Best Campgrounds near Placentia, CA

Campgrounds near Placentia, California primarily consist of well-developed RV parks and established campgrounds situated in the surrounding Orange County area. Orangeland RV Park and Anaheim Harbor RV Park stand out as popular options within a short drive of Placentia, offering full hookup sites and amenities catering to both short and long-term visitors. Most facilities accommodate RVs and tent camping, with several properties also featuring cabins or yurts as alternative lodging options. The proximity to major attractions like Disneyland influences the camping landscape, with many mixed-use campgrounds designed to serve as convenient bases for exploring the region's entertainment destinations.

Access to camping areas near Placentia varies by property, with most established campgrounds requiring reservations, especially during peak tourist seasons. The majority of nearby camping options provide paved sites with full utility hookups rather than primitive or natural settings. Amenities typically include showers, laundry facilities, swimming pools, and WiFi—reflecting the urban environment of this part of Southern California. Campgrounds in the area generally remain open year-round due to the mild climate, though summer temperatures can reach uncomfortable highs. "Clean, quiet, friendly staff and great to visit Disneyland!" noted one camper about their experience at an Anaheim RV park.

Reviews highlight the convenience and location advantages of camping in this urban area rather than scenic or natural attributes. Campers frequently mention proximity to attractions as a primary benefit, with several noting the ability to walk or take public transportation to nearby destinations. While sites are generally described as well-maintained and clean, visitors should expect parking lot-style camping in many locations rather than natural surroundings. "It is basically a parking lot with hookups, but it is fairly good. Toilets and showers are nice, wifi is decent, and it is surprisingly quiet," commented one visitor about their stay. Additional amenities like heated pools, on-site security, and pet-friendly policies are frequently mentioned as positives, though some reviews note the relatively high costs compared to more rural camping options.

Best Camping Sites Near Placentia, California (194)

    1. Bonelli Bluffs

    39 Reviews
    South El Monte, CA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 599-8355

    $76 - $88 / night

    "Our experience at Bonelli Bluffs Campground was mostly positive, but there were a couple of aspects that could be improved."

    "The views around the outskirts of B loop are just lovely, the staff has been so friendly and helpful (we’re RV newbies and had a ton of questions) the store was stocked with all of the little things we"

    2. Anaheim Harbor RV Park

    13 Reviews
    Anaheim, CA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (714) 535-6495

    $55 - $70 / night

    "Nice bathrooms and hot showers with laundry on location. Good amount of space between sites. Very short drive or 20ish minute walk to Disneyland. Extremely helpful and kind staff."

    "Park is within walking to the Disneyland park. The tent sites are very small with a picnic table and AstroTurf."

    3. Prado Regional Park

    21 Reviews
    Chino, CA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 597-4260

    $47 - $120 / night

    "I grew up around in the area so I have been to this park quite a few times for a few different reasons. It is a very expansive and versatile area."

    "It's a nice park great for long walks and trail riding on bikes great for the dog 🐕 also a bit windy so you need to keep a eye on your awning, great cell service with at&t ."

    4. Rolling M. Ranch Campground — Chino Hills State Park

    14 Reviews
    Chino Hills, CA
    9 miles

    $30 - $120 / night

    "This is a nice, small campground with easy access to many freeways.  "

    "That probably makes sense since a side entrance is only a mile down the road from us. We hike this several times a month."

    5. Orangeland RV Park

    9 Reviews
    Anaheim, CA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (714) 633-0414

    $75 - $90 / night

    "Anaheim transit makes on-demand stops her to Disneyland as well as Garden Walk. Very helpful, friendly staff. Many residents mixed with overnight era or vacationers. "

    "First time staying here, it will be our place to stay in California."

    6. China Camp State Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    San Rafael, CA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (415) 456-0766

    $35 - $175 / night

    "You won't be able to drive up to your campsite. You have to carry your gear in a short distance from the parking lot."

