes RV Park, "the sites were small and it was a hike to the water. It's hard to get bigger RVs into spots also. We have a 35' 5th wheel and there are only some spots that will fit it."

Hookup options: Saddle Mountain Ranch offers various RV amenities, but access can be challenging. One camper warns: "First off the road coming to the campground is very steep, could be challenging for some rigs."

Electric site selection: At Pinnacles Campground, "a lot of the RV sites had electric. And there is water stations throughout. Also a dump station on the way out."

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