Phillipsville is an ideal place for camping adventures of all kinds. Phillipsville is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. Find the best campgrounds near Phillipsville, CA. Read helpful reviews and tips to find the perfect camping option for you and your crew.
$45 - $260 / night
"There are many sites next to the ocean."
"PROS
→ Campground is adjacent to the beach. You can hear the ocean and sometimes catch peeks of the ocean from the campground.
→ Campsites have bear lockers."
$35 / night
"There is a redwood grove hiking trail behind the campsites that takes you from one end of the campground to the other."
"There is a paved space to park above the campsite, and a narrow little path leading down into the site - maybe 10-15 yards, it’s not far at all."
"Camp site 12 backs up to a fence (houses or cabins occupied behind the fence) and had decent space from other sites. Large picnic table, bear locker and tall fire pit on site."
"Every site is nestled among a grove of old growth California Redwoods - books up a long time in advance / I was lucky to get a walk up site. Great amenities and right on Avenue of the Giants"
$65 - $85 / night
"We were driving south away from rain did not have any park camp booked and I just looked it up next to redwoods park and we popped in and they had a spot on Saturday."
"We stayed here once while driving through the red wood forest along the Avenue of Giants. It is very close to the drive-thru tree in Meyers Flat."
$35 / night
"The shade from the redwoods makes this a cool haven from the hot California summers. Campsites are mostly shaded. Campsites are large with good fire pits and picnic tables."
"It's right next to the ranger station/visitor center and just a few minutes away from Miranda, where you can pick up some last minute supplies."
$35 / night
"Albee Creek is a decent little campground set in a beautiful area of Northern California.
The campground itself is relatively small with not a ton of cover between sites."
"There are three kinds of sites in the campground - those backed against the woods or the fence separating the campground from the ranger houses, those in the middle, and those next to the Ave of the Giants"
"This was the first stop on a drive from San Francisco to Seattle. The river access is pretty sweet!!"
"We used this campground as a one night layover on our way to sunny California."
$35 - $200 / night
"The most beautiful spot to brake down in Northern California."
"The little river close by helped keep us cool. Not to far from town. And lots of big foot shops around."
$35 / night
"This park is gorgeous and the drive into the site rivals the avenue of the giants. The location is very remote. "
"We are avid campers that prefer tucked away campgrounds which are often hard to find when you have a trailer but this one has everything on our list!"
"But that is to be expected in the Humbolt Redwoods area of Northern California."
RangerHaving recently set a goal of staying at all our ‘local’ lookouts, Post Creek is #2.
This is a gorgeous, and larger than expected, structure. It has a living room, restroom & bedroom. Sadly, the area was devastated by fires several years ago (August Complex 2020) But the views & privacy are breathtaking!!
I drove ‘option 2’ TO the camp without any issues. (Lifted Crosstrek) Washboards were fair/moderate. Upon leaving, I tried to follow ’option 1’ FROM the camp, but got slightly off track & stayed on 24N10. (no biggie, just more dirt than pavement) The road is ‘fine’, but there are lots of tight spots due to downed trees & fire damage
There is ZERO cell service (Verizon), and non-potable water. Price paid online was $60. I could NOT find the ‘swimming hole’ 😞
GuideRight in the middle of the Avenue of the Giants you will see trees upon trees. Central enough location to souvenirs, the immortal tree, 7 state parks, and the south fork eel river. Campsites are close. Showers are included in camping fee. Laundry is $2 to wash. $1 to dry. Only 2 machines. Firewood (8 logs) can be purchased @ camp host site for $10
TravelerReally enjoyed the showers and tent camping. Space.
RangerThis campground is essentially a paved parking lot with numbered stalls. It sits about 200 yards from the BLM Samoa Sand Dunes, which is the main attraction. There is even access to them from the parking lot. Was here over a weekend, and it was pretty back with ATV and Side by side riders and rigs. Overall, it was a good crowd and respectful of the quiet times posted. There are two coin-operated showers, bathrooms, and a trash receptacle. Never saw the camp host, but there is a trailer for one. Park ranger does come by and verify payment. The payments envelopes and drop box are on the front of the bath house. The wind can get pretty bad as this site sits between the ocean and Humbolt Bay, so be prepared for that. Each outlining site has a fire ring and picnic table, as well as water. No sewer or power.
RangerI stopped in at this site as I thought it was dispersed. It's ran by the BLM so it was $15. Sites are level, there is trash bins and paths to the ocean. I was here in June and it was still pretty chilly and windy. Overall a good spot off the beaten path. Lots of hiking paths.
RangerThe trail in is basically an old mountain pass logging road that isn't maintained the best. It's narrow in spots and steep grade. I towed my offroad camper up without issue but its only 13ft long. I wouldn't advise anything much larger then 18ft. I did have to use 4x4 on some of the grades due to the trailer but if just in a vehicle it would be pretty easy. It would definitely present a challenge if it has just rained or was raining. It's true dispersed camping of pack in and pack it out. There's no facilities or trash. Plenty of space to spread out. Don't forget to air down those tires when going out on the beach. I would definitely come back to this one. Also the internet test was based on my Starlink not cell service. I have Verizion and had no service here.
ScoutI’ve been traveling with my dog, and this place was just the peace and quiet that I was looking for. Friendly hosts, bear boxes for storage, enough space between tents. I think this place was worth the money. I hope to visit again.
TravelerI travelled about 100 miles on 'Bob's' road, or 'Bill's' road because highway 36 was closed. WOW! The second hundred miles were okay, but the scenery was, on both stretches of road, just fantastic. The lake is beautiful, blue/green and surrounded by green.
The camp itself is great, although I have suspicion that a lot, or most, of the sites are weekenders, or people who come here for a week or two. Lots of sites have 'stuff,' meaning there's boats, RVs, trailers, tents, chairs, hanging lights, but no people.
ScoutDrove over to Deerlick Springs from Red Bluff and the gravel/dirt road from the pavement is pretty nice but I wouldn’t take a trailer in there. The campground is overgrown with weeds/grass and I think the store is a house now. There was one camper in the northeastern part but it looks like he lives there. The toilets need some work, appears they haven’t been pumped since last year. Very disappointing! My grandparents used to go there and get the “water” and take baths in the water. As a kid I used to walk to the store for candy and there was always Bingo to play. I also remember feeding the large tame bucks in the “courtyard”.
Camping near Phillipsville, California, offers a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in nature, especially among the towering redwoods. With several campgrounds nearby, you can find the perfect spot to relax, explore, and enjoy the great outdoors.
Camping near Phillipsville, California, is a great way to enjoy the beauty of the redwoods while creating lasting memories.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Phillipsville, CA offers a wide range of camping options, with 113 campgrounds and RV parks near Phillipsville, CA and 3 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Phillipsville, CA is Mackerricher State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 1463 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 3 free dispersed camping spots near Phillipsville, CA.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 12 parks near Phillipsville, CA that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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