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This is a great camp ground. Plenty of activities. Showers are clean, laundry room takes tap pay.
Cabin Camping near Redwood City, CA
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Several cabin options dot the wooded hills near Redwood City, California with varying comfort levels and amenities. Big Basin Redwoods State Park, though currently closed due to wildfire damage, previously offered tent cabins with double beds, tables, and wood-burning stoves for heat. Santa Cruz North-Costanoa KOA provides cabins with electric hookups, running water, and more extensive amenities. A review mentioned, "The tent cabins are just adorable and so cozy. The sites are nice and distanced from each other, bathrooms were in great shape and it was pet friendly." Steep Ravine Campground at Mount Tamalpais State Park features rustic cabins with million-dollar ocean views, sleeping platforms for up to six people, and wood-burning stoves.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Del Valle Campground offers cabin rentals with electric hookups and full amenities, while Mount Madonna County Park provides more basic accommodations. Most cabins require reservations well in advance, particularly for Steep Ravine where bookings must be made six months ahead. A visitor noted: "These cabins are well worth the cost. There is a separate bedroom, you could sleep 2 couples on beds easily with extra floor space and a small individual bunk for larger families." Pet policies vary by location, with some parks like Big Basin and Santa Cruz KOA allowing pets, while others like Steep Ravine prohibit them.
Most cabins include basic furnishings but require visitors to bring their own linens, pillows, and cooking equipment. Some locations like Big Basin offered packages with bedding, cooking utensils, and firewood. Fire rings or charcoal grills are common at most cabin sites for outdoor cooking. A recent review noted: "We got a package with the tent cabin that came with bedding, cooking utensils and firewood, so were pretty much set once we got there." On-site camp stores are available at some locations like Cotillion Gardens RV Park and Santa Cruz KOA, while others require trips to nearby towns for supplies. Wildlife-proof food storage lockers are provided at most sites, though campers are advised to secure all food properly.
Best Cabin Campgrounds near Redwood City (18)
1. Lower Blooms Creek — Big Basin Redwoods State Park — CAMPGROUND CLOSED
"We got one of the tent cabins, which are just adorable and so cozy. The sites are nice and distanced from each other, bathrooms were in great shape and it was pet friendly."
"We stayed in a tent cabin at the Huckleberry campground which was nicer than we thought it would be. It had just the right amount of space for my wife and I, our two daughters and all our gear."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $35 / night
2. Costanoa Coastal Lodge & Campground
"The sites in the Eucalyptus loop where we were had back-in sites, with a paved driveway, and are level. The sites have a picnic table, a fire ring, and wood-fenced platforms."
"Once we figured it out, the late check in paperwork was detailed on how to find our space."
Check Availabilityfrom $100 - $200 / night
3. Del Valle Campground — East Bay Regional Park District
"It’s a cozy place with boat rentals! Plenty of shade and bathrooms available. Only reason got 4 star is the constant blue-green algae, making the water unavailable for swimming."
"Our campsite (#139) could have used some shade, but we had plenty of space and the views were awesome. Almost every site was occupied, but luckily everyone respected the quiet hours."
Check Availabilityfrom $15 - $200 / night
4. Treasure Island MH and RV Park
"Bathrooms are clean. laundry room very large and has many washers and dryers. Subway close walk, MUNI is at the park entrance. A gas station and Grocery store are both across the street."
5. Samuel P. Taylor State Park Campground
"Site had a fire ring, picnic table, and a stone grill. The grounds had running water, flush toilets and quarter showers. Camped here at night and explored point reyes during the day."
"This campground is beautiful, set in the redwoods, with a creek and nature trails. It has all the amenities: flush toilets, showers, fire pits, running water, and grills."
Check Availabilityfrom $35 - $225 / night
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7. Steep Ravine Campground — Mount Tamalpais State Park
"These cabins are well worth the cost. There is a separate bedroom, you could sleep 2 couples on beds easily with extra floor space and a small individual bunk for larger families."
"There are dish washing spigots scattered among the cabins. There are wheelbarrows for schlepping your stuff to the cabins and campsites; more on that later. And charcoal grills outside each cabin."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $25 - $100 / night
8. Cotillion Gardens RV Park
"Park is rustic, but has a lot of amenities and is very close to Santa Cruz. We visit family and friends in the area often, but this was the first time we camped in the area."
