Best Glamping near Port Hueneme, CA

Point Mugu Recreation Facility in Port Hueneme houses upscale glamping accommodations including yurts and luxury canvas tents just steps from the beach. The oceanfront property combines the comfort of resort amenities with direct beach access, featuring full hookups, private bathrooms, and picnic areas for guests seeking an elevated outdoor experience. "Beautiful Beach! Great place to go fishing, watch Sea Lions and Birds. Walking my dog on the beach. Watching the sun rise and beautiful sunsets," noted one visitor. Lake Casitas Recreation Area also offers premium glamping options with water views, comfortable accommodations, and modern conveniences including drinking water, electric hookups, and hot showers. Both locations maintain clean facilities while providing the perfect balance of natural surroundings and upscale comfort.

The beachfront setting at Point Mugu provides glamping guests with extraordinary wildlife viewing opportunities including sea lions, seals, and various bird species in the adjacent estuary. According to a camper, "We watch seals, ducks and more swimming around the beach. We practically had it all to ourselves." Safari tents and yurt rentals at these locations offer private outdoor spaces for enjoying spectacular Pacific Ocean sunsets. Recreation options include beach fishing, surfing, and equipment rentals for water activities. Ventura Beach RV Resort and Ventura Ranch KOA round out the local luxury outdoor stays with additional amenities such as swimming pools, hot tubs, and organized activities. Most glamping sites in the area operate year-round, though advance reservations are strongly recommended during summer months when these popular accommodations fill quickly.

Best Glamping Sites Near Port Hueneme, California (18)

    1. Canyon Campground — Leo Carrillo State Park Campground

    53 Reviews
    Lake Sherwood, CA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (805) 488-1827

    $45 - $60 / night

    "It was a quick drive up the coast and onto this hidden gem. You get access to a private beach with gorgeous California hill views of PCH behind you. Perfect place for families or even RVs."

    "It's on the landward side of the pch and feels like you are away from everything. The beach is accessible by a short walk that goes under the pch, so no crossing this busy road."

    2. Point Mugu Recreation Facility

    13 Reviews
    Port Hueneme, CA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (805) 989-8407

    "All are location by the base MWR outdoor recreation facility which has all kinds of beach and camping gear available to check out, like snorkels and surfboards and more, and staff to advise about local"

    "This is a wonderful campground right next to the beach however it is only available to the military and their families."

    3. Lake Casitas Recreation Area

    39 Reviews
    Oak View, CA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (805) 649-2233

    "A nice feature, (we did not take advantage of), is there is a water slide park near the entrance. As far as I know, this is a separate fee, but nothing astronomical."

    "We couldn’t have been more pleased with the location we chose!!"

    4. Ventura Beach RV Resort

    15 Reviews
    Ventura, CA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (805) 643-9137

    "Walking distance to beach. Taken well care of. Nice store on grounds. Pool and spa on site."

    "It is close to the 101 freeway, you can hear the traffic, but that didn’t bother us. Just be aware, it’s not a super quiet place."

    5. Santa Cruz Campground — Carpinteria State Beach

    50 Reviews
    Carpinteria, CA
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (805) 968-1033

    $45 - $180 / night

    "Beach is clean, swimming is mellow, the tide pools are cool, and you can walk to just about anything you need."

    "I naively thought the campgrounds wouldn’t be open to capacity and I was hoping for camping not so close to other campers."

    6. Ventura Ranch KOA

    15 Reviews
    Santa Paula, CA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (805) 933-3200

    "It had beds for a total of six people. It was hot in the daytime, and got really cold at night, so we switched to a Glamping tent. The Glamping tent was nice!"

    "Our lot was secluded, private and close to the entrance/exit. The only thing was the unlevel ground we were on. Our RV was a simple 30’ rental without any leveling."

    7. Malibu Creek State Park Campground

    39 Reviews
    El Nido, CA
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (818) 880-0367

    $45 - $225 / night

    "The drive up to the campsite and view from any location in the park is gorgeous. There’s lot of families and big groups around - so great for big groups but not if you’re looking for peace and quiet."

