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Campgrounds near Piedmont, California range from tent and RV camping in urban-adjacent parks to primitive campsites in more secluded natural settings. Anthony Chabot Regional Park offers tent and RV camping within 30 minutes of the city, while Tilden Regional Park provides primitive camping options in a eucalyptus forest environment. These campgrounds serve as alternatives to more distant wilderness experiences, with most sites offering basic amenities like picnic tables and fire rings, though amenity levels vary significantly across locations.
The East Bay Regional Park District manages several campgrounds in the region, with most requiring advance reservations through their online system or by phone. "The campground is beautiful and at 50% of normal capacity even better! The campground is set among a grove of eucalyptus trees that offer shade, which would be really nice during summer, and a calming aroma," noted one visitor to Anthony Chabot. Access roads to many sites are winding and narrow, presenting challenges for larger RVs. Weather remains mild year-round, though summer fog and winter rains affect camping conditions. Many campgrounds operate year-round but may have seasonal closures for specific sites or areas during winter months.
Proximity to urban amenities distinguishes camping near Piedmont, with most campsites located within 20-30 minutes of towns and services. Several visitors mentioned appreciating the balance between natural settings and accessibility. According to one camper, "We love to camp here for barbecuing, mountain biking and hiking." Trails for hiking and mountain biking connect many campgrounds to surrounding parklands, with Lake Chabot and Briones Regional Park offering additional recreational opportunities. Wildlife viewing includes wild turkeys, deer, and various bird species common throughout the area. Campsite spacing and privacy vary substantially between locations, with some sites closely grouped while others, particularly in Anthony Chabot and Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve, offer more separation and natural screening. Cell service is generally available but can be spotty in canyon areas or more remote sections of parkland.
"as usual some spots are better than others but most close to restrooms and/or water. lots of poison oak and star thistle right off trail. great deterrent for kids to stay out of tick areas but id worry"
"Midweek in June the park, which is fairly large, is still nearly empty."
from $25 - $200 / night
Check Availability"The walk to the beach was 60 seconds and the ocean can be seen from the site. Cool ww2 structures. You get a code to open the gate uptop and drive down to park for your stay."
"If you plan to leave your cooler outside of the bear box make sure it has a lock or secure latch. 3- you get a gate code and parking pass to drive down, but have to walk your gear the last 500-1,000 ft"
from $40 - $75 / night
Check Availability"I decided to stay here, because it was the right location for my road trip, it was free, and I thought the view of the city would be excellent."
"Reasonably quiet on the side away from the road. Very safe, police patrols throughout the day/night. Good hiking areas nearby. Bathrooms and trash cans. Highly recommend as it is also completely free."
"Angel Island is a California State Park, but it's surprising how many visitors do not know of the 10 campsites scattered around the island!"
"Campsites are walk in throughout the island. Remember there will be fog and there will be wind. We try to get what they call the "group" kayak site. "
from $30 / night
Check Availability"This mountain has many of hiking trails for various levels of hikers."
"Live Oak is the closest to the entrance (and town), and features some cool rock formations to explore, but it's colder, has terrible cellular data service, and doesn't quite have the sunset / sunrise views"
from $30 / night
Check Availability"Tilden is great for anyone looking for a close park right outside of the Berkeley/San Fran area. It is a rather large park area that overlooks Berkeley."
"Tilden offers a lake in the middle to swim in and fish. The campsites have lots of fire pits. The weather is always great too!"
from $75 - $120 / night
Check Availability"If you want a great little place with quick easy access to San Francisco that has a great view of the ocean this place is great! And affordable!"
"Very nice park for an on the water location, I've been to some where you can't even turn without hitting someone."
"Beautiful trees and wonderful California charm. The campsites were decently located. Above the Mendocino coast the mornings are wet and Cold. Loved this place"
"This campground is less than an hours drive from San Francisco. It is along Sir Francis Drake Boulevard which takes you through a bunch of very cute tiny towns."
from $35 - $225 / night
Check Availability"30 mins away from the City. A bit pricy but that is to be expected in SF."
"Great location to the city and Muir woods. Good stores near by. Narrow sites. No room for awning. Close to gather. Sites are gravel and level. Nice area for pets with view."
from $99 - $115 / night
Check Availability"Magical :) I feel at Peace at Such a Beautiful Location. Its a Must see."
from $75 / night
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GuideLeft our van for the day, took an $30 uber into San Fran to visit and came back right before sunset. Busy throughout the day so therefore we felt quite safe. Stayed for the night after, with a couple of vans/car campers around us, all was quiet. No noise apart from the wind. It is a parking lot like others note but perfect for a free night so close to downtown.