    "Located on the west side of the San Rafael/Richmond Bridge, on San Francisco Bay, this park is extremely popular with mountain bikers. "

    7. Newport Dunes RV Resort

    26 Reviews
    Newport Beach, CA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 765-7661

    $75 - $550 / night

    "As we expected, the sites are stacked up next to each other like dominoes with minimal foliage/fencing to separate the sites."

    "There's a nice bike trail that circles around the bay, which is great for kids. Also, lots of amenities for families, including playgrounds, water toys, movie nights and fire pits."

    8. Moro Campground — Crystal Cove State Park

    35 Reviews
    Laguna Beach, CA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 444-7275

    $25 - $75 / night

    "Luckily Booked last minute on reserve California (the worst web thing ever) on site 49. Looks like there is a oven view from every site. Close to beach and shopping."

    "There is an elementary school adjacent to the campground so you get a few PA announcements to start your day. There is a small visitor's center on site."

    9. Bolsa Chica State Beach Campground

    19 Reviews
    Huntington Beach, CA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (714) 846-3460

    $60 - $70 / night

    "Beachfront camping in the heart of southern California. Concrete/asphalt sites with water electric and dump station. Adjacent to PCH so road noise but steps away from great sand beaches."

    "Super convenient beach front parking with good restrooms and outdoor showers as well as a beach path perfect for walking, biking, rollerblading, etc."

    10. Canyon RV Park

    6 Reviews
    Yorba Linda, CA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (714) 637-0210

    $90 / night

    "Been passing this exit on the 91 freewqy for 25 years and had no idea canyon Rv park was tucked in beween corona and yorba linda. I was quite amazed with the tidy faculitie a d wqs very peacefull."

    "Nothing stopped us from enjoying ourselves and relaxing. bike path nearby as well as washing and having fun."

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Recent Reviews near Placentia, CA

1208 Reviews of 194 Placentia Campgrounds


  • Anna X.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 8, 2025

    Dockweiler Beach RV Park

    Pacific touch :)

    Nice place very close to the beach with amazing Pacific view. All connections in place; sites very close to each other; a bit loud due to airport nearby. Very friendly staff. In overall good experience and recommend it :)

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Bonelli Bluffs

    Wish we could stay longer this trip

    We chose Bonelli for our shakedown trip in our new trailer (first time RVers). SO quiet. Numerous residents, but spots are mostly keep up nicely. Our rental spot has 3 trees, a picnic table, a firepit, level parking(!) and full hookups. We will be back for sure, especially since it's less than an hour from home.

  • Karen C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 28, 2025

    San Clemente State Beach Campground

    Ant Infestation !

    If they would simply notify campers upon check in of the SIGNIFICANT SEASONAL ANT INFESTATION, it could have alleviated us waking up with ants crawling on our faces in the morning. They sell diatomaceous earth for $10. And we carry it already, but all we could do was go to WAR with the ants to contain the outbreak in our camper. BTW, we carry NO food inside the camper. Had to go to 2 hardware stores to get supplies and spend significant time eradicating only 95%. SO Disappointed. Our site was near a “coyote corridor”, so maybe why we didn’t have so many squirrels! Ha Ha!

  • Julia G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 27, 2025

    Hare School Park

    Overnight parking ✅

    You can overnight park here with your RV without problems.

  • Lianne A.
    Sep. 23, 2025

    Monte Cristo Campground

    Nice Campground but Fire Restrictions!

    Monte Cristo is a nice campground not far from home. My husband and I visited this campsite for the first time just for one night. There was a fire restriction. No bonfires, no cooking on stoves and there was no water due to a leak. The bathroom that I was using I give it a 2 star.

  • Wayne S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Applewhite Campground (Ca) — San Bernardino National Forest

    Nice little park

    Very small campground. Camping sites are spread out. The access road is very narrow. We did it with a 22 foot fifth wheel. Space 41 could hold a much longer rig but it would be a challenge even getting to that space. There were only two other campers here while we were here. Lots of trees but not so thick you dont get some sun. The road getting to the campgrounds is somewhat narrow and has some hairpin turns so again it might be difficult for someone with a long trailer We camped at Applewhite Campground in a Fifth Wheel.