"Entrance is a little nerve racking on your first visit, but once your at your site you can relax. Bathrooms are a little dated, no cell service but good WiFi if your close to the office."
Check Availabilityfrom $60 - $100 / night
9. Mount Madonna County Park
"There's something for everyone here, RVers, tenters, and those who want to rent tent cabins. There are plenty of trails to hike, as well as equestrian trails. No bikes on trails though."
"Location & Safety: Conveniently located between San Jose and Monterey - easy access off Highway 152. Felt completely safe throughout the stay."
10. Redwood Resort RV Park & Campground
"Was able to book the night before and get the last full hookup spot."
Check Availabilityfrom $55 - $75 / night
Drive Time
- 24 min from San Jose, CA
- 26 min from San Francisco, CA
- 44 min from Santa Cruz, CA
- 56 min from Vallejo, CA
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Cabin Reviews near Redwood City, CA
269 Reviews of 18 Redwood City Campgrounds
- TTamatha B.Traveler
Treasure Island MH and RV Park
Henry in the office is amazing. Bathrooms are clean. laundry room very large and has many washers and dryers. Subway close walk, MUNI is at the park entrance. A gas station and Grocery store are both across the street.
- TTwindaddy
GuideDel Valle Campground — East Bay Regional Park District
East Bay Parks - IYKYK
Like most/all east bay parks, this is well appointed for the masses. It’s also surrounded by rolling hills and close to suburbia. For many, these are positives. As an east bay resident they are for me as well. Del Valle is a bit more removed than many east bay parks. From my location in Fremont, it’s a one hour drive. A pleasant drive for the most part. I camp to get away for a bit and almost always to mountain bike. As such, I seek parks that have trails. Del Valle has a map of many trails. They also appear on many of the mapping services used by mountain bikers. Review those and digest them if this is also your intention - these are east bay parka style trails. In other words, mostly steep and loose fire roads, with many “social trails” sprinkled between. If you are compelled to stay legit/legal trails, bring an ebike. Now on to the camping. I picked a spot as far removed from any booked spot on the map. I triple checked this up until the day before I arrived. I want solitude! When I arrived Thursday afternoon, I was surprised to see the sites just 3 spaces away, on both sides, occupied. This is a fairly compact area. And while I’m sure they’re lovely folks, this isn’t what I expected on a Thursday. Saturday? Sure. Anyway… be aware that these reservation services aren’t completely reliable in that regard. The bathrooms and showers are amazing! Clean, smell good, cared for. Noteworthy is the hot showers in the camp grounds are free and your one push of the button provides water for two minutes I'd guess. Very nice! The space, 135 for me, is okay. A couple trees for shade, a nice table and fire pit. It’s now dark and the noise is minimal - mostly from the group campsite just down the hill. I’ll update this with more details in the coming days since it’s a 4 day visit.
Update 1: it’s my first morning here. Using starlink as there is no cell signal to be found. What I noticed last night was that this park is directly below the flight path to the local airports. Every couple minutes last night, a plane would fly overhead. According to flight aware, they’re at about 10,000 feet. If this will ruin your getaway, you’ve been warned.
Update 2: On Friday night, the majority of the spots were filled. Many large groups of people with varying degrees of consideration, but to their credit almost all (except the barking German Shepard) were quiet by 10PM. It was a bit more crowded come Saturday morning. Some friends came to visit for a mountain bike ride, and we set off at about noon. I had been complimentary of the facilities and bragged that I'd be taking a nice shower after our ride. Unfortunately, upon our return, there was no hot water and no lighting in the showers. And, sadly, someone decided to remove the tags and hangers from their TJ Maxx haul and leave them all over the floor of two of the showers.
Verdict: I'd only come back here in the springtime when it's likely to be green and have some water in the arroyo and only during the week. The density and composition of the people here was akin to being at Costco on a Saturday, and I only did that once.
Sidney C.TravelerOlema Campground
Loved it!