ScoutWe had been looking forward to this camping trip, but unfortunately our experience at Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park in Lodi was very disappointing. Before our trip, I paid the Lock Fee($40) specifically to guarantee the campsite we had selected. However, when we arrived, we were assigned to a completely different site. After setting up our trailer, we went back to the office to ask about it. Instead of correcting the mistake, another employee told us that we didn’t even have a reservation and that we needed to leave the campground. We had to search through our emails, show our reservation confirmation, and even provide proof of payment from our bank before they finally found our reservation. Only then were we moved to the campsite we had originally reserved and paid extra to secure. Unfortunately, the worst part happened on our last night. We were camping with friends, and between us we had two electric bikes—one worth nearly$5,000 and another worth over$1,000. We went to bed around 2:30 a.m., and everything was still there. When we came out of our trailers around 8:30 a.m., both bikes had been stolen. We immediately called the police. The responding officer told us that just two weeks earlier, another camper had all of the sound equipment stolen from their vehicle at the same campground. What disappointed us most is that the campground doesn’t appear to have adequate security measures, such as surveillance cameras, and there was no warning at check-in that thefts had recently occurred. Had we known there was an increased risk, we would have taken additional precautions with our valuables. When families choose a campground like this, they expect a safe, relaxing environment where they can enjoy nature without worrying that expensive belongings will disappear overnight. The campground has great amenities and is a fun place for families, but our experience with the reservation issues and the lack of security left us extremely disappointed. I hope management takes these concerns seriously, improves security, and is more transparent with guests so other families don’t have the same experience we did.
ScoutOk, but you guys need to improve lots stuff. Pool was out of order, stuff were not that friendly, I would suggest if you can concrete sites, hard for in and out
ScoutI lived at this trailer park from October 2021 until June 2026. I loved living here and the lifestyle. I've always been on good terms with property management and owners. Wayne and I would talk often, I even bought him and his wife dinner because i noticed we're eating at the same place. I've recently been going through a divorce and spoke with Wayne about personal issues, I generally keep to myself but I thought Wayne was a man of integrity. Come to find out he's spreading my personal business throughout the trailer park. Around June 25th i asked wayne, if I could speak to him privately in his office, he said, no, my boss is in there. I then asked him about the moving out process, and if I could possibly rent another spot in the park and leave my ex wife in that spot. This is what He deemed an appropriate response in the middle of the street in front of neighbors, The property owner and staff. "Your wife has a bad reputation". What do you mean complaints? "Not only that several of your neighbors have told me that they're sleeping with your wife". I was humiliated, embarrassed would be an understatement. I then told him that i'm gonna be out of there as soon as possible. He then said "I have 6 people fighting for that spot. If you can be out by the end of the month, I'll get them in right away". Come the 1st of the month. Wayne gives me a call saying they are keeping my deposit, and I owe an additional $310 i was perplexed. After trying to talk to him about this, he became aggressive, yelling, using profanities. After realizing how this was going, I asked for an Itemize statement and a copy of my lease agreement. I also asked if I still need to pay for the next several days, can I have use to the facilities still? Pool, weight room, laundry room ect. There was a long, awkward pause, he eventually said, I would prefer if you don't. This just seemed really off to me that you are forcing me to pay, but I can't use what i'm paying for. He then said "I got shit to do bro". And hung up the phone. I've spoke to him 3 times train to get an explanation or some clarity on my end but each time I am met with aggression and being hung up on with no resolution. Today when I spoke with him, she told me, " i don't care if you pay or not. Ill send you to collections, you turned in your mail key and moved your trailer". "You don't have a leg to stand on, i suggest you sue us". I then said, wayne, this is exactly the problem.You're the property manager, you should care if your current or former tenants, our paying their bills. I'm just trying to come to a resolution. He then hung up the phone and ignored my return calls. Again the facility is great, clean, we'll maintained i really anticipated on leaving a 5 star review but the way Wayne mishandled this is disappointing to say the least. I hope the owner will please call me, Anthony Vyeda #52
Sorry to the owners of trailer tel rv park for leaving this honest review.
TravelerIt's a popular campground in the northern california that's relatively easy to book. We book 1-2 weeks before and still got a spot.
RangerNo tents, no rest room, no dump, must arrive after 4pm and leave by 9 am, MUST have your own bathroom…. But it’s like $12, and if you need to be in Benecia it’s great.
ScoutWe don't have kids, but this is a great place with a petting zoo, pool and hayride.
GuideThis campground is okay (3.5/5 stars) - the sites are close together and it seems to be very popular spot with a lot of families. Our section was fairly quiet but other areas were quite loud.
The campground is dog friendly and dogs are allowed on the paved roads. The bathrooms were pretty nice and the showers had hot water. You need to purchase a token for $1 from the park ranger when checking in and that will get you 5 minutes of hot water.
We stayed at site 49 and couldn't figure out where other folks put their tents. There was a slightly elevated area in the back left site of the campsite but it didn't look used, was on a slight hill, and looked directly into the campsite next to us so we opted to put our tent on the flat area right by the driveway.
ScoutStayed here for 2 nights. Staff was very nice and the restrooms looked great and worked perfectly fine. Very quiet.
Camping sites near Piedmont, California span from sea level locations along the bay shoreline to mountainous settings reaching elevations over 3,800 feet at Mt. Diablo. The region experiences a Mediterranean climate with summer high temperatures averaging 70-75°F and winter lows rarely dropping below 40°F. Seasonal variations include summer morning fog that typically burns off by afternoon, particularly at coastal camping locations.