    "Spacious campsites with fire pits, and clean bathrooms (bring your own hand soap). Be aware of the limited hours for entering with a vehicle (8am-10pm). Would definitely camp here again!"

    8. Camp Comfort Park

    9 Reviews
    Ojai, CA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (805) 654-3951

    "electric hookups, picnic table and fire pit! AMAZING bathrooms and coin showers as well as coin laundry!"

    "Great park alongside with really nice seating and playground for kids Showers, a small well kept laundry, plus each site is meticulously cleaned after each guest leaves making it ready and fresh for new"

    9. Kenney Grove Park

    13 Reviews
    Fillmore, CA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (805) 524-0750

    "It was a lovely, quiet park that I was surprised to find tucked away in Fillmore. On the Saturday night that I stayed, it was lively with BBQers and families, but quiet by 10."

    "It’s tucked away from the street and you almost wouldn’t know it’s there! Loved this small and well kept campsite. Some of the sites are very small."

    10. Oak Park

    5 Reviews
    Moorpark, CA
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (805) 654-3951

    "There are clean flush toilets, water and fire pits available. Also multiple hiking trails right from the grounds, and some playgrounds and basketball courts. Feels very family friendly."

    "Stayed here a few times — quiet except for trains electric and sewer hook ups"

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Glamping Reviews near Port Hueneme, CA

309 Reviews of 18 Port Hueneme Campgrounds


  • Christina  S.
    Nov. 15, 2019

    Ventura Ranch KOA

    Fun place for young kids!

    We recently stayed here, for the 1st time, last week. We decided to leave the travel trailer at home, and change it up! We stayed the 1st in a large teepee. It had beds for a total of six people. It was hot in the daytime, and got really cold at night, so we switched to a Glamping tent. The Glamping tent was nice! It had a very confortable queen bed, 2 lamps, a fan, a heater, a mini fridge and a microwave. It also had a futon type couch that made into a bed. Loved the Glamping tent.

    Only downfall was, that the place does not enforce it quiet time rules. 10pm to 8 am. Late night loud groups, carrying on until 2 in the morning, loud obnoxious kids screaming at 6:15 in the morning...😩they have many beautiful Peafowl, and they can be loud too, but I only heard them once. The place has very nice tiled showers, with good water pressure, clean bathrooms, a big beautiful pool, but it was closed for the season.

    There are fire pits throughout the 76 acre park, it was nice having a campfire, since so many places don’t allow them anymore...they have a very large jumping pillow for kiddos, my 6 year had a blast playing on it. They also have a zip line, but it was damaged in the large fire last year, and is being fixed currently. There is a stream that runs thru the property, it was fun to explore. They have a rock climbing wall, that is brought out on holiday weekends.

    Lots of fun activities for kids, like crafts, making your own rocket to launch, etc. It is not the place to come, if you want a quiet, mellow place to read a book! It is busy, and loud. They do not have any laundry facilities, nor do they have a little store. The prices on everything are going up 10% on everything, next year. This means that most campsites with full hook-ups with be $ 71 a night, ( not bad ) but the large teepees will cost about $ 200 a night, and the Glamping tents, about $ 180 a night.

    You can buy a KOA discount card, for just $ 30 bucks, and it gets you 10% off, each stay for a year. Valid at all KOAs in America, and some in Australia! We had a good time, and plan to go back in the summer next year. Hopefully, with our travel trailer, it will be less loud 😉

  • Bri L.
    Jun. 12, 2018

    Camp Comfort Park

    Great Stay!

    At first, we thought it was a tad pricey but after you realize what all you’re paying for ya wonderful!

    We had an RV, two cars. and a tent and they allowed us to use one spot, for $30 a night! Which is pretty rare!

    SUPER fast wifi(if that’s your thing, we were here for a little under two weeks, so it was nice!), electric hookups, picnic table and fire pit! AMAZING bathrooms and coin showers as well as coin laundry!

    The ADORABLE town of Ojai is a quick 5 min drive up the road with anything you could ever want! The camp host is an amazing older guy, who’s incredibly friendly and takes pride in this campground!