  • ROCKSTAR C.
    Aug. 7, 2025

    Hare School Park

    It’s the sports fields parking lot

    I’ve been here for a couple days and nobody’s mess with us. There’s other people that are staying in another parking lot attached that are homeless in their vehicles mostly cars and vans. I’m in a 25 foot Fleetwood RV. There’s a dog park kind of area with a big field they can run around and just clean up after them.There’s no public bathrooms, but there are trash cans so clean up after yourself please. It’s not tent friendly. I don’t believe.


Guide to Placentia

Camping near Placentia, California, offers a great mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities. Whether you're looking for a beachside retreat or a peaceful mountain escape, there are plenty of options to explore.

What to do:

  • Beach Access: Enjoy the sun and surf at South Carlsbad State Beach Campground. Campers love the easy beach access, with one reviewer saying, "Great little restaurant serving pizza and snacks overlooking the ocean."
  • Biking and Running: The area has fantastic bike lanes and running paths. One camper mentioned, "Great if you want to ride along PCH. This stretch has good bike lanes that take you into Oceanside or Encinitas."
  • Hiking Trails: Explore the trails at Malibu Creek State Park Campground. A visitor noted, "Nice, small campground with hiking trails easily accessible."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the campgrounds. A review for San Mateo Campground — San Onofre State Beach states, "Clean bathrooms and showers, but we stayed midweek and the place was very, very minimally occupied."
  • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer generous space between sites. One camper at Dogwood Campground said, "Most of the sites are spaced out fairly decently."
  • Beautiful Views: Campers rave about the stunning views. A visitor at Moro Campground — Crystal Cove State Park shared, "Almost every site has an ocean view of some kind."

What you should know:

  • Crowded on Weekends: Many campgrounds can get busy, especially on weekends. A review for San Mateo Campground mentions, "It can get very crowded and packed."
  • Limited Hookups: Some campgrounds, like Doheny State Beach Campground, have limited electric hookups. A camper noted, "Right on the ocean. No hookups. Kind of crowded!"
  • Noise Levels: Be prepared for noise from nearby roads or other campers. One camper at Lake Perris State Recreational Area Campground said, "The campground itself is pretty nice... but there was a large group of people blasting their music until 2/3 AM."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for campgrounds with amenities for kids. A reviewer at Bonelli Bluffs mentioned, "The campground itself was well-maintained, and the surrounding natural beauty made for a peaceful retreat."
  • Plan Activities: Bring bikes or plan hikes to keep the kids entertained. One camper at Serrano Campground said, "There is a biking trail that goes through the campground that was well used."
  • Pack Snacks: Having snacks on hand can make a big difference. A camper at South Carlsbad State Beach Campground enjoyed the "great little restaurant serving pizza and snacks."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check for Hookups: Make sure to confirm if the campground has the necessary hookups for your RV. A visitor at Bonelli Bluffs noted, "Most the campers have their own facilities."
  • Arrive Early: To secure a good spot, especially on weekends, arrive early. One camper at San Mateo Campground advised, "If you get a site at the far ends, it's a hike to go in and out."
  • Be Mindful of Noise: Keep noise levels down to respect your neighbors. A camper at Lake Perris State Recreational Area Campground mentioned, "Rangers were few and far between and did nothing to uphold the rules."

Camping near Placentia, CA, has something for everyone, from beach lovers to mountain adventurers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Placentia, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Placentia, CA offers a wide range of camping options, with 194 campgrounds and RV parks near Placentia, CA and 5 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Placentia, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Placentia, CA is Bonelli Bluffs with a 4.4-star rating from 39 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Placentia, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 5 free dispersed camping spots near Placentia, CA.

What parks are near Placentia, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 10 parks near Placentia, CA that allow camping, notably Angeles National Forest and Mojave River Dam.