Hiking ancient volcanic formations: At Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve, visitors can explore unique geological features along multiple trails. "While you can check if it's already reserved online, reservation must be completed at least 5 days in advance by calling 1-888-EBPARKS," notes Elliott B., who adds that the site offers "360 degree views of Mount Diablo, Vollmer Peak and Tilden Park."
Beach camping beneath iconic landmarks: The shores below the Golden Gate Bridge provide rare urban camping opportunities at Kirby Cove Campground. "This is an incredible spot, if you can get a reservation. Worth hiking to for the day if you can't. Right at the base of the Golden Gate with an easily accessible beach. BRING EARPLUGS. The fog horn doesn't quite if its foggy. And its LOUD," advises Ashley S.
Island exploration with city views: A 10-minute ferry ride from Tiburon opens access to secluded camping on Angel Island State Park, where campers can hike the entire island perimeter in 3-4 hours. "There are only 10 sites on the island and being so accessible from the San Francisco Bay Area (only a ferry ride away from Pier 39), you can see why it is in so high demand," explains Bryan R., who appreciates that "once the last ferry leaves, you have the island practically to yourself."
Urban-adjacent night views: Camping at H. Dana Bower Rest Area Northbound provides free accommodations with memorable vistas. "We arrived around 5:30pm, and were able to park for the night. There are several parking spots. Several other campers soon pulled in around us. It's a very busy overlook for the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz and the San Francisco Bay," reports Reed G.
Eucalyptus forest environments: The distinctive scent and unique ecological setting draws campers to stands of non-native trees throughout the area. According to Stephanie, who hiked to Mt. Diablo State Park's Juniper campground, "The sites in the teens have less overhead shade but more privacy than those of higher numbers. The sites closest to the driving road/entrance/overlook will have the potential to be downwind of the bathroom, unfortunately."
Microclimate diversity: Temperatures can vary significantly across camping locations within 30 minutes of each other. At Tilden Regional Park, Stuart K. notes the "towering Eucalyptus with a splendid arbor scent that is unmatched in any forest" and emphasizes that "what this campground lacks in ambiance, grooming and amenities, this location makes up for by putting you smack dab in the middle of some very phenomenal hiking in all of the Eastbay."
Gate closure timing: Some parks lock entrance gates at sunset, potentially trapping campers inside. Blake H. explains that at Mt. Diablo State Park, "they lock you in at sunset; if you want to leave you have to call the fire department to open the locked gate, it's not like a tiger-teeth exit but no entry kind of situation. This significantly reduces flexibility."
Wildlife encounters: Raccoons are consistently noted as particularly bold at certain camping areas. Daniel D. warns about Kirby Cove Campground: "I've been camping my whole life and NEVER have I seen raccoons so persistent. Not aggressive. Just persistent. And fearless. They. Will. Not. Leave. You. Alone. From like 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm they will stalk your site looking for ANY unsecured food."
Ferry logistics: Island camping requires planning around ferry schedules. For Angel Island State Park, Randy B. advises, "Regular campers probably appreciate this, though more and more people are learning of their existence. Campsites are all reservable on the reservecalifornia website and they are highly recommended due to the small number of sites available."
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Kids can observe deer, turkeys, and marine life depending on location. "We love Anthony Chabot! The eucalyptus groves make the air smell wonderful, and there is so much wildlife to see (deer, turkeys, owls, etc.). It's a great natural area that is so conveniently located in the Bay Area," reports Amanda P.
Educational experiences: Several camping areas feature historical sites suitable for family exploration. In describing Angel Island State Park, Haley C. notes that "the island is well equipped with various bathrooms that include flush toilets and sinks. This is a great place to visit to get views of the Bay that you cannot get anywhere else. There is plenty of hiking, beach access, paved roads for biking, and tours of the history of the island."
Day trips from campgrounds: Many camping locations serve as bases for exploring nearby attractions. At Tilden Regional Park, Nicholas M. reports that "Tilden Park is perfect for anyone whose interested in wildlife and hiking in perfect climates. Tilden offers a lake in the middle to swim in and fish. The campsites have lots of fire pits."
Limited maneuvering space: Most RV-friendly locations have tight spacing requiring careful planning. At San Francisco RV Resort, Rosie R. warns that "this RV resort gets packed!! RVs were super close together so it's a roll of the dice on what kind of neighbors you're gonna get!"
Public transit connections: Several RV campgrounds offer direct access to transportation into San Francisco. Jeff T. explains that at Marin RV Park, "A short 10 minute walk from the RV park is the ferry that will drop you off downtown San Francisco. We spent a week here and only drove when we wanted the experience driving down Lombard St and driving across the Golden Gate Bridge."
Reservation timing: Booking well in advance is essential for RV sites, especially during peak season. David M. acknowledges of Marin RV Park, "For what this RV park is designed to be, it is done very well. It's a parking lot with full hookups strategically located to public transit direct to San Francisco. It's surprisingly quiet for being in a semi industrial area right next to the 101."
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Piedmont, CA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Piedmont, CA is Anthony Chabot Regional Park with a 4.6-star rating from 29 reviews.
What parks are near Piedmont, CA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 parks near Piedmont, CA that allow camping, notably Golden Gate National Recreation Area and Point Reyes National Seashore.
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