    They lock the gates at night (you can still get in and out!) so you feel safe, they allow pets, and even though it’s buy a road you don’t hear any noise at night!

    Perk (or maybe not a perk if you’re not into it), it’s one of the most haunted campgrounds in the US!

  • John  Y.
    Aug. 16, 2019

    Reyes Creek Campground

    Off The Grid

    I prefer primitive or dispersed camping because I usually like as much privacy as I can get when I'm camping, but with current fire restrictions I was limited to developed campsites if I wanted a campfire (and what's the point of camping without a campfire?). I was also planning the trip on short notice, so developed, reserveable campsites were in short supply. Then I found Reyes Creek.

    The campground is very isolated. It's about a 40 minute drive from the nearest town (and therefore the nearest gas station or market - plan ahead). There is no power, or water. There's no cell service in the camp, but a 5 minute drive up the mountain there's a dirt lot they call the 'phone booth' that gets decent reception. The camp hosts were super friendly and helpful. There are 2 loops for campsites - the center of the main loop seemed pretty flat, but all the sites were visible to your neighbors. Sites on the outside of the main loop offered more privacy, but most appeared to not be very level, and not necessarily well laid out. I stayed in site 11 on the outside of the loop which was large and fairly quiet, but my 6 person tent just barely fit in between some trees which offered some shade and was only on a slight angle. The one downside was the bathrooms - vault toilets that varied in condition, but none that I used were particularly good. If bathroom condition is a major sticking point with you, you may want to look elsewhere.

    As an added bonus, as isolated as the place is, right outside the entrance to the campground is a bar & grill called the Camp Scheideck Lodge. They have a full bar and great food (and the customer-only bathroom is a great step up from the campground). It just changed owners last month (second time in a couple years) and the new owner, Devin, is friendly and welcoming.

    The temperature varies greatly from day to night (90's to 50's when I was there) and there are bugs a plenty, so bring repellant. Firewood is available at the camp, and ice is available at the lodge.

    So if you want a little isolation with privacy, a campfire, and a friendly bar within walking distance, this place is for you. I'll definitely be coming back.

  • Kim P.
    Oct. 7, 2019

    Ventura Beach RV Resort

    Beach close by.

    Walking distance to beach. Taken well care of. Nice store on grounds. Pool and spa on site.

  • Sam & Amy inc.  L.
    Nov. 1, 2020

    Santa Cruz Campground — Carpinteria State Beach

    Sardine in paradise

    Hadn’t been here in over 30 years and it’s still a great camping beach. Beach is clean, swimming is mellow, the tide pools are cool, and you can walk to just about anything you need. There are trains that come through right behind the campsite, but did not seem as obnoxious as I would have thought.

    Loved the whole place but one thing. The spots are tight!!!! We felt like we were on top of our neighbors and had to park our car far away. We even had one of the premium spots on the sand (360). Our fire pit and table was within feet of our neighbors stuff. So much for social distancing. Luckily, the camp host, Tom, was awesome! He saw that we got pinched in and loaned us a fire pit that we set up away from the neighbors. Very friendly staff and it appears that they are doing a lot of work on the campground to make it nicer. Just wish they’d make the spots a tad bigger.

    I’d go back for sure, but if you are in the mood for seclusion and harnessing your inner introvert. This is not the place for you.

  • Kiley S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 18, 2021

    Kenney Grove Park

    Such a Pleasant Surprise

    I stayed at Kenney Grove Park on my way from Vegas to Santa Barbara, and again on my way back. I believe it was $23 for a dry camping spot, plus another $2/night for having my dog along. It was a lovely, quiet park that I was surprised to find tucked away in Fillmore. On the Saturday night that I stayed, it was lively with BBQers and families, but quiet by 10. Shower houses were lovely for a vanlifer like me; bring your quarters as they are coin operated. Nice clean bathrooms with running water. Water spigots, picnic tables, and firepit at each site. Cute little grassy park with swings. Also- gorgeous orange groves and rose bushes decorating the road into the park. As a Midwesterner, I was in awe of that! Loved walking my pup along that road.