Had a late check in after scheduling in the same day, but the staff were so welcoming and helpful over the phone! The campsite is so clean you could walk around barefoot. the scenery is so beautiful with sheep, cattle, mountains and a stream surrounding/on the property. Would definitely recommend
David W.GuideBeach RV Pleasure Point
Convenient spot in Santa Cruz
I came into Santa Cruz to visit family and needed a place to park my bus while there- this park was available and fit my needs perfectly. It’s a simple gravel parking lot set up - clean bathrooms / showers, full hookups. Not what I would call camping but a great place to stay with proximity to the things that matter.
Tim P.TravelerThousand Trails Morgan Hill
Great Campground
I liked this Thousand Trails resort because it’s more like camping. The staff is amazing. The facilities are great amazing big pool. The only problem I had is they didn’t have any sewage hook up, but I have a tote so it wasn’t that big of a deal.
- TTom H.Guide
Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay KOA Holiday
Great place for kids, lots to do.
Koa’s in this area are typically expensive and this is no exception. But, for families it may be worth it. Playground, jumping, bouncing area, dog yard. Lots to do. It has good shower facilities, bathrooms are clean. For retirees and older folks, it may not be worth it. Not much room between sites and lots of kids for the nervous folks. My site (35) was electric and water only with a dry creek behind us. My only beef (and it was not only with the campground, but with irresponsible dog owners) was the piles of poop I had to pick up before I could safely walk around. Come on people! If you own a dog, please take care of them and pick up after them. Otherwise, the location was convenient, the place was clean (exception noted) and I will likely return.
Rosa M.
ScoutCarnegie State Vehicular Recreation Area
Stayed 2 nigths, it was perfect
We stayed 2 nigths, 10$ per night. The staff was very kind. The place has showers and bathrooms clean enough for being it the middle of towns. Each space has a fire ring and a table. There's a little bit of noise in the morning and afternoon because of the cars that avoid the highway and pass nearby. It's first come first served. Overall, it's a very safe and good place to camp
Lee D.
LegendSanta Cruz/Monterey Bay KOA Holiday
Many options for families
General: So many options, including full hookup back-in or pull-thru sites, sites with just w/e, pet sites, nine different types of cabins, and tent sites. Some sites are paved and some are gravel.
Bath/Shower: The one closest to our site had a women's and men's restroom, and the showers are individual units but shared for both genders. I expected a more upscale shower (it was ok but a little tight, skimpy on hooks and no bench).
Activities/Amenities: So many amenities including a pool and hot tub, playground, jump pad, climbing “palms”, rec center with bike rentals and concessions, and a train (I’ve probably missed a few). Laundry is available on site (operated via an app and your phone).
Although this is not our preferred type of camping, after five nights in California State parks with limited amenities, we stayed here for hot showers, laundry, and full hookups for van maintenance. This was a typical KOA in many ways, but one thing that was different was that we had to wear wristbands, and there was a gate to enter and leave. While it should have made us feel safe, I wondered why there were extra security features.
Guide to Redwood City
Cabin camping near Redwood City, California offers overnight options ranging from rustic to deluxe accommodations among coastal redwoods. Located on the San Francisco Peninsula with elevations ranging from sea level to 2,600 feet at the ridgelines, this region experiences cool morning fog and mild daytime temperatures typically between 50-70°F. Most cabins require advanced planning with some locations booking up to six months ahead.
What to do
Hiking among redwoods: Samuel P. Taylor State Park provides multiple trail options through old-growth redwood forests. "The paved path runs for at least a mile or so along the creek, that used to be the old railroad line through that area. They have informational signs all over the place providing historical or ecological information," notes one visitor to Samuel P. Taylor State Park Campground.
Beach exploration: Cabins at Olema Campground provide access to Point Reyes National Seashore beaches. "If you want to explore the Point Reyes National Seashore you do not have many options. This facility has been there a long time, and while not the best, it gives you great access," says a camper about Olema Campground.
Family activities: Santa Cruz North-Costanoa KOA offers numerous organized events. "The resort also has great activities for kids that they occasionally bring on site, such as a climbing wall and nature talks with live animals," mentions a visitor who appreciated the family-friendly options.
Archery: Mount Madonna County Park maintains a dedicated archery range. "There is an archery trail with 28 targets on a trail through the woods. We were there 3 days in a row and did 20 of the 28. It's really pretty and a cool challenge," shares an enthusiastic archer who visited the park.
