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ScoutBenbow KOA & Golf Course
Decent Camp Spot
Shared group showers, small dog park, ok park for kids to play on. Water spickets at group sites. Friendly people.. decently well kept
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Humboldt Redwoods State Park campgrounds welcome pets throughout their established sites, requiring leashes no longer than 6 feet at all times. Hidden Springs and Burlington campgrounds both feature spacious tent and RV sites where dogs can stay comfortably with their owners. Giant Redwoods RV & Cabin Destination provides full hookups for RV camping with dogs, plus cabin options for those traveling with pets. Most campsites include standard amenities like picnic tables, fire rings, and drinking water access, with pet waste stations positioned throughout the grounds. The staff at Giant Redwoods maintains extremely clean facilities and takes great care in the upkeep of the pet-friendly areas. Richardson Grove State Park Campground offers additional camping with dogs options, providing tent sites, RV spots with water hookups, and pet-friendly cabins beneath towering redwoods.
Dogs enjoy excellent access to the Eel River at several campgrounds, with Giant Redwoods offering a designated path leading directly to a swimming area where pets can cool off during summer months. Water levels fluctuate seasonally, with higher flows in spring and minimal water by late fall. Pet owners should monitor for toxic algae warnings that occasionally affect northern California waterways. Avenue of the Giants provides scenic dog-walking opportunities with multiple pull-offs where leashed pets can explore short trails among massive redwoods. Benbow KOA includes a small fenced dog run where pets can exercise off-leash. Wildlife encounters are possible in this region, so maintaining control of pets, especially at dawn and dusk, prevents unwanted confrontations with local animals. The nearest veterinary services are located in Garberville, approximately 15 minutes south of Phillipsville.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Phillipsville (84)
1. Hidden Springs Campground — Humboldt Redwoods State Park
"Campsite was pleasant, though the neighbors were loudly coughing the whole time and we could hear dogs barking all night."
"There is a redwood grove hiking trail behind the campsites that takes you from one end of the campground to the other."
from $35 / night
Check Availability2. Burlington Campground — Humboldt Redwoods State Park
"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."
"You'll hear a tiny bit of highway traffic, but not much. It's really serene, especially if you can grab a site that's farther off the road.
Access to nearby trails is obviously exceptional."3. Giant Redwoods RV & Cabin Destination
"Driving and biking along Avenue of the Giants was the highlight of this area! There is a little dog park, volleyball court, playground, swimming area."
"We had a hilarious encounter with a cat that was in the cabin when we arrived which we wrote about in the Cabin #2 Guest Journal before we left (see picture uploaded)."
from $65 - $85 / night
Check Availability4. Burlington Campground — Humboldt Redwoods State Park
"Walking distance to the visitor center and other great hikes. Dog-friendly, clean restrooms/coin showers, and relatively private sites - some more than others. Beautiful surroundings!"
"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."
from $35 / night
Check Availability5. Hidden Springs Campground — Humboldt Redwoods State Park
"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"
"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."
from $35 / night
Check Availability6. Richardson Grove State Park Campground
"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."
from $35 - $200 / night
Check Availability7. Benbow KOA & Golf Course
"Shared group showers, small dog park, ok park for kids to play on. Water spickets at group sites. Friendly people.. decently well kept"
"They smiled, said "hello," and were all genuinely positive. There's a golf course nearby if that is of interest, and a stream for fishing within walking distance. "
8. Albee Creek Campground — Humboldt Redwoods State Park
"Like all state parks in California, dog are welcome in the campground but not on any trails. You can’t access any of the streams legally with a dog. Probably best enjoyed without the the fur babies."
"This park is gorgeous and the drive into the site rivals the avenue of the giants. The location is very remote. "
from $35 / night
Check Availability9. Dean Creek Resort
"But that is to be expected in the Humbolt Redwoods area of Northern California."
10. Benbow KOA & Golf Course
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 32 min from Santa Rosa, CA
- 3 hrs 32 min from Redding, CA
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Phillipsville, CA
539 Reviews of 84 Phillipsville Campgrounds
- Colleen E.
TravelerGiant Redwoods RV & Cabin Destination
Quiet Redwoods Getaway
This is a beautiful campground in Meyer’s Flat, CA. The area of Myers Flat is a little “sketchy” but the campground is very well kept and they close the gates at night which is nice. There are nice little cabins on site as well as RV sites. We stayed for 3 nights and it was very enjoyable. Driving and biking along Avenue of the Giants was the highlight of this area! There is a little dog park, volleyball court, playground, swimming area. (we didn’t swim due to the algae warning for northern CA) It’s along Eel River. There’s also a great market and coffee shop nearby that we took advantage of! (pricey but the only place around) The staff is so kind and Vicki was a great help while we made our reservation over the phone. Overall, we would stay again!
Scott M.ScoutBenbow KOA & Golf Course
Okay
It’s a ok place to stay. There are a lot of cats on property which got our dog riled up. Good location to see area attractions. Hookups we’re good. Seems like a lot of extended guests in cabins. If we stay again we’ll get a pull through site rather than back in. It didn’t help that we had a family with 2 ATVs staying in a cabin right by us and they’re kids (guessing ages 10-14) would drive around the camp for hours at a time. First time I’ve seen that at a koa.