  • Angelica G.
    Jun. 6, 2018

    Canyon Campground — Leo Carrillo State Park Campground

    Peaceful and Serene

    We live in the South Bay and went camping here for just one night. It was a quick drive up the coast and onto this hidden gem. You get access to a private beach with gorgeous California hill views of PCH behind you. Perfect place for families or even RVs.

  • Rochelle M.
    Jul. 9, 2020

    Santa Cruz Campground — Carpinteria State Beach

    Things as Usual

    With all the Covid-19 guidelines in place for campgrounds to reopen, I was excited to see what that would look like. I naively thought the campgrounds wouldn’t be open to capacity and I was hoping for camping not so close to other campers. I don’t love how tightly packed everyone is on a normal summer camping day/night. So imagine my annoyance when it was just as tightly packed during this social distancing summer as it usually is!

    With that said, people were kind and our small campground worked for our family. The only problem we had was a neighboring campground deciding past quiet hours that it was a good time to start singing and playing the ukulele. Not sure why the camp host didn’t come tell them to be quiet. It lasted until 11:30pm at least.

    There is construction on one of the bathroom buildings so there were additional porta-pottys with portable hand washing stations next to them. These bathrooms were very clean! I was pleasantly surprised.

    We love the beach access right next to our campsite and the beautiful scenery of the mountains above. It really is a gorgeous place.

    Our boys loved guessing what trains (metro link or surf liner) were passing through- because yes- the train is a stones throw behind the sites and the trains runs frequently.

    My 4 star rating is for what it is. A great camping spot that will always be booked to capacity because it’s beach camping in Southern California. I wanted to write an updated review for those wondering what covid-19 looks like here. Well? It’s the same. Just some extra hand washing stations and some people wearing masks.

  • Steve H.
    Aug. 5, 2022

    Canyon Campground — Leo Carrillo State Park Campground

    Unexpected, good campsite

    I've often come to the beach here but not the campsite. It's on the landward side of the pch and feels like you are away from everything. The beach is accessible by a short walk that goes under the pch, so no crossing this busy road. The site has a handy store for basic needs plus toys and shirts and emergency camp stuff. Not sure if all the hookups are operational, we weren't able to get one, but there were tent campers on sites that had them? Like most places, best to book early to guarantee you get what you need. This site had a nice fire pit and table up a short hill and very private


Guide to Port Hueneme

Port Hueneme camping opportunities extend beyond the beachfront glamping highlighted at Point Mugu, with options ranging from canyon settings to lakeside retreats within a 30-mile radius. The area's Mediterranean climate creates camping conditions with warm days averaging 65-75°F year-round and cool nights, ideal for outdoor activities. Visitors seeking yurt camping near Port Hueneme, California will find several options that combine comfort with natural surroundings.

What to do

Hiking at Leo Carrillo State Park: Located in Malibu Canyon, the park offers multiple trails with scenic views just 3-4 miles from campsites. "The best part about this campground is definitely the beach access- it's about a 10-minute walk from most sites, and you can explore some amazing tide pools and caves once you get there. The kids loved searching for hermit crabs and sea anemones," notes one Leo Carrillo State Park visitor.

Fishing at Lake Casitas: The recreation area permits fishing year-round with daily permits starting at $13. "The lake offers fishing and boating, no body contact. There are several campsites around the lake. Some lakefront and some wooded," explains a camper at Lake Casitas Recreation Area.

Explore movie locations at Malibu Creek: The former film set features recognizable backdrops from MAS*H and other productions. "The state park is a former movie set and is filled with easily accessible trails for hiking and some for mountain biking. The primary trails were open fire roads with off-shoots to lakes, pools, meadows, and more," shares a Malibu Creek visitor.

Wildlife viewing at Ventura Ranch: The property maintains natural habitats with guided nature walks available on weekends. "Wild peacocks roam this campground. The facilities are well maintained and some being rebuilt after a fire. This location is more expensive than others but the views and facilities are worth it," reports a Ventura Ranch camper.