What campers like
Wildlife viewing: Campers at Del Valle Campground regularly spot local animals. "There was quite a bit of wildlife roaming through the park mainly in the early morning. I saw deer and turkeys roaming the campground," reports a visitor who appreciated the natural surroundings.
Redwood rainfall: The unique microclimate at Mount Madonna creates an interesting phenomenon. "This is the only place I've seen the redwood trees harvest the fog and make their own rain, which is pretty cool. In the morning it's raining under the redwood trees but not under the madrone or tan oak trees, which is wild," describes a camper at Mount Madonna County Park.
Ocean views: Cabins at Steep Ravine provide unmatched coastal panoramas. "For that, you get your own seaside cabin with million dollar views just 30 minutes north of the Golden Gate Bridge. Sleeping platforms for about 6 people split among 3 semi-private rooms," explains a visitor who stayed at the hard-to-reserve location.
Year-round accessibility: Many cabin facilities remain open throughout all seasons, allowing for winter getaways when tent camping would be uncomfortable. "The lack of cell reception really helps the feeling of being away from the city life," notes a camper who visited Del Valle during off-season.
What you should know
Reservation timing: Steep Ravine Campground cabins require extreme advance planning. "So the cabins are not only notoriously difficult to reserve -- you need to be ready to click 'reserve' on the website at no less than 5 minutes before the window opens for your dates of interest, which was 6 months ahead of time when I reserved," advises a visitor who successfully secured a cabin.
Temperature variations: Pack layers regardless of season, especially at higher elevations. "It is a lot colder here than on the valley floor. Prepare for it to be 40deg colder than Gilroy or San Jose. We weren't prepared & had to drive into town & buy more clothes!" warns a camper at Mount Madonna.
Wildlife precautions: Most cabin areas have active wildlife. "Raccoons, Chipmunks and Blue Jays were NOT SHY but also not a harrowing issue," notes one Samuel P. Taylor visitor, while another mentioned, "Lots of turkey and deer in the area."
Cabin supplies: Many facilities provide basic furnishings but require visitors to bring specific items. "Seating. Bring your camp chairs. The cabins have fixed sleeping platforms, a built-in table, and two hard wooden benches. If you want to sit close to the wood stove or just lounge comfortably inside or out, it's DIY," advises a Steep Ravine cabin user.
Tips for camping with families
Close-to-home option: For Bay Area families, Samuel P. Taylor offers convenient access. "For families who want a quick trip over Golden Gate Bridge to introduce their children (or adults!) to the great outdoors, their first camp, nowhere is more convenient and instantly gratifying," shares a repeat visitor to Samuel P. Taylor State Park Campground.
Kid-friendly amenities: Santa Cruz North-Costanoa KOA provides extensive family facilities. "This is a great camp ground for families as well as seniors! We attended a presentation on the wild birds in the area that an employee provided, and then he took us on a hike through Costanoa and over to the ocean. Observed great activities for kids!" reports an enthusiastic grandparent.
Biking opportunities: Several parks offer safe areas for children to practice cycling skills. "Great campground for the kids to bike at but there are a few big hills so make sure they know how to use their brakes," advises a parent who visited Mount Madonna with children.
Creek exploration: Seasonal water features provide natural play areas. "The campground has a creek that runs through it that the kids loved playing in all day. The slugs were hanging out in trees all around us and it was so much fun looking for them," notes a family that visited Big Basin before its closure.
Tips from RVers
Space considerations: Cotillion Gardens RV Park sites can be challenging for larger units. "Sites are a little tight but worth being nestled in the redwoods. Lots of hiking and exploring right from the campsite," explains an RV camper who stayed with young children.
Site selection: Choose outer loop sites at some parks for more privacy. "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," recommends an RVer at Mount Madonna.
Dump station access: Free facilities exist at certain locations. "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," notes a visitor to Mount Madonna who appreciated the convenience.
Weather preparation: Coastal parks experience significant temperature swings. "It can get windy. Bolinas, Stinson, The Farallon Islands, fishing boats, the night sky, raptors, seals, all manner of water fowl...that's why you're here," shares a cabin camper at Steep Ravine, highlighting both challenges and rewards of coastal cabin camping.
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