Queeriam A.
GuideVan Duzen County Park - Pamplin Grove
Best place to camp!
Incredible views, quiet, easy river access, pet and kid friendly, showers, on site friendly hosts, and the best trails through old growth that you rarely get in a campground. It’s a magical place, and affordable. Worth sacrificing the cell signal, there’s a pay phone in the entry lot. I’ve been twice now, and can’t wait to go back.
- JJessica R.Guide
Samoa Boat Ramp County Park
Glorified parking lot with transients and rude neighbors
I stayed at this campsite twice two years ago. The first time was in the spring (April) with my daughters and the second time was in August that year. This is not a campsite per se, but rather a parking lot in which you chose a parking spot directly next to someone else and if you have a tent pitch it directly behind your car in the scraggly grass and sand sticker plants. There is zero privacy or distance between campers.
The fee is $20 per night. The bathrooms are disgusting. The best thing about them was a family of nesting birds above the door to the ladies restroom. We were able to watch the babies for a while which was fun, but there is also the chance that you’ll be pooped on while entering or leaving the bathroom.
The first time was just okay. We camped inside the back of my Toyota Highlander amongst mostly RVs, most of which left their loud generators and bright outside lights on long after quiet hours. I finally had to knock on our neighbors R.V. door to ask them to turn out the outside light which was shining directly into our car.
This wasn’t terrible and was completely outshone by a half day spent on the beach in the dune area. Locals surfed as families. The community seemed so tight knit and inviting. We left deciding that we’d definitely come back to spend a day on the beach later in the summer. Also, the local Samoa Cookhouse is nearby with family style breakfast, lunch and dinner served. It is a historic site and museum that used to serve the loggers in the area the food and service is awesome and has become a much looked forward to stop on our road trips to California.
When we came back we came with my husband, choosing to camp at the boat launch area again because of its proximity to the beach. The late summer campers were a very different crowd. Mostly they seemed transient. There was garbage everywhere. Beer bottles, wild pets - even an actual pig, run down RVs that were clearly full time housing for large, loud families filled the parking lot. There was loud partying far into the night.
I had my daughters car camp and locked them in while my husband and I slept in a tent behind the car. We kept being woken by a loud noise that I couldn’t identify. I thought it sounded like a bear, then maybe a plastic barrel being pulled across the concrete. Eventually - after very little sleep - we discovered it was our neighbor who had some sort of terrible sleep disorder. It was bizarre. After he woke in the morning he proceeded to urinate in from of my daughters onto the water spigot rather than in the restroom which was 50 feet away. My husband was horrified and asked what would ever possess me to bring him there. Lets just say that the beach was not reason enough.
I would not stay here again. I did not feel safe or that this was a sanitary. The price seems to attract people who are not camping so much as homeless. The bathrooms don’t get serviced often and even if they did I’m sure they’d be trashed in a matter of hours.
Katie S.GuideGrizzly Creek Redwoods State Park Campground
Camping amongst giants
Amazing campground nestled amongst the heart of the Redwood Trees. Lots of shade throughout area but limited privacy due to proximity of sites and road noise. Bathhouse has water and basic shower amentities. Nice hiking trails to explore the Redwoods within walking distance of campground. Great location to explore the forest and access the rugged California coastline.
Ross F.TravelerRichardson Grove State Park Campground
Clean
Pros: Clean campsites spaced apart reasonably with picnic tables and fire pits. Clean bathrooms. Beautiful redwoods.
Cons: no dogs allowed on the walking trails. $35 for a tent site is a lot but I’m coming to realize that’s pretty much what it costs in California. Firewood is $10.
Erin S.
LegendHidden Springs Campground — Humboldt Redwoods State Park
Family friendly campground beneath the redwoods
I stayed here in late July for three nights with my 6 year old daughter and our 3 friends. Site 13 was easily large enough for four tent set-ups in separate areas of the site, though none of them were completely level. 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. The ones with the most room and privacy were backed up against the woods/fence, and we were in one of those sites. Each sites has a metal fire barrel (with half grate), a picnic table, and enough room to park two vehicles. Each site also has redwoods growing in them and often large stumps (many with steps cuts into them for climbing). Water spigots are available about every other site.
This was a very family friendly campground. My daughter and her friend loved playing among the trees and stumps, and riding her scooter around the loop. Rangers frequently walked/drove around the campground and a camp host went around every morning to check sites and car tags. Of the three nights we were here, only one was kinda loud with music and voices, but they went subdued around 11 pm. The only other bother were the three dogs in the adjacent camp that were.... well, dogs (they barked a lot). Road noise was present but not distracting.
The location was great. You could stroll over to the visitor center (rangers set up on the outside over the weekend) or across the street to the nature trails. A short drive takes you into Myers Flat or Founders Grove, and you are smack in the middle of the Ave of the Giants. I would have given this campground 5 stars, if it wasn't for the comfort stations (bathrooms). They had a sewage backup/clog the day we arrived, so we didn;t have showers for the time of our stay. They brought in port-a-potties within hours of the restrooms being closed, but not sinks or soap. With CV-19, I was not happy about not having a clean restroom facility.
