Best RV Parks near Pinnacles, CA

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Best RV Sites Near Pinnacles, CA (73)

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    1. Thousand Trails San Benito

    12 Reviews
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    55 Saves

    Monterey Bay RV campground and preserve is nestled in rolling hills about 14 miles south of Hollister, California. The climate is tempered by the ocean, which is only 50 miles to the west, and wildlife is abundant throughout the area. San Benito RV Resort 's modern facilities ensure convenience and comfort. The on-site live entertainment and planned activities keep things interesting. When it's time to explore the area, there are many natural attractions and activities around San Benito RV Resort , such as the Pinnacles National Monument, fresh and salt-water fishing, and golf courses. Visit the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium during your time at Thousand Trails' Monterey Bay RV campground. It's an experience that won't be forgotten! See wildlife & natural attractions from a Monterey Bay RV campground Whether you're planning a retreat for the whole family, a group of friends or a getaway for two, there's no shortage of unique activities to explore at San Benito RV & Camping Resort. Plan activities upon arrival or visit this page before your departure to plan ahead. Looking for more? Our friendly staff can fill you in on all of the great ways to make your stay a memorable experience.

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    2. Yanks RV Resort

    10 Reviews
    23 Photos
    46 Saves
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    3. Monterey Pines RV Park - Military

    8 Reviews
    11 Photos
    63 Saves
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    4. Caspar Beach RV Park & Campground

    19 Reviews
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    60 Saves
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    5. Carmel by the River RV Park

    11 Reviews
    32 Photos
    237 Saves

    Located in Carmel Valley, we are close to everything connected to your Carmel/Monterey vacation. 10-15 minutes gets you to Carmel and Monterey and your toes in the Pacific Ocean. Golfing? Pebble Beach is 15 minutes away. Hiking? Garland Regional Park is less than 10 minutes. Great food? we are surrounded by it in every direction. Big Sur, just down the road on US 1 about 30-40 minutes. We have great Wifi and our new Business Lounge is open for you remote workers. No more chilly mornings on Zoom. And there is a coffee bar in there too. An RV-only park so we cannot welcome tent campers but do recommend our neighbor park, Saddle Mountain for those folks. Come stay with us once and we will make sure you come back. Thank you and Safe Travels.

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    6. Marina Dunes RV Park

    9 Reviews
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    7. Casa de Fruta RV Orchard Resort

    3 Reviews
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      8. The Garlic Farm RV Park

      1 Review
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      9. Thousand Trails Morgan Hill

      7 Reviews
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      110 Saves

      Morgan Hill RV Camping , a Thousand Trails RV campground in California , offers all of the famous views and vineyards that draw visitors year after year. Surrounded by the rolling hills of the Santa Cruz Mountains in the southern end of the Silicon Valley (Santa Clara County), this 66-acre RV campground preserve is a perfect home base in California for touring many of the popular attractions and destinations in the Central Coast. More than 20 wineries and vineyards inhabit the local area, and there is a train depot only six miles from Morgan Hill and the RV camping preserve. Additionally, Uvas Creek flows through the campground, offering scenic views. At Morgan HIll RV Camping , you'll find plenty to do on-site as well as have access to nearby hiking trails and fishing areas that connect to our RV campground in California. Scenic RV Campground in California Whether you're planning a retreat for the whole family, a group of friends or a getaway for two, there's no shortage of unique activities to explore at Morgan Hill RV Resort. Plan activities upon arrival or visit this page before your departure to plan ahead. Looking for more? Our friendly staff can fill you in on all of the great ways to make your stay a memorable experience.

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      10. Gilroy Garlic USA RV Park

      4 Reviews
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    Recent RV Reviews In Pinnacles

    702 Reviews of 73 Pinnacles Campgrounds


    • Amy M.
      Camper-submitted photo from Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
      Oct. 17, 2024

      Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

      Amazing

      Camped with family over Memorial Day weekend. Park was busy , but amazing. Everyone is very friendly and helpful. Our camp neighbors were awesome. Bathroom and showers clean. We camp here at least twice a year. Can’t wait to come back.

    • KThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Salinas-Monterey KOA
      Oct. 8, 2024

      Salinas-Monterey KOA

      Parking lot with a pool

      Pretty basic place. Level, noisy highway. Very friendly staff clean. I enjoy more of the outdoors so not really my cup of tea. Very narrow spaces.

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      Aug. 30, 2024

      Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

      The Off Season Love Affair in Big Sur

      I know we all rant here about how, “if you can go outside school holidays, you’re in for a real treat!” The most popular places, like Pfeiffer, can be nuts in the high season, although socially, that can be fun, too. 