What campers like

Quieter beaches with fewer crowds: Many campers appreciate the less congested shorelines compared to LA beaches. "The beach is on the base, and has a protected wetland and then shooting range on one side then on the other is the base itself, so this beach is really JUST for those staying on the base or campground," explains a Point Mugu Recreation Facility guest.

Family-friendly amenities: Kid-focused facilities receive consistently high ratings. "The most fun is the water park. You can take a break from the heat and tube down the lazy river. Also there is a disk golf course. So much to do and see!" notes a visitor to Lake Casitas.

Unique accommodation options: Beyond standard camping, specialized lodging creates memorable stays. "We selected our campsite based on the map and online photos. We couldn't have been more pleased with the location we chose!! Our space was F-11 and after driving through all of the campgrounds, and there are many, we felt that the Fox site was best suited for us," shares a Lake Casitas visitor about their yurt camping experience near Port Hueneme.

Stargazing opportunities: Several campgrounds offer minimal light pollution for night sky viewing. "It's one of those rare places where the light pollution is truly minimal and you can really see the stars at night. A great place to see meteor showers or simply just get away from the bustle of stuff for a while," notes a Kenney Grove Park camper.

What you should know

Reservation timing: Most campgrounds require booking 3-6 months ahead for summer weekends. "Just book well in advance for summer weekends and maybe bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper," advises a Leo Carrillo camper.

Wildlife precautions: Animals frequently visit campsites, requiring proper food storage. "Also spotted a few rats at night, so definitely store your food properly," warns a Leo Carrillo State Park visitor, while another Kenney Grove camper notes, "We even had a few friendly bats fly around us."

Train noise at some locations: Railway proximity affects certain campgrounds with scheduled disruptions. "Stayed here a few times — quiet except for trains," mentions an Oak Park visitor, while another notes, "This site provides a pretty nice location close to home. The train however is also close and very loud!"

Weather preparedness: The region experiences significant temperature fluctuations between day and night. "It was hot in the daytime, and got really cold at night, so we switched to a Glamping tent. The Glamping tent was nice!" reports a Ventura Ranch KOA guest about their yurt camping experience.

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Several campgrounds feature updated play equipment for various age groups. "There's a nice park, but small, for the little campers. Each site had a fire pit and a picnic table," notes a Kenney Grove Park visitor.

Beach gear planning: Bring transportation for equipment to beach access points. "Bring a wagon if you're hauling beach gear though, as the walk can feel long with all your stuff," recommends a Leo Carrillo camper.

Activity programming: Check schedules for ranger-led events and structured activities. "Lots of fun activities for kids, like crafts, making your own rocket to launch, etc. It is not the place to come, if you want a quiet, mellow place to read a book! It is busy, and loud," shares a Ventura Ranch KOA reviewer.

Swimming alternatives: When ocean conditions aren't ideal, seek out campgrounds with pools. "The water park. You can take a break from the heat and tube down the lazy river," suggests a Lake Casitas visitor, providing options when Pacific waters are too cold or rough for young swimmers.

Tips from RVers

Hook-up variations: Electrical service ranges from 30-50 amp with inconsistent availability. "Our space had basic hook ups - there are two dump stations on site. There's a big cost differential compared to a full hook up site - if that's any concern," notes a Lake Casitas visitor.

Site configurations: Many campgrounds feature unusual parking arrangements requiring adaptations. "Some of the sites are very small. We picked a site towards the back (which actually once you drive through is closest to the main street but no street noise whatsoever)," explains a Kenney Grove camper.

Supply access: Several campgrounds lack on-site stores, requiring advance shopping. "There is a store that sells firewood and other items you may need," notes a Ventura Ranch visitor, while others mention that grocery stores in Ojai and Ventura are 10-15 minutes from most campgrounds.

Length restrictions: Large rigs face limitations at certain campgrounds. "I wouldn't suggest for really large campers. But for a van, we had power, water, bathrooms and off season prices," advises a Kenney Grove Park visitor.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Port Hueneme, CA is Canyon Campground — Leo Carrillo State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 53 reviews.

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