Despite this, however, I was glad I went. The area was beautiful and peaceful. We went strolling around the redwoods and swimming in the Eel River (south fork). Would recommend.
- LLaura S.Traveler
Burlington Campground — Humboldt Redwoods State Park
Quiet stay in Redwoods
Walking distance to the visitor center and other great hikes. Dog-friendly, clean restrooms/coin showers, and relatively private sites - some more than others. Beautiful surroundings!
Guide to Phillipsville
Pet friendly camping options near Phillipsville, California concentrate around the ancient redwood forests of Humboldt County. Situated at an elevation of approximately 400 feet in the Eel River Valley, Phillipsville experiences mild temperatures year-round with summer averages of 65-85°F and winter temperatures rarely dropping below 30°F. The Eel River's seasonal fluctuations create distinctly different camping experiences from spring to fall, with several campgrounds offering paths that allow dogs to safely access the water during summer months.
What to do
Hiking trails with leashed dogs: Several paths through Humboldt County's redwoods welcome dogs on fixed leashes. At Burlington Campground, "Great location, Great Experience" according to Patrick M., who adds "And then, of course, there is hiking in the redwoods!" The campground connects to multiple easy trails suitable for all ability levels.
Swimming with pets: The Eel River provides excellent swimming opportunities throughout summer. At Giant Redwoods RV & Cabin Destination, one camper mentioned, "This campground had an accessible river right next to it. Great big redwoods surrounded you on every side." River depths vary with the season - usually deepest in June and most shallow by September.
Wildlife watching: Early mornings offer opportunities to spot local wildlife. At Albee Creek Campground, the "large meadow in front of the camp sites has tall grass that helps hide the deer and bears that like to come out and eat from the fruit trees that produce during the summer time," and "it's not uncommon to stroll the meadow early morning or in the evening and see the Black Bears up the fruit trees munching away."
What campers like
Private redwood sites: Many campers appreciate the spacious, tree-covered sites. At Hidden Springs Campground, visitors note that "the camp sites are set up to make you really feel as though you're alone with the trees. The campsites nearby yours will not be of any disturbance to your getaway as each has its own part of the woods."
Clean facilities: Travelers with dogs particularly value well-maintained bathrooms and showers. One camper at Richardson Grove State Park reported, "Clean campsites spaced apart reasonably with picnic tables and fire pits. Clean bathrooms. Beautiful redwoods," though they noted "no dogs allowed on the walking trails" within the park itself.
Family-friendly amenities: Campgrounds in the area offer features that work well for families with pets. Benbow KOA received positive reviews for its "super clean" bathrooms with "quarter showers, I think it was $1.50 for 5 minutes. The toilet stalls have electrical outlets and mirrors too which is nice," making it convenient for families needing to clean up after outdoor adventures.
What you should know
Limited cell service: Most campgrounds around Phillipsville have minimal connectivity. One visitor to Richardson Grove State Park Campground noted there's "decent cell service" at the campground itself, but coverage becomes spotty when venturing deeper into the redwoods.
Seasonal water levels: The Eel River changes dramatically throughout the year. In July, visitors reported water "was warm enough in which to swim and the fish are very playful," but by late summer "the river is less healthy in August" and "water level was not that much when we had visited."
Tick prevention: Several campers mentioned ticks in the area, particularly in grassy zones. One visitor reported "a lot of ticks in the field next to our site," so pet owners should perform regular tick checks and consider preventative treatments during camping trips.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly exploration: Family campers consistently praise the interactive natural features. At Albee Creek Campground, "Bull Creek that runs along Albee is wonderful for a shady hike in the cool water while looking for frogs, turtles, snakes and salamanders. My boys love doing this and hanging out here most of the time."
Fire safety preparation: Due to persistent drought conditions, fire restrictions change frequently. One camper noted, "firewood is $10" and another mentioned "it's damp" in the redwoods, suggesting families bring fire starters and expect to pay $8-10 per bundle at most campgrounds.
Pack for temperature fluctuations: Despite summer heat, redwood forests stay cool. One camper at Mackerricher State Park Campground advised, "Towering trees cast shadows at all times of day—dress warm!" Temperature differences between sunny and shaded areas can exceed 15°F.
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategies: RVers with pets should consider location carefully. At Giant Redwoods RV & Cabin Destination, "The park itself is small, sites are tight but clean & well maintained. River access with swimming hole." Sites along park perimeters typically offer more space for pet exercise areas.
Water quality awareness: Several RVers mentioned water quality issues. One noted, "The water is brown in your camp spot," suggesting filling tanks before arrival or bringing drinking water for both humans and pets.
Parking challenges: Many redwood campgrounds have tight access roads. At Hidden Springs, reviews mention "Most of the sites are on the smaller side and sometimes cramped," and Burlington Campground visitors warned, "The sites are pretty large and had enough parking, but there is a fee for additional vehicles."
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