      However, I have had the nicest times in the Winter here, truly. Christmas, Thanksgiving, special moments. The winter sun and sunsets are extraordinary. The Big Sur community, chill and awesome without all the tourist pressure. 

      Another fun fact… sometimes, when I have come back from a backpacking trip in the area, I will book a day or night, even if I don’t SPEND the whole night, because the showers are SO GOOD. And you know what’s it like to want a decent shower after you’ve been in the muck a few days.

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      Aug. 30, 2024

      Pinnacles Campground — Pinnacles National Park

      The Pinnacles are Other-Worldly - this is your launchpad

      I didn’t enjoy this campground for years — I’d always drive home, to my cooler coastal home. It is WICKED hot in the summer. But one time, I joined my daughter, who did have a summer reservation, and I changed my mind! They have a pool! The kids are thrilled! There are beautiful tucked away campsites in the shade, by a creek. Really enjoyed cooking in the evenings outside and settling in. By day, of course, the trails are wild, like a moonscape. In spring, it’s a wildflower fantasia. 

      I was selfishly a little sad when Pinnacles became a national monument, instead of a regional secret. But I’m so glad they got the money, they deserve it! Note: I discovered it because my kids were in rock climbing classes in town, and “this” was the field trip. So exciting to see their first climbing and bouldering outside.

    • Brittanie F.The Dyrt PRO User
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      Aug. 26, 2024

      Big Sur Campground & Cabins

      Staff are awful

      Long story short the staff were unhelpful and lied about there being multiple spots open. When we arrived the people in the spot next to us had completely blocked our spot with one of their cars and were using our table. Had to asked a second time to be moved spots and only found out there were available spots when someone without a reservation showed up to registration when I was up there complaining.

    • Jason M.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Gilroy Garlic USA RV Park
      Aug. 25, 2024

      Gilroy Garlic USA RV Park

      Great Layover

      We had a quick three-day trip here to visit family. The pool is small, yet well-kept and we had it to ourselves every time we went each day. The park was perfect for the kids biking around through the short- and long-term areas.

    • Julia H.
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      Aug. 6, 2024

      Upper Sweetwater Laguna Mountain Campground

      Great

      Great spot. takes like a whole hour to get there. you’ll lose reception about half way getting there (at least with Verizon you will). i went early August and there was only one other camper van. very quiet. AMAZING sunset view. one of the best i’ve seen. just wished there was signal , for safety reasons.

    • Michael O.
      Camper-submitted photo from Saddle Mountain Ranch
      Aug. 2, 2024

      Saddle Mountain Ranch

      In between camping and glamping, but somehow neither

      So, if you’re looking to be in nature and have a proper camping experience, this ain’t it. If you want a resort style vacation, this isn’t it either… yet somehow it’s a little of both. I wouldn’t recommend tent camping because you’re literally right next to your neighbor camping and isn’t really in the “woods”. Suggest you get a delux tent which includes a bed, fire pit and bbq. That’s why I’ve rated it high because it’s what I needed for one night. Plus the pull and games (corn hill, ping pong) are nice additions. Just know what you’re in for.

    • Chris N.The Dyrt PRO User
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      Jul. 21, 2024

      Veteran's Memorial Park Campground

      Affordable Monterey/Carmel Access

      I have family in Monterey, but can't see paying the higher prices for a hotel or home rental when I visit. This location gives you complete access to the beautiful surrounding area at a price that doesn't hurt. Showers, restrooms, tables and fire rings make it really sweet for the family on a light camping adventure. I dry camp a lot, and having the amenities is worth the fees they're asking. Your best bet to get a site is to show up a day or two early, if you can, due to a first come first serve policy for sites. The early bird gets the worm. No reservations can be made.

    • LThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Pinto Lake City Park
      Jun. 30, 2024

      Pinto Lake City Park

      Small City Park... Good Option for short and/or Longer Stays

      Small city park with RV Parking on grass between lake and baseball fields.  Sites almost level; however, might need to use a few blocks.  Park was busy with locals using pavilions for birthday and other parties when we visited on a Saturday in June.  Adjacent baseball field was busy on Sunday morning with little league game and parking lot was full.  Cars were being parked in unused RV spots.  Many people were fishing from the shoreline.  Many Candian geese (with poop) were in the dock area and alone the shoreline.  Some ducks made themselves at home in the shade under our RV.  Temperature was considerably cooler versus the very hot temps only a few miles further inland.  Nice that each site has electric / water / sewer hook-ups.  Two rest rooms (one by lake and one by baseball field) were a little dirty due to heavy use.  Unfortunate there are no showers and that you can only walk around perhaps 10% of the lake shoreline.  Quiet at night as they lock the park gate... they give you an access card ($25 deposit req'd) if you need to leave and return after gate is locked at night.  Called and requested my $25 credit after refund was not automatically received a few days later.  Credit was immediately made.  A good option especially if parks along the coast are booked and you want reasonably cool temperatures.  Would stay again.

    • dThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Mercey Hot Springs
      Jun. 19, 2024

      Mercey Hot Springs

      Amazing Place

      I Van Camped at Mercey Hot Springs for 5 days. When I arrived the nights were hot so I decided to take an AC Cabin #10 where I could park right next to the cabin and slept comfortably. I moved to a RV camp site #5 when the temps at night were a more comfortable mid 60s. I love that the hot tubs are available all night long. It allows for long soaks while star gazing. The therapeutic water is magical some of the best I have found. As soon as you enter the pool or hot tubs you feel the smooth water on your skin. The hot tubs are all oversized privet bath tubs that you fill with mineral water of your desired temperature. This is a completely off the grid resorts that has good energy and tranquil atmosphere. It is very clean with clean bath rooms and showers. When I was there in June 2024 they did not have the restaurant open yet but one looks like it is in the near future. They do have snacks, cold drinks, coffee, ice cream and Ice in the front office for purchase. I took the short hike up the hill to see the solar array, while up there I discovered a most amazing triple Labyrinth circle walk that was very mindful experience. I have never seen such a neat labyrinth as this. Truly an amazing stay, I will be back.

    • Michelle W.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Coyote Lake Harvey Bear Ranch County Park
      Jun. 17, 2024

      Coyote Lake Harvey Bear Ranch County Park

      So many animals and birds

      I had a big spot and no neighbors my entire half of the campground on a Monday night in June. I was under 2 big oaks that were buzzing with bird activity.
      The bathrooms were clean and I had water on my site. I had some AT&T service.

    • Tammy P.The Dyrt ADMIN User
      Camper-submitted photo from Kirk Creek Campground
      Jun. 14, 2024

      Kirk Creek Campground

      Most beautiful view

      small hill top campground with amazing sunrise and sunset view. There is a small trail to go down the beach right next to camp site #22 Avoid sites that close to the restroom as it can get very smelly. Site #7,8,9 are the best with open space for ocean views. Can get very windy at night (depending on on season) so secure down your tent tightly

    • Jose J.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Monterey Pines RV Park - Military
      Jun. 14, 2024

      Monterey Pines RV Park - Military

      Beautiful RV Park and golf course

      Campground is for active duty, retired military and DoD Civilians. Pretty quiet with the exception of the Monterey Regional Airport next to it and even then it wasn’t very noticeable. The golf course next to it is beautiful so bring your sticks or rent them from the clubhouse. One of the more affordable courses to play in the area. Our site was level left to right but we did have to jack the front of the trailer up higher than usual. Clean restrooms and bath house. FREE LAUNDRY FACILITIES TOO. Definitely want to go back but for a longer stay.

    • Tippy B.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Veteran's Memorial Park Campground
      Jun. 12, 2024

      Veteran's Memorial Park Campground

      Perfect access to Big Sur & Pebble Beach

      We were driving thru and needed a place to van camp. Found this location from the dyrt app. The camp site is located on park grounds. If you have little ones they’ll have fun on the playground. Parking was easy to pick for us. There’s also hot showers which is only open from 7AM to 9PM. Someone will turn the water access off outside of those time frames. They will also allow showers with no camping option which is $4. Overall for the stay being only $47, having the options of a hot shower, rest rooms and ability to have a fire pit and the convenience of the Big Sur, makes this site worth it.

    • NThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Saddle Mountain Ranch
      Jun. 9, 2024

      Saddle Mountain Ranch

      Nice but crowded

      First of all this place is beautiful. It is a very well maintained campground. Its set up is very much like a KOA. The sites are very close to each other. There is room enough for your rig but parking is elsewhere and limited. The bathrooms are clean but small. On the men’s side there is one stall and one separate shower. There is another site but I didn’t see it. Overall I suppose if RV camping is your thing it’s ok. I just don’t like being this close to people when I am on vacation. It’s like a hotel room without walls. It was convenient, clean, and close to where I needed to go.

    • Eva C.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Road's End, Bradley Lockwood
      Jun. 8, 2024

      Road's End, Bradley Lockwood

      Beautiful and peaceful

      The sites are clean and the views are lovely. We loved the fire pits and the string lights hanging from the trees. Very nice atmosphere.

    • Sonya S.
      Camper-submitted photo from Sunset State Beach
      May. 31, 2024

      Sunset State Beach

      Clean and quite

      This is a beautiful place, camp site behind woods, this, waving sound won’t bother at night.

      Very clean and friendly staffs

    • Lori T.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Mount Madonna
      May. 28, 2024

      Mount Madonna

      Great Campground

      Loved everything about this campground! Registration online was really easy as was the check-in process. We stayed in Valley View 1, site 106. There was really no road noise at our site, though a few sites further around the loop did have noise. This particular site has a trail leading directly to the vast network of hiking trails. Huge bonus for us and we were pleasantly surprised that not one person used our site as a cut through. On the subject of hiking, this is a county park that allows dogs on ALL the trails. It’s hard to find that sometimes so we greatly appreciated how dog friendly it was. We didn’t actually encounter anyone else as we hiked, so I can’t attest to whether folks follow the rule that dogs must be on a 6 ft lead on the trails, but they certainly did in the campground. There are quite a few trails that are currently closed due to storm damage, but crews were actively working on them.

      While the sites are a little close to each other, those on the outside of the loop had a great deal of privacy. Inner loop sites have none, but would be great if you were camping with friends. We didn’t use the restrooms or showers, but peeked in them anyway. Like everything else in this campground, they were clean and well maintained.

      The RV sites have both water and electric hookups which was great! There is a very convenient FREE dump station just inside the entrance to the park that we used as we departed.

      Our friends stayed in one of the yurts and it was great, albeit a little cold for them at night. I believe there are 2 dog friendly yurts. 106RV

      What a gem of a campground! We’ll definitely come back!

      Important to note that you can actually get a cell signal if you walk to the dump station!



    Guide to Pinnacles

    Camping near Pinnacles, California, offers a unique blend of stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures. Whether you're looking to hike, stargaze, or just relax in nature, there’s something for everyone.

    What to do:

    • Hiking: Explore the breathtaking trails at Pinnacles Campground. One reviewer mentioned, “By day, of course, the trails are wild, like a moonscape. In spring, it’s a wildflower fantasia.”
    • Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for wildlife at Laguna Seca Recreation Area. A camper noted, “Seen a ton of wildlife and overall wasn’t very crowded. Great for star gazing.”
    • Rock Climbing: If you’re into climbing, check out the nearby rock formations. A visitor shared, “So exciting to see their first climbing and bouldering outside” at Pinnacles Campground.

    What campers like:

    • Scenic Views: Campers rave about the views at Laguna Mountain Campground. One camper said, “Really awesome area. Beautiful sunset over the mountains.”
    • Clean Facilities: Many appreciate the cleanliness of the campgrounds. A review for Yanks RV Resort stated, “The bathrooms are very private and look like what you would find in a home. Very impressive.”
    • Quiet Atmosphere: Campers enjoy the peacefulness of places like Upper Sweetwater Laguna Mountain Campground. One camper noted, “Only one other person camping in February. Large spaces, quiet.”

    What you should know:

    • Heat in Summer: If you’re camping in the summer, be prepared for high temperatures at Pinnacles Campground. One camper warned, “It is WICKED hot in the summer.”
    • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Arroyo Seco, don’t have showers or water hookups. A visitor mentioned, “There is no water close to the campsite.”
    • Wildlife Precautions: Raccoons can be a nuisance, especially at China Camp Campground. A camper advised, “Don’t forget to lock your bear box.”

    Tips for camping with families:

    • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with pools, like Pinnacles Campground. A parent shared, “They have a pool! The kids are thrilled!”
    • Space for Kids to Play: Choose sites with ample space, such as Thousand Trails San Benito. One family said, “There was plenty of room and space with decent privacy.”
    • Plan for Mosquitoes: Be ready for mosquitoes in the evenings. A camper at Arroyo Seco noted, “When it hit about 6pm the mosquitoes came out.”

    Tips from RVers:

    • Check for Hookups: Make sure to verify if your chosen campground has electric hookups. For example, Yanks RV Resort offers them, while others like Laguna Mountain Campground do not.
    • Arrive Early: Popular spots fill up quickly, especially on weekends. A visitor at Laguna Seca Recreation Area mentioned, “Get there EARLY if you do want to find a parking spot.”
    • Bring Extra Supplies: Some campgrounds, like Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area, have limited stores. A camper advised, “There is a store at Lodge campground with basic snacks and camping supplies.”

    Camping near Pinnacles, California, is a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors. With a little planning and these tips, you can have a memorable experience in this beautiful area.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Which is the most popular RV campsite near Pinnacles, CA?

      According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near Pinnacles, CA is Thousand Trails San Benito with a 4.3-star rating from 12 reviews.

    • What is the best site to find RV camping near Pinnacles, CA?

      TheDyrt.com has all 73 RV camping locations near Pinnacles, CA, with real photos and reviews from campers.